Abstract: 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, even 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 at least two essential oils and a polymer provides improved hygiene efficacy.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic composition of rinse-off mask type for the care of the skin, characterized in that it comprises at least one superabsorbent polymer or copolymer of water-retaining type, in the form of particles in the substantially completely hydrated state, said particles having, in the dry or nonhydrated state, a mean particle size of between 5 and 100 ?m, advantageously between 20 and 50 ?m, in particular between 20 and 30 ?m.

Abstract: A topical skin care composition and method for its use comprising water, Chlorella vulgaris extract, an algae extract, a phospholipid or lecithin, glycerin, retinyl palmitate, tocopheryl acetate, and magnesium ascorbyl phosphate.

Abstract: Aqueous liquid compositions are provided, which comprise nonionic polymers, such as polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP), or combinations thereof, and which are free of or substantially free of salt-forming groups. The aqueous liquids form solid, flexible films after direct application to skin, and the films may be peeled from the skin to remove adhered keratotic plugs from pores of the skin. The compositions are easily applied to skin, without dripping, with fingers, a brush, or other applicators.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to the use of probiotics for the preparation of a carrier for balancing the skin's immune function. In particular, the present invention pertains to the use of probiotic micro-organisms for balancing the skin's immune function under stress conditions, such as a exposure to ultraviolet radiation, specifically for enhancing the skin's immune activity and reducing the tendency to develop allergic reactions under such conditions.

Abstract: Provided is an aqueous composition contained in a container, where water evaporation of the aqueous composition contained in a container is inhibited, and thereby the contents are prevented from solidifying or changing in properties. As a result, excellent long-term stability is obtained, and even when the container is a spray container or a pump container, the contents adhering to the discharge opening of the container is inhibited from drying, and thereby clogging can be prevented. The aqueous composition contained in a container contains the following components (A), (B), and (C): (A) a polyoxyethylene alkyl or alkenyl ether having an alkyl or alkenyl group having 20 to 24 carbon atoms and an average molar number of ethylene oxide added of 1.5 to 4, (B) a water-soluble polymer, and (C) water.

Abstract: Compositions for providing hair and skin care benefits, such as smoothing, anti-static control, color protection, frizz control and moisturization are disclosed. The compositions maintain clarity, show no separation upon standing, and remain flowable liquids at room temperature. The compositions comprise a silicone or hydrocarbon component having a viscosity of from about 2,500 to about 600,000 cSt at 25° C. (such as dimethicone gum or hydrogenated polydecene), together with a carrier fluid having a viscosity less than about 100 cSt at 25° C. and a flash point greater than about 85° C. (such as caprylyl methicone, isodecyl neopentanoate, or hydrogenated polyisobutene (250)). Hair care compositions, such as shampoos and conditioners containing those combinations, as well as the method of conditioning hair utilizing those compositions is also disclosed. The compositions can be applied directly to the hair (i.e., “neat”) or via a conventional hair treatment composition, such as a shampoo or a conditioner.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a keratotic plug remover composition including a polymer compound having a salt-forming group, and (a) an amino-modified silicone and/or (b) a polyoxyalkylene/dimethyl polysiloxane block copolymer, and a sheet for removing keratotic plugs including a nonwoven fabric substrate impregnated with the above composition. The keratotic plug remover composition and the sheet for removing keratotic plugs according to the present invention are enhanced in keratotic plug removing effect without increasing a pain of users when peeling the sheet pack from the skin.

Abstract: The present invention provides an oily base for a cosmetic comprising an ester compound made from a multivalent alcohol and a fatty acid, characterized in that the ester compound is made from pentaerythritol and isononanoic acid and a molar ratio of a pentaerythritol residue and an isononanoic acid residue in the ester compound is 1.0:2.3 to 1.0:4.0. The oily base for a cosmetic of the present invention has proper oily feeling with moistness, no sticky feeling, excellent adhesion to the skin and safety to the skin, and excellent compatibility with oil agents, among others, silicone oil. Furthermore, upon blending the present oily base in a cosmetic, besides having proper emollient property and moisturizing property, the cosmetic exhibits smooth feeling on use, excellent adhesion to the skin and safety to the skin, excellent cosmetic effect-holding ability, and storage stability.

