Abstract: A single-stage process for dyeing keratinous fibers in intense colors comprising simultaneously applying to said keratinous fibers a composition comprising iodide ions, an oxidant and an effective concentration of an oxidation dye to produce said intense colors when the pH of said composition is alkaline.

Abstract: Compounds of Formula II ##STR1## wherein R.sub.3 is --COCH.sub.3, --COCH.sub.3 or --COCH.sub.2 CH.sub.3 and R.sub.4 is hydrogen or R.sub.3 is hydrogen and R.sub.4 is --OCH.sub.3, --OCH.sub.2 CH.sub.3, --OCH.sub.2 CH.sub.2 OH or --OCH.sub.2 CH.sub.2 OCH.sub.3 are storage stable and can be used in oxidative hairdye systems in place of the storage unstable 2-methyl-1-naphthol. Advantageously, it has been found to produce the same colors as 2-methyl-1-naphthol.

Abstract: A process for increasing the amount of melanin formation following hair dyeing by ferricyanide oxidation of a dopa species hair colorant utilizing a post-oxidant such as sodium periodate at a controlled pH and compositions and kits for use in the process.

Abstract: A process of dyeing hair by preparing and applying to the hair an aqueous reaction medium comprising an aminoethanethio substituted dihydroxybenzene and a periodate, iodate, ferricyanide or persulfate oxidizing agent, the composition optionally containing a color modifier selected from the group consisting of direct dyes, primary intermediates, couplers, cysteine, dopa species and mixtures thereof, additionally containing a buffer to maintain the pH in the range from 2 to 11 during the oxidation reaction; and removing the aqueous reaction medium from the hair after formation of the desired color and compositions and kits for practicing such processes. The reaction medium may be formed by simultaneous addition of the dihydroxybenzene and the oxidant to the hair or by addition of the dihydroxybenzene followed by addition of the oxidant.

Abstract: 3-Substituted para-aminophenols, process for preparing them, their use for dyeing keratinous fibres and the intermediate compounds used in the process of preparation.3-Substituted para-aminophenols, of general formula: ##STR1## where X.dbd.H, halogen; Y.dbd.O--, --S--; R.dbd.alkyl, hydroxyalkyl, C.sub.1-4 aminoalkyl or C.sub.3 -C.sub.6 polyhydroxyalkyl;with the proviso that, when X.dbd.H, R is not methyl, and when X.dbd.H and Y.dbd.O, R is not ethyl;process #or preparing them, intermediate compounds of formula: ##STR2## where X.sup.1 .dbd.halogen, Y and R have the meaning stated above; with the proviso that, when Y.dbd.O, R is not methyl, and when R.dbd.aminoalkyl, X.sub.1 can also denote hydrogen;dyeing compositions containing one or more compounds of formula (I), and a process for dyeing human hair.

Abstract: Process for dyeing keratinous fibres, in particular human keratinous fibres such as hair, characterized in that there is applied to these fibres a composition containing, in a suitable dyeing mixture, at least one indole-based coupler, of the formula: ##STR1## in which R.sub.1 designates a hydrogen atom or a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl radical; R.sub.2 and R.sub.3, which may be identical or different, designate a hydrogen atom, a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 lower alkyl radical, a carboxyl radical or an alkoxycarbonyl radical; X designates a hydrogen atom, a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 lower alkyl radical, a C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 alkoxy radical, a halogen atom, a C.sub.2 -C.sub.20 acyloxy radical or an acetylamino group; the OH group occupying the 6- or 7- positions of the aromatic ring; as well as the salts of these compounds;one oxidation dye precursor;one oxidising agent;the pH of the composition applied to the fibres being less than 7.

Abstract: An easily employed, effective and predictable hair dye composition is obtained by combining aryl amines with aryl aldehydes along with an inorganic metal salt having a valence between +1 and +3. By employing this formulation, a permanent, long-lasting, non-fading hair coloring is achieved. In the preferred embodiment, the inorganic metal salt is selected from the group consisting of aluminum chloride, ferric chloride, lithium bromide, manganese chloride, copper chloride, and manganese nitrate. In carrying out the teaching of the present invention, the aryl amine and aryl aldehyde may be applied to the hair separately or in combination, along with the inorganic metal salt. In addition, this inorganic metal salt can be applied after the application and removal of the aryl amine and aryl aldehyde.

