139 results about "Cosmetic vehicle" patented technology

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 a hydrophobic solvent, by weight, wherein at least one of them has therapeutic or cosmetic benefits, in the presence or absence of a biologically active substance.

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 a hydrophobic solvent, by weight, wherein at least one of them has therapeutic or cosmetic benefits, in the presence or absence of a biologically active substance.

The present patent application relates to an agent for the coloring of keratin fibers based on oxidative dye precursors and / or direct-penetrating dyes, that contains a combination of at least one cationic hydroxyethyl cellulose and at least one acrylate copolymer in a suitable cosmetic carrier as well as a multicomponent-kit for the coloring of keratin fibers.

Cosmetic methods of skin lightening using coumarin derivatives of formula I as skin lightening agents alone or in combination with other skin benefit agents and together with a cosmetic vehicle: Where each or both R1 and / or R2 represents hydrogen; linear or branched C1-C18 alkyl, alkenyl, cycloalkyl, cycloalkenyl, hydroxyalkyl, hydroxyalkenyl, acyl, cycloacyl, or alkoxy groups;Each or both R3 and / or R4, which may be connected by a single or double carbon-carbon bond (shown as a dotted line), represents hydrogen; linear or branched C1-C18 alkyl, alkenyl, alkoxy, cycloalkyl, or cycloalkenyl group; andEach or both R5 and / or R6 represents a hydrogen atom, OH, C1-C4 acyl group, C1-C4 alkyl group, O—CO—R7, O—COO—R8 group, mesyl group or tosyl group, where each or both R7 and / or R8 represents hydrogen; linear or branched C1-C18 alkyl, alkenyl, hydroxyalkyl, hydroxyalkenyl, acyl, cycloacyl, or alkoxy groups.

Cosmetic compositions and methods, particularly for skin lightening, using compound and derivatives of general formula I and / or II as skin lightening agents alone or in combination with other skin benefit agents and together with a cosmetic vehicle:Where each R, independently, represents a hydrogen atom, C1–C4 acyl group, or C1–C4 alkyl group. Preferably, the compound is 4-hydroxyphenylpyruvate, i.e., where each R in the formula I is Hydrogen.

Cosmetic compositions and methods, particularly for skin lightening, using 7-hydroxy-2-phenyl coumarin and derivatives of general formula I as skin lightening agents alone or in combination with other skin benefit agents and together with a cosmetic vehicle:Where R1 and / or R2 may be positioned at the 1-, 2-, 3-, 5-, and / or 6-positions on the phenyl ring. Each or both R1 and / or R2 represents a hydrogen atom, OH, C1–C4 acyl group, or C1–C4 alkyl group; andR represents a hydrogen atom, C1–C4 acyl group, or C1–C4 alkyl group.

The present invention is directed to an integrated process and system for cosmetic vehicle repair. The invention provides a process and a system to produce repair formulas, repair estimates, and repair scheduling. The present invention is particularly directed to a process and a system for repairing coating defect of a vehicle.

A method for dyeing keratin-containing fibers, in particular, human hair comprising the steps of: (A) contacting the hair with a dyeing composition, comprising color-imparting components for a contact time Z1; (B) rinsing the hair a to remove the dying composition; (C) optionally drying the rinsed hair; (D) contacting at least a portion of the hair from step (B) or (C) with a lightening or nuancing agent comprising, in a cosmetic carrier, at least one thickener, hydrogen peroxide and at least one alkalinizing agent for a contact time Z2; and (E) rinsing the hair to remove the adjusting agent; wherein the dyeing composition comprises a color-imparting component comprising, (a) at least two oxidation dye precursors, where at least one oxidation dye precursor must be of the developer type or (b) at least two oxo dye precursors, where at least one oxo dye precursor must be a reactive carbonyl compound. The method ensures a uniform lightening of keratin-containing fibers dyed with dyeing compositions, and produces uniform and natural-looking, lightened color reflections over the entire head hair area.