Abstract: An anti-aging composition comprising more than 30% by weight of an aqueously dispersed silicone elastomer and an emollient system and methods of use thereof for improving skin condition.

Abstract: A liquid evaporative cooling composition, for providing relief from heat-related discomfort in humans and animals, is generated by means of a concentrate, dissolved in water, which preferably consists essentially of: (a) about forty-three percent by weight of an alcohol; (b) about twelve percent by weight of a surfactant; (c) about four percent by weight of an aromatic oil; (d) about one percent by weight of a cooling agent; and (e) about forty percent by weight of water.

Abstract: An amino acid-modified organopolysiloxane is provided. It has an amino acid derivative bonded to at least one silicon atom of the organopolysiloxane segment constituting the backbone of the organopolysiloxane via an amide bond represented by the following general formula (1): wherein X and Y are independently a C1-10 divalent hydrocarbon group; m is an integer of 0 to 4; Ra is hydrogen atom, a monovalent hydrocarbon group containing 1 to 4 carbon atoms, or an organic group represented by the following general formula (2): (wherein Rb is hydrogen atom, a C1-7 monovalent hydrocarbon group, an alkaline metal, or an alkaline earth metal, and Rc is independently hydrogen atom, hydroxy group, or a C1-10 monovalent hydrocarbon group optionally containing oxygen atom, sulfur atom, or nitrogen atom); and Z is an organic group represented by the general formula (2).

Abstract: A herbal topical composition is used having complexed trace minerals capable of effectively reducing bone and joint inflammation by inhibiting inflammation pathways and in particular COX-2. The herbal composition having trace elements in a topical carrier reduces inflammation while avoiding the side effects associated with traditional drug therapy.

Abstract: The present invention provides a cosmetic composition having a gloss of at least about 85 gloss units (gu), as well as sufficient shape retention properties for forming a stick-shaped cosmetic product. Specifically, the cosmetic composition contains: (a) a high viscosity oil component; (b) a medium viscosity oil component; (c) a low viscosity oil component; and (d) an oily gelling agent comprising an ester of glycerol or polyglycerin with an aliphatic or hydroxyl aliphatic acid and a dibasic acid. A stick-shaped cosmetic product formed by the cosmetic composition of the present invention exhibits a high-shine that is not available in conventional stick-shaped cosmetic products and yet retains the high make-up coverage typically provided by conventional stick-shaped cosmetic products.

Abstract: There is provided herein a composition comprising a silicone copolymer of the general formula (I) MaMEcDdDEeTfTEgQh where M=R1R2R3SiO1/2; ME=R4R5RESiO1/2; D=R6R7SiO2/2; DE=R8RESiO2/2; T=R9RESiO2/2; T=R9SiO3/2; TE=RESiO2/2; and Q=SiO4/2; where R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R7, R8, and R9 are each independently selected from the group of monovalent hydrocarbon radicals optionally containing heteroatoms, carbonyl groups, and hydroxyl groups, each independently having from about 1 to about 20 carbon atoms; RE is a monovalent radical defined as: —R10O—(C2H4O)h(C3H6O)i(C4H8O)i—R11 or —R12 with the provision that the copolymer must contain at least one RE group; R10 is a linear or branched divalent hydrocarbon radical containing from 3 to about 10 carbon atoms; R11 is H or —C(?O)CH3 or a monovalent saturated or unsaturated hydrocarbon radical, optionally containing heteroatoms and hydroxyl groups, containing from 1 to about 30 carbon atoms; R12 is a hydrocarbon radical, containing from 2 to about 30 carbon atoms and at le

Abstract: Linear polydimethylsiloxane-polyether copolymers with amino and/or quaternary ammonium groups, obtainable by the reaction of organopolysiloxanes functionalized with secondary aminoalkyl groups with the reaction products formed from compounds containing epoxy groups and amines, the use thereof and process for preparation thereof.

