Abstract: A detergent composition contains a polyglycerol monoalkyl ether, water, a fat or oil, and a polyol. The polyglycerol monoalkyl ether is present in the composition at a content of 1 to 50 percent by weight based on the total amount of the composition. The detergent composition is useable as a foamable cleansing agent kind to the skin, exhibits superior detergency for oily cosmetics, and is usable even under wet conditions.

Abstract: The invention comprises a deodorant composition for the treatment of fibers, hair, and/or skin. Preferred embodiments include compositions containing one or more of active ingredients L-arginine, acetylsalicyclic acid, and salicyclic acid adjusted to a pH in the range of 4.0 to 6.0. Preferred compositions include: a carrier, such as water; a moisturizer, such as propylene glycol; one or more of the active ingredients; along with optional preservatives, herbal extract, and skin protectants. Application of a composition for the treatment of odor forming microbes with a pH of about skin does not disrupt normal skin functioning.

Abstract: Provided are home and personal care compositions comprising a cationic hydrophobically modified galactomannan ether and a silicone, where the cationic hydrophobically modified galactomannan ether have a cationic degree of substitution (DScat) from 0.01 to 0.5 and a hydrophobic degree of substitution (DSH) from 0.00001 to less than 0.001 These compositions provide a benefit to hair, skin or fabric onto which they have been applied. Benefits may include softness, level of silicone deposition and ease of detangling.

Abstract: A process for preparing a copolymer composition A) by free-radical copolymerization of a monomer composition comprising: a) acrylic acid, b) optionally at least one compound, different from a), having a free-radically polymerizable, ?,?-ethylenically unsaturated double bond and at least one anionogenic and/or anionic group per molecule, c) at least one free-radically polymerizable crosslinking compound which comprises at least two ?,?-ethylenically unsaturated double bonds per molecule. The process is performed by precipitation polymerization in the presence of an auxiliary composition H) comprising H1) glycerol monostearate, and H2) at least one compound with an HLB value in the range from 4 to 10, selected from water-insoluble natural waxes, nonionic emulsifiers and mixtures thereof.

Abstract: Disclosed are isosorbide derivatives of formula (I) wherein R and R? independently represent an isosorbide moiety, a hydrogen atom, or an alkyl group having 6 to 22 carbon atoms, and A stands for hydrogen, an alkali metal, ammonium or alkylammonium, with the proviso that at least one of R and R? is an isosorbide group. Also disclosed is the use of compounds (I) for the preparation of cleansers, detergents, personal care compositions, and cosmetic or pharmaceutical compositions.

Abstract: Clear composition comprising surfactants, one or more oil component(s), and a mixture of solubilizers chosen from (a) ethoxylated fatty alcohols, (b) ethoxylated hydrogenated castor oils, and (c) ethoxylated mono-, di- or triglycerol esters in a ratio of components (a):(b):(c) in the range of 1:(2-4):(3-4). The compositions provide a particular suspension stability and viscosity stability and are suitable as a cosmetic composition for cleaning skin and hair.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to novel cyclopropanated macrocyclic ketone and lactone compounds of the general formula: wherein X is an atom or a functional group selected from the group consisting of O, N, S, R—CH, and CH2; wherein R is a C1-C3 alkyl group; wherein Y and W independently represent is a linear or branched alkyl or alkenyl group, optionally substituted, consisting of less than 10 and preferably less than 7 carbon atoms; and wherein O is an oxygen atom, and the use of these novel compounds in creating fragrances and scents in items such as perfumes, colognes, and personal care products.

Abstract: A post-foaming personal cleaning composition in the form of a gel for use in an aerosol container. This composition includes a base material of a surfactant in an amount not less than 7 % by weight and a thickener that is a blend of at least one of glyceryl ester, and a glyceryl ester derivative with at least one of a betaine and a gum. The base material preferably has a viscosity greater than 9,500 cps. The composition also includes a foam forming material, above 9 % by weight of the composition with at least a part of the foam forming material being maintained in suspension in the composition until after the composition is dispensed from the aerosol container. The foam forming material is preferably a saturated aliphatic hydrocarbon having from 4 to 5 carbons and the composition is in the form of a gel prior to inclusion of the foam forming material.

