Abstract: A method of formulating a high performance fragrance formulation by selecting an effective amount of fragrance ingredients selected from the group consisting of aroma chemicals and essential oils defined according to the following algorithm: 7.393 * P V + ? ? ? V + ? * A V = 1 wherein P is equal to molecular polarizability, V is equal to molecular volume, A is equal to the molecular surface area. ? is a constant falling within the range from about 0.0025 ??3 to about 0.0055 ??3 and ? is a constant falling in the range of from about ?0.55 ? to about ?1.0 ? and the pair result in the above equality.

Abstract: The use of fragrance compositions comprising fragrance compounds selected among: aldehydes, ?,?-unsaturated aldehydes, alcohols, ketones, and mixtures thereof in any home and personal care product, each fragrance compound being able to restrict the formation of indole to less than 0.01 ppm (wt/wt) after 24 hours incubation at room temperature in an airtight sealed vessel of suitable fresh human urine containing 0.28% by weight of each fragrance compound in order to prevent the development of indole based malodours from faecal and urine based soils.

Abstract: The present invention provides a flavor and fragrance composition which comprises, as the active ingredient, an optically active (1S)-8-mercaptomenthone having an S-form/R-form mixing ratio for the configuration at the 4-position in the range of from 65:35 to 95:5 by weight, wherein the flavor and fragrance composition is for use in food and beverage, fragrances and cosmetics, pharmaceuticals or oral compositions and the like; a product which is scented with the flavor and fragrance composition; and a method for enhancing or modulating odor of the flavor and fragrance composition by adding the optically active (1S)-8-mercaptomenthone.

Abstract: An infused sealant system for providing a sealant infused with a crystal powder and/or essential oil. The infused sealant system generally includes a composition comprised of a sealant infused with a crystal powder. The composition preferably includes one or more essential oils infused within the sealant. The composition is applied as a coating or an adhesive to an object in a liquid state and allowed to dry thereby sealing the crystal powder and/or essential oils within the sealant.

Abstract: The present invention provides a colouring pre-mix for use in colouring of a cosmetic composition and a coloured cosmetic composition including the same, wherein the colouring pre-mix includes 45-80 wt-% benzyl benzoate; 20-49 wt-% dipropylene glycol; 0.00001-5 wt-% colouring plant extracts; and optionally 0.00001-5 wt-% colorants; with the provision that the content of benzyl benzoate exceeds the content of dipropylene glycol, wherein all data given in wt-% refer to the total weight of the colouring pre-mix.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pigments based on multicoated flake-form substrates which are distinguished by the fact that at least 8 layers [layers (A)-(H)] are on the substrate, where an SiO2 layer (=layer A) is located directly on the surface of the substrate, and to the use thereof, inter alia, in paints, surface coatings, automobile paints, powder coatings, printing inks, security printing inks, plastics, ceramic materials, glasses, paper, in toners for electrophotographic printing processes, in seed, in greenhouse sheeting and tarpaulins, as absorbers in the laser marking of paper and plastics, and in cosmetic formulations, for the preparation of pigment pastes with water, organic and/or aqueous solvents, for the preparation of pigment compositions and dry preparations.

Abstract: An ethanol-free perfume oil microemulsion is described, comprising or consisting of (a) water, (b) one or a plurality of vicinal diol(s), (c) one, two or three solvent(s) for reducing stickiness, selected from the group consisting of glycerol, isobutyric acid-1-hydroxy-2,2,4-trimethyl-3-pentyl ester and isobutyric acid-3-hydroxy-2,2,4-trimethyl-1-pentyl ester, and (d) one or a plurality of odor essence(s) and (e) optionally one or a plurality of further substances. Furthermore, uses and methods for reducing the stickiness of ethanol-free perfume oil microemulsions and articles comprising perfume oil microemulsions according to the invention are described.

Abstract: A matrix composition capable of forming an emulsion/micro-emulsion comprising an emulsifiable matrix, essentially free of alkyl pyrrolidone and alkoxylated alcohol, comprising: (i) a long chain substituted amide; (ii) a surface active agent; and (iii) optionally, an organic diluent.