Abstract: An external preparation for skin has a pH value of 2.0-5.0 and comprises: (a) 1.0-7.0 mass % of at least one of the members selected from ?-hydroxy acids, (b) 0.1-3.0 mass % of a crosslinked type N,N-dimethylacrylamide-2-acrylamido-2-methylpropanesulfonic acid sodium salt copolymer, and (c) 0.1-3.0 mass % of an associating thickener constituted of a compound of the formula (1): R1—{(O—R2)k—OCONH—R3[—NHCOO—(R4—O)n—R5]h}m (1) wherein R1 represents a hydrocarbon group, R2 and R4 represent alkylene groups having 2-4 carbon atoms, which may be identical or different, or a phenylethylene group, R3 represents a hydrocarbon group, which may have a urethane bond, R5 represents a branched chain or secondary hydrocarbon group, m is a number of at least 2, h is a number of at least 1, k is a number within the range of 1-500, and n is a number within the range of 1-200.

Abstract: Composition for topical application in the form of an oil-in-water emulsion containing an oily phase dispersed in an aqueous phase, and a hydrophilic polymer, the composition further containing (1) at least one elastomeric organopolysiloxane and (2) at least one lipophilic compound chosen from lipophilic amino acid compounds and lipophilic salicylic acid compounds. Uses thereof, including topical application to the skin, lips, hair, etc. Stabilization of certain emulsions using a lipophilic compound.

Abstract: A topical skin care composition and method for its use comprising Codium tomentosum extract and Crithmum maritimum extract, wherein the composition is formulated as an emulsion, cream, lotion, solution, gel, ointment, or anhydrous base.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic composition comprising at least one polyester that may be obtained by reacting: a tetraol containing from 4 to 10 carbon atoms; a linear or branched saturated monocarboxylic acid containing from 9 to 23 carbon atoms; a cyclic dicarboxylic acid containing from 6 to 12 carbon atoms; and an aromatic monocarboxylic acid containing from 7 to 11 carbon atoms; at least one resin chosen from hydrocarbon-based resins; at least one hyperbranched polyol compound; at least one non-volatile solvent chosen from monoalcohols; at least one co-solvent chosen from esters; at least one nonvolatile silicone oil; optionally, at least one wax; and optionally, at least one colorant, as well as to methods of using such compositions.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic composition comprising at least one polyester that may be obtained by reacting: a tetraol containing from 4 to 10 carbon atoms; a linear or branched saturated monocarboxylic acid containing from 9 to 23 carbon atoms; a cyclic dicarboxylic acid containing from 6 to 12 carbon atoms; and an aromatic monocarboxylic acid containing from 7 to 11 carbon atoms; at least one resin chosen from hydrocarbon-based resins; at least one non-volatile solvent chosen from monoalcohols; at least one co-solvent chosen from esters; optionally, at least one hyperbranched polyol compound; optionally, at least one wax; and at least one nonvolatile silicone oil; optionally, at least one colorant, as well as to methods of using such compositions.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic composition comprising at least one polyester that may be obtained by reacting: a tetraol containing from 4 to 10 carbon atoms; a linear or branched saturated monocarboxylic acid containing from 9 to 23 carbon atoms; a cyclic dicarboxylic acid containing from 6 to 12 carbon atoms; and an aromatic monocarboxylic acid containing from 7 to 11 carbon atoms; at least one hyperbranched polyol compound; at least one non-volatile solvent chosen from monoalcohols; at least one co-solvent chosen from esters; at least one nonvolatile silicone oil; optionally, at least one wax; and optionally, at least one colorant, as well as to methods of using such compositions.

Abstract: The invention provides a cosmetic product which has a good texture and allows full expression of the inherent functions of ceramide as an intercellular lipid, such as skin barrier function and hair protection effect, as well as nanoparticles for cosmetics and powder for cosmetics which may be used in the above cosmetic product, exhibit good skin barrier function and hair protection effect, and are easy to incorporate into the above cosmetic product. The cosmetic product, the nanoparticles, and the powder for cosmetics according to the present invention contain a polymer obtained by polymerization of a monomer material containing a glycerol(meth)acrylate monomer represented by the formula (1): (R1: —H, —CH3; R2: —(CH2)n-; n is an integer of 1 to 4).

