Abstract: Described herein is a process for producing perfume- or flavor-containing microcapsules with improved deposition of encapsulated actives on targeted surfaces such as fiber, hair and skin, which can be used in home or personal care products. Also described herein are microcapsules obtainable by such a process and consumer products including these microcapsules.

Abstract: A composition comprising a plurality of particles, wherein said particles comprise: 40 to 95 w.t. % polyethylene glycol, wherein the polyethylene glycol has a weight average molecular weight from 4000 to 12000; 0.1 to 50 w.t. % anhydrous saccharide comprising one to ten monosaccharide units; and 0.1 to 20 w.t. % perfume materials.

Abstract: Disclosed are a composition and a perfume composition for inhibiting growth of breast cancer stem cells containing phenylacetaldehyde or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof as an active (effective) ingredient, and a pharmaceutical composition, a food composition or the like for inhibiting metastasis of breast cancer, or treating or preventing breast cancer, including the composition. The phenylacetaldehyde inhibits growth of breast cancer cells and formation of breast cancer stem cells. In addition, the phenylacetaldehyde inhibits expression of self-renewal genes such as Nanog, Sox2, Oct4, and CD44 known to be specifically expressed in breast cancer stem cells, inhibits production of IL-6 known to be involved in formation of mammospheres of breast cancer stem cells, and inhibits STATS signaling pathways. Accordingly, the compound inhibits growth of breast cancer stem cells and is useful for the treatment of breast cancer.

Abstract: A curable composition includes: a near infrared absorbing colorant; and a polymerizable monomer that has a group having an unsaturated double bond, in which the near infrared absorbing colorant is a compound that includes a ?-conjugated plane having a monocyclic or fused aromatic ring, a content of the near infrared absorbing colorant is 10 mass % or higher with respect to a total solid content of the curable composition, and a content of a polymerizable monomer that has at least one group selected from an acid group or a hydroxyl group and a group having an unsaturated double bond is 50 mass % or lower with respect to a total mass of all the polymerizable monomers.

Abstract: Described herein are microcapsules having an oil-based core and a polymeric shell, where the oil-based core includes a perfume oil having high impact perfume raw materials and a density balancing material. Perfuming compositions and consumer products including said microcapsules, in particular isotropic or structured consumer products in the form of home care or personal care products, are also described herein.

Abstract: The present application relates to silicone compounds, compositions, packaged products and displays comprising such silicone compounds, and processes for making and using such compositions, packaged products and displays comprising such compositions. Such compositions have improved deposition and retention properties that may impart improved benefit characteristics to a composition and/or situs yet which changes its hydrophilicity/charge and/or demonstrates cleavage of the functionalized silicone's functionalization when desired.

Abstract: Provided herein are solid compositions for fabric treatment; unit dose laundry detergent compositions containing solid compositions for fabric treatment; and process of their making and using, e.g., for treating textiles.

Abstract: Silicone compounds, delivery compositions, compositions, packaged products and displays comprising such silicone compounds, and processes for making and using such benefit agent delivery compositions, compositions, packaged products and displays. Such compositions have improved deposition and retention properties that may impart improved benefit characteristics to a composition and/or situs.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a perfuming eau de toilette or eau de parfum composition comprising a high proportion of alcohol, for direct application on the skin or hair by spraying. More specifically, it relates to a sprayable perfume composition having excellent properties such as persistence of the olfactory note once applied on the skin. The composition is transparent and contains ethanol, 0 to 30% by weight of water, 3 to 40% by weight of a perfume concentrate and a copolymer of vinylpyrrolidone and vinyl acetate.

Abstract: The invention relates to a fabric treatment composition comprising: a) from 50 to 95 wt. % of polyethylene glycol; b) from 0.1 to 15 wt. % of perfume; c) from 0.1 to 2.5 wt. % of cationic polymer; and, d) from 0.1 to 5 wt. % of silicone.

