Abstract: A thickener-rheology modifier system for use in hair care and skin care compositions comprising:

Abstract: A cosmetic or dermatological topical preparation contains, as active ingredient, an &agr;-amino acid derivative of the formula (I) 1

Abstract: Organopolysiloxane gels containing gel-bound hydrophillic groups are prepared by reacting a hydrosilylatable unsaturated organopolysiloxane resin, a crosslinker bearing Si—H bound hydrogen, and a hydrosilylatable unsaturated hydrophile, in the presence of an effective amount of a hydrosilylation catalyst, at least a portion of the reaction taking place in the presence of at least 60 weight percent of an oleaginous composition containing at least 50 weight percent low viscosity organopolysiloxane. When sheared, the crosslinked organosiloxane compositions form a stable, preferably incompatible gel which may be used in turn to form a stable emulsion with large amounts of ordinarily incompatible hydrophillic liquids. The emulsions thus formed are suitable for use in a wide variety of cosmetic products.

Abstract: A water/oil/water triple emulsion comprising an aqueous external phase and a W/O primary emulsion comprising an oily phase and an aqueous internal phase, which comprises at least one partially or completely crosslinked organopolysiloxane elastomer comprising a polyoxyethylenated and/or polyoxypropylenated chain. The emulsion may be used, for example for cleansing and/or treating and/or protecting the skin and/or mucous membranes and/or keratinous fibers.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition for skin use which comprises urea and a buffer comprising disodium hydrogenphosphate and citric acid or a buffer comprising potassium dihydrogenphosphate and disodium hydrogenphosphate, or both, and a cosmetic composition further comprising allantoin. Notwithstanding inclusion of urea which is useful for preventing rough dry skin and maintaining moisturization, the cosmetic composition does not have problems such as an increase in pH and an odor from ammonia produced by urea during storage for a long period of time.

Abstract: An alkyl polyglycoside and fatty alcohol composition useful as an emulsifier includes: a) 8 to 40% by weight of an alkyl polyglycoside component consisting essentially of: 0 to 20% by weight of at least one alkyl polyglycoside of formula (I): R1O(G1)x1  (I)  in which R1 is a linear or branched alkyl radical having 16 or 18 carbon atoms, G1 is a saccharide residue and x1 is between 1 and 5; 0 to 100% by weight of an alkyl polyglycoside of formula (II): R2O(G2)2  (II)  in which R2 is a linear or branched alkyl radical having 14 carbon atoms, G2 is a saccharide residue and x2 is between 1 and 5; and 0 to 100% by weight of at least one alkyl polyglycoside of formula (III): R3O(G3)x3  (III)  in which R3 is a linear or branched alkyl radical having 20 or 22 carbon atoms, G3 is a saccharide residue and x3 is between 1 and 5; and b) 60 to 92% by weight of a linear or branched aliphatic alcohol having from 14 to 22 carbon atoms.

Abstract: A substrate treated with a lotion including a skin pH balancing compound and a base lotion. The pH balancing compound is preferably an organic acid, such as an alpha-hydroxy acid, an alpha-dihydroxy acid, or a beta-hydroxyacid, a combination of an organic acid and a salt of an organic acid, or a buffer combination, such as combinations of citric acid and disodium phosphate, or disodium citrate and sodium hydroxide. The preferred lotion has the effect of maintaining the skin acid mantle while making the treated substrate, preferably tissue, towel or napkin, optionally wet-strengthened, wipe or nonwoven material, feel smooth, lubricious and nongreasy. The skin care benefits of the lotionized substrate are expressed whether the product is used dry or prewetted with water.

Abstract: This invention provides a milk lotion, cream or the like which does not undergo oil-water phase separation but remains stable for a long time and, in addition, has a good skin feel with good spreadability. It is a water-in-oil emulsifier composition comprising liquid oil basis, liquid oil component gelling agent, water and, as a water-in-oil type surfactant, polyglycerin fatty acid ester and/or polyoxyethylene hydrogenated castor oil.

Abstract: An oil/water/oil triple emulsion is stabilized with at least one partially or completely crosslinked organopolysiloxane elastomer having at least one polyoxyethylenated and/or polyoxypropylenated chain. The stable triple emulsion can be used as a composition for topical application, in particular as a cosmetic or dermatological composition, and especially as a vehicle for active principles. The emulsion is particularly useful for cleansing and/or treating and/or protecting the skin and/or mucous membranes and/or keratinous fibers.

