Abstract: Hair care formulations are prepared which comprise a carrier and a functional amount of a cationic water soluble graft copolymer of a N,N-dialkyldiallyl ammonium halide on a substrate of cellulose, galactomannon gum or derivative thereof, wherein the graft copolymers are characterized by a nitrogen content within the range of 0.25 to 4.5%, and are prepared by a unique polymerization process.

Abstract: This invention has for its object the use of certain quaternized polymers in compositions to protect the hair from the degradation effects of a permanent wave operation. The invention provides for application of said composition to the hair prior to or subsequent to permanently waving of the hair.

Abstract: Cosmetic compositions are disclosed for the treatment of hair or skin, characterized by a content of new quaternary chitosan derivatives of the formulaHO[C.sub.6 H.sub.11-m NO.sub.4 (R.sup.1).sub.m (R.sub.2).sub.n (R.sup.3).sub.q ].sub.p H (1)(m=0-0.5; n=0.01-6; q=0.005-3; p=10-50,000 ##STR1## Also disclosed are the new quaternary chitosan derivatives per se as well as processes for their preparation. The chitosan derivatives have a good substantivity, particularly to hair keratin, and prove to have hair strengthening and hair conditioning characteristics.

Abstract: Cosmetic compositions are disclosed for the treatment of hair or skin, characterized by a content of new quaternary chitosan derivatives of the formula ##STR1## Also disclosed are the new quaternary chitosan derivatives per se as well as processes for their preparation. The chitosan derivatives have a good substantivity, particularly to hair keratin, and prove to have hair strengthening and hair conditioning characteristics.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic composition for combating the greasy appearance of hair. This composition is characterized in that it contains an active product consisting of a particular polymer derived from chitosan comprising 0 to 30% by weight of units (A), 5 to 50% by weight of units (B), 30 to 90% by weight of units (C), or alternatively preferably 0 to 20% by weight of units (A), 40 to 50% by weight of units (B), 40 to 50% by weight of units (C.sub.1) below; ##STR1## The use of the composition makes it possible to delay the onset of the greasy appearance of the hair.

Abstract: Aqueous aerosol mousse compositions are disclosed which contain a water-dispersible silicone elastomer. The presence of the elastomer provides for clean wet hair feel along with good style retention.

Abstract: Hair care compositions are disclosed containing a combination of carboxyfunctional polydimethylsiloxane and a cationic, organic polymer. The compositions can be used as hair fixatives and as such may be formulated into aerosol, pump spray, lotion, cream or mousse type hair care products. The compositions are especially effective in providing flexible, long-lasting hold to hair styles.

Abstract: A hair care preparation containing a hair conditioning effective amount of a compound of the formula: ##STR1## wherein: R.sup.1 is a C.sub.12-16 -n-alkyl;R.sup.2 is a C.sub.1-4 -n-alkyl;is a C.sub.1-4 -hydroxyalkyl;R.sup.4 is a C.sub.1-4 -n-alkyl or a C.sub.2-4 -hydroxyalkyl;A is an inorganic or organic acid anion; andn is the valence of said anion.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition comprising a content of an 1-hydroxy-2-pyridone of the general formula ##STR1## in which R.sub.1 stands for hydrogen, alkyl of 1 to 17 carbon atoms, alkenyl of 2 to 17 carbon atoms, cycloalkyl of 5 to 8 carbon atoms, bicycloalkyl of 7 to 9 carbon atoms, cycloalkyl-alkyl of 1 to 4 alkyl carbon atoms, the cycloalkyl groups being optionally substituted by alkyl groups of 1 to 4 carbon atoms, aryl, aralkyl of 1 to 4 alkyl carbon atoms, aryl-alkenyl of 2 to 4 alkenyl carbon atoms, aryloxy-alkyl or arylthio-alkyl of 1 to 4 alkyl carbon atoms, benzhydryl, phenylsulfonyl-alkyl of 1 to 4 alkyl carbon atoms, furyl or furyl-alkenyl of 2 to 4 alkenyl carbon atoms, the aryl groups being optionally substituted by alkyl of 1 to 4 carbon atoms, by alkoxy of 1 to 4 carbon atoms, by nitro, cyano or halogen atoms,R.sub.2 stands for hydrogen, alkyl of 1 to 4 carbon atoms, alkenyl or alkinyl of 2 to 4 carbon atoms, halogen atoms or benzyl,R.sub.

