Abstract: An object of the present invention is to improve the strength of a sheet containing substituent-introduced ultrafine fiber under high-humidity conditions while maintaining its high transparency. The sheet of the present invention comprises ultrafine fiber having an ionic substituent, and a divalent or higher metal, and has a haze of 10.0% or less.

Abstract: A cosmetic brush cleanser having a solid goat's milk soap base and comprising almond oil, jasmine oil, coconut oil, and lavender oil.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to organo-silica based composite materials, methods of making the organo-silica based composite material, methods of using the organo-silica based composite material, and the like.

Abstract: The disclosed protective bag contains an air-permeable bag, a photoreflecting material, and a photocatalytic material, where the photoreflecting material and the photocatalytic material are provided on an outer surface of the air-permeable bag. For example, an embodiment where the air-permeable bag has concave parts formed on the outer surface thereof, an embodiment where the photoreflecting material is colored fibers, and an embodiment where photoreflecting material contains first photoreflecting particles having a volume average particle size of 100 ?m to 200 ?m, and second photoreflecting particles having a volume average particle size of 1 ?m to 5 ?m are preferable.

Abstract: Provided herein are solid textile treating compositions; compositions containing colorants stabilized with one or more colorant stabilizers; compositions containing colorants that do not need to be stabilized by one or more colorant stabilizers; solid wash cycle conditioning agents; liquid textile treating compositions; cleaning agent compositions containing these; methods of making these; methods of treating textiles with these; textiles treated by these; containers containing the compositions; and methods of visually designating when a composition has reached or passed its pull date.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for coating polymer microspheres laden with one or more active substances onto a flexible material without melting, comprising the following steps: a) selecting a porous crosslinked polymer; b) incorporating a liquid lipophilic composition at room temperature and containing at least one active substance into the polymer by heating at a temperature higher by 1 to 5° C. than the glass transition temperature of the polymer in order to obtain laden microspheres; c) placing the laden microspheres on the flexible material; d) heating the flexible material with the laden microspheres at a temperature higher by 1 to 10° C. than the polymer melting temperature; e) cooling the flexible material impregnated with the laden microspheres.

Abstract: A textile benefit composition comprising a polyurethane and/or a polyurethane co-polymer; a cross-linking agent; a catalyst; and a carrier and processes for making and using the aforementioned compositions and textiles treated with such compositions are disclosed.

Abstract: An emulsion for treating natural fabrics is provided wherein the emulsion comprises a natural conditioning agent, water, perfume and is essentially free of cationic surfactant. Also included is an article for treating natural fabrics, a kit for treating natural fabrics, and a method of treating natural fabrics in a dryer.

Abstract: An emulsion for treating natural fabrics is provided which comprises lanolin, water, perfume and is essentially free of cationic surfactant. Also included is an article for treating natural fabrics wherein the article comprises a substrate and an emulsion, a kit for treating natural fabrics, and a method of treating natural fabrics in a dryer.

Abstract: A functionalized substrate comprising: from about 1% to about 20% of a water-dispersible and/or a water-disintegrating material comprising a cellulose by weight; from about 0.001% to about 50% of a binder material by weight; and a plurality of microcapsules encapsulating at least one functional material, wherein said plurality of microcapsules is incorporated with said functionalized substrate.

Abstract: A viscose fiber having property modifying constituents such as thermoregulatory activity, antimicrobial activity, and perfumed and a method of making thereof is disclosed. Micro-reservoirs are formed in the fibers having thermoregulatory activity, antimicrobial constituents, and perfumed constituents.

Abstract: A acrylic fiber having property modifying constituents such as thermoregulatory activity, antimicrobial activity, and perfumed and a method of making thereof is disclosed. Micro-reservoirs are formed in the fibers having thermoregulatory activity, antimicrobial constituents, and perfumed constituents.

