Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic process for treating keratin fibers, preferably the hair, comprising at least the steps consisting in: a) applying to said keratin fibers a composition containing at least one substance chosen from fatty substances, non-silicone polymers and surfactants, b) applying a mechanical tension to said keratin fibers, and c) exposing said keratin fibers under mechanical tension to microwaves, at a pressure ranging from 50,000 to 250,000 Pa, in the presence of at least one solvent in vapor form on contact with the keratin fibers and without there being complete drying of the keratin fibers throughout the entire exposure to the microwaves, the solvent(s) in vapor form being entirely generated by evaporating at least one compound present, before emission of the microwaves, on contact with the keratin fibers, step a) taking place prior to step c).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for curl-relaxing and/or straightening keratin fibres, such as the hair, which comprises the application to the fibres of one or more compositions comprising reducing agents, one or more compositions comprising organic solvents and a step of heat treatment of the fibres by means of a heating tool. The invention also relates to the use of the composition(s) comprising reducing agents and of the composition(s) comprising organic solvents in a process for curl-relaxing and/or straightening keratin fibres. Finally, the invention relates to a multi-compartment device or “kit” that is suitable for performing such a process.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for treating keratin fibres, in particular human keratin fibres such as the hair, comprising: 1) a step of applying to the keratin fibres a composition comprising: a) one or more compounds chosen from urea and/or urea derivatives, b) one or more polyols, c) one or more amino silicones, 2) a step of heat treatment of the keratin fibres, the heat treatment step 2) preferably being after step 1). The present invention also relates to a composition that may be used in the process according to the invention.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to depilatory compositions comprising a depilatory active, alkali metal hydroxide and an aminoalkylpropanol. The compositions have a pH in the range of from 10 to 12.5. The depilatory active preferably contains a thiol group, the alkali metal hydroxide preferably comprises potassium hydroxide and the aminoalkylpropanol preferably comprises aminomethylpropanol. The composition is preferably a gel, mousse, foam, cream, lotion or peelable film, especially a translucent or transparent gel. The depilatory compositions provide effective hair removal yet are well tolerated by the skin and allow for acceptable application times of the composition. The present invention further provides a depilatory composition comprising urea, a carbomer, and a gum; these compositions may or may not comprise aminoalkylpropanol.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a composition in the form of an emulsion for shaping or altering the shape of hair, such as by straightening hair, wherein the composition contains a reducing agent, a neutralizing agent, at least two fatty substances, a nonionic surfactant selected from alkoxylated fatty alcohols and alkyl(ether)phosphates, optionally a quaternary ammonium compound, and water, wherein the pH of the composition ranges from about 2 to less than about 7. Also disclosed is a process for shaping or altering the shape of hair.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to compositions for treating keratinous substrates, such as the hair, comprising at least one monoamine and at least one carboxylic acid, as well as systems and methods for treating keratinous substrates with the compositions.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is hair cosmetic composition comprising a thiol-based compound selected from thiolactic acid and its derivatives or salts, and wherein the composition has a pH of less than 7. Also disclosed is a process for shaping or 5 altering the shape of hair or caring of the hair.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a composition for shaping or altering the shape of hair, such as by straightening hair, wherein the composition contains a reducing agent, a neutralizing agent, a dimethicone copolyol, a cellulose compound, and water, wherein the pH of the composition ranges from about 2 to less than about 7. Also disclosed is a process for shaping or altering the shape of hair.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a composition for the permanent shaping of human hair comprising at least one reducing agent at a concentration of above 2% by weight an aminated silicone emulsion comprising at least one nonionic surfactant and free from any cationic surfactant at a concentration in the range of 0.1 to 2.5% by weight calculated to total composition and process for permanent shaping human hair with the said compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to hair treatment agents that include a synergistic combination of selected UV filters and selected complexes of acid protein hydrolysates and basic fatty acid amidoamines.