Abstract: A composition suitable for treating the hair, nails and/or skin, which comprises, in an appropriate medium, at least one cationic polymer of the polyamine, polyamino polyamide or poly-(quaternary ammonium) type containing amine or ammonium groups in the polymer chain or joined thereto, and at least one anionic latex which is in the form of a colloidal suspension of particles of polymers containing anionic functional groups, in an aqueous or organic liquid phase.

Abstract: A composition and process for setting hair comprises impregnating the hair with a composition containing in solution in a cosmetic vehicle at least one water-soluble polymer containing at least 5% of units having a primary amide function, a crosslinking agent and an acid catalyst. The hair is then placed on hair-setting rollers and dried by means of an external heat source. The hair rollers are then removed.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition contained in a suitable carrier comprising at least one copolymer of acrylic or methacrylic acid, an alkyl acrylate and/or methacrylate and an allyl derivative having repetitive units which correspond to the following formulae: ##STR1## wherein: R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 constitute a hydrogen atom or a methyl radical,R.sub.3 constitutes a linear or branched-chain alkyl radical having from 1 to 20 carbon atoms,R.sub.4 constitutes --OH, --NHCONH.sub.2, or --OCOR.sub.5,R.sub.5 constitutes a linear or branched-chain alkyl radical having from 1 to 5 carbon atoms,x constitutes 40 to 90 weight percent,y constitutes 8 to 50 weight percent,z constitutes 2 to 25 weight percent, and the sum ofx+y+z is from 80 to 100 weight percent.The cosmetic composition is especially useful as a composition for the hair and skin.

Abstract: A mousse hair product comprises a body film forming resin and a long chain non-ionic ester for imparting good combability and reducing the static charge of the hair. The non-ionic chemical increases the stability of the composition and in combination with corrosion inhibitors reduces its corrosive effect upon the epoxy coated, tinplated steel aerosol containers.

Abstract: Phosphonic acid esters obtained by reacting organophosphonic acids corresponding to the general formula R--PO.sub.3 H.sub.2, in which R is preferably an alkyl group containing from 6 to 18 C-atoms, with from 1 to 10 moles and preferably with from 1 to 5 moles of ethylene oxide and/or propylene oxide. These esters are useful as additives to hair treatment preparations, preferably to shampoos based on anionic surfactants and, preferably, ampholytic or betaine surfactants for improving the wet combability of hair. They are added in amounts between 0.1 to 10% by weight to hair treatment preparations, and between 1 and 5% by weight to shampoos.

Abstract: The invention relates to a hair-setting process which consists of applying to the hair, in a first stage, at least one cationic polymer and at least one anionic polymer in a solvent medium, then drying the hair thus treated, and wetting or rinsing the dried hair immediately after drying with an aqueous composition and setting and drying the hair.

Abstract: The invention relates to cosmetic compositions which are intended to be used for the treatment of keratin substances. These compositions contain at least one bis(quaternary ammonium) derivative with two lipophilic chains, corresponding to the formula ##STR1## in which R denotes a saturated or unsaturated, linear or branched aliphatic group having from 8 to 22 carbon atoms, or a mixture of such groups, or mixtures of lipophilic chains derived from natural products having from 8 to 30 carbon atoms, A denotes a group --(CH.sub.2).sub.n --, in which n denotes and integer from 1 to 18, R' denotes hydrogen and m=1, it also being possible for A to form a heterocyclic group together with the nitrogen atoms to which it is bonded, in which case m=O, and X.sup.- denotes and anion derived from a mineral or organic acid.

Abstract: Skin treating composition comprising about 3 to about 7 parts salicylic acid, about 8 to 12 parts resorcinol, about 8 to about 12 parts lactic acid, and about 60 to about 90 parts ethyl alcohol, by weight. The composition is applied to the face, and after approximately a week, causes light peeling of dead surface skin together with removal at least some blemishes, imparting a youthful and healthy complexion.

