Abstract: The invention concerns novel cationic polyurethanes with elastic character, that is having immediate recovery ranging between 5% and 95%, consisting essentially (a1) of cationic units derived from at leat a tertiary amine having at least two functions reactive to labile hydrogen, said tertiary amine being at least partly neutralised, (a2) non-ionic units derived from non-ionic polymer s bearing at their ends functions reactive to labile hydrogen and having a glass transition temperature (Tg), measured by differential heat content analysis, less than 10° C., optionally (a3) non-ionic units derived from non-ionic monomer compounds containing at least two functions reactive to labile hydrogen, and (b) units derived from at least a diisocyanate, and cosmetic compositions containing said polymers.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition comprising, in a physiologically acceptable medium containing a fatty phase, a polymer with a weight-average molecular mass of less than 100 000 and in particular ranging from 1 000 to 30 000, comprising a) a polymer skeleton containing hydrocarbon-based repeating units containing at least one hetero atom, and optionally b) pendent fatty chains and/or terminal fatty chains, which may be functionalized, containing from 6 to 120 carbon atoms and being linked to these units, and fibres.

Abstract: The invention concerns a composition comprising, in a physiologically acceptable medium containing an aqueous phase,: an aqueous dispersion of film-forming particles, an aqueous micro-dispersion of particles of a first wax having a melting point not less than 70 ° C., the particles of the first wax having an average size less than 1 &mgr;m, and an aqueous dispersion of particles having a melting point less than 70 ° C., the particles of the second wax having an average size not less than 1 &mgr;m. The composition provides a make-up resistant to cold water. It also provides the eyelashes good curved shape. The invention is applicable to make-up and care of keratinous matter, in particular mascara.

Abstract: The invention relates to hair compositions, packaged in an aerosol device, comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium,

Abstract: The invention relates to cationic or amphoteric polyurethanes bearing at least one tertiary or quaternary amine function and having a self-adhesion value—expressed by the maximum tensile force (Fmax (in N)) recorded during the detachment by traction of two circular surfaces of 0.95 cm2, coated with the said polyurethanes—of greater than or equal to 11 N. The invention also relates to the use of these self-adhesive cationic polyurethanes, in cosmetics and in particular in styling compositions.

Abstract: There is disclosed personal care products made from solubilized formulations containing nylons. These products can be applied in water-based solutions by using these polyamides and their copolymers, while retaining their traditional functions (as in shampoos and conditioners, deodorants, and makeup applications). Processes for their preparation are also disclosed, including forming the polyamide and adding the substrate material of interest.

Abstract: Cosmetic or personal care compositions, such as for styling hair, comprise a thermoplastic elastomer which is a block copolymer comprising a core polymer having a backbone comprising at least a proportion of C—C bonds and two or more flanking polymers. Each flanking polymer is covalently bound to an end of the core polymer and the core polymer and/or at least one of the flanking polymers is a copolymer derived from two or more monomers. The compositions comprise a cosmetically acceptable diluent or carrier.

Abstract: The compositions of the present invention relate to improved shampoo compositions having from about from about 5 to about 50 weight percent of a detersive surfactant, at least about 0.05 weight percent of a fatty alcohol gel network and at least about 20.0 weight percent of an aqueous carrier.

Abstract: The hairstyling gel is formulated on an alcoholic, substantially water-free basis and contains a combination of an alcohol-soluble, film-forming and hair-fixing polymer, a gel-former, which is in a position to thicken a liquid alcohol, and more than 30 percent by weight of a C1- to C4-alcohol.

Abstract: Disclosed are aqueous conditioning shampoo compositions which comprise an anionic detersive surfactant component; from about 0.025% to about 5% by weight of an water soluble or dispersible, cationic, non crosslinked, deposition or conditioning polymer; the conditioning shampoo may additionally comprise dispersed, liquid, droplets of a water insoluble, hair conditioning agent having a volume average particle diameter of from about 5 microns to about 125 microns. A homopolymer has a cationic charge density from about from about 2 meq/gm to about 4 meq/gm or a cationic charge density of from about 5 meq/gm to about 10 meq/gm; or an average molecular weight of at least 500,000. A copolymer is formed from one or more cationic monomer units and one or more nonionic monomer units or monomer units bearing a negative charge wherein the subsequent charge of the copolymer is positive.

