Abstract: The invention relates to a composition to be applied to the skin and superficial body growths, comprising an aqueous dispersion of particles of film-forming polymer and an aqueous suspension of particles of at least partially crosslinked solid elastomeric polyorganosiloxane. The invention also relates to a process for caring for or making up keratin substances, which comprises applying the composition to the keratin substances. The composition makes it possible to obtain a film which has good staying power, is water-resistant and feels comfortable.

Abstract: Oil-in-water nanoemulsions comprising oil globules with an average size of less than 150 nm and comprising at least one oil, at least one amphiphilc lipid, and at least one cationic polymer comprising at least one hydrophobic block and at least one hydrophilic block. Processes comprising such oil-in-water nanoemulsions.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use in a cosmetic or dermatological composition which can be applied to the skin, keratin fibres, semi-mucous membranes and/or mucous membranes, of an aqueous dispersion of film-forming polymer particles combined with an antimicrobial protection system, in particular an antibacterial and/or antifungal system, comprising 1,2-pentanediol. The invention relates in particular to a make-up composition for the lips or the body.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods for treating cell damage caused by reactive oxygen species in relation to a variety of skin disorders. More specifically, the present invention relates to the treatment skin disorders through the topical delivery of reactive oxygen metabolite production or release inhibiting compounds.

Abstract: A solid composition for topical application comprising, in an aqueous phase, a gelling system comprising (i) gellan gum, (ii) at least one other hydrocolloid chosen from the group formed by xanthan gum, carboxymethylcellulose, hydroxypropylcellulose, methylcellulose, hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, hydroxyethylcellulose, agar-agar, carrageenans, alginates, carob gum, guar gum, gum arabic, karaya gum, gum tragacanth, ghatti gum, pectins, gelatin, caseinates and hydroxypropylguar, and (iii) at least one amphiphilic polymer comprising at least one fatty chain and at least one hydrophilic unit.

Abstract: A solid composition for topical application comprising, in an aqueous phase, a gelling system comprising (i) gellan gum, (ii) at least one other hydrocolloid chosen from the group formed by xanthan gum, carboxymethylcellulose, hydroxypropylcellulose, methylcellulose, hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, hydroxyethylcellulose, agar-agar, carrageenans, alginates, carob gum, guar gum, gum arabic, karaya gum, gum tragacanth, ghatti gum, pectins, gelatin, caseinates and hydroxypropylguar, and (iii) at least one amphiphilic polymer comprising at least one fatty chain and at least one hydrophilic unit.

Abstract: A mascara composition for curling and thickening eyelashes comprising: a waxes-in-water emulsion of at least one mixture of hard waxes (I), the mixture of waxes (I) containing at least three waxes having melting points ranging from 77° C. to 110° C., the mixture of waxes (I) is present in a content of at least 10% by weight relative to the total weight of the composition, and the mixture of waxes (I) is in the form of particles of at least 1 &mgr;m in size, and at least 0.1% by weight of a polymer system containing at least one film-forming polymer, where the polymer system is capable of forming a film which produces, at a concentration of 7% in water, a greater than 1% retraction of isolated stratum corneum at 30° C. and under a relative humidity of 40%.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition for coating keratin fibers, in particular the eyelashes. The composition can provide a waterproof coating that curls the keratin fibers. The composition comprises at least one lamellar filler, and an aqueous phase dispersed in a liquid fatty phase containing at least one volatile organic solvent. The aqueous phase contains a polymer system comprising at least one film-forming polymer which is dispersed in the aqueous phase in the form of solid particles.

Abstract: A process for treating balding spots and a composition which when applied to areas of thinning or balding hair increases the width and visibility of the hairs within the thinning or balding area and thus obscures visibility of the scalp or skin underlying the hairs. A bonding agent helps make the spray more efficient in application, decreases undesirable overspray, and increases formula adherence to hair shafts.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a care and/or make-up anhydrous composition, in particular a cosmetic, dermatological, hygienic or pharmaceutical composition, for the skin, which may be provided in the form of a cast product or a gel comprising at least one, in particular pulverulent, coloring matter and a dispersion of non-film-forming polymer particles which are surface-stabilized in a partially nonvolatile liquid fatty phase. Depending on the quantity of polymer and of nonvolatile oil, it is possible to obtain, on the lips or the skin, a nonfatty soft film having remarkable transfer-free properties, while imparting a very high degree of comfort. The invention also relates to the use of this dispersion in such a composition.

Abstract: The present invention provides the process for accelerating the drying time of a cosmetic makeup, sun protection or nail care compositions which includes introducing at least one volatile organic polyhalogenic solvent into the composition.

