Facial Moisturizer Patents (Class 514/847)
  • Alcoholic moisturizing after shave lotion
    Patent number: 5527530
    Abstract: The present invention is for an alcoholic moisturizing after shave lotion having reduced stinging and burning upon application. Said lotion contains a combination of an anti-inflamatory agent and a moisturizing emollient within specified ratios to one another for elimination of stinging and burning when applying said lotion to the skin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 8, 1994
    Date of Patent: June 18, 1996
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Mason S. Simmons, Louis S. Lisboa, Elizabeth A. Ferguson
  • Methods of using lysophosphatidic acids for regulating skin wrinkles
    Patent number: 5521223
    Abstract: The subject invention relates to methods for regulating wrinkles in mammalian skin comprising topical application of a lysophosphatidic acid compound having the structure: ##STR1## or a cyclic derivative thereof having the structure: ##STR2## or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein --R is unsubstituted or substituted, saturated or unsaturated, straight or branched chain alkyl having from 12 to about 23 carbon atoms; each --X-- is independently --O-- or --S--; and --Y-- is --O-- or --CH.sub.2 --.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 1993
    Date of Patent: May 28, 1996
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Gary A. Piazza, Adam W. Mazur
  • Vitamin A palmitate composition and methodology for repairing and rejuvenating human skin
    Patent number: 5520919
    Abstract: A topically administered composition and methodology of Vitamin A Palmitate for application with human skin care. The substance is composed of 4-10% A Palmitate in combination with at least 51% water surfactant. Non-irritating thickeners, preservatives and carriers synergize to achieve unrestricted topical application which repair and rejuvenate all of the layers of the skin tissue.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 15, 1994
    Date of Patent: May 28, 1996
    Inventor: Sheldon Lerner
  • Low irritant skin-cosmetic composition for daily topical use, its application and manufacture
    Patent number: 5520918
    Abstract: A skin-conditioning composition is disclosed which can be applied topically to improve skin cell renewal rates with low irritation levels and comprises minor proportions of a salicylic acid and a somewhat hydrophobic alpha hydroxy aliphatic acid formulated into an acidic cosmetic composition, optionally with an anti-irritant or anti-oxidant additive. Preferred acids are salicylic and lactic and appropriate compositions are also useful topical treatments for the scalp to reduce hair loss.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 1994
    Date of Patent: May 28, 1996
    Assignee: Mary Kay Cosmetics, Inc.
    Inventor: Walter P. Smith
  • Antifungal formulation
    Patent number: 5519059
    Abstract: Disclosed is a topical antifungal formulation including a mixture of isopropyl alcohol, isopropyl myristate and polyethylene glycol or propylene glycol; and a pharmaceutically effective amount of tolnaftate. The formulation provides a solution of tolnaftate which is penetrating, emollient, and non-oily or greasy, non-irritating and rapidly drying. Optionally, aloe vera, vitamin E succinate and witch hazel may be included.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 17, 1994
    Date of Patent: May 21, 1996
    Inventor: Assad S. Sawaya
  • Metal hydroxide deodorant formulation
    Patent number: 5512274
    Abstract: A deodorant composition consists essentially of magnesium hydroxide in an amount sufficient to neutralize 3-methyl-2-hexanoic acid associated with human perspiration. The composition is used by applying it to a surface in contact with human perspiration in an amount sufficient to reduce perspiration odor. The composition and method are useful for inhibiting perspiration odor in humans.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 25, 1992
    Date of Patent: April 30, 1996
    Inventor: Robin L. Phinney
  • Method and composition for treating and preventing dry skin disorders
    Patent number: 5508034
    Abstract: A method and composition for treating and preventing dry skin includes a lipid concentrate blended from a combination of the three naturally-occurring lipid groups found in the stratum corneum. The concentrate may be applied topically as prepared, or may be blended with a therapeutically acceptable vehicle suitable for topical application.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 1994
    Date of Patent: April 16, 1996
    Assignee: GenDerm Corporation
    Inventor: Joel E. Bernstein
  • Sunscreen compositions
    Patent number: 5505935
    Abstract: A cosmetic sunscreen composition is described that includes an ethylene/vinyl acetate copolymer, an acrylic polymer such as poly(methyl methacrylate) and a chromophoric organic sunscreen agent capable of absorbing ultraviolet radiation within the range 290 to 400 nm. The ethylene/vinyl acetate copolymer and acrylic polymer have been found to interactively boost the SPF value of the organic sunscreen.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 9, 1994
    Date of Patent: April 9, 1996
    Assignee: Elizabeth Arden Company, Division of Conopco, Inc.
