Methods and formulations for curling hair
US9713583B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 30, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jul 25, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 30, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K2800/884
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Methods, formulations, and kits for curling and/or preventing damage in the curling of hair are disclosed herein. Hair can be curled by treatment with hydroxide-containing agents, in combination with one or more active agents, without the need for thiol-based or peroxide-based agents. The active agent can be applied simultaneously with the hydroxide-containing agent, to impart curl to the hair. They may be applied as a combined formulation or as separate formulations applied simultaneously. Use of the active agent along with a hydroxide-containing agent can be used to control the level of curl imparted to hair, as compared to the natural amount of curl, if any, in the untreated hair.
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