Abstract: Composition containing, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, one or more volatile linear alkanes, at least 0.5 wt. % of one or more aminated silicones relative to the total weight of the cosmetic composition, and one or more vegetable oils different from the volatile linear alkanes. Use thereof for the treatment of keratinous materials, preferably of keratin fibres such as the hair.

Abstract: Personal care compositions containing silicone polymer and organic polymer containing alloy and/or hybrid emulsions are disclosed. The silicone organic hybrid emulsions are particularly useful in hair care formulations to simultaneously provide conditioning and styling benefits. The silicone organic hybrid emulsions are also useful in color cosmetic formulations to provide shine and wash-off resistance benefits.

Abstract: The present invention provides for a household, agricultural, coating or personal care product composition containing the crosslinked reaction product of a network composition the reaction product of: (i) at least one anionic polymerizable ethylenically unsaturated monomer (I) selected from the group consisting of [CH2?C(R3)C(O)OXa(C2H4O)b(C3H6O)c(C4H8O)d]pP(O)(OY)q(OZ)r where R3?H or alkyl of 1 to about 6 carbon atoms; X=alkyl, aryl, or alkaryl diradical connecting group of 0 to about 9 carbon atoms; a is 0 to about 100; b is 0 to about 100; c is 0 to about 100; d is 0 to about 100; q is 0 to about 2; r is 0 to about 2; p is 1 to about 3 subject to the limitation that p+q+r=3; and Y and Z is H, or metal ion; and CH2?C(R3)C(O)OXa?(C2H4O)b?(C3H6O)c?(C4H8O)d?—SO3—Y) where R3?H or alkyl of from 1 to about 6 carbon atoms; X=alkyl, aryl, or alkaryl diradical connecting group of 0 to about 9 carbon atoms; a? is 0 to about 100; b? is 0 to about 100; c? is 0 to about 100; d? is 0 to about 100; Y is H

Abstract: Compositions and methods for the preparation of a composition comprising a block copolymer and ester-terminated polyester amide solubilized in a compatible solvent are disclosed. The disclosed compositions are long-lasting, transfer resistant, flexible, and water-proof capable of complexing the active ingredient to provide such benefits. The disclosed compositions are useful for formulating cosmetics, personal care products, cosmeceuticals, and the like.

Abstract: Methods for promoting survival and stimulating proliferation of cells in the epidermis and dermis of undamaged mammalian skin are disclosed. The methods comprise the step of administering to an area of the skin a composition comprising a therapeutically effective amount of human placental alkaline phosphatase, or an active derivative. The composition can be administered topically or by injection. Embodiments of the invention also provide regimens for restoring or maintaining the strength and thickness of aging skin, comprising periodically administering a composition by topical application. Other embodiments of the invention further provide methods for promoting survival and stimulating proliferation of cells in the epidermis and dermis of transplanted skin. A composition for topical application is also provided by some embodiments of the invention.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a linear ethylenic block copolymer comprising in each block at least one ionic hydrophilic unit, which may be different from one block to another, the said ionic hydrophilic unit being present in each block in a proportion of from 2% to 100% by weight relative to the weight of the said block. The invention also relates to a cosmetic or pharmaceutical composition comprising such a copolymer, and also to a cosmetic process for making up or caring for keratin materials using the said composition.

Abstract: An olefin wax (A) is (i) a copolymer (A1) obtained by copolymerizing ethylene and at least one diene or a copolymer (A2) obtained by copolymerizing ethylene, at least one olefin selected from ?-olefins of 3 to 12 carbon atoms and at least one diene; wherein (ii) the content of unsaturated groups per one molecule is in the range of 0.5 to 3.0 groups; (iii) the density is in the range of 870 to 980 kg/m3; (iv) the melting point is in the range of 70 to 130° C.; (v) the number-average molecular weight is in the range of 400 to 5,000; and (vi) the ratio (Mw/Mn) of the weight-average molecular weight to the number-average molecular weight is not more than 4.0. A silicone-modified olefin wax can be obtained by reacting hydrogen silicone with the olefin wax (A). Cosmetics contain the silicone-modified olefin wax.