    Inventors: Angel A. Guerrero, Thomas C. Klepacky
  • Personal care formulations
    Patent number: 5500217
    Abstract: A personal care formulation which contains, as an anti-microbial agent, a compound containing the structure --C(S)--N(OR)-- or a salt or complex thereof, for example a 2:1 complex or salt of 3-hydroxy-4-methylthiazol-2(3H)thione and zinc. The personal care formulation may be an oil-in-water or water-in-oil emulsion such as hand lotions and emollient creams, or may be shampoos and the like. The anti-microbial agent has good activity against micro-organisms together with a low toxicity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 23, 1993
    Date of Patent: March 19, 1996
    Assignee: Zeneca Limited
    Inventors: Peter W. Austin, Michael Singer
  • Sun rise lotion
    Patent number: 5498637
    Abstract: This invention relates to a method for moisturizing the skin with a natural product consisting of fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, and water.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 12, 1994
    Date of Patent: March 12, 1996
    Inventors: Ronald E. Timmermeyer, Sr., Susan K. Zarp
  • Cosmetics containing enzymatically debranched starch
    Patent number: 5496861
    Abstract: Emulsion-containing cosmetic compositions, wherein the emulsion comprises an aqueous dispersion of 15 to 40% solids, by weight, of an enzymatically degraded starch, which starch has been debranched by treatment with an alpha-1,6-D-glucanohydrolase to yield up to 100%, by weight, short chain amylose, are provided herein. Also provided are oil-free cosmetic compositions and cosmetic stick compositions, comprising 1 to 16% enzymatically debranched starch; 2 to 35% water; 35 to 90% hydrophobic base, selected from the group consisting of oil, wax and fat, and 5 to 20% emulsifier(s), with the balance of the compositions comprising one or more adjuncts selected from dye(s), fragrance(s), flavor(s), sunscreen agent(s), opacifier(s), and filler(s). Also provided is a method for formulating a cosmetic stick composition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 24, 1994
    Date of Patent: March 5, 1996
    Assignee: National Starch and Chemical Investment Holding Corporation
    Inventors: William Rouse, 3, Maria Valles, Gary T. Martino, Chung-Wai Chiu
  • Skin care formulation
    Patent number: 5494657
    Abstract: The invention comprises compositions for lubricating skin comprising petrolatum, at least one of a squalene or hydrogenated polybutene, non-hydrogenated polybutene, a natural or synthetic source of at least one of a fatty acid or fatty acid ester and an anti-oxidant. The compositions are particularly useful in moisturizing or lubricating compromised or traumatized skin and protecting skin from trauma due to exposure to ultraviolet radiation, radiation therapy and chemotherapy.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 5, 1994
    Date of Patent: February 27, 1996
    Inventor: Russell H. Swenson
  • Oil-in-water emulsions
    Patent number: 5494938
    Abstract: This invention relates to storage oil-in-water emulsions, hereinafter referred to as 0/w emulsions, containing alkyl glucosides and a partial glyceride with a monoglyceride content of 60-95% by weight and to emulsifier concentrates containing alkyl glucosides, a partial glyceride with a monoglyceride content of 60 to 95% by weight and a long-chain alcohol.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 26, 1993
    Date of Patent: February 27, 1996
    Assignee: Henkel Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien
    Inventors: Rolf Kawa, Achim Ansmann, Manfred Weuthen, Holger Tesmann, Thomas Foerster
  • Lubrication germicidal composition
    Patent number: 5492932
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a lubricating germicidal composition, and a method of using the composition as an antiseptic for the hands or as a disinfectant for other inanimate objects. The composition is an alcoholic solution containing cetyl alcohol, glycolic acid, benzalkonium chloride, and a major amount of isopropyl alcohol. In a preferred use, the composition is applied to the surface of the hands as an antiseptic film or "invisible glove" beneath a surgical or other plastic glove to inhibit microbial growth and alleviate drying of the skin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 1994
    Date of Patent: February 20, 1996
    Assignee: Kundsin Leduc Lenmark, Inc.