Abstract: Corrosion inhibitor compositions comprising a mixture of a nitroalkane containing 1-3 carbon atoms and a tertiary C.sub.12-14 alkylammonium carboxylate selected from the group consisting of a C.sub.12-14 alkylammonium benzoate and a tertiary C.sub.12-14 alkylammonium-N-oleoyl sarcosinate. Such compositions are useful in inhibiting corrosion on the interior surfaces of tin-plated aerosol cans containing water-based aerosol formulations.

Abstract: Corrosion inhibitor compositions comprising a mixture of a nitroalkane containing 1-3 carbon atoms and a cocoamide of diethanolamine. Such compositions are useful in inhibiting corrosion on the interior surfaces of tin-plated aerosol cans containing water-based aerosol formulations.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition contains a polycondensate having units of the formula ##STR1## wherein t is 0 or 1. When t=1, R.sub.1 and R'.sub.1 each independently represent linear or branched alkylene having 1-38 carbon atoms optionally interrupted by --CONH-- or --CO--; alkenyl or alkynyl having 2-18 carbon atoms; cycloalkylene having 5-6 carbon atoms; arylene or bis-arylene optionally substituted by alkyl or alkoxy; or a divalent radical of the formula, --CHR'--O--C.sub.2 H.sub.3 (R')--O].sub.n HCR'-- wherein n is 0-20 and R' represents hydrogen or methyl, and R.sub.2, R'.sub.2, R.sub.3 and R'.sub.3 each independently represent --COOR.sub.4, --CN, --CONH.sub.2 or --COCH.sub.3, wherein R.sub.4 represents hydrogen, linear or branched alkyl having 1-18 carbon atoms or cycloalkyl having 5-6 carbon atoms.

Abstract: Perfluorinated surface-active block or random oligomers of the formula ##STR1## where R denotes a C.sub.2 -C.sub.18 -hydrocarbon or -hydrofluorocarbon radical,Y denotes a C.sub.6 -C.sub.13 -fluorocarbon or -hydrofluorocarbon radical which can contain a chain oxygen atom,Z denotes a group which confers solubility in water andp and q denote integers or decimal numbers from 0.5 to 30are provided. They are suitable for use in cosmetic compositions for the treatment of hair. They slow down the flow of sebum and the rate at which hair becomes greasy again.

Abstract: A process and composition for coloring human hair on the head with pigments that employ a dispersion of pigment or pigments in an aqueous alcoholic liquid medium that contains a cationic polymer that is compatible with the aqueous alcoholic medium.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition is provided for the removal ofsebum exudate from the skin. The composition comprises immobilzed enzymes in cosmetically acceptable vehicles for topical application. The immobilized enzymes are lipolytic lipases, proteolytic proteases and enzymes for the breakdown of sugar oligomers from glucoproteins in the skin exudates. The enzymes may be present individually or in any desired combination. The enzymes are immobilized in known manners by chemical and or physical means and are released from immobilization upon application to the skin.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a hair treatment which comprises the following two ingredients (A) and (B): (A) polyphenol compound . . . 0.001-5.0 wt % (B) chelating agent . . . 0.01-5.0 wt %. Also disclosed a hair treatment which comprises, in addition to the ingredients (A) and (B), the third ingredient (C): (C) At least one decomposition derivative of keratin material selected from the group consisting of (1) hydrolysates of keratin material, (2) alkali salts of decomposition products obtained by oxidation of keratin material, and (3) alkali salts of derivatives at the thiol groups of decomposition products obtained by reduction of keratin material . . . 0.05-10.0 wt %. The hair treatment according to this invention can prevent proteins from eluting from hair and restore appropriate degrees of resiliency and flexibility of the hair which have once been lost by treatments for beauty care.