Abstract: Process for dyeing keratinous fibres, characterized in that at least one composition (A) containing, in a medium suitable for dyeing, at least one indole derivative and at least one oxidation dye chosen from rapid oxidation dyes and couplers in combination, either (a) with iodide ions, or (b) with hydrogen peroxide, is applied on these fibres at a pH of between 2 and 7, and preferably between 2 and 5, the application of the composition (A) being preceded or followed by the application of a composition (B) which contains, in a medium suitable for dyeing:either (a) hydrogen peroxide at a pH of between 2 and 12 and preferably between 2 and 7 when (A) contains iodide ions;or (b) iodide ions at a pH of between 3 and 11 when the composition (A) contains hydrogen peroxide.

Abstract: A process for dyeing keratinous fibers involves applying to the fibers a dye composition (A) containing an oxidation dye which is a mixture of a coupler and a "rapid" oxidation dye or a "rapid" oxidation dye, in combination with iodide ions. Also applied to the fibers, preceding or following the application of composition (A) is a composition (B) containing hydrogen peroxide having a pH ranging from 2 to 12.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for dyeing keratinous fibres, comprising the application on these fibres,in a first stage, of a composition (A) containing, in a medium suitable for dyeing:(i) at least one monohydroxyindole corresponding to the formula (I): ##STR1## in which: R.sub.1 denotes hydrogen or alkyl; andR.sub.2 and R.sub.3 denote hydrogen, NH.sub.2, OH, COOH, CH.sub.2 COOH, CONH.sub.2, alkyl optionally substituted with OH or NH.sub.2, alkoxy, CONHR.sub.4, CON(R.sub.5)(R.sub.6) or CO.sub.2 R.sub.4, in which R.sub.4, R.sub.5 and R.sub.6 denote alkyl; halogen, and(ii) at least one 5,6-disubstituted hydroxyindole of formula (II): ##STR2## in which: R.sub.6 denotes hydrogen or acetyl;R.sub.4 denotes hydrogen, methyl, carboxy or ethoxycarbonyl; andR.sub.5 denotes hydrogen or methyl,with the proviso that, when R.sub.6 denotes acetyl, R.sub.4 and R.sub.

Abstract: Process for dyeing keratinous fibres, comprising the application of:(a) a component (A) containing at least one rare earth salt in a medium suitable for dyeing, and(b) a component (b) containing, in a medium suitable for dyeing, at least one indole derivative of formula (I): ##STR1## in which: R.sub.1 denotes a hydrogen atom or a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl group;R.sub.2 and R.sub.3, which may be identical or different, denote a hydrogen atom, a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 -alkyl group, a carboxyl group or a (C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkoxy)carbonyl group;R.sub.4, R.sub.5, R.sub.6 and R.sub.7, which may be identical or different, denote a hydrogen atom, a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, carboxyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 carboxyalkyl, (C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkoxy) carbonyl, (C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkoxy)carbonyl(C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl), carbamyl, halogen, mono- or polyhydroxy(C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl) or C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 aminoalkyl radical, a group OZ in which Z denotes hydrogen or C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 linear or branched alkyl, an aryl(C.sub.1 -C.sub.

Abstract: A 2-alkyl-4-methoxy-5-aminophenol or a salt thereof; a 2-alkyl-4-methoxy-5-nitrophenol or 2-alkyl-4-methoxy-5-nitrophenyl mesylate, each an intermediate in the preparation of the 2-alkyl-4-methoxy-5-aminophenol; and a dyeing composition for keratin fibers comprising a color-developing material and the 2-alkyl-4-methoxy-5-aminophenol or the salt thereof as a coupling agent are disclosed.Further, a 2-alkyl-4-methoxy-5-substituted aminophenol or a salt thereof; a 2-alkyl-4-methoxy-5-substituted aminophenol derivative, which is an intermediate in the preparation of the 2-alkyl-4-methoxy-5-substituted aminophenol; and a dyeing composition for keratin fibers comprising a color-developing material and the 2-alkyl-4-methoxy-5-substituted aminophenol, the salt thereof, or the 2-alkyl-4-methoxy-5-substituted aminophenol derivative as a coupling agent are disclosed.

