Abstract: A molded capsule having a capsule membrane which contains a Process Whey Protein together with at least one selected from the group consisting of scleroproteins, derived proteins and mucopolysaccharides. The capsule membrane may contain a plasticizer. The molded capsule has high membrane strength, exhibits stability even at high temperatures and high humidity, and is highly digestible. The molded capsule is prepared by using a die rolls encapsulating machine.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of copolymers comprising a) 82 to 99.9 mol % of at least one monoethylenically unsaturated C3-C8-carboxylic acid; b) 0.1 to 18 mol % of at least one monomer selected from the group b1) N—C8-C30-alkyl-substituted amides of monoethylenically unsaturated C3-C8-carboxylic acids, b2) N,N—C8-C30-dialkyl-substituted amides of monoethylenically unsaturated C3-C8-carboxylic acids, b3) C8-C30-alkyl esters of monoethylenically unsaturated C3-C8-carboxylic acids; c) 0 to 17.9 mol % of at least one monomer selected from the group of c1) vinyl esters of aliphatic C8-C30-carboxylic acids, c2) C8-C30-alkylvinyl ethers, mol % data for the individual components adding up to 100%, as solubilizer.

Abstract: A high drug load enteric coated pharmaceutical composition is provided which includes a core in the form of a tablet and which is comprised of a medicament which is sensitive to a low pH environment of less than 3, such as ddl, and having an enteric coating formed of methacrylic acid copolymer and a plasticizer. The tablets may be of varying sizes and may be orally ingested individually or a plurality of tablets sufficient to attain a desired dosage may be encapsulated in a dissolvable capsule. The tablets have excellent resistance to disintegration at pH less than 3 but have excellent drug release properties at pH greater than 4.5. A novel method of making said pharmaceutical composition is also disclosed.

Abstract: A composition for topical application comprising, in a cosmetically, dermatologically, hygienically or pharmaceutically acceptable support, at least one fatty phase and at least one lipophilic polymer, wherein the lipophilic polymer is a tert-butylstyrene/C1-C10 alkyl methacrylate/C1-C10 alkyl acrylate copolymer. The composition makes it possible to obtain a film which has very good staying power and good transfer-resistance properties. The film obtained is particularly resistant to water, to rubbing, for example with the fingers or against clothing, to perspiration and to sebum.

Abstract: A water in oil microemulsion peroxide composition for coloring or lightening of hair comprising 1-99% of an aqueous phase in the form of dispersed microdroplets having a droplet size of 100 to 1500 Angstroms, 0.1-75% of a continuous oil phase; and 1-65% of an organic, surface active ingredient capable of interacting with the water phase and the oil phase to cause formation of the dispersed aqueous phase microdroplets, all percentages by weight of the total composition; and a method for coloring or lightening hair using the peroxide composition, and a method for reducing the amount of time necessary to permanently color hair using the peroxide composition.

Abstract: Cosmetic composition based on nonionic surfactants and cationic or amphoteric substantive polymers and its use as a dyeing or bleaching vehicle. The invention relates to a cosmetic composition containing, in a cosmetically acceptable medium: a) 14 to 50% of a mixture of nonionic surfactants chosen from oxyethylenated and/or oxypropylenated and/or polyglycerolated fatty alcohols which are linear or branched, the mixture comprising at least one surfactant A whose HLB in the sense used by Griffin is not less than 14, present at a weight concentration [A], and a nonionic surfactant B whose HLB value in the sense used by Griffin is not less than 1 and is less than 10, present in a weight quantity [B], more than one half of the nonionic surfactants present satisfying the inequality: 0.5≦R≦1.

Abstract: Water soluble, cationic compounds useful as hair colorants or for the treatment of skin which are esters or amides formed by reaction of 5,6-dihydroxyindole-2-carboxylic acid or its N-substituted derivatives and a quaternary salt containing a reactive amino or hydroxyl group, and polymers from such compounds obtained by oxidative polymerization.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel oxidizing composition for carrying out a bleaching or permanent reshaping operation on the hair, comprising, in a suitable cosmetic vehicle, at least one compound of ceramide type and at least one oxidizing agent. The invention also relates to novel processes for the bleaching and permanent reshaping of the hair, using the oxidizing composition defined above.