Abstract: Cosmetic compositions and methods with improved transfer resistance and long wear properties are disclosed. The cosmetic compositions contain a synergistic combination of at least one silicone polyurethane polymer and at least one elastomer.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel chemical resistant, film forming, and moisture vapor permeable ionomers, including specialized polyurethane ionomers, polyurea ionomers, polyamide ionomers, polyester ionomers, or a mixture of the said ionomers, having high content of covalent-bonded ionic groups, total >100 milli-equivalents per 100 gram of ionomers. These specialized ionomers have low noxious chemical crossover rate, high moisture vapor transmission rate, hydrolytically stable in humid environment, and capable of forming thin films.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a copolymer having a specified carbosiloxane dendrimer structure and a long-chain alkyl group with 14 to 22 carbon atoms in a specified ratio, and a cosmetic comprising the copolymer as a cosmetic raw material. The cosmetic raw material has good miscibility with other cosmetic raw materials, and therefore, can improve stability of the formulation in a cosmetic, as well as can provide good water resistance, sebum resistance, glossiness, tactile sensation and/or adhesive properties to the hair and/or skin to a cosmetic, and also provide a cosmetic formed by blending the aforementioned cosmetic raw material, which exhibits superior surface protective properties, outer appearance and/or sensation during use.

Abstract: The present invention relates to odour improved dermatological or cosmetic preparations comprising N-acetylcysteine and a polyol system containing one or more polyols as masking odour agents. The emulsions of the present invention are useful in the treatment of dermatological disorders or cosmetic skin conditions.

Abstract: An object is to provide an emulsified cosmetic composition which can impart satisfactory taut feeling and yet is free of stickiness, by incorporating polyvinyl alcohol into a soap-based emulsified cosmetic composition. The present invention relates to an emulsified cosmetic composition comprising: (a) polyvinyl alcohol: 0.01% to 1% by mass; (b) a polyethylene glycol having a molecular weight of 15,000 to 25,000: 0.01% to 5% by mass; (c) a higher fatty acid; and (d) a neutralizing agent.

Abstract: Provided are body corrective cosmetic formulations and methods of use thereof.

Abstract: Cosmetic compositions and methods with improved transfer resistance and long wear properties are disclosed. The cosmetic compositions contain a synergistic combination of at least one silicone polyurethane polymer and at least one elastomer.

Abstract: Novel methods and compositions for treating aged and environmentally damaged skin are disclosed which provide improvements in the skin's visual appearance, function and clinical/biophysical properties by activating at least one proteolytic enzyme in the skin's stratum corneum. The disclosed treatment methods involve topical application of a novel cosmetic composition containing a combination of a cationic surfactant such as N,N-dimethyldodecyl amine oxide (DMDAO), an anionic surfactant such as sodium dodecyl sulfate (SDS), or monoalkyl phosphate (MAP) and a chelating agent such as ethylene diamine tetraacetate (EDTA) to stimulate a chronic increase in the replacement rate of the skin's stratum corneum by means of corneum protease activation. This chronic, low level stimulation is effective to induce repair and replacement of the stratum corneum, epidermis, and dermis of the skin and improvements in the appearance, function, and anti-aging properties of the skin.

Abstract: It is an object of the invention to provide a polymersome excellent in the safety and feeling in use; in particular, there is no sticky feeling but there is a good refreshing feeling; and with excellent base-agent stability. A polymersome of the present invention comprises a block-type alkylene oxide derivative represented by the following formula (I) as the membrane component: R1O-[(EO)I(AO)m(EO)n]-R2 ??(I) wherein AO is an oxyalkylene group having 3 to 4 carbon atoms, EO is an oxyethylene group, m and 1+n are the average addition mole numbers for the oxyalkylene group and the oxyethylene group, respectively, and 1?m?70, 1?1+n?70; the percentage of the oxyethylene groups with respect to the sum of the oxyalkylene groups having 3 to 4 carbon atoms and the oxyethylene groups is 20 to 80 mass %; the addition pattern of the oxyalkylene groups having 3 to 4 carbon atoms and the oxyethylene groups is block-type; and R1 and R2 are identical or different hydrocarbon groups having 1 to 4 carbon atoms.

