Skin Cosmetic Coating Patents (Class 424/78.03)
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Patent number: 8586008Abstract: The present invention provides various pharmaceutically active topical delivery compositions. In particular, compositions of the present invention are present in a pressurized container comprising a quick-breaking alcoholic foaming agent, such that when the composition is released, i.e., dispensed, from the pressurized container, a quick-breaking temperature sensitive foam is formed. In addition, the present invention provides various aspects related to such compositions, including methods for modulating a foam characteristic, methods for improving the shelf-life of a pharmaceutically active compound, methods for the percutaneous treatment of various diseases, infections, and illnesses, and methods for evaluating foam characteristics.Type: GrantFiled: November 30, 2011Date of Patent: November 19, 2013Assignee: Stiefel West Coast, LLCInventors: Albert Zorko Abram, Lilian Fuchshuber
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Patent number: 8580238Abstract: Provided are cosmetic and personal care compositions having film-formers that are two-phase polymers with a first phase polymer that is a maleated polymer where the maleic anhydride is pendant to the polymer and the second phase polymer is a polymer with complementary reactive groups. The two-phase polymer film former provides enhanced durability benefits for cosmetics, hair care, and skin care products.Type: GrantFiled: November 11, 2011Date of Patent: November 12, 2013Assignee: Avon Products, Inc.Inventors: Candice DeLeo Novack, Amitabh Bansal
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Patent number: 8575349Abstract: The present invention relates to novel derivatives of 1-alkyl-6-oxo-piperidine-3-carboxylic acids and 1-alkyl-5-oxo-pyrrolidine-3-carboxylic acids represented by Formula I: wherein n is an integer of 1 or 2; R1, R2, R3, and R4 are each independently selected from the group consisting of hydrogen and methyl; X is selected from the group consisting of oxygen and nitrogen; and R5 is hydrogen or a C1-C7 linear or branched acyclic hydrocarbon group, or R5 together with X form a 3- to 8-membered heterocyclic hydrocarbon group, and their uses as cooling compounds.Type: GrantFiled: November 22, 2010Date of Patent: November 5, 2013Assignee: International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.Inventor: Arkadiusz Kazimierski
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Patent number: 8568704Abstract: Topically applicable, dermatological/pharmaceutical compositions contain, formulated into a physiologically acceptable medium, benzoyl peroxide, at least one naphthoic acid compound and at least one compound of the polyurethane polymer type or derivatives thereof, wherein the benzoyl peroxide and the at least one naphthoic acid compound are dispersed therein.Type: GrantFiled: May 28, 2009Date of Patent: October 29, 2013Assignee: Galderma Research & DevelopmentInventors: Claire Mallard, Emmanuelle At
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Patent number: 8568750Abstract: A method for producing a deformed shaped particles comprising step of: absorbing a polymerizable vinyl type monomer contained in an aqueous emulsion in a seed particles and polymerizing an absorbed polymerizable vinyl type monomer, wherein the seed particles are a resin particles which are derived from a (meth)acrylic ester having an ester part containing at least an alkyl group with a number of carbon atoms of 3 or more and less than 6, and which have a weight average molecular weight of 150000 to 1000000 (measured by GPC: gel permeation chromatography) and the polymerizable vinyl type monomer contains 5 to 50 wt. % of a crosslinkable monomer to the entire amount of the polymerizable vinyl type monomer.Type: GrantFiled: March 26, 2010Date of Patent: October 29, 2013Assignee: Sekisui Plastics Co., Ltd.Inventor: Ryosuke Harada
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Patent number: 8568752Abstract: Disclosed is a method of brightening skin or evening out the tone of skin comprising topically applying to skin in need thereof a composition comprising a chemically compatible combination of one or more surfactants and at least one chelating agent, ascorbic acid or a derivative thereof, algae extract, and kelp or sodium sulfite and sodium metabisulfite.Type: GrantFiled: March 28, 2013Date of Patent: October 29, 2013Assignee: Mary Kay Inc.Inventor: John R. Schultz
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Publication number: 20130280202Abstract: Methods of increasing skin chroma include applying a personal cleansing composition to the skin having a hydrophobic benefit agent.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 18, 2013Publication date: October 24, 2013Applicant: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: Qing NMN STELLA, Curtis Bobby MOTLEY, Victor Manuel ARREDONDO, Cynthia Ann GARZA