    Inventor: Ruth B. Kundsin
  • Water-in-oil emulsion containing polyols and its use in cosmetology
    Patent number: 5489429
    Abstract: The invention relates to an emulsion containing an aqueous phase dispersed in an oily phase using a mixed ester of isostearic acid and succinic acid with glycerol, and at least 10% by weight of polyol relative to the total weight of the emulsion.This emulsion is intended in particular for the cosmetic and/or dermatological treatment of hands.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 1994
    Date of Patent: February 6, 1996
    Assignee: L'Oreal
    Inventors: Jacqueline Griat, Jacqueline Lambert, Philippe Touzan
  • Cosmetic composition based on an aqueous dispersion of small lipid spheres
    Patent number: 5489426
    Abstract: A cosmetic composition which is a dispersion of spheres in an external aqueous phase. The spheres are organized molecular layers of a nonionic lipid material encapsulating an internal aqueous phase. The external aqueous phase contains an oil.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 1990
    Date of Patent: February 6, 1996
    Assignee: L'Oreal
    Inventors: Arlette Zabotto, Jacqueline Griat, Rose-Marie Handjani, Guy G. Vanlerberghe, Alain J. Ribier
  • Photoprotection compositions comprising chelating agents
    Patent number: 5487884
    Abstract: The present invention involves photoprotective compositions which are useful for topical application to prevent damage to skin caused by acute or chronic exposure to ultraviolet light comprising chelating agents. Also involved are compositions comprising chelating agents together with anti-inflammatory agents, sunscreening agents, and/or radical scavenging agents. Methods for using such compositions to prevent damage to skin caused by acute or chronic exposure to ultraviolet light are also involved.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 1, 1993
    Date of Patent: January 30, 1996
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Donald L. Bissett, Rodney D. Bush, Ranjit Chatterjee
  • External skin treatment composition
    Patent number: 5484816
    Abstract: An external skin treatment composition containing (I) vitamin A (retinol) and (II) as a stabilizer, a chelating agent/a polysaccharide, an oil, polyethylene (propylene) glycol, a hydroxy carboxylate, a neutral amino acid salt, an oil-soluble antioxidant/EDTA/a benzophenone compound, an oil-soluble antioxidant/an acid/a benzophenone compound, an inclusion compound of cyclodextrin including an antioxidant and/or an ultraviolet absorber, butanediol and/or an oil-soluble antioxidant, a water-soluble benzophenone compound, a basic amino acid and the salt thereof, an acidic amino acid and the salt thereof, a polar oil, a water-swellable clay mineral.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 10, 1994
    Date of Patent: January 16, 1996
    Assignee: Shiseido Company, Ltd.