Abstract: New fibroblast growth factor receptor 1 (FGFR1) inhibitors have been identified which are useful for promoting the retention and/or growth of keratin fibers, such as hair of the scalp, hair of the face (moustache, beard, etc.), eyebrows, eyelashes, and the like. The FGFR1 inhibitors may be formulated in effective amounts in a variety of cosmetic and personal care products.

Abstract: Improved hair straightening topical compositions comprising transglutaminase, sodium metabisulfite, and a system for stabilizing the pH of the composition, and for inhibiting the generation of sulfur dioxide. Optionally, one or more additional hair straightening agents, that are capable of affecting secondary, tertiary and quaternary protein structures of human hair may be included. Optionally, polylysine may be included which, in combination with TGase, acts to form a surface barrier film and moisture shield around human hair. The invention includes methods of using such topical compositions.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a method for shaping hair fibers comprising: applying to the hair fibers at least one reducing composition comprising at least one reducing agent and at least one cationic polymer, wherein the weight ratio of the at least one reducing agent to the at least one cationic polymer ranges from 0.1:1 to 10:1; rinsing the hair fibers; applying at least one care composition comprising at least one aminated silicone; optionally rinsing the hair fibers; and heating the hair fibers with a heating device at a temperature ranging from 50 to 280° C., the heating being carried out before or after an optional rinsing of the hair fibers.

Abstract: Hair conditioning composition comprising: from about 2.0% to about 9.0% reducing agent, wherein the reducing agent is selected from the group consisting of ammonium thioglycolate; ammonium thiolactate; and mixtures thereof; from about 0.5% to about 1.5% alkalising agent; from about 2.0% to about 10% conditioning agent selected from the group consisting of: silicone compounds; cationic surfactants; and mixtures thereof; a buffering agent. The composition has a pH of from about pH 7.5 to about pH 9.5 and a viscosity of from about 500 mPa·s to about 5500 mPa·s measured at 25° C. The composition is substantially free of an additional reducing agent capable of reducing disulfide bonds in keratin fibres. Also associated methods, processes, kits and uses.

Abstract: There is provided a hair procession agent composition including: 22% by mass or less of inorganic particles having an average particle size of primary particles of 1 nm to 1 ?m, and an oil-soluble dispersant.

Abstract: Provided are hair processing agents capable of permanent waving hair even at a neutral to weakly acidic pH range that causes less irritation to the skin, and hair processing agents in which an unpleasant odor is masked. Hair processing agents contain at least one compound represented by the formula (2). Hair processing agents contain a compound of the formula (2) and at least one compound (ii) selected from thioglycolic acid, thiolactic acid, cysteine, acetylcysteine, cysteamine, acylcysteamine, salts thereof and ester derivatives thereof. Hair processing agents contain a compound of the formula (2), a surfactant and water, and are emulsified. Hair processing agents contain a compound of the formula (2) and a specific perfume.

Abstract: Compositions, kits, and methods for repairing bonds, for example, disulfide bonds, in hair or on the skin are disclosed. The compositions provide improved conditioning benefit for dry hair or moisturize the skin. The compositions also provide a long lasting moisturized feel and smooth feel to the skin or hair, without feeling greasy. The compositions contain one or more compounds that covalently crosslink at least two thiol groups in the hair or on the skin. Use of the crosslinking compositions prevents reversion of the repaired bonds to their reduced (thiol) state, for at least one week, one month, six months, or one year, after a single application of the composition. Improved methods of styling hair, for example permanent hair waving, hair curling, and hair straightening are also provided.

Abstract: Compositions, kits, and methods for repairing bonds, for example, disulfide bonds, in hair or on the skin are disclosed. The compositions provide improved conditioning benefit for dry hair or moisturize the skin. The compositions also provide a long lasting moisturized feel and smooth feel to the skin or hair, without feeling greasy. The compositions contain one or more compounds that covalently crosslink at least two thiol groups in the hair or on the skin. Use of the crosslinking compositions prevents reversion of the repaired bonds to their reduced (thiol) state, for at least one week, one month, six months, or one year, after a single application of the composition. Improved methods of styling hair, for example permanent hair waving, hair curling, and hair straightening are also provided.

