Abstract: Novel pharmaceutically/cosmetically-active biaromatic amido compounds have the structural formula (I): ##STR1## in which Ar is a radical selected from among those of the following formulae (a)-(e): ##STR2## and are useful for the treatment of a wide variety of disease states, whether human or veterinary, for example dermatological, rheumatic, respiratory, cardiovascular and ophthalmological disorders, as well as for the treatment of mammalian skin and hair conditions/disorders.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition for the first step of an operation for the permanent deformation of hair, the composition containing an N-mercaptoalkylalkanediamide or one of its cosmetically acceptable salts as a reducing agent, including new N-mercaptoalkylalkanediamide disulphides and new N-mercaptoalkylalkanediamides, and its use in a process for the permanent deformation of hair.

Abstract: Disclosed are aqueous conditioning shampoo compositions comprising an anionic detersive surfactant component; an organic, cationic, hair conditioning polymer, and from about 0.01% to about 1.0% by weight of a water insoluble, synthetic ester having a viscosity of from about 1 to about 300 centipoise, and which conforms to either of the following formuls ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 is an alkyl, alkenyl, hydroxyalkyl or hydroxyalkenyl group, having from 7 to 9 carbon atoms; n is a positive integer having a value of from 2 to 4; R.sup.2 is an alkyl, alkenyl, hydroxyalkyl or hydroxyalkenyl group, having from 8 to 10 carbon atoms; and Y is an alkyl, alkenyl, hydroxy or carboxy substituted alkyl or alkenyl, having from about 2 to about 20 carbon atoms; and an organic, water insoluble, conditioning oil having a viscosity of from about 1 to about 300 centipoise, selected from the group consisting of hydrocarbon oils, fatty esters other than the above synthetic esters, and combinations thereof.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic composition containing, in a cosmetically acceptable aqueous medium, at least one non-ionic surfactant of the alkylpolyglycoside family and/or a polyglycerol non-ionic surfactant, and at least one sequenced polydimethylsiloxane/polyoxyalkylene copolymer, as well as a process of cosmetic treatment consisting in applying a cosmetically effective quantity of this composition to keratinic materials.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to conditioning shampoo compositions which comprise (A) from about 5% to about 50% by weight of an anionic surfactant component selected from the group consisting of anionic surfactants, zwitterionic or amphoteric surfactants having an attached group that is anionic at the pH of the composition, and combinations thereof; (B) from about 0.05% to about 3% by weight of an organic, cationic, hair conditioning polymer; (C) from about 0.01% to about 1.0% by weight of a water insoluble, synthetic ester having a viscosity of from about 1 to about 300 centipoise, and which conforms to either of the following formulas ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 is an alkyl, alkenyl, hydroxyalkyl or hydroxyalkenyl group, having from 7 to 9 carbon atoms; n is a positive integer having a value of from 2 to 4; R.sup.

Abstract: A hair growth promoter capable of acting as a cosmetic, reducing alopecia, eliminating alopecia, increasing hair growth or any combination thereof is disclosed. The hair growth promoter comprises a colloidal silver, copper and gold complex in a cosmetically acceptable carrier, formed from silver, copper and gold colloids made electrically. The promoter is applied to a treatment area in an amount sufficient to wet the scalp at least one time a week.

Abstract: A keratin hydrogel which can be used as a wound dressing and cell scaffolding. The keratin hydrogel is formed from clean, washed hair by partially oxidizing a significant percentage of disulfide linkages to form cysteic acid groups, while some disulfide linkages remain intact. The partially oxidized hair is treated with a reducing agent, thereby reducing most of the remaining disulfide linkages to cysteine-thioglycollate disulfide and cysteine groups. A soluble fraction of hair is collected and oxidized, such that the reduced sulfur groups are allowed to reform disulfide linkages, thereby binding the keratin together. The cysteic acid groups remain, providing hydrophilic sites within the hydrogel. A higher degree of partial oxidation results in a greater abundance of hydrophilic cysteic acid groups in the hydrogel.

Abstract: Compositions suitable for cosmetic and/or dermatological use which contain a cosmetic and/or dermatological active agent, at least 20% of a fatty phase, a fatty acid ester of a C.sub.5 -C.sub.7 carbohydrate and polyol.