Abstract: The invention relates to a pre-packaged, pre-moistened towel, which is customized. The towel is made from a woven cloth material, which can be customized by printing logos, designs or words on the towel. The towel can be either disposable or reusable.

Abstract: The present application is directed to a liner providing a scent. The liner comprises a fabric defining a first surface of the liner; an adhesive defining a second surface of the liner; and a fragrance infused within the fabric; whereby the first and second surfaces comprise substantially similar surface areas.

Abstract: A cellulose-based granule that functions as a carrier vehicle for an odor control agent is described. The granule has a relatively porous substrate body having a high-surface area of at least about 200 m2/gram, and a quinone compound either adhered to a surface or interfolded among the cellulose-based substrate. The odor control granule is free-flowing (i.e., do not exhibit a tendency to agglomerate to each other) and exhibit powder-like characteristics, wherein the granules have an average powder density of 30 to 600 g/l according to DIN 53,468.

Abstract: Agents for treating textiles or surfaces, which contain at least one fragrance and at least one esterquat with the general formula (I): [N+R1R2R3R4]X? that contains an OH group. The use of agents for treating textiles or surfaces to prolong the fragrant scent of detergents, cleaning agents, fabric softeners, or solid surfaces treated with these agents, and method for producing them.

Abstract: A fragrance emitting patch including a primary porous layer having a top and a bottom surface, a secondary layer having a top and a bottom surface, a construction adhesive arranged between the primary layer and the secondary layer for securing the primary and secondary layers to one another, the primary layer being provided with a fragrance, and an absolute difference of a Hildebrand solubility parameter of the construction adhesive and the Hildebrand solubility parameter of the fragrance is greater than 1.5.

Abstract: A synthetic polymer composition comprising a blend of a synthetic thermoplastic polymer and a polymer containing a polyether chain as a constituent, wherein the article manufactured from the blend contains an active compound is disclosed. Yarns may be formed from the synthetic polymer blend and then knitted or woven into articles, such as net or fabric. The articles may be treated with active compounds such as a perfume, fabric softener, sunscreen agent, antibacterial agent, pesticide, insecticide and such other compounds that provide functionality on the article. The treated articles of the invention retain more than an effective amount of active compounds even after numerous washings.

Abstract: A device for assisting the development of an infant's visual acuity and for transferring the mother's scent to an infantile environment. Supple fabric contacts an area of the mother's body for absorbing a portion of the mother's scent and is thereafter transferred and located in proximity with the infantile environment for venting the transferred scent about the infantile environment. Due to the device's contrasting colors, the training of the infant's visual acuity can be enhanced.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a fiber product treating agent and a method of increasing the longevity of perfume in a fiber product treating agent. The present invention specifically relates to a fiber product treating agent containing (a) a compounds represented by the following formulae (1-1) and (1-2) and (b) a perfume, wherein the content of compounds as component (a) in which the carbon number of R11 is 21 or more is 50% by weight or more, or a fiber product treating agent comprising the above components (a) and (b), wherein the content of perfumery components having a boiling point of 250° C. or more and a logPow of 3 or more is 20% by weight or more in the component (b), and a method of using the above component (a) to increase the longevity of the perfume in the fiber product treating agent.

Abstract: Articles and method for utilization of aromatherapeutic agents in both entertainment and therapeutic situations or a combination thereof, the invention contemplates the disposition of aromatherapeutic agents on or in substrates of varying description such that pressure applied to such substrates causes release of the aromatherapeutic agents to thereby cause aromas from said aromatherapeutic agents to be sensed at least by a user of the articles. Aromatherapeutic agents can be encapsulated and caused to adhere to a substrate having low-tack adhesive on at least portions thereof such that the substrate can be removable and replaceably attached to an object intended to be struck or peeled by a user to release the encapsulated aromatherapeutic agent. Aromatherapteutic agents carried by an appropriate carrier can be placed in or on a projectile to be thrown against an object causing release for an intended affect.

