Abstract: A coloring system for hair and/or skin comprises at least three separately packaged components: a) a thio compound capable of breaking the S—S bond between cysteine residues, and an alkaline reagent; b) a material and/or extract obtainable from the mucuna plant; and c) an oxidizing agent.

Abstract: The present application relates to a cosmetic composition intended for treating keratin fibers, comprising, in a support which is suitable for keratin fibers: (a) at least one enzyme of 2-electron oxidoreductase type in the presence of at least one donor for the said enzyme; (b) at least one nonionic fatty sucronamide; as well as to processes for treating keratin fibers, in particular processes for dyeing, permanently reshaping or bleaching the hair, using this composition.

Abstract: Cationic aminoanthraquinones in which at least one cationic charge is delocalized on a 5-membered unsaturated polynitrogen-containing heterocycle, their use as a direct dye in dyeing compositions for keratinous materials, in particular for human keratinous fibers such as hair, dyeing compositions containing them, and dyeing methods using these compositions.

Abstract: A method for permanently dyeing hair which comprises subjecting said hair to a number of treatments, having a set time interval between each two consecutive such treatments, wherein each treatment comprises steps a.) and b.

Abstract: A method for coloring hair and removing the color from the hair when desired, comprising coloring the hair with an aqueous hair color composition comprising, in combination: (i) a reducing agent capable of reducing the —S—S— bonds on the hair fiber surface to form reactive —SH groups; and (ii) a dye molecule containing chemical groups reactive with the —SH groups on the hair fiber surface to form —S—S— bonds between the dye molecule and the hair fiber surface when the hair color composition is applied to the hair at ambient conditions; wearing the colored hair for the desired period of time; and then removing the color from the hair by contacting the hair with an aqueous based color removal composition containing a reducing agent capable of disrupting the —S—S— bonds between the dye molecule and the hair fiber surface to cause the dye molecule to become disassociated from the hair fiber; and a method for removing dye bonded to the hair fibers v

Abstract: A method for color-revitalizing a color tone of hair that involves applying a color-revitalizing composition to hair previously dyed with an oxidative hair dye composition. The color-revitalizing composition, which has a color determined by the color of the oxidative hair dye composition and contains at least one direct dye, revitalizes the color tone originally obtained by after dyeing with the oxidative hair dye composition.

Abstract: The invention relates to a Bunte salt azo dye composition comprising an azo dye containing at least one Bunte salt group. The resulting dye is water soluble material which is useful in the rapid dying of natural and synthetic fibers. The Bunte salt azo dye of the present invention can be used without requiring a mordanting step or a concurrent or pre-reducing step to condition fibers of animal hair to accept the dye to achieve strong color performance.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition for dyeing keratin fibers, in particular human keratin fibers such as the hair, comprising at least one cationic direct dye of given formula and at least one thickening polymer chosen from nonionic guar gums, biopolysaccharide gums of microbial origin, gums derived from plant exudates, pectins, alginates, starches, and carboxyalkylcelluloses. The invention also relates to the dyeing processes and dyeing devices using the composition.

Abstract: This invention relates to reactive dye compounds, and more especially to reactive dye compounds comprising a chromophore and a nitroen-containing heterocycle comprising at least one thio-substituent. The reactive dye compounds of the present are particularly suitable for dyeing hair.

Abstract: Packaged hair coloring composition comprising a stable aqueous hair coloring composition comprising a compound of formula (I): wherein the variables are each as defined in the claims. The packaged hair coloring compositions of the present invention provide improved wash fastness of dye on hair, less color fade over time, improved consumer acceptance in terms of providing a single packaged hair dye composition and improved product stability.

Abstract: Formulations for coloring keratinous fibers are provided, comprising a substantive dye, an aminopolycarboxylic acid or salt thereof with a physiologically compatible cation, and isoascorbic acid or a salt thereof with a physiologically compatible cation. Also provided are methods of coloring keratinous fibers with the formulations.

Abstract: Reactive Dye compound having formula (I) wherein: D is a chromophore group; L is a linking moiety; Q is a quaternized nitrogen derivative; X and Y are independently selected from chlorine, bromine, fluorine or hydrogen; A is selected from halogen, preferably chlorine or fluorine; provided that at least one of X and Y is fluorine; A is selected from halogen, preferably chlorine or fluorine; and salts and esters thereof.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition for dyeing keratin fibers, in particular human keratin fibers such as the hair, comprising at least one cationic direct dye of given formula and at least one thickening polymer chosen from nonionic guar gums, biopolysaccharide gums of microbial origin, gums derived from plant exudates, pectins, alginates, starches, and carboxyalkylcelluloses. The invention also relates to the dyeing processes and dyeing devices using the composition.