Abstract: The invention provides high purity branched alkylsilsesquioxane containing fluids of the general formula Me.sub.3 SiO--(Me.sub.3 SiORSiO).sub.x --SiMe.sub.3, wherein Me is methyl, R is a monovalent hydrocarbon substituent, and x is 1 to 6, and an essentially zero waste process for their synthesis in quantitative yield; and especially n-octylsilsesquioxane containing fluids which are structural analogs of phenylsilsesquioxane containing fluids of the general formula Me.sub.3 SiO--(Me.sub.3 SiOPhSiO).sub.x --SiMe.sub.3, wherein Me is methyl, Ph is phenyl, x is 1 to 6, and have substantially identical sensory properties to their phenylsilsesquioxane counterparts.

Abstract: Disclosed are .alpha.-amides of L-amino acids that produce fragrance or attenuate or mask malodor. In particular, glutamine and asparagine amides can be used in the invention. Such .alpha.-amides of L-amino acids are useful for generating pleasant fragrances or attenuating or masking malodor upon cleavage of the .alpha.-amides of L-amino acids by bacteria in axillae. The .alpha.-amides of L-amino acids can be incorporated into skin treatment compositions and personal care products, such as deodorants, body sprays and antiperspirants, and used in methods for producing fragrance or attenuating or masking malodor.

Abstract: A composition, particularly a lipstick composition or a composition to be applied to the lips, comprising at least one aromatic ester and at least one polymer comprising a --?C(CH.sub.3).sub.2 --CH.sub.2 !-- unit, wherein said composition obtains a glossy film and can also be used in other compositions to obtain a glossy film.

Abstract: Described are the use of compounds of Formula (I), depicted below, as active principals for treating skin conditions; compositions containing these compounds; and methods of treating skin conditions using these compounds and compositions. ##STR1## wherein R.sub.4 is (CR.sub.5 R.sub.6 --CR.sub.7 R.sub.8 --X.sub.1).sub.n --CR.sub.9 R.sub.10 --C(.dbd.X.sub.2)X.sub.3 R.sub.11, n is an integer from 1 to 18; R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3, R.sub.5, R.sub.6, R.sub.7, R.sub.8, R.sub.9, R.sub.10 and R.sub.11, are independently, hydrogen or non-hydrogen substituents; and X, X.sub.1, X.sub.2, X.sub.3, Y and Z are independently, O, NH, or S.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition consisting essentially of (i) a fatty phase, (ii) at least one fatty acid ester of a C.sub.5 -C.sub.7 carbohydrate, and (iii) at least one polyol.

Abstract: A surfactant free skin conditioning composition comprising a primary emollient of a gelled mineral oil, and emulsion stabilizer including at least one of a high molecular weight homopolymer of polyacrylic acid or a copolymer having a major proportion of a monoolefinically unsaturated carboxylic monomer or its anhydride, of 3 to 6 carbon atoms, and a minor proportion of a long chain acrylate or methacrylate ester monomer, gives superior deposition of skin conditioning emollients when applied to human skin, and rinsed off.

Abstract: A thickener for products for topical application such as personal care products for application to the skin or hair, or topically administrable pharmaceutical preparations, comprises a water-in-oil emulsion containing polymeric material, at least 98% of which polymeric material is soluble in the aqueous phase. The polymeric material comprises units derived from (a) acrylamide, (b) 2-acrylamido-2-methylpropane-sulphonic acid (AMPS) and (c) a polyfunctional monomer, present in an amount of from 0.12 to 2 milliequivalents per mol of total monomer units. At least some of the AMPS units are in the form of a neutral salt such that the aqueous phase of the water in oil emulsion has a pH of at least 5.5.

Abstract: The loss of body/cranial hair is promoted and/or its growth is slowed/prevented by topically and/or systemically administering to an individual in need of such treatment respectively effective amounts at least one lipoxygenase inhibitor and at least one cyclooxygenase inhibitor, or alternatively, an effective amount of an active agent that is both a lipoxygenase inhibitor and a cyclooxygenase inhibitor.