Abstract: Long-lasting fragrance delivery systems and uses of the systems to provide fragrance-emitting articles with a long-lasting fragrance are disclosed herein. The long-lasting fragrance delivery systems include an emulsion of silicone-based polyurethane, fragrance, and a carrier.

Abstract: [PROBLEMS TO BE SOLVED] It is an object of the present invention to provide a gelator containing a long chain oxyaminopolyol capable of forming a gel with a small amount thereof over a liquid property range from acidic to alkaline, and a gel having high environmental suitability, biocompatibility and biodegradability. [MEANS FOR SOLVING THE PROBLEMS] A gelator, characterized by containing a long chain oxyaminopolyol of Formula (I): (where R1 is a C12-16 saturated aliphatic group or a C12-16 unsaturated aliphatic group having one double bond; R2 is a substituent which an amino acid has; and X is an oxygen atom or NH) and a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof; a self-assembly formed by the self-assembly of the gelator; and a gel containing the gelator or the self-assembly, and water, an aqueous solution, a hydrophilic organic solvent or a hydrophilic organic solution, or a hydrophobic organic solvent or a hydrophobic organic solution.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method and a spray composition for delivering an active ingredient into air. The spray composition comprises a carrier composition containing a glycol ether having a structure represented by the following General Formula: R1O—[CH2CH(CH3)O]n-H (R1 is C1-C4 alkyl, n is 2 or 3 (when n is 2, R1 is not methyl)), and an active ingredient mixed with the carrier composition, wherein the carrier composition has a vapour pressure of less than 14 Pa at 20° C. The method comprises the step of spraying the spray composition into air, and, optionally, the step of preparing a spray composition by mixing the active ingredient with the carrier composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to air freshener devices that have water-based liquid compositions, preferably clear liquids, for providing an improved rate of emanation of perfume ingredients from the air freshener emanating surface and allowing the use of fragrance materials with a wide range of characteristics, namely a wide range of clogP values. The air fresheners contain liquid perfume compositions which include: i) 0.5 to 40% w/w of a perfume; ii) an oil-solubilizing system containing one or more surfactants of the non-ionic, anionic, cationic, amphoteric type, or a mixture thereof; iii) a solubilizing-aid; and iv) at least 40% weight of water; with the weight percentages being relative to the total weight of liquid composition.

Abstract: Pressurizing or propellant compositions and products made using the compositions are provided herein. The propellant compositions include ethane as a propellant. The ethane may be the only propellant in the composition or may be mixed with other propellants. The ethane may be the only hydrocarbon or the only saturated hydrocarbon propellant used in the compositions. Sprayable products including the propellants described herein are also provided. Finally methods of removing a contaminate from an article using the sprayable products described herein are also provided.

Abstract: An emulsion contains a saccharide siloxane copolymer as an emulsifier. The emulsion is useful in formulating personal care products.

Abstract: A saccharide siloxane copolymer is useful as an emulsifier. Emulsions prepared with the saccharide siloxane copolymer are useful in personal care products.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel decenal mixture and the incorporation and use of this mixture as a fragrance material. The novel decenal mixture contains decenals that are represented by the formula set forth below: wherein the broken line represents one double bond and two single bonds.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a novel compound, 3-methyl-cyclohexadec-6-enone, and a method of improving, enhancing or modifying a fragrance formulation through the addition of an olfactory acceptable amount of 3-methyl-cyclohexadec-6-enone.

Abstract: A method of enhancing the aroma of an aroma composition, including the addition to the composition of an aroma-enhancing quantity of 2,4-nonadiene. The addition enhances the “radiance” of aroma compositions, especially foodstuffs, resulting in a stronger aroma and the need for reduced quantities of additional aroma ingredients.

