Abstract: A process for preparing an opaque composition using ethylene glycol distearate including the steps of providing a starting composition including A) from 0.5 parts by weight to 15 parts by weight of at least one surfactant, B) from 0.5 parts by weight to 15 parts by weight of at least one emulsifier, C) from 10 parts by weight to 30 parts by weight ethylene glycol distearate, and D) from 20 parts by weight to 85 parts by weight water; b) stirring the starting composition at a temperature in a range from 60° C. to 100° C.; and c) cooling to a temperature in a range from 5° C. to 55° C. to obtain the opaque composition.

Abstract: The invention relates to a shampoo composition for enhancing deposition of oil drop onto a substrate, comprising a mixture of sulfonated methyl ester compounds containing two or more sulfonated methyl esters of a fatty acid having a chain length of 12 to 20 carbon atoms (C12-C20); a zwitterionic surfactant; an oil phase; and a cationic polymer. The shampoo composition may further comprise an inorganic electrolyte such as sodium chloride. The invention also relates to use of the shampoo composition for enhancing deposition of oil drop onto a substrate, wherein the composition comprises a specific blend of sulfonated methyl ester compounds.

Abstract: The invention relates to a shampoo composition for enhancing deposition of oil drop onto a substrate, comprising a mixture of sulfonated methyl ester compounds containing two or more sulfonated methyl esters of a fatty acid having a chain length of 12 to 20 carbon atoms (C12-C20); a zwitterionic surfactant; an oil phase; and a cationic polymer. The shampoo composition may further comprise an inorganic electrolyte such as sodium chloride. The invention also relates to use of the shampoo composition for enhancing deposition of oil drop onto a substrate, wherein the composition comprises a specific blend of sulfonated methyl ester compounds.

Abstract: The need for an antimicrobial hard surface cleaning composition providing good antimicrobial efficacy, even at low levels of the antimicrobial agent, while also providing improved surface shine, is met by formulating the composition with an antimicrobial active and an amine.

Abstract: Aqueous surfactant compositions containing one or more alpha-sulfo fatty acid disalt (A) of general formula (I), R1CH(SO3M1)COOM2??(I), in which the radical R1 is a linear or branched alkyl or alkenyl radical having 6 to 18 carbon atoms and the radicals M1 and M2, independently of one another, are selected from H, Li, Na, K, Ca/2, Mg/2, ammonium, and alkanolamine, one or more N-acyl amino acid compound (B) selected from glycinates of general formula (IIa), sarcosinates of general formula (IIb), ?-alaninates of general formula (IIc), and ?-alaninates of general formula (IId) R23—CO—NH—CH2—COOM13??(IIa) R23—CO—N(CH3)—CH2—COOM13??(IIb) R23—CO—NH—CH(CH3)—COOM13??(IIc) R23—CO—NH—CH2—CH2—COOM13??(IId), wherein the radical R23 in the compounds (IIa), (IIb), (IIc) and (IId) is a linear or branched alkyl or alkenyl radical having 7 to 19 carbon atoms and the radical M13 is selected from H, Li, Na, K, Ca/2, Mg/2, ammonium, and alkanolamine, and water.

Abstract: A stable flowable aqueous composition comprising at least two component surfactants, each component surfactant having a maximum solubility in water at which a saturated solution forms, wherein the total concentration of all surfactants present in the composition is greater than would be obtained by combining equivalent amounts of saturated solutions of the component surfactants; wherein at least one component surfactant includes a compound of formula (I): wherein R1 represents a C4-36 alkyl group; each of R2, R3, R4 and R5 independently represents a hydrogen atom or a C1-4 alkyl group and wherein at least one of R2, R3, R4 and R5 is not hydrogen and M? represents a cation.