Abstract: The invention concerns the use in a cosmetic composition of at least a poly-aminoacid of general formula (1) in which X is —O—, —S— or —NR3; R1 represents in particular a hydrogen atom or a C114 C40 alkyl radical; R2 represents in particular a hydrogen atom or an optionally substituted alkyl radical; R3 represents a hydrogen atom or an alkyl radical; R4 represents a hydrogen atom or a radical such as NH2, OH, SH, —CHOHCH3, —CONH2; n is a number greater than 1 such that the poly-aminoacid derivative molecular weight ranges between 200 and 200000. The invention also concerns the use of said derivatives for keratinous fibre strengthening and care.

Abstract: Described are controlled, time-release microparticulate active and bioactive compositions (including perfuming compositions) for targeted delivery to surfaces such as skin, hair and fabric and the environment proximate thereto, where the active and bioactive materials have a calculated log10P values of between 1 and 8 (P being the n-octanol-water partition coefficient). Such compositions include the active or bioactive material in single phase, solid solution in a wax or polymer matrix also having coated thereon and/or containing a compatible surfactant. Also described are processes and apparatus for preparing such compositions and processes for using same. Furthermore, certain component(s) of the aforementioned compositions in combination with one another are novel, and other components have novel uses in increasing fragrance substantivity, particularly in hair care preparations such as hair gels and shampoos.

Abstract: A hair treating agent comprising: a resin and a diluent, the resin (T) providing a resin film having a tan &dgr; of 0.3 or less and having a 100% modulus of 8 to 40 kgf/cm2 as measured after being conditioned at 30° C. and 80%RH, and being at least one resin selected from the group consisting of vinyl resins, polyester resins, polyamide resins, silicone resins, cationic urethane resins, ampholytic urethane resins and nonionic urethane resins. The treating agent is excellent in setting property and washing removability when utilized as a hair fixative, and excellent in conditioning effect when utilized as a shampoo, rinse and hair dye.

Abstract: Disclosed are hair styling compositions which comprise from about 5% to about 90% by weight of a polyalkylene glycol styling agent that is substantially free of polyalkylene glyceryl ethers, and that has a number average molecular weight of from about 190 to about 1500 and from about 5 to about 35 repeating alkylene oxide radicals wherein each of the repeating alkylene oxide radicals has from 2 to 6 carbon atoms; from about 1% to about 90% by weight of a liquid carrier which can comprise water, an organic solvent, or combinations thereof; and, optionally, from about 5% to about 40% by weight of a propellant.

Abstract: This patent pertains to the use of anionic polyurethanes in a solubilized state which contribute to enhanced aesthetics to skin care compositions. The polyurethanes may be used alone or in combination with another polymer, particularly acrylate and methacrylate polymers.

Abstract: A cosmetic and/or physiological composition comprising at least one pro-adhesive material and at least one diffusing compound, wherein a system created by interaction of the pro-adhesive material and the diffusing compound is an adhesive system, and wherein the composition further comprises at least one medium for separating the pro-adhesive material and the diffusing compound, wherein the at least one medium limits the molecular diffusion between the pro-adhesive material and the diffusing compound within the composition, and wherein the weight ratio between the pro-adhesive material and the diffusing compound ranges from 0.01 to 10, such as from 0.05 to 2 and further such as from 0.1 to 2, further wherein the composition can possess enhanced transfer-resistance and/or long-lasting properties.

Abstract: Nontacky cosmetic compositions, such as hair compositions, comprising at least one polymer having a non-silicone backbone, comprising at least two reactive chemical functional groups, capable of forming a soft coating on hair, a cosmetic process comprising the application of this composition to hair and its use for producing a soft coating on hair.