Abstract: The invention relates to methods and materials involved in diagnosing and treating autoimmune conditions. In particular, the invention relates to methods and materials involved in diagnosing arthritis conditions that are accompanied by an NADPH oxidase deficiency, methods and materials involved in treating, preventing, or delaying the onset of arthritis conditions that are accompanied by an NADPH oxidase deficiency, and methods and materials involved in identifying agonists and antagonists of NADPH oxidase activity.

Abstract: Personal care composition having improved compatibility and providing improved sun protection are obtained by including a liquid silicone resin having greater than 50 mole percent Me3SiO1/2 and PrSiC3/2 units, where Me is methyl and Pr is propyl in the composition. If desired to enable additional compatibility of ingredients comprising the personal care composition, the liquid silicone resin can also contain PhSiO3/2 or Ph2SiO2/2 units, where Ph is phenyl, or a mixture thereof.

Abstract: Cosmetic compositions comprising water-redispersible polymers are provided, as well as methods for using such compositions in cosmetics that afford powder-to-liquid and moisture-resistant benefits. These cosmetics can provide easier portability, as well as long wear benefits when topically applied to the skin or hair.

Abstract: Cosmetic or pharmaceutical compositions comprising one or more polysiloxanes functionalized with at least one carbamate group are described. In a preferred embodiment the compositions are emulsions wherein the one or more polysiloxanes may advantageously be used as emulsifier.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a transdermally absorbable composition which is capable of retaining a ?-blocker stably for a long period. More specifically, the present invention relates to a transdermally absorbable composition for stabilizing a ?-blocker, which comprises a polymer compound having an amino group, a polyvalent carboxylic acid ester, a fatty acid ester and an acrylic polymer compound.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel block polymers comprising at least one first block and at least one second block that are incompatible with each other, have different glass transition temperatures (Tg), and are linked together via an intermediate segment comprising at least one constituent monomer of the at least one first block and at least one constituent monomer of the at least one second block. The block polymer has a polydispersity index I of greater than 2. The invention also relates to cosmetic compositions comprising the block polymers and processes for their use.

Abstract: A sulfopolyester comprising repeat residue units from the reaction product dimethyl-5-sodiosulfoisophthalate, isophthalic acid, 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol and diethylene glycol, has at least one property selected from: a) an acidity of greater than 0.030 measured as milliequivalents H+/gram of sulfopolyester; b) a titanium concentration, measured as metal, of less than about 27 ppm, based on the amount of sulfopolyester; or c) an acidity of greater than 0.010 measured as milliequivalents H+/gram of sulfopolyester, a pH of less than 6.0 and a concentration of a base compound of less than 0.0335 moles/kg of sulfopolyester. A method for making the water-dispersible or water-dissipative sulfopolyester of the present invention is disclosed. Aqueous dispersion having from 0.001 to about 35 weight % of the sulfopolyester of the present invention is also disclosed. The sulfopolyester is useful in making hair spray formulations suitable for pump or aerosol spray applicators.

Abstract: A transfer-resistant, single phase aqueous cosmetic compositions are provided. The compositions consist essentially of a water-soluble, film-forming acrylates copolymer and a water-soluble plasticizer for the copolymer. The compositions contain no oils, waxes, surfactants or emulsifiers, are water- and oil-resistant upon drying on the skin, and exhibit high gloss and long-wear and transfer-resistant properties. Compositions containing pigment also demonstrate high color intensity. The compositions are useful as eyeliner, mascara, lipgloss, lipliner, and other cosmetic products.

Abstract: The invention relates to crosslinked organopolysiloxanes which are linked by a polyether building block via the Si atoms, to emulsifier systems which have these crosslinked organopolysiloxanes, and also to cosmetic, dermatological or pharmaceutical formulations comprising a crosslinked organopolysiloxane or an emulsifier system comprising these.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition where a linear, block ethylenic copolymer is dissolved in a physiologically acceptable medium, wherein the linear, block ethylenic copolymer improves the hold of hair lacquer, increases the adhesion of a nail varnish and improves the hold and adhesion of makeup.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition of a linear, block ethylenic copolymer dissolved in a physiologically acceptable medium where the linear, block ethylenic copolymer includes at least two blocks having different glass transition temperatures, Tg; and one of the blocks is a copolymer of different monomers chosen from acrylates and/or methacrylates.

