Live Hair Or Scalp Treating Compositions (nontherapeutic) Patents (Class 424/70.1)
Permanent waving or straightening (Class 424/70.2)
Hair coloring (nondyeing) (Class 424/70.6)
Astringent or sebum inhibiting (Class 424/70.8)
Uv protectant (Class 424/70.9)
Polymer containing (nonsurfactant, natural or synthetic) (Class 424/70.11)
Two or more designated surfactant containing (Class 424/70.19)
Amphoteric or zwitterionic surfactant containing (Class 424/70.21)
Anionic surfactant containing (Class 424/70.22)
Cationic surfactant containing (Class 424/70.27)
Nonionic surfactant containing (Class 424/70.31)
Shaving preparation (Class 424/73)
Plant extract of undetermined constitution (Class 424/74)
  • Modulation Of Melanogenesis By Modification Of Tyrosinase By Palmitoylation
    Publication number: 20140178319
    Abstract: Compositions and methods for modulating melanogenesis by modifying tyrosinase palmitoylation are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 12, 2013
    Publication date: June 26, 2014
    Applicant: ELC Management LLC
    Inventors: Daniel B. Yarosh, Lieve Declercq, Yoko Niki, Naoaki Saito
  • Topical Compositions Comprising Ionic Fluids
    Publication number: 20140178315
    Abstract: The present invention relates to anhydrous or essentially anhydrous compositions intended for topical application on keratinaceous surfaces, wherein the composition includes a) an ionic fluid and b) a thickener. The compositions are advantageous for allowing the ionic fluid to act as the continuous phase of a topical formulation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 20, 2013
    Publication date: June 26, 2014
    Applicant: Arch Chemicals, Inc.
    Inventors: James Vincent Gruber, Vito Cataldo, Khat Kevin Lou
  • Topical treatment for chemotherapy induced eyelash loss or hypotrichosis using prostamide F2 alpha agonists
    Patent number: 8758733
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to compositions and methods for the treatment of post-chemotherapeutic hypotrichosis. More specifically, the present invention is directed to the use of compositions comprising bimatoprost for the treatment of post-chemotherapeutic hypotrichosis which may be applied before, during and after receiving chemotherapeutic treatment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 10, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 24, 2014
    Assignee: Allergan, Inc.
    Inventors: Gurpreet Ahluwalia, Frederick C. Beddingfield, Sydney G. Edwards, Scott M. Whitcup
  • TWO PHASE DEVELOPER FOR MEDIUM OXIDATIVE COLOR CHANGE
    Publication number: 20140166035
    Abstract: The subject matter of the present Application is cosmetic agents for treating keratinic fibers, which encompass at least two phases present alongside one another but separated from one another by a phase boundary, where the first phase (I) represents an aqueous phase that contains at least one chemical oxidizing agent, and where the second phase (II) represents a hydrophobic oil phase that contains a mixture of isopropyl palmitate (II-1) and at least one further liquid, branched carboxylic acid ester (II-2). The compositions are particularly shelf-stable and cold-stable, and are notable for outstanding care-providing properties.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 17, 2013
    Publication date: June 19, 2014
    Applicant: Henkel AG & Co. KGaA
    Inventors: Sabine Babiel, Anja Reichert, Carsten Brake, Mechtild Grunwald, Barbara Augustin-Castro
  • HAIR TREATMENT COMPOSITIONS
    Publication number: 20140170104
    Abstract: The present invention relates to hair treatment compositions and methods. More particularly, the invention relates to hair treatment compositions comprising lipids and creatine. The hair treatment compositions of the present invention may be used to improve the tensile properties of hair, such as hair elasticity and strength.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 21, 2014
    Publication date: June 19, 2014
    Inventors: Lane A. Duvel, Ernest H. Brumbaugh, Matthew D. Berg
  • Conditioning Agents for Personal Care Compositions
    Publication number: 20140170103