Abstract: The formation of novel water soluble and water insoluble gels by interpolymer reactions of selective anionic polymers with selective cationic polymers in an aqueous medium, with either polymer serving as a cross-linking agent under specific conditions of speed and concentration. The selective cationic polymer is a quaternized ammonium polyelectrolyte selected from the group consisting of poly (diallyldimethylammonium chloride), poly (diallyldimethylammonium chloride-co-acrylamide), and a quaternary ammonium cellulose ether polymer. The anionic polymer is selected from the group consisting of a polysulfonic acid and alginic acid. The formation of the gel structure depends on fast and intensive interaction of the two opposite charges to insure a maximum amount of ion pair formation. The solubility of the gel depends on the formation of intimate or loose ion pairs; which depends on the charge density and structure of the polyelectrolytes. These interpolymer gels exhibit a dramatic increase in viscosity.

Abstract: This invention relates to topical cosmetic preparations. More particularly, this invention relates to a topical cosmetic preparation for the treatment of oily hair and seborrheic skin which comprises an effective amount of at least one compound of the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1, R.sub.2, and R.sub.3, any of which may be the same or different, each represent hydrogen, hydroxyl, or --OR.sub.4, where R.sub.4 is an alkyl of from 1 to 6 carbon atoms or a substituted or unsubstituted benzyl, or two of the groups R.sub.1, R.sub.2, and R.sub.3 represent methylenedioxy; X is a substituted or unsubstituted alkylene of from 1 to 3 carbon atoms; and Y is --COOH, --CN, --CONR.sub.5 R.sub.6, or --COOR.sub.7, where R.sub.5 and R.sub.6 each represent hydrogen, alkyl of from 1 to 6 carbon atoms, or substituted or unsubstituted aryl, or aralkyl, or together with the nitrogen atom R.sub.5 and R.sub.6 represent a heterocycle, and R.sub.7 is an alkyl of from 1 to 6 carbon atoms or a substituted or unsubstituted aralkyl.

Abstract: Graft copolymers of cellulose derivatives and N,N-diallyl,N-N-dialkyl ammonium chlorides or bromides are prepared using a dry or substantially solvent-free system by impregnating a concentrated aqueous solution of the N,N-diallyl-N,N-dialkyl ammonium halide, water soluble surfactant and catalyst onto the dry cellulose substrate, heating the reaction mass for sufficient time to achieve polymerization and then drying.

Abstract: Copolymers of formula I are described ##STR1## in which A is the monomeric unit of a natural or synthetic polymer, m is the degree of polymerization; m and n are different one from the other, and m is a number between about 300 and about 10,000 and n is a number between about 100 and about 250; R is a quaternary ammonium radical; X.sup.- is an anion. A may be the monomeric unit of starch or the monomeric unit of hydroxyethylcellulose. The substances exhibit substantial activity in the treatment of infections of the skin and mucosa and fungus infections and in general, high bactericidal activity accompanied by low toxicity.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition for the treatment of the hair and skin comprising, in an aqueous medium, particles of pulverized flowers or flower tops having a granulometry lower than 125 microns and a cohesion agent present in an amount effective to maintain the homogeneity of the composition. The cohesion agent can be a thickening agent, a water-in-oil emulsion or an oil-in-water emulsion.

Abstract: Non-ionic surface-active agents of the formula are disclosed: ##STR1## in which a=0 or 1, R denotes a C.sub.8 -C.sub.30 aliphatic or alicyclic radical, x+y totals a number from 1 to 10 and, in each unit, one of Z.sub.1 and Z.sub.2 denotes hydrogen and the other denotes the radical ##STR2## in which R.sub.1 denotes methyl or ethyl. These products can be prepared simply and are suitable for use in cosmetic or pharmaceutical compositions and in particular in cosmetic compositions for treating the hair or skin.

Abstract: Cosmetic composition for human hair containing water-soluble polyamine derivatives of maleic anhydride/ethylenic polymers.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pearlescent shampoos in which the pearlescing agent is myristyl myristate and is present in the shampoo in an amount of about 0.2 to about 2.5 weight percent. Also included in the shampoo are water and an amount of surface active agent effective for cleansing.

