Abstract: An epilatory composition of the adhesive type comprises: a from 50 to 90 percent by weight of a rosinous material or hydrocarbon resin; b. from 0.5 to 20 percent by weight of water, and c. an emulsifier and/or surfactant. The composition is particularly suitable for heating, prior to application to the skin, in a domestic microwave oven.

Abstract: Described is a composition (i) comprising or (ii) essentially consisting of or (iii) consisting of (a) methyl lactate, (b) neomenthol, and (c) menthol, and optionally (d) neoisomenthol and/or (e) isomenthol, wherein said composition has a solidification point below +5° C.

Abstract: A skin care composition comprising about 20% to about 85% by weight water, about 2% to about 40% by weight stearic acid and about 2% to about 40% by weight glycerin, diglycerin, grapeseed oil or a combination thereof is described. The composition is particularly useful as a shaving cream.

Abstract: The invention is a preparation comprising an oil-in-water emulsion containing soap, the emulsion further comprising: (a) 4-12% by weight of at least one fatty acid with 12 to 18 carbon atoms, (b) 3-8% by weight of at least one trialkanolamine, (c) 1-8% by weight of at least one nonionic emulsifier, (d) 0-3% by weight of a fatty alcohol or fatty alcohol mixture, (e) 0.1-6% by weight of one or more emollients, (f) 1-10% by weight propellant with a vapor pressure of 76 to 420 kPa at 20° C., (g) 0-1% by weight of at least one cellulose derivative, and (h) 0.1-4% by weight of at lest one glycerol polyglycol ether isostearate, wherein the oil-in-water emulsion is free from fatty acid diethanolamides, and wherein the preparation is suitable for filling in an aerosol container. The invention also includes a pressurized gas container containing the preparation.

Abstract: A shaving composition is described that combines a shaving gel, foam, or cream, and a liquid hand or bath soap, along with razors having improved cleaning characteristics and designs, along with methods for using such shaving compositions and razors.

Abstract: This invention relates to improved compositions and methods for preventing or inhibiting the development of ingrown hairs or razor bumps in skin subjected to hair removal techniques by applying compositions containing sebum reduction agents; keratolytic agents and anti-inflammatory agents.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the production of marine invertebrate type V telopeptide containing collagen preparations from marine invertebrates, compositions containing preparations, and methods of using these preparations. The collagen preparation includes telopeptide containing and optionally invertebrate atelopeptide containing, type V fibrillar collagen. The present collagen preparations may be employed in a variety of products including for example, cosmetic, pharmacological, dental, and cell culture products.

Abstract: A method of treating a non-human dermatological disorder, wherein the method comprises topically administering to a non-human dermatological disorder a therapeutically effective amount of a topical composition containing: (1) an active component comprising at least one salicylate derivative; and (2) at least one pharmaceutically acceptable solubilizer.

Abstract: This invention relates to cosmetic applications for topical applications to the human skin. In particular, it relates to anhydrous cosmetic and dermatological compositions, with the capacity for self-warming or self-heating upon application. The self-warming or self-heating cosmetic compositions of the present invention comprise: (i) from about 0.1 to about 99% by weight of an anhydrous skin care preparation; and (ii) from about 0.01 to about 99% by weight of a heating agent selected from polyvinyl amine, polyalkyleneamine or polyalkyleneimine.

Abstract: Perfuming or flavoring microcapsules that include a fireproofing agent in addition to a perfuming or flavoring ingredient and a carrier material, so that the microcapsules can reduce the occurrence or an explosion of reduced violence when suspended in hot air during their preparation. Also, methods of making these microcapsules and their use in perfumed, food, beverage or pharmaceutical products.

Abstract: The personal care composition for shaving is a pre-shaving conditioner for the skin and hair. The composition is water-based and includes aloe vera gel, vitamins A and E, an esterquat, preferably dipalmitoylethyldimonium chloride, and a thickener. A fragrance may be added to the composition if desired. The composition is applied to the area of skin that is to be shaven while in the shower. The composition should remain on the skin for at least two minutes and is then washed off. Once the composition is wiped off the skin, the user may shave in their traditional manner using a shaving cream or gel.

