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Cosmetic, Antiperspirant, Dentifrice

Cosmetic, Antiperspirant, Dentifrice patent applications listed are from June 2005 to current and include Date, Patent Application Number, Patent Title, Patent Abstract summary and are linked to the corresponding patent application page.

08/02/07 - 20070178126 - Polyamino acids functionalized by at least one (oligo)amino acid group and therapeutic uses
The invention relates to novel biodegradable polyamino acid based materials which can be used for the vectorization of (an) active substance(s) (PA). The invention also relates to novel pharmaceutical, cosmetic, dietary or phytosanitary compositions based on said polyamino acids. The present invention which primarily relates to polyamino acids comprising aspartic ...

08/02/07 - 20070178125 - Process for the preparation of carnitine esters and their use
This invention covers a novel process for the preparation of carnitine esters of starch and other hydroxy polymers from β-lactone of carnitine and their use as additives in the manufacture of paper, paperboard or cardboard, in waste water treatment, as a textile sizing agent and in cosmetic or pharmaceutical compositions. ...

07/26/07 - 20070172505 - Cosmetic composition comprising at least one specific block copolymer
The present invention relates to a cosmetic composition comprising, in a physiologically acceptable medium: at least one aqueous phase, at least one preservative, and at least one block copolymer of rod-coil type comprising at least one coil polymeric block structure with a variable conformation covalently bonded to at least one ...

07/19/07 - 20070166339 - Skin whitening methods and compositions based on zeolite - active oxygen donor complexes
The present invention discloses certain complexes of anionic zeolites with active oxygen donor agents, such as organic or inorganic peroxides, and methods and compositions based on said complexes for skin whitening. ...

07/19/07 - 20070166338 - Dermabrasion composition and process
A composition of matter for abrading the epidermis of a human body to expose the underlying dermis, consisting of: (a) an abrasive; (b) a dessicant; and (c) a thickening agent (d) in the absence of an emollient in an aqueous medium. A method of removing the epidermis of a human ...

07/19/07 - 20070166337 - Skincare compositions and methods
There is disclosed a skincare composition suitable for topical application to the skin. The composition comprises from 0.5 to 10% by weight of salicylic acid and from 0.5 to 10% of hydrogen peroxide, but is substantially free of other therapeutic agents selected from the group consisting of anti-microbial agents, anti-bacterial ...

07/12/07 - 20070160636 - Low-density expanded cosmetic composition
The present invention relates to an expanded cosmetic composition for caring for and/or making up keratin materials, comprising, in a physiologically acceptable medium, at least one aqueous phase and a filler, the said composition having a density of less than or equal to 0.12 g/cm3. ...

07/12/07 - 20070160635 - Cosmetic composition textured with a specific asymmetric bis-urea derivative
The present invention relates to a cosmetic composition with a liquid fatty phase, comprising, in a physiologically acceptable medium, at least one liquid fatty phase, in which the said phase is textured with an effective amount of at least one asymmetric bis-urea compound of defined formula. ...

07/05/07 - 20070154503 - Method of treating skin requiring skin cancer treatment
A treatment regimen for treating skin subject to skin cancer treatments involves the application of supplemental composition(s) such as preparatory composition(s), protective composition(s), and combinations thereof, and a corrective composition. ...

07/05/07 - 20070154502 - Method of treating skin requiring microdermabrasion
A treatment regimen for treating skin subject to microdermabrasion involves the application of supplemental composition(s) such as preparatory composition(s), protective composition(s), and combinations thereof, and a corrective composition. ...

07/05/07 - 20070154501 - Method of treating skin having incision from surgical procedures
A treatment regimen for treating skin in which an incision is made during a surgical procedure involves the application of supplemental composition(s) such as preparatory composition(s), protective composition(s), and combinations thereof, and a corrective composition. ...

07/05/07 - 20070154500 - Composition containing concave particles and a dispersant, processes and uses
The present invention relates to a composition containing concave particles, at least one dispersant for these concave particles, and optionally porous particles. This composition is nonpulverulent. The present invention also relates to a treatment process employing this composition and to the uses of this composition, in particular for conferring a ...

06/28/07 - 20070148199 - Preparations for topical skin use and treatment
Topical preparations for release of an active agent to the skin are provided. The preparations have an internal phase dispersed within an external phase. The internal phase includes a hydrophilic carrier and an enzyme active agent. The external phase comprises a silicone matrix. ...

06/28/07 - 20070148197 - Treating inflammation with ondansetron and pharmaceutical compositions comprised thereof
Inflammatory skin disorders such as rosacea, including a variety of skin diseases, whether or not accompanied by dermatosis, are treated by topically applying onto the affected skin area, a thus effective amount of Ondansetron, or salt or base thereof. ...

06/28/07 - 20070148196 - Method for producing colloidal nanoparticles with a compounder
The invention relates to an improved method for producing homogenous colloidal nanoparticles, preferably liposomes, using a compounder. ...

06/21/07 - 20070141096 - Encapsulation of sensitive liquid components into a matrix to obtain discrete shelf-stable particles
A liquid encapsulant component which contains an active, sensitive encapsulant, such as a live microorganism or an enzyme dissolved or dispersed in a liquid plasticizer is admixed with a plasticizable matrix material. The matrix material is plasticizable by the liquid plasticizer and the encapsulation of the active encapsulant is accomplished ...

06/21/07 - 20070141095 - Aqueous dispersion of colloidal particles of mineral filler and fibres
The invention relates to a composition containing an aqueous dispersion of colloidal particles of at least one mineral filler, and fibres. The invention also relates to a process for treating the skin, especially wrinkled skin, via the application of the described composition to the skin. ...

06/21/07 - 20070141094 - Composite of foamed substance and soap substance
A composite of foamed substance and soap substance includes a foamed substance formed according to a selected shape and encased by a soap substance. When the soap substance is almost totally consumed, it can still attach to the foamed substance so that it can be fully used. After the soap ...

06/07/07 - 20070128234 - Process for the incorporation of a flavor or fragrance ingredient or composition into a carbohydrate matrix
The present invention relates to a hot melt extrusion process for the preparation of an active ingredient, namely a flavor or fragrance, delivery system, wherein the quenching of the extruded product to form a glass is carried out with a cooling medium of a low temperature coolant such as liquid ...

06/07/07 - 20070128233 - Cosmetic composition having a unique cushiony texture
A method of making-up a keratinous substrate comprising contacting the keratinous substrate with a cosmetic composition containing: (a) at least one polyorganosiloxane-containing polymer having at least one moiety containing: (i) from 1 to about 1000 organosiloxane units; and (ii) at least two groups capable of establishing hydrogen interactions; (b) an ...

06/07/07 - 20070128232 - Emulsified perfume oils
A fragrance and perfume oil concentrate in the form of aqueous emulsion is comprised of at least 30% by weight of perfume oil(s), where the content of the two components water and perfume oil(s) exceeds a value of together 96% by weight. The perfume emulsion is not combustible or flammable ...

05/31/07 - 20070122435 - Topical dapsone for the treatment of acne
The present invention relates to a method of treating acne by topically applying a dermatological composition comprising dapsone. In addition to inflammatory lesions, the composition also treats non-inflammatory acne. The composition is formulated to include dapsone in a both a dissolved and microparticulate state. ...

05/24/07 - 20070116731 - Dermatological cream-gels containing avermectin compounds
Pharmaceutical cream-gel compositions useful for the treatment of a variety of dermatological conditions, disorders and afflictions, in particular of rosacea, contain at least one avermectin compound active principle, and which also contain an oily phase dispersed in an aqueous phase by means of a non-surfactant polymeric emulsifier, the oily phase ...

05/17/07 - 20070110778 - Method for improving the appearance of skin and topical compositions for practicing same
The present invention relates to novel topical compositions that are useful to enhance the overall appearance of the skin, such as reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. The present invention, which in brief summary, is a topical cosmetic composition having a spherical and/or substantially spherical optical diffuser particle ...

05/17/07 - 20070110777 - Method for loading amphiphile particles with active agents
The present invention provides a method for the production of amphiphile particles having incorporated therein at least one active agent. The method comprises forming a dispersion of particles comprising at least one amphiphilic structuring agent in a solution of at least one active agent, heating said dispersion to an elevated ...

05/10/07 - 20070104747 - Cosmetic composition comprising at least one anti-dandruff agent and also oxyethylenated sorbitan monolaurate, and cosmetic treatment process using said composition
Disclosed herein is a cosmetic composition comprising, in an aqueous medium, at least one anti-dandruff agent other than 2-pyridone derivatives, and at least one oxyethylenated sorbitan monolaurate comprising from 2 to 25 oxyethylene units. The anti-dandruff agent may be chosen, for example, from zinc pyrithione, salicylic acid, selenium disulphide, and ...