Abstract: 3-Substituted para-aminophenols of general formula: ##STR1## where X.dbd.H, halogen; Y.dbd.O--, --S--; R.dbd.alkyl, hydroxyalkyl, C.sub.1-4 aminoalkyl or C.sub.3 -C.sub.6 polyhydroxyalkyl;with the proviso that, when X.dbd.H, R is not methyl, and when X.dbd.H and Y.dbd.O, R is not ethyl;process for preparing them, intermediate compounds of formula: ##STR2## where X.sub.1 =halogen, Y and R have the meaning stated above; with the proviso that, when Y.dbd.O, R is not methyl, and when R=aminoalkyl, X.sub.1 can also denote hydrogen;dyeing compositions containing one or more compounds of formula (I), and a process for dyeing human hair.

Abstract: A composition for the oxidative dyeing of hair based on a gel vehicle and a dye mixture dissolved therein, wherein the gel vehicle containsA) from 12 to 16% by weight of oleic acid,B) from 12 to 30% by weight of nonyl phenol, ethoxylated with from 2 to 6 moles of ethylene oxide, and/or of fatty alcohol, having from 12 to 20 carbon atoms, ethoxylated with from 2 to 6 moles of ethylene oxide,C) from 8 to 14% by weight of fatty alcohol having from 10 to 20 carbon atoms,D) from 4 to 18% by weight of ethanol and/or isopropanol, andE) from 16 to 70% by weight of water.The new composition allows the ammonia it contains to escape more slowly, and it darkens less, when hydrogen peroxide is added, than the known gel hair dye compositions.

Abstract: A 2-alkyl-4-methoxy-5-aminophenol or a salt thereof; a 2-alkyl-4-methoxy-5-nitrophenol or 2-alkyl-4-methoxy-5-nitrophenyl mesylate, each an intermediate in the preparation of the 2-alkyl-4-methoxy-5-aminophenol; and a dyeing composition for keratin fibers comprising a color-developing material and the 2-alkyl-4-methoxy-5-aminophenol or the salt thereof as a coupling agent are disclosed.Further, a 2-alkyl-4-methoxy-5-substituted aminophenol or a salt thereof; a 2-alkyl-4-methoxy-5-substituted aminophenol derivative, whcih is an intermediate in the preparation of the 2-alkyl-4-methoxy-5-substituted aminophenol; and a dyeing composition for keratin fibers comprising a color-developing material and the 2-alkyl-4-methoxy-5-substituted aminophenol or the salt thereof as a coupling agent are disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to process, composition, and kit for the oxidative dyeing of keratinous fibers with couplers and/or rapid oxidation dyes combined with iodide ions.

Abstract: Disclosed is a hair-dyeing composition comprising one or more tannins and one or more compounds selected from water-soluble zinc, copper, tin, magnesium and aluminum salts. The composition may be in the form of either a one-solution-type or a two-solution-type. The composition may dye hair in any desired color, and the color fastness of the dyed hair is excellent.

Abstract: Process for dyeing human keratinous fibres, characterized in that there are applied on these fibres, in separate stages, a composition (A) containing a metal salt chosen from copper, iron, cobalt, magnesium, and silver salts, or mixtures thereof, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, and, before or after the application of the composition (A), a composition (B) containing, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least one dye corresponding to the formulae: ##STR1## in which formulae R.sub.1 denotes hydrogen or hydroxy, R.sub.2 and r.sub.3 denote hydrogen, alkyl, alkoxy; R.sub.4 denotes hydrogen, hydroxy, alkoxy, alkyl, chlorine; R.sub.5 denotes hydrogen, chlorine, alkoxy, hydroxy; and R.sub.6, R.sub.7 and R.sub.8 denote hydrogen or hydroxy.