Abstract: A method for treating acne on the skin. The method has the steps of (a) providing an drapeable or flexible porous article impregnated with an aqueous cleansing composition having a carrier, benzoyl peroxide, and one or more cleansing agents; (b) contacting an area of the skin affected by acne with the porous article such that the skin is contacted by the composition; and (c) removing the composition from the skin wherein residual benzoyl peroxide remains on the skin in an anti-acne effective amount. There are also anti-acne compositions.

Abstract: Used as cooling agents are the compounds of formula (I), wherein Y is carbonyl (C(?O)) or sulfonyl (SO2—); and X is OCH3, CN, C(?O)NHR, C(?O)OR, or halogen; and R is hydrogen or C1-C4 alkyl.

Abstract: A personal care composition is provided that comprises a hydrophilic liquid, a structurant for the hydrophilic liquid, a surface active, a lipid, and an aqueous phase. The lipid, hydrophilic liquid, structurant, and surface active are included in a lipid phase. The hydrophilic liquid, structurant, and surface active are connected to the lipid in the lipid phase. These compositions provide improved skin and/or hair moisturization, appearance, aesthetics and skin and/or hair conditioning during and/or after application, and are useful in providing improved deposition to the desired area of the skin and/or hair. A method of using the personal care composition is also provided.

Abstract: Novel methods and compositions for treating aged and environmentally damaged skin are disclosed which provide improvements in the skin's visual appearance, function and clinical/biophysical properties by activating at least one proteolytic enzyme in the skin's stratum corneum. The disclosed treatment methods involve topical application of a novel cosmetic composition containing a combination of a cationic surfactant such as N,N,-dimethyldodecyl amine oxide (DMDAO), an anionic surfactant such as sodium dodecyl sulfate (SDS), or monoalkyl phosphate (MAP) and a chelating agent such as ethylene diamine tetraacetate (EDTA) to stimulate a chronic increase in the replacement rate of the skin's stratum corneum by means of corneum protease activation. This chronic, low level stimulation is effective to induce repair and replacement of the stratum corneum, epidermis, and dermis of the skin and improvements in the appearance, function, and anti-aging properties of the skin.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to sunscreen composition comprising: (a) at least one oil- and water repellent emulsifier chosen from polyperfluoroethoxymethoxy difluoroethyl PEG phosphate; (b) at least one hydrophobically-modified emulsifier chosen from inulin lauryl carbamate; (c) at least one gelling agent; and (d) sunscreen actives, and wherein the composition is water-resistant, while not requiring the use of a film-former, and is a stable emulsion.

Abstract: An external preparation for skin has a pH value of 2.0-5.0 and comprises: (a) 1.0-7.0 mass % of at least one of the members selected from hydroxy acids, (b) 0-0.1-3.0 mass % of a crosslinked type N,N-dimethylacrylamide-2-acrylamido-2-methylpropane sulfonic acid sodium salt copolymer, and (c) 0-0.1-3.0 mass % of an associating thickener constituted of a compound of the formula (1): R1—{(O—R2)k—OCONH—R3[—NHCOO—(R4—O)n—R5]h}m (1) wherein R1 represents a hydrocarbon group, R2 and R4 represent alkylene groups having 2-4 carbon atoms, which may be identical or different, or a phenylethylene group, R3 represents a hydrocarbon group, which may have a urethane bond, R5 represents a branched chain or secondary hydrocarbon group, m is a number of at least 2, h is a number of at least 1, k is a number within the range of 1-500, and n is a number within the range of 1-200.