Abstract: Compositions, kits, and methods for repairing bonds, for example, disulfide bonds, in hair or on the skin are disclosed. The compositions provide improved conditioning benefit for dry hair or moisturize the skin. The compositions also provide a long lasting moisturized feel and smooth feel to the skin or hair, without feeling greasy. The compositions contain one or more compounds that covalently bind at least two thiol groups in the hair or on the skin. Use of the binding compositions prevents reversion of the repaired bonds to their free thiol state, for at least one week or one month, or more, after a single application of the composition. Improved methods of styling hair, for example permanent hair waving, hair curling, hair coloring or highlighting, and hair straightening, are also provided.

Abstract: Disclosed are waving compositions for waving of keratinous fibers, such as hair, containing a) a bisulfite compound, b) a sulfate compound or urea, and c) a phenol, and methods of waving keratinous fibers by applying such compositions to keratinous fibers. Also disclosed is a multi-unit cosmetic kit for treating a keratinous fiber containing a) a first unit containing a first composition containing a bisulfite compound and a sulfate compound or urea, and b) a second unit containing a second composition containing a phenol.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods and formulations of treating keratin fibers, in order to provide long lasting curl reduction and styling results for keratin fibers from a single application. The present invention may include forming sufficient active sites on the keratin fibers followed with fixation and/or cross-linking of active compounds via covalent and strong ionic bond formation to the active sites on the keratin fibers. The active sites may be produced by breaking a sufficient number of disulfide bonds in the keratin fibers by using one or more reducing agents. The active compounds may then be fixed and/or cross-linked to the active sites. The fixation and/or cross-linking reactions of the active compounds onto the keratin fibers is facilitated by allowing the formulations containing the active compounds to react on the keratin fibers at ambient conditions for a sufficient time, followed with heating the keratin fibers to approximately 400° F.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a process for permanent shaping of human hair used both for the permanent waving of human hair with an excellent waving effect as well as for the straightening of curled hair. Accordingly, the first object of the present invention is a process for permanent shaping hair wherein an aqueous composition comprising at least one inorganic salt is applied onto hair and optionally processed up to 20 min and optionally rinsed off and subsequently a composition comprising at least one reducing agent is applied and rinsed off from hair after a processing time of 1 to 30 min and at a temperature of 20 to 45° C. and a composition comprising at least one oxidizing agent is applied and processed for 1 to 20 min at a temperature range of 20 to 45° C. and rinsed off from hair.

Abstract: Method of cleansing hair comprising: (a) applying a composition to the hair; (b) dissolving and lathering the composition using a water-based solvent; (c) rinsing the hair with a water-based solvent; wherein during the rinsing a total of about 100 gram to about 300 gram of water-based solvent per gram of hair (dry weight) is employed; wherein the composition comprises from about 3 wt % to about 35 wt % of a mixture of at least two compounds of Formula I.

Abstract: An improved aqueous human hair relaxer composition is disclosed that contains effective amounts of active human hair straightening ingredients and excipients, and having a pH value of about 12 to about 14, whose improvement comprises the incorporation of a dissolved or dispersed discoloration-inhibiting effective amount of alpha-hydroxy-C1-C6 sulfinate of Formula I, below, where R1, R2 and M substituents are defined within. A method of using such a composition to straighten human hair without the discoloration to grey or white hair that normally accompanies relaxation is also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a process for permanent shaping of human hair used both for the permanent waving of human hair with an excellent waving effect as well as for the straightening of curled hair. Accordingly, the first object of the present invention is a process for permanent shaping hair wherein an aqueous composition comprising at least one inorganic salt is applied onto hair and optionally processed up to 20 min and optionally rinsed off and subsequently a composition comprising at least one reducing agent is applied and rinsed off from hair after a processing time of 1 to 30 min and at a temperature of 20 to 45° C. and a composition comprising at least one oxidizing agent is applied and processed for 1 to 20 min at a temperature range of 20 to 45° C. and rinsed off from hair.