Abstract: A fire fighting composition according to the invention comprises a first surfactant selected from alkyl group-containing amphoteric surfactants, wherein the alkyl group contains at least 8 carbon atoms, and alkyl group-containing zwitterionic surfactants, wherein the alkyl group contains at least 8 carbon atoms, and mixtures thereof, and a second surfactant selected from alkyl group-containing anionic surfactants, wherein the alkyl group contains at least 8 carbon atoms, and wherein the weight ratio of the first surfactant to the second surfactant is in the range of from 3:1 to 1:1.5, wherein the fire fighting foaming composition is essential free of fluorine. Typically, the first surfactant is selected from alkyl amine oxides, betaines and N-alkyl pyrrolidones. Typically, the second surfactant is selected from alkyl sulphates, alkyl phosphates, dialkylsulphosuccinates, sodium alkyl ether sulphates and alkyl carboxylates.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic composition, especially a haircare composition for conditioning the hair, which comprises an amino silicone, a cationic surfactant, a fatty alcohol comprising 8 to 30 carbon atoms, and a hydrocarbon-based oil. The invention also relates to a treatment process for keratin substances, in particular for conditioning hair, implementing said cosmetic composition.

Abstract: The invention provides a bactericidal/algicidal method including adding an oxidant-based bactericidal/algicidal agent and a stabilizer therefor to a target water system, characterized in that the amount of combined chlorine or the stabilizer in the water system is controlled by generating free residual chlorine in the water system, and a bactericidal/algicidal method including adding an oxidant-based bactericidal/algicidal agent and a stabilizer therefor to a target water system, characterized in that the amount of the oxidant-based bactericidal/algicidal agent added is controlled so that the concentration of total residual chlorine in the water system falls within a predetermined range, and the amount of combined chlorine or the stabilizer is controlled so that the concentration of free residual chlorine in the water system falls within a predetermined range.

Abstract: A laundry detergent composition including an alkyl isethionate and a de-foaming agent.

Abstract: Disclosed are a variety of amphoteric compounds having a heterocyclic quaternary nitrogen group. The heterocycle includes pyridines, piperidines, and pyrrolidines, and is linked to the hydrophobe via either an amide or an ester linkage. These heterocyclic amphoteric compounds can be advantageously prepared in high yield and purity by a two-step chemoenzymatic process, and have excellent surfactant properties.

Abstract: A method of preventing microbial growth on water treatment dispersant includes adding a quantity of zinc to a liquid dispersant used for sequestering of alkaline earth metals. The zinc inhibits growth of mold, fungi and bacteria in the liquid dispersant. A mixture is defined that includes the zinc and the liquid dispersant.

Abstract: A cleansing composition for cleansing skin, especially for removing grease from skin. A cleaning composition of the present invention may also be used in ready-to-use (or in-use) kits, such as two component kits, suitable for cleansing skin.

Abstract: Disclosed is a cleansing composition containing from about 6% to about 20% of at least one nonionic surfactant; from about 3% to about 10% of at least one amphoteric surfactant; from about 2% to about 8% of at least one anionic surfactant; and from about 0.1% to about 5% of at least one cationic conditioning surfactant, cationic conditioning amine, or a mixture thereof; wherein the amount of nonionic surfactant present in the final composition is greater than the amount of the amphoteric surfactant, and the ratio of the nonionic surfactant (a) to anionic surfactant (c) is at least about 1.9 as much as the anionic surfactant, based on the weight percent of each surfactant in the final composition.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a cleansing composition containing: (a) from about 6% to about 20% of at least one nonionic surfactant; (b) from about to about 10% of at least one amphoteric surfactant; (c) from about 2% to about 8% of at least one anionic surfactant; and (d) from about 0.01% to about 5% of at least one cationic conditioning polymer; wherein the amount of nonionic surfactant (a) present in the final composition is greater than the amount of the amphoteric surfactant (b), and the ratio of nonionic surfactant (a) to anionic surfactant (c) is at least 1.9, based on the weight percent of each surfactant in the final composition.