Abstract: A wrinkle reducing cream is presented which reduces wrinkles upon topical application to the skin. The main ingredients of the composition include a water and caffeine composition which is mixed together in a first vessel and a glycerin composition heated in a second vessel. The three components of the active ingredient are mixed carefully, making sure that any precipitate produced is remixed into the solution. After heating and mixing the components, the entire composition is cooled with care being taken to push any precipitate back into solution to ensure an even distribution of all of the components. The active ingredient thus produced may be combined with a suitable cosmetic vehicle to provide the topical wrinkle reducing composition. The composition is topically applied to the wrinkled area over a period of days or months in order to reduce or entirely eliminate wrinkles from the skin. The final active ingredient may also be used for other applications.

Abstract: A powder composition comprising, a copolymer containing (A) an organopolysiloxane monomer, one or more kinds of monomer selected from a group composed by (B) a monomer containing nitrogen group, a monomer possessing a polyoxyalkylene group, a monomer possessing a polylactone group, a monomer possessing a hydroxyl group and a monomer possessing an anionic group and a powder. Further, a powder dispersion in oil comprising said copolymer, powder and oil, and a cosmetic composition containing them. Said powder composition and a powder dispersion in oil have a less cohesion of powder particles and is superior in a dispersing ability and a dispersion stability, and the cosmetic composition which contains said powder composition has a good stability and gives an excellent sensation at the actual use.

Abstract: A process for making up or caring for keratin fibers. A cosmetic composition comprising fibers and at least one film-forming polymer in the form of particles in aqueous dispersion is applied to the keratin fibers.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of aminoalcohol derivatives containing a urea functional group corresponding to the following formula: in which: R1 represents a linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated alkyl radical having from 8 to 22 carbon atoms; R2 represents a hydrogen atom or a linear or branched, saturated alkyl radical having from 1 to 6 carbon atoms; R3 represents a linear or branched, monohydroxylated or polyhydroxylated, saturated alkyl group having from 1 to 10 carbon atoms, in and for the preparation of cosmetic or dermatological compositions. These compounds are used in particular as moisturizing agents in care products for the skin or as conditioning agents in hair products.

Abstract: A substance P antagonist is used in a cosmetic composition to treat sensitive skin. More specifically, a cosmetic composition containing a substance P antagonist is used to prevent and/or combat skin irritations, desquamation, erythermas, sensations of dysesthesia/overheating, or pruritus of the skin.

Abstract: A topical composition suitable for application to skin comprising an amount of antioxidant action vitamin and vitamin precursor sufficient to bring about an effect selected from the group consisting of a level of vitamin on the skin significantly above the amount of vitamin on normal vitamin untreated skin for a period of treating four hours after application of the said vitamin containing composition, a reduction of lipid peroxide levels brought about by an insult to the skin wherein the skin is treated with the said vitamin containing composition prior to said insult, a level of skin vitamin which is significantly above the level of vitamin on the skin brought about by oral ingestion of the vitamin, or a combination of any of a, b, or c.

Abstract: A cholesterol ester clathrate comprising a cholesterol ester included in a hydroxyalkylated cyclodextrin; a hydrous composition comprising a hydroxyalkylated cyclodextrin, a cholesterol ester and water; a hydrous composition comprising a hydroxyalkylated cyclodextrin, a cholesterol ester, a hydrous stabilizer, and water; a hydrous composition comprising a hydroxyalkylated cyclodextrin, a cholesterol ester, a clay mineral, and water; cosmetics containing these hydrous compositions; and process for the preparation thereof. The clathrate exhibits an emulsifying effect in itself. Further, the hydrous compositions are excellent in water-holding capacity and are improved in hydration properties and separation stability at a high temperature.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a cosmetic composition comprising a self-heating component, self-indicating disintegrating granules comprised of water-insoluble polymer and a colorant, which gives users indications of the length of time the composition has been applied and the degree of mixing when in use.

Abstract: A facial skin cleansing and reconditioning composition. The composition generally includes a preselected corundum as a mildly skin abrasive powder which has been decontaminated by gamma ray sterilization rendering it microbally controlled. The abrasive particles are fused and of highly uniform size and shape, that shape being substantially free of ragged edges which could rip at the pores or tear the skin. The composition also includes an emollient, an emulsifier, a chelating agent, a preservative and a diluent.