05/10/07 - 20070104746 - Methods and compositions for reducing skin damage
The Notch signal transduction pathway has been identified as a target for screening and treatment methods for the prevention and/or reduction of short- and long-term UVB-induced skin damage, e.g., the prevention and/or reduction of UVB-induced wrinkles. The invention thus features screening and treatment methods for prevention or reduction of UVB-induced ...

05/03/07 - 20070098749 - Cosmetic device comprising discrete elements
A cosmetic device comprising a solid or semi-solid cosmetic composition comprising a plurality of discrete elements is provided. The discrete elements each comprise a water soluble core surrounded by an erodible shell. The cosmetic composition may be a cleansing composition. The discrete elements may form a matrix. ...

04/26/07 - 20070092542 - Cosmetic o/w emulsion comprising 1,2-hexanediol
A cosmetic oil-in-water emulsion which comprises 1,2-hexanediol and a method of preparing same. ...

04/26/07 - 20070092541 - Direct contact quench crystallization process and cosmetic products produced thereby
A process for making a solid cosmetic composition comprising the steps of: forming at least one hot process stream comprising a solvent and a gellant dissolved therein, the hot process stream having a first temperature; forming at least one cold process stream comprising a cosmetic active having a second temperature ...

03/29/07 - 20070071781 - Compositions for rupturable capsules and methods of making the same
A rupturable capsule that includes a capsule containing a composition is disclosed. Also disclosed are compositions that include silica, oil, a bioorganic filler, colorant, fragrance, and a combination thereof. A method of imparting a colorant, a fragrance, and a combination thereof to an object, that includes rupturing a rupturable capsule ...

03/29/07 - 20070071780 - Personal care composition comprising a perfume booster accord
A personal care composition comprising a perfume booster accord. The human nose can detect the odor of the perfume booster accord at low concentrations. The perfume booster accord also provides a bigger bloom and longevity of scent. The present invention is further directed to a method of using the personal ...

03/22/07 - 20070065473 - Nitric oxide gas (go) as a cosmetic and wound healing agent
The present invention provides a method and device for exposing injured mammalian tissues, in a non-abrasive manner, to an effective amount of exogenous gaseous nitric oxide (gNO) in order to promote healing by reducing the size, duration and severity of wounds as well as controlling the infection by reducing number ...

03/22/07 - 20070065472 - Benzyl-1,3-thiazolidine-2,4-dione compounds for stimulating or inducing the growth and/or for reducing the loss of keratin fibers
are useful active agents for inducing and/or stimulating the growth of mammalian keratin fibers and/or reducing the loss and/or increasing the density thereof, particularly of human head hair, beard hair, moustache hair, eyelashes and eyebrows, and advantageously are active agents for caring for or making up the hair or the ...

03/22/07 - 20070065471 - Cosmetic/dermatological applications of ppar receptor activators
Cosmetic/pharmaceutical compositions useful for regulating the size of sebaceous glands and, in particular, for inhibiting sebum production, or for treating pathologies entailing an overproduction of sebum, or for treating greasy skin and/or a scalp prone to dandruff, contain thus effective amounts of at least one activator of PPAR type receptors. ...

03/22/07 - 20070065470 - Oleaginous composition containing a flowable active ingredient
Described is an oleaginous composition containing an especially antioxidative, flowable active ingredient, said composition being used as an additive for an oil principally for food preparations, wherein the viscosity of the composition is between the viscosity of the active ingredient and the viscosity of the oil. ...

03/08/07 - 20070053940 - Method of measuring the efficacy of a skin treatment program
The present invention includes a method of measuring the efficacy of a skin treatment program on human skin. The method comprises: a. accessing a multiplicity of photographic images of human faces, each image having associated with it a chronological age of the human whose likeness it captures; b. assessing the ...

03/01/07 - 20070048340 - Multi step patterning of a skin surface
Methods and systems for treating skin for aesthetic or health or other purposes are described. According to various embodiments, photoresponsive materials and light are delivered in controlled fashions to produce a patterned distribution of one or more material in or upon the skin. ...

03/01/07 - 20070048339 - Structured materials
The present invention relates to a method for preparing a structured material comprising: providing a hydrophilic particle such as hydrophilic silicas, silicates, dextrins, starches, minerals, sodium bicarbonate, clays, sugars, polyols, dried flavors/fragrances, hydrocolloids, proteins, celluloses, methylcellulose, hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose, flours of wheat, corn, potato, and rice, dried milk and dairy ...

02/22/07 - 20070042010 - Compositions containing amines and use thereof to treat acne or reduce the appearance of oil or pores on the skin
wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, and R5 independently, are selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, C1-C6 alkyl, C1-C6 hydroxyalkyl, or a cosmetically acceptable salt thereof, and the use thereof for treating acne and reducing the appearance of oil or pores on the skin. ...

02/08/07 - 20070031462 - Powder exfoliating compositions and methods for producing the same
Nighttime dry powder compositions are produced and topically administered externally to skin to enhance the exfoliation of the skin while sleeping. ...

02/08/07 - 20070031461 - An antimicrobial composition for topical application and a method thereof
The present invention provides an antimicrobial composition for topical application, preferably for treating acne, and a method for using the composition. The composition comprises a photocatalyst mixture comprising a photocatalyst, such as titanium dioxide, and sodium perborate, magnesium silicate, and citric acid. The photocatalyst mixture is in an amount effective ...

01/25/07 - 20070020302 - Exfoliating cream
An exfoliating cream and method of forming. The cream includes particles of a stone. The stone may be a precious or semi-precious stone of a characteristic color. The cream appears to be the color of the characteristic color. The cream may also include coloring agents to impart the characteristic color. ...

01/25/07 - 20070020301 - Beautification method
It is intended to provide a cosmetic method that comprises carrying out a beauty treatment in exact timing with an increase in the concentration of a medicinal component that has been taken in blood so as to establish a favorable cosmetic effect owing to synergy of both. A subject person ...

01/18/07 - 20070014823 - Multi phase personal care composition comprising compositions having similar rheology profile in different phases
Multi-phase personal care compositions comprising: (a) at least one personal care composition phase; and (b) at least one another personal care composition phase; wherein the phase (a) and said the phase (b) are visually distinct phases that are packaged in physical contact, wherein the phase (a) and the phase (b) ...

01/18/07 - 20070014822 - Acetals, use thereof as fragrances and methods for production thereof
n=0 or 1, and there is a single bond or double bond at the location of a broken line between two C atoms, any double bond present in the chain linking the aliphatic ring to the acetal group having the E or Z configuration, with the proviso that the number ...

01/11/07 - 20070009562 - Spherical optical structure
Disclosed herein is a spherical optical structure having a particle diameter less than or equal to 500 μm, comprising a core substance and a coating substance coating the core substance, wherein the particle diameter and/or the thickness of the coating substance of the spherical optical structure are controlled to be ...

01/11/07 - 20070009561 - Tablets resistant to shock loads
The invention relates to tablets consisting of pressed particulate washing or cleaning agents and comprising at least two reinforcing grooves on the upper side thereof, the horizontal extension of said grooves on the plane of the tablet surface being longer than the depth thereof. The inventive tablets are characterized by ...

01/11/07 - 20070009560 - Cosmetic and dermatological agent containing magnetic particles production thereof and use of the same
The invention relates to a cosmetic and dermatological agent containing magnetically hard particles and other active ingredients. Said agent contains 0.0001 to 2 wt. % of magnetically hard particles, preferably barium hexaferrite single crystals of between 80 and 550 nm and with a coercive force ranging from 80,000 to 1,600,000 ...

01/04/07 - 20070003585 - Topical skin treating compositions
Topical compositions and methods of using same for treating various skin disorders or conditions. In a particular aspect, these compositions comprise a storage-stable mixture of a benzoyl peroxide-containing composition, an antibiotic or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt or ester thereof, and a retinoid or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. In an ...

01/04/07 - 20070003584 - Liquid crystal polymer syringes and containers and methods of use for long term storage of filler materials
A syringe or container including a barrier surface for the long term storage of filler compositions and pre-filled syringes having a barrier surface that include filler compositions are provided. ...

01/04/07 - 20070003583 - Cosmetic compositions comprising cyclohexanepolycarboxylic acid derivatives
The present invention relates to cosmetic compositions, in particular fragrance compositions and cosmetic compositions for decorative application on the human body, comprising at least one cyclohexanepolycarboxylic acid derivative, and to the use of cyclohexanepolycarboxylic acid derivatives in cosmetic compositions. ...

12/28/06 - 20060292195 - Tooth drops
Tooth cleaning drops with an outer shell defining an inner chamber filled with a tooth cleaning substance. The outer shell may be made of the same material as the tooth cleaning substance. The drops are placed in a user's mouth and punctured to release the tooth cleaning substance held inside ...