Abstract: Low molecular weight cellulose ethers which are suitable as a coating material for solid metered units and as an additive in ceramic compositions or cosmetics formulations or as a polymerization auxiliary are obtained by irradiation of a mixture of a higher molecular weight cellulose ether and a base with electrons.

Abstract: Cosmetic, hygienic or dermopharmaceutical composition characterized in that it comprises, in combination, at least one superoxide-dismutase and at least one melanin pigment. In such a composition the melanin pigment reinforces synergistically the action of the SOD against free radicals. Application especially to combating cell aging and to the protection of the skin, of the hair and of the mucosa against the harmful and unaesthetic effects caused by free radicals.

Abstract: Dermatological/cosmetic compositions for reducing or decelerating human hair loss comprise an effective hair loss-reducing amount of combinatory immixture of (a) at least one antifungal agent and (b) at least one halogenated antibacterial agent other than a macrolide or pyranoside, characteristically formulated in a topically physiologically acceptable medium therefor.

Abstract: Dermatological compositions described herein using from about 21 to about 40 wt-% urea with skin protectants of an oleaginous nature for treating a variety of dermatological conditions manifested by dry skin. The composition does not require use of traditional preservatives.

Abstract: A composition comprising a 2-acetaminoalkane-1,3-diol or its optical isomer having the formula: ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 represents a linear alkyl group having 9 to 17 carbon atoms; a 2-acylaminoalkane-1,3-diol or its optical isomer having the formula: ##STR2## wherein R.sub.1 has the same meaning as given above for formula (I) and R.sub.2 represents a substituted or unsubstituted linear acyl group having 14 to 24 carbon atoms; and a compound having a sterol group. This composition forms a lamellar liquid crystal phase and can retain moisture when applied to the skin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to personal care compositions comprising a copolymer complex and a volatile, hydrophobic solvent component for solubilizing or dispersing the copolymer complex. The copolymer complex is formed by complexing a fatty amine with a copolymer, wherein the copolymer comprises a hydrophobic monomer, a hydrophilic monomer such that at least 1%, by weight of the total copolymer, comprises hydrophilic monomers bearing acidic functional groups and, optionally, a hydrophobic macromonomer.

Abstract: The invention provides methods to deliver macromolecules to hair follicles selectively using formulations of these macromolecules in liposomal separations.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition for the skin, including the scalp, comprising (a) at least one specific ester which is a monoester of a C.sub.4 -C.sub.10 aliphatic acid and a C.sub.16 -C.sub.18 aliphatic alcohol, and (b) hollow particles exhibiting a mean particle size ranging from 1 .mu.m to 300 .mu.m. This composition can be used as face cleanser, deodorant, and, in particular, as a shaving product.

Abstract: A rinse-off hair treatment composition for improved delivery of amino-acid to the hair and/or scalp comprising:(a) a particulate metal-amino acid complex;(b) at least one surfactant; and(c) a deposition aid.

Abstract: Cosmetic and/or dermatological compositions containing a non-photocatalytic metal oxide and tocopherol and, optionally, a metal-inactivating complexing agent are effective for inhibiting the light-induced peroxidation of lipids, and in particular lipids of sebaceous origin such as squalene.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic and/or dermatological composition containing at least one protein selected from proteins of plant origin and animal origin, wherein the protein may or may not be hydrolysed, and at least one crosslinked poly(2-acrylamido-2-methylpropanesulphonic acid) polymer neutralized to at least 90%, and to its uses. The composition comprises, distributed randomly,a) from 90 to 99.9% by weight of units of formula (1): ##STR1## in which X.sup.+ denotes a cation or a mixture of cations, it being possible for at most 10 mol % of the cations X.sup.+ to be protons H.sup.+ ; andb) from 0.01 to 10% by weight of crosslinking units resulting from at least one monomer having at least two olefinic double bonds, the proportions by weight being defined with respect to the total weight of the polymer.

Abstract: The present invention provides a pesticidal composition with an extraordinarily lethal effectiveness that can also be used to remove and repel parasites, such as lice. The pesticidal composition preferably contains a cleansing agent and a pesticidal agent such as citronellal, citronellol, citronellyl or a mixture thereof. The composition more preferably utilizes citronellyl acetate as the pesticidal agent. The compositions can be administered topically to humans, animals or any infested areas.