Abstract: The invention relates, in particular to a tetrahydropyran(on) compound which is substituted in position beta with respect to a cycle oxygen of formula (I), wherein a substituent R is a linear alkyl radical in C2:C10 including, (CH3)2CH— or C6H5—(CH2)m—, with m=0 or 1, or formula (II), wherein A is —CH2— or —CO—, in the form of an odorant and to a method for the synthesis thereof by reducing oxo-ester. The use of the inventive compound in composition such as perfumery compositions in the ordinary sense of the term i.e. topic, in particular cosmetic compositions and care products.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an ethanol-free, non-fatty, non-sticky perfumed aqueous cosmetic microemulsion composition, including one or more fragrance materials, a solvent, an aqueous medium, and optionally, one or more surfactants; wherein the solvent in the microemulsion is a vicinal diol such as 1,2-hexanediol.

Abstract: A scenting composition comprising a perfume and a polyolefin, the polyolefin having a crystallinity of from about 5% to about 60% and wherein the composition has a crystallinity of from about 0.5% to about 60%.

Abstract: A fragrance bearing liquid, visible in a transparent container, supporting a floating colorized liquid bubble that is maintained in a substantially centered position. A wicking system transfers the fragranced liquid to the atmosphere.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a method of manufacturing customized cosmetics in which a conventional cosmetics production process for producing complete products in a factory is segmented such that a base product, functional material and/or additive are produced or prepared in a factory individually, and a user may select the functional material and/or additive in accordance with usage preference and/or skin conditions of the user and mix the selected functional material and/or additives with the base product, thereby satisfying various needs of users and enabling each individual to prepare cosmetics tailored to him/her.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for enhancing the score of an individual in a sport activity are disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention a method of improving, enhancing or modifying a fragrance formulation through the addition of an olfactory acceptable amount of the following compound: wherein R1 and R2 independently represent a straight, branched or cyclic hydrocarbon moiety consisting of less than 10, preferably less than 4, most preferably 1 of 2 carbon atoms.

Abstract: 3- and 4-Methyl-4-dodecenal, a method of their production and fragrance and flavor compositions comprising at least one of them.

Abstract: A solid composition for cleaning or fragrancing includes at least one ethoxylated alcohol, at least one C12-C24 saturated fatty acid sodium salt, water, at least one glycol, and at least one water insoluble component. The solid composition can have a weight ratio of water to glycol to C12-C24 saturated fatty acid sodium salt between about 2:2.5:1 and about 3:4:1.

Abstract: The disclosed invention relates to a process, comprising: conducting unit operations in at least two process zones in a process microchannel to treat and/or form a non-Newtonian fluid, a different unit operation being conducted in each process zone; and applying an effective amount of shear stress to the non-Newtonian fluid to reduce the viscosity of the non-Newtonian fluid in each process zone, the average shear rate in one process zone differing from the average shear rate in another process zone by a factor of at least about 1.2.

Abstract: Decorative luminary for providing an aesthetically pleasing ambiance. The decorative luminary may include a shade. The shade may be disposable. The decorative luminary may also include a base. A light source may also be included as well. The present invention also relates to a method for making a decorative luminary of the present invention.

Abstract: Aerosol compositions propelled by compressed gas providing enhanced intensity of one or more active components (e.g., fragrance, malodor counteractant, insecticide, disinfectant, or antimicrobial) over an extended period of time in the environment of use consistently over the life of the product. This is provided by a selected combination of spray rate and average particle size of the composition. The increased intensity over time can be further enhanced by further selection of the initial and terminal pressure under which the composition is maintained, and the pressure drop ratio, with respect to the composition product and a suitable dispensing container.

Abstract: Compounds of general formula (I) below: in which R is a hydrogen atom, a methyl group, a CH2OH group, an ester group, preferably COOEt, or a methylene group, and in which not more than one of the four dashed lines represents a carbon-carbon double bond, and also their enantiomers and their diastereoisomers, a process for preparing them, and their use as an odorant agent in perfuming compositions.

