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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7820152 | Shave gel composition containing glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer Disclosed is a shaving composition in the form of a post-foaming gel that contains a glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer. In particular the shaving composition comprises, in percent by weight, about 60% to about 93%, preferably about 70% to about 85%, water, ab... | 10/26/2010 |
| 7811553 | Molded shaving aid compositions, components and methods of manufacture Razors and components thereof are provided, as well as methods of making such. ... | 10/12/2010 |
| 7608252 | Shave gel composition containing polyglyceryl ester surfactant Disclosed is a shaving composition in the form of a post-foaming gel that contains a polyglyceryl fatty ester surfactant. In particular the shaving composition comprises, in percent by weight, about 60% to about 93%, preferably about 70% to about 85%, water, about 2... | 10/27/2009 |
| 7527784 | Water washable hair removal (depilatory) compositions Cosmetic hair removal (depilatory) compositions that provide complete hair removal in a single step and easy clean-up with water are disclosed. These viscous compositions are made of a mixture of a water soluble hair binding agent, a water soluble cross-linking agen... | 05/05/2009 |
| 7507400 | Water soluble depilatory having extended shelf life A depilatory for removal of body hair wherein a water soluble hot melt adhesive blend is coated onto a substrate and then cut and sized for use by the end user for the removal of body hair, the utilization of a water soluble or dispersable adhesive blend on the subs... | 03/24/2009 |
| 7404949 | Methods and compositions useful to prevent in-grown hair arising from shaving A method and composition is provided for managing in-grown hair which involves applying to those areas malonic acid or a salt thereof in a carrier. The method and composition allows for comfortable shaving of skin by minimizing the problem of in-grown hair. ... | 07/29/2008 |
| 7354573 | Shaving, after-shave, and skin conditioning compositions A skin care composition comprising about 20% to about 85% by weight water, about 2% to about 40% by weight stearic acid and about 2% to about 40% by weight glycerin, diglycerin, grapeseed oil or a combination thereof is described. The composition is particularly use... | 04/08/2008 |
| 7315691 | Wax dispenser for hot wax applications A hot wax dispensing device designed to minimize the risk of cross contamination caused by “double dipping” into a community hot wax pot. This device receives bulk wax, melts the wax, allows the melted hot wax to collect in a bowl that is not directly accessible... | 01/01/2008 |
| 7259132 | Shaving aid The invention is a preparation comprising an oil-in-water emulsion containing soap, the emulsion further comprising: (a) 4-12% by weight of at least one fatty acid with 12 to 18 carbon atoms, (b) 3-8% by weight of at least one trialkanolamine, (c) 1-8% by weight of ... | 08/21/2007 |
| 7252831 | Topical treatment of ingrown hairs This invention relates to improved compositions and methods for preventing or inhibiting the development of ingrown hairs or razor bumps in skin subjected to hair removal techniques by applying compositions containing sebum reduction agents; keratolytic agents and a... | 08/07/2007 |
| 7241871 | Method and process for the production of collagen preparations from invertebrate marine animals and compositions thereof The present invention relates to a process for the production of marine invertebrate type V telopeptide containing collagen preparations from marine invertebrates, compositions containing preparations, and methods of using these preparations. The collagen preparatio... | 07/10/2007 |
| 7238680 | Topical compositions for veterinary uses A method of treating a non-human dermatological disorder, wherein the method comprises topically administering to a non-human dermatological disorder a therapeutically effective amount of a topical composition containing: (1) an active component comprising at least ... | 07/03/2007 |
| 7223384 | Cosmetic compositions comprising at least one silicone copolymer and at least one additional silicone, and uses thereof Cosmetic compositions comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least one silicone copolymer with a dynamic viscosity ranging from 1×106 to 100×106 cP and at least one additional silicone. This combination can give cosmetic properti... | 05/29/2007 |
