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US 6,660,277 B1Granted
Gel matrix non-emulsion composition containing two clay gels
AssigneeAvon Products, Inc.
InventorLeona Giat Fleissman
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Abstract
A cosmetic composition comprising a lipophilic clay gel and a hydrophilic clay gel. The two gels are combined or formed in situ to create a gel matrix. This matrix functions like an emulsion to deliver water and oil to the skin or other surface, but can be substantially free of surfactants, emulsifiers and waxes. A method for the preparation of a clay gel matrix is also revealed.
Claims12
A cosmetic composition comprising:
- a hydrophilic clay gel containing a hydrophilic clay and water;
- and
- a lipophilic clay gel containing a lipophilic clay and an organic solvent,
- wherein said hydrophilic clay gel and said lipophilic clay gel form a gel matrix.
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A cosmetic composition comprising:
- a hydrophilic clay gel containing a hydrophilic clay and water;
- and
- a lipophilic clay gel containing a lipophilic clay and an organic solvent,
- wherein said hydrophilic clay gel and said lipophilic clay gel form a gel matrix, and wherein said composition is substantially free of all emulsifiers, surfactants, and waxes.
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Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.