Abstract: A new and improved aqueous shaving cream composition and method of using the composition is disclosed. The aqueous composition comprises citric acid, hair keratin amino acids, stearic acids, boric acid, fumaric acid, SD Alcohol 40, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol, calcium chloride, sodium chloride, camphor, hydroxyethylcellulose, calcium hydroxide, ammonium hydroxide, triethanolamine, gelatin, stearamidopropyl dimethylamine, methylchloroisothiazolone, methylisothiazolinone, cyclopentasiloxane, glycerin, dimeticonol, linseed oil, soybean oil, eucalyptus oil, propylene glycol, fragrance, methol, guar gum, DMDM hydantoin, sodium calcium alginate, panthenol, oleyl sarcosine, methylparaben, stearyl octyldimonium methosulfate, behenamidopropyl ethyldimonium ethosulfate, TEA-dodecylbenzenesulfonate, calcium sulfate, and disodium EDTA. The method of using the aqueous composition comprises the steps of getting, moistening, obtaining, placing, rubbing, shaving, and wiping.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition or article containing at least one oxidizing agent and at least one reducing agent, wherein at least one of the at least one reducing agent is a depilatory agent, the equivalent ratio of the at least one oxidizing agent to the at least one reducing agent is less than 1:1, and the article is exothermic when wet with water, and the use thereof to remove hair from the skin.

Abstract: The invention provides a lubricating strip for use in wet shaving systems which strip comprises a biodegradable polymer, preferably a surface-eroding, non bulk-eroding biodegradable polymer.

Abstract: Shaving lotion kits and methods of preparing skin and unwanted hair for shaving prepare skin and unwanted hair for shaving without requiring cleanup. This is critical when water, soap, or towels are unavailable. The user can conveniently shave any area of the body, even when water is not accessible, such as when resting in a hospital bed or while camping. The shaving lotion kit also creates less mess than dispensing shaving cream from a can into the hand. Shaving lotion that is not removed during the shaving process can simply be rubbed into the skin. Unlike shaving creams, the shaving lotion also has vitamins and sunscreen to protect the skin and promote skin health.

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

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the production of marine invertebrate type V telopeptide containing collagen preparations from marine invertebrates, compositions containing preparations, and methods of using these preparations. The collagen preparation includes telopeptide containing and optionally invertebrate atelopeptide containing, type V fibrillar collagen. The present collagen preparations may be employed in a variety of products including for example, cosmetic, pharmacological, dental, and cell culture products.

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: This invention relates to compositions of a shaving soap and an aftershave gel that are used to prevent or reduce the occurrence of folliculitis. The shaving soap and aftershave gel compositions disclosed herein are formulated to specifically remedy the problem of folliculitis. Disclosed herein is also a method of using the shaving soap and aftershave gel in order to prevent folliculitis.

Abstract: A skin preparation solution for application to the surface of the skin prior to shaving or application of topical medications or other topically applied substances, to improve penetration and sustain levels of the treatments within the skin. The solution of the present invention contains (all percentages by volume) between ten and eighty percent, and preferably about 44.5 percent, of 1,2-propylene glycol, between ten and eighty percent, and preferably about 55 percent, of deionized water, between 0.02 and four percent, and preferably 0.2 percent, of imidazolidinyl urea, between 0.02 and four percent, and preferably 0.2 percent, of methylparaben, between 0.01 and two percent, and preferably 0.1 percent, of propylparaben, and optionally, between 0.2 and ten percent, and preferably one percent, of aloe vera, and between 0.2 and ten percent, and preferably one percent, of polysorbate-20.

Abstract: Improved shaving preparations for the prevention and treatment of pseudofolliculitis barbae and ingrown hair containing glucocorticoid and an antibacterial agent. Optionally, the shaving preparation may also include a therapeutic amount of benzoyl peroxide. The present invention also provides a method for preventing and/or treating pseudofolliculitis barbae, wherein the shaving preparations of the present invention are applied to the affected area immediately before shaving, during, after or in between shaves.

