Abstract: Hair washing compositions are disclosed which comprise cleansing surfactant, water, first and second cationic polymers having at pH7 a charge density from 0.2 to 1 meq/gm and from 1.3 to 3 meq/gm respectively, and droplets of a water-insoluble conditioning oil of diameter 4 micrometres or less. The compositions provide cleansing with conditioning and low friction and ease of combing for wet and dry hair.

Abstract: Novel esters prepared by the reaction of shea butter, preferably mild-processed shea butter (MPSB), and fatty alcohol. Materials of the present invention are useful as cosmetic and personal care ingredients, allowing for the delivery of highly desirable active ingredients present in shea butter, including natural antioxidants, in an oil-soluble, emollient material that is substantive to the skin and hair.

Abstract: The invention concerns novel hair cleansing and conditioning compositions comprising, in a cosmetically suitable medium, (A) a washing base and (B) at least a C4–C6 carboxylic acid ester and a C12–C26 alcohol. The invention is useful for hair wash and hair care.

Abstract: A hair color composition comprising, in a polar solvent, association structures having contained therein at least one water soluble or water dispersible dye that is operable to impart color to the hair when contacted therewith and a method for coloring hair.

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 polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether selected from the group consisting of polyethylene glycol alkyl ethers, polypropylene glycol alkyl ethers, polyethylene glycol polypropylene glycol alkyl ethers, and combinations thereof, and at least about 20.0 weight percent of an aqueous carrier; wherein the polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether has an HLB of less than 10.

Abstract: There are disclosed non-foaming cleaning compositions, and non-foaming cleaning and conditioning compositions for the hair. The compositions have at least one non-ionic surfactant and, optionally, at least one conditioning ingredient. Preferably, the compositions have a cosmetically acceptable vehicle. There are also disclosed methods for cleaning hair, cleaning and conditioning hair, and protecting color-treated hair that include topically applying the compositions of the present invention.

Abstract: The invention relates to a reducing composition for the permanent deformation of the hair comprising an N-substituted formamidinesulphinic acid derivative as reducing agent and to a process for the permanent deformation of the hair employing this reducing composition.

Abstract: The present invention provides compositions for blending in hair treating agents which can prepare hair conditioners, waving agents, finishing agents or thickening agents used on preparing hair treating agents easily by lower cost. Further, the present invention provides hair treating agents which are excellent in the features of feeling at actual use such as moist feel, slippery feel, slightly oily feel, good feeling to hair, brilliance, suppleness, soft feel and smooth combing and excellent in the features of hair treating agents such as less damage for hair (protective ability of hair), absorbency•penetration•fixing ability•spreading ability, wetting ability and smooth forming of wave without unevenness and tight and protection for generation of static electricity, by containing cationic surfactants or nonionic surfactants.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions for treating keratin substances, in particular the hair, containing a combination of a cationic ampholytic polymer and an anionic benefit agent as well as to uses thereof. In one embodiment, the composition of the present invention comprises about 0.01 to about 20% by weight of a cationic ampholytic polymer; and about 0.01 to about 20% by weight of an anionic benefit agent.

Abstract: Disclosed are treatment composition, comprising an aqueous continuous phase; a reactive component comprising a reactive agent and a water immiscible solvent, wherein the water immiscible solvent solubilizes the reactive agent; and one or more surfactants wherein the surfactants emulsify the reactive component in the aqueous phase to form a bi-layer emulsion. Also disclosed are methods for treating amino acid based substrates, and methods for bleaching, coloring and conditioning hair with these treatment compositions.

Abstract: A non-sticky moisturizing cosmetic composition containing a relatively high level of a humectant, such as glycerol or sorbitol, and a polymeric wetting agent.

Abstract: A lotion suitable for use in a disposable wiping article is disclosed. The lotion can be used to wet pre-moistened wet wipes, and is particularly suited for use in pop-up dispensing systems of disposable wet wipes, such as baby wipes. The lotion provides for improved reliability of pop-up dispensing while maintaining adequate wet impression. The lotion is an aqueous solution comprising a surfactant selected from the group consisting of phosphate-quaternary amine compounds and non-ionic surfactants, and effective amounts of a second ingredient selected from the group consisting of non-cellulosic organic water soluble polymers and alkoxylated alcohols. Other ingredients such as preservatives and fragrances can also be included in the lotion.

Abstract: The present invention relates to disposable, personal cleansing articles useful for cleansing the skin or hair. These articles are used by the consumer by wetting the dry article with water and then rubbing the article against the skin or hair. The article comprises a water insoluble substrate having a cleansing surface that contains apertures of a certain size and frequency, and a lathering surfactant releasably associated with the substrate. Preferably, the articles of the present invention further comprise a conditioning component.