Abstract: A quaternized polymer for use as a cosmetic agent, has recurring units of the formula ##STR1## wherein R is lower alkyl or -CH.sub.2 -CH.sub.2 OH;R' is an aliphatic, alicyclic or arylaliphatic radical containing a maximum of 20 carbon atoms, or R and R' together with the nitrogen atom to which they are attached form a heterocycle capable of containing a heteroatom other than nitrogen;A is a divalent group selected from(1) o-, m- or p-xylylidene of the formula ##STR2## wherein x, y and t are whole numbers ranging from 0 to 11 such that the sum (x+y+t) is greater than or equal to 0 and lower than 18, and E and K represent hydrogen or an aliphatic radical having less than 18 carbon atoms,(3) --(CH.sub.2).sub.n --S--(CH.sub.2).sub.n --,(4) --(CH.sub.2).sub.n --O--(CH.sub.2).sub.n --,(5) --(CH.sub.2).sub.n --S--S--(CH.sub.2 (.sub.n --,(6) --(CH.sub.2).sub.n --SO--(CH.sub.2).sub.n --,(7) --(CH.sub.2).sub.n --SO.sub.2 --(CH.sub.2).sub.

Abstract: A sprayable aerosol hair lacquer composition packaged under pressure in an aerosol container comprises a synthetic polymer for fixing the hair, an aliphatic alcohol and as an aerosol propellant a mixture of trifluoromonochloroethane and carbon dioxide and/or nitrous oxide.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition for application to the hair, skin or nails comprises in a cosmetic vehicle selected from water, a lower alkanol or a dilute lower alkanol solution, 0.01 to 15 percent by weight of a cationic polymer having units of the formula ##STR1## said polymer having a molecular weight between 1,000 and 50,000. R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 each independently represent alkyl or hydroxyalkyl wherein the alkyl of each has 1-20 carbon atoms. A is alkylene, hydroxyalkylene, --(CH.sub.2).sub.n --Z--(CH.sub.2).sub.n -- wherein Z is oxygen and n is a whole number ranging from 2-10, or --EO).sub.m.sbsb.1 (DO.sub.m D.sub.1 wherein E is alkylene or hydroxyalkylene containing 1-5 carbon atoms, m.sub.1 is 0 or 1, m is 1-600 with the proviso that m is greater than 1 when m.sub.1 =0. D.sub.1 represents E when m.sub.1 =1 and D.sub.1 represents D when m.sub.1 =0. B represents --EO).sub.m.sbsb.1 (DO).sub.m D.sub.1 wherein E, D, D.sub.1, m and m.sub.1 are defined above X.sup..crclbar.

Abstract: The specification describes a hair setting composition comprising as an effective component polyethylene glycol having an average molecular weight of 6,000-30,000. It also describes a hair setting composition comprising as effective components the following ingredients: (A) polyethylene glycol having an average molecular weight of 6,000-30,000 and (B) a divalent or trivalent metal salt of pyrrolidonecarboxylic acid and/or a polyoxyalkylene-added silicone oil. Such hair setting compositions may be formulated into an aerosol type or lotion or pump spray type and facilitates long-lasting hair styling without damaging hair.

Abstract: The copolymer of N-vinyl pyrrolidone and a vinylic, allylic or methallylic ester of a cyclic .alpha.- or .beta.- carboxylic acid is employed as a cosmetic film forming resin in cosmetic compositions for the hair, including hair setting lotions and lacquers, hair rinses and shampoos.

Abstract: A process for the permanent reshaping of hair consists in reducing the bisulfide bonds of the keratin by applying a reducing composition containing a cationic polymer and reforming the said bonds by applying an oxidizing composition in the presence of an anionic surface active agent.

Abstract: Creams and gelatinizable liquid which contain oxidation dyes and a vehicle, useful for dyeing hair, are disclosed.

Abstract: Reactive silicone hair setting compositions composed of isopropanol solutions containing at least one aminoalkylalkoxysilane and a titanate ester. Optional ingredients include hair conditioners and tetraalkoxysilanes. The compositions provide high set holding levels at high humidities.