Abstract: The present invention provides a pediculicidal and ovicidal composition with an extraordinarily lethal effectiveness that can also be used to remove parasites, such as lice. The pediculicidal and ovicidal composition contains a purified terpene agent such as citronellal, citronellol, citronellyl or a mixture thereof, a short chain alcohol, and a non-aqueous co-solvent and/or surfactant component. The composition more preferably utilizes citronellyl acetate as the active agent. The compositions can be administered topically to humans, animals or any infested areas.

Abstract: The present invention features legume products having trypsin inhibitory activity and reduced microbial content, methods of decontaminating such legume products, compositions containing such legume products, and the topical application of such legume products or compositions to skin, nails, and hair.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a cosmetic composition comprising at least one perfluorinated component and at least one aromatic component, wherein the aromatic component is present in an amount sufficient to compatibilize the fluorinated component in the cosmetic composition; transfer resistant, long wearing or other types of cosmetic or pharmaceutical compositions containing the components and a method for compatibilizing a fluorinated component in a cosmetic composition using an aromatic component, and cosmetic compositions containing at least one perfluorinated amide.

Abstract: The invention provides a cosmetic or pharmaceutical composition comprising, in a physiologically acceptable medium, at least one purified natural or synthetic polypeptide wherein the peptide sequence is represented wholly or partly by at least one sequence selected from the group consisting of SEQ ID NO: 1, SEQ ID NO: 4, SEQ ID NO: 5, SEQ ID NO: 6, SEQ ID NO: 7, SEQ ID NO: 8, SEQ ID NO: 9, SEQ ID NO: 16, SEQ ID NO: 25 and SEQ ID NO: 27 and their homologs.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel compounds, in particular ammonium-polyurethane and/or polycarbonate compounds, in particular ammonium-polyurethane-polydiorganosiloxane and/or polycarbonate-polydiorganosiloxane compounds, methods for their production as well as their use.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic or dermatological article comprising: a medium in the form of at least one sheet of a material that is soluble in water at a temperature lower than 20° C.; and at least one cosmetic or dermatological compound carried by the medium.

Abstract: The invention concerns a polymer comprising water soluble units and LCST units consisting of ethylene oxide and propylene oxide random copolymers, or one of its salts. The invention also concerns an aqueous composition in particular thickened, even gelled, comprising such a polymer or one of its salts and an aqueous phase.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of attenuating the formation or reducing the severity of a bruise in the tissue of a patient via applying a composition comprising a hydrophilic foam substrate and a polymeric hydrophilic agent to a portion of the surface of the skin in an amount and at a location sufficient to attenuate formation of or reduce the severity of bruising.

Abstract: A subject matter of the invention is a cosmetic composition comprising a cosmetically acceptable organic liquid medium, a block polymer and a plasticizer, characterized in that: the block polymer is a film-forming linear ethylenic polymer, the plasticizer is a compound, the nature and the amount of which are such that the composition is capable of forming a film having a hardness of less than or equal to 35 seconds, the hardness of the film being measured using a Persoz pendulum according to Standard NF-T-30-016, and in particular a compound having a solubility parameter ?h ranging from 5.5 to 11 (J/cm3)1/2. Application to making-up and caring for keratinous substances, in particular the skin.

Abstract: A method of controlling oil-absorbing properties of a silicone rubber powder characterized by keeping a silicone rubber powder in hot storage at a temperature in the range of 40° C. to 150° C. or in cold storage at a temperature in the range of 0° C. to 10° C.

Abstract: The invention provides a hair treatment composition such as a shampoo or conditioner suitable for topical application in style hair and in particular to lengthening the hair. The composition comprises an ?-hydroxy acid and/or its salt and a xanthine preferably having the following formula.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a cosmetic composition includes (a) at least one sugar silicone surfactant; (b) at least one polyamine; (c) at least one oil-soluble polar modified polymer; (d) at least one gelling agent; (e) at least one hyperbranched polyol; and (f) water.