12/28/06 - 20060292194 - Treatment for burns and adipose deposits using thyroid hormone compound in a human
A topical preparation for treating first and second degree burns includes TriAc. The topical preparation preferably includes less than 10 mg of TriAc per 100 ml of pharmaceutical excipient base. In another embodiment, a topical preparation includes TriAc for decreasing cellulite. In this embodiment, the topical preparation is preferably applied ...

12/28/06 - 20060292193 - Encapsulated cosmetic composition
The present invention relates to encapsulated cosmetic compositions that are topically applied. The compositions contain at least one frangible capsule that has a seamless shell of a thermo-softening material. The shell is solid at about room temperature and melts upon application to the skin. The shell holds a core cosmetic ...

12/28/06 - 20060292192 - Pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations
Pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations comprising hydrophobic highly disperse silicon dioxide with a tamped density of 70-400 g/l. ...

12/21/06 - 20060286134 - Method for removing contaminants from essential oils
Method for removing a contaminant from an essential oil comprising contacting the essential oil including the contaminant with a strong acid cation exchange resin or a strong base anion exchange resin. ...

12/21/06 - 20060286133 - Self emulsifying oily liquid cosmetic
A self emulsification type oily liquid cosmetic composition includes 8 to 30% by mass of the following component A and 50 to 92% by mass of the following component B. Component A: a polyglycerin fatty acid ester having a hydroxyl value of 450 to 700, and a branched fatty acid ...

12/14/06 - 20060280764 - Vegetable sterol ester-containing composition and additive that increases the feeling effects from a hair cosmetic
A safe additive that increases the feeling effects from a hair cosmetic is provided at low costs. The additive that increases the feeling effects has less stickiness, can be easily and uniformly mixed with hair cosmetics, and can provide feelings, effects and advantages that are similar to those of sterol ...

12/14/06 - 20060280763 - Transparent solid oil cosmetics
A solid cosmetic comprising components (A), (B), (C), and (D) below: (A) a polyamide resin; (B) diisostearyl malate; (C) a polyglyceryl isostearate; and (D) a liquid oil; and not containing a wax when the component (A) comprises only an ester-terminated polyamide resin. ...

12/14/06 - 20060280762 - Color cosmetics - coloring/staining the skin from fruit and plant color pigments
The use of color pigment from fruits and vegetables for cosmetic purposes of coloring the skin such as staining lips, flushing cheeks and enhancing the eyes. These pigments can be used in lip sticks, lip stains, cheek stains, blush, eye liner, eye shadow, mascara, eyebrow powder/pencil, sheer to full coverage ...

12/07/06 - 20060275333 - Composition with beads for treatment of contact dermatitis
A treatment for urushiol induced pain and itching is provided for in a topical wash. A method is provided for applying, foaming, and removing a composition of substances to the effected area. The composition comprises a pramoxine compound in combination with a water-soluble nonylphenol ethoxylate and an inert foaming agent, ...

12/07/06 - 20060275332 - Cosmetic composition
A topical multiphase cosmetic composition is provided comprising co-extensive emulsion and gel phases. The phases have at least one common interface and are disposed such that the gel phase forms greater than 50% of the outer surface of the composition. The composition provides a combination of the unique sensory and ...

11/30/06 - 20060269581 - Stable water in oil aminophylline emulsions
A water in oil emulsion system and a process for preparing such a emulsion has been provided for topically applying aminophylline for reducing cellulite conditions. ...

11/30/06 - 20060269580 - Treatment of skin with light and a benefit agent to mitigate acne
Methods of mitigating acne include exposing an expanse of skin to light; terminating the exposure of the skin to the light; and applying a benefit agent to the expanse of skin after a delay following the termination. The light exposure may be for a period of less than about one ...

11/23/06 - 20060263402 - Oil encapsulation
According to the invention, a solid encapsulate is provided comprising: (a) an oil phase; (b) a water-soluble emulsification polymer, wherein a 0.1 %wt aqueous solution of the water-soluble emulsification polymer has a surface tension of 15-60 mN/m (15-60 dynes/cm) when measured at 25° C.; (c) a water-soluble film-forming polymer; wherein ...

11/23/06 - 20060263401 - Formulation and method for preventing infection
The packet of formulation comprised of two groups of spherical particles is disclosed. Each group is comprised of 100 or more particles and may be comprised of many thousands of particles. The groups of particles may be in an aqueous solution comprising thrombin and be dispersed in a gel. The ...

11/23/06 - 20060263400 - Regulation of mammalian keratinous tissue using skin and/or hair care actives
Compositions useful for regulating the condition of mammalian keratinous tissue needing such treatments are provided. An exemplary composition comprises a safe and effective amount of glycyrrhizic acid and/or glycyrrhetinic acid; a safe and effective amount of an active selected from the group consisting of N-acyl amino acid compounds, hexamidine, cetyl ...

11/23/06 - 20060263399 - Preparation for external use on skin
The present invention has as an object to provide a preparation for external use on skin in which a water-soluble ascorbic acid can be stably dissolved. By blending a low molecular weight betaine in a preparation for external use on skin including a water-soluble ascorbic acid and a glycol ether ...

11/23/06 - 20060263398 - Method and compound for skin chemical peel
The present invention provides a skin peel composition including a plurality of keratolytic substances, such as trichloroacetic acid and salicylic, and a post inflammatory hyper pigmentation reducing substance such as retinoic acid. In addition, the skin peel composition may further include ascorbic acid (vitamin C), as well as vitamins A ...

11/16/06 - 20060257439 - Cleansing compositions with color changing indicator
The invention describes compositions that can indicate whether hands have been washed for an approximate predetermined period of time. The composition includes an acid-base indicator and a delivery system. ...

11/16/06 - 20060257438 - Polyalkylene materials
The disclosure provides, in various embodiments, a method for fractionating a polyalkylene, and the fractionated polyalkylene produced thereby. The method includes, for example, separating, from a starting polyalkylene, a first portion of a polyalkylene having a Mw less than the Mw of the starting polyalkylene. Also included are bichromal balls ...

11/16/06 - 20060257437 - Cosmetic composition
The present invention relates to a new topical cosmetic composition formulated for concealing wrinkles and for eliminating or reducing damages to the skin appearance resulted from a wide variety of disorders, such as for example, acne. Said composition comprises water, optionally containing 25-400 ppm of Ag, hydrophobic particles, preferably hydrophobic ...

11/16/06 - 20060257436 - Skin preparation composition for external use
wherein R indicates a benzyl group or a phenyl group. ...

11/09/06 - 20060251690 - Skin enrichment using coq10 as the delivery system
The present invention provides several skin enrichment formulations comprising ubiquinones. The present invention provides a composition for the treatment of acne, topical antimicrobial ointment, sunscreening agents, facial cleansing, reduction of skin inflammation, firming skin tone, cosmetic foundation, skin protection, lip skin protection and skin cream. In a preferred embodiment, the ...

11/09/06 - 20060251689 - Treatment or prevention of pruritus
The invention provides methods and medicaments for the treatment of pruritus in general or pruritus caused by or associated with dermatological diseases including the treatment of the underlying disease by topically administering to skin or by systemically administering to a subject Oxaprozin or a closely related compound or a salt ...

11/09/06 - 20060251688 - Polyurethane microcapsules containing biocide and process for the preparation thereof
The invention provides polyurethane microcapsules containing biocide, useful for preparing coating materials such as interior and exterior paints. Microcapsules described in this invention are prepared by dispersing biocide in an aliphatic hydrocarbon medium containing nonionic polymeric stabilizer having hydrophilic and hydrophobic repeating units, diol or polyol having molecular weight 200-2000, ...

11/09/06 - 20060251687 - Agent-encapsulating micro-and nanoparticles, methods for preparation of same and products containing same
Substantially leachless, agent-encapsulating sol-gel particles, methods of preparing same and products containing same are provided ...

11/09/06 - 20060251686 - Make-up processes and processes for application of a skin care product, and devices used in the implementation of such processes
The present invention relates to a process for the application of a cosmetic product, including a skin care product, excluding depilatory waxes, this product being contained in a packaging device, the process including the following stages: placing the packaging device in a microwave oven, raising the temperature of the product ...

11/02/06 - 20060246101 - Oral controlled release formulations
Pharmaceutical composition capable of releasing a therapeutically effective dose of active agent, e.g., rivastigmine, in a time-controlled manner. ...

11/02/06 - 20060246100 - Method for exfoliating skin
The present invention relates to an exfoliating composition. The composition comprises a mixture. The mixture comprises phenolsulfonic acid, guaiacolsulfonic acid, and optionally sulfosalicylic acid and citric acid. ...

11/02/06 - 20060246099 - Compositions containing piperazine compounds
and to a process for treating wrinkled skin, etc. Two novel families of piperazine compounds are also described. ...