    Inventors: Takeshi Yanagida, Okihiko Sakamoto
  • Cosmetic compositions containing amino-multicarboxylate modified starch
    Patent number: 5482704
    Abstract: Cosmetic skin and hair care compositions are provided containing amino-multicarboxylate starch derivatives as thickeners or emulsion stabilizers and which have the following formulas: ##STR1## wherein St-O represents a starch molecule;R is H or CH.sub.3 ;R' is H, CH.sub.3 or COOH;M is a cation;n is 2 or 3; andR" is H or alkyl of 1 to 18 carbon atoms. These compositions have good rheological properties and have excellent aesthetic properties of feel and appearance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 28, 1994
    Date of Patent: January 9, 1996
    Assignee: National Starch and Chemical Investment Holding Corporation
    Inventors: Robert W. Sweger, John J. Tsai, Joseph Pasapane, Karen A. Bernard
  • Cosmetic composition for treatment of pimples and redness
    Patent number: 5482710
    Abstract: A cosmetic composition is provided which includes at least one keratolytic agent and a combination of water-soluble and water-insoluble anti-irritancy agents in a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. Most effective is a combination of a C.sub.7 -C.sub.30 .beta.-hydroxy carboxylic acids such as salicylic acid with a C.sub.1 -C.sub.25 .alpha.-hydroxy carboxylic acid such as glycolic or lactic acids. The water-soluble anti-irritancy agent is preferably a salt of glycyrrhizinic acid. The water-insoluble anti-irritancy agent is preferably .alpha.-bisabolol, azulene or combinations thereof. Other performance components may include a C.sub.1 -C.sub.10 alkyl lactate and an antimicrobial agent such as a zinc or aluminum salt.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 30, 1993
    Date of Patent: January 9, 1996
    Assignee: Chesebrough-Pond'USA Co., Division of Conopco, Inc.
    Inventors: Craig S. Slavtcheff, Stephen R. Barrow, Vispi D. Kanga, Michael C. Cheney, Alexander Znaiden
  • Mild cleanser and conditioner to yield soft smooth skin
    Patent number: 5480633
    Abstract: A skin cleanser and conditioner composition and particularly a facial rinse that removes soap and surfactant residue from the skin and thereby prevents irritation caused by the deposition of soaps and surfactants thereon, consisting of low levels of a nonionic surfactant, low levels of an organic acid such as citric acid/sodium citrate, and a major amount of water, which composition may be in the form of a liquid or gel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 1993
    Date of Patent: January 2, 1996
    Assignee: Colgate-Palmolive Company
    Inventors: Frederick A. Simion, Robert H. Cagan, Linda D. Rhein, John C. Blake-Haskins, Stephen W. Babulak
  • External dermatological composition
    Patent number: 5478560
    Abstract: An external dermatological composition comprising a salt of L-arginine-L-aspartic acid and a pharmacologically acceptable carrier therefor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 6, 1993
    Date of Patent: December 26, 1995
    Assignee: Shiseido Company Ltd.
    Inventors: Naoki Tominaga, Ito Kenzo, Yoshimaru Kumano
  • Oil in water emulsions
    Patent number: 5476648
    Abstract: A novel oil in water emulsion composition comprising of two alkoxylated esters and a neopentanoate ester in varied ratios to produce unique and unexpected properties in formulations. Water thin emulsions, deodorant milk emulsions, dry skin lotion and sunscreen emulsion with high unexpected SPF results are a direct result in the use of this emulsion system in the formulation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 1993
    Date of Patent: December 19, 1995
    Assignee: Bernel Chemical
    Inventor: Arnold W. Fogel
  • Compositions for topical application to skin, hair and nails
    Patent number: 5476661
    Abstract: Compositions for treating skin, hair and nails which contain 25-hydroxycalciferol in combination with a lipid ingredient. The compositions avoid the toxic effects of 1,25-dihydroxycalciferol, yet attain keratinocyte differentiation and provide additional benefits. Also disclosed is a method of improving or preventing the appearance of wrinkled, flaky, aged, photodamaged skin by applying to skin a composition containing in a cosmetically acceptable vehicle 25-hydroxycalciferol and a lipid ingredient.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 21, 1994
    Date of Patent: December 19, 1995
    Assignee: Elizabeth Arden Co., Division of Conopco, Inc.
    Inventors: Sreekumar Pillai, Suk H. Cho, Anthony V. Rawlings
  • Cosmetic and an external preparation containing an oil-soluble n-long chained acyl acidic amino acid ester
    Patent number: 5474778
    Abstract: Herein is disclosed a cosmetic or an external preparation containing, as an oleo-phase component, an oil-soluble N-long chained acyl acidic amino acid mono- or di-ester having at least one sterol ester in the molecule, which is a novel compound of excellent emulsifying and hydrating performances.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 1994
    Date of Patent: December 12, 1995
    Assignee: Ajinomoto Co., Inc.