Abstract: A method of dispersing a solid particles in a hydrophobic solvent is disclosed. The method utilizes an acrylate copolymer containing long siloxane chains to provide stable dispersions of solid particles in hydrophobic solvents having a solubility parameter of about 8 or less, such as a silicone fluid.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to anhydrous compositions for making up or caring for the skin, for example foundations, comprising at least one liquid organic phase comprising at least one non-volatile oil, at least one amorphous gelling polymer formed by polymerization of an olefin, and poly(methyl methacrylate) particles, wherein the amount of the at least one non-volatile oil present in the composition is greater than the amount of poly(methyl methacrylate) particles present in the composition. The compositions may exhibit a smooth and melting creamy texture, spread easily over the skin, and make it possible to obtain a homogeneous make-up that has a powdery and matt finish and that confers a pleasant softness on the skin. The make-up may also exhibit good properties of hold.

Abstract: A personal skin cleansing wipe comprising a flexible substantially dry matrix formed from synthetic, woven, non-woven or knitted fibers impregnated with a substantially anhydrous antimicrobial, antiseptic, antifungal solution in an amount wherein the matrix retains its substantially dry characteristics and the treatment solution includes an amount of PVP-iodine as active in solution in glycol and or glycerin. The treatment solution, in addition to an effective amount of PVP-iodine as active, contains surfactants, preferably Tego® Betaine CK D, and optionally a compatible fragrance and/or moisturizer. The wipe is activated with water just prior to use.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic method for making up and/or caring for keratinous substances, in particular the skin, comprising the application, to said keratinous substances, of a cosmetic composition comprising a siloxane resin and a volatile hydrocarbon solvent. The invention relates in particular to compositions for caring for or making up said keratinous substances.

Abstract: Razors and components thereof are provided, as well as methods of making such.

Abstract: Compositions and methods are provided that are useful for the delivery of therapeutic agents, including nucleic acids. The compositions can be prepared with components useful for targeting the delivery of the compositions as well as imaging components.

Abstract: The present invention relates to processes for the manufacture of aminated or functionalized aminated polymers and their use in water-borne compositions. More specifically, this invention relates to personal care compositions containing aminated polymers and one or more other conditioning agents, surfactants and other active or inactive ingredients.

Abstract: The invention relates to nanocomposites comprising of (i) hydrogels synthetized by copolymerization of N-isopropylacrylamide and/or acrylamide and/or acrylic acid monomers and of (ii) layer silicates, and to the process for preparing them. The invention covers osmotically active hydrogel expanders containing said nano-composites, suitable for tissue expansion and the use of said materials for obtaining live skin.

Abstract: Novel ampholytic ter-polymers comprising at least an ethylenically unsaturated cationic monomer, a monomer containing a carboxylic acid or sulfonic acid group and diallyamine or derivative are claimed. Further, the ter-polymers may be used in personal care or personal washing compositions optionally in the presence of conditioning agents such as silicone, fatty amines, fatty amine oxides and fatty quaternaries and/or various benefit agents. The ter-polymer compositions are especially useful in the treatment of keratin-containing substrates. Keratin substrates include, but are not limited to, animal and human hair, skin and nails.

Abstract: The activated coagulation Factor X (FXa) stimulating agents may be used in the treatment of hemorrhages in a subject. Compounds and combinations are described which are particularly useful for the topical treatment of hemorrhaging in healthy subjects or in patients with hemorrhagic diathesis.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to novel block polymers comprising particular silicone monomers and monomers of formula: CH2?C(R1)—COOR2 wherein R1 is chosen from a hydrogen atom and a methyl group and R2 is chosen from C4 to C12 cycloalkyl groups. The present disclosure also relates to cosmetic or pharmaceutical compositions comprising these polymers, and also to a cosmetic treatment method using them.

Abstract: The present patent application relates to novel dispersions of particles of polymer stabilized at the surface in a nonaqueous medium, in which dispersions the polymer comprises mainly hydrophilic cationic monomers. Another subject-matter of the invention is a cosmetic or pharmaceutical composition comprising the said dispersion in a cosmetically or pharmaceutically acceptable medium. The invention also relates to a method for the cosmetic treatment of keratinous substances employing the said composition.