Abstract: A pre- or post-treatment composition for the process for bleaching human keratin fibers, such as hair, comprising at least one particular aminosilicone as well as processes for bleaching human keratin fibers, such as hair, comprising a pre- or post-treatment with a composition comprising at least one particular aminosilicone.

Abstract: The present invention provides compositions blended in hair treating agents which can prepare a hair conditioner, a coloring agent, a waving agent, a finishing agent, a feeling improving agent, a perfume dispersing agent, a refreshner or a thickning agent easily and by lower price, further provides a hair treating agent which is excellent in hair treating feature, such as moist feel, slippery feel, wetting feeling, smooth feel, soft feel, slightly oily feel, rustle feeling, luster, supple, no stickiness, smooth combing, setting ability by containing alcohols.

Abstract: A soap-free self-foaming shave gel composition is disclosed which maintains superior performance attributes while avoiding the harshness and drying associated with soap-based and other ionic shave preparations. The composition is a non-ionic shave gel composition which comprises water, a water-insoluble fatty alcohol, a non-ionic emulsifier, a volatile self-foaming agent, and a non-volatile paraffinic hydrocarbon fluid.

Abstract: A topical composition has from 0.1 to 2 total weight percent of a first surfactant, an organic solvent, a polymer thickener, and 80 to 98 total weight percent water. The topical composition affords good topical cleaning or lotion actions and rapid water rinse in a form that has a suitable shelf life. The surfactant is chosen to yield a net HLB of between 7 and 13.

Abstract: A flexible applicator for applying an oil-in-water emulsion comprises: (1) an allantoin-containing oil-in-water emulsion; and (2) a flexible element that adsorbs or absorbs the emulsion such that the emulsion is applied to the skin of a patient on whom the flexible applicator is placed. The allantoin-containing emulsion, containing allantoin and an emulsifier, has improved stability coming from the adjustment of the pH to a range of 3.0 to 6.0; preferably, the pH is in the range of 4.5 to about 5.8. The lower pH preserves the stability of the allantoin and the functionality of the emulsifier system is maintained. The emulsifier system can be a nonionic emulsifier or an anionic emulsifier plus beeswax. The acid used to adjust the pH can be an organic acid or an inorganic acid. The emulsion can further comprise other ingredients such as herbal extracts, chelating agents, preservatives, emollients, solvents, and fragrance.

Abstract: The present invention is provide compositions for blending in hair treating agents which can prepare hair conditioners, hair colorings, waving agents, finishing agents, additives that increase the feeling effects, aromatic material dispersants, refreshers or thickening agents used on preparing hair treating agents easily and by lower cost. Further the present invention provides hair treating agents which are excellent in the features of hair treating agents such as moist feel, slippery feel, rustle feeling, wet look, luster, smooth feel, soft feel, suppleness, good feel, slightly oily feel, bounce, smoothness, less damage of hair, no hardness and no squeak and smooth combing, and which are excellent in functionalities such as easy appliance, well spread, thickening ability and gelling ability of hair colorings, decolorizing ability of decolorizing agents, setting ability of finishing agents, and dispersibility and dissolving ability to aromatic materials and azulenes by containing alcohols.

Abstract: An allantoin-containing skin cream composition can comprise allantoin and at least one anionic or nonionic emulsifier that is substantially hydrophilic and is soluble in water. The pH of the composition is in a range of from about 3.0 to about 6.0; preferably, the pH of the composition is from about 5.0 to about 6.0. The composition can further comprise an acidic anionic polymer. A preferred acidic anionic polymer is a carboxypolymethylene polymer. The composition can further comprise a carbohydrate polymer such as galactoarabinan, polygalactose or polyarabinose. The composition can additionally comprise other ingredients such as herbal extracts, an antioxidant component, an emollient component, a chelator, a solvent component, or a preservative component. The composition is useful as a skin protectant.

Abstract: The present invention provides compositions for blending in hair treating agents which can prepare hair conditioners, waving agents, finishing agents or thickening agents used on preparing hair treating agents easily by lower cost, Further, the present invention provides hair treating agents which are excellent in the features of feeling at actual use such as moist feel, slippery feel, slightly oily feel, good feeling to hair, brilliance, suppleness, soft feel and smooth combing and excellent in the features of hair treating agents such as less damage for hair (protective ability of hair), absorbency•penetration•fixing ability•spreading ability, wetting ability and smooth forming of wave without unevenness and tight and protection for generation of static electricity, by containing cationic surfactants or nonionic surfactants.

