Abstract: A portable wipe product for use in cleaning objects, such as pacifiers, bottles, teething objects, and cups that are to be placed in a child's mouth. The wipes are dispensed from a portable dispenser. The wipes are covered with an aqueous mixture that, in its basic form, includes purified water, one of an emulsifier and a surfactant, a moisture preserving agent, a chelator, a preservative, and an acidulant. Flavoring and an anti-oxidant may also be added.

Abstract: The present invention relates to detergent compositions comprising a mannasase enzyme and a bleach system preferably comprising a source of hydrogen peroxide and optionally, but preferably, a hydrophobic bleach activator for superior cleaning, stain removal and/or whiteness performance.

Abstract: A composition comprising: an organic chemical having a chemical group having a dipole moment of at least about 1.5 Debyes and a chemical linker selected from the group consisting of carboxylic acids having 4 to 6 carbon atoms, an ethoxylated polyhydric alcohol, a polyvinyl pyrrolidone and a polyethylene glycol having a molecular weight of about 600 to about 10,000, wherein the molar ratio of organic chemical to chemical linker is about 4:1 to 1:4.

Abstract: The present invention provides an antimicrobial composition for disinfection of a skin surface in preparation for surgery. The antimicrobial composition comprises parachlorometaxylenol (PCMX) and an anionic surfactant composition which exhibits both a high degree of antimicrobial efficacy and low skin irritability properties. In a preferred embodiment, the composition comprises an anionic surfactant composition comprising a surfactant having a hydrophobic portion consisting of a linear alkyl and a hydrophilic portion having ethoxylation termination with a sulfonate anionic group, and a sarcosine surfactant. A preferred surfactant composition further comprises a foaming anionic surfactant, such as sodium lauryl sulfate. The antimicrobial composition can be used in skin disinfecting formulations, such as scrub formulations and pre-operative skin disinfecting formulations. In one embodiment, the composition comprises about 3.3% parachlorometaxylenol.

Abstract: A method, staining compositions, and stain removal compositions are disclosed which provide assurance of the washing and subsequent sanitization of skin, particularly skin located on human hands. The hands are washed with a first composition containing at least a soap, detergent, or other skin cleaning agent and an indicator that has the ability to stain certain tissue. The washed yet stained hands are rinsed and dried and then are subjected to a light source with certain wavelengths causing the illumination of the stain on the skin. The hands are then subjected to the application of a second composition that removes the stain and sanitizes the skin. The hands are subjected again to the light source. The presence of the stain on the skin after the first composition is applied and the absence after the second composition is applied indicates satisfactory cleansing and sanitization.

Abstract: The present invention teaches liquid sunscreen compositions in which level of surfactant is higher than level at which the sunscreen component(s) are still soluble in the surfactant in which they are used; and which comprise minimal levels of cationic polymer. Combination of cationic polymer (especially preferred surfactants and at minimum levels) and minimal levels of sunscreen lead to compositions with minimal levels of deposition and minimal SPF. Further, the compositions also maintain good lather.

Abstract: Quaternized monoalkyl compounds derived from fatty acids are described. The quats are produced from fatty acid materials which contain at least about 30% by weight of larger chains containing at least 20 carbons in length. Personal care products produced using these quats are also described.

Abstract: A personal wash liquid composition which comprises 10 to 40% of one or more anionic surfactants, 30 to 50% of one or more humectants, and less than 55% water, characterized in that the water activity of the product is less than 0.9. Compositions according to the invention have been found to have self-preserving properties.

Abstract: The invention concerns compositions for washing and conditioning keratinous materials, particularly hair and/or skin, based on silicon, a surfactant and a hydrophobic guar gum, and the washing and conditioning methods using said compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to quaternary ammonium compounds and formulations thereof useful as cleaning compositions, antistatic compounds, fabric softeners, hair conditioners, skin conditioners, paper deinking and ink floatation, agents, and the like.

Abstract: A cleansing composition comprising (1) at least one foaming surfactant, (2) at least 1% by weight of at least one hydrophilic silica, relative to the total weight of the composition, and (3) at least one oxyalkylenated compound in a physiologically acceptable aqueous medium comprising at least 35% by weight of water, relative to the total weight of the composition.