Abstract: A producing method of Abelmoschus manihot Medicus flower perfumed products comprises steps of choosing a carrier from one of Abelmoschus manihot Medicus oil, vegetable oil with unsaturated fatty acid more than 60% and acid value less than 4.0, and cosmetic base oil grade high purity mineral oil; choosing Abelmoschus manihot Medicus flowers as main ingredient flowers; immersing the main ingredient flowers in the carrier by immersing the main ingredient flowers below a liquid level of the carrier; and placing stationarily the carrier with the main ingredient flowers immersed therein in dark places and keeping the carrier out of any direct sunlight under an environment with a temperature between 18 degrees centigrade and 48 degrees centigrade for more than 6 hours, or a temperature below 18 degrees centigrade for more than 180 hours.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel granular silicas for use as support material, especially as support for catalysts for fixed bed reactors, and to the production and use thereof.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a bio-polymer based solid for the sustained release of an active agent into the air consisting of: a) a primary starched—based polymer; b) a secondary polyether block amide polymer, and: c) a filler component. d) one or more active oils The active oils can be one or more fragrances so as to provide an air freshening composition, a flavor to create a certain aromatic environment or a repellant such as insect repellants for the elimination of mosquitoes and the like. Animal repellants may be incorporated to ward off unwanted pets and wildlife outside the home and attractants may also be utilized in the production of fishing lures and the like.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a base formulation for cosmetic products, characterized in that it comprises, in percentage by weight of the formulation and according to the INCI nomenclature: a) from 0.2 to 10% of at least one hydroxylated ester; b) from 0.5 to 70% of a mixture of at least one mineral oil and at least one copolymer derived from alkenes; c) from 0.5 to 90% of at least one hydrogenated polymer; d) from 0.5 to 35% of a mixture of water and at least one glyceryl glucoside. Likewise, an object of this invention is a cosmetic product characterized in that it comprises the aforementioned base formulation, as well as the preparation procedure of the same.

Abstract: To provide a silicone oil emulsion that can improve the properties of cosmetic materials and that contains crosslinked silicone particles in water-dispersed silicone oil droplets; a method of producing this silicone oil emulsion; and a silicone oil composition thereof. This invention is a silicone oil emulsion comprising crosslinked silicone particles having an average particle size of 0.05 to 100 ?m in silicone oil droplets that are dispersed in water and that have an average particle size of 0.1 to 500 ?m wherein the silicone oil is an alkyl-modified silicone oil that has a silicon-bonded alkyl group having at least 4 carbons and the crosslinked silicone particles preferably have a silicon-bonded alkyl group having at least 4 carbons. Also, a silicone oil composition as provided by removing the water from this silicone oil emulsion.

Abstract: This invention is related to a silicone oil emulsion comprising silicon-containing crosslinked particles in silicone oil droplets that are dispersed in water and have an average particle size of 0.1 to 500 ?m wherein the silicon-containing crosslinked particles have an average particle size of 0.05 to 100 ?m and are provided by the crosslinking of a crosslinkable composition comprising at least (A) a silicon-free organic compound that has at least two aliphatically unsaturated bonds in each molecule, (B) a silicon-containing organic compound that has at least two silicon-bonded hydrogen atoms in each molecule, and (C) a hydrosilylation reaction catalyst. The inventive silicone oil emulsion is characterized in that the silicone oil is an alkyl-modified silicone oil that has a silicon-bonded alkyl group having at least 4 carbons. This invention is also related to a silicone oil composition as provided by removing the water from this silicone oil emulsion.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the production of formyl cyclohexene derivatives which are suitable as odorants as such or as intermediates for the preparation of further odorants. In particular the present invention relates to a domino-methylenation-Diels-Alder reaction of ?,?-unsaturated aldehydes using formaldehyde in the presence of 1,3-butadienes.

Abstract: A method for preparing a composition including a compound based on vanillin and ethyl vanillin is described. A resulting composition and uses thereof in many fields of application, in particular in human and animal food is also described. A method for preparing a composition including a compound based on vanillin and ethylvanillin in a vanillin/ethyl vanillin molar ratio of 2 is also described wherein the method includes: a step of melting a mixture of vanillin and ethyl vanillin, which are used in a molar ratio other than 2, with an excess of vanillin representing from 2% to 20% of the weight of the mixture; a step of solidifying same, by cooling to a temperature of less than or equal to 50° C.±1° C.; and a step of recovering the resulting composition including the new compound.