Abstract: Included are polymer compositions such as polyurethaneureas, polyamides and polyesters. The compositions may be in a variety of forms such as dispersions, powders, fibers, and beads. The compositions are useful in the preparation of many products including health and beauty products such as cosmetics, paint, household products such as fabric care compositions, apparel/footwear and textiles/furnishings.

Abstract: Cationic surfactant systems, using microfibrous cellulose to suspend particulates therein, are described. Methods of making these systems are also described.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to methods and compositions for clearing and cleaning enteral feeding tubes. More particularly, the composition is an ingestible gel composition that comprises enzymes for degrading buildup in enteral feeding tubes, carrageenan, and divalent metal ions or a source thereof. The carrageenan present in the composition stabilizes the enzymes at room temperatures, allowing for long-term storage of the composition. Upon injecting the gelled composition into the feeding tube, body heat from the patient melts the gel, and the enzymes are released to act on debris present in the feeding tube.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of producing wax/oil-in-water (O/W) dispersions of self-emulsifying O/W gel concentrates without stirring or in a laminar flow field.

Abstract: Composite particles comprised of an optical agent(s) entrapped in a non-porous microparticle of polyorganosilsesquioxane to yield discrete microparticles, are provided. The optical agent is fully encapsulated in the interior of the silsesquioxane particle to impart optical properties that include absorption and emission in the ultraviolet and visible spectrum respectively, without otherwise interfering with the surface chemistry or surface properties of the particle. The use of these novel microparticles in a cosmetic or pharmaceutical composition provides a change in the optical appearance of the skin by either changing the apparent tone or hue, making the skin appear lighter, softer, or by photoluminescent brightening and/or by novel color sculpting under various light conditions.

Abstract: The invention describes the unexpected solubility characteristics of a number of cosmetic esters when used as solvents during the crosslinking reaction of silicone polymers to make elastomers, their use as diluting media and the uses of these ester elastomer mixtures in cosmetic and personal care products.

Abstract: Post-foaming cosmetic cleansing preparation on an aqueous basis which is suitable for dispensing from an aerosol container, containing in a conventional aqueous base preparation a) detersive surfactants with saturated radicals, preferably anionic surfactants and non-ionic surfactants and/or amphoteric surfactants, b) 2.5 to 25% by volume, preferably 5 to 20% by volume, particularly preferably 7.5 to 15% by volume of pure oxygen.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions, comprising the following: I) one or more anionic, cross-linked, hydrophobically modified polymers, wherein the hydrophic modification is carried out by a hydrocarbon group having 6 to 50 carbon atoms, and II) one or more phosphoric acid esters. The compositions are preferably cosmetic, pharmaceutical, or dermatological compositions.

Abstract: The invention provides mixtures of tri-, di-, and mono-glycerides obtained by esterification of fatty acids from vegetal oils such as olive oil with glycerine, their production process and their use in cosmetic and pharmaceutical preparations, in particular as vehicle or solubiliser for active ingredients.

Abstract: The invention relates to effect pigments comprising artificial platelet-shaped substrates which have at least one optically active coating, where the effect pigments have a volume-averaged cumulative undersize distribution curve with the characteristic numbers D10, D50 and D90, said cumulative undersize distribution curve having a span ?D of 0.7-1.4, and the span ?D being calculated in accordance with formula (I): ?D=(D90?D10)/D50??(I), and the average thickness of the artificial platelet-shaped substrates being 500 nm to 2000 nm.