Abstract: Nasal dilators and strips, methods of their manufacture, and methods for improving the breathing of individuals are provided. The strips and dilators include an elongated substrate, with or without a dilating component or portion, having top and bottom surfaces and a pressure-sensitive adhesive disposed on the bottom surface. The dilator is designed to provide a gentle expanding force to the nasal wall tissue when the dilator is adhesively attached to the nose. This invention further includes a cosmetic fragrance, an aromatic medication and/or transdermal medication disposed on the strips or dilators. In order to improve the shelf-life and in-use olfactory effectiveness of such products, fragrance delivery mechanisms are used. Separation of volatile oils and adhesives are also provided to minimize adhesive residue.

Abstract: Disclosed are cleaning sheets having substantial macroscopic three-dimensionality. Optionally, the macroscopically three-dimensional cleaning sheets can comprise a contractable material (e.g., a scrim material), which when heated and then cooled contracts so as to provide a macroscopic, three-dimensional structure. Macroscopic three-dimensionality is described in terms of “average peak-to-peak distance” and “surface topography index”, as well in terms of “average height differential”. Also disclosed are cleaning implements comprising a handle and the described cleaning sheets. Processes for the sheets, benefits of the processes, and articles of manufacture are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to articles, preferably disposable absorbent articles like sanitary napkins and pantiliners, which comprise a cationic polysaccharide, preferably chitosan material, and silica. Such disposable absorbent articles deliver improved odor control performance (synergistic odor reduction) and improved fluid handling properties/absorption performance. In one embodiment of the present invention, articles are provided which comprise crosslinked silica-cationic polysaccharides. These articles deliver not only improved odor control and fluid handling properties when in use but are able to maintain these properties even upon prolonged wearing time, typically upon ageing of the bodily fluid in the articles and/or upon subsequent fluid discharge in the articles.

Abstract: A floor cleaning wipe comprising a water insoluble substrate which is impregnated with a floor cleaning composition.

Abstract: Disclosed are cleaning sheets having substantial macroscopic three-dimensionality. Optionally, the macroscopically three-dimensional cleaning sheets can comprise a contractable material (e.g., a scrim material), which when heated and then cooled contracts so as to provide a macroscopic, three-dimensional structure. Macroscopic three-dimensionality is described in terms of “average peak-to-peak distance” and “surface topography index”, as well in terms of “average height differential”. Also disclosed are cleaning implements comprising a handle and the described cleaning sheets. Processes for the sheets, benefits of the processes, and articles of manufacture are also disclosed.

Abstract: Disclosed are cleaning sheets comprising an additive and perfume. The additive is preferably selected from the group consisting of wax, oil, and mixtures thereof. The cleaning sheets preferably have at least two regions, where the regions are distinguished by basis weight. In particular, the preferred cleaning sheets comprise one or more high basis weight regions having a basis weight of from about 30 to about 120 g/m2 and one or more low basis weight regions, wherein the low basis weight region(s) have a basis weight that is not more than about 80% of the basis weight of the high basis weight region(s). Also disclosed are cleaning sheets having substantial macroscopic three-dimensionality, in addition to having multiple basis weights. Optionally, the macroscopically three-dimensional cleaning sheets can comprise a scrim material, which when heated and then cooled, contracts so as to provide a macroscopic three-dimensional structure.

Abstract: An inexpensive and disposable, highly absorbent pad for placement on a floor surface, directly in front of a urinal, for absorbing fluid not deposited within the confines of the urinal which would otherwise drip on the floor. Fluid absorbed by the pad is prevented from reaching the underlying floor thereby eliminating the problems associated with fluids being deposited on the floor. The pad includes a normally concealed incorporates a normally concealed, flexible, thin plastic disposal container connected to a pad removal member. The disposal container is stored in a normally concealed location, preferably beneath the pad, and automatically deploys and envelops the pad when a force is exerted on the removal member during the pad removal process.

