Abstract: Described herein is a hair conditioner composition and methods of using the same, the hair conditioner composition including an effective chelant. The hair conditioner composition further includes one or more high melting point fatty compounds and a cationic surfactant.

Abstract: A hair care composition that removes calcium fatty carboxylate salts from the hair and scalp is provided. The hair care composition includes a calcium chelant, an anionic surfactant, a hydrotrope, a carrier, and optionally a zwitterionic surfactant.

Abstract: The present invention is a solid rinse aid composition and methods of making and using the same. Applicants have surprisingly found that the crystal modifier sodium xylene sulfonate (short chain alkyl benzene or alkyl naphthalene sulfonates) at higher percentage can act as a solidification agent. The solid rinse aid composition generally includes a short chain alkyl benzene or alkyl naphthalene sulfonates solidification agent and an effective amount of a surfactant which can include a sheeting agent component, defoamer component and/or association disruption agent. The solid rinse aid composition may be phosphate-free, aminocarboxylate-free, and GRAS if desired.

Abstract: Described herein is a shampoo composition and methods of using the same, the shampoo composition including a Class I and/or Class II chelant, a detersive surfactant, and a carrier.

Abstract: The invention concerns the use of a cosmetic compound to improve hair strength, said cosmetic compound comprising as an active ingredient an extract of Balanites almonds.

Abstract: This document discloses molecules having the following formula (“Formula I”):

Abstract: A composition comprising mineral water and a chelating agent present in an amount sufficient to maintain all of the minerals in the water in solution. The mineral water is preferably obtained from Mount Clemens, Mich., US, and is preferably chelated with an ammonium and/or a sodium salt of an acid selected from the group consisting of ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid, nitrilotetraacetic acid, ?-alaninediacetic acid, ethylenediaminosuccinic acid, aminotrimethylenephosphoric acid, serinediaacetic acid, asparaginediacetic acid, methylgylcinediacetic acid and mixtures thereof. The resultant chelated mineral water may be combined with a cosmetically acceptable skin-conditioning agent and a cosmetically acceptable topical carrier, thereby resulting in a cosmetic composition that will confer beneficial effects on the skin, e.g., softening, hydrating and healing effects.

Abstract: A method and chemical composition for modifying and dissolving atherosclerotic plaques formed in a patient's blood vessels is provided. A chemical composition comprising one or more of an organic substance, an inorganic substance, and a bioactive substance is administered at sites of the plaques. The chemical composition comprises one or more of d-limonene, propylene glycol, octanoic acid, 2-octane, glycerine, acetylsalicylic acid, acetic acid, omega-3 fatty acids, ethanol, methanol, ezetimibe, rosuvastatin, resveratrol, lactic acid, gluconic acid, chloroform, carbon disulfide, dichloromethane, toluene, lauryldimethyl hydroxysultaine, and any combination thereof. The chemical composition enables modification of plaques by altering their composition. The modification comprises partial dissolution, complete dissolution, or elimination of the plaques, and makes the plaques amenable to different forms of plaque treatment. The modified plaques are eliminated from the patient's body.

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: The present patent application relates to a cosmetic and/or dermatological composition comprising at least one aqueous phase including at least one water-soluble or water-dispersible polymer, of triblock structure B-A-B in which A is an ionic water-soluble polymer block and B is a hydrophobic polymer block, the amount of polymer block A being greater than or equal to 50% of the total weight of the triblock polymer. The invention also relates to the use of the said composition, especially in cosmetics for caring for, cleansing, protecting and/or making up the skin, keratin fibers and/or mucous membranes.

Abstract: A pulverulent composition for bleaching human keratin fibers, such as hair, comprising at least one peroxygenated salt, at least one polymer chosen from nonionic and anionic amphiphilic polymers, wherein the at least one polymer comprises at least one fatty chain; and less than 10% by weight of a fatty acid sugar ester comprising at least one sugar residue and at least one C12-C24 fatty acid residue. The pulverulent composition is capable of being mixed with at least one aqueous hydrogen peroxide composition having a titer of not more than 40 volumes to form stable, homogeneous, bleaching compositions that can be applied precisely and easily, and can produce a homogeneous bleaching of the hair that does not leave the hair coarse.