Abstract: The present invention provides a hair dye fixative comprising a complex nucleus capable of forming a complex with an acid dye, a hair dye using said hair dye fixative and a hair dyeing method having an extremely low skin irritating effect, high hair dyeing performance without giving any damage on a hair. By addition of xyloglucan, silicone and an acid in said hair dye fixative and said hair dye, high stability and handling performance, smooth touch of hair after applied and much improvement of dyeing ability and color-sustaining ability are obtained.

Abstract: A novel oxidizing system comprising ascorbic acid, at least one metal ion and an oxidizing agent capable of generating an oxidizing potential of from about 100 to about 500 millivolts at a pH ranging from about 2 to about 10. The oxidizing system can be used in quenching or neutralizing permanent wave processes and in developing oxidative hair color.

Abstract: The present invention discloses hair colorant compositions having improved wash fastness. These compositions contain phytantriol, a dispersing agent, and a hair dye.

Abstract: The dye composition for fibers, especially keratin-containing fibers, contains at least one indane derivative compound of formula I, or a physiologically compatible, water-soluble salt thereof: wherein R1 is hydrogen, a halogen atom, a cyano group, a hydroxy group, a C1— to C4— alkoxy group, a C1— to C6— alkyl group, a nitro group, an amino group, an alkylamino group, a dialkylamino group, a —C(O)H group, a —COOR3 group, a —SO2R3 or a —C(O)CH3 group, wherein R3 is hydrogen, phenyl or a C1— to C6— alkyl group; and R2 is hydrogen, a C1— to C6— alkyl group or a phenyl group.

Abstract: The use of linear or cyclic silicon compounds containing at least one chromophoric group of quinone or azo type as direct dyes in dye compositions intended for dyeing human keratin fibres and in particular the hair. The invention also relates to novel silicon compounds and dye compositions containing them, as well as to the corresponding direct dyeing process.

Abstract: The invention discloses a capillary dyeing composition comprising at least one direct dye, characterised in that it further contains a cross-linked polymer with acrylic and/or acrylate units and with acrylamide units. The invention also discloses the use of a cross-linked polymer with acrylic and/or acrylate units and with acrylamide units, in or for the production of a dyeing composition containing at least one direct dye, to improve the tinctorial power of the said composition, particularly after storage at below about 10° C., and particularly at about 4° C. The invention also discloses a method for preserving the tinctorial power, in particular after storage at a temperature below about 10° C., of a dyeing composition containing at least one direct dye, characterised in that an effective amount of the said cross-linked polymer is added to the composition.

Abstract: Azo compounds of the 2-(4-amino)phenyldiazinecarboximidamide type and 2-(4-amino)phenylhydrazinecarboximidamide type, a process for their synthesis, their use for dyeing keratin fibers, dye compositions containing them, and dyeing processes.

Abstract: The use of linear or cyclic silicon compounds containing at least one chromophoric group of quinone or azo type as direct dyes in dye compositions intended for dyeing human keratin fibers and in particular the hair. The invention also relates to novel silicon compounds and dye compositions containing them, as well as to the corresponding direct dyeing process.

Abstract: The invention discloses a capillary dyeing composition comprising at least one direct dye, wherein the composition further comprises a cross-linked polymer with acrylic units and alkyl C.sub.10 -C.sub.30 acrylate units. The invention also discloses the use of cross-linked polymer with acrylic units and alkyl C.sub.10 -C.sub.30 acrylate units in or for the production of a capillary dyeing composition comprising at least one direct dye, to improve the tinctorial power of the composition, particularly after storage at below about 10.degree. C., and in particular at about 4.degree. C. The invention also discloses a method for preserving the tinctorial power of the composition, particularly after storage at below about 10.degree. C., of a dyeing composition containing at least one direct dye, wherein an effective amount of the cross-linked polymer is added to the composition.

Abstract: The use of linear or cyclic silicon compounds containing at least one chromophoric group of quinone or azo type as direct dyes in dye compositions intended for dyeing human keratin fibres and in particular the hair. The invention also relates to novel silicon compounds and dye compositions containing them, as well as to the corresponding direct dyeing process.