Abstract: New meta-phenylenediamines, process for preparation thereof, intermediate compounds and use of these metaphenylenediamines as couplers for the oxidation dyeing of keratinous fibres and especially human hair.The invention relates to the compounds of the formula: ##STR1## in which R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 denote, independently of one another, a hydrogen atom, a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl radical or a C.sub.2 -C.sub.3 mono- or polyhydroxyalkyl radical,Z and Z' denote, independently of one another, a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl or C.sub.2 -C.sub.4 hydroxyalkyl radical, with the proviso that, when R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 simultaneously denote a hydrogen atom, Z and Z' do not simultaneously denote a methyl radical, and to their addition salts with an acid, to a process for preparation thereof and also to their use, by way of couplers, in an aqueous vehicle, in combination with at least one oxidation dye percursor of the para type, for the dyeing of human hair.

Abstract: Disclosed is a hair-dyeing composition comprising geraniintannin and a water-soluble iron salt and optionally containing one or more selected from tannic acid, L-cysteine and salts thereof, sodium hydrogen sulfite, sodium sulfite, hydrolyzed product of collagen and resins for hair. The composition may be in the form of either a one-solution-type or a two-solution-type. Also disclosed is a hair-dyeing method using the said composition. The hair dyed with the composition has an almost natural and fast black color.

Abstract: The invention relates to a dyeing composition for keratinous fibres, and especially for human hair, containing at least one oxidation dye precursor and at least one water-soluble bio-heteropolysaccharide in a cosmetically acceptable medium, and not containing an oxidizing agent with develops the oxidation dye precursors.

Abstract: Dye composition for human keratinous fibres, and for hair in particular, containing at least 5,6-dihydroxyindole and at least 0.1% by weight of a foam generator in a cosmetically acceptable aqueous medium, packaged under pressure in an aerosol device in the presence of a propellent agent, under such conditions as to form a dyeing foam having a density below or equal to 0.4 g/cm.sup.3 from the said device.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of 5-hydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinones of the formula: ##STR1## in which R.sub.1 and R.sub.2, which are identical or different, independently of one another denote a hydrogen atom, a methyl, methoxy or nitro group or a halogen atom; R.sub.3 and R.sub.4, which are identical or different, independently of one another denote a hydrogen atom or a hydroxyl, methyl or methoxy group; and R.sub.5 denotes a hydrogen atom or a methyl or methoxy group, with the proviso that at least one of the substituents R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 is different from hydrogen, if R.sub.3, R.sub.4 and R.sub.5 simultaneously denote a hydrogen atom, for dyeing human keratin fibres, in particular the hair.

Abstract: The invention relates to 2,4-diamino-1,3,5-trimethoxybenzene, a process for its preparation by catalytic reduction of 2,4-dinitro-1,3,5-trimethoxybenzene, and to its use, as a coupler, in combination with at least one oxidation dye precursor of the para type, for dyeing keratinous fibres and particularly human hair.The hair dyeing compositions according to the invention contain, in a cosmetically acceptable aqueous substrate, 0.05 to 3.5% by weight of 2,4-diamino-1,3,5-trimethoxybenzene or one of its salts, which imparts strong blue colors to hair when it is combined with p-phenylenediamines, or red colors when it is combined with p-aminophenols, in an alkaline oxidizing medium.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use, by way of a coupler, of 2,4-diamino-1,3-dimethoxybenzene or one of its addition salts with an acid, in combination with at least one oxidation dye precursor of the para type, for dyeing keratinous fibres and especially human hair.The hair dyeing compositions according to the invention contain, in a cosmetically acceptable aqueous vehicle, 0.05 to 3.5% by weight of 2,4-diamino-1,3-dimethoxybenzene or one of its salts, which imparts to the hair strong blue colorations when it is combined with p-phenylenediamines or red colorations when it is combined with p-aminophenols, in an oxidizing alkaline medium.