    Inventors: Tomomichi Ichikawa, Shigetoshi Fukami, Tohru Kobayashi
  • Method of using citric acid for the treatment of wrinkles
    Patent number: 5470880
    Abstract: A method for visibly reducing a skin wrinkle by topically applying to the wrinkle citric acid or a topically salt thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 10, 1994
    Date of Patent: November 28, 1995
    Inventors: Ruey J. Yu, Eugene J. Van Scott
  • N-acylglutamine derivatives and cosmetic compositions
    Patent number: 5468474
    Abstract: The present invention relates to N-acylglutamine derivatives of formula (I): ##STR1## The N-acylglutamine derivatives are well compatible with oily bases and have good skin-moisturizing activity and hair growth-stimulative effect. These are useful as cosmetics and hair growth stimulants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 27, 1994
    Date of Patent: November 21, 1995
    Assignee: Kyowa Hakko Kogyo Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Shinkichi Honda, Kenji Torii, Yoichiro Arai, Masaji Kasai, Hiromasa Kato, Takao Iida, Tomoya Takahashi, Yoshiharu Yokoo, Toshikazu Kamiya, Tatsuya Tamaoki
  • Aqueous surfactant compositions of elevated viscosity
    Patent number: 5464874
    Abstract: A surfactant having an elevated viscosity is prepared with thickeners comprising an alkyl polyglycosides, polymer and optionally, a foreign electrolyte.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 22, 1994
    Date of Patent: November 7, 1995
    Assignee: Huels Aktiengesellschaft
    Inventor: Dieter Balzer
  • Methods using vitamin D compounds for improvement of skin conditions
    Patent number: 5459136
    Abstract: Compositions containing vitamin D compounds in a suitable carrier and methods employing such compositions are disclosed for cosmetic uses in the treatment of various skin conditions such as lack of adequate skin firmness, wrinkles, lack of dermal hydration and insufficient sebum secretion. Various formulations of the compositions including creams, lotions and ointments are disclosed for use topically, orally or parenterally in accordance with this invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 4, 1992
    Date of Patent: October 17, 1995
    Assignee: Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation
    Inventors: Hector F. DeLuca, Connie M. Smith
  • Cosmetic compositions
    Patent number: 5456915
    Abstract: A cosmetic composition for increasing the moisture content of skin and/or preventing loss of water from the skin contains a synergistic combination of 1,3-butane diol and 3-methyl-1,3-butane diol as active ingredients.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 1993
    Date of Patent: October 10, 1995
    Assignee: Chesebrough-Pond's USA Co.
    Inventors: Masaaki Nagase, Nahoko Nakashima
  • Pharmaceutical preparation based on rhamnolipid
    Patent number: 5455232
    Abstract: The invention relates to a pharmaceutical preparation comprising as an active ingredient at least one rhamnolipid or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, and a carrier and/or diluent, preferably comprising a rhamnolipid of the general formula: ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 =H, alpha-L-rhamnopyranosyl; ##STR2## R.sub.3 =(C.sub.5 -C.sub.20)-saturated, -mono- of poly-unsaturated alkyl; R.sub.4 =(C.sub.5 -C.sub.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 7, 1994
    Date of Patent: October 3, 1995
    Inventors: Goran Piljac, Visnja Piljac
  • Sunscreen compositions
    Patent number: 5453267
    Abstract: The invention relates to titanium dioxide sunscreen compositions containing 0.025 to 30% by weight of phosphate anions. Phosphate anions, preferably in the form of salts, have been found to prevent or reduce the rate of discolouration of titanium dioxide-containing sunscreen compositions caused by light catalysed reduction of titanium (IV) to titanium (III). Discolouration caused by the presence of parahydroxybenzoic acid esters or para-aminobenzoic acids, esters or derivatives thereof in such compositions has also been found to be reduced by the incorporation of phosphate salt.Titanium dioxide particles having a mean primary particle size of less than 100 nm, each of the particles being substantially coated with phosphate anions are also described for use in sunscreen compositions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 23, 1993
    Date of Patent: September 26, 1995
    Assignee: Boots Company PLC
    Inventors: Colyn R. Kemp, Judy A. Rolfe
  • Skin treatment composition
    Patent number: 5451405
    Abstract: It should be understood that the specific forms of the invention herein illustrated and described are intended to be representative only. Changes, including but not limited to those suggested in this specification, may be made in the illustrated embodiments without departing from the clear teaching of the disclosure. Accordingly, reference should be made to the following appended claims in determining the full scope of the invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 25, 1994
    Date of Patent: September 19, 1995
    Assignee: Chesebrough-Pond's USA Co.