Abstract: Provided is a hair cosmetic composition containing (A) from 0.001 to 10 wt. % of an amphipathic amide lipid, and (B): from 0.05 to 10 wt. % of a dialkyl ether or ethylene glycol dialkyl ether with an alkyl group having from 18 to 22 carbon atoms, or an ethylene glycol monofatty acid ester, ethylene glycol difatty acid ester, fatty acid monoethanolamide or acylated &bgr;-alanine with an acyl group having from 18 to 22 carbon atoms.

Abstract: The present invention is a cosmetic or dermatological topical formulation based on an oil-in-water emulsion, comprising (a) 0.05 wt. % to 2 wt. %, based on the total weight of the formulation, of one or more ethoxylated fatty acid esters selected from the group consisting of PEG-5 to PEG-100 stearates; (b) 0.5 wt. % to 20 wt. %, based on the total weight of the formulation, of glycerin; and (c) one or more of (i) 0.1 wt. % to 6 wt. %, based on the total weight of the formulation, of glycerol monostearate, and (ii) 0.1 wt. % to 8 wt. %, based on the total weight of the formulation, of one or more C16-C18 fatty alcohols. The present invention also includes a method of using the formulation to moisturize the skin and a method of using the formulation to limit aging of the skin, limit the formation of wrinkles, treat aged skin and/or treat wrinkles.

Abstract: Described in the present invention are a dispersion which comprises, as a dispersoid, (a) 5 to 40 wt. % of an amphipatic lipid containing, in the molecule thereof, at least one hydroxy and amide group, and (b) 2 to 55 wt. % of a surfactant in an aqueous medium; a washing-away type cosmetic composition comprising the dispersion; and a washing-away type cosmetic composition comprising (A) 0.01 to 10 wt. % of an amphipatic lipid which contains, in the molecule thereof, at least one hydroxy and amide group and having a melting point not less than 30° C. and (B) 5 to 95 wt. % of a surfactant. The dispersion according to the present invention is useful as a component of a washing-away type cosmetic composition having both an emulsion-like or pearl-lustrous appearance and low skin irritation.

Abstract: Random three- and four-amino acid copolymers having lengths of 14-, 35- and 50-amino acid residues are provided. Fifty-mers of FEAK were effective inhibitors of MBP 85-99 or proteolipid protein (PLP) 40-60-specific HLA-DR-2-restricted T cell clones. These copolymers efficiently suppressed EAE induced in susceptible SJL/J (H-2s) strain of mice with either whole spinal cord homogenate (WSCH) or with the encephalitogenic epitope PLP 139-151. YFAK 50-mer having a molar ratio of about y 0.8:F 0.2 inhibited binding of biotinylated MBP 85-99 epitope to HLA-DR-2 molecules more efficiently than either unlabeled MBP 85-99 or Copaxone®. YFAK and FAK copolymers efficiently suppressed EAE induced in SJL/J (H-2s) mice with the encephalitogenic epitope PLP 139-151.

Abstract: A composition containing: (a) from about 0.1 to 60% by weight of at least one fatty alcohol; (b) from about 30 to 97% by weight of at least one ethoxylated fatty alcohol; (c) from about 0.1 to 20% by weight of a component selected from the group consisting of a dialkyl ether, a dialkenyl ether, a dialkyl carbonate, a dialkenyl carbonate, and mixtures thereof; and (d) up to about 10% by weight of water, all weights being based on the weight of the composition.

Abstract: A conditioning composition comprised of a mixture of anionic, amphoteric, and nonionic surfactants, branched quaternary polymers, and silicone which imparts cleansing, wet detangling, dry detangling and manageability to hair and which is relatively non-irritating and thus suitable for use by young children and adults having sensitive skin and eyes. The conditioning composition is able to provide such benefits in an aesthetically pleasing formulation without the need for suspending agents, opacifiers, or pearlizing agents.

Abstract: Personal care compositions that provide improved cleansing and anti-dandruff efficacy. These compositions have from about 5 to about 50 weight percent of a detersive surfactant, from about 0.1 to about 4 weight percent of an anti-dandruff agent, from about 0.1 to about 50 weight percent of an octylphenol ethoxylate or nonylphenol ethoxylate, and at least about 20 weight percent water.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic composition for making up keratin fibers, having a solids content of greater than or equal to 45.5% by weight and a plateau Gp modulus of rigidity of greater than or equal to 5,500 Pa and less than 60,000 Pa, and combining at least one ionic surfactant and at least one nonionic surfactant with an HLB of greater than or equal to 8 at 25° C.