Abstract: This invention is directed to an aqueous polymeric binder composition that is useful in improving the wet strength of pre-moistened wipes. The binder composition comprises a blend or mixture of two components. One component is a water dispersible polymer capable of binding together the fibers composing a nonwoven web. The other component is an aqueous solution or dispersion of a polymer comprised predominantly of self-crosslinking monomer(s).

Abstract: Odour adsorption agent, in particular for use in a hyliene article, comprising a thermoplastic granulate and a zeolite bonded to the thermoplastic granulate by means of a welded bond.

Abstract: Cleaning sheets having long-lasting perfume odor comprise a substrate, perfume, and additive material having a melting point of at least about −15° C., wherein the perfume and additive material are affixed to the substrate. In a preferred embodiment, the perfume and additive material are first blended together and then affixed to the substrate, such that the blend of perfume and additive material has a melting point of at least about 20° C. Methods of imparting perfume odor to a surface, and optionally removing dust or the like from the surface, comprise the step contacting, preferably wiping, the surface with a cleaning sheet of the present invention.

Abstract: A method of treating textile which is yarn or fabric containing spandex fibres, comprising contracting the textile with a perfume so that the perfume is deposited on the fabric. The perfume contains a mixture of fragrance materials which preferentially deposit on the spandex fibres. The yarn of fabric may be made up into garments.

Abstract: A glass cleaning wipe comprising a nonwoven fabric containing wood pulp fibers, the nonwoven fabric is impregnated with a glass cleaning composition.

Abstract: A deodorizing absorbent sheet having a water-insoluble deodorizer and an absorbent polymer which are embedded in a fiber web, wherein the absorbent polymer is fixed to the fibers making up the fiber web. The deodorizer is fixed inside the fiber web via the absorbent polymer. The deodorizer and absorbent polymer are substantially absent on the surface of the absorbent sheet.

Abstract: A device for assisting the development of an infant's visual acuity and for transferring the mother's scent to an infantile environment. Supple fabric contacts an area of the mother's body for absorbing a portion of the mother's scent and is thereafter transferred and attached to the infantile environment for venting the transferred scent about the infantile environment. The supple fabric is also includes a contrasted black and white pattern for assisting the development of the infant's visual acuity. A second side of the device can be supplied with a neutral color.

Abstract: This invention is directed to preparations useful for the permanent or substantially permanent treatment of textiles and other webs. More particularly, the preparations of the invention comprise an agent or other payload surrounded by or contained within a polymeric encapsulator that is reactive to webs, to give textile-reactive nanoparticles. By “textile-reactive” is meant that the payload nanoparticle will form a chemical covalent bond with the fiber, yarn, fabric, textile, finished goods (including apparel), or other web or substrate to be treated. The polymeric encapsulator of the payload nanoparticle has a surface that includes functional groups for binding or attachment to the fibers of the textiles or other webs to be treated, to provide permanent attachment of the payload to the textiles. Alternatively, the surface of the nanoparticle includes functional groups that can bind to a linker molecule that will in turn bind or attach the nanoparticle to the fiber.

Abstract: This invention relates to a disposable wash cloth. The disposable wash cloth includes an aqueous solution incorporated onto a basehseet. The aqueous solution includes a fragrance, at least one mild surfactant, at least one moisturizer, and at least one preservative. The disposable wash cloth is capable of being heated to a select temperature at least twice while maintaining chemical stability.

Abstract: The test includes a test panel placed between and rotatably secured to a cover and a rear panel. The cover has two windows located adjacent each other. Located adjacent the periphery of the test panel are twelve labels. Below each label is a set of choices. When the cover is placed over the test panel and secured thereto the first set of choices and label should be aligned with their respective windows. To use the test, the person scratches the label located above the first set of choices and then immediately sniffs the label. The person then chooses the item which most closely corresponds with what he/she smells and marks it by darkening the circle located adjacent his/her choice. Once all of the labels have been smelled and the choices marked, the test panel is rotated once more. The correctly marked choices will appear in openings formed on the cover.