Abstract: An aqueous cleaning concentrate containing: (a) from about 20 to about 40% by weight of a fatty acid alkyl ester; and (b) from about 5 to about 20% by weight of an emulsifier, all weights being based on the total weight of the composition, and wherein the concentrate is in the form of a PIT emulsion having droplets with a mean diameter of below about 50 &mgr;m.

Abstract: Personal and household care compositions that deliver an audible crackling or popping sound during use. The sound is created by the release of pressurized carbon dioxide that has been encapsulated in a water-soluble structure. The carbon dioxide gas is released as the encapsulating material dissolves or when it is ruptured by mechanical action. The popping or crackling sound helps create consumer interest by signaling the presence and continued action of the product.

Abstract: A cosmetic and/or dermatological composition containing an aqueous phase and a separate oily phase, containing, as preserving agent, poly(hexamethylene biguanide) hydrochloride. The composition is well tolerated by the eyes and stores entirely satisfactorily, while at the same time being in the form of two phases. The composition may be used for cleansing and/or removing make-up from the skin, mucous membranes and/or the eyes, and, most particularly, for removing make-up from sensitive eyes.

Abstract: Compositions suitable for cosmetic and/or dermatological use which contain a oxyethylenated acetylenic diol, and at least one amphiphillic compound having an HLB greater than or equal to 15, in a physiological acceptable medium.

Abstract: A hand soap concentrate and a hand soap use solution are provided. The hand soap concentrate is provided with a viscosity of less than about 200 cps. The hand soap concentrate can be mixed with an aqueous solution to provide a use solution having a viscosity of greater than about 1,000 cps. A method for modifying a hand soap concentrate to provide a higher viscosity hand soap use solution is provided. The hand soap concentrate includes a surfactant component for removal of soil, and a component for increasing viscosity with mixing with an aqueous solution.

Abstract: The invention provides an at least dual compartment container containing at least one surfactant stripe and at least one multiple emulsion stripe. By dispensing a multiple emulsion stripe, greater deposition, particularly deposition of water soluble benefit agent (e.g., glycolic acid) is achieved than believed possible.

Abstract: The invention relates to a foaming pulverulent composition for cleaning and/or caring for the skin. The composition includes a cosmetically acceptable binder and a pulverulent filler which is insoluble in the binder and which is present in an amount sufficient to structure the composition and to confer on it the appearance of a deformable solid in which the binder is trapped. The pulverulent filler includes solid particles of thermoplastic polymer and at least one surfactant in pulverulent form. The composition foams when it is hydrated.

Abstract: A single-phase transparent aqueous liquid cosmetic composition comprising at least 90% of water, at least one alkyl para-hydroxybenzoate (paraben), preferably methyl para-hydroxybenzoate (methylparaben), and at least one metabisulfite, preferably sodium metabisulfite. This composition is preferably devoid of primary alcohol. The inventive composition may be in the form of a stable transparent lotion and may be used, in particular, for gently cleaning and/or removing make-up from the skin and/or eyes. The present invention also relates to a process for dissolving an alkyl para-hydroxybenzoate in an aqueous cosmetic composition which by adding at least one metabisulfite thereto.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cleansing composition based on the composition of lachrymal fluid. The cleansing composition comprises an ionic aqueous base containing one or more electrolytes, a basic protein or amino acid, and optionally, a mucomimetic compound and a lysozyme. The cleansing composition is gentle to both skin and eyes, and is highly effective in removing even transfer-resistant makeup.

Abstract: A method for antimicrobial treatment of microorganisms and/or viruses which involves treating the microorganisms and/or viruses with an effective amount of a fungal laccase and one or more enhancers in the presence of oxygen, the enhancers having the formula: wherein A, B and C are as defined in the specification.

Abstract: The present invention teaches liquid sunscreen compositions in which level of surfactant is higher than level at which the sunscreen component(s) are still soluble in the surfactant in which they are used; and which comprise minimal levels of cationic polymer. Combination of cationic polymer (especially preferred surfactants and at minimum levels) and minimal levels of sunscreen lead to compositions with minimal levels of deposition and minimal SPF. Further, the compositions also maintain good lather.