Abstract: Personal care compositions that provide improved cleansing and anti-dandruff efficacy. These compositions have from about 5 to about 50 weight percent of a detersive surfactant, from about 0.1 to about 4 weight percent of an anti-dandruff agent, from about 0.1 to about 50 weight percent of an octylphenol ethoxylate or nonylphenol ethoxylate, and at least about 20 weight percent water.

Abstract: Water-soluble or water-dispersible, substantially air-impermeable, pharmacologically acceptable, liquid barrier compositions for treating ectoparasite infestations on animal skin and hair, wherein the compositions contain at least one monohydric aralkyl alcohol to prevent the ectoparasites from closing their respiratory systems.

Abstract: A cleaning composition comprising: (a) an oily substance; and (b) a solubilizer containing: (i) a first surfactant selected from the group consisting of a fatty alcohol ethoxylate corresponding to formula (I): R1—(C2H4O)n—H, wherein R1 is a linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated alkyl moiety having from about 6 to 22 carbon atoms, and n is an integer from 1 to about 10, a fatty alcohol alkoxylate corresponding to formula (II) R2—(C2H4O)n—(C3H6—O)m—H, wherein R2 is a linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated alkyl moiety having from about 6 to 22 carbon atoms, and n and m are, independently from one another, an integer from 1 to about 10, and mixtures thereof; (ii) an alkyl and/or alkenyl oligoglycoside corresponding to formula (III): R3O—[G]p wherein 3 is a branched and unbranched alkyl and/or alkenyl radical having from about 4 to 22 carbon atoms, G is a sugar radical having 5 or 6 carbon atoms, and p is a number from 1 to 10; (iii) a fatty alcohol

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel composition for efficiently releasing hydrophilic or water-soluble skin care actives from an oleaginous composition. The substantially oleaginous composition of the present invention comprises: (1) at least one skin care active; (2) a release agent having an HLB of at least about 3; and (3) a hydrophobic barrier protectant. The novel release composition may be topically applied to skin using a dispensing means such as an absorbent article, a wipe, a bandage, a pad, a canister, a stick, an aerosol dispenser, a sprayer, and the like.

Abstract: Use of multiple W/OW-emulsions in the production of silicon-free skin protection agents, especially useful against harmful aqueous substances, characterized in that said W/OW emulsions are produced by using an emulsifier mixture consisting of polyolpoly-12-hydroxystearates combined with an alkyl and/or alkylene glucoside and a fatty alcohol and/or partial glycerides. The invention also relates to corresponding skin care products.

Abstract: The invention concerns novel hair cleansing and conditioning compositions comprising, in a cosmetically suitable medium, (A) a washing base and (B) at least a C4-C6 carboxylic acid ester and a C12-C26 alcohol. The invention is useful for hair wash and hair care.

Abstract: A mild foaming cleanser composition is provided. The cleanser composition has a surfactant system, a moisturizer system, an aromatherapy system and a solvent system. The moisturizer system further includes a milk protein. In addition, the cleanser composition may also include an emulsifier, preservative, pH adjusting agent, thickening agent, emollient, opacifying agent, fragrance, or any combinations thereof.

Abstract: Disclosed is a hair conditioning composition comprising: (1) from about 0.01% to about 10% of a carboxylic acid/carboxylate copolymer; (2) from about 0.1% to about 10% of a moisturizing agent selected from the group consisting of a polypropylene glycol, an alkyl ethoxylate, and mixtures thereof; and (3) an aqueous carrier. Further disclosed is a method of making such hair conditioning compositions.

Abstract: Aqueous-based compositions useful as body cleansers comprised of the following components:

Abstract: The present invention relates to a skin cleansing composition comprising (A) an oil component, (B) a hydrophilic nonionic surfactant, (C) a lipophilic amphiphile, (D) a water soluble solvent and (E) water. The composition has an isotropic liquid phase exhibiting a bicontinuous structure. The composition exhibits excellent detergency for the removal of both oil stains and water soluble stains and has high rinsability.

