Abstract: The present invention is for an alcoholic moisturizing after shave lotion having reduced stinging and burning upon application. Said lotion contains a combination of an anti-inflamatory agent and a moisturizing emollient within specified ratios to one another for elimination of stinging and burning when applying said lotion to the skin.

Abstract: The invention pertains to a cosmetic composition intended for shaving of the skin in aerosol or post-foaming gel form comprising water, soap, an inert volatile liquid agent, optionally a gelling agent, and a polyorganosiloxane micro-emulsion having an average particle size of less than 0.14 microns.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the utilization of algae extracts obtained by extraction in liquid phase, or of at least one active substance isolated from such an extract or obtained by chemical synthesis, selected in particular among the fucols, polyfucols, diphloretols, polyphloretols, bifuhalols, polyfuhalols, phloretols, for the preparation of pharmaceutical, cosmetic, food or agricultural compositions with an anti-radical activity, particularly towards the superoxide radical. The algae used are brown, green or red macroscopic algae and in particular Fucus vesiculosus.

Abstract: A personal care formulation which contains, as an anti-microbial agent, a compound containing the structure --C(S)--N(OR)-- or a salt or complex thereof, for example a 2:1 complex or salt of 3-hydroxy-4-methylthiazol-2(3H)thione and zinc. The personal care formulation may be an oil-in-water or water-in-oil emulsion such as hand lotions and emollient creams, or may be shampoos and the like. The anti-microbial agent has good activity against micro-organisms together with a low toxicity.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a soap-free self-foaming shave gel composition which maintains superior performance attributes while avoiding the harshness and drying associated with soap-based shave preparations. The shave gel composition of the present invention comprises water, a water-soluble sarcosinate salt, a volatile self-foaming agent, and a non-volatile paraffinic hydrocarbon fluid.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of improving shaving comfort by softening the hair to be shaved so as to reduce the cutting force required to cut it. The novel method comprises carrying out the following sequential steps:(a) contacting an area of hair to be shaved with a reducing agent that breaks disulfide linkages in hair;(b) contacting the area of hair treated in step (a) with a humectant and allowing it to dry or partially dry;(c) contacting the area treated in step (b) with water to hydrate the hair; and(d) shaving the hydrated hair of step (c).

Abstract: A sprayable cosmetic product is provided that includes a clear bottle capable of withstanding at least 10 psig fitted with a spray nozzle, and a clear, single-phase cosmetic composition. The cosmetic composition will contain a hydrocarbon propellant and a concentrate which may contain .alpha.-olefin sulphonate salts, alkyl polyglucosides and betaines as well as mixtures thereof. Upon activation of the spray nozzle, a thick, creamy mousse is expressed. The cosmetic compositions preferably will have a pH ranging from about 3.0 to 6.5. Best aesthetic appeal is achieved with a red dye which has been stabilized with a UV absorbing agent.

Abstract: A preparation for and method of treating PFB. The preparation is a topical solution comprising a mixture of alophatic alcohol, liquid aloe, liquid camphor, and the soluble materials of the fresh fig leaves of Ficus Carica.

Abstract: A cosmetic microemulsion composition is provided including a fragrance and a vehicle system noninterfering with the fragrance scent and including water, isoeicosane and a C.sub.8 -C.sub.40 fatty glyceride ester alkoxylated with from 1 to 100 moles C.sub.2 -C.sub.3 alkylene oxide per mole of glyceride. These microemulsions are best utilized as aftershave balm with a fragrance identical if not at least quite similar to a signature perfume.

Abstract: A shaving preparation in the form of a lotion having a neutral pH and adapted for shaving with cold water (fresh or salt) as well as without water.

Abstract: A skin cleanser and conditioner composition and particularly a facial rinse that removes soap and surfactant residue from the skin and thereby prevents irritation caused by the deposition of soaps and surfactants thereon, consisting of low levels of a nonionic surfactant, low levels of an organic acid such as citric acid/sodium citrate, and a major amount of water, which composition may be in the form of a liquid or gel.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic composition containing in a cosmetically acceptable medium at least one nonionic surface-active agent of the family of alkyl polyglycosides and/or a polyglycerolated nonionic surface-active agent and at least one polyetherurethane, as well as a process for cosmetic treatment consisting in applying to the skin or the hair a cosmetically effective amount of this composition.