    Inventors: Kelly H. Zhang, Richard Kosturko, John B. Bartolone, Anthony V. Rawlings
  • Anhydrous after shave lotions
    Patent number: 5449512
    Abstract: The present invention are anhydrous after shave lotions comprising a perfume, an alcohol, and a low viscosity silicone fluid. Said compositions have less stinging and burning than compositions known in the art. Furthermore, said compositions are economical and have good skin feel characteristics.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 24, 1994
    Date of Patent: September 12, 1995
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventor: Mason S. Simmons
  • Cosmetic composition containing inclusion product with hydroxyalkylated cyclodextrin
    Patent number: 5447920
    Abstract: A cosmetic composition comprising an inclusion product having a slightly water-soluble component with a hydroxyalkylated cyclodextrin formulated therein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 1994
    Date of Patent: September 5, 1995
    Assignee: Shiseido Company Ltd.
    Inventors: Hajime Matsuda, Kenzo Ito, Akio Taki, Osamu Uejima
  • Amide derivative and external skin care preparation containing the same
    Patent number: 5446027
    Abstract: Amino derivatives represented by the following general formula (1): ##STR1## and external skin care preparations containing such an amide derivative, are useful for preventing or curing skin roughness. Intermediates useful for the preparation of such amides are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 2, 1993
    Date of Patent: August 29, 1995
    Assignee: Kao Corporation
    Inventors: Taketoshi Fujimori, Yukihiro Ohashi, Akira Kawamata
  • Anesthetic compositions
    Patent number: 5446063
    Abstract: Novel topical anesthetic compositions containing high concentrations of benzocaine in a micronized powder form suspended in an emollient vehicle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 8, 1991
    Date of Patent: August 29, 1995
    Assignee: American Home Products Corporation
    Inventors: Gerald L. Reuter, Maureen M. Harrison, Mark E. Coons
  • Cosmetics and pharmaceuticals containing extensins and related methods
    Patent number: 5443855
    Abstract: Cosmetic and pharmaceutical compositions containing effective amounts of substantially intact extensin proteins and the related methods.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 26, 1994
    Date of Patent: August 22, 1995
    Assignee: Revlon Consumer Products Corporation
    Inventors: Barbara Wolf, Marlene Tietjen
  • Silicone containing oil-in-water emulsions
    Patent number: 5443760
    Abstract: An oil-in-water emulsion is prepared with certain siloxane-oxyalkylene copolymeric surfactants which have in the emulsion a combined HLB value of between about 4-7. The oil phase includes silicone oils which are volatile and silicone oils or gums which are non-volatile, or mixtures of silicone oils and gums. What is unexpected and unusual about the invention is that conventional wisdom dictates that surfactant packages having a combined HLB value of 4-7 result in water-in-oil emulsions rather than oil-in-water emulsions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 3, 1993
    Date of Patent: August 22, 1995
    Assignee: Dow Corning Corporation
    Inventor: Kenneth A. Kasprzak
  • Cosmetic compositions containing a polyethoxylated vitamin E
    Patent number: 5441725
    Abstract: The present invention relates to cosmetic compositions containing at least one polyethoxylated vitamin E species, which may be prepared by reacting a vitamin E with ethylene oxide, and exhibit an excellent cell protecting activity in the living body. The cosmetic compositions in the form of a skin-care, hair-care, lip-care and make-up cosmetic composition, which contain at least one polyethoxylated vitamin E species in an amount of 0.01 to 50% by weight, provide a protection against harmful oxygen species, show a moisture retention ability, and increase the tensile strength of hair, and substantivity and durability of the cosmetic compositions, when applied to the skin or hair.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 21, 1992
