Abstract: An aqueous composition for removing nail polish from a wearer's nail(s) is disclosed. This nail polish remover is essentially free of organic solvents, such as acetone, ethyl acetate, butyl acetate, and the like. The aqueous nail polish remover includes at least one amide of an aminoalcohol at a concentration of about 0.1% or greater in water.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions for removing nail polish including at least about 20% by weight of a C2-C3 monoalcohol, at least about 10% by weight of glycerin, and a diester of a dicarboxylic acid. The compositions optionally include water. The water, if present, is present in a concentration by weight that is less than the concentration by weight of glycerin. If the concentration of glycerin is from 30% to 60% by weight, then the concentration of C2-C3 monoalcohol is at least about 30% by weight.

Abstract: A method for coating at least regions of a medical implant includes providing a medical implant having a surface to be coated, and immersing the surface of the medical implant into a liquid including at least one pharmaceutically active substance, whereby the liquid is transferred to the surface of the medical implant due to the immersing. The method also includes pulling the surface of the medical implant out of the liquid, whereby part of the liquid remains adhering to the surface of the medical implant.

Abstract: A method and composition for removing UV cured nail gel wherein the composition comprises acetone and an alkoxylated lanolin oil is disclosed. The method comprises applying the composition to a cured nail gel and allowing the composition to soak.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides, in part, a solvent composition including an an acetic acid alkyl (C1-C4) ester (e.g., methyl acetate (MA), ethyl acetate (EA), or tert-butyl acetate (TBAc)) and a carbonate ester (e.g., dimethyl carbonate, or propylene carbonate).

Abstract: A nail polish remover that is safer and more environmentally friendly than conventional acetone-based and petrochemical-based nail polish removers containing a mixture of water and at least one lower alkyl acetate, and an amount of an emulsifier that is sufficient to emulsify the alkyl acetate to prevent phase separation of the mixture. Exemplary compositions include, as the lower alkyl acetate, n-butyl acetate in an amount of from 10% to 60% by volume, ethanol, as the emulsifier, in an amount of from 0 to 20% by volume, and the balance being water.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a water based nail polish remover composition comprising an anionic surfactant, a water soluble solvent, and water; wherein the anionic surfactant is selected from the group consisting of secondary C6-C22-alkane sulfonate trialcohol amine salts and mixtures thereof. The invention also relates to the use of the composition for removing nail polish.

Abstract: One aspect of the present invention comprises a nail polish removing composition that is essentially free of acetone and ethyl acetate, and is essentially free of odor. The composition includes at least one triester of glycerol and C2-C5 carboxylic acid, at least one C3-C5 glycol, at least one C4-C6 cyclic carbonate, and, optionally, at least one colorant. Another aspect of the present invention is a method of removing nail polish, comprising providing the nail polish removing composition; immersing an absorbent material in the composition, wherein the absorbent material absorbs the composition; contacting the absorbent material to nail polish for a time sufficient to plasticize the nail polish film; and removing the plasticized nail polish film by mechanically rubbing with the absorbent material, wherein the composition comprises one or more phases.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides, in part, a solvent composition including an an acetic acid alkyl (C1-C4) ester (e.g., methyl acetate (MA), ethyl acetate (EA), or tert-butyl acetate (TBAc)) and a carbonate ester (e.g.

Abstract: A method and composition for removing UV cured nail gel wherein the composition comprises acetone and an alkoxylated lanolin oil is disclosed. The method comprises applying the composition to a cured nail gel and allowing the composition to soak.

Abstract: A method and composition for removing UV cured nail gel wherein the composition comprises acetone and an alkoxylated lanolin oil is disclosed. The method comprises applying the composition to a cured nail gel and allowing the composition to soak.