Abstract: The antimicrobial composition of the present invention comprises a cationic active ingredient, a quaternized sugar-derived surfactant, and an optional foam boosting surfactant. These formulations have a high cidal activity in a short amount of time and provide stable copious foam. The formulations of the present invention also exhibit enhanced tissue (e.g. skin) compatibility as defined by an in vitro whole toxicology assessment method.

Abstract: This shampoo composition includes 3 to 30 mass % of a taurine salt component (a) of an acylmethyl-?-alanine represented by formula (1); 3 to 30 mass % of an amphoteric surfactant component (b) represented by formula (2) or formula (3); 0.03 to 3 mass % of a cationized polymer component (c); and 37 to 94 mass % of a water component (d), the mass ratio (a)/(b) of the component (a) and the component (b) is 0.2 to 3. (R1CO represents a C8-22 acyl group. M represents an alkali metal, alkanolamine or basic amino acid.) (R2 represents a C8-22 alkyl group or alkenyl group.) (R3CO represents a C8-22 acyl group, and n represents 1 to 3.

Abstract: This shampoo composition includes 3 to 30 mass % of a taurine salt component (a) of an acylmethyl-?-alanine represented by formula (1); 3 to 30 mass % of an amphoteric surfactant component (b) represented by formula (2) or formula (3); 0.03 to 3 mass % of a cationized polymer component (c); and 37 to 94 mass % of a water component (d), the mass ratio (a)/(b) of the component (a) and the component (b) is 0.2 to 3. (R1CO represents a C8-22 acyl group. M represents an alkali metal, alkanolamine or basic amino acid.) (R2 represents a C8-22 alkyl group or alkenyl group.) (R3CO represents a C8-22 acyl group, and n represents 1 to 3.

Abstract: A composition comprising a) a surfactant comprising an anionic surfactant; b) at least 8 weight % of the composition of a C12-18 fatty alcohol, and c) water. A cleansing method includes applying the composition to skin or hair and washing, and optionally rinsing with water.

Abstract: To provide a cleansing composition showing excellent properties during cleansing and rinsing while satisfying foam performance. The hair cleansing composition according to the invention contains the following ingredients (A), (B), (C), and (D) at a weight ratio of Ingredient (A) to Ingredient (B) [(A)/(B)] is of from 0.1 to 1.2 and at a weight ratio of Ingredient (A) to Ingredient (C) [(A)/(C)] of from 0.1 to 1.2: (A) an ether carboxylate surfactant, (B) an ether sulfate surfactant, (C) a betaine amphoteric surfactant, (D) a cationic-group containing copolymer obtained by the copolymerization of a monomer mixture containing three monomers.

Abstract: A low irritancy cleansing composition comprises: (a) an anionic surfactant compound of formula (I): wherein R1 represents a C4-36 substituted or unsubstituted hydrocarbyl group; each of R2, R3, R4 and R5 independently represents a hydrogen atom or a C1-4 alkyl group and wherein at least one of R2, R3, R4 and R5 is not hydrogen and M+ represents a cation; and (b) an amphoteric surfactant; wherein the molar ratio of component (a) to component (b) is from 0.25:1 to 4:1 and wherein the composition comprises less than 3 wt % polyethoxylated non-ionic species.

Abstract: Aqueous free-flowing surfactant compositions having non-Newtonian shear thinning properties are disclosed. These stable compositions include both cationic and anionic surfactants and can suspend water-insoluble particles or partially insoluble components.

Abstract: A cosmetic preparation is disclosed, comprising (a) at least one surfactant selected from the group consisting of non-alkoxylated anionic surfactants, zwitterionic surfactants and amphoteric surfactants, (b) a microemulsion, and (c) at least one cationic polymer.

Abstract: A shampoo composition having from about 5% to about 50% of a combination of sodium lauryl sulfate and sodium laureth-n sulfate, less than 3.82% of sodium laureth-n sulfate having n>1. The shampoo composition further includes from about 0.5% to about 3% of a co-surfactant selected from the group consisting of amphoteric, zwitterionic, and nonionic surfactants. The shampoo composition has a dispersed gel network phase having at least 0.05% of one or more fatty alcohols, at least 0.01% of one or more secondary surfactants, and water. The shampoo composition further includes at least about 20% of an aqueous carrier. The shampoo composition further has an enthalpy of transition from about 0 J/g to about 0.2 J/g as measured according to differential scanning calorimetry in a peak melt transition temperature range between about 18° C. to about 30° C.