Abstract: A shaving liquid in a hair removal device is described. The shaving liquid includes one or more alcohols, one or more emollients, one or more emulsifiers, and/or other additives and active substances.

Abstract: A new moisturizing agent for personal care compositions is provided which is a mono-hydroxy substituted amine salt of a polymer with acid pendant groups. Particularly preferred are dimethylaminoethanol (DMAE) salts of the polymer.

Abstract: Personal care products including cosmetics, grooming products, products useful for skin and hair treatment, and the like are described including polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxanes having between six and eight silicon atoms in their three-dimensional cage-like structure. Methods of using and methods of making personal care products including these materials are also described.

Abstract: Personal care products including cosmetics, grooming products, products useful for skin and hair treatment, and the like are described including extended polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxanes having greater than nine silicon atoms in their three-dimensional cage-like structure. Methods of using and methods of making personal care products including these materials are also described.

Abstract: A shaving composition containing a skin-tightening effective amount of an astringent additive, wherein the shaving composition is applied onto human skin prior to shaving.

Abstract: Unhydrolyzed and hydrolyzed jojoba protein having high simmondsin concentration are provided. These jojoba proteins may be in the form of an aqueous dispersion containing a mixture of amino acids, peptides and/or protein fractions derived from the extraction and hydrolysis of naturally occurring jojoba protein, or dried into a powder.

Abstract: By providing a mixture of surfactants and water, with the water content ranging between bout 40% and 95% by weight based upon the weight of the entire composition, a unique, improved, liquid based foaming soap formulation is realized which is useable for a wide variety of applications, including wet shaving and dry shaving. In the preferred embodiment, the improved liquid based foaming soap formulations incorporate one or more therapeutic active in sufficient quantities to assure its efficacy. As a result, the formulation is useable for a wide variety of medical applications for preventing, treating, or reducing the spread or transmission of bacteria, virus, infections, and the like.

Abstract: Self-heating, post-foaming shave gels and shave gel products are provided. In some implementations, the shave gels include a non-ionic emulsifier system, e.g., including one or more fatty alcohol ethoxylates.

Abstract: Heated, post-foaming shave gels are provided. Post-foaming shave gels that include a non-ionic emulsifier system are also provided. In some implementations, the non-ionic emulsifier system includes one or more fatty alcohol ethoxylates.

Abstract: A post hair removal skin lotion composition for use in reducing inflammation and irritation of skin immediately following hair removal by shaving, waxing, tweezing, electrolysis, or use of depilatory products, and for repairing skin damage resulting from these methods. The composition comprises deionized water, aloe vera gel, soybean oil, alpha lipoic acid, stearic acid, glyceryl monostearate, propylene glycol, lauramide DEA, vitamin E (tocopherol), hydrocortisone acetate, vitamin C (ascorbic acid), carbomer, hydroxymethylcellulose, methylparaben, propylparaben, and polyquaternium-15.

Abstract: Shaving systems are disclosed which comprise a blade member and a skin engaging portion in proximity to the blade member, wherein the skin engaging portion includes a chelating agent capable of reducing the amount of insoluble metal salts in an aqueous liquid containing the insoluble metal salts, e.g., hard water. The chelating agent may be incorporated into a shaving aid strip or into another component of the shaving system, e.g., the leading edge or trailing edge of the shaving head. Alternatively, the chelating agent may be provided as a coating, optionally with water-sensitive polymers, to the skin engaging portion of the shaving system.

Abstract: The present invention provides shaving gel and foam formulations comprising dichlorobenzyl alcohol as an antibacterial agent.

Abstract: A process for decreasing skin irritation caused by shaving involving contacting the skin with a composition containing chitosan.