Abstract: A topical flowable personal care product, and more specifically, a shower gel shampoo, body lotion, moisturizing cream, sunscreen, skin toner, or the like, exhibiting a thermochromic color change, preferably at a discrete temperature, preferably at a temperature between about 20° C. (room temperature) and about 37° C. (skin or shower-water temperature). The composition thus changes in response to body heat or the heat of a bath or shower.

Abstract: The present invention relates to cosmetic or dermatological compositions capable of being applied to the skin, the keratinous fibers, the nails, the semimucous membranes and/or the mucous membranes, and which includes a dendritic polyester polymer having terminal hydroxyl functional groups or the combination of such a polymer with a film-forming polymer. It also relates to methods of cosmetic or dermatological treatment using these compositions as well as the use of the compositions for the preparation of dermatological or cosmetic compositions.

Abstract: A topical composition and cosmetic method for treating skin conditions selected form the group consisting of wrinkling, sagging, photodamaged skin, sensitive skin, dry skin, flaky skin, red skin, irritated skin, itchy skin and age spots, the composition comprising: (a) conjugated linoleic acid, and/or derivatives thereof comprising conjugated linoleic acid moieties, in which at least 50% by weight of the conjugated linoleic acid and/or moieties, is present as the cis 9 trans 11 isomer; and (b) a dermatologically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: A cosmetic or dermatological composition in the form of a stable oil-in-water emulsion comprises (a) from 15 to 50 percent by weight of at least one vegetable oil containing at least 40 percent linoleic acid triglyceride, (b) from 2 to 7 percent by weight of a self-emulsifiable composition comprising from 60 to 90 percent by weight of at least one fatty alcohol having from 12 to 22 carbon atoms, from 10 to 40 percent by weight of at least one alkylpolysaccharide wherein the alkyl moiety has from 12 to 22 carbon atoms, and from 0 to 5 percent by weight of polysaccharide, (c) from 0.5 to 5 percent by weight of a coemulsifying agent selected from the group consisting of at least one saturated fatty alcohol having from 16 to 32 carbon atoms, a saturated fatty acid having from 16 to 32 carbon atoms and a mixture thereof, (d) from 0.1 to 1 percent by weight of a gelling agent, the remainder consisting essentially of an aqueous phase.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an antiwrinkle composition that includes, in a physiologically acceptable medium: a dispersion of a film-forming polymeric system containing at least one polymer capable of forming a film permeable to water vapor, having a Young's modulus ranging from 108 to 1010 N/m2 and producing, after application at a concentration of 7% in water and then drying, a retraction of the isolated stratum corneum greater than 1% at a temperature of 30° C. and a relative humidity of 40%, and a dendritic polyester polymer having terminal hydroxyl functional groups.

Abstract: The present invention provides a nanoemulsion, that includes: an oily phase dispersed in an aqueous phase; and at least one anionic surfactant selected from the group including phosphoric acid fatty esters and oxyethylenated derivatives thereof, and mixtures thereof; wherein the oily phase includes oil globules having a number-average size of less than 100 nm; wherein the oily phase includes at least one oil having a molecular weight of greater than 400; and wherein a weight ratio of the oily phase to the surfactant ranges from 2 to 10. The invention also provides a process for making the nanoemulsion, and methods for its use. The nanoemulsion is ideally transparent and stable on storage. It can ideally contain large amounts of oil while retaining good transparency and good cosmetic properties. The nanoemulsion is particularly useful in compositions, including topical, pharmaceutical, dermatological, cosmetic, opthalmic, and opthalmologic.

Abstract: Resveratrol, a component of a variety of common edible plants, including peanuts and red grapes, is a phytoestrogen. Resveratrol inhibits proliferation of skin epidermal cells (keratinocytes) and stimulates their differentiation. Resveratrol was also found to inhibit melanin production by skin cells and to alleviate skin irritation that may be caused by alpha-hydroxy acids. Resveratrol is useful in improving the appearance of wrinkled, lined, dry, flaky, aged or photodamaged skin and improving skin thickness, elasticity, flexibility, radiance, glow and plumpness.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of cinnamic acid, or of at least one of its derivatives, in a cosmetic composition as a firming agent for the skin and/or mucous membranes. The invention also relates to a firming composition comprising cinnamic acid or at least one of its derivatives.