Abstract: A process for inhibiting dyed hair fibers from losing their color during shampooing involving contacting the dyed hair fibers with a composition containing: (a) at least one polyamine compound having at least two amino groups; (b) at least one anionic silicone; and (c) optionally, at least one surfactant, and wherein (a) is present in the composition in an amount sufficient to inhibit the dyed hair fibers from losing their color during shampooing.

Abstract: An aqueous composition comprising: (a) an acyl isethionate of formula (I): wherein R1 is an alkyl or alkenyl group having from (7) to (21) carbon atoms and M+ is a cation; and (b) a further surfactant selected from nonionic surfactants, cationic surfactants and anionic surfactants other than those of formula (I); wherein component (a) and component (b) together comprise more than (12) wt % of the composition.

Abstract: An aqueous composition comprising: (a) an acyl isethionate of formula (I): wherein R1 is an alkyl or alkenyl group having from (7) to (21) carbon atoms and M+ a cation; and (b) an amphoteric, betaine or sultaine surfactant; wherein the weight ratio of component (a) to component (b) is more than 3:1.

Abstract: Provided are compositions containing a compatible mixture of a cationic surfactant and an anionic surfactant. A composition according to the invention comprises: (a) a first surfactant of formula I: wherein R, R1, R2, and R3 Y, X, and n are as defined below; (b) a second surfactant that is oppositely charged to the first surfactant.

Abstract: An aqueous composition includes: (a) surfactants comprising a salt of a C10-16 alcohol ethoxylate sulfate, a betaine surfactant, and an alkyl polyglucoside, wherein the salt of the C10-16 alcohol ethoxylate sulfate is present in a quantity that is greater than any other surfactant; (b) at least 15 weight % of the composition of a C12-18 fatty acid. A cleansing method includes applying the composition to skin or hair and washing, and optionally rinsing with water.

Abstract: A composition comprising a) a surfactant comprising an anionic surfactant; b) at least 8 weight % of the composition of a C12-18 fatty alcohol, and c) water. A cleansing method includes applying the composition to skin or hair and washing, and optionally rinsing with water.

Abstract: An aqueous conditioning shampoo composition comprising an anionic cleansing surfactant and a gel network comprising: (i) a fatty material selected from C12-C22 fatty alcohol, C12-C22 fatty acid, C12-C22 fatty amide or mixtures thereof and (ii) hydrophobic particulates having a melting point of greater than that of the fatty material.

Abstract: Aqueous free-flowing surfactant compositions having non-Newtonian shear thinning properties are disclosed. These stable compositions include both cationic and anionic surfactants and can suspend water-insoluble particles or partially insoluble components.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to novel detergent compositions comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least one sulfate or sulfonate anionic surfactant, at least one amphoteric and/or zwitterionic surfactant and at least one particular amino silicone, the (amphoteric and/or zwitterionic surfactant)/(sulfate or sulfonate anionic surfactant) weight ratio ranging from 1:1 to 2:1, the total amount of surfactants representing from 4% to 35% by weight relative to the total weight of the final composition. The disclosure also relates to the use of the composition for protecting the coloration of, for example, artificially dyed hair.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to novel detergent compositions comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, (A) at least one sulfate or sulfonate anionic surfactant, (B) at least one surfactant chosen from amphoteric and zwitterionic surfactants and (C) at least one amino silicone with a weight-average molecular mass Mw greater than or equal to 75,000, the (sulfate or sulfonate anionic surfactant)/(amphoteric and/or zwitterionic surfactant) weight ratio ranging from 1:1 to 2:1, the total amount of surfactants representing from 4% to 35% by weight relative to the total weight of the final composition. The disclosure also relates to the use of the composition for protecting the coloration of artificially dyed hair.