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Patent number: 8562962Abstract: Disclosed is a topical skin composition, and methods for its use, comprising a chemically compatible combination of one or more surfactants and at least one chelating agent, an algae extract, and magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, wherein the composition is formulated for topical application to skin.Type: GrantFiled: September 14, 2012Date of Patent: October 22, 2013Assignee: Mary Kay Inc.Inventor: John R. Schiltz
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Publication number: 20130272989Abstract: The present invention relates to a graft copolymer including a polysaccharide as a main chain and a phosphorylcholine analogous group-containing monomer as a side chain, and a composition for skin and hair care including the copolymer as an active ingredient. The graft copolymer according to the present invention exhibits more improved moisturizing capacity and better biocompatibility than the existing polysaccharide-based graft copolymer by introducing a phosphorylcholine analogous group-containing compound, and accordingly, the composition for hair and skin care including the same also has improved moisturizing capacity, protection capacity of damaged hair, skin affinity, a skin barrier function, and the like.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 29, 2011Publication date: October 17, 2013Applicant: KCI LimitedInventors: Mae In Lee, In Sun Han, Ho Jin Lee, Han Soo Kim
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Patent number: 8557230Abstract: A cosmetic composition containing at least one block copolymer having a hard segment and a soft segment, at least one tackifier component, at least one solvent, or solvent mixture, at least one shine enhancing agent, and optionally, at least one colorant, and wherein the at least one hard segment has a Tg value of 50° C. or more and the at least one soft segment has a Tg value of 20° C. or less, and the at least one solvent, or solvent mixture, is capable of solubilizing either the at least one hard segment or the at least one soft segment, or both the hard and the soft segments.Type: GrantFiled: May 3, 2006Date of Patent: October 15, 2013Assignee: L'OrealInventors: Hy Si Bui, Shaoxiang Lu, Francois Pradier, Ramon Mercado, Xavier Blin
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Publication number: 20130266531Abstract: Personal care compositions, methods for making and uses thereof include an aqueous viscoelastic composition and a personal care active ingredient. The viscoelastic composition includes at least one surfactant and at least one hydrophobically-modified polymers with low molecular weights.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 15, 2011Publication date: October 10, 2013Applicant: Akzo Nobel Chemicals International B.V.Inventors: Qingwen Wendy Yuan-Huffman, Klin A. Rodrigues, Jian Zhou, Stuart Peter Robert Holt, Elliot Isaac Band, JR., Samuel Anthony Vona
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Patent number: 8551460Abstract: The present invention is directed to enhanced shine and moisturizing aqueous lip compositions with a unique texture and feel. The compositions include: (a) at least one sugar silicone surfactant; (b) at least one polyamine; (c) at least one high carbon polar modified polymer; and (d) water.Type: GrantFiled: June 29, 2010Date of Patent: October 8, 2013Assignee: L'OrealInventors: Hy Si Bui, Mohamed Kanji, Anita Chon Tong
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Patent number: 8551466Abstract: The present invention is directed to compositions including at least one sugar silicone surfactant, at least one polyamine; at least one oil-soluble polar modified polymer, and water.Type: GrantFiled: June 29, 2010Date of Patent: October 8, 2013Assignee: L'OrealInventors: Hy Si Bui, Mohamed Kanji, Anita Chon Tong, Susan Halpern
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Publication number: 20130259812Abstract: Described are novel polymers and home and personal care compositions incorporating said polymers.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 12, 2011Publication date: October 3, 2013Applicant: ROHM AND HAAS COMPANYInventors: Fanwen Zeng, Miao Wang