Abstract: The present invention provides an aftershave composition comprising, by weight, 9% to 94%, preferably 15% to 85%, most preferably 25% to 55%, water, 5% to 90%, preferably 10% to 80%, most preferably 40% to 70%, ethanol, 0.25% to 6%, preferably 1% to 5%, fragrance, 0.25% to 5%, preferably 1% to 4%, surfactant to solubilize or emulsify the fragrance, and 0.05% to 1.5%, preferably 0.1% to 0.6%, phosphatidyl choline. Preferably, the composition will be a clear solution or microemulsion having a clarity better than 100 NTU and a viscosity less than 200 mPas. The foregoing composition provides skin moisturization and reduced irritation without other undesirable aesthetic attributes such as stickiness or oiliness. The present invention also embraces a method of reducing irritation of human skin caused by shaving comprising topically applying to human skin after shaving an aftershave composition as described above.

Abstract: A shaving cream composition and method is provided wherein the cream composition is packaged in an aerosol dispenser and includes a propellant system of dimethyl ether and hydrocarbon, an anionic surfactant, a fatty alcohol and a hydrophobic emollient. Total weight ratio of all hydrophobic emollients to all anionic surfactants ranges from about 50:1 to greater than about 1:1. An improved shaving experience is achieved through use of the dimethyl ether/hydrocarbon propellant, fatty alcohol and high level of hydrophobic emollient.

Abstract: Topical compositions and methods are disclosed for the treatment of pseudofolliculitis barbae and ingrown hair. The compositions comprise acetylsalicylic acid, propylene glycol, glycerine, and isopropyl alcohol. The method involves the step of applying the composition to the beard areas of the face after shaving. The acetylsalicylic acid is dissolved in a solvent mixture comprising propylene glycol, glycerine, and isopropyl alcohol. The acetylsalicylic acid is present in the range of between about 5 percent by weight per unit volume of the solvent mixture up to saturation of the solvent mixture. The solvent mixture comprises propylene glycol in the range of about 5 to 15 percent by volume, glycerine in the range of about 1 to 10 percent by volume, and the balance of the volume made up with isopropyl alcohol alone or a solution comprising at least 50 percent by volume of isopropyl alcohol.

Abstract: A method for producing a shaving lather utilizes a composition produces a lather and carbon dioxide when a liquid is added to the shaving composition.

Abstract: A device and method is disclosed for permanent or semi-permanent removal of hair through the activation of microparticles introduced into hair follicles. Microparticles are incorporated into a composition that is topically applied to the skin. These microparticles containing or consisting of chromophores or chemically activated molecules are of a variety of shapes and sizes. Microparticles are within a size range of 1 micron to 70 microns, and preferably between 10 and 50 microns. Microparticles of this size and variety of shapes enter hair follicles on all areas of the skin without entering other areas of the skin, such as the stratum corneum or sweat gland channels. Treatment of the skin with electromagnetic radiation, ultrasonic radiation or chemical means activates the chromophore or chemically activated compounds, thus destroying the hair follicle without damaging other areas of the skin.

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

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a self-foaming shaving composition in the form of a lotion. The shaving composition comprises water, a water dispersible surface active agent capable of forming a lather, a volatile self-foaming agent, and a water soluble thickening agent wherein the composition is in the form of a self-foaming lotion having an elastic modulus (G′) of about 100 to about 1000 Pascals, preferably about 200 to about 900 Pa, most preferably about 400 to about 800 Pa (measured with a rheometer at frequency 1 Hz, oscillatory stress range 0.01-1.0 Pa, temperature 5° C., Gap 1000 &mgr;m). The present invention is also directed to an improved shaving method in which a shaving composition of the present invention is applied to an area of skin, then said area is shaved, preferably with a wet razor.

Abstract: Disclosed are shaving compositions that contain a polyglyceryl fatty ester surfactant and a fatty alcohol. In particular the shaving composition comprises, in percent by weight, about 65% to about 94% water, about 1% to about 10% of a C12-22 fatty alcohol, about 1% to about 6% of a volatile hydrocarbon propellant, and about 1% to about 10% of a polyglyceryl fatty ester surfactant. Preferably the shaving composition is substantially free of anionic surface active agents such as soap or detergent.