Abstract: A personal care composition is composed of: (a) from about 0.1% to about 99% by weight of a vehicle system which comprises a hydrophobically modified nonionic water soluble polysaccharide polymer which comprises a water soluble polysaccharide polymer backbone and a hydrophobic moiety selected from the group consisting of 3-alkoxy-2-hydroxypropyl group wherein the allyl moiety is a straight or branch chain having 2-6 carbon atoms, C3-C7 alky aryl alkyl, alkyl aryl groups and mixtures thereof, wherein the ratio of the hydrophilic portion to the hydrophobic portion of the polymer is from about 2:1 to 1000:1, and (b) at least one other personal care ingredient. This compostion can be used in a wide range of personal care products such as shampoos, conditioners, hair coloring and styling agents, soaps, body washing agents, underarm products, lubricating agents, oral care products, denture adhesives, sunscreen agents, make-up products, and the like.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a foaming hair conditioner which comprises a monoalkyl quat from C14 to higher carbon chain lengths (preferably C16 to C22) and a dialkyl quat which is a mixture of C16, C16 dialkyl quat and C18, C18 dialkyl quat. Optionally, a silicone compound may be included. The monoalkyl quat may be in a ratio to the dialkyl quat of about 15:1 to about 2:1. The carbon chain lengths within the dialkyl quat are present in a weight ratio of about 1:3 to about 3:1 of C16, C16 dialkyl quat to C18, C18 dialkyl quat.

Abstract: A mineral supplement or feed for ruminant animals, especially deer, contains effective amounts of sulfur and garlic to repel insects from the animals. By inducing the repellant into the animal via ingestion of the mineral supplement or feed, disease and stress in the animals as caused by the insects is reduced.

Abstract: Damaged or imperfect hair shafts are treated by: (a) hydrating hair shafts to open flaps of the cuticles layer, (b) applying to the hair shafts amino acids or peptides effective to nourish hair, and (c) compressing the hair shafts under heat by sandwiching the hair shafts between heated plates to cause the amino acids or peptides to penetrate through the cuticle layer and close the openings between the flaps. The penetrated amino acids or peptides nourish the cortex. The hair shafts may be subjected to hair styling treatment.

Abstract: A hair dye and hair-dyeing methods using the hair dye are provided. The hair dye comprises, as essential ingredients, (i) a formulation primarily composed of a dye component including indican derived from indigo plants and (ii) a formulation primarily composed of a &bgr;-glucosidase enzyme component. Hair is first mordanted with a dye mordant such as aluminum, iron and the like, and then secondly the prepared hair dye is uniformly applied to the hair either directly or as a mixture of the dye and a proper amount of water. Upon completion of the hair-dyeing, hair is rinsed with water and is finished by drying.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an aqueous opaque hair conditioner which comprises a monoalkyl quat from C14 to higher Carbon chain lengths (preferably C16 to C22) and a dialkyl quat which is a mixture of C16, C16 dialkyl quat and C18, C18 dialkyl quat. Also included is an amount of fatty alcohol to opacify the conditioner. Optionally, a silicone compound may be included. The monoalkyl quat may be in a ratio to the dialkyl quat of about 15:1 to about 2:1. The carbon chain lengths within the dialkyl quat are present in a weight ratio of about 1:3 to about 3:1 of C16,C16 to C18, C18. The fatty alcohol may be present in an amount from about 1% to about 10%.

Abstract: A composition in the form of an oil-in-water emulsion comprising, in a physiologically acceptable medium, an oily phase dispersed in an aqueous phase, characterized in that it contains fibers and a surfactant system comprising at least one glyceryl ester of a C8-C24 fatty acid and at least one polyethylene glycol ester of a C8-C24 fatty acid. The composition obtained has very good stability and can in particular constitute a cosmetic composition. The invention also relates to the use of the said composition, in particular for caring for, treating, making up or cleansing the skin, the lips, the eyelashes and/or the hair.