    Abstract: An emollient represented by the formula: wherein: R1 is CH3(CH2)m and may be interrupted with at least one heteroatom selected from the group consisting of amine, ether, ester, amide, sulfur, sulfur monoxide, sulfer dioxide, sulfamate, hydroxy, or mixtures thereof; and m=6-16 n=0 or 1 R2=H or CH3; and R3=CO(CH)2COOH or CO(CH2)2COOH.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 12, 2013
    Publication date: June 19, 2014
    Inventors: Timothy Roland Kapsner, Daniel Thomas Nowlan, III
  • USE OF SPHINGANINE TO IMPROVE THE VISUAL APPEARANCE OF SKIN AND HAIR
    Publication number: 20140170092
    Abstract: The invention relates to the use of sphinganine for improving the visual appearance of skin and hair, for caring for, for protecting and/or for stimulating the growth of skin and hair.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 4, 2012
    Publication date: June 19, 2014
    Applicant: EVONIK DEGUSSA GMBH
    Inventors: Mike Farwick, Tim Koehler, Matthias Mentel
  • Cosmetic Compositions With Near Infra-Red (NIR) Light - Emitting Material And Methods Therefor
    Publication number: 20140161883
    Abstract: Cosmetic or dermatological compositions and substrates, containing a NIR light-emitting material, and methods for stimulating healing and/or regenerative properties in the skin, hair and/or scalp are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 3, 2013
    Publication date: June 12, 2014
    Applicant: ELC Management LLC
    Inventor: William Robert Bickford
  • Self-Assembling Peptide and Peptide Gel with High Strength
    Publication number: 20140161753
    Abstract: Provide are a peptide gel with practically sufficient mechanical strength and a self-assembling peptide capable of forming the peptide gel. The self-assembling peptide is formed of the following amino acid sequence: a1b1c1b2a2b3db4a3b5c2b6a4 where: a1 to a4 each represent a basic amino acid residue; b1 to b6 each represent an uncharged polar amino acid residue and/or a hydrophobic amino acid residue, provided that at least five thereof each represent a hydrophobic amino acid residue; c1 and c2 each represent an acidic amino acid residue; and d represents a hydrophobic amino acid residue.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 27, 2013
    Publication date: June 12, 2014
    Inventors: YUSUKE NAGAI, HIDENORI YOKOI, KOJI UESUGI, KEIJI NARUSE, SHUGUANG ZHANG
  • Cosmetic Compositions With Near Infra-Red (NIR) Light - Emitting Material And Methods Therefor
    Publication number: 20140161851
    Abstract: Cosmetic or dermatological compositions and substrates, containing a NIR light-emitting material, and methods for stimulating healing and/or regenerative properties in the skin, hair and/or scalp are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 3, 2013
    Publication date: June 12, 2014
    Applicant: ELC Management LLC
    Inventor: William Robert Bickford
  • Cosmetic Compositions With Near Infra-Red (NIR) Light - Emitting Material And Methods Therefor
    Publication number: 20140161850
    Abstract: Cosmetic or dermatological compositions and substrates, containing a NIR light-emitting material, and methods for stimulating healing and/or regenerative properties in the skin, hair and/or scalp are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 3, 2013
    Publication date: June 12, 2014
    Applicant: ELC Management LLC
    Inventor: William Robert Bickford
  • Cosmetic Compositions With Near Infra-Red (NIR) Light - Emitting Material And Methods Therefor
    Publication number: 20140161849
    Abstract: Cosmetic or dermatological compositions and substrates, containing a NIR light-emitting material, and methods for stimulating healing and/or regenerative properties in the skin, hair and/or scalp are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 3, 2013
    Publication date: June 12, 2014
    Applicant: ELC Management LLC
    Inventor: William Robert Bickford
  • ?-amino ester compounds and uses thereof
    Patent number: 8748551
    Abstract: Hair treatment compositions are disclosed comprising a ?-amino ester compound in a cosmetically acceptable vehicle, such as a spray or cream. In embodiments, the compounds include a polybutadiene moiety. Methods of treating hair with the compositions to impart volume, texture and definition are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 2012
    Date of Patent: June 10, 2014
    Assignee: Living Proof, Inc.