Abstract: The invention relates to water-soluble or water-swellable polymers the repeating structural units of which consist of a) 90.0 to 99.99 mole-% of one or more repeating structural units originating from special monomers with sulfonic acid groups or the salts thereof such as for example 2-acrylamido-2-methyl-propanesulfonic acid or the salts thereof and b) 0.01 to 10.0 mole-% of one or more repeating structural units originating from special cross-linking agents with at least three polymerizable double bonds. The polymers for example have an advantageous sensory property profile and are highly suitable as thickening agents even in salt-containing compositions. They are furthermore advantageously suitable for producing cosmetic, dermatological or pharmaceutical compositions.

Abstract: The present invention teaches a hair straightening system including formulations that will safely and effectively straighten curly hair for at least 2-3 months after a single application, despite frequent washings of the hair. Methods for obtaining said formulations are disclosed. Hair straightening systems including shampoo and one or more conditioners are also provided.

Abstract: Compositions and processes permanent shape human hair for the permanent waving of human hair with an excellent waving effect as well as for the straightening of curled hair. A composition for permanently shaping hair has at least one reducing agent or at least one oxidizing agent and a cross linked copolymer of vinylpyrrolidone, vinylimidazol, 3-methyl-1-vinylimidazolium chloride and methacrylic acid. A process for permanent shaping hair wherein a composition comprising at least one reducing agent is applied and rinsed off from hair after a processing time of 1 to 30 min and at a temperature of 20 to 45° C. and a composition comprising at least one oxidizing agent is applied and processed for 1 to 20 min at a temperature range of 20 to 45° C. and rinsed off from hair wherein at least one of the compositions has a cross linked copolymer.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a composition for the permanent shaping of human hair based on at least one reducing agent and further comprising a first cationic polymer consisting of a copolymer of vinylpyrrolidone and vinylimidazole and a homopolymer of dimethyl diallyl ammonium chloride and a second cationicpolymer selected from urea copolymers and process for permanent shaping human hair with the said compositions.

Abstract: Process for treating keratin fibres using at least one sulfureous reducing agent, at least one cationic polymer and at least one mercaptosiloxane The present invention relates to a process for treating keratin fibres, in particular human keratin fibres such as the hair, comprising a step of applying to the keratin fibres a reducing composition (A) comprising one or more sulfureous reducing agents, optionally a step of applying to the keratin fibres an oxidizing composition (B), a step of applying a rinse-out or leave-in care composition (C), comprising one or more cationic polymers and optionally one or more amino silicones (i), it being understood that the reducing composition (A) and/or the oxidizing composition (B) and/or composition (C) comprise(s) one or more silicones (ii), other than the silicones (i), with a molecular weight of less than 10 000 and functionalized with one or more mercapto groups.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a composition for the permanent shaping of human hair comprising a copolymer of vinylpyrrolidone and quaternized vinylimidazole at a concentration in the range of 0.1 to 2.5% by weight calculated to total composition and process for permanent shaping human hair with the said compositions.

Abstract: The present innovation concerns a composition for the permanent shaping of human hair comprising at least one reducing agent at a concentration of above 2% by weight an aminated silicone compound at a concentration in the range of 0.1 to 2.5% by weight calculated to total composition and a copolymer of vinylpyrrolidone and quaternized vinylimidazole at a concentration in the range of 0.1 to 2.5% by weight calculated to total composition and process for permanent shaping human hair with the said compositions.