Abstract: Mammalian hair growth is reduced by applying to the skin a composition including an inhibitor of ornithine aminotransferase.

Abstract: Mammalian hair growth is reduced by applying to the skin an inhibitor of nitric oxide synthetase.

Abstract: The present invention relates to coolant compositions comprising a ketal and a secondary coolant which may be menthol, carboxamides or mixtures thereof.

Abstract: The present invention provides post-foaming shave gels having improved clarity and gel tine strength by the addition of effective amounts of benzyl alcohol, or a mixture of benzyl alcohol and lauryl alcohol to the compositions at a pH of at least 8. These post-foaming gels maintain their strength and clarity for at least 180 days. The present invention also provides shaving foam compositions which may be produced from high performance post-foaming shaving gel by the addition of from about 1.0% to about 15% by weight of benzyl alcohol to the compositions without significantly altering the propellant system or otherwise changing the formulation or aerosol gel can type. Traditional shave foam cans with dip tubes can also be used for the foam product. These shaving compositions may be produced and packaged by current commercial methods.

Abstract: The present invention are anhydrous after shave lotions comprising a perfume, an alcohol, and a low viscosity silicone fluid. Said compositions have less stinging and burning than compositions known in the art. Furthermore, said compositions are economical and have good skin feel characteristics.

Abstract: A sprayable cosmetic product is provided that includes a clear bottle capable of withstanding at least 10 psig fitted with a spray nozzle, and a clear, single-phase cosmetic composition. The cosmetic composition will contain a hydrocarbon propellant and a concentrate which may contain .alpha.-olefin sulphonate salts, alkyl polyglucosides and betaines as well as mixtures thereof. Upon activation of the spray nozzle, a thick, creamy mousse is expressed. The cosmetic compositions preferably will have a pH ranging from about 3.0 to 6.5. Best aesthetic appeal is achieved with a red dye which has been stabilized with a UV absorbing agent.

Abstract: Cosmetic and pharmaceutical compositions containing effective amounts of substantially intact extensin proteins and the related methods.

Abstract: A topical agent and method for the treatment and prevention of pseudofolliculitis barbae, related secondary bacterial infections and other skin conditions associated with shaving result from a combination of three ingredients, namely benzoyl peroxide, camphor oil and aloe vera present in 15:4:1 parts by volume of the composition, respectively.

Abstract: Solid shaving compositions comprising a soap base, a humectant (such as glycerin), water, a high molecular weight polyethylene oxide, and a suitable preservative or antioxidant. In preferred formulations, at least one anticorrosion agent is included as part of the composition. If desired, at least one silicone fluid additive, emulsifying agents, fragrances and/or colorants suitable for use in cosmetics or toiletries may also be added. The novel compositions are solids which may be produced in stick form and applied directly to the skin. The solid shaving compositions of the invention provide a desirable balance of properties, making them ideal for use as shaving aids.

Abstract: Paste A comprising a polysulfide polymer having a specific average molecular weight and specific amounts of liquid and filler components is mixed with Paste B comprising specific amounts of an oxide or peroxide of metal, a vulcanization accelerator, a filler and a liquid component for setting at room temperature at which a depilatory composition is used. This composition causes no pain to those who use it, and is easy to use as well.

Abstract: These improved compositions include a polymethylalkylsiloxane hair conditioning These improved compositions include a polymethyMcarrier medium such as a hair shampoo, hair conditioner or aerosol spray composition. The polymethylalkylsiloxane is from 0.1% to about 10% by weight of the total composition and is of the general formula: R.sub.2 (CH.sub.3)Si(OSi(CH.sub.3).sub.2).sub.x (OSiR'CH.sub.3).sub.y OSi(CH.sub.3)R.sub.2, wherein each R is selected from the group consisting or methyl, ethyl and phenyl groups, R' is an alkyl group of from 8 to about 60 carbon atoms where the total number or R' groups present has an average of at least 12 carbon atoms, the values of x and y are such that the ratio of x:y is in the range of from 97:3 to 55:45, the sum of x+y is greater than or equal to about 60 and less than or equal to about 1,333 and the polymethylalkylsiloxane has a melting transition, as measured by a differential scanning calorimeter, between about -25.degree. C. to +27.degree. C.