Optically-activated particles for use in cosmetic preparations. The optically-activated particles include a plurality of substrate particles selected from the group consisting of nylons, acrylics, polyesters, other plastic polymers, natural materials, regenerated cellulose, metals and minerals; an optical brightener chemically bonded to each of the plurality of substrate particles to form integral units in the form of optically-activated particles for diffusing light to reduce the visual perception of skin imperfections, including cellulite, shadows, skin discolorations, and wrinkles; and each of the optically-activated particles are encapsulated with a UV transparent coating to increase the diffusion light to further reduce the visual perception of the skin imperfections. The encapsulated optically-activated particles are able to absorb ultraviolet radiation and emit visible light; and the encapsulated optically-activated particles are able to both scatter and absorb light in a diffuse manner in order to reduce the visual perception of skin imperfections, including cellulite, wrinkles, shadows, and skin discolorations, when the optically-activated particles are applied to the skin surface. The encapsulated optically-activated particles are used in the making of cosmetic preparations such as skin lotions, creams, shampoos, body and skin rinses, bath gels, soaps, hair conditioners, color conditioners and rinses, hair color solutions, foundation powders (compressed or loose), tooth pastes, oral rinses, and any acceptable cosmetic vehicle or medium.

The present invention provides biodegradable polyesters based on lower hydroxy acids and hydroxy fatty acids. The resulting polyesters are useful as cosmetic vehicles for sunscreens, skin lotions and by themselves are also useful as milder skin exfoliants.

Compositions, methods, and kits for cosmetically producing a tanned appearance in desired areas of skin. The composition includes a self-tanning agent together with intimately admixed naturally-occurring fluorescent materials in a cosmetic carrier. Without prolonged exposure to intense solar or artificial radiation, applying the self-tanning agent imparts a tanned appearance which develops several hours to a day after application. The fluorescent materials absorb at one frequency, and emit at another visible frequency. The admixture of self-tanning agent and fluorescent materials allows application of the self-tanning agent selectively to desired areas of the skin. A light source which emits at the absorbing frequency of the fluorescent materials may be provided together with the compositions in kit form. By illuminating the skin after the composition has been applied and before the self-tanning agent develops its color, any coverage of undesired areas may be easily removed, and any desired areas which were unintentionally untreated may be detected and subject to reapplication.

Cosmetic compositions and methods, particularly for skin lightening, using N-acylbenzothiazolone compound and derivatives of general formula I as skin lightening agents alone or in combination with other skin benefit agents and together with a cosmetic vehicle:Where R represents a hydrogen atom, C1-C4 acyl group, or C1-C4 alkyl group. Preferably, the compound is 3-propionylbenzothiazol-2-one, i.e. where R in the formula I is C1 alkyl group.

Cosmetic products for treating keratin fibers, especially human hair, containing, in a cosmetic carrier, at least one starch compound, at least 0.01% by weight of a (C8 to C20) monocarboxylic acid compound of formula (I),wherein R is a (C7 to C19) alkyl group, Mn+ is a cation of n valency and n is 1, 2 or 3 (especially 2), and at least one blowing agent, wherein the products can be dispensed from an aerosol container without the valve excessively clogging up or being blocked.

Disclosed are cosmetic toner formulations and methods for their use comprising botanical plant extracts and a cosmetic vehicle.

Disclosed is a topical skin cleanser comprising Silybum marianum fruit extract, Momordica grosvenorii fruit extract, and a cosmetic vehicle comprising at least 50% by weight of the composition of water and disodium EDTA, glycerin, phenoxyethanol, triethanolamine, 3-Iodo-2-propynyl butyl carbamate, and benzyl alcohol.

A skin lightening composition for lightening the natural skin color of a user, and for treating disorders of hyperpigmentation. The active ingredient is methyl sulfonyl methane (MSM), a naturally occurring sulfur compound which may be safely administered topically or orally and which is highly effective for decreasing the ratio of dark melanin to light melanin, and thereby lightening the skin color of a user. The skin lightening composition additionally comprises a liquid solution or a cosmetic carrier such as a cream, a lotion, or a gel, for ease of topical application. Additionally, the skin lightening composition is provided in liquid or solid form for oral ingestion. Topical preparations of the skin lightening composition contain MSM in an amount equal to approximately 1 to 20 weight percent MSM relative to the weight of the entire composition. Orally ingestible preparations of the skin lightening composition contain approximately 200 mg to 5000 mg MSM per serving.

The present invention is a convenient-to-use cosmetic compact of increased stability, comprising a base, a cosmetic article carrier disposed within the base and a cap. With respect to the base, the cap is sometimes capable of translational movement and sometimes capable of rotational movement, but the cap can only perform one type of motion at a time. The type of movement that the cap may execute, depends on the relative orientation of the cap and base. There is one exception to this rule. There is exactly one orientation of the cap with respect to the base from which the user may execute either translation or rotation, but not both simultaneously.Translation of the cap with respect to the base causes translation of the cosmetic article carrier, either toward the bottom or toward the top of the base. In contrast, rotation of the cap with respect to the base does not affect the position of the cosmetic article carrier. Preferably, the cap is capable of rotating at least 180°.A selective rotation mechanism decouples translational motion of the cap from rotational motion of the cap. Thus, compound movement of the cap, with respect to the base, is not possible. Inadvertent movement of the carrier is eliminated, because when the device is in an orientation for use, translational movement of the carrier is prohibited. This feature creates greater stability during use. The device may be operated with one fluid motion by the user.