Abstract: An anthraquinone mixture comprising three 1,4-hydroxyalkylamino-anthraquinone derivatives, wherein two of the anthraquinone compounds in the mixture are symmetric and the other anthraquinone compound is asymmetric, and wherein each of the anthraquinone compounds has similar polarities. The anthraquinone mixtures are used in compositions and methods for the direct dyeing of keratinous fibers, particularly human hair on the head.

Abstract: Novel nitrobenzene compounds of the nitroparaphenylene-diamine type substituted by sulphur in the 5-position are disclosed. These compounds are intended especially for the dyeing of keratin fibers and in particular human hair. A process for their preparation, dyeing compositions in which these compounds are present and a dyeing process in which these compositions are used are also disclosed.

Abstract: A hair dye consisting of an anti-hair antibody immobilized on a high bulky coloring material. The coloring material may be a coloring substance such as an inorganic pigment, water-soluble coloring matter, or water-insoluble coloring matter, or a composite of the coloring substance and a macromolecular carrier. Since it provides a good and strong coloring capability specific to hair, the hair dye of the present invention will neither stain the skin nor cause skin irritation. Further, the touch and feel of the hair will be improved.

Abstract: A method of introducing therapeutic, cosmetic, and dyeing agents in buffer medium created by the electrophoretic flow of these solutions into the hair. The result is to increase the therapeutic effect of treatments for the hair including hair growth and regeneration. Other results include the even and stable dyeing of hair due to the increased adhering properties created through the electrophoretic device and the solutions used with it. These solutions include, but are not limited to, those dyeing and therapeutic agents which do not readily stick to the hair or those which may form unstable compounds.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition in the form of a powder for dyeing hair when diluted comprising a mixture of (1) particles of a vegetable substance of the non-exhausted type and not naturally containing dye principles wherein at least 95 percent by weight of the particles of said vegetable substance have a granulometry lower than 180 microns, (2) at least one direct dye and (3) at least one solid diluent, the said solid diluent being such that it exhibits in a 40% aqueous solution or dispersion a viscosity lower than or equal to 150 centipoises at ambient temperature.

Abstract: In a method for oxidatively dyeing hair, a pretreatment which comprises contacting hair with an aqueous solution of an effective amount of particular metal/chelate complexes followed by treatment with oxidative dye mixtures is disclosed. The process serves to conform the oxidative dyeing rate of virgin hair to that of the normally noncongruent rate of nonvirgin hair, so as to enhance the efficiency of the oxidative dyeing process, without reducing the intensity or variety of color available.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions, which are stable on storage, of certain benzoquinone and naphthoquinone dyestuffs in an anhydrous solvent containing a non-ionic surface-active agent.

Abstract: The hair treatment composition of the present invention comprises (A) 2-benzyloxyethanol and (B) one or more polymers selected from the group consisting of anionic polymers, cationic polymers and amphoteric polymers. The hair dye composition of the present invention comprises (a) an acidic dye, (b) 2-benzyloxyethanol and (C) a water-soluble polymer compound.

Abstract: Method for dyeing keratinous fibres, in particular human keratinous fibres, such as hair, characterized in that a composition (A) containing, in a medium appropriate for dyeing, at least one aminoindole corresponding to the formula: ##STR1## in which: R.sub.1 and R.sub.3, independently of one another, represent a hydrogen atom or a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl group;R.sub.2 denotes hydrogen or a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl group or COOR', R' being a hydrogen atom or a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl group;R.sub.4 represents a hydrogen atom or a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 hydroxyalkyl or C.sub.2 -C.sub.4 polyhydroxyalkyl group;Z.sub.1 represents a hydrogen or halogen atom or a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl group or OR;R being a hydrogen atom or a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl group; andZ.sub.2 represents a hydrogen atom or a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl group;and its saltsis applied to said fibres, the colour being developed with the aid of an oxidizing system.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of 1,4-di(mono- or poly)hydroxyalkylamino-9,10-anthraquinones: ##STR1## where R represents a C.sub.2 to C.sub.6 monohydroxyalkyl radical or a C.sub.3 to C.sub.6 polyhydroxyalkyl radical for dyeing human keratinous fibers, to the dyeing cosmetic compositions containing such anthraquinones, to the dyeing compositions for keratinous fibers containing such anthraquinones in combination with nitro dyes of the benzene type and azo dyes for direct dyeing, and/or with oxidation dyes for oxidation dyeing as well as to the processes for dyeing keratinous fibers by direct dyeing or by oxidation dyeing.