Abstract: A novel fragrance carrier comprising 1,2,3-triacetoxypropane (triacetin) of formula I:

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods of use of cupredoxins, and variants, derivatives and structural equivalents of cupredoxins that interfere with the ephrin signaling system in mammalian cells. Specifically, the invention relates to compositions and methods that use cupredoxins, such as azurin, rusticyanin and plastocyanin, and variants, derivatives and structural equivalents thereof, to treat cancer in mammals. The invention specifically includes mutants with altered Eph binding constants and selectivities.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the preparation of organic-inorganic microcapsules, with a flavor or fragrance core and a hybrid shell composed of at least two types of inorganic particles that are cross-linked. Microcapsules obtained by said process are also an object of the invention. Consumer products comprising said capsules, in particular perfumed consumer products in the form of home care or personal care products, are also part of the invention.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods of use of cupredoxins, and variants, derivatives and structural equivalents of cupredoxins that interfere with the ephrin signaling system in mammalian cells. Specifically, the invention relates to compositions and methods that use cupredoxins, such as azurin, rusticyanin and plastocyanin, and variants, derivatives and structural equivalents thereof to treat cancer in mammals.

Abstract: Stable formulations and perfume compositions include amino alcohol(s) as well as >10 wt % fragrances.

Abstract: An aqueous suspension of a hydrophobic nutrient is disclosed. In particular, the nutrient, in ester form, is combined with a selected dispersion aid and a dispersion agent(s), and then dispersed in an aqueous medium to form the suspension.

Abstract: A method to produce clear, thermodynamically stable Botanical AntiMicrobial Microemulsions (BAMM) made from all edible ingredients is disclosed, as well as their use as highly effective antimicrobial broad spectrum disinfectants/deodorants that are not hazardous to humans or animals.

Abstract: The present invention provides a compound represented by the following general formula (A) wherein 1?-position is optically active; and one of R1 and R2 represents a methyl group and the other represents an ethyl group, or both R1 and R2 represent a methyl group.

Abstract: Suggested is a perfume composition, comprising (a) Petit grain oil and (b) Hydroxy carboxylic acid esters, which is particular useful for fighting various malodors.

Abstract: A generally spherical growth factor sensitive vesicle bearing growth factor receptors (12) having chemical compounds (14) covalently cross-linked to their non-growth factor binding domains. The chemical compounds are capable of associating to form larger chemical compounds (16) capable of destabilizing the vesicle. Methods for treating growth factor-overexpressing neoplasms are disclosed.

Abstract: Deodorant compositions are disclosed comprising a cross-adapting agent, alone or in combination with other such agents, in an amount effective to reduce perception of malodor. Deodorant compositions are also disclosed comprising a cross-adapting agent, alone or in combination with other such agents, in an amount effective to reduce perception of gender-specific malodor. The methods feature reducing perceived body odor comprising administering a deodorant composition wherein the composition comprises an amount of cross-adapting agent effective to reduce perception of such odor. Other methods feature blocking perceived body odor comprising administering a deodorant composition wherein the composition comprises an amount of cross-adapting agent effective to occupy an odorant receptor site, thereby blocking interaction of the site with other odorants.

Abstract: A compound of formula (I) or (A) in the form of any one of its stereoisomers or a mixture thereof, and wherein and wherein R1 independently represents a substituent of the benzene ring and is a halogen atom or a linear, branched or cyclic C1-8 alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, alkoxy or alkenyloxy group; R2 represents a C1-3 alkyl group or —OH; and R3 represents a hydrogen atom or a methyl or ethyl group and its use in a perfuming composition or perfuming consumer product.

Abstract: The invention concerns the control of female body odors, particularly odors associated with body fluids, namely products of the genito-urinary tract, such as menstrual or catamenial fluids, vaginal fluids, urine, by use of low odor compositions of fragrance materials. The composition of fragrance material includes at least 5% of one or more musks and at least 5% of one or more salicylates.

