Abstract:
Compositions suitable for cosmetic and/or dermatological use which contain a cosmetic and/or dermatological active agent, at least 20% of a fatty phase, a fatty acid ester of a C.sub.5 -C.sub.7 carbohydrate and polyol.
Abstract:
The invention provides unique cosmetic compositions containing at least two different pigment types and a carrier, the pigments of different types being physically separated from each other in individual capsules within the carrier. Compositions of the invention provide vibrant color to the skin, but without the ashiness typical of compositions containing traditional pigment grinds.
Abstract:
A composition in the form of a water-in-oil emulsion containing fibers, at least one silicone surfactant and at least one clay. The composition may be used, for example, for caring for, treating, making up or cleansing the skin, the lips, the eyelashes and/or the hair.
Abstract:
A synegistic system based on a phosphonic acid derivative and on a metabisulphite, for stabilizing ascorbic acid. The invention also relates to compositions, in particular cosmetic and dermatological compositions, containing ascorbic acid and this stabilizing system, and to the use of these compositions in the cosmetics and/or dermatological fields.
Abstract:
A composition for topical application is provided containing ascorbic acid and at least one polyol, the latter being present in an effective quantity to obtain a water activity value of the composition which is lower than or equal to 0.85, and at least one structuring agent chosen from polymers and oils, with a view to stabilizing the ascorbic acid. In such a composition ascorbic acid retains its effectiveness over the course of time. The composition obtained can be employed for treating and/or caring for the skin.
Abstract:
The invention relates to a composition containing fibers and a copolymer comprising carboxylate groups and polydimethylsiloxane groups. The composition according to the invention may especially constitute a care or make-up composition for keratin materials such as the skin, including the scalp, the lips of the face and integuments, for instance the eyelashes, the eyebrows, the nails and the hair. The invention also relates to the use of a copolymer comprising carboxylate groups and polydimethylsiloxane groups in a composition containing fibers to ensure a homogeneous dispersion of the fibers in the composition and to stabilize the composition.
Abstract:
A composition in the form of a water/oil/water triple emulsion comprising an outer aqueous phase and an oily phase constituting, with an inner aqueous phase, a W/O primary emulsion, the outer aqueous phase comprising, in combination, an emulsifying copolymer of carboxylic acid with a fatty chain, and a crosslinked poly(acrylamidomethylpropane-sulfonic acid). The emulsion remains stable, even in the presence of an acidic active agent, and is particularly appropriate as vehicle for water-sensitive and/or oxygen-sensitive active agents, in particular in a cosmetic or dermatological composition. The active agent can be, in particular, a vitamin, such as ascorbic acid or retinol, an enzyme and an .alpha.- or .beta.-hydroxy acid. The emulsion obtained can constitute, in particular, a composition for cleaning and/or treating and/or protecting the skin and/or mucous membranes and/or keratinous fibers.
Abstract:
A cosmetic or dermatological composition is described that includes, as moisturizing agent, a polydimethylsiloxane containing glucoside groups of formula (I): ##STR1## The composition has long-lasting skin moisturization properties. A method is also described for moisturizing the skin and for treating dry skin.
Abstract:
An emulsion comprising an oily phase dispersed in an aqueous phase with the aid of a silicone emulsifying agent, the oily phase comprising at least 50% by weight of silicone oil and the aqueous phase containing at least one polyol in a quantity which imparts a water activity value to the emulsion of .ltoreq.0.85.
Abstract:
A composition in the form of an oil-in-water emulsion comprising, in a physiologically acceptable medium, an oily phase dispersed in an aqueous phase, characterized in that it contains fibers and a surfactant system comprising at least one glyceryl ester of a C8-C24 fatty acid and at least one polyethylene glycol ester of a C8-C24 fatty acid. The composition obtained has very good stability and can in particular constitute a cosmetic composition. The invention also relates to the use of the said composition, in particular for caring for, treating, making up or cleansing the skin, the lips, the eyelashes and/or the hair.