Abstract: The present invention provides a thickening composition simultaneously exhibiting suitable thickening performance and superior usability, which contains N-long-chain acyl acidic amino acid and/or a salt thereof, an amphipathic substance, an inorganic salt, and water as essential components, and has a viscosity of not less than 200 mPa·s. By the addition of the thickening composition, moreover, cleansing compositions and cosmetic compositions for skin, hair and the like, which maintain thickening performance and usability, while containing N-long-chain acyl acidic amino acid and/or a salt thereof are provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to cosmetic compositions comprising an association of hydroxymethionine and 3-aminopropanesulfonic acid, and a cosmetic method for the skin. These compositions are intended to prevent and/or treat the signs of the cutaneous ageing such as the sagging of the cutaneous and subcutaneous tissue, the loss of cutaneous elasticity and atony of the texture of the skin, the loss of firmness and tonicity, dermal atrophy and loss of density, wrinkle, little wrinkle, crack.

Abstract: There are provided personal care products and compositions that comprise at least one diol compound selected from the group consisting of 1,2-pentanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2-octanediol, 2-methyl-1,3-propandiol, and 3-(2-ethyl-hexyloxy)-1,2-propandiol in a total concentration of 0.1% to 0.5% (w/w); and at least one preservative enhancer compound selected from the group consisting of benzaldehyde, 4-methylbenzaldehyde, heliotropine, vanilline, 4-hydroxybenzaldehyde, 3-hydroxybenzaldehyde, 4-methoxybenzaldehyde and 3-methoxybenzaldehyde, 2,4-dihydroxybenzaldehyde, 3-hydroxy-4-methoxybenzaldehyde, 3,5-dihydroxybenzaldehyde, and 4-hydroxy-2-methoxybenzaldehyde, in a total concentration of 0.05 to 0.5% (w/w), in a cosmetically acceptable base. The composition optionally contains at least one compound selected from the group consisting of phenoxyethanol, 2-phenylethanol, and benzylalcohol, in a total concentration of 0.05 to 0.

Abstract: A composition of matter comprising an oil adduct of an oil capable of undergoing an adduct reaction and at least one addition material chosen from an alpha hydroxy acid and a beta hydroxy acid.

Abstract: The instant invention relates to new photolatent compounds of the formula I wherein R1 and R2 are each independently of the other C1-C10alkyl or C3-C8cycloalkyl, R3 is hydrogen or C1-C4alkyl, and wherein the photochemically cleaved group R4OH is selected from the group consisting of fragrances, UV absorbers, anti-microbials, anti-fogging agents and clarifiers; with the proviso that, when R1 and R2 are tert-butyl and R3 is hydrogen, R4 is not methyl or phenyl.

Abstract: An aqueous shear-thinning personal care composition comprises: (a) at least 3 wt % of a sulfonate compound of general formula (I): where R1 represents a C8-22 alkyl group alkyl group; R2 represents a C1-4 alkyl group; each of R3, R4 and R5 independently represents a hydrogen atom or a C1-4 alkyl group; and M+ represents a sodium or potassium cation; (b) at least 3 wt % of an amphoteric or zwitterionic surfactant; (c) at least 10 wt % of water; and (d) at least 0.5 wt % of an additional component in the form of particles or droplets suspended in the composition. The composition is stable in an aqueous environment and can be formulated with a wide range of additional components.

Abstract: Provided are compositions comprising a low molecular weight, non-crosslinked, linear acrylic copolymer and at least one surfactant selected from the group consisting of anionic surfactants, amphoteric surfactants, and combinations of two or more thereof, and methods of using such compositions.

Abstract: A skincare product containing one or more dairy products, and one or more ingredients such as a natural oil, an herb, a fruit, a vegetable, a grain, honey, sea salt, egg yolk and mixtures thereof, for application to human skin in order to improve the well-being of said skin. The skincare product is applied to the skin in order to cleanse, beautify, promote attractiveness, and/or alter the feel or appearance of the skin. Furthermore, the skincare product is applied to the skin by rubbing, pouring, sprinkling, and/or spraying the skincare product onto the skin.