11/02/06 - 20060246098 - Stable aqueous-based emulsion formulation comprising urea and salicylic acid and method of using same
The present invention relates to a stable aqueous-based emulsion formulation comprising urea and salicylic acid and a method of preparing the same. In particular, the present invention relates to a method of treating a skin condition comprising the step of topical administering a stable form of a formulation comprising urea ...

11/02/06 - 20060246097 - Novel pyrithione complex compound, process for producing the same and use thereof
Zinc pyrithione and copper pyrithione are highly evaluated in the market as an antidandruff agent for shampoo, or an antifouling agent for ship bottom paint and fish-farming net, or an antibacterial/antifungal agent or preservative/mildewcide for industrial products and household articles. For enhancing the market value thereof, there has been a ...

10/26/06 - 20060240056 - Treatment of skin with adenosine or adenosine analog
Methods for enhancing the condition of non-diseased skin by application of compositions containing adenosine or an adenosine analog are disclosed. Also disclosed are methods for increasing DNA synthesis or protein synthesis in dermal cells, and methods for increasing dermal cell size, by application of compositions containing adenosine. ...

10/26/06 - 20060240055 - Perfume composition having sedative effect
The present invention provides a perfume composition, which comprises at least one trimethoxybenzene in an amount of less than 0.5% by weight based on the total weight of the perfume composition. The present invention also provides a method for providing sedation in a subject, which comprises applying a perfume composition ...

10/26/06 - 20060240054 - Irritant-free gel compositions
Irritant-free gel compositions according to the present invention include less than 5 parts by weight of one or more marking agents, 0.25-2 parts by weight of a thickening agent; and 30-90 parts by weight water. The thickening agent is typically a vegetable gum. In some embodiments, the compositions may additionally ...

10/26/06 - 20060240053 - Use of aspartic proteases in cosmetics and therapeutics
The invention provides a cosmetic or pharmaceutical composition comprising, in a physiologically acceptable medium, at least one purified natural or synthetic polypeptide wherein the peptide sequence is represented wholly or partly by at least one sequence selected from the group consisting of SEQ ID NO: 1, SEQ ID NO: 4, ...

10/19/06 - 20060233847 - Apparatus and method for manufacture of cosmetic applicator
A method of manufacturing a plurality of cosmetic applicators including providing an electrostatic control means for dissipating electrostatic charge or localising electrostatic charge wherein the powder at least in part is retained on the cosmetic applicator surface with the assistance of electrostatic attraction between said surface and said cosmetics preparation. ...

10/19/06 - 20060233846 - Microdispersion and method of producing same
The invention describes homogeneous microdispersions comprising at least one hydrogenated or partially hydrogenated membrane lipid with or without enzyme hydrolysis, dispersed in substantially non aqueous, non volatile hydrophilic medium with boiling point above 40° C. More preferably the compositions comprise a mixture of hydrogenated monoacyl and hydrogenated diacyl-lipids and at ...

10/19/06 - 20060233845 - Micro/nanoparticle obtained from lipid-containing marine organisms for use in pharmaceutics and cosmetics
The invention relates to pharmaceutically or cosmetically active agents, which are obtained by converting biomasses consisting of lipid-containing marine organisms into microparticles and nanoparticles and which preferably have an average diameter of 10 nm 10 μm. Possible fields of application of these agents include the field of medicine, the production ...

10/12/06 - 20060228386 - Polymeric microstructures
Methods for producing and using polymeric microstructures having a pre-determined geometry (e.g., rectangular prism, cube), and pre-determined surface characteristics are disclosed herein. The polymeric microstructures described herein are particularly useful as microcarriers in cell culture applications because they provide high surface areas, and improved surface/volume ratios over currently available microstructures, ...

10/05/06 - 20060222673 - Injectable phosphatidylcholine preparations
The present invention relates to viscous injectable phosphatidylcholine preparations and their use for the reduction or removal of localized adipose tissue (fat) deposits, and to intra-fat pad injection and implant methods of administering such preparations for the non-surgical removal or reduction of localized fatty deposits. ...

10/05/06 - 20060222672 - Gaseous constituent supply device for vehicle
A gaseous constituent supply device supplies an air cannon projectile containing a predetermined gaseous constituent to an occupant in a compartment of a vehicle. This supply device includes a gaseous constituent supply chamber for reserving the gaseous constituent, an air compression unit for compressing an inside of the gaseous constituent ...

10/05/06 - 20060222671 - Dermatological compositions and salts for the treatment of dermatological diseases
The invention relates to dermatological compositions of Oxaprozin or a closely related compound suitable adapted for the treatment of a dermatological disease, where at least two of the enzymes selected from protein tyrosine kinase Syk, protein tyrosine kinase ZAP-70 and phosphodiesterase IV play a role in mediating the dermatological disease. ...

10/05/06 - 20060222670 - Nanocomposite microgel particles and uses thereof
The use of a nanocomposite microgel as a stimulus responsive particulate emulsifier, wherein the microgel particles comprise an inorganic particulate component and a cross-linked responsive polymer matrix. ...

09/28/06 - 20060216318 - Compositions comprising entrained water and agents entrained in water-sensitive matrices
The present invention provides compositions comprising a water-sensitive matrix, a water-dispersible agent, and/or entrained water. The entrained water, for example, can be entrained within a plurality of capsules or particles, wherein upon use the entrained water is released thereby effecting the release of the water-dispersible agents. The invention also provides ...

09/21/06 - 20060210593 - Methods of making and methods of using antiseptic disinfectant, cosmetic and toiletries, medicine or food containing the same
The present invention relates to methods for producing and using antiseptic disinfectant, cosmetic and toiletries, medicine or food and method for antiseptically disinfecting a cosmetic and toiletries, medicine or food. The cosmetic and toiletries, medicine or food contain an antiseptic disinfectant comprising 1,2-alkanediol with 5-10 carbons and a fragrance component, ...

09/14/06 - 20060204530 - Benzoyl peroxide compositions and methods of use
Solutions of benzoyl peroxide, in one or more solvents are provided that are suitable for direct topical application to the skin of a user or can be formulated into a product that is suitable for topical application to the skin of a user. In embodiments, the solutions include benzoyl peroxide ...

09/14/06 - 20060204529 - Crosslinked elastin and process for producing the same
A crosslinked elastin, a water-soluble crosslinking agent to be used for crosslinking, molded elastin articles, medical instruments and regeneration tissues using the crosslinked elastin, and a surgical therapy method and regeneration treatment wherein the medical instruments are employed. There is provided a biocompatible functional material having elasticity suitable for transplantation ...

09/14/06 - 20060204528 - Surface-modified nanoparticles, their preparation and use
The invention relates to surface-modified nanoparticles composed of metal or semimetal oxides or hydroxides and having been reacted on their surface with a modifier, with formation of covalent bonds. The modifier is a polysiloxane. The invention also relates to a process for preparing the nanoparticles, to their use as fillers ...

09/14/06 - 20060204527 - Porous particles and cosmetics
The invention provides porous particles having a small particle diameter of 75 μm or less on the average, the porous particles further containing an active ingredient, a process for producing the porous particles, and cosmetics containing the porous particles. The invention relates to porous particles having an average particle diameter ...

08/31/06 - 20060193879 - Topical formulations comprising ceramic hydroxyapatite particles
Methods of using absorption enhancer as a component of skin care compositions for moisturizing and protecting the skin. Antimicrobial skin care compositions for cleansing and moisturizing the skin, comprising an absorption enhancer, an antimicrobial function enhancer and bound lipid removals, humectants, emollients and extracts of botanical herbs. Methods for preparing ...

08/24/06 - 20060188534 - Dispersions for the formulation of slightly or poorly soluble agents
The invention provides a dispersion having an oily phase, an aqueous phase, in the form of an oil-in-water emulsion or a water-in-oil emulsion, and at least one active ingredient that is only slightly or with difficulty soluble in the oily phase and the aqueous phase. The dispersion is free from ...

08/24/06 - 20060188533 - Delivery of bio-available compounds with anhydrous topical preparations
The disclosed systems and methods for delivery of bio-available compounds in topical preparations generally include anhydrous carrier particles adapted to carry bio-available compounds. The carrier particles may be admixed with anhydrous formulation material that is suitably adapted to suspend and/or separate the carrier particles. Disclosed features and specifications may be ...

08/17/06 - 20060182773 - Emulsifier composition and transparent or translucent micro emulsions containing said emulsifier composition
The disclosed invention relates to an emulsifier composition containing hydrophilic and lipophilic emulsifiers, characterized in that the hydrophilic emulsifier is selected from at least one of the compounds of group (A) which consists of (A.1) products of the addition of 8 to 30 moles ethylene oxide onto C16-22 fatty alcohols, ...