    Date of Patent: August 15, 1995
    Assignee: Pacific Corporation
    Inventors: Young D. Kim, Chang K. Kim, Choong N. Lee, Byung J. Ha
  • Diketone deodorant composition and method of deodorization
    Patent number: 5441727
    Abstract: The present invention provides deodorant compositions for controlling malodor from perspiration comprising a safe an effective amount of a 1,3-diketone compound having the general formula: ##STR1## wherein each W is independently selected from the group consisting of O, S and (CH.sub.2).sub.n, wherein n=1-3; and each X is independently selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, halogen, substituted or unsubstituted alkyl having from about 1 to about 5 carbon atoms, or two X moieties are covalently bonded to form a substituted or unsubstituted alkyl, heteroalkyl, aryl or heteroaryl ring having from about 3 to about 12 atoms including from 0 to about 3 heteroatoms in the ring; and a topical carrier; whereby the composition is suitable for topical application to the skin or to articles of clothing worn in the vicinity of the skin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 30, 1990
    Date of Patent: August 15, 1995
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Ranjit Chatterjee, Rodney D. Bush
  • Substituted phenyl-1,3-diketones as protectants against skin damage
    Patent number: 5439954
    Abstract: The subject invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising a safe and effective amount of a compound having the structure: ##STR1## wherein each R is alkyl or hydrogen, at least two being alkyl; R' is hydrogen, alkyl or aryl; R" is alkyl or halo; and each X is independently oxygen or sulfur; and a pharmaceutically-acceptable carrier. The subject invention also relates to methods for preventing damage to skin by topically applying a safe and effective amount of such compounds to the skin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 11, 1991
    Date of Patent: August 8, 1995
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventor: Rodney D. Bush
  • Combined personal cleansing and moisturizing compositions
    Patent number: 5439682
    Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions which provide both a skin cleansing and skin moisturizing benefit from the same product. These compositions provide improved lathering and cleansing characteristics, are extremely mild to the skin, and deliver a moisturizing agent to the skin. These compositions comprise at least one anionic surfactant, a dispersed, insoluble oil phase, at least one additional surfactant, an optional suspending agent, and water. This invention also relates to methods for providing combined cleansing and moisturization, and to methods for delivering these compositions as a foam.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 1993
    Date of Patent: August 8, 1995
    Assignee: Richardson-Vicks Inc.
    Inventors: Susan C. Wivell, George E. Deckner
  • Skin care method and composition
    Patent number: 5439935
    Abstract: A composition for topical application to the skin for alleviation or prevention of dry flaky skin conditions, dandruff or acne comprising:(1) a glycosidase; and(2) a protease the components (1) and (2) being present simultaneously in the composition or being separately presented with indication for the application of component (1) before component (2) .
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 1993
    Date of Patent: August 8, 1995
    Assignee: Elizabeth Arden Co., Division of Conopco, Inc.