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Publication number: 20130259823Abstract: An aqueous skin disinfecting solution has a pH of from about 2 to about 6, and consists of at least (a) hydrogen peroxide in a concentration of from about 0.01 to about 4% w/w; (b) at least one surfactant chosen from alkyl betaines, alkyl amidopropyl betaines, alkyl amidopropyl betaine amides, alkylsulfobetaines, alkyl amphocarboxylates and amine oxides in a concentration of from about 0.01 to about 15% w/w; (c) at least one hydrogen peroxide stabilizer in a concentration of from about 0.01 to about 4% w/w; (d) at least one member chosen from cyclic carboxylic acids and salts thereof in a concentration of from about 0.01 to about 4% w/w; (e) at least one skin conditioning agent in a concentration of from about 0.01 to about 10% w/w; and (f) an effective amount of at least one solvent. The invention can be provided in concentrated or dried powdered form.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 15, 2013Publication date: October 3, 2013Inventors: Navid OMIDBAKHSH, Pierre GRASCHA
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Patent number: 8540973Abstract: The present invention is directed to a cosmetic composition includes (a) at least one polyamine; (b) at least one oil-soluble polar modified polymer; (c) at least one gelling agent; (d) at least one hyperbranched polyol; and (e) water.Type: GrantFiled: June 29, 2010Date of Patent: September 24, 2013Assignee: L'OréalInventors: Hy Si Bui, Mohamed Kanji, Chunhua Li, Anita Chon Tong, Bruno Bavouzet, Susan Halpern
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Patent number: 8530524Abstract: Foaming alcohol compositions with selected dimethicone surfactants are disclosed. The dimethicone surfactants are PEG-8 to PEG-12 linear dimethicone surfactants and in particular PEG-10 linear dimethicone surfactant. The compositions are useful as antimicrobial products and in particular handcare or skincare products.Type: GrantFiled: January 16, 2013Date of Patent: September 10, 2013Assignee: Ecolab USA Inc.Inventors: Joseph R. Wegner, Cheryl A. Littau
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Patent number: 8524211Abstract: A cosmetic composition is provided which includes a triglyceride, a castor oil, glycerin, and a polyglyceryl ricinoleate. The composition is a vegetable sourced alternative to petrolatum and has been found to be an excellent moisturizing composition and delivering good skinfeel properties and lustre to skin.Type: GrantFiled: May 22, 2012Date of Patent: September 3, 2013Assignee: Conopco, Inc.Inventors: Lara Marie Rafiee, Michael Charles Cheney, Brian John Dobkowski, Vivek Subramanian, Qian Wang
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Patent number: 8518424Abstract: Provided is a resin powder for a dermatologic composition composed of resin particles having an average volume particle size of 2.0 to 20.0 ?m, a shape factor SF1 of 110 to 140 and an average volume particle size distribution GSDv of 1.3 or less. Also disclosed are a skin cleansing composition and a cosmetic composition containing the resin powder, and a preparation process of the resin powder.Type: GrantFiled: September 5, 2007Date of Patent: August 27, 2013Assignee: Fuji Xerox Co., Ltd.Inventors: Yuki Sasaki, Yasuo Matsumura, Takayoshi Aoki, Etsuo Tominaga
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Patent number: 8512718Abstract: A pharmaceutical or cosmetic carrier or composition for topical application characterized by rheological properties which render the carrier or composition semi-solid at rest and a liquid upon application of shear forces thereto. The composition or carrier are prepared by mixing 1-25 percent of a solidifying agent and 75-99 percent of a hydrophobic solvent, by weight, wherein at least one of them has therapeutic or cosmetic benefits, in the presence or absence of a biologically active substance.Type: GrantFiled: February 12, 2010Date of Patent: August 20, 2013Assignee: Foamix Ltd.Inventors: Meir Eini, Dov Tamarkin
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Patent number: 8507276Abstract: A cosmetic or dermatological preparation which comprises one or more tissue culture media, in particular one or more skin cell culture media.Type: GrantFiled: November 23, 2005Date of Patent: August 13, 2013Assignee: La Prairie Group AGInventors: Sven Gohla, Monika Moenks, Sibylle Ibanez, Carmen Evangelisti
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Publication number: 20130202546Abstract: Cosmetic compositions are provided, which are capable of having a tightening and/or curling effect on a human integument when applied thereto. Cosmetic compositions according to the invention typically include a cosmetically acceptable vehicle and a pH-dependent film-forming polymer of either a poly(methacrylic acid-co-methyl methacrylate) or a poly(methacrylic acid-co-ethyl acrylate). The tightening and/or curling effect of these cosmetic compositions is prolonged and substantially resistant to environmental stresses such as increased heat or humidity.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 14, 2013Publication date: August 8, 2013Applicant: AVON PRODUCTS, INC.Inventor: AVON PRODUCTS, INC.