    Inventors: David Thomas Puerta, Susan Alice Thiell, Ronald P. McLaughlin, Daniel Griffith Anderson
  • High oil content O/W emulsions stabilized with a hydrophobically modified inulin and a hydrophilic acrylic polymer
    Patent number: 8747826
    Abstract: The invention relates to a composition in the form of an oil-in-water emulsion comprising, in a physiologically acceptable medium: i) at least 0.005% by weight, preferably at least 0.01% by weight, relative to the total weight of the composition, of at least one inulin modified with hydrophobic chains, and ii) at least 0.01% by weight, preferably at least 0.05% by weight, of active substance relative to the total weight of the composition, of at least one hydrophilic acrylic polymer selected from the at least partially neutralized, crosslinked acrylic homopolymers or copolymers, the polyacrylamidomethyl-propanesulphonic acid (AMPS) homopolymers and mixtures thereof. It also relates to a cosmetic method employing said composition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 2008
    Date of Patent: June 10, 2014
    Assignee: L'Oreal
    Inventor: Raluca Lorant
  • Biocidal Compositions Comprising Iron Chelators
    Publication number: 20140154189
    Abstract: The present invention, therefore, is directed to an antimicrobial compositions that decreases the bioavailability of iron by introducing a higher-affinity iron-selective chelating agent capable of competing with microbial siderophores. In one aspect, the present invention relates to an antimicrobial composition including a potentiating antimicrobial composition including one or more antimicrobial agents and a chelator having a weight ratio of the antimicrobial agent to the chelator from about 1:1000 to about 1000:1.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 14, 2013
    Publication date: June 5, 2014
    Applicant: Arch Chemicals, Inc.
    Inventors: George Polson, Jody Jourden, Qi Zheng, Regina M. Prioli, Diana Ciccognani, Sungmee Choi
  • Photo-curable resin for cosmetic application
    Patent number: 8734772
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are cosmetic compositions comprising (a) at least one styrene-maleic anhydride copolymer bearing at least one group chosen from styrylpyridine and styrylpyridinium groups and (b) at least one co-film forming agent and/or at least one plasticizer. The cosmetic composition optionally further comprises at least one pigment and at least one solvent. Also disclosed herein are methods for making up and/or enhancing the appearance of a keratinous substrate comprising (1) forming a film on the keratinous substrate by applying to said keratinous substrate a cosmetic composition comprising (a) at least one styrene-maleic anhydride copolymer bearing at least one group chosen from styrylpyridine and styrylpyridinium groups and (b) at least one co-film forming agent and/or at least one plasticizer and (2) exposing the film to radiation chosen from UV and visible light radiation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 28, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 27, 2014
    Assignee: L'Oreal
    Inventors: XianZhi Zhou, Jean-Thierry Simonnet, Hy Si Bui, Chunhua Li
  • Hair conditioning composition comprising quaternized silicone polymer, grafted silicone copolyol, and dialkyl cationic surfactant
    Patent number: 8728450
    Abstract: Disclosed is a hair conditioning composition comprising: (a) a quaternized silicone polymer; (b) a grafted silicone copolyol; (c) a cationic surfactant system comprising a dialkyl quaternized ammonium salt cationic surfactant; (d) a high melting point fatty compound; and (e) an aqueous carrier. The present invention can provide improved conditioning benefits such as smooth feel and reduced friction in conditioning compositions using dialkyl quaternized ammonium salt cationic surfactants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 21, 2008
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventor: Nobuaki Uehara
  • Use of agglomerated hydroxyethylcellulose in pharmaceutical, personal care and household care applications
    Patent number: 8728448
    Abstract: The present invention is related to the use of glyoxal-free compositions, more particularly, to the use of hydroxyethylcellulose agglomerated with low molecular weight hydroxyethylcellulose in consumer products, in particular, pharmaceutical, personal care (excluding oral care compositions), as well as household care applications.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 9, 2008
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Assignee: Hercules Incorporated
    Inventor: Jashawant J. Modi
  • Ethylenic copolymers, compositions and methods of the same
    Patent number: 8722028
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to novel ethylenic copolymers comprising from 10% to 80% by weight, of at least one monomer of polyethylene glycol (meth)acrylate type, from 20% to 90% by weight, of at least one anionic monomer, and from 0% to 70% by weight, at least one additional nonionic hydrophilic monomer. The disclosure also relates to a composition, such as cosmetic or pharmaceutical compositions, comprising the copolymers and to a method of using the same.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 13, 2014
    Assignee: L'Oreal
    Inventors: Nathalie Mougin, Gwenaelle Jegou
  • STEVIA EXTRACT OR STEVIOL FOR HAIR CARE
    Publication number: 20140127152
    Abstract: This invention relates to the use of an oral composition comprising Stevia extract, steviol precursors, or steviol which enhances the appearance of hair. It further relates methods of improving the appearance of hair by oral administration of an effective amount of Stevia extract, steviol precursors or steviol.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2014
    Publication date: May 8, 2014
    Applicant: DSM IP ASSETS B.V.