Abstract: Disclosed is a hydrating, lubricating, and moisturizing shaving solution which comprises from about fifty percent by volume to about eighty percent by volume, and preferably about sixty percent by volume, of 1,2-propylene glycol in aqueous solution. The shaving solution of the present invention is applied to the area to be shaved prior to shaving, and is adapted to substitute for conventional shaving soaps or foams or more time-consuming prior art shaving preparations and techniques.

Abstract: A composition suitable for topical application to mammalian skin for reducing, retarding or eliminating hair growth is provided, which comprises:i) an effective amount of an inhibitor of glutamine metabolism in mammalian skin or hair; andii) a cosmetically acceptable vehicle for the inhibitor.

Abstract: Described is a fragrancing composition having fragrancing components that are not activated until, e.g., application to the skin of a human. The composition is alkaline or (if anhydrous) capable of producing an alkaline pH when in contact with water, prior to application, and includes (1) a vehicle for application of the composition, and (2) at least one potential fragrance that is at least one compound having little or no odor in the alkaline composition but which, e.g., is hydrolyzed in a lower pH environment to produce compounds having a relatively strong aroma. Upon application of the alkaline composition to the skin surface, the strong buffering capacity of the skin (the surface of which has a normal pH of 5.5-7.0) neutralizes alkalinity of the composition (lowers pH) so as to restore normal skin surface pH; the potential fragrance is then hydrolyzed at the lower pH to release the compound having relatively strong aroma.

Abstract: An aqueous cosmetic or dermatological dispersion for treatment of hair or skin contains the following in an aqueous medium:a) at least one sugar or (C.sub.1 -C.sub.4)alkylsugar, C.sub.4 -C.sub.22 fatty acid mono and/or diester which may be oxyethylenated if necessary; andb) at least one reticulated copolymer of acrylamide and a monomer selected from:(i) ammonium acrylate;(ii) partially or completely neutralized 2-acrylamido 2-methylpropane sulfonic acid;(iii) methacryloyl oxyethyl trimethylammonium chloride.

Abstract: A shaving aid for use with a wet razor comprising a water insoluble polymeric material including at least two different polymers, and a water soluble active ingredient, such as polyethylene oxide. One embodiment of the present invention comprises a flexible, polypropylene razor head, having a shaving aid bonded directly thereto. The shaving aid comprises a water soluble polyethylene oxide and water-insoluble polystyrene and polypropylene. Other additives such as pigments and skin-treating additives are also disclosed. Another embodiment of the present invention comprises the shaving aid molded onto a flexible blade support which is preferably formed of polypropylene.

Abstract: Methods and composition of an improved water based human tissue lubricant are disclosed. The lubricant includes an aqueous solution of high molecular weight polyethyl oxide, a humectant polyol, a sterilizing agent and may include an anti-sticking agent to prevent tackiness on drying. The formulation is ideally suited for use as a vaginal lubricant, as a shaving lubricant and dermatological emollient and as a contact medium for an ultrasonic transducer.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a non-aerosol shaving composition in the form of a clear gel comprising in percent by weight, with the balance being water,(a) about 15 to 20% of a mixture of potassium myristate and potassium palmitate wherein the myristic acid to palmitic acid ratio is about 2 to 1;(b) about 2 to 4% Oleth-20;(c) about 1 to 5% sodium lauroyl sarcosinate; and(d) about 1 to 2% hydroxyethylcellulose, about 1 to 3% sorbitol, and about 1 to 2% PEG-150 distearate. This composition provides superior shaving attributes compared to other non-aerosol shaving products.

Abstract: Terpolymers with more than one constituent cationic monomer, further copolymerized with acrylamide, are conditioning additives for hair, skin and nail care products which, with regard to hair, improve wet and dry hair combability, especially detangling and reduced static flyaway, sheen, and fixative properties, especially curl retention, and with regard to skin and nails, improve softening or lubricating (lubricity), moisture retention and attraction (moisturizing), feel, and reduction of irritation. The dual cationic polymers may have a weight average molecular weight of from about 10 thousand to 10 million, and comprise (a) from at least 30 to as much as 75 weight percent of acrylamide (AM), (b) from at least 25 to as much as 80 weight percent of the cationic monomer dimethyldiallylammonium chloride (DMDAAC), and (c) from at least 5 to as much as 35 weight percent of a second cationic monomer of the formula: ##STR1## where Y is --O--A-- or --NH--A--, where A is ethyl or propyl; R.sup.1 is H or CH.sub.3 ; R.