Abstract: A skin-care pouch includes a sealed enclosure storing therein a number of carbide aggregations including carbides in the form of small pieces, granules or particles, water-absorbent shape-keeping agent which is gelled by absorbing water upon contact therewith and so on. The sealed enclosure in the form of a bag is formed of a fabric capable of permeating water and the carbides therethrough to be placed into contact with a desired portion of skin where care or treatment thereof is desired.

Abstract: Inexpensive, and easy to use self cleaning mixtures that use photoactive agents such as titanium dioxide(TiO2) and tungsten oxide(WO3) along with mixing the agents with co-catalysts such as carbon(C), Fe(iron), Cu(copper), Ni(nickel) and CO2P. In addition, the co-catalyst loading can include up to approximately 5% carbon to maximize the inhibiting algae growth. The mixtures can be used to inhibit various growth organisms such as but not limited to algae, fungus, bacteria and mold. The agents can be combined together, and/or each agent can be combined with various coatings, such as but not limited to a cement or a polymer binder. The coatings can be applied to surfaces that are exposed to water such as but not limited to an aquarium, liners on the inner walls of swimming pools, drinking water tanks, and the like. Additionally, the coatings can be used as surfacing agent in contact with water within solar water heaters, piping adjacent to pool pumps, and the like.

Abstract: Inexpensive, and easy to use self cleaning mixtures that use photoactive agents such as titanium dioxide(TiO2) and tungsten oxide(WO3) along with mixing the agents with co-catalysts such as carbon(C), Fe(iron), Cu(copper), Ni(nickel) and CO2P. In addition, the co-catalyst loading can include up to approximately 5% carbon to maximize the inhibiting algae growth. The mixtures can be used to inhibit various growth organisms such as but not limited to algae, fungus, bacteria and mold. The agents can be combined together, and/or each agent can be combined with various coatings, such as but not limited to a cement or a polymer binder. The coatings can be applied to surfaces that are exposed to water such as but not limited to an aquarium, liners on the inner walls of swimming pools, drinking water tanks, and the like. Additionally, the coatings can be used as surfacing agent in contact with water within solar water heaters, piping adjacent to pool pumps, and the like.

Abstract: Substantive UV-absorbing water-soluble quaternary salts of cinnamidoalkylamine of formula I. Hair, skin and fabric care compositions containing the compounds of formula I; wherein R1 represents up to four substituents, same or different, selected from H, halo, —OH, —NH2, —NO2, —OCH3, —N(CH3)2, alkyl groups containing up to 6 carbon atoms, alkoxy groups containing up to 6 carbon atoms, alkylamino or N,N-dialkylamino groups containing up to 6 carbon atoms; R2 is selected from hydrogen, alkyl group containing up to 6 carbon atoms; R3 and R4 are independently selected from benzyl, alkyl group containing up to 6 carbon atoms; n is an integer from 1 to 6; m is an integer from 1 to 10; X− is a counter anion of quaternary centres selected from halides including chloride, bromide, iodide and methane sulphonate and its derivatives such as trifluoro methane sulphonate, benzene sulphonates including its p-bromo, nitro and methyl derivative.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of aminoalcohol derivatives containing a urea functional group corresponding to the following formula: in which: R1 represents a linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated alkyl radical having from 8 to 22 carbon atoms; R2 represents a hydrogen atom or a linear or branched, saturated alkyl radical having from 1 to 6 carbon atoms; R3 represents a linear or branched, monohydroxylated or polyhydroxylated, saturated alkyl group having from 1 to 10 carbon atoms, in and for the preparation of cosmetic or dermatological compositions. These compounds are used in particular as moisturizing agents in care products for the skin or as conditioning agents in hair products.

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: The invention is characterized by the use in cosmetic compositions of one or more lipophilic derivatives of amino deoxyalditols corresponding to the general formula: in which: R1 is a saturated linear C14-C40 aliphatic radical; R2 is a hydrogen atom or a linear C1-C6 alkyl radical; X is an oxygen atom or a methylene radical; and n is an integer from 1 to 5; with the proviso that when X is a methylene radical R1 contains from 19 to 39 carbon atoms. Application to the preparation of cosmetic compositions for the treatment of keratinous substances and for buccodental hygiene.

