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High gloss mascara

US6517823B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 27, 2000
Grant dateFeb 11, 2003
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Expiry dateJan 27, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61Q1/10
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An embodiment of the present invention is a cosmetic composition with enhanced gloss properties. The cosmetic compositions of the present invention contain at least one film former with high gloss properties, i.e., a glossy film former having a gloss effect measurement of greater than 50%, at least one thickener, and at least one wax. The combination of the thickener and the wax are present in a combined amount such that the gloss effect measurement of the composition is greater than 50%. The glossy cosmetic composition may be a mascara, eyeliner, lip gloss, or blush.

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