Abstract: There is provided a cosmetic composition, which stably includes disintegrable particles and is excellent in feeling upon use. A gel cosmetic composition, which has a pH of 4 to 9 and includes the following components (A), (B), (C), (D), and (E): (A) disintegrable particles obtainable binding water-insoluble primary particles by use of a water-soluble binder; (B) 15% to 70% by weight of polyol; (C) a thickening polymer compound having a carboxy group; (D) less than 1% by weight of water-soluble salts; and (E) water.

Abstract: Novel ampholytic ter-polymers comprising at least an ethylenically unsaturated cationic monomer, a monomer containing a carboxylic acid or sulfonic acid group and diallyamine or derivative are claimed. Further, the ter-polymers may be used in personal care or personal washing compositions optionally in the presence of conditioning agents such as silicone, fatty amines, fatty amine oxides and fatty quaternaries and/or various benefit agents. The ter-polymer compositions are especially useful in the treatment of keratin-containing substrates. Keratin substrates include, but are not limited to, animal and human hair, skin and nails.

Abstract: This invention relates to compositions containing lower (C1-C4) alcohol and a polymeric fluorosurfactant formulated for being dispensed as a foam product. More particularly, the invention relates to improved compositions formulated with polymeric fluorosurfactants with pendant perfluoroalkyl side chains of a fully fluorinated chain length of C1-C7. The compositions also relate to use for personal care, such as skin sanitizing and cleansing.

Abstract: A hair cleansing composition containing the following Components (A) to (D): (A) a sulfate surfactant represented by the following formula (1): R1—O—(C2H4O)n—SO3M??(1) (wherein, R1 represents a C10-18 alkyl or alkenyl, n stands for 0 or a positive integer and M represents sodium or ammonium), composed of from 30 to 45 wt. % of a sulfate exhibiting n=0, from 18 to 27 wt. % of a sulfate exhibiting n=1, from 10 to 20 wt. % of a sulfate exhibiting n=2 and the balance of sulfates exhibiting n=3 or greater, and containing the sulfates exhibiting n=0 to 2 in a total amount of 70 wt. % or greater based on the total sulfates, (B) a C6-18 hydrophobic sulfonic acid or salt thereof, (C) a hydroxycarboxylic acid, dicarboxylic acid or aromatic carboxylic acid, (D) an organic solvent; and having a pH of 2 or greater but less than 6.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of cationic polymers obtainable by free-radical copolymerization of a) 60 to 99 mol % of at least one 1-vinylimidazole monomer, b) 1 to 40 mol % of at least one free-radically polymerizable quaternizable monomer b1) or methacrylic acid b2) and c) 0 to 30 mol % of at least one further free-radically copolymerizable monomer different from a) and b) in hair cosmetic preparations.

Abstract: A liquid and readily flowable composition includes (a) a room-temperature-solid solute, such as a nonionic surfactant, preferably having a hydrophile-lipophile balance from about 11.1 to about 18.4, a (ii) C8-C14 fatty acid, or combinations thereof; (b) an alkoxylated fatty alkanolamide; and (c) water, if needed. The alkoxylated fatty alkanolamide, which is substantially liquid at room temperature, solvates the solid solute to form a homogeneous composition which is liquid and readily flowable at room temperature. The select classes of nonionic surfactants include polyalkylene oxide carboxylic acid esters, ethoxylated fatty alcohols, poloxamers, alkyl polysaccharides, or combinations thereof. Useful alkoxylated fatty alkanolamides include propoxylated fatty ethanolamides.

Abstract: Provided are compositions comprising low molecular weight polymeric materials and surfactants having reduced irritation associated therewith, methods of reducing the irritation associated with a personal care composition comprising an anionic and/or amphoteric surfactant, the methods comprising combining a low molecular weight polymeric material capable of binding a surfactant thereto with an anionic surfactant to produce a reduced irritation personal care composition, and methods of using such compositions to cleanse the hair or skin with reduced irritation.