The present invention is a convenient-to-use cosmetic compact of increased stability, comprising a base, a cosmetic article carrier disposed within the base and a cap. With respect to the base, the cap is sometimes capable of translational movement and sometimes capable of rotational movement, but the cap can only perform one type of motion at a time. The type of movement that the cap may execute, depends on the relative orientation of the cap and base. There is one exception to this rule. There is exactly one orientation of the cap with respect to the base from which the user may execute either translation or rotation, but not both simultaneously.Translation of the cap with respect to the base causes translation of the cosmetic article carrier, either toward the bottom or toward the top of the base. In contrast, rotation of the cap with respect to the base does not affect the position of the cosmetic article carrier. Preferably, the cap is capable of rotating at least 180°.A selective rotation mechanism decouples translational motion of the cap from rotational motion of the cap. Thus, compound movement of the cap, with respect to the base, is not possible. Inadvertent movement of the carrier is eliminated, because when the device is in an orientation for use, translational movement of the carrier is prohibited. This feature creates greater stability during use. The device may be operated with one fluid motion by the user.

The invention discloses a traditional Chinese medicine extract and massage cream prepared from the extract. The extract is prepared by the following active ingredients in parts by weight: 9-15 parts of cassia twig, 2-11 parts of corydalis yanhusuo, 5-9 parts of radix achyranthis bidentatae, 2-6 parts of safflower carthamus, 7-11 parts of tinospora stem, 2-6 parts of radix angelicae sinensis, 7-11 parts of kadsura root-bark, 4-11 parts of obscured homalomenarhizome, 2-11 parts of olibanum, 5-15 parts of longtube groundivy herb, 3-10 parts of myrrh, 4-13 parts of cortex erythrinae, 4-11 parts of mulberry twig, 5-14 parts of fructus viticis, 2-8 parts of radix curcuma, and 2-8 parts of otopterygium root. The massage cream is prepared by the following steps of preparing the traditional Chinese medicine extract according to the traditional Chinese medicine 'assistant and guide' theory, mixing or grinding the active ingredients of the traditional Chinese medicine, extracting and concentrating by adopting the existing industry method to obtain concentrated solution with relative density of 1.05-1.10, and blending with other cosmetic carriers to obtain the massage cream. The traditional Chinese medicine extract and massage cream prepared thereby has the effects of dispelling wind and cold, relaxing muscles and tendons and dredging collaterals, can relieve the discomfort symptoms of limp and numb, pain, swell, dysfunction and the like at soft tissue injury parts.

A cleaning cosmetic composition includes, in a cosmetic carrier, a) at least one anionic surfactant (A), b) at least one amphoteric surfactant (B), c) at least one C2-C4 mono- and / or dialkanolamide (C) of at least one C8-C24 carboxylic acid, d) at least one native oil (D), and e) at least one cationic Polysaccharide (E), characterized in that i) the weight ratio of the anionic surfactant (A) to alkanolamide (C) is 15:1 to 7:1, and ii) the weight ratio of the amphoteric surfactant (B) to alkanolamide (C) is 12:1 to 5:1.

A perfluorinated oil-in-water biliquid foam is provided as a vehicle for delivering cosmetics and active agents while producing a refreshing and unique contact with the skin, and enhancing the aroma of fragrances within the foam. The biliquid foam contains an oil phase perfluorinated solvent, surfactants, co-solvents, and oil-based ingredients such as aromatic extracts, and a water phase with anionic or hydrophilic surfactants. The biliquid foam may be made by gradually increasing addition of the oil phase to the water phase under moderate mixing conditions. Various other auxillary cosmetic and non-cosmetic components such as vitamins, anti-oxidants, stabilizers, thickeners, dyes, moisturizers, and preservatives may be added to the biliquid foam as well.