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Patent number: 8501203Abstract: The present invention concerns a topical formulation for the treatment of cellulite, comprising alfalfa herb and derivatives thereof and can further comprise melatonine. The invention refers also to a method of application of said formulation and to a pharmaceutical kit for the treatment of cellulite comprising said formulation, together with vegetal or mineral mud.Type: GrantFiled: September 2, 2008Date of Patent: August 6, 2013Assignee: Chronolife S.r.l.Inventor: Giulio Bellipanni
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Publication number: 20130189205Abstract: A preparation, in particular a cosmetic preparation, preferably in liquid or pasty form, for use on keratinic materials, in particular for decorating, coloring, improving the appearance of and caring for the skin and the skin appendages. The preparation is water-free and contains at least one wax with a dropping point above 60° C. and a liquid silicone compound.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 11, 2013Publication date: July 25, 2013Applicant: Schwan-STABILO Cosmetics GmbH & Co. KGInventor: Schwan-STABILO Cosmetics GmbH & Co. KG
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Publication number: 20130174861Abstract: A pumpable liquid spray formulation for retarding degradation of color cosmetics, the pumpable liquid spray formulation comprising: water, 82.228% by weight; alcohol denat, 9.0% by weight; polyhydrostearic acid, 2.23% by weight; pvp, 2.0% by weight; methyl perfluorobutyl ether, 1.25% by weight; methyl perfluoroisobutyl ether, 1.25% by weight; dimethicone peg-7 phosphate, 0.75% by weight; ppg-3 benzyl ether myristate, 0.5% by weight; caprylyl glycol, 0.5% by weight; methyl methacrylate cross polymer, 0.12% by weight; sodium hydroxide, 0.07% by weight; sodium cocamidopropyl pg dimonium chloride phosphate, 0.05% by weight; glycereth-5 lactate, 0.01% by weight; N,2,3-trimethyl-2-isopropyl butamide, 0.01% by weight; ethylhexyl isononanoate, 0.01% by weight; isononyl isononanoate, 0.01% by weight; fragrance, 0.01% by weight; aloe barbandensis leaf extract, 0.001% by weight; and poloxamer 407, 0.001% by weight; wherein all of the foregoing percentage weights have a tolerance band of ±2% of their stated value.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 5, 2012Publication date: July 11, 2013Applicant: SKINDINAVIA, INC.Inventor: SKINDINAVIA, INC.
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Patent number: 8481058Abstract: A tropical composition is provided. The topical composition can be prepared by diluting a topical composition precursor with water and adding additional components, if desired. The topical composition precursor can be prepared by melt processing a hydrophobic polymer composition that includes repeating pyrrolidone/alkylene groups wherein the alkylene groups contain at least 10 carbon atoms, and a hydrophilic polymer composition including repeating carboxylic groups and/or repeating hydroxyl groups. A topical composition precursor and methods for manufacturing and using a topical composition are provided by the invention.Type: GrantFiled: May 23, 2002Date of Patent: July 9, 2013Assignee: Skinvisible Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Inventor: Bruce Jezior
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Publication number: 20130167859Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods of making up and/or enhancing the appearance of a keratinous substrate comprising (1) forming a film on the keratinous substrate by applying to said keratinous substrate (a) a first cosmetic composition comprising at least one polyvinyl alcohol-styrylpyridinium polymer and (b) a second cosmetic composition comprising at least one complexing agent, and (2) exposing the film to radiation chosen from UV and visible light radiation.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 30, 2011Publication date: July 4, 2013Applicant: L'OREAL S.A.Inventors: Hy Si BUI, Chunhua LI, Jean-Thierry SIMONNET, Xian Zhi ZHOU, Nicholas Stergios LIOUTAS
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Patent number: 8475770Abstract: The present subject matter provides foamable suspension gels that foam after release from a container. The foamable suspension gels contain at least one pharmaceutically active agent that is sparingly soluble to insoluble in water, a second pharmaceutically active agent, and optionally a third active agent.Type: GrantFiled: September 2, 2011Date of Patent: July 2, 2013Assignee: Stiefel Research Australia Pty LtdInventors: Albert Zorko Abram, Lilian Fuchshuber
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Publication number: 20130164242Abstract: The present invention relates to hair care and personal care compositions which contain an acrylic copolymer which is polymerized in the presence of at least two different classes of crosslinking monomers. The polymer functions both as a fixative/film former and a thickening agent for hair styling and personal care compositions in which it is contained. The copolymer exhibits advantageous fixative, film forming and rheological gel properties.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 1, 2011Publication date: June 27, 2013Applicant: LUBRIZOL ADVANCED MATERIALS, INC.Inventors: Krishnan Tamareselvy, Pascal Staelens
