Abstract: The invention relates to an epilatory mixture comprising a fructan, preferably inulin. Furthermore, an epilatory composition is disclosed comprising said epilatory effective mixture. Also a method of use of said epilatory composition of the invention for the removal of unwanted hair from the skin is disclosed, as well as a method of use of said composition for carrying out an epilatory treatment which can be carried out by a professional person as well as by a non-professional person.

Abstract: A skin conditioning program comprises a skin softening and repair step where a natural composition is applied to the skin; a hair extraction and follicle decongestion step where a natural composition is applied to the skin; a follicle detoxification step where a mineral composition is applied to the skin; and skin exfoliation step where a mineral composition is applied to the skin. These program elements are complementary. The skin softening and repair improves the exfoliation; improved exfoliation improves the penetration and efficiency of the follicle detoxification; and the improved detoxification improves paste penetration and sugaring efficiency. The skin conditioning program is designed to establish and to maintain improved skin and hair follicle condition in order to promote more effective hair removal.

Abstract: An epilatory composition of the adhesive type comprises a gel-like matrix material, for example of a rosin-based or sugar-based material, together with 0.1-5 wt % of a branched polyalkene, for example polyisobutene. The resulting compositions offer skin care benefits while maintaining excellent viscoelastic and adhesive properties.

Abstract: A preformed epilatory strip comprises a matrix material that includes a mixture of a major amount—at least 60 wt %—of a sugar-based material and a minor amount—1 to 30 wt %—of a rosinous material. Optionally a particulate material, for example fumed silica, is present.

Abstract: An epilatory composition, substantially provided as flat strips, comprises a gel-like matrix material, for example a rosin-based or sugar-based material and, mixed with the matrix material, a particulate material, for example colloidal particles of fumed silica, and a polyethylene in the form of a homopolymer. The particles reduce the tendency of the epilatory composition to flow, under warm ambient conditions with improved efficacy over known epilatory compositions.

Abstract: An epilatory composition of the adhesive type comprises a gel-like matrix material, for example of a rosin-based or sugar-based material, together with 0.1-5 wt % of a branched polyalkene, for example polyisobutene. The resulting compositions offer skin care benefits whilst maintaining excellent viscoelastic and adhesive properties.

Abstract: An epilatory composition, substantially provided as flat strips, comprises a gel-like matrix material, for example a rosin-based or sugar-based material and, mixed with the matrix material, a particulate material, for example colloidal particles of fumed silica, and a polyethylene in the form of a homopolymer. The particles reduce the tendency of the epilatory composition to flow, under warm ambient conditions with improved efficacy over known epilatory compositions.

Abstract: Film, fibre, foam and adhesive materials are produced from soluble S-sulfonated keratins. Once formed, the films, fibres, foams or adhesives are treated to modify the properties of the materials, in particular to improve the wet strength of the materials. Treatments used include removal of the S-sulfonate group by treatment with a reducing agent, treatment with an acid or treatment with a common protein crosslinking agent or treatment with a reduced form of keratin or keratin protein. The films are made by solvent casting a solution of S-sulfonated keratin proteins, the foam made by freeze-drying a solution of S-sulfonated keratin proteins and the fibres made by extruding a solution of a S-sulfonated keratin protein.

Abstract: The invention relates to the dehairing (depilating) of animal pelts, hides or skins, more specifically to depilatory paint and depilatory paint (depilation paint) thickener used in the depilation process in for example fellmongeries. The invention provides a depilatory paint thickener comprising a starch containing essentially only amylopectin molecules. Such thickener, is among other things, easily soluble in cold water; improves diffusion of chemicals (like sulfide or lime) throughout the skin; improves viscosity or resistance to shear of a paint, whereby less starch is needed to exert a similar effect; and increases the suspendability of a lime, allowing less time to be used which creates environmental advantages in waste disposal.

Abstract: Paste A comprising a polysulfide polymer having a specific average molecular weight and specific amounts of liquid and filler components is mixed with Paste B comprising specific amounts of an oxide or peroxide of metal, a vulcanization accelerator, a filler and a liquid component for setting at room temperature at which a depilatory composition is used. This composition causes no pain to those who use it, and is easy to use as well.