Abstract: The hair care and conditioning preparations contains from 65 to 98 percent by weight of a first lipophilic phase, from 33 to 2 percent by weight of a second amphiphilic phase and from 5 to 0 percent by weight water. The first lipophilic phase has one or more conditioning lipophilic active ingredients, preferable jojoba oil, avocado oil, sunflower oil, wheat germ oil, montan wax, mineral wax, petrolatum and/or paraffin and the second amphiphilic phase includes a fatty acid ester, and ethoxylated fatty acid, an exthoxylated fatty acid amine and/or an ethoxylated fatty acid amide, and preferably is polyethoxylated hydrogenated castor oil.

Abstract: Foaming compositions for washing and conditioning keratinous materials, particularly hair and/or skin, containing at least one silicone, at least one surfactant and at least one dialkylether that is solid at a temperature of about 30.degree. C. and has formula (I):R--O--R' (I)the foaming power of said compositions greater than 50 ml, as well as washing and conditioning methods using said compositions, are disclosed; wherein in formula (I), each of R and R', which are the same or different, is a linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated alkyl radical containing 12-30 carbon atoms.

Abstract: The preparation consists of 0.05-5% by weight of nutritive substances, 0-20% by weight of fatty substances, 0.5-15% by weight of alcohol, 0-1.5% by weight of fragrance compound, 0.5-5% by weight of moisturizing substance, 0-20% by weight of emolient, 0.1-20% by weight of surface-active substances, 0.02-1.0% by weight of preserving agent, 0-5% by weight of conditioning agent, 0.1-25% by weight of flax glycerol-glycol-water biocomplex, 0-2.5% by weight of viscosity regulator and pH regulator depending upon the need.

Abstract: A method for coating keratinous substances including applying an agent for coating keratinous substances comprising:(1) an aqueous/organic solution containing:(a) at least one non-crosslinked polymer capable of forming a deposit or a film on a keratinous substrate after drying and exhibiting a critical temperature Tc for solubility in water of the LCST or UCST type ranging from 0.degree. to 100.degree. C.; and(b) at least one total organic solvent for the polymer within the temperature range for use of the composition which is partially or completely miscible with water and more volatile than water; or(2) an aqueous solution or aqueous dispersion containing:(a) at least one non-crosslinked polymer capable of forming a deposit or a film on a keratinous substrate after drying and exhibiting a critical temperature Tc for solubility in water of the LCST or UCST type ranging from 0.degree. to 100.degree. C.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of oxamate derivatives in a composition, as agents for depigmenting and/or bleaching human skin, head hair and/or other hairs. The invention also relates to a process for depigmenting and/or bleaching the skin, head hair and/or other hairs, which includes applying a composition comprising oxamate derivatives to human skin, head hair and/or other hairs.

Abstract: A water-in-oil emulsion comprising a fatty phase comprising a an oil selected from volatile oils and, preferably, poly(C1-C20)-alkylsiloxanes and an aqueous phase comprising a dispersed film-forming polymer, and a cosmetic composition including the water-in-oil emulsion, preferably a compostion which transfers and/or migrates little.

Abstract: The present invention provides a regenerated collagen fiber exhibiting a draping, luster and feel close to those of a natural protein fiber such as a human hair and capable of application of a permanent wave treatment, and a method of manufacturing the regenerated collagen fiber. The amino group and/or carboxyl group of the regenerated collagen is chemically modified to introduce a mercapto group and/or a disulfide linkage to the regenerated collagen. When subjected to a permanent wave treatment, the regenerated collagen fiber retains the waved shape.

Abstract: The present invention relates a hair treatment preparation which, in conjunction with after-applied heat, such as normal blow-drying, adds strength to, and repairs damage to, bleached and permed hair and enhances moisture retention. The treatment preparation consists of an aqueous blend of a hydrolyzed wheat protein and wheat oligosaccharides, wheat amino acids, and panthenol, as its essential active ingredients, with or without selected additives such as panthenyl ethyl ether, fragrance, preservatives, and the like. The invention also discloses a method of strengthening and repairing damaged hair comprising applying the hair treatment hair preparation of the present invention onto damaged hair, and thereafter drying the treated hair. Certain aspects of hair strength, especially for previously permed hair, appear to be increased when the thus treated hair is blow-dried.