08/17/06 - 20060182772 - Method for the extemporaneous preparation of cosmetic compositions having the texture of a cream and compositions for carrying out said method
The invention relates to a method for the preparation of cosmetic compositions having the texture of a cream. Said preparation is made at the time when the composition is used and includes bringing the following elements into contact with each other: (A) a liquid phase; (B) a powder containing a ...

08/10/06 - 20060177471 - Topical personal care compositions and methods of use
Topical personal care compositions comprising an anti-inflammatory agent, an amphoteric surfactant, a bodifier/humectant, and water and methods of use are disclosed. ...

08/03/06 - 20060171974 - Compounds, formulations, and methods for treating or preventing rosacea
wherein each of B1, B2, and B3 is independently hydrogen, hydroxy, or alkoxy; and each of B4 and B5 is independently hydrogen or alkyl, applying such compounds topically as sprays, mists, aerosols, solutions, lotions, gels, creams, ointments, pastes, unguents, emulsions, and suspensions to treat rosacea and its symptoms. ...

08/03/06 - 20060171973 - Personal care compositions comprising coated/treated metal silicate absorbent particles
Coated particles of metal (such as calcium) silicate that exhibit excellent odor neutralization and sebum absorption properties when present within certain cosmetic and/or personal care formulations and suspensions are provided. Uncoated calcium silicate exhibits a high pH level that may have a deleterious effect upon such cosmetic and/or personal care ...

08/03/06 - 20060171972 - Coated/treated metal silicate absorbent particles
Coated particles of metal (such as calcium) silicate that exhibit excellent odor neutralization and sebum absorption properties when present within certain cosmetic and/or personal care formulations and suspensions are provided. Uncoated calcium silicate exhibits a high pH level that may have a deleterious effect upon such cosmetic and/or personal care ...

08/03/06 - 20060171971 - Composition for wet wipes containing a non-irritating skin health benefit ingredient and the process for making
An oil-in-water emulsion composition for wet-wipes delivering a particulate skin health benefit ingredient in the oil phase. A process for making an oil-in-water emulsion composition in which the oil phase is first made as a concentrate and then diluted in water. ...

07/27/06 - 20060165741 - Low ph skin care compositions containing dehydroacetic acid
Stable skin care compositions comprising dehydroacetic acid and a dermatologically acceptable carrier. The dermatologically acceptable carrier comprises at least one oil, said oil having a solubility in water of about 5% or less and a solubility parameter of from about 7 to about 15, and the dehydroacetic acid is distributed ...

07/27/06 - 20060165740 - Perfume delivery system
Perfume delivery systems, comprising insoluble carrier particles with surface silanols, which have been grafted with an organosilane and carry amino functional groups, a polymer with positively charged functional groups added to said carrier particles and a fragrance adsorbed to or absorbed into the carrier particles. The perfume delivery systems impart ...

07/27/06 - 20060165739 - Alcohol-free microemulsion composition
The present invention concerns compositions that comprise alcohol-free microemulsions and methods for their use that include a surfactant, a lipophilic linker, and/or a hydrophilic linker. These compositions can be used, for example, in cosmetic or hair applications. In certain aspects, compositions of the invention have the ability to microemulsify sebum ...

07/27/06 - 20060165738 - O/w emulsifier, o/w emulsion and applications thereof
The invention concerns an O/W emulsifier, an O/W emulsion prepared therefrom and the uses thereof. According to the invention the O/W emulsifier contains (a) 70 to 90 wt. % of glyceryl oleate citrate and (b) 10 to 30 wt. % of a viscosity modifier having a viscosity in the range ...

07/27/06 - 20060165737 - Reducing the odor of oil components by means of adsorption with polymeric adsorbing agents
A process for reducing the odor of an oil. The oil being treated is first distilled by a carrier vapor or carrier gas distillation to form a distilled oil. The distilled oil is then contacted with a polymeric adsorbent; whereby the odor of the oil is reduced. The polymeric adsorbent ...

07/27/06 - 20060165736 - Cosmetic composition
The invention provides an emulsified cosmetic composition having an anti-perspiring action. The invention relates to an emulsified cosmetic composition comprising surface-hydrophobated water-absorbing polymer particles and water, particularly an emulsified cosmetic composition as an antiperspirant. ...

07/27/06 - 20060165735 - Stable emulsions of oils in aqueous solutions and methods for producing same
Methods for making highly stable, oxidation-resistant emulsions comprising an oil, an emulsifier, an emulsion stabilizer and water are provided. The invention is particularly well suited for oils that are susceptible to oxidation, such as long chain polyunsaturated fatty acid oils. The resulting emulsion is highly stable and resistant to oxidation, ...

07/20/06 - 20060159716 - Cosmetic emulsion comprising solid particles, method for preparing cosmetic emulsion, and method of using cosmetic emulsion
The present disclosure relates to a cosmetic composition for making up or caring for the skin in the form of an emulsion comprising an aqueous phase and an oily phase, comprising a dispersion of wax particles with a mean size by volume of less than or equal to 1 μm ...

07/20/06 - 20060159715 - Conjugate of fine porous particles with polymer molecules and the utilization thereof
A conjugate which comprises fine porous particles (on which functional substance may be adhered) and a polymer based on water-soluble high molecular chain segment, and the use of the conjugate (for the purpose of stably supporting, or slowly releasing, a physiologically active substance, or the like). ...

07/20/06 - 20060159714 - Use of an antioxidant in a dermatological and/or cosmetic composition
The invention relates to a dermatological and/or cosmetic composition which is intended for the treatment of acne, seborrheic dermatitis and skin disorders associated with the formation of comedones. The invention is characterised in that it contains: as active principle, at least one lipophilic antioxidant which is selected from the group ...

07/13/06 - 20060153889 - Discontinuous surface coating for particles
The present invention relates to particle compositions comprising a core particle that is partially coated with a first hydrophilic deposit and a hydrophobic polymeric finish, contains a small amount of water, and a compatible active present in the deposit, the finish or both. Additional alternating deposits, hydrophobic, hydrophilic or both, ...

07/13/06 - 20060153888 - Methods for scavenging oxidizing nitrogen and oxygen species with fragrances having antioxidative properties
Methods and compositions for scavenging reactive molecules, including free radicals, reactive oxygen and reactive nitrogen species, in the air are described. More specifically, methods and compositions for scavenging reactive molecules in the air before the reactive chemicals contact the skin or other tissue surface are described. The scavenging occurs by ...

07/13/06 - 20060153887 - Cosmetic article and process for obtaining a cosmetic article in a unit dose
A COSMETIC ARTICLE AND PROCESS FOR OBTAINING A COSMETIC ARTICLE IN A UNIT DOSE, said cosmetic article comprising: a base substrate (10) having an upper face (11); a cosmetic product (20) which is deposited and retained, in a unit dose, onto a load region (13) of the upper face (11) ...

07/13/06 - 20060153886 - Ambiphilic porous matrix
Compositions are described which are capable of forming external reservoirs comprising a polymeric matrix for adsorbing sebum in exchange for beneficial oils and transfer of hydrating components to the skin. The compositions may be lotions, creams, gels, pastes, lip sticks and water and oil systems. There is also described a ...

07/06/06 - 20060147484 - Urushiol-induced contact dermatitis composition, method of use, and method of manufacture
A composition for treating urushiol-induced contact dermatitis includes an aqueous solution of water, a first surfactant, and a second surfactant in proportions that bind a sufficient number of the water molecules that when this aqueous solution is mixed with granulated salt, the majority of the salt is not dissolved but ...

06/29/06 - 20060140993 - Hair and scalp ointment
Abies Balsamea Resin, Beeswax, Carmel Color, Cetyl Alcohol, Disodium Edta, DMDH Hydantoin, Fragrance, Gelatin/Keratin Amino Acids/Lysine Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Glycerin, Stearate, Propylene Glyco and Imidazolidinyl Urean and Methyl Paraben and Propyl Paraben, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Microcrystalline Wax, Octoxynol-9, Panthenol (Pro Vitamin B5), Petrolatum, Propylene, Sodium Salt of Carbomer 940, Vitamin A, Vitamin ...

06/29/06 - 20060140992 - Cosmetics excellent in texture and oil-dispersibility
A cosmetic material with an excellent feeling which contains a crosslinked product of poly-γ-glutamic acid and/or a crosslinked product of a poly-γ-glutamic acid salt having a particle size of 0.1 to 100 μm and an average particle size of 1 to 50 μm, exhibits a less stickiness upon use, a ...

06/22/06 - 20060134156 - Method for caring for the skin and associated kit
The present invention relates to a method for caring for the skin, intended to soften cutaneous signs of ageing, by the successive application to the skin, wetted beforehand, of four compositions, namely: a microdermabrasion composition, a peeling composition, a soothing composition and an anti-ageing composition having a given constitution. It ...