Abstract: One aspect of the present invention comprises a nail polish removing composition that is essentially free of acetone and ethyl acetate, and is essentially free of odor. The composition includes at least one triester of glycerol and C2-C5 carboxylic acid, at least one C3-C5 glycol, at least one C4-C6 cyclic carbonate, and, optionally, at least one colorant. Another aspect of the present invention is a method of removing nail polish, comprising providing the nail polish removing composition; immersing an absorbent material in the composition, wherein the absorbent material absorbs the composition; contacting the absorbent material to nail polish for a time sufficient to plasticize the nail polish film; and removing the plasticized nail polish film by mechanically rubbing with the absorbent material, wherein the composition comprises one or more phases.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a composition of a nail polish remover to overcome the drawbacks of conventional nail polish removers that contain acetone, have irritating smells, and cause corrosive damages. The composition of the present invention includes gamma-butyrolactone with a weight percentage of 10% to 95%, water with a weight percentage of 2.3899% to 52.9% and an additive with a weight percentage of 2.6101% to 37.1%. The main composition used for removing nail polish is ?-butyrolactone which has no irritating smell and less damage to nails.

Abstract: A method and composition for removing UV cured nail gel wherein the composition comprises acetone and an alkoxylated lanolin oil is disclosed. The method comprises applying the composition to a cured nail gel and allowing the composition to soak.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cleaning agent, characterized in that the cleaning agent comprises a microemulsion or a fluid nanophase system, and has the following components: a) at least one non-water-soluble substance having a solubility in water of less than 4 g per liter; b) at least one amphiphile substance, NP-MCA, that has no tenside structure, does not form structures on its own, has a solubility in water or oil between 4 g and 1000 g per liter, and preferably does not accumulate at the oil-water boundary, with the provision that NP-MCA is not selected from among 2-Ethyl-1,3-Hexanediol, 2-Methyl-2,4-Pentanediol, 2-(n-Butyl)-2-Ethyl-1,3-Propanediol and/or 1,2-Diols; c) at least one anionic, cationic, amphoteric and/or non-ionic tenside; d) water and/or a water-soluble solvent having hydroxyl functionality and, optionally, additives.

Abstract: The present patent application relates to a keratin material coating kit comprising: a first composition comprising an aqueous phase, at least one alginic acid-based compound A and at least one compound B in the form of a water-soluble salt, the said compound being capable of releasing a gas on contact with an acid having a pKa ranging from 1 to 6, and a second composition comprising at least one acid having a pKa ranging from 1 to 6 and at least one agent C for complexing the alginic acid-based compound, the said agent being in the form of a water-soluble salt.

Abstract: A gelled nail polish remover includes of a thickening agent of approximately 1.0%-5.0% by weight, low volatility organic solvents of approximately 85%-99% by weight, a skin conditioning agent of approximately 0.1%-5.0% by weight, and an antioxidant of approximate 0.15%-0.3% by weight, which are mixed to form a gel for removing nail polish and featuring low toxin, low volatility, low flammability, and almost no odor smell.

Abstract: The present invention provides a nail polish remover comprising isobutyl nitrite and butylated linseed oil as active ingredients for nail polish removal, conditioning and adhesion promotion.

Abstract: A composition with improved chemical stability and increased the efficacy as an alkylene carbonate-containing nail polish remover or general purpose solvent, such as a paint thinner or stripper is disclosed. The composition includes: (i) between 10% and 98% by weight of at least one alkylene carbonate solvent, (ii) between 1.5% and 25% by weight water, and (iii) an effective amount of a pH-buffering agent that maintains the pH of the composition between approximately pH 2 and pH 6.5 and that is chemically inert in the composition. The water in the composition functions to increase the rate at which the composition dissolves, e.g., nail lacquers, and the pH-buffering agent functions to stabilize the alkylene carbonate solvent against hydrolytic decomposition from pH-altering contaminants that may be introduced into the composition.

Abstract: The present invention provides a nail polish remover comprising isobutyl nitrite and butylated linseed oil as active ingredients for nail polish removal, conditioning and adhesion promotion.

Abstract: A nail polish remover and methods of removing nail polish are provided, where the nail polish remover includes a least one heterocyclic solvent having a carbonyl group. A thickening agent may be included.