Abstract: An implant device is provided which incorporates a retinoid for improving the biocompatibility of the device in tissue. The device may be bioerodible for the purpose of systemically or locally releasing a therapeutic agent in tissue or it may be a permanent implant which includes a surface treated with a retinoid for increasing the biocompatibility thereof.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel vesicle-free composition for the first stage of a process of permanent reshaping of keratin fibres, this composition comprising, in a suitable cosmetic support, at least one compound of ceramide type in a specific amount and at least one reducing agent. The invention also relates to a novel process of permanent reshaping of keratin fibres using the composition defined above.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical formulations for oral administration, comprising a matrix which comprises a &bgr;-lactam antibiotic, a &bgr;-lactamase inhibitor, and granules in a delayed release form dispersed within the matrix which comprise a &bgr;-lactam antibiotic and a &bgr;-lactamase inhibitor.

Abstract: A latex composition for hair care containing a hybrid-graft copolymer of a sulfopolyester and an acid-functional polymer segment. The acid-functional polymer segment is formed from at least one acid-functional monomer, at least one ethylenically unsaturated monomer, and at least one amide-containing monomer. Such compositions exhibit superior curl retention even at high humidity.

Abstract: Methods for removing soluble material from confined spaces within substrates such as containers, capsules and porous powders comprising extraction with supercritical fluids, the pressure of which is preferably modulated between an upper level and a lower level within a relatively narrow range of fluid pressure and density. The method permits enhanced extraction efficiency, catalytic reaction rates and ability to maintain catalyst activity.

Abstract: This invention relates to an improved formulation hair volumizers which comprise: (a) from 0.01-15 percent by weight (based on the total weight of the composition) of a selected liquid MQ resin having an M:Q ratio of 0.5-1.5 and a medium viscosity in the range of 1.0×103-1×106 centipoise; and (b) from 85-99.99 percent by weight (based on the total weight of the composition) of a hair care carrier (also called a vehicle). The compositions of this invention provide hair with increased volume without significant stiffness or stickiness and may be made in the form of a shampoo, conditioner, combination shampoo/conditioner, sprays, liquid rinses, gels or mousses.

Abstract: A conditioning and detergent hair-care composition having one washing base with at least one anionic surfactant and at least one C10-C14 alkyl betaine amphoteric. surfactant, one conditioning system with at least one insoluble silicone, which is introduced into the composition in a non-emulsified form, and at least one C16-C18 acid ester of a polyol for suspending the insoluble silicone and for pearlizing the composition.

Abstract: A viscous, liquid, skin washing composition comprising water, at least one surface active agent, abrasive particles and a viscosifier, CHARACTERISED IN THAT the viscosity of the composition is typically that of a shower gel, i.e. in the range 4000-8000 mPas measured at a shear rate of 10 s−1, the particles, preferably calcite, have a mean diameter of 40-400 micrometres and a bulk density of 1-4.

Abstract: W1-O-W2 emulsions are disclosed in which the W1/O emulsion comprises an internal aqueous phase containing a benefit agent and an oil phase surrounding it, and, around this is found an external isotropic aqueous phase. It is critical that the external surfactant phase not comprise an amido containing anionic. It is also critical that oil be not greater than 50% unsaturated and not be a volatile silicone.

Abstract: A system for enhancing the freezing and freeze-thaw stability of hair conditioning compositions has been developed which comprises incorporating therein a combination of low HLB (from about 2.0 to about 9.0) and high (from about 10.0 to about 19.0) HLB ethoxylated branched-chain fatty alcohol ethers and/or esters as freeze-thaw stabilizers while maintaining the pH of said emulsion in a range of about 2.0 to about 5.5.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of killing or inhibiting the growth of microbial cells present on laundry, comprising contacting the cells with a composition comprising a poly-cationic compound, preferably a polyamino acid, a polyvinylamine, a copolymer prepared from vinylamine and one or more carboxylic acid anhydrides, e.g. a polymer comprising 0.1-100 mol % vinyl amine or ethyleneimine units, 0-99.

Abstract: Hair conditioning shampoo compositions comprise (a) from about 0.05% to about 50% by weight of a primary anionic surfactant selected from the group consisting of polyhydrophilic anionic surfactants comprising at least one carboxy group and at least two hydrophilic groups, amino acid anionic surfactants, and salts and mixtures thereof; (b) from about 0.001M to about 0.5M of a polyvalent metal cation; (c) from about 0.05% to about 20% by weight of a cationic conditioning agent selected from the group consisting of cationic surfactant, cationic polymer, and mixtures thereof; (d) an additional detersive anionic surfactant comprising alkyl sulfate or alkyl ether sulfate; and (e) an aqueous carrier wherein components (a), (b), (c) and (d) are capable of forming a coacervate.