Abstract: A paper product having an antimicrobial composition dispersed with the substrate is provided. In particular, a paper towel such as those found in public washrooms or institutions comprises an antimicrobial composition. The substrate can also be a facial tissue, kitchen towel, serviette or any type of personal hygiene product. The antimicrobial composition preferably comprises a phenol-derived antimicrobial agent. The paper products of the present invention appear dry to the touch.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for smoothing out the skin by filling in recessed portions of the skin, said method comprising: i) filling the recessed portions by means of a filling-in product which has, when it is applied in said recessed portions, an elastic modulus of greater than 20 000 Pascals at 25° C. for a stress frequency of 1 Hertz, a flow point of greater than 500 Pascals, and, for applied stresses of less than the yield stress, a viscosity of greater than 100 000 Pa.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic composition comprising, in a physiologically acceptable medium, at least one organopolysiloxane compound X having at least two alkenyl unsaturated groups, at least one organohydrogensiloxane compound Y and at least one hydrosilylation catalyst, and said compounds X and Y reacting together via a hydrosilylation reaction in the presence of the catalyst, at least one compound among the compounds X and Y being present in said composition in a form encapsulated in silica shell microcapsules, said catalyst being associated with said encapsulated compound X and/or Y or being encapsulated separately, the microcapsules being in suspension in an aqueous phase. Application for the cosmetic care and/or making up of keratin materials.

Abstract: Personal care compositions containing pituitous silicone fluids compositions are disclosed. The silicone fluid compositions contain certain branched and/or high molecular weight organopolysiloxanes that demonstrate pituitous rheological behavior. When formulated into personal care compositions, the silicone fluids provide enhanced sensory and film-forming properties based on their pituitous rheological properties.

Abstract: Disclosed is a cosmetic composition including, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, the combination of (a) a sufficient amount of uncoated substantially hemispherical PMMA particles and (b) a sufficient amount of substantially hemispherical PMMA particles coated with optionally treated metal oxide. It also relates to its uses in caring for or making up the skin.

Abstract: Provided are crosslinked polymer compositions that include a first synthetic polymer containing multiple nucleophilic groups covalently bound to a second synthetic polymer containing multiple electrophilic groups. The first synthetic polymer is preferably a synthetic polypeptide or a polyethylene glycol that has been modified to contain multiple nucleophilic groups, such as primary amino (—NH2) or thiol (—SH) groups. The second synthetic polymer may be a hydrophilic or hydrophobic synthetic polymer, which contains or has been derivatized to contain, two or more electrophilic groups, such as succinimidyl groups. The compositions may further include other components, such as naturally occurring polysaccharides or proteins (such as glycosaminoglycans or collagen) and/or biologically active agents.

Abstract: A personal care composition includes a hybrid copolymer including at least one ethylenically unsaturated monomer and a naturally derived hydroxyl containing chain transfer agent as an end group, a hybrid synthetic copolymer including one or more synthetic polymers derived from the at least one ethylenically unsaturated monomer with at least one initiator fragment as an end group and an effective amount of a cosmetic or personal care additive.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for smoothing out the skin by filling in recessed portions of the skin, said method comprising filling the recessed portions by means of a filling-in product which has an elastic modulus of greater than 20 000 Pascals at 25° C. for a stress frequency of 1 Hertz, a flow point of greater than 500 Pascals, and, for applied stresses of less than the yield stress, a viscosity of greater than 100000 Pa.s, the product being such that, once applied in said recessed portions of the skin, its mechanical properties change subsequent to a reaction other than an evaporation reaction or a laser polymerization re action.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic composition particularly useful for the application of color such as in a foundation, lip gloss, lip stick, mascara, eye shadow, blush, and nail polish, for example. A cosmetic composition according to the present invention includes a film-forming silicone-containing polyurethane having a viscosity from about 130,000 to about 2,500,000 cps, preferable from about 400,000 to about 2,500,000 cps and most preferably from about 750,000 to about 2,500,000.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition for caring for and/or making up the skin, lips and/or body in the form of a film, which is non-transferable, long-lasting with a comfortable feeling of use to consumers over long periods of wear time. The composition contains graftable POSS which forms a film when it cures in situ. The invention also relates to using such film for preparing a cosmetic composition and a makeup process and makeup kit comprising the product.

Abstract: Aqueous sunless tanning formulations employed for automatic spray systems with enhanced tanning and skin moisturization properties.