Abstract: A method of treatment for human patients with an acquired hypercoagulable state or acquired protein C deficiency associated with sepsis, purpura fulminans, meningococcal sepsis, bone marrow and other transplantations, severe burns, pregnancy, major surgery, severe trauma, or ARDS, which comprises administering activated protein C providing a highly selective therapeutic agent with a low potential for causing bleeding complications.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a conditioning and detergent cosmetic composition for keratinous substances comprising, in an aqueous medium:(A) at least one non-volatile vegetable oil,(B) at least one anionic sulphate surface-active agent,(C) at least one non-ionic alkyl glycoside surface-active agent, the (B)/(C) ratio by weight being less than or equal to 2:1.Use in simultaneously caring for and washing keratinous substances, in particular the hair.

Abstract: The hair treatment composition for promoting luster and stylability of hair consists of an aqueous or aqueous-alcoholic solution containing preferably from 0.1 to 30 percent by weight of at least one fatty acid glyceride polyalkylene glycol ether having from 70 to 1000 alkylene glycol units or at least one fatty acid partial glyceride polyalkylene glycol ether having from 70 to 1000 alkylene glycol units and a propellant which is dimethyl ether and/or a volatile hydrocarbons or a mixture of volatile hydrocarbons so that the hair treatment composition consists of a single-phase aerosol preparation. The composition is composed so that an aerosol foam is formed on the hair when the hair treatment composition is applied to the hair.

Abstract: Hair cosmetic active compound combinations of(a) one or more phytosterols and(b) one or more .alpha.-hydroxycarboxylic acids and/or .alpha.-ketocarboxylic acids and/or salicylic acid.

Abstract: The aqueous composition for permanent hair-styling has a pH of from 6.5 to 9.5 and contains from 3 to 28% by weight of a compound of formula I, ##STR1## wherein A represents --CH.sub.2 --, --C.dbd.O--, --S--, --O-- and --NR-- and R is an alkyl group having from 1 to 6 carbon atoms or a hydroxyalkyl group having from 1 to 6 carbon atoms, m is an integer from 1 to 3 and n is an integer from 0 to 3, with the proviso that n=0 only when A is methylene; water and one or more cosmetic additive ingredient selected from the group consisting of thickening agents, anionic surfactants, cationic surfactants, amphoteric surfactants, nonionic surfactants, opacifiers, alcohols, sugars, solubilizers, stabilizers, buffer substances, perfume oils, colorants, hair conditioning and hair treatment ingredients.

Abstract: A dietary supplement which is useful for the promotion of healthy hair and pigment restoration in human subjects is provided. The dietary supplement supplies useful nutrients for hair growth, development, and pigmentation. In some instances, the use of the present dietary supplement can retard, prevent, suppress, and/or even reverse the graying of hair. Thus, at least for some already-turned gray individuals, the natural hair color can be restored, and maintained, naturally without the use of dyes, colorants, or the like. The dietary supplement contains, in effective amounts, a copper salt; para-aminobenzoic acid or salts thereof; pantothenic acid or salts thereof; and vitamin B6 in an appropriate carrier.

Abstract: The present invention relates an opaque conditioner which comprises a monoalkyl quat from C16 to higher Carbon chain lengths (preferably C16 to C22) and a dialkyl quat from C20 to C22. Also included is an amount of fatty alcohol necessary to opacify the conditioner. The monoalkyl quat is necessary in a ratio to the dialkyl quat of about not less than 4:1. The fatty alcohol is present in an amount from about 1% to about 4%.