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Patent number: 8465731Abstract: A probiotic color cosmetic composition comprising at least one extract from a probiotic microorganism; at least one non-clay lamellar phyllosilicate mineral particulate; and at least one anti-inflammatory ingredient present in an amount sufficient to inhibit one or more of the pathways that contribute to skin inflammation; and a method for treating skin for improvement by applying to skin in need of such improvement the composition of the invention.Type: GrantFiled: March 12, 2010Date of Patent: June 18, 2013Assignee: ELC management, LLCInventors: Khanh Ngoc Dao, Clara G. Mercado, John F. Logalbo
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Publication number: 20130142743Abstract: A cosmetic process for making up and/or caring for skin and/or lips, includes the application to skin and/or lips of a cosmetic composition including, in a physiologically acceptable medium, at least one supramolecular polymer and at least one hydrophobic film-forming polymer. Particular compositions may be used in the process.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 25, 2011Publication date: June 6, 2013Applicant: L'OREALInventors: Roberto Cavazzuti, Nathalie Geffroy, Gaëlle Brun
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Patent number: 8449871Abstract: The present disclosure relates to novel polyurethanes comprising cationic units, of diisocyanates and of nonionic units derived from polyolefins comprising at least 10 mol % of units comprising at least one residual carbon-carbon double bond. The present disclosure also relates to cosmetic or pharmaceutical compositions comprising the polyurethanes, and also to a cosmetic treatment process, for example for shaping and/or holding the hair, comprising the application of such a composition.Type: GrantFiled: March 20, 2007Date of Patent: May 28, 2013Assignee: L'OrealInventors: Nathalie Mougin, Xavier Schultze
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Publication number: 20130129661Abstract: A material for skin is provided including a silicone component-containing polymer obtained by polymerizing a silicone monomer having a carbon-carbon double bond, and a component selected from an antibacterial agent and an alcohol. Provided are a material for skin, which is transparent and has a moderate moisture content, and also has high oxygen permeability, and a method for producing the same.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 1, 2011Publication date: May 23, 2013Applicant: Toray Industries, Inc.Inventors: Rumiko Kitagawa, Masataka Nakamura, Satoshi Kusuda
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Publication number: 20130129645Abstract: A personal care composition is provided with a silicone compound and being aesthetically modified for improved skinfeel with a polyhydroxy quaternary ammonium salt of structure (I): wherein X? is selected from the group consisting of chloride, bromide, hydroxyl, sulphate, phosphate, methosulphate, carboxyl, citrate and tartrate; and (ii) from about 0.05 to about 50% of silicone by weight of the composition.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 16, 2012Publication date: May 23, 2013Applicant: CONOPCO, INC., D/B/A UNILEVERInventor: CONOPCO, INC., D/B/A UNILEVER
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Publication number: 20130121933Abstract: Provided are cosmetic and personal care compositions having film-formers that are two-phase polymers with a first phase polymer that is a maleated polymer where the maleic anhydride is pendant to the polymer and the second phase polymer is a polymer with complementary reactive groups. The two-phase polymer film former provides enhanced durability benefits for cosmetics, hair care, and skin care products.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 11, 2011Publication date: May 16, 2013Applicant: Avon Products, Inc.Inventors: Candice DeLeo Novack, Amitabh Bansal
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Publication number: 20130122204Abstract: A process for preparing emulsions of silicone gums is disclosed based on using an ethylene oxide/propylene oxide block copolymer as the emulsifier. The emulsions produced by the present process are useful as coatings additives for both water-based and oil-based coatings to obtain improved slip and anti-mar properties. The emulsions may also be used in the manufacture of tires as band ply lubricants. They may also be used in personal care applications.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 2, 2011Publication date: May 16, 2013Applicant: DOW CORNING CORPORATIONInventors: Steven Mark Evans, Donald Taylor Liles, Mustafa A. Mohamed
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Publication number: 20130122062Abstract: Polymeric compositions containing additives having properties of emission and/or absorption of radiation in the long infrared region, and articles shaped therefrom are produced, including yarns and textile articles such as fabrics or knits; such additives include organic additives or inorganic fillers which have a capacity for absorption/emission of radiation in the infrared region, in a wavelength range of from 2 ?m to 20 ?m, and also a polymeric substrate, with the proviso that the inorganic fillers may be selected from among oxides, sulfates, carbonates, phosphates and silicates, and such inorganic fillers having an average particle size of less than 2 ?m.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 17, 2012Publication date: May 16, 2013Applicant: RHODIA POLIAMIDA E ESPECIALIDADES LTDAInventor: Rhodia Poliamida E Especialidades LTDA