Abstract: The aqueous hair cleansing agent of the present invention contains components (A), (B), (C), and (D) below: (A) from 1 to 30 weight % of a sulfate type anionic surfactant represented by the general formula (1) below R1O(CH2CH2O)nSO3M??(1) wherein in the general formula (1) above, R1 presents an alkyl group or alkenyl group having 10 to 18 carbon atoms, M presents an alkali metal, an alkaline earth metal, ammonium, an alkanolamine, or a basic amino acid, and n presents a number from 0 to 5 as a mass average; (B) from 0.1 to 10 weight % of a polyoxypropylene alkyl ether type nonionic surfactant represented by the general formula (2) below R2O(CH2CH(CH3)O)mH??(2) wherein in the general formula (2) above, R2 presents a straight chain or branched alkyl group or alkenyl group having 8 to 10 carbon atoms, and m presents a number from 0.5 to 4 as a mass average; (C) from 0.

Abstract: A shampoo composition having from about 5% to about 50% of a combination of sodium lauryl sulfate and sodium laureth-n sulfate, less than 3.82% of sodium laureth-n sulfate having n>1. The shampoo composition further includes from about 0.5% to about 3% of a co-surfactant selected from the group consisting of amphoteric, zwitterionic, and nonionic surfactants. The shampoo composition has a dispersed gel network phase having at least 0.05% of one or more fatty alcohols, at least 0.01% of one or more secondary surfactants, and water. The shampoo composition further includes at least about 20% of an aqueous carrier. The shampoo composition further has an enthalpy of transition from about 0 J/g to about 0.2 J/g as measured according to differential scanning calorimetry in a peak melt transition temperature range between about 18° C. to about 30° C.

Abstract: The present invention provides liquid cleaning compositions useful in cold water and hard water laundry applications, and methods for making and using such compositions. The compositions of the invention use surfactants or surfactant blends, such as ?-sulfofatty acid esters or mixtures thereof (optionally along with one or more additional components), that have increased solubility/stability at cold temperatures, at higher-than-usual concentrations, and/or in hard water, with the composition remaining as a clear liquid. In certain embodiments, the compositions of the invention may be provided in the form of a unit dose, for example in a water-soluble pack or pouch. In use, the compositions of the invention result in an enhanced detergency along with a reduced amount of residue remaining in the machine, on laundered garments or cleaned dishware or hard surfaces, and on the body in personal care settings, and demonstrate a longer shelf-life, particularly when stored or used in colder temperatures.

Abstract: Formulations of personal care compositions and personal care concentrate compositions containing salts of sulfonated fatty acid esters and/or salts of sulfonated fatty acids, and an alkyl betaine or sultaine are described. Personal care compositions of the present technology include liquid hand soaps, bath and shower washes, shampoos, 2-in-1 or 3-in-1 shampoos, antidandruff shampoo, facial cleaners, among others.

Abstract: A process for inhibiting dyed hair fibers from losing their color during shampooing involving contacting the dyed hair fibers with a composition containing: (a) at least one polyamine compound having at least two amino groups; (b) at least one anionic silicone; and (c) optionally, at least one surfactant, and wherein (a) is present in the composition in an amount sufficient to inhibit the dyed hair fibers from losing their color during shampooing.

Abstract: An ethylene oxide-free, dioxane-free, and formaldehyde-free personal care concentrate composition free of ethoxylated components which is non-irritating to eyes comprising water, sodium alkyl sulfate, propanediol, and a synthetic amphoteric surfactant selected from the group consisting of cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine and cocamidopropyl betaine is disclosed. This composition is especially suitable for baby shampoos which are not irritating. In some embodiments the composition is free of formaldehyde.