Abstract: A delayed-gelling, post-foaming gel composition which is dispensed from an aerosol or piston container in the form of a liquid and remains as a liquid for a predetermined period of time before it sets up into a gel.

Abstract: Patients suffering from acne and/or pseudofolliculitis barbae are treated by applying to the skin of the patient an inhibitor of ornithine decarboxylase.

Abstract: An improved self-foaming shaving gel is provided which includes water, a water-soluble soap component, and a self-foaming agent, plus hydrogenated polyisobutene in combination with about 0.0005 to 0.5 weight percent of a fluorosurfactant.

Abstract: A shaving preparation is provided that boils above about 50.degree. C. and that rapidly generates a stable shaving lather when rubbed on the skin. The composition is an aqueous soap (a neutralized fatty acid) solution containing a foam generating ingredient, a non-volatile, water-insoluble organic liquid and free fatty acids. Thus, the fatty acids mixture of this invention consists of both free fatty acids and neutralized fatty acids (soap). An unexpected rise in the boiling point occurs when the total fatty acids present are in an amount greater than 11% by weight and where 50 to 85% by weight of the total fatty acids are neutralized fatty acids.

Abstract: Methods and compositions are provided for the cloning and expression of genes coding for the non-toxic subunit of the heat-labile enterotoxin (LT-B) of E. coli. The LT-B thus produced may be formulated for use as an immunogen in vaccines. Specific antibodies produced by this invention may be used in diagnostic tests for the detection of Vibrio cholerae or LT positive enterotoxigenic E. coli. The antibodies of this invention may further be formulated into passive vaccines for the prophylactic or therapeutic protection of human beings or other mammalian species against diarrheal diseases caused by Vibrio cholerae or by the LT positive enterotoxigenic E. coli or other bacteria.

Abstract: The lubricity of any shaving preparation is enhanced by providing an emollient oil and a thermoplastic polymeric elastomer additive in an amount effective to increase its lubricity. Specific shaving preparations suitable for application to human or animal skin may comprise at least 5% by weight of an emollient oil, and a thermoplastic polymeric elastomer additive in a ratio of emollient oil to additive of between about 5:1 and 20:1, and preferably in a ratio of between about 8:1 and 10:1. Shaving creams generally contain 5-30% of an emollient oil, a thermoplastic polymeric elastomer additive present in a ratio of emollient oil to additive of between about 5:1 and 20:1, and at least 5% by weight of soap, detergent or a combination thereof.

Abstract: A solid, transparent or translucent non-alcoholic cosmetic gel contains 65 to 99 weight percent of a polyol, 0.1 to 5 weight percent of a dibenzylidene-ose, 0.1 to 5 weight percent of a hardening agent of the sulfosuccinate type and 0.5 to 40 weight percent of water. The gel is employed in makeup products.

Abstract: An improved instant foaming aerosol shave cream is provided which includes, in percent by weight of the entire composition, (a) about 70--90% water, (b) about 10-20% of a soap component comprising about 8-12% of an alkanolamine C.sub.14 -C.sub.18 fatty acid soap and about 2-4% of a nonionic surfactant having an HLB of at least about 15, (c) about 1-5% of a propellant having a vapor pressure of about 30-60 Psig at 70.degree. F., (d) about 0.1-5% of one or more emollients, and (e) about 0.3-4% of a foam stabilizer component comprising about 0.1-3% of a fatty alcohol, about 0.1-3% of a fatty alkanolamide, and about 0.01-0.6% of a fatty acid diester of polyethylene glycol having a molecular weight of at least about 1000. The compositions are oil-in-water emulsions and exhibit advantages associated with delayed-foaming shaving gels but with the convenience of instant foams.

Abstract: Disclosed are water based, viscoelastic compositions comprising a mixture of high molecular weights hyaluronic acid salts and water soluble poly(ethylene oxides). Also disclosed are cosmetic formulations including said compositions.

Abstract: A shaving preparation for curly haired men UCARE Polymer SR-10, water, Estalan 430 and Shebu W/S and methods of preparing aerosol, brushless shaving cream and gel formulations of the preparation. Each of the methods includes suspending and hydrating UCARE Polymer SR-10 in water, heating the suspension, adding the Estalan and Shebu W/S and cooling the preparation.