Abstract: Personal cleansing compositions comprising a thickening system consisting essentially of hydrophobically modified water-soluble associative polymer and polar oil having a required HLB of at least 12, a nonionic polyhydroxy fatty acid amide surfactant, a water-soluble surfactant other than the polyhydroxy fatty acid amide surfactant, and water, wherein the polar oil has an average carbon chain length of from about 12 to about 16 carbon atoms and wherein the water-soluble surfactants have an average carbon chain of from about 10 to about 18 carbon atoms. These compositions may also comprise a perfume or cosmetic oil, or a hydrotrope. The compositions of the present invention deliver excellent product thickening and rheological attributes, in storage, in dispensing and in use, in combination with good efficacy benefits such as excellent rinsibility, mildness, skin conditioning, skin moisturizing, product stability, cleansing and lathering.

Abstract: The present invention relates to cleaning compositions, including laundry, dishwashing, hard surface cleaner, oral/dental cleaning compositions, comprising a proteinic substrate based oxygenase, which provide effective and efficient cleaning of proteic based stains and/or soils such as protein containing food stains/soils and everyday body soils and provide sanitisation of the treated surfaces. Furthermore, the cleaning compositions of the present invention provide fabric realistic items cleaning and whitening performance when formulated as a laundry detergent composition.

Abstract: A composition comprising: an organic chemical having a chemical group having a dipole moment of at least about 1.5 Debyes and a chemical linker selected from the group consisting of carboxylic acids having 4 to 6 carbon atoms, an ethoxylated polyhydric alcohol, a polyvinyl pyrrolidone and a polyethylene glycol having a molecular weight of about 600 to about 10,000, wherein the molar ratio of organic chemical to chemical linker is about 4:1 to 1:4.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an antimicrobial wipe comprising a porous or absorbent sheet impregnated with an antimicrobial cleansing composition, wherein the antimicrobial cleansing composition comprises from about 0.001% to about 5.0%, by weight of the antimicrobial cleansing composition, of an antimicrobial active; from about 0.05% to about 10%, by weight of the antimicrobial cleansing composition, of an anionic surfactant; from about 0.1% to about 10%, by weight of the antimicrobial cleansing composition, of a proton donating agent; and from about 3% to about 99.85%, by weight of the antimicrobial cleansing composition, water; wherein the composition is adjusted to a pH of from about 3.0 to about 6.0; wherein the antimicrobial cleansing composition has a Gram Negative Residual Effectiveness Index of greater than about 0.3. The invention also relates to these antibacterial wipes wherein the antimicrobial cleansing composition has a Mildness Index of greater than about 0.3.

Abstract: Personal cleansing compositions comprise a thickening system consisting essentially of associative polymer which is a hydrophobically modified water-soluble associative polymer and polar oil having a required HLB of at least 12, a water-soluble surfactant, optionally a cationic polymeric skin conditioning agent, and water, wherein the polar oil has an average carbon chain length of from about 12 to about 16 carbon atoms and wherein the water-soluble surfactants have an average carbon chain of from about 10 to about 18 carbon atoms. These compositions may also comprise a hydrotrope. These compositions may optionally comprise a perfume or cosmetic oil. These compositions deliver excellent product thickening and rheological attributes, in storage, in dispensing and in use, in combination with good efficacy benefits such as mildness, a moisturized skin feel, rinsibility, skin conditioning, product stability and lather attributes.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a rinse-off antimicrobial cleansing composition effective against Gram positive bacteria, Gram negative bacteria, fungi, yeasts. molds and viruses comprising from about 0.001% to about 5% of an antimicrobial active; from about 1% to about 80% of an anionic surfactant; from about 0.1% to about 12% of a proton donating agent; and from about 3% to about 98.899% of water; wherein the composition is adjusted to a pH of from about 3.0 to about 6.0; wherein the rinse-off antimicrobial cleansing composition has an One-wash Immediate Germ Reduction Index of greater than about 2.5. The invention also encompasses methods for reducing the number of germs from the skin using these products.

Abstract: A method for inhibiting attachment of germs to the skin which comprises applying to the skin a composition comprising: (a) a skin cleansing effective amount of a surfactant or mixture of surfactants; (b) a silicone in amounts effective to inhibit attachment of germs to the skin, and rinsing said composition from the skin.

Abstract: A one time use disposable soap. The soap includes a substrate, a cleansing composition, and a holder. The substrate is dissolvable in water. The cleansing composition is impregnated in the substrate so as to form a dry and cleanser impregnated substrate. The dry and cleanser impregnated substrate is not laid hold on to prevent exposure and evaporation of the cleansing composition, since the dry and cleanser impregnated substrate is dry. The holder removably holds at least one stacked dry and cleanser impregnated substrate. When the dry and cleanser impregnated substrate is removed from the holder and subjected to water, the substrate dissolves leaving the cleansing composition dissolved in the water for cleansing.