| 7214382 | Self-warming or self-heating cosmetic and dermatological compositions and method of use This invention relates to cosmetic applications for topical applications to the human skin. In particular, it relates to anhydrous cosmetic and dermatological compositions, with the capacity for self-warming or self-heating upon application. The self-warming or self... | 05/08/2007 |
| 7214392 | Process and composition for inhibiting growth of microorganisms A natural preservative composition obtained from plant materials provides antimicrobial activity for various compositions such as a food composition. The antimicrobial agent is effective in inhibiting the growth of gram-positive Staphylococcus aureus, gram-ne... | 05/08/2007 |
| 7204998 | Perfuming or flavoring microcapsules comprising a fireproofing agent Perfuming or flavoring microcapsules that include a fireproofing agent in addition to a perfuming or flavoring ingredient and a carrier material, so that the microcapsules can reduce the occurrence or an explosion of reduced violence when suspended in hot air during... | 04/17/2007 |
| 7179453 | Shaving cream composition and method of using A new and improved aqueous shaving cream composition and method of using the composition is disclosed. The aqueous composition comprises citric acid, hair keratin amino acids, stearic acids, boric acid, fumaric acid, SD Alcohol 40, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol, ca... | 02/20/2007 |
| 7179454 | Personal care composition for shaving The personal care composition for shaving is a pre-shaving conditioner for the skin and hair. The composition is water-based and includes aloe vera gel, vitamins A and E, an esterquat, preferably dipalmitoylethyldimonium chloride, and a thickener. A fragrance may be... | 02/20/2007 |
| 7134957 | Method for reducing microbial levels on the hide of an animal Disclosed is a novel method for reducing microbial levels on a hide of an animal. In one embodiment, the method comprises stunning the animal having a hide with a quantity of microorganisms on its hair, contacting the hide of the animal with an alkaline solution hav... | 11/14/2006 |
| 7128897 | Aerosolized anti-infectives, anti-inflammatories, and decongestants for the treatment of sinusitis Pharmaceutical compositions are described that contain one agent for treatment of sinusitis and a surfactant. The compositions are prepared to have a surface tension that renders the composition effective for treatment of sinusitis. ... | 10/31/2006 |
| 7127817 | Shaving preparation for wet shaving assembly A shaving assembly for simultaneously applying a shaving preparation and removing hair in a single step includes a base having an upper end, a lower end and a hollow space between the upper and lower ends, whereby the hollow space defines an opening at the upper end... | 10/31/2006 |
| 7125882 | Treatment of acne using alkonolamine compositions Acne is treated or prevented by the topical application of compositions containing an alkanolamine such as dimethylaminoethanol, tyrosine, and a sulfur ingredient such as lipoic acid or glutathione. Adjunct ingredients such as fatty acid esters of ascorbic acid, e.g... | 10/24/2006 |
| 7110051 | Display methods for liquids having optical effects Provided herein are consumer products contained in conventional containers. A consumer product packaged according to the present invention is one which exhibits birefringence, and the packaging used according to the present invention is arranged so that the consumer... | 09/19/2006 |
| 7083799 | No-synthase inhibitors The use of an effective amount of at least one nitric oxide synthase inhibitor in a cosmetic composition or for making a pharmaceutical composition is disclosed, said inhibitor or pharmaceutical composition being intended to reduce the skin irritant effect of topica... | 08/01/2006 |
| 7081479 | Treatment of acne using alkonolamine compositions Acne is treated or prevented by the topical application of compositions containing an alkanolamine such as dimethylaminoethanol, tyrosine, and a sulfur ingredient such as lipoic acid or glutathione. Adjunct ingredients such as fatty acid esters of ascorbic acid, e.g... | 07/25/2006 |
| 7060155 | Method and apparatus for soft skin encapsulation The invention relates to an insulation product comprising an elongated fibrous batt with a polymeric encapsulating layer and, optionally, a vapor or other barrier layer on one or more surfaces of the fibrous batt and an apparatus for manufacturing such an insulation... | 06/13/2006 |
| 7022651 | Composition, method, and apparatus for protecting plants from injury caused by frost or freezing temperatures The present invention is directed to a composition, method, and apparatus for protecting plants from injury caused by frost or freezing temperatures by applying an insulating foam to the surface of plants. Plants are sprayed with a foam formed from a pre-emulsion co... | 04/04/2006 |