Abstract: Provided are compositions comprising low molecular weight polymeric materials and surfactants having reduced irritation associated therewith, methods of reducing the irritation associated with a personal care composition comprising an anionic and/or amphoteric surfactant, the methods comprising combining a low molecular weight polymeric material capable of binding a surfactant thereto with an anionic surfactant to produce a reduced irritation personal care composition, and methods of using such compositions to cleanse the hair or skin with reduced irritation.

Abstract: The present patent application relates to novel dispersions of particles of polymer stabilized at the surface in a nonaqueous medium, in which dispersions the polymer comprises mainly hydrophilic cationic monomers. Another subject-matter of the invention is a cosmetic or pharmaceutical composition comprising the said dispersion in a cosmetically or pharmaceutically acceptable medium. The invention also relates to a method for the cosmetic treatment of keratinous substances employing the said composition.

Abstract: A dispersion which contains particles of a carboxylic acid polymer dispersed in an organic medium containing an emollient ester and/or a non-ionic surfactant. The dispersion can be used to form a gel composition by mixing with a water miscible emollient ester and optionally water. The dispersion and gel can be used to form an emulsification system. The dispersion, gel and emulsification system are suitable for use in forming end-use emulsions, preferably at low temperature and low shear, and in particular, emulsions having a high oil phase concentration. The emulsions can be used in a wide range of applications, including personal care, household and industrial.

Abstract: Composition in the form of a gel containing at least 35% by weight of water, at least one foaming surfactant chosen from nonionic or amphoteric surfactants, and at least one superabsorbent polymer. The superabsorbent polymer helps to thicken the composition without affecting its cosmetic properties.

Abstract: This invention relates to compositions containing lower (C1-C4) alcohol and a polymeric fluorosurfactant formulated for being dispensed as a foam product. More particularly, the invention relates to improved compositions formulated with polymeric fluorosurfactants with pendant perfluoroalkyl side chains of a fully fluorinated chain length of C1-C7. The compositions also relate to use for personal care, such as skin sanitizing and cleansing.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel cosmetic compositions, more particularly for treating the skin or the hair, comprising an ampholytic artificial copolymer. The invention also relates to the use of the polymer in cosmetic compositions. The polymer comprises units derived from a polycationic monomer and units derived from a monomer of acidic nature.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions, especially pastes/creams which have high level of long chain lipids or lipid mimics. These help provide “creaminess”, a desirable rheological characteristic. This is seen from defined viscosity values which define the pastes. In addition, unpredictably, when used in combination with short chain phase inducers, foam values are adequate when it would be expected the lipids would decrease foam. The composition also retains stability from physical separation.

Abstract: The problem of the present invention is to provide a cosmetic composition, which has a moisturizing effect, and whose ability to inhibit hyaluronidase activity is high. According to the present invention, by using one or more substances selected from sulfated cellulose and a salt thereof in combination with polyhydric alcohol, the moisturizing effect of sulfated cellulose and the ability to inhibit hyaluronidase activity can be further improved, and thereby the above-described problem can be solved. In addition, the present invention can provide a cosmetic composition having excellent stability through inclusion of an electrolyte having pH buffering ability.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a urethane compound which comprises, in incorporated form, at least one polyether group-containing silicone derivative, at least one nitrogen heterocycle and at least one polyisocyanate, to cosmetic and pharmaceutical compositions which comprise such a urethane compound, and to the use of such a urethane compound.

Abstract: There is provided a color change composition that remains stable in a single phase and that contains an indicator that produces an observable color change after a period of time to show that sufficient cleaning has been done or to indicate the thoroughness of the cleaning. This use indicating color change is useful for, for example, in soap for teaching children to wash their hands for a sufficient period of time. This composition may be added to many different base materials to indicate time of use or as a way to introduce enjoyment to the activity.