Abstract: Oxidation hair-dyeing preparations which contain as couplers N-(2-4dihydroxbenzylidene)-amino compounds corresponding to the following formula ##STR1## in which A is a group corresponding to one of the following formulae ##STR2## or salts thereof and the developers normally present in oxidation hair dyes. p-Phenylenediamine and derivatives thereof are particularly suitable as developers. Yellow to olive-brown colors of high fastness are obtained.

Abstract: A composition and process are disclosed for oxidative coloring of hair on the basis of at least one substituted phenol of the general formula ##STR1## whereby R.sub.1 represents a hydroxy alkyl group with 1 to 4 carbon atoms and R.sub.2 a hydrogen atom or alkyl group with 1 to 4 carbon atoms, or the phenolate thereof, as a coupler substance. The inventive coupler substance, of which 2-hydroxy-methyl-5-methyl-phenol and 3-(.beta.-hydroxy ethyl)-6-methyl-phenol are preferred, should be present in a concentration of about 0.01 to 3.0% by weight, in particular 0.1 to 2.0% by weight. The described coupler substances are active as blue couplers. The obtained color shades are stable, resistant to wear and very well reproducible. They have very favorable characteristics with respect to toxicology and dermatology and do not give the colored hair an unpleasant, penetrating cresolic aroma.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition for dyeing keratinic fibres, especially human hair, which contains 5-nitrovanillin of formula: ##STR1## in an aqueous, alcoholic or hydroalcoholic carrier. This yellow nitro dye makes it possible to obtain stable shades having good light- and shampoo-resistance when it is used by itself or in combination with blue or violet nitrobenzene dyes, and optionally with other direct dyes.

Abstract: This invention is directed to compositions of the developer-coupler type of the dyeing of hair consisting essentially of bis-(2,4-diaminophenyl)-alkanes or salts thereof as coupling components and, as developer components, the conventional components used in oxidation dyes.

Abstract: This invention is directed to compositions of the developer-coupler type of the dyeing of hair consisting essentially of resorcinol derivatives or salts thereof as coupling components and, as developer components, the conventional components used in oxidation dyes.

Abstract: An autoxidizable hair dye preparation is disclosed capable of coloring or darkening hair when applied thereto and exposed to the atmosphere comprising a mixture of (I) at least one p-phenylene diamine compound, or an acid addition salt thereof, and (II) at least one 1,2,4-benzenetriol compound, each compound optionally containing nuclearly substituted C.sub.1-4 alkyl, alkoxy, hydroxyalkyl or halogen. The preparation is preferably applied and exposed to the atmosphere repeatedly until the desired degree of darkening or color build-up is attained.

Abstract: Use is made in the oxidative dyeing of hair of a preliminary coloring stage of the general formula ##STR1## wherein R signifies COOR', CONH.sub.2, CONHR', CONR'.sub.2, CONH--NH.sub.2, CONH--OH, CN, CH.sub.2 OH, CHO, CH(OH)(OR'), CH(OR').sub.2 and R' represents an alkyl group with 1 to 5 carbon atoms. The preliminary coloring stages as per formula (I) may be contained in the hair dyeing agents singly or in a mixture with known preliminary coloring stages and/or direct-acting hair dyeing agents. The hair dyeing agents may, in particular, additionally contain amino acids present in nature, their esters and/or their amides. The hair dyeing agents as described, are well compatible physiologically and it will particularly be brown to reddish-brown colorings having a natural effect, that may be obtained by their use.

Abstract: A composition and process for producing pigmentation in hair and skin is disclosed which employs non-mutagenic compounds to duplicate naturally occurring biosynthetic colors. The composition for imparting golden coloration comprises as active ingredients a solution of a tyrosine derivative having a side chain with a substituted amine group in admixture with certain compounds having a reactive nitrogen moiety, and is topically applied in the presence of an oxidant. The composition for imparting a dark coloration comprises as active ingredients a solution of tyrosine derivative having a side chain free for indole formation in admixture with certain compounds having a reactive nitrogen moiety, and is topically applied in the presence of an oxidant. Mixtures of the two compositions may be applied to impart proportionate intermediate colors.

Abstract: A composition for lightening or coloring hair comprising a liquid vehicle, an oxidizing agent and at least one di-long chain aliphatic hydrocarbon quaternary amine compound and a method for lightening or coloring hair using this composition.