Abstract: Aqueous cleaning compositions having high foaming power and minimal effect on the skin which comprise (A) from about 1 to about 50% by weight of one or more anionic surfactants having 1 or 2 lipophilic groups each of which has from 1 to 22 carbon atoms and a polar group selected from the group consisting of a carboxylate, a sulfate, and a sulfonate group; (B) from about 0.5 to about 10% by weight of one or more alkyl glycosides of the formula R(G)x wherein R is a linear, saturate C8-22 alkyl group, (G) is a glycoside or oligoglycoside moiety, and x is a number from 1 to 4; (C) from about 0.1 to about 5% by weight of an anionic polymer; (D) from about 35 to about 98.4% by weight of water; wherein the sum total of components (B) and (C) is no greater man the amount of component (A).

Abstract: Thickening agents based on fatty acid monoisopropanolamide which are etherified with ethylene oxide and/or propylene oxide, their use in surface-active formulations and formulations comprising an active amount of these thickening agents.

Abstract: An aqueous composition comprising a. a skin cleansing effective amount of a surfactant or mixture thereof; b. a silicone in quantities of from about 0.1 to about 8 wt. % of the composition; c. a hydrocarbonaceous material in quantities of from about 0.1 to about 8 wt. % of the composition; d. a cationic polymer in quantities of from about 0.02 to about 1 wt. % of the composition; e.

Abstract: A composition comprising: an organic chemical having a chemical group having a dipole moment of at least about 1.5 Debyes and a chemical linker selected from the group consisting of carboxylic acids having 4 to 6 carbon atoms, an ethoxylated polyhydric alcohol, a polyvinyl pyrrolidone and a polyethylene glycol having a molecular weight of about 600 to about 10,000, wherein the molar ratio of organic chemical to chemical linker is about 4:1 to 1:4.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a substantially dry, disposable, personal cleansing article useful for both cleansing the skin or hair, and more particularly to a disposable, cleansing article having a substrate which preferably comprises of multiple layers. These articles are used by the consumer by wetting the dry article with water. The article comprises a water insoluble substrate having at least a first portion that is wet extensible and at least a second portion that is less wet extensible than said first portion and a lathering surfactant. Preferably, the articles of the present invention further comprise a conditioning component.

Abstract: An antibacterial liquid hand cleaning composition with desirable cleansing properties to the human skin comprising a C.sub.8-18 ethoxylated alkyl ether sulfate anionic surfactant, a betaine surfactant, a hydroxy containing organic acid and water.

Abstract: This invention relates to the use of aminofunctional silicone microemulsions to make optically clear hair conditioning compositions. More particularly this invention is directed to optically clear hair conditioning compositions comprising an aminofunctional microemulsion, at least one long-chain quaternary amine salt, and water. The optically clear silicone compositions of this invention are useful in the hair care industry, especially as hair conditioners.

Abstract: This invention relates to the use of triclocarban (N-(4-chlorophenyl)-N'-(3,4-dichlorophenyl) urea; trichlocarbanilide) as an antibacterial active ingredient in liquid soaps.

Abstract: The invention discloses handwash or personal wash shampoo compositions comprising surfactant(s), cationic wheat protein and an antibacterial agent. The cationic wheat protein provides enhanced skin feel relative to other proteins.

Abstract: Quaternary ammonium compositions are described which are made in diluents based on vegetable oil such as soya bean oil. Such diluents remain as diluents in the final product and generally have a vapor pressure of 1 mm of Hg or less at 25.degree. C., and are liquid at ambient temperature. The liquid quaternary ammonium compound/diluent compositions have low toxicity and low volatile organic compound emission rates and high flash points, and can be tailored to particular applications. Such applications include use in fabric softeners, as cosmetics ingredients, deinking additives, surfactants, and reaction materials in the manufacture of organoclays.

Abstract: Novel clear solutions or gels containing a volatile hydrocarbon, surfactants and a polyalkylene oxide block copolymer coupling agent do not separate, but rather due to solubilization of the volatile hydrocarbon by the coupling agent, provide acceptable consumer products.