Abstract: A cleanser product which will not stain surfaces is disclosed. Specifically, the present invention provides a cleanser comprising a photosensitive dye. The present invention also provides a method for preventing the of staining of surfaces by cleanser products.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions based on alkyl polyglycosides and fatty alcohols which enable stable fluid emulsions to be produced, and which contain These compositions generally comprise: 5 to 60% by weight of a mixture of alkyl polyglycosides essentially consisting of: 10 to 25% by weight of an alkyl polyglycoside of formula (I) R1O(G1)X1  (I) 10 to 30% by weight of an alkyl polyglycoside of formula (II) R2O(G2)X2  (II) 0 to 10% by weight of a mixture of alkyl polyglycosides of formulae (III) and (IV): R3O(G3)X3  (III) R4O(G4)X4  (IV) 40 to 80% by weight of a mixture of alkyl polyglycosides of formulae (V) and (VI): R5O(G5)X5  (V) R6O(G6)X6  (VI) in which R1, R2, R3, R4, R5 and R6 each represent a linear or branched aliphatic radical having 12, 14, 16, 18, 20 and 22 carbon atoms respectively, G1, G2, G3, G4, G5 and G6 each represent a saccharide residue, x1, x2, x3, x4, x5 and x6 each represent a number between 1 and 5;

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of cinnamic acid, or of at least one of its derivatives, in a cosmetic composition as an agent for promoting the synthesis of the skin's total lipids. The invention also relates to a cosmetic composition comprising an effective amount of cinnamic acid or of at least one of its derivatives.

Abstract: Topical skin rejuvenation cream and lotion compositions for dry, damaged or aging skin comprising deionized water, mink oil, vitamin E, retinol acetate (vitamin A), ginseng, aloe vera, glycerin, lanolin (hydrous), gotu kola, soybean oil, fish liver oil, hydrolyzed animal protein, dl-alpha tocopherol acetate, stearic acid, cetyl alcohol, citric acid, silicon, isopropylmyristate, propylene glycol, stearyl alcohol, glycerol stearate, dimethicone, lactic acid, quaternium-15, propylparaben, carbomer 934 and 940, triethanolamine, methylparaben, tetrasodium ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA), DMDM hydantoin, diazolidinyl urea and fragrance.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of aminoalcohol derivatives containing a urea functional group corresponding to the following formula: 1

Abstract: A stable topical composition, which can be used in the cosmetic or dermatological fields, comprising at least one liquid fatty phase in combination with a solid phase representing at least 10% of the total weight of the fatty phase and further comprising a partially or completely crosslinked elastomeric organopolysiloxane and spherical polymeric particles with a particle diameter of less than 10 &mgr;m.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions based on alkyl polyglycosides and fatty alcohols, characterized in that they comprise: *5 to 60% by weight of a mixture of alkyl polyglycosides constituted essentially of: −30 to 95% by weight of a mixture of alkyl polyglycosides of formulae (I) and (II): R1O(G1)x1  (I) R2O(G2)x2  (II) in which R1 and R2 each represent a linear or branched aliphatic radical having 16 and 18 carbon atoms respectively, G1 and G2 each represent a saccharide residue, and x1 and x2 each represent a number between 1 and 5; −70 to 5% by weight of a mixture of alkyl polyglycosides of formulae (III) and (IV): R3O(G3)x3  (III) R4O(G4)x4  (IV) in which R3 and R4 each represent a linear or branched aliphatic radical having 20 and 22 carbon atoms respectively, G3 and G4 each represent a saccharide residue, x3 and x4 each represent a number between 1 and 5; *95 to 40% by weight of one or more alcohols of formula R′OH, in which R&pr

Abstract: Topically applicable pharmaceutical/dermatological/cosmetic compositions well suited for the therapeutic treatment or care of sensitive human skin, hair, mucous membranes, nails and/or the scalp, in particular for reducing or avoiding the skin-irritant side effects of a variety of bioactive agents, for example the &agr;-hydroxy and &bgr;-hydroxy acids, comprise a therapeutically/cosmetically effective amount of at least one bradykinin antagonist.

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 hydrous, liquid, paste- or cream-like skin cleaning agents for the removal of strongly adhering soil, comprising anionic and/or amphoteric and/or non-ionogenic surfactants as washing-active substances, thickeners, at least one abrasive, and, optionally, adjuvants for the regulation of consistency, appearance, odor, and stability, such as pigments, fragrances, stabilizers, and preservatives, which skin cleaning agents are characterized by the fact that they comprise di-n-butyl adipate and/or di-isopropyl adipate as the exclusive solvents. These agents are obtained by homogeneously mixing the components, optionally under heating of the mixture. If a C8-C16 fatty alcohol which acts as consistency regulator is added, heating of the component mixture may be omitted. Besides, the addition of the fatty alcohol increases the detergent action.