Abstract: The invention discloses the use of hydroxyl derivatives of benzaldehyde for coloring keratin fibres without an oxidizing agent. These derivatives are of the type which correspond to the formula: ##STR1## in which R denotes a linear or branched lower alkyl group which is optionally substituted by one or two OH groups, n is equal to 1, 2 or 3, m is equal to 0, 1 or 2 and the sum n+m is equal to 2 or 3.

Abstract: A composition and process for producing pigmentation in hair and skin is disclosed which employs non-mutagenic compounds to duplicate naturally occurring biosynthetic colors. The composition for imparting golden coloration comprises as active ingredients a solution of a tyrosine derivative having a side chain with a substituted amine group in admixture with certain compounds having a reactive nitrogen moiety, and is topically applied in the presence of an oxidant. The composition for imparting a dark coloration comprises as active ingredients s solution of tyrosine derivative having a side chain free for indole formation in admixture with certain compounds having a reactive nitrogen moiety, and is topically applied in the presence of an oxidant. Mixtures of the two compositions may be applied to impart proportionate intermediate colors.

Abstract: The invention provides as a coupling component for an oxidation hair dye composition a meta-diaminoalkylbenzene or a salt thereof, the alkyl substituent being n-propyl, iso-propyl or n-butyl.

Abstract: A process for preparing a composition, a composition and a process for oxidative dyeing of hair are disclosed. The composition comprises at least one n,5-dihydroxy-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-naphthalene having the general formula ##STR1## wherein n represents a number from 1,2,3, or 4, and which n,5-dihydroxy-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene can be present as such or as a salt of an organic or inorganic base and which n,5-dihydroxy-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-naphthalene serves as a coupling compound; and at least one developer employed in hair dyeing. Intense and red tinge free blue colorations can be obtained.

Abstract: This invention is directed to novel bis-(2,4-diaminophenoxy)-alkanes and a method of preparing them. This invention is also directed to the use of said bis-(2-4-diaminophenoxy)-alkanes, or the salts thereof, as coupler components in developer-coupler oxidation hair dyeing compositions.

Abstract: A hair dyeing composition comprising a water-soluble metal salt complex and a sulfur-containing reducing compound is described. In the composition, the metal salt complex is a water-insoluble bismuth salt of an alpha-hydroxy, polycarboxylic acid with a nitrogen-containing solubilizing agent.

Abstract: Dye compositions comprising a coupler having to the formula ##STR1## in which formula R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are identical or different and represent a hydrogen atom or an alkyl radical having 1 to 2 carbon atoms and n represents a number equal to 1 or 2 and a paraphenylenediamine.This coupler is particularly suitable for use in a dyeing composition comprising paraphenylenediamines responding to the formula ##STR2## or the corresponding acid salts; formula in which R.sub.1, R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 are identical or different and represent a hydrogen atom, an alkyl or alkoxy radical having 1 to 2 carbon atoms, R.sub.4 and R.sub.5 are identical or different and represent a hydrogen atom, a alkyl radical, hydroxyalkyl, alkoxyalkyl in which the alkoxy group comprises 1 to 2 carbon atoms, carbamylalkyl, mesylaminoalkyl, acetylaminoalkyl, ureidoaminoalkyl, carbethoxyaminoalkyl, the alkyl groups in R.sub.4 and R.sub.5 having 1 to 3 carbon atoms, with the reservation that R.sub.1 or R.sub.3 represents hydrogen when R.sub.

Abstract: Living human hair is progressively colored to the desired light brown shade by repeated applications of a preparation containing a low concentration of a mixture of oxidative dye components, namely, 2 to 3 components selected from p-phenylenediamine (or p-toluenediamine), pyrogallol, and m-aminophenol. To obtain a gradual, true color development, it is important to employ the dye components in certain relative proportions. In the use of the preparation, no oxidizing agent is added, and the color development reaction is obtained by contact of the dye mixture with atmospheric oxygen. The preparation is preferably in the form of an aqueous gel also containing hair grooming or conditioning agents.