Abstract: A treatment mechanism for keratin, including hair and epidermis, in which a chemical is applied in a substantially dry state. The chemical is adapted to release sulfur from said keratin, thereby softening it. The keratin is then rinsed with water, preparing the keratin to be exfoliated from the skin or, in the case of hair, cut or shaved. The preferred chemical is a salt of fluoric acid being either tin or sodium based.

Abstract: A strengthening agent for living creatures for the care of the skin and horny structures, in particular nails, hooves and claws, and for the stimulating and/or revitalizing of the growth of epidermal structures, in particular hair, this agent containing the alkaloid trigonelline or trigonellic acid, being obtained preferably from an extract of the seeds of a plant from the genus trigonella, in particular fenugreek (Trigonella foenum graecum), and being taken orally, characterized by the fact that the agent contains biotin, preferably 5 mg to 10 mg.

Abstract: Liquid vanillin compositions, well suited as flavoring/perfuming agents for a wide variety of applications, for example in human and animal foodstuffs, cosmetics and perfumes, comprise (a) vanillin, (b) ethylvanillin and (c) an aqueous and/or organic solvent therefor.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic or dermatological composition containing at least one active principle precursor capable of releasing an active principle by enzymatic reaction on contact with the Stratum corneum and at least one crosslinked poly(2-acrylamido-2-methylpropanesulphonic acid) polymer neutralized to at least 90% and to its uses. It generally contains, distributed randomly: (a) from 90 to 99.9% by weight of units of formula (1): ##STR1## in which X.sup.+ denotes a cation or a mixture of cations, it being possible for at most 10 mol % of the cations X.sup.+ to be protons H.sup.+ ; and (b) from 0.01 to 10% by weight of crosslinking units resulting from at least one monomer having at least two olefinic double bonds, the proportions by weight being defined with respect to the total weight of the polymer.

Abstract: The invention concerns a procedure for testing a potentially-active substance used in the hair-care field, this procedure being characterized by the fact that a fragment of at least one hair follicle without dermal papilla is isolated, this fragment being taken from beneath the point of attachment of the sebaceous gland and excluding the portion of the hair shaft located above the point of attachment of the sebaceous gland; that this fragment is incubated in a suitable culture medium for a sufficient period; that this fragment is placed in contact with a potentially-active hair-care substance; that a marker of the activity of said tested substance is quantitatively determined; and that the results of this determination are assessed as they compare to a control.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel composition based on hydrated lipidic lamellar phase or on liposomes and to a cosmetic or pharmaceutical, particularly dermatological composition incorporating it. The hydrated lipidic lamellar phases or the liposomes contain at least in part a derivative of labdane, or a plant extract containing it. The invention reduces hair loss and promotes hair growth.

Abstract: A hair conditioning shampoo composition containing: (a) a quaternary ammonium component; (b) an emulsifier component; (c) an amphoteric surfactant component; (d) an alkyl polyglycoside of formula I:R.sub.1 O(R.sub.2 O).sub.b (Z).sub.a Iwherein R.sub.1 is a monovalent organic radical having from about 6 to about 30 carbon atoms; R.sub.2 is a divalent alkylene radical having from 2 to 4 carbon atoms; Z is a saccharide residue having 5 or 6 carbon atoms; b is a number having a value from 0 to about 12; a is a number having a value from 1 to about 6; (e) an emollient component; (f) water; (g) an anionic surfactant component; (h) an amide component; and (i) an electrolyte component.

Abstract: The invention relates to opacifiers containing waxes and a mixture of two emulsifiers with different HLB values. The low-viscosity opacifier concentrates are based on waxes with a solids content of 40 to 60% by weight which are characterized that they contain at least one hydrophilic nonionic surfactant with an HLB value above 10 and at least one hydrophobic nonionic surfactant with ab HLB value below 10 as emulsifiers.

Abstract: Composition suitable for combatting fungi characterized in that it comprises at least one fungi cell wall lytic enzyme and a natural microbial cell membrane affecting substance in an effective concentration. Preferably the composition is a food product.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition for topical use comprising a hydroxycarboxylic acid and oat extract. The present invention also relates to a method of enhancing the rate of skin desquamation by incorporating oat extract into a composition containing hydroxycarboxylic acid. The composition can be topically applied.