06/22/06 - 20060134155 - Compositions and methods of their use for improving the condition and appearance of skin
The present invention relates to compositions and methods for treating, preventing and improving the condition and/or aesthetic appearance of skin, particularly, treating, preventing, ameliorating, reducing and/or eliminating fine lines and/or wrinkles of skin, where the compositions include active agents which increase expression levels of genes associated with the dermatological signs ...

06/22/06 - 20060134154 - Hair treatment composition
Hair treatment compositions comprise an aqueous dispersion of water insoluble composite particles, the particles comprising: i) a clay with a net surface charge, ii) a charged organic molecule comprising at least 6 carbon atoms iii) a water insoluble hair benefit agent which is immiscible with the charged organic molecule, wherein ...

06/22/06 - 20060134153 - Makeup method based on texture and texture
A texture word map is produced by selecting a plurality of texture words to express the makeup textures; classifying the plurality of selected texture words into two types; producing a texture word map by arranging one characteristic in the ordinate and the other characteristic in the abscissa and arranging positional ...

06/22/06 - 20060134152 - Method for preparing beads containing a crosslinked mineral matrix
The invention relates to a process for the preparation of beads comprising a crosslinked inorganic matrix and to the beads obtained. The process consists in preparing gelled beads by pouring a suspension comprising a precursor of the inorganic matrix and an alginate dropwise into a solution of a polyvalent cation ...

06/15/06 - 20060127431 - Regulation of mammalian hair growth
The present invention relates to a topical skin care composition containing a safe and effective amount of a skin care active comprising agmatine, and its salt; a safe and effective amount of a first additional skin care active selected from the group consisting of BHT or BHA, hexamidine, cetyl pyridinium ...

06/15/06 - 20060127430 - Controlled-release of cosmetic and pharmaceutical agents via osmotic nano-diffusion from zeolite cage complexes
The present invention discloses the application of cage complexes of zeolites for topical controlled delivery of organic cosmetic and pharmaceutical active agents. The treatment and protection of skin surface requires that certain organic cosmetic and pharmaceutical active agents be delivered slowly and allowed to remain on skin surface for extended ...

06/15/06 - 20060127429 - Topical numbing composition for laser therapy
A method for decreasing patient discomfort and anesthetizing the skin of a patient for a dermatologic laser procedure is described. A composition is also described for topical administration of at least one anesthetic agent to the skin of a patient prior to dermatologic laser application. ...

06/15/06 - 20060127428 - Child recovery system using transfer-type tattoo
A child recovery system utilizing a transfer-type tattoo includes a laminate in series of a decal substrate material, a tattoo design (in negative) releasably disposed over the substrate material, a pressure-sensitive adhesive over and in register with the tattoo design, and a removable release sheet over the adhesive. After removal ...

06/15/06 - 20060127427 - Surface coated abrasive material for cosmetic products
Composite particle comprising a water-soluble abrasive material or core and a shell comprising a coating which is substantially insoluble in aqueous media during storage and prior to use but which becomes substantially water soluble upon activation prior to or during use. Activation may include application of substantially large quantities of ...

06/15/06 - 20060127426 - Cosmetic effervescent cleansing pillow with rupturable packet
A cleansing article is provided which includes an effervescent cleanser composition held within a rupturable packet and the packet is held within a porous receptacle. The effervescent cleanser composition is an intimate mixture of an acid material such as citric acid, an alkaline material such as sodium bicarbonate, and a ...

06/15/06 - 20060127425 - Encapsulated material released to generate perceivable sensorial indicia of discrete event occurrence
Compositions (1) that provide a carrier (2) to covey a plurality of capsules (3) containing materials) (4) released to generate perceivable sensorial indicia discrete event occurrence and which can further provide perceivable sensorial reinforcers as incentives or disincentives to composition use coincident with such discrete events. ...

06/15/06 - 20060127424 - Cosmetic composition
A cosmetic composition comprising a cosmetic base selected from the group consisting of liquid base, paste base and powder base, a perfume ingredient, and polyamide particles wherein the polyamide particles comprise at least either of the porous polyamide particles of the following (1) and (2) shows satisfactory shape retention on ...

06/08/06 - 20060121071 - Stable hydroalcoholic compositions
A hydroalcoholic lotion is disclosed which comprises (a) a lower alcohol and water in a weight ratio of about 35:65 to 100:0, and (b) between at least 0.5% and 8% by weight thickener system comprised of at least one emulsifier present in at least 0.05% by weight wherein the composition ...

06/08/06 - 20060121070 - Dyestuff for keratin fibers
The colorant for keratin fibers contains direct and/or oxidative dyes as well as a perfume system consisting of an encapsulated perfume and an unencapsulated perfume of the same composition. The ratio of encapsulated perfume to unencapsulated perfume is equal to about 0.5:3 to 3:0.5. The perfume system is used for ...

06/01/06 - 20060115505 - Safe, eco-friendly, health protective herbal colours and aroma useful for cosmaceutical applications
The invention relates to a novel safe and eco-friendly health protective and beauty enhancing herbal compositions having various cosmetic applications such as lipsticks, eye shadows, glow-glitters and rouges, said compositions containing colourants from plants of the family Boraginaceae, the invention also provides a method for preparing the said compositions. The ...

06/01/06 - 20060115504 - Cosmetic compositions comprising a fine and porous powder
an apparent specific surface of 1 to 299 m2/g, measured by nitrogen absorption according to the ISO 9277 BET method; a linseed oil absorption of between 45 g/100 g of powder and 160 g/100 g of powder, measured according to ISO 787-5. The mean diameter of the particles of the ...

06/01/06 - 20060115503 - Composition, system and method for treatment of skin
A skin care system and method for treating the signs of aging skin and treating, preventing, and controlling acne is described. The skin care system of the present invention can include combinations of a glycolic cleanser, glycolic scrub mask, glycolic lotion, skin lightening agent, corticosteroid cream, sunscreen and finishing product ...

06/01/06 - 20060115502 - Cosmetic composition based on cirsimarin
The invention relates to the use of the active molecule of formula (I), wherein R═H or R=glucose, for the production of a composition used to activate lipolysis. ...

05/25/06 - 20060110418 - Water-in-oil emulsions and methods
The present invention provides a process for delivery of water nanoclusters of diameter less than about one nanometer to the skin to yield high epidermal permeability and improved delivery of water to within the outer layer of human skin. This invention provides effective water-cluster-based formulations for a broad range of ...

05/25/06 - 20060110417 - Beauty products and methods
A beauty kit including a beauty product having a beauty product identifier, and at least one template having a facial feature including one or more facial feature identifiers arranged in a predetermined pattern. The facial feature identifiers correspond to the beauty product identifier. ...

05/25/06 - 20060110416 - Hydroalcoholic cosmetic compositions
A hydroalcoholic cosmetic composition is provided which when topically applied to the face can shrink skin pores. The composition is focused upon denatured ethyl alcohol utilizing menthol as denaturing agent. Further included in the composition are humectants, preservatives and water. Also described is a method for reducing skin pore size. ...

05/25/06 - 20060110415 - Topical delivery system for cosmetic and pharmaceutical agents
This invention relates to topical compositions containing esters of hydroxy acids and their application in the deep-penetration delivery of beneficial cosmetic and pharmaceutical agents. ...

05/25/06 - 20060110414 - Oily skin preparation for external use
The objective of this invention is to provide an oily external composition for skin having an excellent rough skin recovering/preventing effect, and wherein powder is well dispersed in oil. An oily external composition for skin of this invention is characterized in that comprising a complex powder (the surface of lipophilic ...

05/25/06 - 20060110413 - Novel molecules dervied from noraporphine
The invention concerns novel molecules derived from noraporphine, as well as cosmetic and dermopharmaceutical compositions containing one or several of said derivatives, alone or combined with a plant extract, in particular glaucium flavum, and particularly preparations for reducing pigmentation, with anti-ageing effect or for slimming. ...

05/18/06 - 20060105006 - Use of metalloprotease inhibitors to induce and/or stimulate the growth of head hair or other hairs and/or to slow down their loss
A method for inducing and/or stimulating the growth of hair and/or slowing down hair loss comprising administering an effective amount of at least one metalloprotease inhibitor or any functional biological equivalent thereof and an acceptable carrier therefor. ...

05/18/06 - 20060105005 - Skin care formulation containing whole egg powder
A skin care formulation is provided, the formulation comprises dehydrated whole egg, at least one emollient substance and at least one humectant substance and the dehydrated whole egg is hydrated during the manufacturing process. ...

05/18/06 - 20060105004 - Cosmetic compositions comprising calcium silicates
Disclosed is a fluid cosmetic composition comprising a sebum-absorbing calcium silicate. These cosmetic compositions provide effective, long-lasting facial cosmetic coverage that is highly resistant to the sebum-caused deterioration that results in the discoloration and fading typically experienced by conventional cosmetic compositions after a sustained period of use. The cosmetic composition ...