Abstract: An RNA polymerase transcription accelerator comprising a compound represented by the following Formula (I) or salts thereof. A method of sequencing DNA in which nucleic acid transcripts are obtained using an RNA polymerase and a DNA fragment as a template, the resulted nucleic acid transcripts are separated, the nucleic acid sequence is determined from the separated fractions wherein the nucleic acid transcription reaction is carried out in the presence of a compound selected from a group of compounds represented by the above formula (I). The polyamine compounds above have outstanding accelerating activity on transcription activity of RNA polymerase. Therefore, use of the polyamine compounds in a DNA sequencing method using RNA polymerase can make a length of DNA sequence that can be determined in one sequencing longer.

Abstract: The use of polymers obtainable by free-radical polymerization of

Abstract: The solid, form-stable gel for hair treatment contains an aqueous or aqueous-alcoholic base; from 0.5 to less than 2 percent by weight of a carrageenan or a mixture of carrageenans and at least one carrageenan-amount-reducing additive selected from the group consisting of hair fixing polymers, amphiphilic associative thickeners, monoalcohols with 1 to 5 carbon atoms and polyalcohols with 2 to 5 carbon atoms. The carrageenan or mixture of carrageenans and the at least one additive are contained in the gel in respective amounts so that the gel is solid and form-stable, i.e. has a resistance of at least 0.15 N to a compressive force applied at 2000 and 65% relative humidity by means of an 8 mm diameter cylindrical piston that is depressed at a rate of 0.5 mm/s until a compression depth of 1 mm is reached after which the piston is removed at a rate of 0.5 mm/s.

Abstract: Hair cosmetic agents which comprise a polymer and a relaxer are proposed. The agents according to the invention are suitable for effective hair smoothing whilst being gentle on the scalp, and for retaining the structure of the hair.

Abstract: Dermatological/cosmetic gel compositions suited for preventing or treating cell differentiation and/or proliferation and/or keratinization disorders, including preventing or treating common acne, comprise (i) at least one retinoid, (ii) dispersed benzoyl peroxide and (iii) at least one pH-independent gelling agent, formulated into (iv) a physiologically acceptable medium therefor.

Abstract: Cosmetic compositions, such as hair compositions, comprising at least one polymer with a non-silicone skeleton, comprising at least two reactive chemical functional groups, which are capable of forming a rigid coat on the hair, a cosmetic process comprising the application of this composition onto the hair, and its use for producing a rigid coat on the hair.

Abstract: The invention concerns cosmetic compositions containing, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, as thickening system: (A) at least a non-ionic associative polyurethane and (B) at least a non-ionic polymer comprising at least a fatty chain.

Abstract: The invention relates to a physiologically acceptable solid emulsion, especially a cosmetic emulsion, containing an aqueous phase and a liquid fatty phase, one dispersed in the other, said liquid fatty phase being structured with at least one polymer having a weight-average molecular mass ranging from 1000 to 30 000, comprising a) a polymer skeleton containing hydrocarbon-based repeating units provided with at least one heteroatom, and b) optionally functionalized pendent and/or terminal fatty chains containing from 12 to 120 carbon atoms and being linked to these units, the aqueous phase, the liquid fatty phase and the polymer forming a physiologically acceptable medium. This composition is especially in the form of a cast foundation, the application of which produces a natural, light, fresh deposit that shows good staying power over time.

Abstract: A hair treatment composition containing a silicone component comprising droplets of silicone blend, the silicone blend comprising (i) from 50 to 95% by weight of the silicone component of a first silicone having a viscosity of at least 100,000 mm2/sec at 25° C., and (ii) from 5 to 50% by weight of the silicone component of a second silicone which is functionalised.

Abstract: There is provided a method and composition for improving the water resistance, shine, gloss, surface smoothening, and/or film-forming attributes in various personal care, hair care and cosmetic products. The composition has a novel polyurethane polyesterpolyquat. Preferably, the polyurethane polyesterpolyquat is incorporated into a shampoo, hair conditioner, mascara, color cosmetic, body wash, liquid soap, hair color, nail care and/or skin care composition.

Abstract: Structured compositions comprising at least one liquid fatty phase structured with at least one structuring polymer and at least one solid substance that has a melting point of about 45° C. This invention may be in the form of stable sticks and may give a non-migrating deposit when applied.