Abstract: Provided are compositions comprising a polyglyceryl nonionic surfactant, a zwitterionic surfactant, an organic acid preservative, a non-sulfate anionic surfactant and water, wherein the composition is substantially free of ethoxylated materials and has a pH of about 5.4 or less, and uses thereof. Also provided are compositions comprising a polyglyceryl nonionic surfactant, a zwitterionic surfactant, an organic acid preservative, and water, wherein the composition is substantially free of ethoxylated materials, substantially free of sulfated anionic surfactants, and has a pH of about 5.4 or less, and uses thereof.

Abstract: A composition and method for a cross-linked acrylic acid polymer based personal cleanser having high clarity is disclosed. Particular compositional ingredients are combined in a specified process such that the final composition comprises a clear, transparent personal cleansing product.

Abstract: A liquid cleansing composition comprising a glyceryl caprylate/caprate ester that provides excellent viscosity-building properties, as well as enhanced foaming properties. The glyceryl caprylate/caprate ester is preferably glyceryl caprylate/caprate, and is preferably obtained by esterifying glycerin with C8-C10 fatty acids derived from coconut or palm kernel oil. The cleansing composition also comprises one or more surfactants, and optional additives, and can be formulated into a body wash, shampoo, 2-in-1 shampoo, facial cleanser, or liquid hand soap.

Abstract: Quaternized cellulose ethers suitable for personal care products are described.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an aqueous composition comprising: i) 0.5 to 10 mass percent of at least one sulfo-succinate surfactant; ii) 0.5 to 10 mass percent of at least one amphoteric surfactant; and iii) free, OH-functional compounds similar to the alcohol component of the esters of the sulfosuccinate surfectants that are employed, wherein the mass ratio of sulfosuccinate surfectant i) to the free, OH-functional compound ranges from 100:1 to 100:20. The invention further relates to the use of such a composition for producing cleansing compositions, or as cleansing compositions, in particular for the cleansing of skin and hair, and to skin and/or hair cleansing agents containing such a composition.

Abstract: A personal cleansing composition exhibiting enhanced skin feel (i.e., enhanced skin softness, reduced skin irritation, reduced residue, and reduced greasy, tacky, or tight skin feel), enhanced foaming and lather, and good cleansing, more specifically, a personal cleansing composition comprising a mixture of alpha sulfonated alkyl esters or sulfonated fatty acids, or salts thereof, with an alkyl sulfoacetate or ethoxylated alkyl sulfoacetate, or salts thereof, secondary surfactants, and optional additives.

Abstract: A pourable ringing gel surfactant composition comprising a mixture of at least one anionic surfactant having a C8-C18 carbon chain and at least one zwitterionic or amphoteric surfactant having a C8-C18 carbon chain, wherein the ringing gel is capable of suspending solid or liquid particles without sedimentation.

Abstract: A personal cleansing composition comprising a liquid matrix comprising water; a lathering surfactant; and an external structurant comprising a bacterial cellulose network and a cationic polymer; wherein a particulate material is suspended within the liquid matrix and the composition has a compositional pH of less than about 7. Methods of use and making are also provided.

Abstract: The invention relates to a concentrated base, particularly for detergent products and products for personal care and hygiene, comprising a combination of at least three surfactants selected from the group consisting of acylmethyltaurates, alkylamidopropylbetaines, alkyl amphoacetates, alkyl amphodiacetates, alkylsulphoacetates, acyl sarcosinates, acyl lactylates and acyl glutamates. The viscosity of the concentrated base of the invention can advantageously be adjusted by simple dilution with water to the concentration of use and/or by adding small amounts of electrolytes. Detergent products and products for personal care and hygiene comprising the concentrated base of the invention are also described.

Abstract: The invention provides a liquid cleansing composition comprising: (i) 1 to 30% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, of anionic surfactant; (ii) up to 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, of amphoteric surfactant; (iii) up to 2% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, of electrolyte; (iv) at least 0.5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, of monoalkanolamide surfactant, and (v) from 50 to 94.5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, of water, wherein the composition has a viscosity upon dilution which is greater than its viscosity prior to dilution.