Abstract: A method and composition for lightening and imparting color to hair is disclosed which achieves a more permanent or longer lasting effect than achievable with traditional oxidation type dyes. A bleaching agent which is capable of lightening hair to a predetermined degree, and a non-oxidation type colorant which is capable of imparting a permanent color is applied to hair for a sufficient length of time and in a sufficient amount to achieve the desired result. The bleaching agent and colorant are then rinsed from the hair.

Abstract: The invention provides dyeing compositions for keratin fibres, which contain at least one dyestuff corresponding to the formula: ##STR1## in which R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 independently of one another denote a hydrogen atom, an alkyl group, a monohydroxyalkyl or polyhydroxyalkyl group, an alkyl group substituted by an alkoxy group, or an aminoalkyl group of which the amino group can optionally be monosubstituted or disubstituted by an alkyl group, and the radical R.sub.2 can also denote a phenyl group or a phenyl group substituted by an alkyl, hydroxyl or amino group, and Z denotes a hydrogen atom or an alkyl group, or their cosmetically acceptable salts. Many of the dyestuffs are novel.

Abstract: Hair dye composition for oxidative dyeing of human or animal hair containing as developing substances alone or in admixture with other developing substances, a hydroxytriaminopyrimidine, preferably 6-OH-2,4,5-triaminopyrimidine (4-OH-2,5,6-triaminopyrimidine) or 2-OH-4,5,6-triaminopyrimidine and/or a dihydroxydiaminopyrimidine, preferably 2,6-dihydroxy-4,5-diamino-pyrimidine or 4,6-dihydroxy-2,5-diaminopyrimidine.

Abstract: The novel hair dye compositions containing a compound of the formula: ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 which may be identical or different, are hydrogen, alkyl, hydroxyalkyl, polyhydroxyalkyl, alkoxyalkyl, hydroxyalkoxyalkyl aminoalkyl and dialkylaminoalkyl, each alkyl group and each alkoxy group having from about 1 to about 6 carbons and R.sub.5 is hydrogen or alkyl containing from about 1 to about 6 carbon atoms are disclosed. More specifically, the present invention concerns the inclusion of such compounds of formula I in hair dye compositions as direct dyes, and especially the novel compound 4-(2-hydroxyethylamino)-3-nitrobenzamide. The compounds, some of which are novel, provide a yellow dye base for the hair dyeing compositions.

Abstract: Certain dispersant free substituted diaminoanthaquinone colorants are useful in hair dye compositions to more intensely color hair. Coloring kits, mousses, gels, and aerosols may contain the compositions.

Abstract: A hair dye composition comprising the following three components (A), (B) and (C):(A) one or more cysteine derivatives selected from among a compound represented by the following general formula (I): ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 represents a hydrogen atom or an acyl or alkyl group carrying one to three carbon atoms,and glutathione, or a salt thereof;(B) an aromatic alcohol and/or a compound represented by the following general formula (II):R.sub.2 -OCH.sub.2 CH.sub.2 OCH.sub.2 CH.sub.2 OH (II)wherein R.sub.2 represents an alkyl group carrying one to five carbon atoms; and(C) a dye.

Abstract: In a method for oxidatively dyeing hair, a pretreatment which comprises contacting hair with an aqueous solution of an effective amount of particular metal/chelate complexes followed by treatment with oxidative dye mixtures is disclosed. The process serves to conform the oxidative dyeing rate of virgin hair to that of the normally noncongruent rate of nonvirgin hair, so as to enhance the efficiency of the oxidative dyeing process, without reducing the intensity or variety of color available.

Abstract: 4-nitroso anilines and cosmetically acceptable salts thereof are employed as direct dyes. Compositions for dyeing keratin fibers and containing said 4-nitroso anilines and an alkalizing agent are also disclosed.

Abstract: Composition for the oxidative dyeing of hair based on a combination of developer substances and coupler substances contains, as developer substance, a diaminopyrazol of the general formula (I), ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1, R.sup.2 and R.sup.4 are identical or different and designate hydrogen, alkyl with 1 to 4 carbon atoms, hydroxyalkyl with 2 to 4 carbon atoms, benzyl or phenyl, and R.sup.3 is hydrogen, alkyl with 1 to 4 carbon atoms, hydroxyalkyl with 2 to 4 carbon atoms, with the proviso that the amino groups are in 3,4 or 4,5 position, or its physiologically tolerated, water-soluble salt, new diaminopyrazol derivatives of the above general formula I are also described herein in which R.sup.1 is methyl or benzyl and the R.sup.2 and R.sup.4 are either benzyl, phenyl, hydrogen, alkyl with 1 to 4 carbon atoms or hydroxyalkyl with 2 to 4 carbon atoms and R.sup.3 is either hydrogen, alkyl with 1 to 4 carbon atoms or hydroxylakyl with 2 to 4 carbon atoms.