Abstract: A nail polish remover is formulated from a combination of solvents derived from naturally occurring materials, which combination consists essentially of a (i) a major proportion by weight (“by wt”) of esters of fatty acids having from 16 to 18 carbon atoms wherein the content of linoleic acid ester in the source vegetable oil is less than 60%, and (ii) a minor proportion by weight of a lower (C1–C5) alkyl lactate. The nail polish remover is highly effective yet has good skin conditioning properties, is non-toxic and non-flammable. A visible residue several micrometers thick provides a desirable gloss on the cleaned nails unless it is washed off.

Abstract: At least one towellette is impregnated with a paint and nail polish remover formulation (remover formulation) by spraying. The remover formulation cleans polyurethane paint, enamel paint, printing inks and adhesives from hands, or nail polish from finger nails. The remover formulation includes dimethyl ester, dimethyl sulfoxide and methyl soyate, which all act as solvents. Alcohol, ethyl lactate and oxy-1,2-ethanediyl nonylphenyl-omega-hydroxy are preferably included in the remover formulation. The alcohol acts as a solvent and a drying agent. The ethyl lactate acts as a solvent. The oxy-1,2-ethanediyl nonylphenyl-omega-hydroxy acts as a surfactant to remove the solvents. The remover formulation also preferably includes aloe vera, propylene glycol and water. The at least one towellette is preferably in the form of a roll, which is contained in a dispenser.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a nail polish remover with excellent solvency and reduced environmental impact for use with artificial nails. Specifically, the nail polish remover contains methyl acetate, a glycol ether coupling agent, and a novel stabilizer. Further, the nail polish remover meets or exceeds contemporary regulations regarding air quality.

Abstract: A nail polish remover and methods of removing nail polish are provided, where the nail polish remover includes a least one heterocyclic solvent having a carbonyl group. A thickening agent may be included.

Abstract: A nail polish remover and methods of removing nail polish are provided, where the nail polish remover includes a mixture of at least two heterocyclic solvents having a carbonyl group. A thickening agent may be included.

Abstract: A nail polish remover is formulated from a combination of solvents derived from naturally occurring materials, which combination consists essentially of a (i) a major proportion by weight (“by wt”) of esters of fatty acids having from 16 to 18 carbon atoms wherein the content of linoleic acid ester in the source vegetable oil is less than 60%, and (ii) a minor proportion by weight of a lower (C1-C5) alkyl lactate. The nail polish remover is highly effective yet has good skin conditioning properties, is non-toxic and non-flammable. A visible residue several micrometers thick provides a desirable gloss on the cleaned nails unless it is washed off.

Abstract: Provided herein are moist towelettes useful for cleansing, among other things, hard surfaces and human skin. The moist towelettes of the invention comprise a towelette portion which is moistened with a liquid composition of matter wherein the liquid composition includes an alkylene carbonate as one of its components. According to one preferred form of the invention, the liquid composition from which the towelettes are made moist are alcohol-free. In another embodiment, a substantial portion of the alcohol in a given formulation is replaced with an alkylene carbonate component. Preferred alkylene carbonate components include propylene carbonate, butylene carbonate, and glycerine carbonate.

Abstract: Composition for removal of nail polish, plaster, adhesives, discolorations or other adhesive products on the skin and/or nails, which to at least 20% includes one or more esters of one or more natural oils, which further includes one or more synthetic esters, and which is substantially free from volatile solvents. The invention also refers to a composition of the same type for paintbrush wash and/or removal of industrial paint or other adhesive products on objects.

Abstract: A composition which is a mixture of a hydroxylated carboxylic acid ester and a mono-, di- or tricarboxylic acid ester for solvating a nail polish lacquer for removal is described. Included are kits for compositions for and a method of using the compositions.

Abstract: An artificial nail remover includes the following ingredients: acetone, methyl ethyl ketone, ethanol, dimethyl esters, Glycerine, water, vitamin E, and a perfume.

Abstract: A method for the thickening of mineral oil products, wherein the thickened mineral oil product exhibits shear-thinning so as to be applicable to a surface by non-pressurized spray mechanisms. The thickening agent added to the petroleum distillate comprises a thixotropic thickener chosen from the group consisting of mixtures comprising a triblock copolymer and a hydrocarbon oil, and N-Lauroyl glutamic acid di-n-butylamide.