Abstract: Provided is a hair shape-controlling composition containing a reducing agent and an alkaline agent, which composition contains (1) a hydroxy-ether-amine compound (1) (wherein R1 represents a linear or branched C6-24 alkyl or alkenyl group; R2 represents a linear or branched C1-6 hydroxyalkylene or hydroxyalkylenyl group; and each of R3 and R4, which may be identical to or different from each other, represents a hydrogen atom or a linear C1-6 alkyl group); (2) an amidoamine compound (II) (wherein R5 represents a linear or branched C6-24 alkyl or alkenyl group; A represents —CONH—; R6 represents a linear or branched C1-6 alkylene or alkylenyl group; and each of R7 and R8, which may be identical to or different from each other, represents a hydrogen atom or a linear or branched C1-6 alkyl group) and/or O-[2-hydroxy-3-(trimethylammonio)propyl]hydroxyethylcellulose chloride; and (3) a higher alcohol. The hair shape-controlling composition exhibits greatly improved hair shape-controlling performance.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition comprising an effective amount of zinc-containing layered material, an effective amount of a surfactant including a surfactant with an anionic functional group, wherein the zinc-containing layered material has a relative zinc lability of greater than about 15%. The present invention further relates to a composition according to Claim 1 wherein the composition further comprises an effective amount of a pyrithione or a polyvalent metal salt of a pyrithione.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition for relaxing keratin fibres, comprising an alkaline agent, a fatty phase made up of fatty substance(s), the amount of fatty substance being greater than or equal to 52% by weight, relative to the total weight of said composition, and at least one surfactant in an amount of greater than or equal to 5% by weight, relative to the total weight of said composition. The application also relates to a method for relaxing keratin fibres using this composition, and also to the use of this composition for relaxing keratin fibres.

Abstract: By formulating permanent wave compositions with chlorophyll derivatives of water soluble alkaline divalent cations selected from the group consisting of magnesium, manganese, calcium, copper, and zinc, an easily employed malodor reducing composition is achieved for use with conventional reducing agents employed for permanently waving hair. In accordance with the present invention, chlorophyll derivative compositions soluble in propylene glycol and glycerol are employed in pre-treatments, waving lotions, or as additives to the waving lotions using various different reducing agents salts and esters of TGA, TLA, Cysteine, Cysteamine, and Bisulfite.

Abstract: A process for the cosmetic treatment of hair during an operation for permanently reshaping the hair, comprising a step of applying a composition comprising a silicone functionalized with one or more mercapto groups having a molecular weight of less than 10,000, and also to the use of this process and to a particular composition comprising the functionalized silicone.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a process for permanent shaping of human hair used both for the permanent waving of human hair with an excellent waving effect as well as for the straightening of curled hair. Accordingly, the first object of the present invention is a process for permanent shaping hair wherein an aqueous composition comprising at least one inorganic salt is applied onto hair and optionally processed up to 20 min and optionally rinsed off and subsequently a composition comprising at least one reducing agent is applied and rinsed off from hair after a processing time of 1 to 30 min and at a temperature of 20 to 45° C. and a composition comprising at least one oxidizing agent is applied and processed for 1 to 20 min at a temperature range of 20 to 45° C. and rinsed off from hair.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a solvent composition for one-step permanent wave and hair straightener, comprising: amino acid or a derivative thereof; protein or a derivative thereof; a reducing agent; an alkaline agent; an amino acid-based surfactant; organic acid; alcohol; and urea. The solvent composition does not damage hair nor irritate the scalp, does not emit an odor, and can greatly improve the efficiency of curling and straightening hair and the ability to maintain the curled and straightened hair.

Abstract: Improved hair straightening topical compositions comprising transglutaminase, sodium metabisulfite, and a system for stabilizing the pH of the composition, and for inhibiting the generation of sulfur dioxide. Optionally, one or more additional hair straightening agents, that are capable of affecting secondary, tertiary and quaternary protein structures of human hair may be included. Optionally, polylysine may be included which, in combination with TGase, acts to form a surface barrier film and moisture shield around human hair. The invention includes methods of using such topical compositions.

Abstract: A hair straightening topical composition comprising transglutaminase and polylysine, which act to form a surface barrier film and moisture shield around human hair. The transglutaminase also contributes to hair straightening. The composition also comprises one or more additional hair straightening agents, other than TGase, that are capable of affecting secondary, tertiary and quaternary protein structures of human hair, preferably sodium metabisulfite and/or tourmaline. The invention includes compositions that may be washed out of the hair after straightening has occurred, and compositions that are intended to remain in the hair for additional or extended benefits. The invention includes methods of using a topical composition that is capable of affecting secondary, tertiary and quaternary protein structures of human hair.