    Inventors: Regina GORALCZYK, Annis O. MAYNE-MECHAN, Jenny PIUSSI, Henry RIEGER, Hasan MOHAJERI
  • Compositions and methods for the protection of hair from treated pool water
    Patent number: 8715632
    Abstract: Compositions for treating hair are disclosed. Methods of making and using compositions for treating hair are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 26, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 6, 2014
    Inventor: S. Katharine Presty
  • Microstructural protein preparations containing adsorbed biologically active substances and their application in medicine and cosmetics
    Patent number: 8715701
    Abstract: Protein preparations containing biologically active compounds and the application of the protein preparations obtained, particularly as a component of medicinal and cosmetic preparations as protective substances or in the regeneration of cells and tissues of the human organism, and which can comprise a component of culture media for dermal or hepatic tissues, or for stem cells destined for use in the regeneration of cells and tissues in the human organism.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 20, 2007
    Date of Patent: May 6, 2014
    Assignee: Instytut Medycyny Doswiadczalnej I Klinicznej
    Inventors: Andrzej Lipkowski, Anna Grabowska, Katarzyna Kurzepa, Aleksandra Szczucinska
  • Cosmetic microemulsion
    Patent number: 8715631
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic microemulsion comprising a non-ionic surfactant type emulsifying agent, a co-emulsifying agent and a solvent selected from the group consisting of hexadecane and isomers thereof and dodecane and isomers thereof, said cosmetic microemulsions having particle diameter smaller than 100 nm. Preferably, this cosmetic microemulsion is used in the form of a pre-shampoo and has particles with a diameter on the order of 40 nm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 27, 2004
    Date of Patent: May 6, 2014
    Assignee: Natura Cosmetics S.A.
    Inventors: Karla Macian Araujo, Jean-Luc Gezstesi
  • Hair care composition
    Patent number: 8709389
    Abstract: Hair care compositions contain from 0.1 to 12 weight percent of a silicone copolymer or saponification product thereof, prepared from silicones, at least 10% of which contain polymerizable groups, 0.5-14% of hydrophilic comonomers, and 30-99.9% of hydrophobic comonomers. The compositions exhibit good hair care properties.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 28, 2007
    Date of Patent: April 29, 2014
    Assignee: Wacker Chemie AG
    Inventors: Claudius Schwarzwaelder, Michael Tobias Zarka, Christian Hoegl, Heidemarie Schwarzwaelder
  • Cleansing composition
    Patent number: 8703108
    Abstract: Cleansing compositions include a mixture of alkyl ether carboxylic acids and/or salts thereof, each having a structure according to formula (1): R1—O—(CH2CH2O)n—CH2—COOM??(1) where R1 is an alkyl group having 4 to 22 carbon atoms, n is a number of from 0 to 20, and M is a hydrogen atom, alkali metal, alkaline earth metal, ammonium, or organic ammonium. The mixture includes alkyl ether carboxylic acids and/or salts having at least two different alkyl groups R1, an average carbon number of alkyl groups R1 of alkyl ether carboxylic acids and/or salts in the mixture is from 10.8 to 12.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2013
    Date of Patent: April 22, 2014
    Assignee: Kao Corporation
    Inventors: Hiroki Takeuchi, Masahiro Miyaki, Naoko Yamamoto, Natsuko Toshida, Jurgen Benade
  • HUMAN SEBUM MIMETICS DERIVED FROM BOTANICAL SOURCES AND METHODS FOR MAKING THE SAME
    Publication number: 20140105844
    Abstract: Human sebum mimetics and methods for producing human sebum mimetics are provided. In one exemplary embodiment, a human sebum mimetic comprises a wax ester derived from interesterification of a refined botanical triglyceride oil comprising palmitoleic acid and refined jojoba oil, a phytosterol, phytosqualene, and phytosteryl macadamiate. A method for producing a human sebum mimetic comprises mixing refined macadamia oil and refined jojoba oil, interesterifying the macadamia oil and the jojoba oil, adding a phytosterol, adding phytosteryl macadamiate, and adding phytosqualene after interesterification.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 18, 2013
    Publication date: April 17, 2014
    Applicant: INTERNATIONAL FLORA TECHNOLOGIES, LTD.