Abstract: Methods and compositions comprising design of enlarged pectins are provided. Elaborated pectins are useful for a multitude of functions including surface coating, penetrant, additive and gel. Methods according to the present invention comprise steps for treatments to one or more live pectic cells in one or more compositions that result in modified pectins. In specific embodiments, methods are provided for applying the nanotechnology to live cells for carriage and incorporation of polar compounds.

Abstract: An adhesive detergent and/or perfuming composition, in the form of gel or a paste, directly applicable onto the surface of interest, adhering thereto without the aid of a support and/or container, and from which, if subjected to the action of water, is removed only after a great number of flushing operations, comprising i) an adhesion promoter composed of one or more salts of alkyl ether sulphate, preferably lauryl ether sulphate salts; ii) silica; iii) a perfuming agent; iv) water.

Abstract: A triggerable composition for two-stage, controlled release of a functional active chemical includes a trigonelline ester of a functional active with at least one hydroxyl group configured to release the functional active through a hydrolysis reaction upon contact with an aqueous medium, and an encapsulation material for encapsulating the trigonelline ester including a functional active, the encapsulation material triggerable to release the trigonelline ester upon the occurrence of an environmental stimulus. In other aspects, a viscous liquid or an absorbent article includes a triggerable composition for two-stage, controlled release of a functional active chemical, the composition including a trigonelline ester of a functional active with at least one hydroxyl group configured to release the functional active through a hydrolysis reaction upon contact with an aqueous medium, and an encapsulation material for encapsulating the trigonelline ester including a functional active.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the field of perfumery. More particularly, it provides a perfuming composition capable of prolonging the release of a perfuming component into the surrounding environment when applied on a body surface such as skin or hair. The composition comprises Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate as a fragrance evaporation modulator in the presence of high amounts of ethanol. The invention also relates to consumer articles containing such compositions. It finally provides methods for the perfuming of a body surface and a method for increasing the long-lastingness of a perfuming component using these compositions.

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: Compositions are provided that provide release of fragrance over an extended period of time. The compositions comprise a hydrophilically-modified cross-linked silicone elastomer and an acrylic rheology modifier.

Abstract: The present invention provides a corona-core microgel emulsifying agent composed of a copolymer obtained by polymerizing polyethylene oxide macromonomers, hydrophobic monomers, and cross-linking monomers under specific conditions as well as an oil-in-water emulsified composition characteristically using said emulsifying agent for emulsification. The object of the present invention is to provide a new corona-core microgel emulsifying agent to be used to prepare an oil-in-water emulsified composition that manifests superior emulsification stability, stability over time, and low skin irritation, and is free of stickiness at the time of application, manifests dewy freshness, is free of powdery sensation and/or squeakiness, and is superior in durability of fragrance, as well as an oil-in-water emulsified composition emulsified with said emulsifying agent.

Abstract: A liquid composition including between 1 and 15 parts by weight of PEBA to 100 parts by weight of solvent, wherein: said solvent includes between 1 and 49% by volume of alcohol low in C1 to C4 and between 51 and 99% by volume of a cosolvent miscible with alcohol, in the total volume of solvent. Further, use of such a composition for producing water-resistant objects, such as coatings, films, varnishes, paints, in particular anti-graffiti coatings, seals, in particular sealing joints, personal protective equipment, gloves, flexible masks, condoms, and protective equipment for electronic or computer hardware.

Abstract: The invention relates to combinations of 1-aza-3,7-dioxabicyclo[3.3.0]octane compounds with silicic acid esters, methods for producing same, the use of same as pro-fragrances, as well as washing and cleaning agents, fabric softeners and cosmetics that contain same. The invention also relates to a method for prolonging the perception of fragrance in such agents.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition of (a) a selected amino alcohol compound of general formula (I), (b) a scent aldehyde and/or scent ketone, and (c) a selected silicic acid ester, to the use of same as a pro-scent, as well as to washing and cleaning agents, fabric softeners and cosmetics which contain these. The invention also relates to a method for prolonging the perception of scent in such agents, and to a method for removing malodors by applying said composition.