Abstract: The invention features a lining material for footwear. The material includes a non-woven felt including up to 80% by weight of grooved or multi-lobed cross section transport fibers and the remainder of thermally bondable fibers arranged to secure the transport fibers against abrasion and excessive mechanical stretch presented during incorporation of the lining material into a product during that product's manufacture.

Abstract: A cleaning wipe comprising a nonwoven fabric wherein the nonwoven fabric is impregnated with a cleaning composition.

Abstract: A packaged pre-moistened wet wipe comprising a web of nonwoven fibers bonded with a water soluble and/or dispersible polymeric binder in contact with an aqueous composition which is substantially free of boric acid and contains a sufficient amount of a water-binding compound, which preferably is a salt of an organic or inorganic acid, to prevent the dissolution/redispersion of the water soluble/dispersible components of the binder composition while imbuing the nonwoven with a wet tensile strength that is at least as great as that afforded by a 4 wt % boric acid solution.

Abstract: The present invention relates to articles suitable for controlling odors, especially odors associated with bodily fluids, which comprise a cationic polysaccharide, preferably chitosan material, together with an odor controlling agent, preferably an odor absorbent agent and/or a chelating agent. This combination provides synergistic reduced odor control towards malodors associated with bodily fluids like menses.

Abstract: The present invention relates to articles, preferably disposable absorbent articles like sanitary napkins and pantiliners, which comprise a cationic polysaccharide, preferably chitosan material, and silica. Such disposable absorbent articles deliver improved odor control performance (synergistic odor reduction) and improved fluid handling properties/absorption performance. In one embodiment of the present invention, articles are provided which comprise crosslinked silica-cationic polysaccharides. These articles deliver not only improved odor control and fluid handling properties when in use but are able to maintain these properties even upon prolonged wearing time, typically upon ageing of the bodily fluid in the articles and/or upon subsequent fluid discharge in the articles.

Abstract: The invention relates to a folded fibrous material, e.g. a paper or fabric serviette, which, in the folded state, comprises microcapsules enclosed between two plies (12, 14, 16, 18) of the material, which microcapsules enclose a fragrance or an odor-neutralizing substance (26). The wall material of the microcapsules is connected non-interlockingly with the adjacent material plies (12, 14, 16, 18) optionally by a binder. Upon unfolding of the fibrous material, the microcapsules are destroyed, and a smell or an odor-neutralizing substance is released.

Abstract: A glass cleaning wipe comprising a nonwoven fabric containing wood pulp fibers, the nonwoven fabric is impregnated with a glass cleaning composition.

Abstract: A wipe comprises a piece of sheet material impregnated with a solution rendering the wipe effective in cleaning the fingers or face of an infant or young child, the solution having an attractive flavor, preferably a flavor characteristic of a natural fruit or combination of natural fruits.

Abstract: Fragrance emitting articles are provided along with methods of making and using the same. The fragrance emitting articles provided contain microcapsules of a fragrance, which microcapsules are associated with the fragrance emitting article without the addition of a binder. The invention also relates to methods of making the subject fragrance emitting articles and methods of using those articles.

Abstract: The present invention relates to materials which absorb human body odor, or odors associated with humans, prevent production of human body odors, or odors associated with humans, and prevent the detection of human body odors, and odors associated with humans, by animals, The materials comprise polyester fibers and antimicrobial acetate fibers. The materials can be made into, for example, twill, fleece, jerseys and hunting garments, apparel, protective garments and hunting accessories made therefrom.

Abstract: An apparatus comprising a substrate comprising an absorbent material and a composition contained within the substrate, the composition comprising at least an antibacterial agent and a spermicidal agent.

Abstract: This invention provides an encapsulated fragrance in which the fragrance is controlled can be released by exposing the encapsulated fragrance to a solution of a predetermined pH. The invention also contemplates a process for preparing encapsulated fragrances.