Abstract: A two part depilatory composition in which the first part comprises polyvinyl alcohol and the second part comprises a cross-linking agent which consists of borax and a polyhydroxy alcohol or of Congo red, the first or second or both parts additionally containing a depilatory agent, the two parts containing such proportions of the ingredients specified that when the parts are mixed in such proportions that there is sufficient borax or Congo red to effect cross-linking of the polyvinyl alcohol, the mixed composition contains sufficient depilatory agent to effect depilation in an acceptable period and, when the second part comprises borax, sufficient polyhydroxy alcohol to moderate the rate of cross-linking.

Abstract: A depilatory composition comprising a depilatory compound, in particular potassium thioglycolate, and a tertiary amine of general formula INR.sub.1 R.sub.2 R.sub.3 Iwherein R.sub.1 represents a long chain fatty moiety having 8 to 36 carbon atoms and R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 each independently represent a fatty moiety having 1 to 36 carbon atoms. The composition has pH of between 11.5 and 12.7. The softening effect of the tertiary amine avoids the growth of stiff stubble and does not reduce the efficacy of the depilatory compound.

Abstract: Hair removal compositions useful for cosmetic, medical and other purposes comprise 90 to 99.5% corn syrup and 0.5% to 10% added water by weight. The compositions can also include additives such as germicides, preservatives and opacifiers. The compositions are used by applying them to the surface of the skin in a hairy area, pressing a sheet of paper or other fibrous material against the area and subsequently lifting the sheet of fibrous material or peeling it off the skin surface. The compositions are also useful in removing blemishes and scaly, flaky or dry skin.

Abstract: A depliatory composition for removal of hair from the human skin is made up of a mixture of honey, sugar and citric acid which mixture is heated to a predetermined temperature level, then allowed to cool so as to form a highly viscous, wax-like composition which can be applied manually in slender strips to the skin. The composition will firmly adhere to the hair with which it comes into contact and, by quickly drawing away from the skin, will cause the hair to be removed from its root but without causing undue irritation and swelling.

Abstract: A depilation method is disclosed, comprising coating a depilatory agent containing an aqueous solution or emulsion of a polymer compound having a film forming ability and a depilatory medicine, drying the resulting coating to form a film and peeling off the film. This method permits to remove hair without causing any pain and producing any unpleasant odor due to the decomposition of hair.

Abstract: Unwanted hair is removed from selected skin area by applying a coating of a curable organopolysiloxane composition thereon, permitting the organopolysiloxane composition to crosslink into a silicone elastomer, e.g., in the form of a solid layer or foam, and embed unwanted hair therein, and then stripping the silicone elastomer and embedded hair from said skin area, whereby said skin area is essentially depilated.

Abstract: Aqueous depilatory compositions containing biguanide and active thiol agent(s) which provide for faster hair removal are disclosed.

Abstract: Aqueous depilatory compositions containing aminoguanidine and active thiol agent(s) which provide for faster hair removal are disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to an arrangement for removing unwanted hair and to a method of effecting such removal. Strips of sheet material of predetermined size and shape having a pressure sensitive adhesive and wax depliatory on one face thereof are placed in contact with the unwanted hair and then pulled away therefrom, removing the unwanted hair therewith.

Abstract: Improved cosmetic compositions comprising aqueous preparations on the basis of keratin softening agents and also containing a swelling and penetration substance wherein as the swelling and penetration substance imidazolidinone-(2) is used.

Abstract: Polyurethane polymers characterized by a molecular weight above 6,000 and having lactone groups and hydroxyl groups in the polymer backbone are prepared by reacting a mixture of polyols, a polyfunctional lactone and a polyfunctional isocyanate proportioned so as to provide the desired polymer properties. The product is soluble in alkaline solutions and may be used for light sensitive photographic layers on films, paper or glass; in drug delivery systems, as burn dressings, in body implants such as vascular prosthesis, in molding compositions, and in the manufacture of catheters. The novel polymers also find use in the manufacture of artificial finger nails, finger cots, adhesives, and in protective and hdyrostatic drag resistant coatings. The water absorptivity of the polyurethane lactone polymers is above 10%, preferably in the range of about 20% to 60%, and these polymers may range in their physical properties from rigid solids to completely gel-like high water absorptive polymers.