Abstract: Disclosed are hair styling compositions comprising from about 0.01% to about 20% of a non-silicone-containing hair styling polymer; from about 0.1% to about 20% of a liquid hydrophilic non-polymeric cationic compound having at least one quaternary ammonium moiety; from about 3% to about 99% of selected carriers; and an organopolysiloxane microemulsion that contains a dispersing surfactant and from about 0.01% to about 10% organopolysiloxane (by weight of the composition), wherein the organopolysiloxane is substantially free of amino groups in combination with hydroxyl groups and the microemulsion has an average particle size of less than about 80 nm. The composition provides good style retention, restyling benefits, and improved hair aesthetics, e.g. blacker/shinier hair, less sticky/stiff.

Abstract: A process for permanently deforming keratin fibers is provided wherein the fiber is treated with 1) a keratin-reducing substance, 2) a physiologically compatible salt of an organic or inorganic acid anion and a divalent cation or Al.sup.3+, and 3) a compound selected from the group consisting of Vitamin C, Vitamin B.sub.5, derivatives thereof and mixtures thereof. The salt 2) and compound 3) can be applied in the form of a wave lotion or an intermediate treatment formulation. Also provided are wave lotions and hair treatment formulations comprising the salt 2) and the compound 3).

Abstract: Hair conditioning compositions comprising 0.1-20% cationic conditioning agent, 0.1-30% fatty alcohol, 0.001-10% nonionic surfactant, 0.001-20% of a polysiloxane having D and T units, wherein the ratio of D units to T units in the polysiloxane is about 10 to 80 D units for every T unit; and 5-95% water; as well as a method for improving the fade resistance of color treated hair comprising applying to the hair an aqueous based hair care composition containing one or more hair treating active ingredients and a siloxane having D and T units, wherein the ratio of D units to T units in the siloxane is about 10 to 80 D units for every T unit.

Abstract: Cosmetic compositions in the form of a transparent foaming gel comprising:(i) at least one alkyl ether carboxylic acid with a fatty chain,(ii) at least one diol with a fatty chain, and(iii) water.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for removing hair from a selected skin area comprising the steps of (a) applying a liposome composition comprising a photosensitizer to the selected skin area so that the composition is introduced into hair follicle ducts of the skin area, wherein the photosensitizer is present in the composition in an amount effective to undergo a reaction and damage the hair follicles upon application to the skin area of light at an appropriate wavelength, energy and duration to penetrate the skin and activate the photosensitizer; (b) removing from the skin area substantially all of the liposome composition which is not introduced into the hair follicle ducts; and (c) applying light to the skin area at an appropriate wavelength, energy and duration to penetrate the skin and cause the photosensitizer to undergo a reaction to damage the hair follicles. The present invention also provides a composition useful for hair removal.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic composition for treating keratin substances, in particular the hair, comprising at least one fixing polymer, at least 5% by weight of a non-volatile aryl silicone and at least one volatile silicone, as well as to a process for treating keratin substances using this composition.

Abstract: A solid hair colorant composition in powder or granular form containing from 1 to 10% by weight of at least one oxidation dye precursor, from 10 to 35% by weight of an oxidizing agent, from 3 to 25% by weight of a substantive plant dye or 25 to 70% by weight of henna neutral, and optionally conventional cosmetic additives.

Abstract: A hair growth phase extender containing, as an effective ingredient, at least one compound selected from the group consisting of unsaturated fatty acid and/or its derivatives, especially an unsaturated fatty acid having the formula:C.sub.n H.sub.m O.sub.2where n is 12 to 28 and m is n+1 to 2n-2; or containing, as an effective ingredient, an extract of a plant belonging to the Coriandrum.

Abstract: A lower alcohol-in-oil type emulsified hair cosmetic which contains one or more types of silicone derivatives, one or more types of specific polyether modified silicone and a lower alcohol. The emulsified hair cosmetic with very good stability by using for the emulsifier a polyether modified silicone without using a surfactant or organic modified clay mineral for the emulsifier.

Abstract: Novel pharmaceutically/cosmetically-active aromatic polyenic compounds have the structural formula (I): and are useful for the treatment of a wide variety of disease states, whether human or veterinary, for example dermatological, rheumatic, respiratory, cardiovascular, bone and ophthalmological disorders, as well as for the treatment of mammalian skin and hair conditions/disorders.