Abstract: The use of at least one carbonate of natural origin as a plasticizer in a film-forming cosmetic composition comprising, in a physiologically acceptable medium, a film-forming polymer and a solvent medium.

Abstract: A water-in-oil type emulsion with a highly moisturizing effect on the skin has good emulsion stability and achieves a good feeling in use as a massage cream when a large amount of perfume is blended. The water-in-oil type emulsion includes the following components: (A) glyceryl monooleate, (B) a surfactant having branched chains in an alkyl group, (C) an aqueous component, (D) an oil component, and (E) a perfume component, Conditions (1) and (2) are met by the emulsion. Condition (1): the ratio of the sum of glyceryl monooleate (component (A)) and the surfactant having branched chains in an alkyl group (component (B)) with respect to a total composition is from 5 to 10% by mass. Condition (2): the ratio of perfume component (component (E)) with respect to the total composition is 0.3% by mass or more.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions comprising crosslinked hyaluronic acid gels, preferably vinyl sulfone cross-linked hyaluronic acid known as hylan B gel, for use in topical cosmetic and dermatological formulations. The hylan B gel in these formulations provides prolonged delivery of incorporated substances to the surface of the skin, to provide a hydrated film on the surface of the skin, and to provide a substantive and compatible film on the skin.

Abstract: The invention concerns a polymer comprising water soluble units and LCST units consisting of ethylene oxide and propylene oxide random copolymers, or one of its salts. The invention also concerns an aqueous composition in particular thickened, even gelled, comprising such a polymer or one of its salts and an aqueous phase.

Abstract: A surface-treated powder powder which is surface-treated with an acrylic/silicone copolymer having at least one hydrolyzable silyl group in the molecule, and a cosmetic material containing this powder. The surface-treated powder of this invention preferably contains 0.1-30 wt parts of the acrylic/silicone copolymer relative to 100 wt parts of the powder prior to surface treatment. The acrylic/silicone copolymer preferably comprises a trunk polymer comprising an acrylic polymer, and a branched polymer comprising an organic polysiloxane. The surface activity of the surface-treated powder of this invention is very well blocked, and it has excellent water resistance and sebum resistance. In addition, the cosmetic material of this invention containing this surface-treated powder has good cosmetic lasting properties, and is highly stable over time.

Abstract: Compositions of the present invention comprise from about 40-99% of an aqueous suspension of silicone elastomer powder in a cosmetically acceptable vehicle. The compositions are useful as skin exfoliants when mechanical agitation is supplied, for example by rubbing with a hand. After exfoliation, little or no film or residue remains on the skin and washing the treated area is optional. The cosmetically acceptable vehicle may comprise a wide range of beneficial ingredients, cosmetic or dermatological actives and additives. The present invention also encompasses a method of exfoliating skin in need of such treatment.

Abstract: A method for making up a support includes application to the support of at least (a) magnetic substances exhibiting a non-zero magnetic susceptibility, (b) one or more compounds X, (c) one of more compounds Y, with at least one of the compounds X and Y being a silicone compound and the compounds Y and X being capable of reacting together by a hydro silylation reaction in the presence of a catalyst, when they are brought into contact with one another, and (d) at least one catalyst. Application of (a), (b), (c) and (d) may be simultaneous or sequential in any order. Exposure to a magnetic field of at least a portion of the magnetic substances takes place before the interaction between the compounds X and Y is complete.

Abstract: The present invention relates to crosslinked, water-soluble or water-dispersible polyurethanes of A) at least one water-soluble or water-dispersible polyurethane prepolymer having terminal isocyanate groups of a) at least one compound having a molecular weight in the range from 56 to 300 which contains two active hydrogen atoms per molecule, b) at least one polymer containing two active hydrogen atoms per molecule, c) at least one compound which contains two active hydrogen atoms and at least one ionogenic or ionic group per molecule, d) at least one diisocyanate, B) at least one polymer containing groups which are reactive toward isocyanate groups, chosen from hydroxyl, and primary and secondary amino and/or carboxyl groups, or the salts thereof.