Cosmetic lotion

Abstract

An emulsion type lotion comprising an anionic surfactant, an aliphatic monoalcohol, a polyol, an oil agent, and water, wherein contents of the polyol and the oil agent are, respectively, from 10 to 20% by mass and from 5 to 30% by mass based on a total mass; the polyol comprises from 2 to 6 carbon atoms and from 2 to 4 hydroxyl groups; and an average particle size of emulsion particles composing the emulsion is from 1 to 200 nm.

Description

Technical field [0001] The present invention relates to cosmetic lotion. Background technique [0002] Skin care lotions are extremely fluid products with high water content and light texture. They are used to provide moisture to the skin after cleansing or washing steps that tend to dry out the skin. They can also be used for gentle cleaning. Consumers who apply lotion to their skin look for fresh water and fast penetration. Most known lotions are aqueous solutions and contain polyols that provide these properties. Lotions may often lack nourishment and comfort. [0003] Cream products usually have a more texture than lotions, and basically produce a substantial skin nourishing effect obtained with oily ingredients. Creams can soften the skin and give it a plump effect. For this purpose, most creams contain a relatively high amount of oil and may generally lack freshness and rapid penetration. [0004] Patent Document 1 discloses a lotion containing a polyhydric alcohol and a...

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Problems solved by technology

However, the higher the oil content used, the less stable the lotion will be

Polymers or thickeners are often added to lotions to impart viscosity, thereby stabilizing the oil component in water; however, in this case, the desired fresh watery feel and rapid penetration of the lotion are compromised

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