05/18/06 - 20060105003 - Composition comprising at least one conductive polymer and at least one rigid non-film-forming particle, and processes for the uses thereof
The disclosure relates to a composition comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, (a) at least one rigid non-film-forming particle and (b) at least one conductive polymer. The disclosure also relates to a process for treating keratin fibers, a process for shaping and/or holding the hairstyle, and a process for giving ...

05/18/06 - 20060105002 - Preparation of lactic acid derivatives and their use
The present invention relates to preparing lactic acid derivatives that are useful as odorants and monomers for polymer synthesis. ...

05/11/06 - 20060099232 - Active oxygen eliminator and production method thereof
The object of the present invention is to provide an active oxygen eliminator having high active oxygen elimination effect and can be widely used in foods, drinks, and cosmetics as well as to provide the method for producing the active oxygen eliminator. To this end, the present invention provides an ...

05/11/06 - 20060099231 - Make-up composition for keratin fibres such as eyelashes
The invention relates to a cosmetic make-up composition for keratin fibres. The inventive composition is characterised in that it comprises a non-aqueous solvent medium, at least 3 wt.-% of at least one wax in relation to the total weight of the composition, at most 20 wt.-% of water and/or water-soluble ...

05/04/06 - 20060093636 - Allantoin-containing skin cream
An allantoin-containing skin cream composition can comprise allantoin and at least one anionic or nonionic emulsifier that is substantially hydrophilic and is soluble in water. The composition is in the form of an oil-in-water emulsion. The pH of the composition is in a range of from about 3.0 to about ...

05/04/06 - 20060093635 - Oil-in-water emulsion type cosmetic preparation
The present invention provides an oil-in-water emulsion type cosmetic preparation containing (A) at least one selected from the group consisting of ester compounds which are reaction products of ditrimethylolpropane with fatty acid, polycondensates of ditrimethylolpropane with polycarboxylic acid, polycondensates of the ester compound with polycarboxylic acid, polycondensates of fatty acid ...

05/04/06 - 20060093634 - Personal care compositions and concentrates for making the same
The present invention relates to color stable personal care compositions that provide anti-oxidiation, moisturization, and/or prevent biodegradation in personal care formulations. These compositions contain erythorbic acid or a salt thereof, caffeic acid or a salt thereof, δ-gluconolactone, or a mixture thereof. The present invention further relates to methods of moisturizing ...

05/04/06 - 20060093633 - Cosmetic and/or dermatological preparation comprising 2,3-dibenzylbutyrolactones
Cosmetic and/or dermatological preparation containing one or more 2,3-dibenzylbutyrolactone derivatives and/or their glycosides besides optionally additional cosmetic and/or dermatological active ingredients, auxiliary agents, and additives. ...

04/27/06 - 20060088562 - Cosmetic compositions
A cosmetic composition having improved transfer resistance comprising: a) from about 0.1-60% by weight of trimethylated silica, b) from about 0.1-60% by weight of a volatile solvent having a viscosity of 0.5 to 100 centipoise at 25° C., c) 0.1-60% by weight of a nonvolatile oil having a viscosity of ...

04/27/06 - 20060088561 - Pharmaceutical composition for topical application
A pharmaceutical or cosmetic carrier or composition for topical application characterized by rheological properties which render the carrier or composition semi-solid at rest and a liquid upon application of shear forces thereto. The composition or carrier are prepared by mixing 1-25 percent of a solidifying agent and 75-99 percent of ...

04/27/06 - 20060088560 - Cosmetic use of mangiferin
The present invention concerns a cosmetic use of mangiferin, or one of its isomers or derivatives, in particular a plant extract containing mangiferin, for example a leaf extract of Aphloia or Mangifera, for preventing and/or reducing the effects caused by heat stress on the skin, lips or hair. ...

04/27/06 - 20060088559 - Method for producing anis alcohol
The present invention relates to a method for the preparation of anisalcohol (methoxybenzyl alcohol) by hydrogenation of anisaldehyde (methoxybenzaldehyde) in the presence of Raney nickel and a basic additive, the use of the anisalcohol and hygiene or care products containing anisalcohol. ...

04/20/06 - 20060083762 - Uses of compositions comprising electrophilic monomers and micro-particles or nanoparticles
The present disclosure relates to methods for treating keratin materials, including keratin fibers such as the hair, of a composition comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least one electrophilic monomer and microparticles or nanoparticles. ...

04/20/06 - 20060083761 - Personal care compositions comprising visible beads, cationic polymer, and surfactant
Personal care compositions comprise visible beads, cationic polymer, and surfactant. The visible beads in the personal care compositions can be utilized to provide an aesthetically pleasing appearance to the product. The visible beads can also be utilized to encapsulate and deliver skin benefit agents to the skin or hair. The ...

04/20/06 - 20060083760 - Preparation of oil-in-water emulsions stabilised with recombinant collagen-like material and related products
The invention provides oil-in-water emulsions comprising recombinant collagen-like polymer in an amount sufficient to act as stabiliser of the emulsion. The polymer is especially a polypeptide which is free of helix structure, has an isoelectric point at least 0.5 pH units removed from the pH of the oil-in-water emulsion. Furthermore, ...

04/13/06 - 20060078582 - Use of compositions for treating rosacea
Rosacea is treated with a composition comprising an antimicrobial and at least one of an anti-inflammatory and a non-retinoid inhibitor of at least one of NF-KB, AP-1, MMPs, adhesion molecules, TLRs, and CD14. The composition may further comprise a retinoid. ...

04/13/06 - 20060078581 - Oily gel composition
Oily gel compositions which contain at least one member of specific N-acyl-L-glutamic acid dialkylamides (component A), at least one member of polyhydric alcohol compounds (component B), and an oily substrate (component C), in which the ratio by weight of (component A)/(component B) is from 1/3 to 1/990, may be prepared ...

04/13/06 - 20060078580 - Organo-gel formulations for therapeutic applications
A composition suitable for the local delivery of cosmetic and/or pharmaceutical agents into the skin containing at least two biocompatible organic solvents, a polar lipid, a surfactant, water, urea and a thickener wherein the organic solvents include an ester and a dihydric and/or polyhydric alcohol is provided. Also disclosed are ...

04/13/06 - 20060078579 - Organo-gel formulations for therapeutic applications
A composition suitable for the local delivery of cosmetic and/or pharmaceutical agents into the skin containing at least two biocompatible organic solvents, a polar lipid, a surfactant, water, urea and a thickener wherein the organic solvents include an ester and a dihydric and/or polyhydric alcohol is provided. Also disclosed are ...

04/13/06 - 20060078578 - Cosmetic compositions with montmorillonite stabilizing agent
A stabilized film forming cosmetic composition comprising a stabilizing effective amount of dispersed non-quaternary montmorillonite mineral and a film forming effective amount of a film forming component, and a method for compatibilizing ingredients in long wearing or transfer resistant cosmetic compositions by formulating such compositions with a non-quaternary montmorillonite mineral. ...

04/13/06 - 20060078577 - Organo-gel formulations for therapeutic applications
A composition suitable for the local delivery of cosmetic and/or pharmaceutical agents into the skin containing at least two biocompatible organic solvents, a polar lipid, a surfactant, water, urea and a thickener wherein the organic solvents include an ester and a dihydric and/or polyhydric alcohol is provided. Also disclosed are ...

04/13/06 - 20060078576 - Method for producing hydronycarboxylic acid esters
The invention relates to mixtures of mono-, di-, and tri-esters of hydroxycarboxylic acids and to a process for producing them. The hydroxycarboxylic acid is preferably citric acid. In the disclosed process, hydroxycarboxylic acids or salts thereof are reacted with a mixture of alcohols corresponding to general formulae (I) R1—OH and ...

04/06/06 - 20060073178 - Method and composition for restoration of age related tissue loss in the face or selected areas of the body
A treatment method for restoring of age related tissue loss in the face or selected areas of the body is disclosed which includes injecting an injectable composition containing a growth factor and hyaluronic acid as a carrier into the dermis, the hypodermis, or both, in various areas of the face, ...

04/06/06 - 20060073177 - Gel composition
(B) at least one oily base, can be obtained in the form of a translucent to milky white, creamy to solid gel, with an attractive appearance. When employed in aromatic cosmetic compositions such as cosmetics, such gel compositions yield an aromatic cosmetic product that does not produce a clammy or ...

04/06/06 - 20060073176 - Water-soluble composition containing coenzyme q10
A water-soluble composition comprising (A) coenzyme Q10 of 5-40% by weight, (B) monoester of polyglycerol with average polymerization degree of 10 and fatty acid with 18 carbon atoms of 5-30% by weight, (C) mono-, di-, tri- or penta-ester of polyglycerol with average polymerization degree of 3-6 and fatty acid with ...