Abstract: A fibrous material including a fibrous material, urea peroxide absorbed on the fibrous material, and a bicarbonate anion containing substance absorbed on the fibrous material.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a perfumery material composed of a mixture of 3-methyl-5-phenyl-pentanenitrile and 3-methyl-5-cyclohexyl-pentanenitrile, which can be combined with other perfumery materials.

Abstract: The wax combination for the cosmetic compositions contains from 2 to 70 percent by weight of apple wax; from 5 to 70 percent by weight of orange wax and/or citric wax; and from 10 to 70 percent by weight of jojoba oil. The cosmetic compositions advantageously contain a portion of the wax combination in free form or an effective ingredient complex consisting of capsules, each containing some of the wax combination.

Abstract: A method for providing pain relief includes topically applying to skin tissue an effective amount of higher homologs of isoparaffins, ranging from about C.sub.12 to C.sub.18. Compositions of the present invention include, with the isoparaffins in a mixture, at least one from the group consisting of salicylate, capsaicin, camphor, and menthol. Other constituents may be added for form creams or lotions.

Abstract: A composition and method thereof treating or conditioning human skin, hair or nails is described. The composition is topically applied in an effective amount and contains from about 0.0001 to about 50 wt. % of a ceramide derivative containing sphingoid bases having amide, but not ester linkages to a 2 (alpha)-hydroxy carboxylic acid and a safe and effective amount of a pharmaceutical or cosmetically acceptable carrier. The composition effectively treats or conditions areas of fine flakes having histogram values of 10 to 128. Treated areas exhibit a desquamation value difference of 1.0 or greater at day 28 after treatment commences compared to a desquamation value of untreated areas.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition having waterproof, long wear and transfer resistance properties based on a water-in-oil emulsion.

Abstract: Pyrrolidonyl-containing polyesters and polyamides I to III ##STR1## where R, X, A and Z are defined herein, are suitable as film formers and conditioners in hair-cosmetic formulations, for stabilizing hydrogen-peroxide in aqueous solution, for complexing iodine, as tablet binders and as a constituent of film coatings in pharmaceutical preparations, for enzyme and bleach stabilization in detergent formulations, as an auxiliary in the production and finishing of textiles, as a solubilizer and protective colloid in the preparation and stabilization of polymer dispersions, and as an adhesive raw material.

Abstract: Self cleaning mixtures that use photoactive agents with varying oxides, along with mixing the photoactive agents with carbon, noble metals and cobalt phosphide that inhibit the growth of algae are disclosed. The agents include concentrations of approximately at least 5% to approximately 50% TiO.sub.n1, WO.sub.n2, X-WO.sub.n2, or X-TiO.sub.n1, where 1.8.ltoreq.n1.ltoreq.2, and where 2.2.ltoreq.n2.ltoreq.3, and where X can be one of carbon, a noble metal, and cobalt phosphide. 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 and agents 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.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition having waterproof, long wear and transfer resistance properties based on a water-in-oil emulsion.

Abstract: The present invention relates to flavanonol derivatives represented by formula (1): ##STR1## (wherein R.sup.1 represents an alkyl group, and each of R.sup.2 and R.sup.3 represents a hydrogen atom, an alkyl group which may have a substituent, an alkoxyl group which may have a substituent, a hydroxyl group, a cyano group, or a halogen atom), as well as to hair-nourishing and hair-growing compositions containing the derivatives. The compounds accelerate differentiation and proliferation of hair matrix cells, thereby exhibiting remarkable hair-nourishing and hair-growing effects.

Abstract: Disclosed is a composition comprising a substance encapsulated within a water-sensitive matrix so as to be releasable upon contact with water or aqueous solutions, mixed with particles of inorganic carrier material carrying a poorly water-soluble oil, such that the composition is stable at high relative humidity. Also disclosed are consumer products comprising said compositions and methods for making said compositions.

Abstract: A composition in smooth paste form which is particularly homogeneous although it comprises, on the one hand, at least one lipophilic component such as fatty substances and, on the other hand, at least one hydrophilic component such as polyhydric alcohols and/or an aqueous phase, and the process for preparing such a composition.