Abstract: The present invention includes a cosmetic film. The film includes butylphthalimide isopropylphthalimide, one or more primary film forming polymers and one or more secondary film forming resins.

Abstract: Cosmetic compositions comprising at least two polymers comprising complementary chemical functional groups, capable of forming a coat on a keratin material, such as hair, a cosmetic process comprising the use of these polymers on the keratin material, such as the hair, and also their use for producing a coat on the hair.

Abstract: The present invention describes a two-part oxidative hair dye composition which comprises in one or both component parts at least one polyether polyurethane in combination with at least one cationic conditioning agent. The two component parts of the composition comprise a dye component composition, which includes primary intermediates and couplers, and a developing component composition, which includes an oxidizing agent, such as hydrogen peroxide. It has surprisingly been found by the present inventors that nonionic polyether polyurethane polymers and cationic conditioning agents contained in the oxidative hair dye compositions of the present invention impart and significantly enhance additional conditioning and rheological benefits to the hair. Other components commonly used in oxidative hair dye products can be added to one or both component parts of the compositions of the present invention.

Abstract: A ready-to-use composition for the oxidation dyeing of keratin fibers, and, in particular, human keratin fibers, such as the hair, having at least one oxidation dye, at least one oxidoreductase enzyme, and at least one specific salified or chemically modified chitosan, as well as to the oxidation dyeing process using this composition.

Abstract: A cleansing and conditioning cosmetic composition containing a mixture of anionic, nonionic or amphoteric surfactants or mixtures thereof, with a cosurfactant that is alkoxylated nonionic surfactant, a water insoluble component as defined herein and a cationic conditioning polymer. The composition provides excellent cleansing and conditioning for hair/ skin and produces a copious, creamy lather.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of a cosmetic composition containing compounds derived from polyguanidines or physiologically acceptable salts thereof for the protection of keratin fibres during permanent-shaping treatments or hair-straightening operations.

Abstract: A low molecular weight, tertiary amide terminated polyamide may be blended with a liquid hydrocarbon to form a transparent composition having gel consistency, and this gel may be used to formulate a cosmetic. The tertiary amide terminated polyamide may be prepared by reacting “x” equivalents of dicarboxylic acid wherein at least 50% of those equivalents are from polymerized fatty acid, “y” equivalents of diamine such as ethylene diamine, and “z” equivalents of a monofunctional reactant having a secondary amine group as the only reactive functionality. The stoichiometry of the reaction mixture is preferably such that 0.9≦{x/(y+z)}≦1.1 and 0.1≦{z/(y+z)}<0.7. The gel contains about 5-50% tertiary amide terminated polyamide, with the remainder preferably being pure hydrocarbon.

Abstract: A hair treatment product and method for imparting volume to a hairdo or for strengthening the hair shafts of the hairdo is provided. The hair treatment product is a pressure-resistant aerosol container containing a composition, which forms fast-breaking foam on a section of the hairdo including the hair shafts by means of a spraying head having a comparatively narrow spraying angle. The composition in the aerosol container includes at least 60 percent by weight of water; from 1 to 30 percent by weight of C1- to C5-monovalent alcohol as a foam-breaking agent; from 0.01 to 5 percent by weight of a foam-forming surfactant; from 0.1 to 20 percent by weight of at least one hair-fixing polymer; and an aerosol propellant.

Abstract: A mousse forming hair treatment composition, which may be a cleansing and/or conditioning composition, comprising a foamable concentrate comprising at least one surfactant, an aqueous carrier, and which is substantially free of anionic surfactants, and an aerosol propellant.

Abstract: An aqueous hair stying composition comprises: (i) from 0.1% to 40%, by weight based on total weight, of oily or fatty material, the oily or fatty material including at least one material selected from hydrocarbon oils and glyceride fatty esters. (ii) from 0.1% to 10%, by weight based on total weight, of a hair styling polymer; (iii) from 0% to 30%, by weight based on total weight, of an aerosol propellant; and (iv) from 0% to 5%, by weight based on total weight, of a surfactant. The compositions have improved strength and durability of hair hold and superior sensory feel.