Abstract: A water-in-oil emulsion is provided having a liquid fatty phase and an aqueous phase, wherein the liquid fatty phase contains a fumed silica and at least one polysaccharide alkyl ether formed of units containing at least two different saccharide rings, each unit containing at least one hydroxyl group substituted with a hydrocarbon-based chain, and from 0% to 5% by weight, relative to the total weight of the emulsion, of at least one emulsifying surfactant, and the liquid fatty phase contains at least one medium which is a solvent for the polysaccharide alkyl ether, that is useful in particular in the cosmetics and/or dermatological fields.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition comprising monocarboxylic acids for the treatment of keratinous materials, specially of the nails.

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 topical compositions comprising a vitamin B3 compound which are useful for regulating skin condition, especially for regulating the signs of skin aging.

Abstract: A composition for use as a sunscreen applied during washing includes photoprotective agents of the organic type (e.g., octylmethoxy cinnamate and oxybenzone), the inorganic type (e.g., titanium dioxide and zinc oxide), or combinations of the organic and inorganic agents. Additional components include skin penetration enhancers, emollients and surfactants. Additional sunscreen combinations include a sunscreen cleanser based upon triethanolamine (TEA).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a leave-on antimicrobial composition comprising from about 0.001% to about 5% of an antimicrobial active; from about 0.5% to about 10% of an anionic surfactant; from about 0.1% to about 10% of a proton donating agent, wherein the proton donating agent is such that the composition is essentially free of C4-C20 alkyl fatty acid; and from about 0% to about 98.85% of water; wherein the composition is adjusted to a pH of from about 3.0 to about 6.0; wherein the leave-on antimicrobial composition has a One-wash Immediate Germ Reduction Index of greater than about 50%; and wherein the leave-on antimicrobial composition has a Mildness Index of greater than 0.3. The invention also encompasses methods for moisturizing skin, reducing germs on the skin, and providing residual effectiveness versus Gram positive bacteria using these products.

Abstract: This invention involves skin cleaning products and tapes for removing keratotic plugs, dirt and other debris found on the skin and in skin pores and comprising a starch based remoistenable adhesive composition wherein the starch has from about 0 to 70% by weight amylose content and is converted to from about 30 WF to 20 DE.

Abstract: A cosmetic and/or dermatological lotion comprising an aqueous phase and a powdered phase, the powdered phase comprising at least one active powder and hollow particles based on at least one acrylic or methacrylic polymer or copolymer, the aqueous phase being present in an amount ranging from 90 to 99.99% by weight with respect to the total weight of the lotion. The inventive lotion has the advantage of being soft on application and of exhibiting a powdered phase which does not become clogged. The lotion may be used for caring for, cleaning, removing make-up from and/or coloring the skin, mucous membranes and/or scalp.

Abstract: The present invention relates to topical compositions comprising a collagen enhancing effective amount of a whey protein, vitamin A, vitamin E and vitamin C in combination with each other. Vitamin E and vitamin C components are present in specific ranges based on their inverse effect in boosting collagen synthesis. The compositions can enhance the production of collagen in skin and improve the resiliency of the skin. The increased production of collagen using the compositions of the present invention restores proteins and vitamins to the skin and helps alleviate some of the effects of aging and photoaging of skin. The present invention also includes methods of applying the compositions to the skin.

Abstract: The invention concerns the use of a substance P antagonist in a cosmetic composition used to treat sensitive skin. More specifically, the invention relates to a substance P antagonist used to prevent and/or combat skin irritations, desquamation, erythemas, sensations of dysesthesia/overheating, or pruritus of the skin.

Abstract: In an emulsion cosmetic composition for application to skin containing water and at least one surfactant, the improvement wherein the composition also contains a water soluble, protein polysaccharide complex (“PPC”) having a net positive or negative charge, which is the reaction product of at least one protein and at least one anionic polysaccharide.

Abstract: A composition for the treatment of skin includes an alpha amino acid, which is most preferably an alpha amino dicarboxylic acid such as aspartic acid or glutamic acid. The composition has a pH in the range of 0.5 to 5. Also disclosed is a method for preparing the compositions wherein the amino acid is first solubilized in a strong acid, and the resultant solution then neutralized with a base to the therapeutic pH range. Also disclosed is a carrier for dermatological compositions comprising a solution of ascorbic acid and mineral salts.

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.