| 7022005 | Method for reducing microbial levels on the hide of an animal Disclosed is a novel method and system for dehairing an animal, providing a system for recycling and safely disposing of chemical and biological wastes produced during such dehairing method. Included in such method are processes for handling sodium production in was... | 04/04/2006 |
| 7012056 | Effervescent cleaning composition comprising surfactant, builder, and dissolved gas The present invention provides an aqueous effervescent liquid cleaning composition which upon contact with water provides effervescent action, and which comprises at least 5% wt of a surfactant and a dissolved gas in a sufficient amount to provide the effervescent a... | 03/14/2006 |
| 7008620 | Depilatory compositions and articles and the use thereof The present invention relates to a composition or article containing at least one oxidizing agent and at least one reducing agent, wherein at least one of the at least one reducing agent is a depilatory agent, the equivalent ratio of the at least one oxidizing agent... | 03/07/2006 |
| 6993846 | Lubricating strip The invention provides a lubricating strip for use in wet shaving systems which strip comprises a biodegradable polymer, preferably a surface-eroding, non bulk-eroding biodegradable polymer. ... | 02/07/2006 |
| 6974570 | Shaving lotion kit and method of preparing skin and unwanted hair for shaving Shaving lotion kits and methods of preparing skin and unwanted hair for shaving prepare skin and unwanted hair for shaving without requiring cleanup. This is critical when water, soap, or towels are unavailable. The user can conveniently shave any area of the body, ... | 12/13/2005 |
| 6936265 | PREPARATIONS OF THE W/O EMULSION TYPE WITH AN INCREASED WATER CONTENT BASED ON LOW-VISCOSITY, READILY SPREADABLE LIPID COMPONENTS, ADDITIONALLY COMPRISING ONE OR MORE ALKYLMETHICONE COPOLYOLS AND/OR ALKYLDIMETHICONE COPOLYOLS Water-in-oil emulsions (a) having a water phase content of at least 80% by weight, based on the total weight of the emulsions, (b) in which the lipid phase comprises at least one lipid with a viscosity of less than 15 mPa·s (at 25° C.), w... | 08/30/2005 |
| 6933266 | Effervescent cleaning composition for use in fabric washing The present invention provides an aqueous effervescent liquid detergent composition which upon contact with water provides effervescent action, and which comprises at least 5% by weight of a surfactant and from 0.1 to less than 3% by weight of a volatile organic sol... | 08/23/2005 |
| 6916468 | Post-foaming shave gel A soap-free self-foaming shave gel composition is disclosed which maintains superior performance attributes while avoiding the harshness and drying associated with soap-based and other ionic shave preparations. The composition is a non-ionic shave gel composition wh... | 07/12/2005 |
| 6916910 | Method and process for the production of collagen preparations from invertebrate marine animals and compositions thereof The present invention relates to a process for the production of marine invertebrate type V telopeptide containing collagen preparations from marine invertebrates, compositions containing preparations, and methods of using these preparations. The collagen preparatio... | 07/12/2005 |
| 6915038 | Optical corner coupler system and method An optical coupling system and method for transmitting optical signals around sharp bends or curves without the use of prisms, mirrors or other conventional reflecting elements. The coupling system includes a reflecting element having a curved outer reflecting surfa... | 07/05/2005 |
| 6905694 | Hydrophobically modified polysaccharide in personal care products A personal care composition is composed of: (a) from about 0.1% to about 99% by weight of a vehicle system which comprises a hydrophobically modified nonionic water soluble polysaccharide polymer which comprises a water soluble pol... | 06/14/2005 |
| 6893631 | Shaving soap and aftershave gel and methods of use thereof This invention relates to compositions of a shaving soap and an aftershave gel that are used to prevent or reduce the occurrence of folliculitis. The shaving soap and aftershave gel compositions disclosed herein are formulated to specifically remedy the problem of f... | 05/17/2005 |
| 6861051 | 1,2-propylene glycol skin preparation solution and method of use thereof A skin preparation solution for application to the surface of the skin prior to shaving or application of topical medications or other topically applied substances, to improve penetration and sustain levels of the treatments within the skin. The solution of the pres... | 03/01/2005 |