Abstract: Polyamine effectors are administered locally to provide protection against the adverse side-effects of chemotherapy or radiation therapy, such as alopecia, mucositis and dermatitis. Pharmaceutical preparations comprising one or more polyamine effectors formulated for topical or local delivery to epithelial or mucosal cells are disclosed. Methods of administering the pharmaceutical preparations are also disclosed.

Abstract: A skin wash composition intended for topical application to water-wetted skin comprising an &agr;-hydroxy acid active ingredient formulated in a mild and non-irritant detergent base consisting of a mixture of a non-ionic alkypolyglucoside surfactant and an amphoteric surfactant.

Abstract: A polyurethane which contains, as incorporated units,

Abstract: The compositions of the present invention relate to improved shampoo compositions having from about from about 5 to about 50 weight percent of a detersive surfactant, at least about 0.1 weight percent of particles having a mean particle size of less than about 300 microns, at least about 0.05 weight percent of a cationic polymer having a molecular weight of from about 10,000 to about 10,000,000 and a charge density from about 0.9 meq/gm to about 7.0 meq/gm, and at least about 20.0 weight percent of an aqueous carrier.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic hair treatment composition comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least one nonassociative fixing polyurethane and at least one anionic or nonionic associative polyurethane, packaged in an aerosol device in the presence of a propellant. The invention also relates to a cosmetic treatment process using said cosmetic treatment composition, and also to a use as a leave-in styling product.

Abstract: A process that enables the formation of a high damping, soft polymer gel includes reacting a maleimide copolymer with a maleated polyalkylene and an alkyl diamine under substantially dry conditions sufficient to form a polyalkylene-grafted maleimide copolymer product which then is dispersed with an extender sufficient to form the gel. The steps can be carried out sequentially in a high shear mixer without the need for intermediate steps of cooling and grinding the reaction product of one step before proceeding to the next.

Abstract: The present application is directed to biodegradable polymers, compositions, including microspheres and nanospheres, formed of such polymers, and methods of using such polymers and compositions. In certain embodiments, the subject polymer compositions include therapeutic agents, optionally providing sustained release of the encapsulated agent after administration to a patient.

Abstract: The compositions of the present invention relate to improved shampoo compositions having from about 5 to about 50 weight percent of a detersive surfactant, at least about 0.025 weight percent hollow particles having a mean particle size of less than about 80 microns, and at least about 20 weight percent of an aqueous carrier.

Abstract: A cosmetically acceptable composition for treating hair, skin and nails comprising from about 0.001 to about 25 weight percent, based on polymer solids, of a stable dispersion in an aqueous salt solution of a cationic, anionic or nonionic polymer having a weight average molecular weight of from about 10,000 to about 50,000,000 and a method of treating hair, skin or nails are disclosed.

Abstract: The present patent application relates to a cosmetic and/or dermatological composition comprising at least one aqueous phase including at least one water-soluble or water-dispersible polymer, of triblock structure B-A-B in which A is an ionic water-soluble polymer block and B is a hydrophobic polymer block, the amount of polymer block A being greater than or equal to 50% of the total weight of the triblock polymer.

Abstract: The present patent application relates to a cosmetic and/or dermatological composition comprising at least one aqueous phase including at least one water-soluble or water-dispersible polymer, of diblock structure A-B in which A is an ionic water-soluble polymer block and B is a hydrophobic polymer block, the amount of polymer block A being greater than or equal to 60% of the total weight of the diblock polymer.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic makeup and/or care composition for keratin fibres and/or the skin, comprising at least one particle dispersion comprising one at least partially external phase of supple type comprising at least one supple polymer, with a glass transition temperature of less than or equal to 60° C. and one at least partially internal phase of rigid type which is an amorphous material having a glass transition temperature which is greater than 60° C. and which is such that the supple polymer is at least partially attached by chemical grafting onto the said phase. The invention also relates to the use of at least such a particle dispersion for improving the level of comfort and staying power of cosmetic compositions comprising it.