Abstract: This application relates to cyclic siloxane compounds comprising the structural formula where a?2 and b?2, R is an alkyl group containing 1 to 4 carbon atoms, R1 is independently hydrogen or methyl, compositions comprising any of the above cyclic siloxanes and an additional silicone, emulsion compositions comprising any of the above cyclic siloxanes or the above composition, and a process for preparing the above cyclic siloxane compounds comprising reacting a chloro end-blocked polydimethylsiloxane with a diol functional compound containing at least 3 carbon atoms.

Abstract: Water soluble pouches containing an essential oil that can be added to a load of laundry to impart a desired scent to the materials being washed, or to control the relative strength of the scent applied to the materials being washed, are provided. Also provided are kits including pouches, as well as methods for using such pouches for cleaning or scenting laundry.

Abstract: A method of formulating a high performance fragrance formulation by selecting an effective amount of fragrance ingredients selected from the group consisting of aroma chemicals and essential oils defined according to the following algorithm: 7.393 * P V + ? ? ? V + ? * A V = 1 wherein P is equal to molecular polarizability, V is equal to molecular volume, A is equal to the molecular surface area. ? is a constant falling within the range {0.0025-0.0055} and ? is a constant falling in the range of {?0.55 to ?1.0} and the pair result in the above equality.

Abstract: This disclosure is directed to a black effect pigment and a method of forming said pigment. The pigment comprises a platy substrate coated with SnO2 and/or SnO2 hydrates and Fe3O4 with an optional coating of metal oxides such as SiO2, TiO2, ZrO2 and ZnO2. The deposition of the SnO2 and/or SnO2 hydrates onto the substrate improves the adhesion and prepares the substrate surface for deposition of the iron oxides onto the platy surface, especially mica surfaces. While the pigment may be used in such applications as coating, powder coating, printing ink, plastic, ceramic material, glass, cosmetic formulation, laser marking pigment, pigment composition or dry preparation, the pigment is especially suitable for cosmetic applications.

Abstract: The present invention relates to depot preparations for the targeted release of an aldehyde together with two carboxylic acids, where the released aldehydes are organoleptic substances, specifically fragrances or flavorings, and these depot preparations are prepared by reacting aldehydes with carboxylic anhydrides.

Abstract: The instant disclosure relates to compositions comprising selected polyglycerol esters and a treatment and/or care agent. The disclosed compositions may be useful in fabric care compositions, for example, detergents, fabric softening compositions and the like. Methods of making and using compositions comprising polyglycerol esters and a treatment and/or care agent are also disclosed.

Abstract: A composition for solvating one or more active agents in an aqueous solution which is suitable for dispensing as a compressed gas aerosol composition is disclosed. The composition includes at least one surfactant, at least one active agent, and a compressed gas propellant. The at least one surfactant is preferably present in an amount from about 0.1 wt. % to about 3 wt. %. The at least one active agent is preferably present in an amount from about 0.1 wt. % to about 2 wt. %. The compressed gas propellant is preferably present in an amount from about 0.1 wt. % to about 1 wt. %. The total surfactant weight to active agent weight ratio for the composition is preferably about 1:3 to 5:1. The composition uses a reduced amount of surfactant and active agent thereby allowing for a more efficient active agent loading and a reduced stickiness or tackiness on surfaces contacted during use.

Abstract: A device for providing aromatherapy is disclosed herein. The aromatherapy device comprises a textile article and aromatic materials disposed upon or within the textile article. The aromatic materials are the source for generating or evaporating aromatic scent to function on human mind or body.

Abstract: Tertiary non-vinylic carbamates of molecular weight less than 350 are useful as fragrance ingredients. A method of preparation is also described.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions of UV absorbers and optionally additional antioxidants. The compositions are useful for the protection and stabilization of photosensitive ingredients such as colorants, dyes, scents, fragrances and active ingredients in body care products, household products or inks against the deleterious effects of ultraviolet radiation and oxygen.

Abstract: This invention provides a tablet that effervesces and significantly warms the water that it is dissolved in. The effervescence acts to break up the tablet allowing an exothermic material to rapidly dissolve releasing its heat of solution. The invention is unique in that no organic acid is required to form a conventional effervescent couple.