Abstract: The present invention provides new silica composite capsules that can be easily prepared, a composition containing the silica composite capsules, and a transparent gel-form composition excellent in appearance transparency and texture in use, and in particular, a transparent gel-form composition with improved cleansing properties when used as a cleanser. Micelle/silica composite capsules can easily be obtained, in an aqueous system, by mixing a material capable of forming micelles in water and a water-soluble silane derivative having a specific structure in aqueous solution. In addition, emulsion/silica composite capsules wherein the periphery of emulsion particles in the inner phase is coated with silica, can easily be obtained by mixing a surfactant, water, an oil, and a water-soluble silane derivative having a specific structure.

Abstract: Disclosed is an esterification reaction product which is capable of gelling both an oil agent and a cyclic silicone or a volatile dimethylpolysiloxane, or both an oil agent and a nonvolatile dimethylpolysiloxane. Also disclosed are a gelling agent contacting the esterification reaction product, and a cosmetic preparation containing the esterification reaction product or the gelling product and having an excellent feeling of use. Specifically, the cosmetic preparation contains, as a gelling agent, an esterification reaction product which is obtained by esterifying a component A that is a polyhydric alcohol or a condensate thereof, a component B that is a saturated dibasic acid having 10-28 carbon atoms, a component C that is a linear saturated fatty acid having 16-28 carbon atoms, and a component D that is a branched saturated fatty acid having 8-28 carbon atoms at a blending ratio (component A: component B) of 1.0 mole:0.10-0.20 mole.

Abstract: The present invention relates to semi-rigid gels, methods of manufacture and uses thereof.

Abstract: One subject of the invention is a soap-free, self-foaming gel comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium: a) at least one aqueous phase; b) at least one N-acylsarcosine where the acyl radical is a C10-C20 radical in an amount less than 4 wt % relative to the total weight of the composition; c) at least one mineral or organic base in an amount sufficient to dissolve the N-acylsarcosine and produce a pH of 4 to 8; d) at least one amphoteric or zwitterionic surfactant; e) at least one non-ionic surfactant; and f) at least one self-foaming agent. The present invention also relates to a shaving method consisting in applying a self-foaming gel as defined above to the surface of the skin to be shaved, then in shaving the hairs using a razor. The present invention also relates to a method for cleansing the skin and more particularly the face, consisting in applying a self-foaming gel as defined above to the surface, followed by rinsing with water.

Abstract: Disclosed are stabilized body care products, household products, textiles and fabrics which comprise certain dialkylhydroxyamine stabilizers, dialkylhydroxylamine stabilizer salts, nitrone stabilizers or amine oxide stabilizers. Dyed products and articles are effectively stabilized against color degradation. The products are for example skin-care products, hair-care products, dentifrices, cosmetics, laundry detergents and fabric softeners, non-detergent based fabric care products, household cleaners and textile-care products.

Abstract: The invention relates to substantially surfactant free gel compositions comprising hydrophobic and hydrophilic benefit agents. Unexpectedly, the applicants have found these agents deposit with greater substantivity from such liquid gel compositions relative to surfactant-containing lotion.

Abstract: The ocular tolerance of cosmetic, dermocosmetic and dermopharmaceutical compositions is improved by the incorporation therein of an effective amount of a polyol-glycoside or of a mixture of polyol-glycosides of formula (I): R1—O-(G)-H (I) in which: —x represents a decimal number between 1 and 5 and G represents the residue of a reducing sugar, and R1 represents a radical of formula (A) —CH2—(CHOH)n—CH2—OH (A) in which n is an integer equal to 2, 3 or 4, or else R1 represents a radical of formula (B) —(CH2—CHOH—CH2—O)m—H (B) in which m is an integer equal to 1, 2 or 3. The invention also relates to new concentrates which contain compounds of formula (I), foaming and/or detergent surfactants and topically acceptable solvents, and also to processes for preparing them.