Abstract: A dispenser for petroleum distillate based household products, such as furniture oil, baby oil, or the like, comprises a non-pressurized spray bottle comprising a reduced volume spray apparatus which dispenses less than about 0.8 ml per actuation, and a removal resistant neck closure which does not permit closure removal or easy opening of the container. Lower risk is also obtained by addition of a thixotropic thickener to the petroleum distillate based product, to provide a product having a viscosity of greater than 100 SUS at rest at 100° F., but which exhibits shear-thinning, so as to be capable of being dispensed as a spray or fine mist by a non-pressurized spray dispenser or pump. Still further risk lowering may be attained by the addition of an effective amount of a bittering or aversion agent so as to substantially discourage voluntary ingestion of the petroleum distillate based product.

Abstract: An artificial nail remover includes the following ingredients: acetone, methyl ethyl ketone, ethanol, dimethyl esters, Glycerine, water, vitamin E, and a perfume.

Abstract: A thickened nail polish-lacquer removing composition having a smooth, substantially non-granular consistency. The composition is substantially non-irritating and non-sensitizing to the skin surrounding the fingernails and toenails. Upon drying, the residue of the lacquer-removing composition is water-soluble. The composition includes from 51% to 99.9% by weight of butyrolactone organic solvent and/or a propylene glycol derivative solvent and from 0.1% to 5% by weight of at least one water-soluble thickening agent capable of functioning in the absence of a neutralizing agent, and which is present in an amount effective to produce an absolute kinematic viscosity at 20° C. of from 250-10,000 cp.

Abstract: A composition which is a mixture of a hydroxylated carboxylic acid ester and a mono-, di- or tricarboxylic acid ester for solvating a nail polish lacquer for removal is described. Included are kits for compositions for and a method of using the compositions.

Abstract: An organic solvent based cosmetic remover composition gelled to a viscosity of 25 to 500,000 centipoise with a synthetic metal silicate gelling agent.

Abstract: A composition for removing make-up from keratinous material comprised of a polysaccharide alkyl ether formed of units containing at least two different saccharide rings, each unit containing at least one hydroxyl group substituted with a saturated hydrocarbon-based alkyl chain combined with a make-up-removing system comprising at least one non-aqueous solvent and/or an oil and/or a surfactant. The polysaccharide alkyl ether preferably has a molecular weight of greater than 200,000 and is in particular a guar gum alkyl ether having a degree of substitution of about 2 to 3, in particular 2.5.

Abstract: A composition for removing make-up from keratinous material comprised of a polysaccharide alkyl ether formed of units containing at least two different saccharide rings, each unit containing at least one hydroxyl group substituted with a saturated hydrocarbon-based alkyl chain combined with a make-up-removing system comprising at least one non-aqueous solvent and/or an oil and/or a surfactant. The polysaccharide alkyl ether preferably has a molecular weight of greater than 200,000 and is in particular a guar gum alkyl ether having a degree of substitution of about 2 to 3, in particular 2.5.

Abstract: A thickened nail polish-lacquer removing composition having a smooth, substantially non-granular consistency. The composition is substantially non-irritating and non-sensitizing to the skin surrounding the fingernails and toenails. Upon drying, the residue of the lacquer-removing composition is water-soluble. The composition includes from 51% to 99.9% by weight of butyrolactone organic solvent and/or a propylene glycol derivative solvent and from 0.1% to 5% by weight of at least one water-soluble thickening agent capable of functioning in the absence of a neutralizing agent, and which is present in an amount effective to produce an absolute kinematic viscosity at 20° C. of from 250-10,000 cp.

Abstract: A nail polish remover composition comprising aliphatic dibasic esters and alkali refined soybean oil. Preferably, the composition may further include a thickener to make the composition a non-pourable gel. The composition may further include fragrances and color additives for final product aesthetics.

Abstract: A thickened nail polish-lacquer removing composition having a smooth, substantially non-granular consistency. The composition is substantially non-irritating and non-sensitizing to the skin surrounding the fingernails and toenails. Upon drying, the residue of the lacquer-removing composition is water-soluble. The composition includes from 51% to 99.9% by weight of butyrolactone organic solvent and/or a propylene glycol derivative solvent and from 0.1% to 5% by weight of at least one water-soluble thickening agent capable of functioning in the absence of a neutralizing agent, and which is present in an amount effective to produce an absolute kinematic viscosity at 20.degree. C. of from 250-10,000 cp.