Abstract: Disclosed is a shaving composition in the form of a post-foaming gel that contains a polyglyceryl fatty ester surfactant. In particular the shaving composition comprises, in percent by weight, about 60% to about 93%, preferably about 70% to about 85%, water, about 2% to about 25%, preferably about 5% to about 20%, water dispersible (or soluble) surface active agent capable of forming a lather, about 1% to about 6%, preferably about 2% to about 5%, volatile post-foaming agent, and about 0.5% to about 5%, preferably about 1% to about 3%, polyglyceryl fatty ester surfactant.

Abstract: A foaming cosmetic product is provided packaged in a non-aerosol mechanical dispenser. The dispenser includes a container for holding a liquid composition, a dispensing head with a housing enclosing a pump mechanism and a screen material in the flow path to convert liquid composition into a foam, and a diptube for delivering liquid from the container to the dispensing head. The cosmetic composition is an opaque creamy, relatively non-viscous fluid, the creamy appearance imparted by a latex with suspended polymer particles compatible with the foaming mechanism.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a non-aerosol shaving composition in the form of a gel, preferably a clear gel. The non-aerosol shaving gel comprises water, an alkanolamine soap, preferably a triethanolamine soap, and a solubilizing agent for the soap, wherein the soap is completely dissolved in the water and the amount of soap and solubilizing agent is sufficient to provide the soap in the hexagonal liquid crystal phase in the composition. The present invention is also directed to an improved shaving method in which a shaving composition of the present invention is applied to an area of skin, then said area is shaved, preferably with a wet razor.

Abstract: A transparent shaving gel is disclosed comprising of in percent by weight with the balance being water, about 20% of a humectant(s) such as Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, and/or Glycereth-26. About 5% of a lubricant(s)/skin conditioners(s) such as Aloe Vera gel, vitamin “E” oil and/or PEG 600. About 0.8% of a gellant such as carbomers (such as Carbopol 940 available from BF Goodrich), hydroethylcellulose, or hydropropylcellulose. About 0.8% of a neutralizer such as Triethanolamine (TEA), Sodium hydroxide, or Potassium hydroxide, and about 0.5% of a preservative(s) such as Methylparaben, Propylparaben, and/or DMDM Hydantoin (such as Glydant available from Lonza).

Abstract: A soap-free shaving and moisturizing composition which maintains superior performance attributes while avoiding the harshness and drying associated with soap-based shave preparations is described. The shaving and moisturizing composition preferably comprises deionized water, a humectant, a water-based silicone lubricant, and sodium hyaluronate. The composition can also contain a conditioner, preservatives, allantoin, and various heavy alkaloid extracts. The present invention is a single shaving composition that performs as a shave cream, an after shave, and a moisturizer. Applying the composition does not require the application of water on the shave area or that water be added to the shaving composition, however water can be applied if desired. In addition, use of the shaving composition does not require a hydration wait time between applying the composition and shaving.

Abstract: The use of granulates based on pyrogenically-produced silicon dioxide in cosmetic compositions, the cosmetic compositions themselves, and an adsorbate of the granulate and at least one other substance, selected from cosmetic active ingredients and auxiliary substances, and the production of such adsorbates, are disclosed.

Abstract: A shaving preparation that undergoes a change discernible to the user when the hair to be shaved has had time to absorb water and soften, when the shaving preparation has been sufficiently hydrated, after a period of time in which proper hair hydration would normally be expected to have been achieved, or any combinations thereof. Shaving preparations of this type advantageously alert the user when at least one desired shaving condition exists.

Abstract: A razor head is provided with an anti-friction element firmly secured to the razor head. The anti-friction element is formed of a sole and an upper layer. At least the upper layer contains a water-soluble polymer. The upper layer is secured to the sole such as by bonding, molding, coextrusion, overmolding, or twin-shot injection molding. The sole then is secured to the razor head by welding.