Abstract: A cosmetic make-up composition suitable for use as a mascara or the like and which is in the form of an emulsion comprising an insoluble polymeric material in an aqueous emulsion; and lipophilic oil components including a polyvinylpyrrolidone hexadecane copolymer. The compositions exhibit improved wear and water resistance and are removable with soap and water.

Abstract: A composition containing a physiologically acceptable medium of oil-in-water or water-in-oil type, thickened by an associative polyurethane. The composition has viscoelastic properties allowing it to recover its initial appearance after each use. The composition may be used as, for example, a makeup foundation.

Abstract: A water-in-oil emulsion is provided having a liquid fatty phase and an aqueous phase, wherein the liquid fatty phase contains a fumed silica and at least one polysaccharide alkyl ether formed of units containing at least two different saccharide rings, each unit containing at least one hydroxyl group substituted with a hydrocarbon-based chain, and from 0% to 5% by weight, relative to the total weight of the emulsion, of at least one emulsifying surfactant, and the liquid fatty phase contains at least one medium which is a solvent for the polysaccharide alkyl ether, that is useful in particular in the cosmetics and/or dermatological fields.

Abstract: The present invention provides a process for making transfer resistant make-up or sun-screen cosmetic compositions containing particles, which process includes introducing at least one volatile polyorganohalogen solvent, the halogen atom being fluorine, as an anti-transfer agent.

Abstract: A method using at least one guar gum as the sole shape-retention and/or shaping agent in cosmetic compositions intended for a temporary shaping of keratin fibers, and a method for the temporary shaping and/or deformation of keratin fibers, in particular in the shape of a hairsetting, using this compound.

Abstract: A pigmented emulsion composition for application to eyelashes or eyebrows comprising an aqueous phase and a non-aqueous phase, wherein the non-aqueous phase comprises at least one organic, solid, non-polymeric gelling agent, which is capable of gelling the pigmented emulsion composition to a viscosity of 4,000 to 2,000,000 centipoise at 25° C., and a method for lengthening, coloring, and curling eyelashes using said composition.

Abstract: An emulsion comprising an aqueous phase and an oily phase and additionally comprising a hydrophilic thickening compound and a polysaccharide alkyl ether, as well as a cosmetic or dermatological composition comprising such an emulsion. The use of such a combination makes it possible to stabilize an emulsion, in particular an oil-in-water emulsion and more particularly an emulsion not comprising a surfactant.

Abstract: An applied make-up of long durability and/or a transfer-free make-up composition is removed from the skin by applying to the skin a composition consisting of an aqueous phase and an oily phase, which are distinct, to remove the make-up or transfer-free make-up.

Abstract: A composition for cosmetics use which comprises a lysophospholipid mixture, wherein 30 mol % or more of fatty acids bonded to said lysophospholipid mixture are monoenoic fatty acids; and a cosmetic composition which comprises a lysophospholipid mixture and a cosmetically acceptable carrier, wherein 30 mol % or more of fatty acids bonded to said lysophospholipid mixture are monoenoic fatty acids. The cosmetic composition having such a lysophospholipid mixture has high storage stability and is excellent in feeling upon use.

Abstract: A process for preparing a photochromic compound and/or improving the photochromic properties of a photochromic compound selected from metal oxides, hydrated metal oxides and metal oxide/hydrate complexes by heat-treating the photochromic compound in the presence of at least one metallic component such as an oxide or hydroxide of lithium, sodium and/or potassium, the photochromic compound obtained using this process, and the cosmetic composition comprising it.

Abstract: A solid composition free of fillers, comprising an aqueous phase, wherein said aqueous phase comprises a hydrocolloid combination of gellane gum and at least one other hydrocolloid, wherein said gellane gum is present in an amount of at least 2% by weight, relative to the total weight of the composition, and wherein said hydrocolloid combination is present in an amount of less than 20% of the total weight of the composition, formable as tubes, pencils or bars, and useful to care for and/or treat the skin, the scalp, the hair or mucous membranes, to make up the skin and/or keratin fibers such as the eyelashes and the hair, and to style and/or shape keratin fibers, and in particular the hair.

Abstract: A composition for application to keratinous substances, comprising: a liquid fatty phase and an effective amount of at least one copolymer which is soluble or dispersible in the liquid fatty phase which is selected from crystalline olefin copolymers having a degree of crystallinity of at most 50%.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition which can be used in particular for eye makeup and which comprises deoxyribonucleic acid and at least one wax. The present invention also relates to a process for the preparation of the cosmetic composition and to a method of using the latter. Method for lengthening and curving the eyelashes comprising applying to the eyelashes a composition comprising deoxyribonucleic acid or an inorganic or organic salt thereof, and at least one wax.