Abstract: A nail polish removing composition including fatty acid methyl or ethyl esters, N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone or similar solvent, and a surfactant. The improved nail polish remover has good polish dissolving and removal characteristics, low volatility, low flammability, very low odor, easy clean-up, and skin conditioning properties. In an alternative embodiment, a thickener is added to make the composition a non-pourable gel.

Abstract: A thickened nail polish remover includes a solvent/water blend containing a major amount of organic solvent and a minor amount of water. The nail polish remover also includes a water-wetted thickener that, when dry, is readily dispersible in water but not readily dispersible in the solvent/water blend. The nail polish remover further includes a long chain amine neutralizing agent. The thickened nail polish remover has a viscosity of from 3,000 centipoise to 90,000 centipoise at 21.degree. C. In one embodiment, the thickened nail polish remover is formulated to be easily rinsable from the nails with water, by selecting a long chain amine neutralizing agent so that the neutralized thickener is compatible both with the solvent/water blend and with the water used to rinse the nails. In the method of preparing the thickened nail polish remover, the thickener is prewetted with the water of the solvent/water blend to form a dispersion of the thickener in the water.

Abstract: The use of an organopolysiloxane of elastomeric nature used in combination with an organic phase for the preparation of a composition and/or in a composition for removing make-up from the nails, in particular by a solvent for nail varnish. The organic phase comprises at least one organic solvent or at least one mixture of cosmetic organic solvents capable of dissolving a nail varnish and having Hansen's mean solubility parameters dD, dP and dH which satisfy the following three conditions:(1) dD.ltoreq.20 (J/cm.sup.3).sup.1/2(2) dP.ltoreq.10 (J/cm.sup.3).sup.1/2(3) dH.ltoreq.15 (J/cm.sup.3).sup.1/2The products for the removal of make-up from the nails, according to the invention, can give the latter, after use, a lasting soft feel without spoiling them. They are capable of not producing phenomena of drying out of the nail, nail whitening or losses in nail gloss after removal of make-up.

Abstract: A method for removing a scuff mark from a shoe surface made from a synthetic material comprises the steps of: applying a fingernail polish remover composition to the shoe surface with a cotton ball; rubbing the composition into the surface; and removing the scuff mark and the composition from the surface. The composition may consist essentially of acetone; water; glycerin; diglycerol; and gelatin. The composition may alternately consist essentially of ethyl acetate; isopropyl alcohol; water; benzophenone 1; isopropyl myristate; butyl acetate; and mineral salts containing sodium, potassium, magnesium, calcium, chloride, bromide, iodide, sulfate, and carbonate. Still further, the composition may alternately consist essentially of other nail polish remover compositions.

Abstract: A nail polish remover comprises about 25 to 95% glycol ether ester and about 5 to 75% glycol ether. The remover preferably comprises about 5 to 40% water. The remover is highly effective and yet is gentle to the nails and skin and relatively hazard-free. The remover is free of acetone and ethyl acetate, the two most widely used and hazardous solvents in current commercial nail polish removers.

Abstract: An enamel remover, which contains acetone, ethylene carbonate, and a monohydric lower alcohol at a specific ratio, has a notable effect for removing enamel painted on nails and has no stimulant odor in use. In addition, it does not damage nails or skin.

Abstract: A solvent that will remove all types of commercially available water soluble polymers by breaking the covalent bonds within the polymer molecules such that these polymers can then be removed from all surfaces and equipment completely and safely by washing away with water.The solvent consists of (in a 21/2 gallon concentrated solution) 4% of ammonium chloride, 29% of ammonium hydroxide, and 67% water.

Abstract: A cleaning solution consisting essentially of dimethyl ester, water and one or more organic solvents completely miscible at 23.degree. C. with dimethyl ester and water, said water present at at least ten weight percent based on the weight of solution components.