Abstract: A delivery system for an active substance, comprising a substrate on which the substance is loaded for subsequent release, wherein: (i) the substrate has been at least partially coated with a polymer using plasma deposition (preferably pulsed plasma deposition); (ii) the active substance is present as a guest molecule within a cyclodextrin inclusion complex; and (iii) the inclusion complex is bound to the polymer through a chemical linkage formed between a hydroxyl group on the cyclodextrin and a functional group on the polymer. The system may be used to control the release of an active substance such as a perfume. Also provided are methods for preparing (a) the delivery system and (b) a functionalised substrate for use as part of the system, in which the polymer is suitably reacted with a cyclodextrin using an S N 2 nucleophilic substitution reaction, in particular a Williamson ether synthesis reaction.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the field of perfumery. More particularly, it provides a perfuming composition capable of prolonging the release of a perfuming component into the surrounding environment when applied on a body surface. The composition comprises PPG-3 myristyl ether as a fragrance evaporation modulator in the presence of high amounts of ethanol. The invention also relates to consumer articles containing such compositions. It finally provides methods for the perfuming of a body surface and a method for increasing the long-lastingness of a perfuming component using these compositions.

Abstract: Aerosolized compositions including a cyclic oligosaccharide; a fragrance; a volatile solvent; and a propellant; wherein the aerosolized composition is free of nonvolatile solvents are described herein. The aerosolized compositions and methods disclosed herein may provide a longer lasting fragrance.

Abstract: A device may comprise first matter including a first material adapted, when in contact with a liquid, to clean the liquid and to maintain the liquid at a first color. The device may include second matter including a second material adapted, when in contact with the liquid, to maintain the liquid at a second color. The device may further include an interface configured to limit an exposure of the second material to the liquid before at least a portion of the first material contacts the liquid.

Abstract: A perfuming composition capable of prolonging the release of a perfuming component into the surrounding environment when applied on a body surface. The composition includes isocetyl alcohol as a fragrance evaporation modulator in the presence of high amounts of ethanol. Also, consumer articles containing such compositions and methods for the perfuming of a body surface and for increasing the long-lastingness of a perfuming component using these compositions.

Abstract: A rose-like fragrance composition including methyl epijasmonate, provided that a natural jasmine fragrance containing methyl epijasmonate is excluded. The rose-like fragrance composition can also include 2-isopropyl-4-methyl thiazole.

Abstract: The need for a treatment composition which provides a pleasant odour to a treated situs, particularly one having a long-lasting woody, floral, fruity or citrus character, and which does not discolour over time, is met by formulating the treatment composition with microcapsules comprising a microcapsule wall formed from cross-linked formaldehyde, and a core comprising an aldehyde or ketone containing perfume, in combination with a formaldehyde scavenger which does not complex with the aldehyde and/or ketone and amine, to form complexes that result in discoloration.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for producing perfume-containing microcapsules having both an aqueous inner phase and an oily inner phase, which can be used in home or personal care products, as well as to the process for producing these microcapsules and the consumer products containing them.

Abstract: The invention relates to a perfuming solution comprising a volatile alcohol, a perfume and a mixture for stabilizing said perfume consisting of at least one UV filter selected from the derivatives of cinnamate, at least one UV filter selected from the derivatives of dibenzoylmethane, and at least one non-volatile oil that is soluble in said alcohol and is a solvent for said filters, the stabilizing mixture being in sufficient amount to protect the perfuming solution from degradation by UV radiation.