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Patent number: 8435502Abstract: Cosmetic/dermatological compositions for topical application and useful for the treatment, e.g., of acne, contain, formulated into a physiologically acceptable medium, at least one naphthoic acid compound and at least one polyurethane polymer or derivative thereof, the at least one naphthoic acid compound being dispersed therein.Type: GrantFiled: June 29, 2011Date of Patent: May 7, 2013Assignee: Galderma Research & DevelopmentInventors: Claire Mallard, Eve Ferrara
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Patent number: 8435558Abstract: A method of targeted drug delivery and imaging using nonionic surfactant vesicles (niosomes) in combination with ultrasound is presented. Niosomes have potential applications in targeted drug delivery and imaging because of their ability to encapsulate therapeutic agents and their enhanced uptake by physiological membranes. The niosomes may be administered to the subject via catheter. Ultrasound may be used to mediate delivery non-invasively by altering the niosome membrane structure. Niosomes composed of polyoxyethylene sorbitan monostearate (Tween 61), cholesterol, and dicetyl phosphate were synthesized via a thin film hydration technique and used for encapsulation studies. Carboxyfluorescein dye (CF) was used as a drug model to demonstrate delivery. The amount of dye in the niosomes, the concentration of the vesicles, and their mean particle size after each 5 minute incremental exposure to ultrasound was monitored.Type: GrantFiled: July 18, 2011Date of Patent: May 7, 2013Assignee: University of South FloridaInventors: Elizabeth Hood, Joel A. Strom, Michael VanAuker
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Publication number: 20130108572Abstract: An aqueous cosmetic or dermatological preparation for application on wet or moist skin which is substantially emulsifier-free and comprises at least two different polyacrylic acid polymers, at least two different C14-22 fatty alcohols, and at least about 13% by weight of microcrystalline wax, preferably in combination with one or more hydrocarbon oils.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 7, 2012Publication date: May 2, 2013Applicant: Beiersdorf AGInventors: Isabel Balcke, Rainer Kroepke, Sabine Schulz
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Publication number: 20130095054Abstract: Described herein are copolymers comprising at least one first water-soluble monomeric unit, at least one second water-soluble monomeric unit, and at least one monomeric unit containing a basic residue.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 17, 2012Publication date: April 18, 2013Inventors: Jun LI, Zhongxing ZHANG, Xian Jun LOH, Xiping NI
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Patent number: 8414873Abstract: A blood vessel metal stent coating of amidoglucosan polysaccharide loaded with antibody comprises carrier material composed of chitosan and inartificial degradable acidic amidoglucosan polysaccharide and the effective dose of CD133 antibody loaded in the carrier material. The blood vessel metal stent coating is manufactured with self-assemble method to fix the CD133 antibody in the carrier material of the coating. The coating has good biocompatibility, water retention property, flexibility, flush resistance and bio-stability, and can specifically capture the vascular endothelial progenitor cells in human peripheral blood, and differentiate into vascular endothelial cells. The process would accelerate endothelialization to repair injured vessel caused and prevent restenosis and thrombosis efficiently.Type: GrantFiled: October 10, 2008Date of Patent: April 9, 2013Inventors: Shixuan Zhang, Jinghan Sui, Hong Zhao, Dazhi Yang
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Patent number: 8414871Abstract: Topical compositions are provided in which active compounds for topical delivery through the stratum corneum are complexed with nanospheres of a triblock copolymer having an A-B-A structure wherein each A end block is a water-soluble, hydrophilic and non-toxic polymer or oligomer; and the hydrophobic middle B block is a hydrophobic polymer or oligomer with the same or different repeating units having the structure according to formula:(I) wherein X is —C—R—C— or —C—; Z is between 2 and about 100, inclusive; R1 is CH?CH or (CH2), wherein n is from 0 to 18, inclusive; R2 is selected from hydrogen and straight and branched alkyl, alkoxy, alkylaryl and alkoxyaryl groups containing up to 18 carbon atoms; and R is selected from a bond or straight and branched alkyl, alkoxy, alkylaryl and alkoxyaryl groups containing up to 18 carbon atoms.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2008Date of Patent: April 9, 2013Assignee: Rutgers, The State University of New JerseyInventors: Joachim Kohn, Bozena Michniak, David Devore, Larisa Sheihet, Prafulla Chandra, Priya Batheja
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Publication number: 20130084255Abstract: Disclosed are cosmetic compositions comprising at least one latex-film former chosen from at least one acrylate copolymer and derivatives thereof, and at least one coalescent and/or plasticizer.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 1, 2012Publication date: April 4, 2013Applicant: L'OREAL S.A.Inventor: L'Oreal S.A.