    Inventors: James S. Brown, Robert Kleiman, Sambasivarao Koritala, David A. Ashley
  • BLOCK POLYMER INCLUDING ISOBUTYL ACRYLATE AND ACRYLIC ACID, COSMETIC COMPOSITION AND TREATMENT METHOD
    Publication number: 20140105838
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a diblock or triblock polymer of AB, ABA or BAB structure, comprising at least one block A which comprises isobutyl acrylate and acrylic acid. The invention also relates to a cosmetic composition comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least one such polymer, and also to a treatment process using it.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 11, 2012
    Publication date: April 17, 2014
    Applicant: L'OREAL
    Inventors: Celine Farcet, Bertrand Lion
  • LIPSTICK AND OTHER COSMETICS AND METHOD OF MAKING
    Publication number: 20140105836
    Abstract: Inventive subject matter disclosed herein relates to a lipstick. The lipstick includes a colorant paste comprising one or more dry pigments and fractionated coconut oil; a coconut gel comprising vegetable oil, Cocos Nucifera Oil, a styrene/butadiene copolymer and polyethylene; and Polyethylene, caprylyl glycol, and a mixture of Acacia Decurrens/Jojoba/Sunflower Seed wax/Polyglyceryl 3-ester in concentrations effective for ensuring coconut gel and fractionated coconut oil are melted and homogeneous.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 8, 2011
    Publication date: April 17, 2014
    Inventors: Salvatore J. Barone et al., Lethu Nguyen, Samuel Q. Lin
  • PROCESS AND DEVICE FOR THE PREPARATION OF AN ESTER IN GRANULE FORM
    Publication number: 20140105843
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the preparation of an ester comprising an after-treatment of the ester to give an ester in granule form of defined particle size distribution, a device for carrying out this process, a process for the preparation of a thermoplastic composition comprising the ester prepared according to the invention, a process for the production of a shaped article comprising the ester according to the invention or the thermoplastic composition according to the invention, a process for the production of a packed product, a process for the production of an at least partly coated object, and uses of the esters according to the invention as an additive in various compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 21, 2012
    Publication date: April 17, 2014
    Inventors: Peter Daute, Wilhelm Reiners, Martin Schäfer, Udo Frerichs, Hinrich Hildebrandt, Joern Ellerbrake
  • Hair treatment compositions
    Patent number: 8697040
    Abstract: The present invention relates to hair treatment compositions and methods. More particularly, the invention relates to hair treatment compositions comprising lipids and creatine. The hair treatment compositions of the present invention may be used to improve the tensile properties of hair, such as hair elasticity and strength.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 15, 2014
    Assignee: Access Business Group International
    Inventors: Lane A. Duvel, Ernest H. Brumbaugh, Matthew D. Berg
  • Core-shell particles with a high content of glycerol, their production and use
    Patent number: 8691251
    Abstract: The invention relates to core-shell particles, the shell of which includes aggregated, hydrophobicized silicon dioxide particles, and the core of which includes a liquid phase, and in which the ratio of aggregated, hydrobicized silicon dioxide particles to the liquid phase, based on the total weight of the particles, is 2:98 to 40:60, where 60-100% by weight of glycerol is present in the liquid phase. The invention further encompasses the production of these core-shell particles and also their use for cosmetic purposes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 8, 2014
    Assignee: Evonik Degussa GmbH
    Inventors: Heike Riedemann, Jörg Münzenberg
  • Pump-dispenser bottle device containing a polycondensate comprising at least one polyurethane and/or polyurea unit
    Patent number: 8691200
    Abstract: The invention concerns aerosol devices comprising a reservoir containing, in a cosmetically suitable medium, a multiple-block polymer (A) comprising at least a polyurethane and/or polyurea unit and a film-forming polymer (B), the polymers (A) and (B) and the device being selected so as to obtain, at the device outlet, droplets of composition with average diameter less than 80 ?m. The invention also concerns a hairstyling or hair-fixing method comprising the use of said devices and their use for making a hairstyling product.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 8, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 8, 2014
    Assignee: L'Oreal
    Inventor: Arnaud Vilbert
  • In-shower lotion compositions comprising up to 10% free fatty acids wherein ratio of unsaturated to saturated fatty acids is at least 1:1