Abstract: An aqueous formulation for dispensing as a spray polymeric microcapsules containing at least one active ingredient, the aqueous formulation comprising: (i) water; (ii) polymeric microcapsules having an oil-soluble core containing the at least one active ingredient; (iii) a cross linked acrylic acid co-polymer; (iv) a neutralising amine for activating the cross linked acrylic acid copolymer to form a gel suspension for the polymeric microcapsules whereby the polymeric microcapsules are suspended in the water; (v) a chelant for protecting the aqueous formulation against destabilisation by excessive metal ions; and (vi) an inhibitor for inhibiting bacterial growth in the water.

Abstract: A cosmetic compositions including a crosspolymer obtained from copolymerization of at least two different polyols and at least one dicarboxylic acid and at least one fragrance.

Abstract: The present invention provides an aqueous liquid fragrance composition which contains a fragrance, gluconate, an anionic surfactant, a non-ionic surfactant and water, the sum of the amounts of the anionic surfactant and the non-ionic surfactant contained per 1 part by weight of the fragrance being 0.3 to 1.4 parts by weight, and also provides an aqueous liquid fragrance using the same. By containing gluconate, an anionic surfactant and a non-ionic surfactant in an aqueous liquid fragrance composition, this composition of the present invention makes it possible to reduce the amount of a surfactant for solubilizing the fragrance in water. In the present invention, reducing the amount of a surfactant for solubilizing the fragrance in water makes it possible to provide an aqueous liquid fragrance composition and aqueous liquid fragrance using the same whereby favorable volatility can be upheld during use, transparency can be maintained, and the appearance will not be adversely affected.

Abstract: The present invention provides an alcohol-based stable and translucent fragrance composition containing a large amount of perfume. The fragrance composition of the present invention is a composition in which the total amount of (a) silicone oil and (b) ?-olefin oligomer that is a hydrogenated trimer, tetramer, pentamer, and/or hexamer of ?-olefin having 4 to 12 carbon atoms is 2 to 12% by mass in the composition, and the mass ratio of (b)/(a) is 0.1 to 0.7; the amount of (c) polyether-modified silicone with respect to (b) ?-olefin oligomer is 2 to 10 times in mass; the amount of (d) perfume is 3 to 30% by mass in the composition; the amount of (e) lower alcohol having 1 to 4 carbon atoms is 50% by mass or more in the composition; the amount of (f) water is 3.5 to 15% by mass in the composition; and the L value of the composition is 70 to 95 provided the L value is a percentage (%) of strength of a transmitted light compared with a strength of an incident light.

Abstract: A process is disclosed to make polyurea microcapsules containing fragrance oil. The microcapsules are heat stable such that the fragrance substantially remains when the microcapsules are exposed for 1 hour at a temperature of from about 190° F. to about 240° F.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a dynamic mixture obtained by combining, in the presence of water, at least one diamine derivative, comprising at least one heteroaryl moiety, with at least two perfuming aldehydes and/or ketones. The invention's mixture is capable of releasing in a controlled and prolonged manner said perfuming compounds, in particular perfuming ingredients, into the surrounding environment. The invention's dynamic mixture gives rise to a more evenly distributed positive effect for the release of the different carbonyl compounds which are part of the mixture than other examples reported in the prior art.

Abstract: Perfume compositions having functional perfume components for aiding in perfume evaporation. The functional perfume components have a Kovat's index in the range of 900-1400 and an ODT of greater than about 1 ppb. In one embodiment, the functional perfume component may be present in an amount from at least about 10% by weight of the composition. In another embodiment, the composition containing a function perfume component is substantially free of a VOC.

Abstract: A highly photostable, broad spectrum (UVA/UVB) sunscreen composition having an SPF of greater than 50 that retains about 90% of its UV absorbance over the range of 290 nm to 400 nm after being irradiated with 15 MEDs of energy from a simulated solar radiation source calibrated in accordance with the COLIPA standard. The highly photostable sunscreen composition is comprised of at least one dibenzoylmethane derivative, preferably avobenzone, and at least four compounds that quench singlet-excited energy and/or triplet excited energy, respectively “singlet quenchers” and “triplet quenchers”.