Abstract: The present invention relates to cleaning compositions that are suitable for removing dirt, grease and oils from the hands, or other skin surfaces, without the need for additional water, or other solvent. Additionally, the cleaning compositions of this invention allow for cleaning without the need for subsequent rinsing or subsequent drying, by towel or other means. This invention also relates to methods of cleaning hands, or other skin surfaces, using the cleaning compositions of this invention.

Abstract: The invention relates to a solid composition comprising a hygroscopic amphoteric surfactant and a fatty acid which is substantially free from other detergents and/or detergent additives. Preferably, the fatty acid is a linear, saturated C.sub.6 -C.sub.22 acid. The weight ratio of amphoteric surfactant to fatty acid in said composition preferably is from 4:1 to 1:2. Examples of amphoteric surfactants include amine oxides and betaines. The solid composition of the invention may be shaped into a particulate form, such as granules. The invention further pertains to a process for preparing said composition and to the use of same, for example, in soap bars.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a stress stable lathering skin cleansing liquid composition comprising by weight parts of the liquid composition:(a) from about 0.5 parts to 10 parts of a stabilizer; for example trihydroxystearin;(b) from about 1 part to about 80 parts of lipid skin moisturizing agent;(c) from about 1 part to about 30 parts of surfactant having a combined CMC equilibrium surface tension value of from 15 to 50;(d) water;wherein said stress stable lathering skin cleansing liquid composition has a Lipid Deposition Value (LDV) of from about 5 to about 100 and wherein said composition is stable for at least two weeks at 100 F.

Abstract: Disclosed is a stress stable lathering skin cleansing liquid composition comprising by weight parts of the liquid composition:(a) from about 0.5 parts to 10 parts of a crystalline, hydroxyl-containing stabilizer;(b) from about 1 part to about 80 parts of lipid skin moisturizing agent;(c) from about 1 part to about 30 parts of surfactant having a combined CMC equilibrium surface tension value of from 15 to 50;(d) water.Such stress stable lathering skin cleansing liquid compositions have a Lipid Deposition Value (LDV) of from about 5 to about 100. Such compositions are also stable for at least two weeks at 100.degree. F.

Abstract: A liquid personal cleansing composition comprising: (a) from about 1% to about 15% by weight of short chain alkyl sulphate surfactant having an average of from 8 to 10 carbon atoms in the alkyl chain and mixtures thereof; (b) from about 1% to about 60% by weight of water-soluble auxiliary surfactant selected from anionic surfactant other than C.sub.8 to C.sub.10 alkyl sulphate, nonionic, zwitterionic and amphoteric surfactants and mixtures thereof; (c) from about 0.01% to about 5% by weight of cationic polymeric skin conditioning agent; and (d) water. The products demonstrate excellent in-use efficacy benefits including mildness, a moisturised skin feel, excellent rinsibility and good product stability and lather attributes.

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 system for cleansing the skin comprising a hydrophobic diamond-mesh sponge and a liquid cleansing and moisturizing composition with excellent lather in the same washing and rinsing operation. The system provides improved lather and overall acceptability for mild liquid cleansing compositions which contain moisturizers and especially for those which would otherwise have marginal lather.

Abstract: A cleansing preparation is provided in the form of an oil-in-water emulsion. The oil phase particles have a median particle diameter by volume of not more than 1 .mu.m, and a preservative is present in at least the aqueous phase. A method is described of making this preparation, in which a coarse emulsion is formed, the coarse emulsion is homogenized, and the homogenized emulsion is diluted by an aqueous dilution liquid containing the preservative. Cleansing articles, for example baby wipes can be made in which a substrate carries the cleansing preparation.

Abstract: Liquid industrial anti-microbial hand soaps are provided for removal of foreign matters from skin and imparting dermal conditioning and softness. When in the form of stable homogeneous liquid, the composition may contain: a) surfactant or surfactants with hydrotropic properties as solubilizer and wetting agent; b) fatty amphoteric compounds as primary and secondary surfactant, antistatic agents; c) fatty amine oxides or amides as conditioning agents; d) distearate as thickening agent; e) essential oil; f) abrasive; and/or, g) water. The soaps preferably include in homogenous solution 1-2% of a quaterized anti-microbial, 10-30% surfactants and emulsifiers, 2-3% essential orange oil, 2-4% of a hydropolymer abrasive and the rest deionized water--all percentages by weight.