    Patent number: 8691197
    Abstract: This invention relates to rinse-off skin conditioning compositions comprising relatively low amounts of oil/emollient and relatively low amounts of aqueous phase stabilizer/structurant. Use of unsaturated fatty acid (or at least minimum amount of unsaturated fatty acid as percentage of total fatty acid) has been found to result in unexpectedly high hydration. In a second embodiment, use of branched fatty acid (at minimum amount branched as percentage of total) also results in superior hydration. Also mixtures of unsaturated and branched fatty acids can be used. In a second embodiment, the invention relates to method of enhancing hydration using compositions as noted.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 5, 2007
    Date of Patent: April 8, 2014
    Assignee: Conopco, Inc.
    Inventors: Rajesh Patel, Rosa Mercedes Paredes
  • Environmentally benign plasticizers based on derivatives of acetone
    Patent number: 8691198
    Abstract: Compounds derived from acetone are provided. Particularly, the compounds are derivatives of hydroxyacetone, including dimers of both 1-hydroxyacetone and 1,3-dihydroxyacetone. The hydroxy moieties on the core hydroxyacetone molecule serves as an attachment point for a variety of moieties (e.g., ethers, esters, phosphorous containing, or nitrogen containing) that are selected to provide the compound with a particular property. Applications of the compounds include plasticizers, supersurfactants, and additives for health care products, such as shampoo and perfume.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 27, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 8, 2014
    Assignee: Somogyi AgTech LLC
    Inventors: Gregory David Phelan, William Brenden Carlson
  • Photoprotective treatment of keratin fibers by application of heat
    Patent number: 8691196
    Abstract: Keratin fibers, in particular human hair and especially artificially dyed human hair, are protected against the action of atmospheric agents and especially against the action of light by application to the keratin fibers/hair of a composition containing at least one protective agent having a log P of less than or equal to 6, followed by the application to the fibers hair of a heating iron at a temperature of greater than or equal to 60° C.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 28, 2006
    Date of Patent: April 8, 2014
    Assignee: L'Oreal
    Inventors: Gilles Genain, Boris Lalleman
  • Compositions And Methods For Enhancing The Structure Of Hair Fibers
    Publication number: 20140090660
    Abstract: Disclosed are compositions and methods that are able to increase the amount of molecular structure within the cortex of hair fibers. As result, hair fiber diameter, cross sectional area, elasticity and stiffness are all increased. The benefits are long term, surviving repeated rinsing and shampooing. These results are particularly beneficial in the treatment of fine hair.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 3, 2012
    Publication date: April 3, 2014
    Inventors: Jean Harry Xavier, Geoffrey HAWKINS, Cindy L. ORR
  • HAIR CARE COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF USE
    Publication number: 20140093466
    Abstract: Hair care compositions including from about 0.005% to about 5% apigenin; from about 0.15% to about 12% of a solubilizing agent, wherein the solubilizing agent comprises an amine functional group; and at least about 20 weight percent of an aqueous carrier, where the composition has a pH ranging from about 3 to about 10, and methods of making the same are provided. These hair care compositions can be applied to any area of the scalp or hair where healthier hair appearance is desired.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 2, 2012
    Publication date: April 3, 2014
    Applicant: THE PROCTER & GAMBLE COMPANY
    Inventors: Mary Jane Combs, William David Laidig, Kelly Rose Kroger-Lyons
  • Solid cosmetic composition for application to keratin fibres
    Patent number: 8685375
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic composition for caring for and/or making up keratin fibers, in stick form, which can be applied dry, (i), in the form of an emulsion comprising a fatty phase dispersed in an aqueous phase, the said fatty phase comprising carnauba wax and/or synthetic beeswax, in a content of at least 2% by weight relative to the total weight of the said composition, and (ii) having a shear hardness of between 375 g/m and 5000 g/m, the said shear hardness being measured at 20° C. on a cylindrical stick using a rigid tungsten wire 250 ?m in diameter, by advancing the wire relative to the stick at a rate of 100 mm/minute. The invention also relates to the process for coating keratin fibers comprising at least one step of applying a composition in accordance with the invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 1, 2014