Anhydrous cosmetic antiperspirant stick compositions containing a continuous phase of a water-immiscible cosmetic oil structured by a fibre-forming amido structurant can exhibit undesirable sensory properties when 12-hydroxy-stearic acid is employed as primary gellant and the preparation of sick compositions suffers from sever processing difficulties when certain of such amido structurants are employed as primary gellant. Stick compositions having desirable sensory properties can be made by employing as primary gellant, a combination of amido structurants comprising (i) an N-acylaminoacid amide in which the N-acyl substituent has the formula -CO-R<X >in which R<X >represents a branched C6 to C11 alkyl group and (ii) an N-acylaminoacid amide in which the N-acyl substituent contains a linear alkyl group and the cosmetic carrier oil comprising from 25 to 50% by weight of a water-immiscible monohydric alcohol that is liquid at 20° C. and a boiling point of higher than 100° C.

Hair treatment agents include at least one propylene glycol diester and specific polymers based on protein hydrolysates. A composition for the treatment of keratin fibers includes, in a cosmetic carrier, a total of 0.01 to 5.0 wt. %, relative to the entire composition, of at least one propylene glycol diester of formula (I), in which R1 and R2 independently represent a group selected from among at least one linear saturated or unsaturated, branched saturated or unsaturated, and cyclic saturated or unsaturated C6 to C 30 hydrocarbon group and / or a phenyl or a benzyl group optionally substituted with C1 to C4 alkyl groups and / or hydroxy groups and mixtures thereof, and a total of 0.001 to 5.0 wt. %, relative to the entire composition, of at least one polymer, said polymer being composed of at least one protein hydrolysate and at least one silane.

The invention provides a method for preparing a liposome, and relates to preparation of a drug carrier and a cosmetic carrier. The preparation comprises: step 1, adding an organic solvent in a container meeting medical requirements; step 2, adding a film forming material and a fat soluble medicine in the container; step3, fully dissolving the materials in the container by stirring or reflux heating; step 4, adding microspheres in the container; step 5, rotating and waterbath heating the container, vacuum pumping the container, and removing the organic solvent by evaporation to form a fat layer on the inner wall of the container and the surfaces of the microspheres; step 6, further drying the formed fat layer; and step 7, adding a water phase or medicine-containing water phase, so that the fat layer forms the liposome and falls off the inner wall of the container and the surfaces of the microspheres. The method has the advantages of simple and effective preparation process, low cost, obviously higher attachment area of the fat layer compared with the prior art and the realization of the industrialization in the preparation of the liposome, and the size of the microspheres can be changed so as to generate the various liposome, so that the method has wide adaptability.

Agents and methods are provided for coloring and / or lightening keratinic fibers. In one embodiment, an agent for coloring and / or lightening keratinic fibers includes, in a cosmetic carrier, (a) one or more oxidation dye precursors, (b) ammonia, (c) one or more ethoxylated fatty alcohols having a degree of ethoxylation from 80 to 120, and (d) one or more zwitterionic polymers. The agent contains no carbonates.

A method for dyeing keratin-containing fibers, in particular, human hair comprising the steps of: (A) contacting the hair with a dyeing composition, comprising color-imparting components for a contact time Z1; (B) rinsing the hair a to remove the dying composition; (C) optionally drying the rinsed hair; (D) contacting at least a portion of the hair from step (B) or (C) with a lightening or nuancing agent comprising, in a cosmetic carrier, at least one thickener, hydrogen peroxide and at least one alkalinizing agent for a contact time Z2; and (E) rinsing the hair to remove the adjusting agent; wherein the dyeing composition comprises a color-imparting component comprising,(a) at least two oxidation dye precursors, where at least one oxidation dye precursor must be of the developer type or(b) at least two oxo dye precursors, where at least one oxo dye precursor must be a reactive carbonyl compound.The method ensures a uniform lightening of keratin-containing fibers dyed with dyeing compositions, and produces uniform and natural-looking, lightened color reflections over the entire head hair area.

Agent for lightening keratinic fibers, particularly human hair, wherein the agent contains, in a cosmetic carrier, at least one oxidizing agent chosen from hydrogen peroxide and / or a solid addition product thereof with organic or inorganic compounds, and at least one sulfonimine of formula (I)—

Agent for lightening keratin fibers, particularly human hair. The agent for lightening keratin fibers contains at least one cationic phthalimide of formula (I) in addition to an oxidant in a cosmetic carrier.

The present invention provides biodegradable polyesters based on lower hydroxy acids and hydroxy fatty acids. The resulting polyesters are useful as cosmetic vehicles for sunscreens, skin lotions and by themselves are also useful as milder skin exfoliants.