03/30/06 - 20060067963 - Gel compositions and methods of producing same
Gel compositions and methods of synthesis thereof. The present invention discloses and describes a stable polymeric gel that exhibits highly desirable characteristics, including long term stability over a large temperature range while at the same time including volatile organic compounds into the gel. The gels of the present invention preferably ...

03/30/06 - 20060067962 - Skin cooling compositions
The present invention relates to an applicator and method for cooling skin. The applicator includes a substrate and a skin cooling composition that is attached to the substrate. In some embodiments, the skin cooling composition includes water, alcohol, a surfactant and a water dispersible silicone. As used herein, a water ...

03/30/06 - 20060067961 - Skin cooling compositions
In some embodiments, the present invention relates to skin cooling compositions and methods for preparing skin cooling compositions. The skin cooling compositions provide immediate cooling of the skin as well as longer term cooling of the skin. In some embodiments, the cooling composition includes water, alcohol, a surfactant and a ...

03/30/06 - 20060067960 - Color cosmetic compositions
Cosmetic compositions containing at least one homopolymer or random copolymer obtained from the polymerization of nonpolar hydrocarbon diene monomers. ...

03/30/06 - 20060067959 - Compositions and methods for treatment of solar damage
An improved composition for treatment of the skin comprises: (1) methionine and cysteine in a quantity sufficient to accelerate restoration of the integrity and fullness of the skin; (2) a mixture of essential amino acids in a quantity sufficient to accelerate restoration of the integrity and fullness of the skin, ...

03/30/06 - 20060067958 - Pharmaceutical topical gel compositions
Topical alcoholic gel compositions containing dissolved pharmaceutical actives, which, in their preferred form, have excellent clarity. The alcoholic gel contains less than 20% w/w water, and uses hydroxypropylcellulose and non-neutralized, partially neutralized, or fully neutralized acrylic acid-based polymer as effective synergistic gelling system, and diols and/or triols as an optional ...

03/30/06 - 20060067957 - Self-heating cosmetic products
The invention refers to cosmetic products having a self-warming effect. The composition is substantially water-free and contains 0.1 to 40% by weight of a hydrophilic aluminum-rich zeolite with a pore size in the range of 0.3 to 0.5 nm, 1 to 99% by weight of a disperse oil phase, 0.1 ...

03/30/06 - 20060067956 - Interface stabilisation of a product with 2 or more phases with a protein-polysaccharide complex
The present invention concerns a product taken from the group consisting of a foam, an emulsion, a foamed emulsion, a dispersed emulsion and a foamed dispersion, wherein the interface water-air, water-oil or water-solid comprises a complex formed instantaneously by the mixture of at least a protein (or peptide) and at ...

03/23/06 - 20060062814 - Oral compositions which mask the salty taste of salts
An oral composition or dentifrice containing a salt, such as for example, sodium bicarbonate, a zinc salt, or a strontium salt, wherein the salty taste ordinarily imparted by the salt is completely or partially masked by the combination of effective amounts of an ion-channel competitor, an initial sweetener and a ...

03/23/06 - 20060062813 - Flavor deterioration inhibitor and inhibitor for the generation of citral deterioration smell
A flavor deterioration inhibitor which comprises an extract obtained by extracting Angelica keiskei, avocado, Cassia tora, Plantago asiatica L, hawthorn, fermented tea leaves or semi-fermented tea leaves with water, an organic polar solvent or a mixture thereof; and a deterioration smell inhibitor for citral or a citral-containing product. By adding ...

03/16/06 - 20060057170 - Oil-in-water emulsion containing fillers
A composition for topical application in the form of an oil-in-water emulsion containing an oily phase dispersed in an aqueous phase, the globules of oily phase of which have a mean diameter ranging from 50 to 200 nm, prepared without introduction of mechanical or thermal energy and exhibiting good stability ...

03/16/06 - 20060057169 - Topical anhydrous delivery system for antioxidants
This invention relates to an anhydrous composition comprising an antioxidant comprising over 40% by weight of hydrolysable tannins having molecular-weight of less than 1,000 and a substantially anhydrous or non-aqueous liquid vehicle functioning to disperse the antioxidant. The composition is suitable as cosmetic composition and/or therapeutic and/or prophylactic composition and/or ...

03/09/06 - 20060051383 - Preparation, in particular cosmetic preparation, and the production and use thereof
A preparation, in particular a cosmetic preparation, in the form of a workable paste which is present in the form of a W/O emulsion and which is suitable for cosmetic uses, in particular in the area of decorative cosmetics for coloring and improving the skin, the lips and the eyelids. ...

03/09/06 - 20060051382 - Compositions for body hairs and/or head hair
Compositions which can be applied to body hairs or head hair, comprising an aqueous suspension of magnetic latex microspheres and of colloidal nanoparticles of magnetic pigment. ...

03/02/06 - 20060045896 - Topical compositions comprising benfotiamine and pyridoxamine
The present invention provides a composition comprising an effective amount of benfotiamine and an effective amount of pyridoxamine in a suitable vehicle for topical application. The present compositions are useful in improving the appearance of aged skin characterized by wrinkles, loss of elasticity, and hyperpigmentation caused by chronoaging and/or photoaging ...

03/02/06 - 20060045895 - Cosmetic composition comprising a polymer particle dispersion and a pigment dispersion
The present invention relates to a composition, especially a cosmetic composition, for caring for or making up the skin and/or integuments and/or the lips, which may be in the form of a cast product comprising a physiologically acceptable medium containing at least one liquid fatty phase, a colloidal dispersion of ...

03/02/06 - 20060045894 - Compound for neck skin firming
A topical compound for reducing sagging or wrinkles in the neck area of human skin. The compound includes safe and effective amounts of a mild topical astringent (such as Camphor) for skin tightening, a topical antispasmodic (such as benzyl cinnamate) for skin smoothing, and a topical skin irritant to increase ...

03/02/06 - 20060045893 - Long-wearing cosmetic compositions
A composition, a method for using said composition and a packaging system for said composition to significantly improve the appearance and feel of long wearing film-forming basecoats wherein said composition is a multi-layer cosmetic composition comprising: (a) a first composition, transfer-resistant, film-forming basecoat formulated to be applied to keratinous tissue ...

03/02/06 - 20060045892 - Cosmetic compositions
wherein R1 is selected from —OH and C1-C3 alkyl OH; and R2, R3, R4, R5 and R6 are independently selected from —H, —OH, C1-C6 alkyl, and C3-C6 cycloalkyl. The active material should contain no more than five —OH groups. Preferred active materials include 1,2-cyclohexanediol, 1,3-cyclohexanediol, 1,4-cyclohexanediol, 1,2,3-cyclohexanetriol, 1,3,5-cyclohexanetriol, and mixtures ...

02/23/06 - 20060039939 - Associative thickeners for aqueous systems
Thiocarbonate compounds which, in one embodiment, are utilized as a rheology modifier or associative thickener. The thiocarbonate compounds thicken or increase the viscosity of a composition, preferably an aqueous composition when used in an effective amount. In one preferred embodiment, the thiocarbonate compounds include at least one hydrophilic group containing ...

02/23/06 - 20060039938 - Cosmetic method of caring for greasy skin
The present invention relates to a cosmetic method of caring for greasy skin by topical application to the skin of a composition containing, in a physiologically acceptable medium suitable for topical application to the skin and containing an aqueous phase: (a) porous particles having an average diameter by volume of ...

02/23/06 - 20060039937 - Composition having antioxidant properties
with the proviso that at least one of the radicals R1 to R4 is a radical of the formula II. ...

02/23/06 - 20060039936 - Emulsification system for use in cosmetics
Disclosed are cosmetic compositions containing water, at least one non-polar and/or polar oil, and an emulsification system comprising a polyoxyethylene oxide C12-C24 fatty acid ester; a sucrose fatty acid ester of vegetable origin, and a glyceryl and/or sorbitan C12-C24 fatty acid ester, and methods of making and using the compositions. ...

02/23/06 - 20060039935 - Composition of a transdermal delivery system, which modulates inflammation, via insitu systems, thereby promoting repair of injured, damaged or diseased joints, and soft tissue.
The present invention relates to a composition comprising a mixture of nutritional co-factors synergistically combined and applied as a transdermal surfactant. Said surfactant has the ability to introduce locally, required nutrients that modulate chronic or acute inflammation, thereby promoting the systemic repair of joint and soft tissue damage, with concomitant ...

02/23/06 - 20060039934 - Compositions comprising encapsulated material
A composition such as a water-based consumer product comprises material (e.g. perfume) encapsulated within shell capsules, each capsule comprising an encapsulating wall having an inner surface and an outer surface, with a coating on the inner surface and/or outer surface of the she