    Assignee: L'Oreal
    Inventors: Stephane Arditty, Florence Lahousse, Nathalie Jager Lezer
  • Makeup remover gel containing jojoba oil
    Patent number: 8685907
    Abstract: Composition containing an aqueous phase, at least 35% by weight of jojoba oil relative to the total weight of the composition, and at least one sucrose fatty acid ester. The composition is preferably in the form of a gel. It may be used, in particular, for removing makeup from the skin and/or the eye area and/or the lips.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 3, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 1, 2014
    Assignee: L'Oreal
    Inventor: Mickael Poletti
  • Cosmetic Composition
    Publication number: 20140086863
    Abstract: Cosmetic compositions comprising calcium citrate and at least one N-acylated aminoalcohol according to formula (I). Provided is a method of treating aged skin, comprising topically applying to the aged skin a composition comprising a compound of Formula (I) in an amount effective to provide an anti-ageing effect. The compound of Formula (I) is used to prevent skin and/or to help to maintain or improve moisture retention and/or to fight against the signs of skin ageing. The N-acylated aminoalcohol of formula (I) acts as a ceramidase inhibitor. The combination of at least one compound of formula (I) and calcium citrate stimulates keratinocyte differentiation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 22, 2013
    Publication date: March 27, 2014
    Applicant: Cognis IP Management GmbH
    Inventors: Philippe Moussou, Olga Freis, Louis Danoux, Philippe Grisoni, Laurent Bailly
  • Dyeless all-day facial hair color
    Patent number: 8679467
    Abstract: A dyeless all-day coloring formula that can be applied easily using a brush or other similar application tool to facial hair is an ideal way to mask the gray hair color often brought about by aging follicles. Such a formulation may have similar properties to mascara more commonly used by women to enhance the appearance of their eyelashes. However, the dyeless facial hair coloring formula will overcome the disadvantages commonly associated with currently available facial hair coloring solutions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 30, 2013
    Date of Patent: March 25, 2014
    Inventor: Jim Cirile
  • Hair styling composition
    Patent number: 8679466
    Abstract: A hair care composition comprising from 0.001 wt % to 20 wt % of the total composition of a titanium salt.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 13, 2010
    Date of Patent: March 25, 2014
    Assignee: Conopco Inc.
    Inventors: Prem Kumar Cheyalazhagan Paul, Susan Pye
  • COMPOSITION COMPRISING AN ALKOXYSILANE AND A MODIFIED STARCH, AND COSMETIC USE THEREOF
    Publication number: 20140076346
    Abstract: The invention relates to a composition, especially a cosmetic composition, comprising: (i) one or more alkoxysilanes, and (ii) one or more starches modified with an acid or an acid derivative. The invention also relates to a cosmetic process for treating keratin materials with this composition, and also to the use of this composition for caring for and/or shaping keratin materials.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 28, 2012
    Publication date: March 20, 2014
    Applicant: L'OREAL
    Inventors: Claire Bourdin, Isabelle Leguillou
  • TOPICAL COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF USE
    Publication number: 20140079657
    Abstract: Compositions and methods of treatment are disclosed using compositions of extracts from the fruit of the Synsepalum dulcificum tree, which when applied topically in mammals, can provide benefit for dermatological and joint conditions. The extracts also contain anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and spermicidal activity in vitro.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 12, 2013
    Publication date: March 20, 2014
    Inventors: Elizabeth Resnick, Lionel Resnick, Adam Resnick
  • Oil-in-water emulsion composition and method for producing the same
    Patent number: 8673326
    Abstract: The present invention provides an oil-in-water emulsion composition having excellent emulsion stability, low sticky feeling, and low skin irritation. The oil-in-water emulsion composition according to the present invention comprising (a) 1 to 20 mass % of a powder component, (b) 0.001 to 0.5 mass % of a cationic surfactant having two alkyl chains with 12 or more and 22 or less carbon atoms, (c) an oil phase component, and (d) a water phase component, having a structure wherein (a) powder particles are adsorbed on the oil droplets dispersed in the water phase.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 25, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 18, 2014
    Assignee: Shiseido Company Ltd.