Abstract: A cosmetic product such as a hair makeup product comprising a waxy base, one or more color additives, a volatile solvent, and a film-forming resin composition comprising pentaerythritol rosinate in combination with either ethyl hydroxyethyl cellulose or a polyvinyl alkyl ether or mixtures thereof.

Abstract: A composition adapted for application to hair before the hair is wound upon curlers and treated for permanent waving thereof comprising:(a) at least one methylpolysiloxane having a boiling point in the range of 100.degree. to 190.degree. C. and/or at least one paraffin or isoparaffin having a boiling point in the range of 100.degree. to 190.degree. C.,(b) at least one cation active, non-capillary active compound, and(c) at least one ampholytic, capillary active imidazoline compound.

Abstract: A composition for treating oily hair or skin to reduce the oily appearance thereof comprises in an appropriate vehicle an active compound having the formula, ##STR1## wherein n is a whole number from 1-10 inclusive, p is 0, 1 or 2, and R.sub.1 is ##STR2## wherein R.sub.2 is ##STR3## or --CO.sub.2 H wherein R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 represent hydrogen, 2-hydroxy ethyl, 2-hydroxy propyl or 2,3-dihydroxy propyl; (iii) --(CH.sub.2 --CHR.sub.5) OH wherein R.sub.5 is hydrogen, methyl or hydroxy methyl; ##STR4## wherein R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 have the meanings given above; or (v) ##STR5## wherein q is 1 or 2 and A represents hydrogen, acyl, succinoyl, nictinoyl or thenoyl; with the proviso that p is other than 0 and n is other than 2-4 when R.sub.1 is (iv) or (v).

Abstract: A composition and method for grooming the hair are disclosed. The composition is soluble in water and mixtures of alcohol and water, and comprises a linear polyester derived from(A) at least one dicarboxylic acid,(B) at least one diol, at least 20 mole percent of said diol component being a poly(ethylene glycol) having the formulaH--OCH.sub.2 CH.sub.2 --nOHwherein n is an integer of from two to about ten, and(C) a difunctional monomer containing a -SO.sub.3 M group attached to an aromatic nucleus, wherein M is hydrogen or a metal ion.A preferred polyester is prepared from isophthalic acid, the sodium salt of 5-sulfoisophthalic acid, and a glycol component, at least a substantial portion of which is diethylene glycol. The composition may be used in solution, or blended with other compositions for use as a mixture therewith. Conventional additives, such as plasticizers, stabilizers, etc., may also be used.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition for application to the hair or skin comprises in an appropriate cosmetic vehicle at least one polymer produced by polymerizing an unsaturated monomer and a compound having at least one OH function, the said polymerization being carried out in an aqueous medium and in the presence of cerium ions.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition comprises a cosmetically acceptable vehicle and at least one copolymer having units of a vinyl, allyl or methally ester of an .alpha.- or .beta.-cyclic carboxylic acid. A process for producing the said copolymer comprises reacting the monomeric constituents of the copolymer at a temperature between 45.degree.-100.degree. C. for a period ranging from 6 to 24 hours.

Abstract: Hair conditioning shampoo compositions are described containing cationic polymers, anionic surfactants and optional nonionic surfactants. The shampoo compositions deposit the cationic polymer on the hair while the hair is washed using the shampoo, rendering the hair to be more manageable.

Abstract: This invention relates to cosmetic tetrapolymer or higher polymer compositions useful as lacquers and setting lotions.

Abstract: A two-stage process for producing indoanilines includes oxidizing in a first stage a paraphenylene diamine to a quinone diimine and in a second stage condensing the said quinone diimine with a phenolic compound. The resulting indoanilines can be incorporated into a dye composition for keratinous fibers, especially, human hair.

Abstract: This invention is concerned with the pretreatment of hair on the human head, preceding shampooing the hair with anionic type hair shampoos, and with compositions for effecting such pretreatment, to obtain highly improved manageability of the hair after shampooing and with improved fullness, compability and other desired properties of the hair. The pretreatment compositions utilize readily water-soluble quaternary ammonium compounds, particularly in combination with certain agents, notably polyethylenimines and N-ethanolacetamide, and desirably together with various supplemental ingredients.