Abstract: An aqueous, low pH structured surfactant composition, contains, based on 100 parts by weight of the composition, from about 3 parts by weight to about 40 parts by weight of one or more anionic surfactants selected from anionic phosphate ester surfactants, anionic sulfonate surfactants, and anionic carboxylate surfactants, wherein the composition exhibits a pH of less than about 5, exhibits shear-thinning viscosity, and is capable of suspending water insoluble or partially water soluble components.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a composition for the permanent shaping of human hair used both for the permanent waving of human hair with an excellent waving effect as well as for the straightening of either naturally or chemically curled hair comprising at least one dipeptide. Accordingly, the present invention is on a composition for permanent shaping hair based on at least one reducing agent and at least one dipeptide.

Abstract: The present invention provides a relaxer gel activator composition, which includes a carbomer and guanidine carbonate as an alkaline neutralizing agent therefor, and a method for producing the relaxer gel activator. In some embodiments, the relaxer gel activator composition includes at least one conditioning agent, which may be PEG-2 dimeadowfoamamidoethylmonium methosulfate. The present invention also provides methods and kits for relaxing hair fibers using the relaxer gel activator of the invention.

Abstract: An object of the invention is to provide an aqueous solution of a No. 1 permanent waving agent through reconstitution upon use in a simple manner, which solution contains a cyclic mercapto compound as a reducing agent and realizes excellent characteristics such as high waving effect and good appearance of waved hair. The invention provides an alkylene carbonate dilution containing a cyclic mercapto compound in an amount of 7 to 80 wt. %; an alkylene carbonate for use in preparation of the alkylene carbonate dilution; and an aqueous reducing chemical agent which is prepared from the alkylene carbonate dilution and an aqueous base material.

Abstract: A hairspray which contains (A) to (C): (A) a cationic coating film-forming polymer, which is a copolymer containing monomers represented by formulae (1) to (4) (30 to 80% of (1), 2 to 50% of (2), 0 to 30% of (3), and 0 to 40% of (4)), or a copolymer including monomers represented by formulae (5) to (8) (30 to 80% of (5), 5 to 45% of (6), 2 to 30% of (7), and 0 to 30% of (8)): wherein R1, R4, R5, R12, and R21 are H or lower alkyl; R2, R3, R13, and R14 are H or C4-12 alkyl, or the like; R6, R16, R9, R10, R19, and R20 are lower alkylene; R7, R8, R17, R18, and R15 are lower alkyl; R11 is H, C1-10 alkyl or Ph; “a” is 0 or 1; “b” and “c” are 0 to 50; (B) an anionic coating film-forming polymer; and (C) a liquid solvent which has two or more OH and has a molecular weight of 62 to 1000, and wherein a mass ratio (B)/(A) is from 0.1 to 100.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a composition for the permanent shaping of human hair based on at least one reducing agent and further comprising a cationic polymer consisting of a copolymer of vinylpyrrolidone and vinylimidazole and a homopolymer of dimethyl diallyl ammonium chloride and process for permanent shaping human hair with the said compositions.

Abstract: Disclosed are waving compositions for waving of keratinous fibers, such as hair, containing a) a bisulfite compound, b) a sulfate compound or urea, and c) a lactone or about 0.3% or greater, by weight, of ascorbic acid or a derivative thereof, based on the total weight of the composition and methods of waving keratinous fibers by applying such compositions to keratinous fibers. Also disclosed is a multi-unit cosmetic kit for treating a keratinous fiber containing a) a first unit containing a first composition containing a bisulfite compound and a sulfate compound or urea, and b) a second unit containing a second composition containing a lactone or ascorbic acid or a derivative thereof.

Abstract: A composition for permanent shaping and/or straightening hair is based on at least one reducing agent further comprising an aqueous emulsion of divinyldimethicone/dimethicone copolymer with an internal phase viscosity of more than 1×108 mm2/s measured at 0.01 Hz and at about 25° C.

Abstract: Provided are methods of cleansing dyed hair comprising applying to dyed hair a composition comprising anionic surfactant and a hydrophobically-modified polymer capable of binding surfactant thereto.