    Inventors: Akira Ishikubo, Yuji Matsushita, Yosuke Ikebe, Taizo Fujiyama, Tomonori Toyoda, Kazuho Koiwa
  • Hair straightening composition comprising urea
    Patent number: 8673273
    Abstract: An aqueous based hair straightening composition having a pH from 12 to 14 comprising i) an hydroxide ion generator; and ii) from 0.5 wt % to 20 wt % of the total composition of urea in which the weight ratio of urea to hydroxide generator is greater than 1:1.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 2006
    Date of Patent: March 18, 2014
    Assignee: Conopco Inc.
    Inventors: Paul Carpenter, Cheryl Anne Taylor, David Tetard
  • METHOD FOR MAKING SYNTHETIC SEBUM FOR HAIR TRANSFORMATION
    Publication number: 20140060567
    Abstract: A method is presented for forming a synthetic sebum for transforming hair. The method includes mixing water with a thickening agent at a first temperature to form a first mixture and mixing water with a sequestering agent, a first preservative and a second preservative to form a second mixture. The method further includes mixing the first and second mixture to form a third mixture. The method further includes a thickening agent with the third mixture to form a fourth mixture and mixing an antifoam agent with the fourth mixture to form a fifth mixture. The method further includes one or more of: mixing one or more waxes with the fifth mixture; mixing an emulsifying wax with the fifth mixture and/or mixing one or more oils with the fifth mixture.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 13, 2013
    Publication date: March 6, 2014
    Inventor: Suddian S. Smith
  • Clear cosmetic compositions containing lipophilic materials
    Patent number: 8658582
    Abstract: The present invention is directed toward a composition comprising: (a) at least one alkoxylated monoamine; (b) at least one alkoxylated monoacid; (c) at least one lipophilic compound; (d) at least one surfactant; (e) optionally, at least one auxiliary ingredient; and (f) at least one cosmetically acceptable carrier; wherein the ratio by weight of (b):(a) is greater than 1 and wherein the ratio by weight of (a)+(b):(c) is greater than 2. The present invention also relates to methods for cleansing and conditioning keratinous substrates. The methods can provide hair with improved shine, condition, manageability, and styling ability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 7, 2010
    Date of Patent: February 25, 2014
    Assignee: L'oreal
    Inventors: Hongjie Cao, Dina Burakov
  • Compositions and methods for treating keratinous substrates
    Patent number: 8658140
    Abstract: The disclosure relates to compositions and methods of using the compositions to treat keratinous substrates. The compositions provide a water resistant and non-transferable protective barrier on the substrate. The compositions contain at least one polyamine, at least one acid, at least one water-insoluble ingredient, solvent and optionally at least one auxiliary ingredient. The methods for treating keratinous substrates involve contacting the keratinous substrates with the compositions of the disclosure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 14, 2007
    Date of Patent: February 25, 2014
    Assignee: L'Oreal
    Inventors: Nghi Van Nguyen, David W. Cannell, Sawa Hashimoto, Cynthia Espino
  • EXISTING SHAMPOO/CONDITIONER COMPANY PRODUCT this time with 55% Water 45% Existing Company Shampoo/Conditioner Ingredient Solution
    Publication number: 20140050685
    Abstract: Existing Shampoo/Conditioner Company Product this time with 55% Water 45% Existing Company Shampoo Ingredient Solution is disclosed. It takes less time to shampoo and rinse the hair. There is a better chance of the shampoo to penetrate and be distributed through the hair evenly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 18, 2013
    Publication date: February 20, 2014
    Inventor: ANTHONY RAGASA