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Publication number: 20130084256Abstract: Disclosed are cosmetic compositions comprising at least one latex-film former chosen from at least one random styrene acrylate copolymer and derivatives thereof, and at least one coalescent and/or plasticizer.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 1, 2012Publication date: April 4, 2013Applicant: L'OREAL S.A.Inventor: L'Oreal S.A.
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Patent number: 8409551Abstract: A water-releasing cosmetic makeup material that has excellent stability, exhibits good dispersion of color pigments, and ruptures smoothly upon application to provide good spreadability and superior feeling. The water-releasing cosmetic makeup material is formed of a water-in-oil emulsion comprising (a) a partially crosslinked polyether-modified silicone, a partially crosslinked polyglycerin-modified silicone, or a combination thereof, (b) an acrylic silicone-based graft copolymer, and (c) a branched silicone surfactant in an amount of 0.05 to 0.7% by mass.Type: GrantFiled: April 1, 2011Date of Patent: April 2, 2013Assignee: Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.Inventor: Chihiro Hayakawa
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Patent number: 8398997Abstract: A composition for topical application of a botulinum toxin (including botulinum toxin derivatives) comprises a botulinum toxin and a carrier comprising a polymeric backbone comprising a long-chain polypeptide or nonpeptidyl polymer having attached positively charged branching or “efficiency” groups. The invention also relates to methods for reducing muscle paralysis and other conditions that may be treated with a botulinum toxin, particularly paralysis of subcutaneous, and most particularly, facial, muscles, by topically applying an effective amount of the botulinum toxin and carrier, in conjunction, to the subject's skin or epithelium. Kits for administration are also described.Type: GrantFiled: March 3, 2005Date of Patent: March 19, 2013Assignee: Revance Therapeutics, Inc.Inventors: Michael D. Dake, Jacob M. Waugh
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Patent number: 8398964Abstract: Provided are an organopolysiloxane that exhibits good dispersion stability within not only organic oil agents but also cosmetic materials that contain a powder, and is able to produce a cosmetic material that exhibits excellent skin affinity, an organopolysiloxane that does not impart a sticky feeling, and exhibits excellent skin affinity and skin adhesion, and a cosmetic material including such an organopolysiloxane. The organopolysiloxane is represented by formula (1) below: in which R1 represents a hydrocarbon group such as an alkyl group, R2 represents a group represented by formula (3) or formula (4) below: in which either R4 represents a specific hydrocarbon group and R5 represents a hydrogen atom or a specific hydrocarbon group, or alternatively, at least one of R4 and R5 represents a hydroxyalkyl group, and A represents a group containing an organosilyl group or organosiloxane residue.Type: GrantFiled: July 27, 2010Date of Patent: March 19, 2013Assignee: Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.Inventors: Masanao Kamei, Toshiki Tanaka
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Patent number: 8399032Abstract: A bruise amelioration composition that can be applied for one hour to an affected site, such as a bruise, contusion or blister, in the form of a gel, liquid or adhesive bandage. The composition includes at least 40% by weight of glycerin and at least 2% by weight of primrose oil. Preferably, the composition includes a fragrance, such as peach oil and marjoram and 1% to 10% by weight of vitamins A, C, D, E and K.Type: GrantFiled: February 17, 2011Date of Patent: March 19, 2013Assignee: Dr. Holmquist Healthcare, L.L.C.Inventors: Bruce A. Cranner, Anne-Marie T. Karp
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Publication number: 20130061865Abstract: The invention is in the field of skin hygiene, especially hand hygiene and/or hand soap compositions. It remains to be desired to prepare skin hygiene compositions having a high anti-microbial effect, with a low dosage of anti-microbial essential oils. It is therefore an object of the invention to provide a skin hygiene composition, having good anti-microbial properties, at low levels of essential oil. Surprisingly it has been found that composition comprising a low amount of essential oil and a polymer complex or mixture provides improved hygiene efficacy.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 17, 2011Publication date: March 14, 2013Inventors: Sameer Keshav Barne, Kalpana Kamalakar Nayak, Aravindakshan Perincheery, Maya Treesa Saji