Abstract: A hair conditioning and styling pad is provided which comprises a shaped body of a resilient, open-celled, hydrophilic polyurethane foam matrix integrally incorporating an aqueous phase incorporating about 70-90% water, about 5-25% of a hair conditioning agent, and a nonionic surfactant. The pad is preferably affixed to the tines of a styling brush or comb to yield a composite brush or comb which is effective to condition and style hair.

Abstract: An improved shaving cream is disclosed which contains an effective amount of olive oil. Preferably, the shaving cream compositions contains aloe vera and mineral oil. Other additives can also be incorporated into the shaving cream composition. The improved shaving cream reduces the amount of irritation to the skin due to shaving and soothes any irritation to the skin which may occur. The improved shaving cream, especially the improved shaving cream containing both olive oil and aloe vera, minimizes the occurrence of ingrown hairs resulting from shaving and reduces the severity of any ingrown hairs that do occur. This shaving cream is, therefore, especially useful for individuals prone to ingrown hairs and other skin problems normally associated with shaving.

Abstract: Shaving gel compositions having excellent shaving properties and skin conditioning benefits. These compositions are found to be stable, despite the removal of the secondary surfactant.

Abstract: A skin lotion and methods of use involving a skin lotion comprising effective amounts of allantoin, castor oil, oleic acid, calcium hydroxide powder and witch hazel water. The methods of use include as a keratoplastic and keratolytic for removing the "piled up" hyperkeratotic scales in seborrheic capitis and psoriasis vulgaris; to expedite the involution of the lesions of acute herpes simplex.

Abstract: Cosmetic composition containing, by way of a compound screening cut UV of wavelengths 280-380 nm, a 5-benzylidene-3-oxacyclopentanone of formula (I): ##STR1## where R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 denote C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 alkyl, aralkyl or aryl, or alternatively R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 and/or R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 form, with the carbon to which they are attached, a saturated 5- or 6-membered ring, andR.sub.5, R.sub.6 and R.sub.7 denote H, C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 alkyl, C.sub.2 -C.sub.8 alkenyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.12 alkoxy, C.sub.2 -C.sub.8 alkenyloxy, C.sub.2 -C.sub.12 acyloxy, benzyloxy or --COOR.sub.10 where R.sub.10 is a C.sub.1 --C.sub.8 alkyl, hydrogen, an alkali metal or alkaline earth metal or a radical derived from an amine, it also being possible for one of the substituents R.sub.5, R.sub.6 and R.sub.7 to denote a radical ##STR2## where R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 have the above meanings. This composition can be a protective composition for the human epidermis or the hair or an antisun composition.

Abstract: Described is a stick shave formulation and article employing said formulation. The stick shave formulation contains a triethanolamine stearate soap formed in situ with from 1-10% of a nonionic wetting agent; from 1-15% of a silicone copolymer; from 0.1-1% of a polyoxyethylene polymer slip agent; from 1-30% of a synthetic detergent; from 2-10% of a whitening agent; and 5-20% of emollient moisturizers and hair lubricants.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition comprises in solution in an appropriate vehicle at least one polymer having 50-100% of repeating units of the .beta.-alanine type having the formula ##STR1## and 0-50% of repeating units of the acrylamide type having the formula ##STR2## wherein R.sub.1 represents hydrogen or a member selected fromthe group consisting of (i) ##STR3## (ii) --CH.sub.2 OH, (iii) --(CH.sub.2).sub.n --CH.sub.3 wherein n is 0 or a whole number from1 to 11, (iv) ##STR4## wherein r' and r" each independently represent hydrogen or alkyl having 1-3 carbon atoms, (v) --CHOH--COOH, (vi) --CH.sub.2 --SO.sub.3 Na,(vii) ##STR5## and (viii) --(CH.sub.2 --CH.sub.2 --O).sub.m H wherein m ranges from 1 to 10, and R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 represent hydrogen or methyl.

Abstract: A non-gritty brushless, or gel-foam shaving cream composition is provided containing a therapeutically effective amount of benzoyl peroxide. The shaving cream composition can be used in the topical treatment of acne vulgaris, pseudofolliculitis barbae and other skin conditions.

Abstract: Shampoos are disclosed which comprise a synthetic surfactant, an insoluble, non-volatile silicone, a suspending agent and water. Suitable suspending agents include long chain esters of ethylene glycol, esters of long chain fatty acids, long chain amine oxides among many others.