Abstract: The novel hair dye compositions containing a compound of the formula: ##STR1## where R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 which may be identical or different, are hydrogen, alkyl, hydroxyalkyl, polyhydroxyalkyl, alkoxyalkyl, hydroxyalkoxyalkyl aminoalkyl and dialkylaminoalkyl, each alkyl group and each alkoxy group having from about 1 to about 6 carbons and R.sub.5 is hydrogen or alkyl containing from about 1 to about 6 carbon atoms are disclosed. More specifically, the present invention concerns the inclusion of such compounds of formula I in hair dye compositions as direct dyes, and especially the novel compound 4-(2-hydroxyethylamino)-3-nitrobenzamide. The compounds, some of which are novel, provide a yellow dye base for the hair dyeing compositions.

Abstract: The invention relates to p-phenylenediamines of formula: ##STR1## in which R.sub.1 denotes an alkyl, hydroxyalkyl or polyhydroxyalkyl radical and R.sub.2 denotes a hydrogen atom or an alkyl radical, as well as the corresponding salts with acids, and to the compositions and the process for dyeing keratinous fibres, and especially hair, employing them.

Abstract: The novel dye compound ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 and R.sub.2, which may be the same or different are hydrogen, alkyl, hydroxyalkyl polyhydroxyalkyl, alkoxyalkyl, hydroxyalkoxyalkyl and amino alkyl, the alkyl group and the alkoxy group having from 1 to 6 carbons, and R.sub.3 is a compatible substituent group, for example, hydrogen, alkyl, hydroxy, hydroxylalkyl and halogen. The dye compound is especially useful in hair dye compositions containing same.

Abstract: 4-nitroso anilines and cosmetically acceptable salts thereof are employed as direct dyes. Compositions for dyeing keratin fibers and containing said 4-nitroso anilines and an alkalizing agent are also disclosed.

Abstract: Novel hair cosmetic compositions comprise 0.1 to 20 wt % of an amphoteric polymer which is soluble in an aqueous 10 wt % sodium chloride solution and insoluble in water at a concentration of 0.1 wt % at 20.degree. C., and 0.1 to 30 wt % of a water-soluble inorganic salt.The hair cosmetic compositions have good properties in terms of hair style formation and retention, and are free from objectionable feel such as stickiness. Thus, the compositions will be expected to have wide utility irrespective of the sexes and ages.

Abstract: The hair dyeing composition in the form of an aqueous solution, an aqueous-alcoholic solution, a cream, a gel, a mixture which can be sprayed or an emulsion contains from 0.01 to 2.0% of a 2,6-Dinitro-phenol derivative of the formula (I): ##STR1## wherein X represents a member selected from the group consisting of alkyl groups containing one to four carbon atoms, monohydroxyalkyl groups containing one to four carbon atoms, perfluoroalkyl groups containing one to four carbon atoms, alkoxy groups containing one to four carbon atoms, monohydroxyalkoxy groups containing two to four carbon atoms, dihydroxyalkoxy groups containing three to four carbon atoms and halogens, and one or more cosmetic additives selected from the group consisting of glycerin, glycols, glycol ethers, hair car materials, wetting agents and emulsifiers, thickeners, softeners, preservatives, complexing agents and perfumes. The dyes of the formula (I) have good physiological properties and provide a variety of yellow shades.

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: Method for dyeing human hair, comprising the steps of applying to hair a composition the temperature of which is higher than 30.degree. C. and lower than 50.degree. C. and which contains at least one nitro dyestuff of the benzene series supersaturated relative to its solubility limit at ambient temperature in a cosmetic medium suitable for dyeing hair and chosen from the dyestuffs having a ratio KC lim greater than 2 is aqueous solution, KC lim being the ratio of the limiting concentrations of the dyestuff in an aqueous medium which are measured at 50.degree. C. and 18.degree. C.; maintaining this composition in contact with hair either at ambient temperature or at a temperature above room temperature and below 50.degree. C., and rinsing the hair.