    Inventors: Anthony V. Rawlings, Ian R. Scott
  • Moisturizing compositions containing organosilicon compounds
    Patent number: 5435996
    Abstract: Moisturizing compositions for application to human skin which contain oxyethylene functional organosilanes. When used in skin care applications, these compounds exhibit humectant properties. The oxyethylene functional organosilane is a compound having the formula RSiR'.sub.3 in which R is the radical --O(CH.sub.2 CH.sub.2 O).sub.x R"; R' is an R group or an alkyl radical having one to six carbon atoms; R" is a radical such as hydrogen; an alkyl group of one to six carbon atoms; and an aryl group; and x is an integer having a value of six to thirty.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 1994
    Date of Patent: July 25, 1995
    Assignee: Dow Corning Corporation
    Inventors: David A. Glover, Gary E. LeGrow, Linda M. Madore, Regina M. Malczweski
  • Cosmetic or dermopharmaceutical composition containing, in combination, a lauroylmethionate of a basic amino acid and at least one polyphenol
    Patent number: 5431912
    Abstract: The present invention addresses a cosmetic or dermopharmaceutical composition comprising, in a suitable vehicle, an antioxidizing system possessing a synergic effect consisting of the combination of laroylmethionate of lysine, histidine or arginine, and of at least one polyphenol chosen from:a) a derivative of (2,5-dihydroxyphenyl)-carboxylic acid, a homologue or a corresponding salt,b) an ester or amide of caffeic acid,c) a flavonoid or an extract containing flavenoids, andd) a rosemary extract containing diphenols, and their mixtures. The use of the antioxidizing system enables good preservation of compositions containing oxidation-sensitive fats.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 1993
    Date of Patent: July 11, 1995
    Assignee: L'Oreal
    Inventor: Quang L. N'Guyen
  • Method for enhancing human skin elasticity by applying octanoyl lactylic acid thereto
    Patent number: 5427772
    Abstract: The use of acyl lactylates having a C.sub.4 to C.sub.16 acyl group or of compositions containing such acyl lactylates to enhance the elasticity of skin, is provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 21, 1993
    Date of Patent: June 27, 1995
    Assignee: Elizabeth Arden Co., Division of Conopco, Inc.
    Inventor: Desmond B. Hagan
  • Thickened cosmetic compositions
    Patent number: 5425939
    Abstract: Thickened cosmetic compositions are provided based upon a thickening system that includes sclerotium gum and a hydrophobically-modified acrylate or methacrylate copolymer. The relative weight ratio of sclerotium gum to the polymer may range from about 1:1 to about 1:30. Compositions according to the present invention may also contain water-soluble vitamins. Interactive viscosity enhancement is particularly evident when free carboxylic groups present on the hydrophobically-modified acrylate or methacrylate copolymer are neutralized with a base thereby forming anionic carboxylate groups.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 1994
    Date of Patent: June 20, 1995
    Assignee: Elizabeth Arden Company, Division of Conopco, Inc.
    Inventors: Angel A. Guerrero, Thomas C. Klepacky
  • Polyamino salts of alpha-hydroxyacids, alpha-ketoacids and related compounds
    Patent number: 5425938
    Abstract: Cosmetic compositions are described wherein .alpha.-hydroxyacids, .alpha.-ketoacids and related compounds are formed into amine salts through neutralization with a multi-amine functionalized polymer. Particularly preferred are glycolic acid and lactic acid salts of poly(ethylenimine).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 28, 1994
    Date of Patent: June 20, 1995
    Assignee: Chesebrough-Pond's USA Co., Division of Conopco, Inc.
    Inventors: Alexander P. Znaiden, Anthony W. Johnson, Brian A. Crotty
  • Polyose/fatty acid complex product with a high fatty acid content, use as an emulsifier or moisturizer and emulsifying or moisturizing composition in which it is present
    Patent number: 5422111
    Abstract: The invention relates to a polyose/fatty acid complex product. This complex product is the reaction product of at least one polyose with at least one fatty acid, in particular in the form of a halide or the anhydride. The fatty acid can be saturated or unsaturated and can comprise from 8 to 28 carbon atoms. This complex product has a high moisturizing capacity and, surprisingly, an emulsifying capacity and can be used to prepare valuable cosmetic or pharmaceutical compositions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 22, 1993
    Date of Patent: June 6, 1995
    Assignee: Coletica
    Inventors: Alain Huc, Daniele Antoni, Eric Perrier