Abstract: A scented spa bath additive that when added to a spa produces the visual and sensual effects of sitting in a large cocoa bath. The additive is added to the hot water of a spa to produce a chocolate scent and a foaming sensation to provide the user with the sensation of sitting in a hot cocoa bath. The additive is a whipped cocoa bath that not only produces a pleasant chocolate scent, but also produces a bubbly foam that produces a long-lasting froth. Unlike the large bubbles normally produced in spas by adding just a cocoa powder, the whipped cocoa bath of the present invention produces bubbles have a surface tension that allows for a long life, so that the experience can be extended.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a dermatologic preparation containing a diamide derivative represented by the following formula (1): 1

Abstract: An emulsion which has an average particle diameter of 100 nm or smaller and comprises: (D) a polyglycerol/fatty acid ester which has an HLB of 13 or higher and in which the polyglycerol is one in which the average degree of polymerization is 8 to 12, the total content of the pentamer and hexamer is 50% by weight or higher, and the total content of the tetramer and lower polymers is less than 20% by weight, and the fatty acid residue is C14-22 hydrocarbon group; (E) a polyglycerol/fatty acid ester which has an HLB of 5 to 11 and in which the polyglycerol is one in which the average degree of polymerization is 2 to 12, the total content of the tetramer and lower polymers is 20% by weight or higher, each of (⅔)n components being contained in an amount of at least 5% by weight or more, where n (n is 2 or more) is taken to be an average degree of polymerization (when (⅔)n is not a natural number, (⅔)n is considered to be a lowest natural number greater than (⅔)n), and the fatty acid res

Abstract: The invention concerns a cosmetic composition comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least a film-forming polymer (A) with particular characteristics and at least an additive (B), the latter being selected such that the film formed on the hair after the cosmetic composition has been applied retains its mechanical properties whatever the hygrometric condition. The invention also concerns a hair care or hair styling method using said composition and its use for the formulation of cosmetic products such as lacquers, sprays or foams, for hair care or hair styling.

Abstract: IR 6 (Cosmetics, Toiletry and Fragrance Association, Inc., 7th ed. 1997). Viscosities are measured using Brookfield viscometers (1,000-20,000 cps, Spindle No. 5, 20 rpm, 60 second run, 25 degrees C.) unless otherwise indicated. 967-00—IR # 6967-00-1-A low viscosity, stable dispersion of behenyl alcohol comprising: (a) 10-40 weight % on an actives basis of behenyl alcohol; (b) 1.0-8.0 weight % of an anionic surfactant selected from the group consisting of sodium lauryl ether sulfate, sodium lauryl sulfate, magnesium lauryl ether sulfate, magnesium lauryl sulfate, calcium lauryl ether sulfate, calcium lauryl sulfate, ammonium lauryl ether sulfate, and ammonium lauryl sulfate; and (c) 1.0-3.0 weight % (on an actives basis) of a betaine selected from the group consisting of C12-18 amidopropylbetaine; wherein the dispersion has a stability of at least 3 months at a temperature of 49 degrees C., a viscosity in the range of 1,000-20,000 centipoise, and no more than 0.2 weight % of cationic material.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a no-rinse composition for combing hair, which imparts lightness to hair, leaving the, after brushing, with an appearance of loose hair, with well-shaped curls, clean, with an adequate volume and untangled, thus facilitating the combing.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of multiphase compositions comprising

Abstract: A composition useful in an area selected from the group consisting of personal care, household surface care and fabric care, which comprises

Abstract: A composition is disclosed for cleansing the ear canal, where the composition includes a carrier agent for ingredients and an antiseptic/antibacterial and/or anti-fungal agent. The disclosure relates to a composition for cleansing the ear canal, as well as preventing and treating infections of the ear. The composition may include a saline solution as a moisturizing base component, a buffering agent, a preservative, an antiseptic and/or anti-fungal agent, a counter-irritant, an alcohol, and/or an aloe concentrate. The disclosure is also related to the use of such composition to provide many unexpected benefits of a clean and healthy ear canal that may prevent the need for antibiotic and/or steroid treatment for ear infections.

Abstract: The invention concerns a transparent composition for cosmetic treatment of keratinous materials comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least a compound selected among polyols and mineral electrolytes, at least a volatile silicone, at least a siliconized surfactant, and at least a cationic surfactant in a concentration strictly higher than 0.5 wt. % relative to the composition total weight. The proportions of polyols and mineral electrolytes are such that the (polyol and/or electrolyte)/oil ratio is not less than 2, the oils comprising at least said volatile silicone. The invention also concerns a method for cosmetic treatment of keratinous materials using said transparent composition.

Abstract: Liquid lamellar cleansing compositions are described that contain synthetic surfactants, hydrophilic emollients and exfoliant particles where 80% or more of the particles have a major axis length of between 100 and 1000 microns. The combination of the mild surfactants, moisturizers, and exfoliants provide the user with simultaneous moisturization and exfoliation in a convenient liquid cleansing product.