Soft-focus cosmetic composition and method for reducing appearance of skin flaws

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to soft-focus cosmetic compositions and methods for reducing the appearance of skin flaws. A soft coke cosmetic composition comprises at least one natural oil, at least one bluing agent, and at least one water-in-oil emulsifier. The soft-focus cosmetic composition may be a water-in-oil emulsion in which at least one natural oil is in the external phase. The soft-focus cosmetic composition has good glossiness. A method of reducing the appearance of skin flaws by applying a soft-focus composition comprising at least one natural oil, at least one bluing agent, and at least one water-in-oil emulsifier to the skin surface.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present disclosure generally relates to soft focus cosmetic compositions and methods for reducing the appearance of skin imperfections. Background Art

[0002] To meet regulatory requirements, consumer demands and the need to reduce environmental impact, the cosmetics industry is committed to moving away from silicone. Natural oils have been used as one of the main candidates to replace silicone in cosmetics because they can bring many skin care benefits to products. However, replacing silicone with natural oils in full or in part in soft-focus cosmetics poses great technical challenges because silicone has a very different reflectivity from natural oils.

[0003] Soft focus cosmetic compositions are highly desirable because they can achieve a natural skin appearance with fewer skin imperfections. Specifically, soft focus cosmetic compositions can hide skin imperfections by scattering incident light to blur skin imperfections, but still allow natural skin features to appear, whereas simple covering techniques give an undesirable, unreal appearance by losing most of the natural skin features. A recognized standard soft focus effect measurement is diffuse reflectance. The higher the diffuse reflectance of a composition, the better its soft focus effect.

[0004] Soft focus cosmetic compositions typically contain particles and a liquid carrier, wherein the particles have a different refractive index than the liquid carrier. It is generally recognized in the cosmetic industry that the greater the difference in refractive index between the particles and the liquid carrier in the composition, the better the soft focus effect may be. For example, many particles commonly used in soft focus cosmetic compositions have a refractive index of about 1.46, and the silicone used for the liquid carrier in such compositions has a refractive index of about 1.38. This difference in refractive index results in the desired soft focus effect in the cosmetic composition.

[0005] However, when natural oils are substituted for silicones, the reflectance of natural oils (about 1.46) is very similar to particles commonly used in soft-focus cosmetic compositions, making it very challenging to achieve a meaningful soft-focus effect in cosmetic compositions based on natural oils rather than silicones.

[0006] Another challenge of soft focus cosmetic compositions is the balance between soft focus effect and gloss effect. While soft focus effect can hide skin imperfections, too much of this effect can result in low skin gloss. Gloss is considered an indicator of healthy skin and is highly desired by consumers. The recognized standard gloss measurement is specular reflectance. The higher the specular reflectance of a composition, the better its gloss. A good gloss effect in a soft focus cosmetic composition is highly desired by consumers but is always challenging to produce.

[0007] The present disclosure relates to a cosmetic composition having an unexpected soft focus effect, comprising at least one natural oil, at least one blurring agent, and at least one water-in-oil emulsifier. Surprisingly, good skin glossiness can also be achieved in such a soft focus cosmetic composition. The present disclosure also relates to a method for reducing the appearance of skin blemishes by using such a soft focus cosmetic composition. Summary of the invention

[0008] The present invention relates to a soft-focus cosmetic composition comprising at least one natural oil, at least one blurring agent and at least one water-in-oil emulsifier.

[0009] The present invention is also directed to a method of reducing the appearance of skin imperfections by applying to the surface of the skin a composition comprising at least one natural oil, at least one blurring agent, and at least one water-in-oil emulsifier. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0010] As used herein, the singular forms "a," "an," and "the" include plural referents unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.

[0011] As used herein, a sentence reciting a series of alternatives has the meaning of providing a series of sentences such that each given alternative is provided in a separate sentence. For example, the sentence "The composition comprises A, B, or C" has the meaning of the following three separate sentences: "Alternatively, the composition comprises A. Alternatively, the composition comprises B. Alternatively, the composition comprises C."

[0012] As used herein, "and / or" has the meaning of "and" or "or". For example, "A and / or B" has the meaning of "A, B, or both A and B".

[0013] As used herein, "skin imperfection" means any type of mark, spot, discoloration, or defect that appears on the skin. Non-limiting examples of skin imperfections are wrinkles and fine lines.

[0014] As used herein, "soluble" means that the solute partially or completely (and preferably completely) dissolves in the solvent, and preferably forms an equilibrium concentration of at least about 0.001 mg / mL at 25° C. "Oil-soluble active" means that the active partially or completely (and preferably completely) dissolves in the natural oil, and preferably forms an equilibrium concentration of at least about 0.001 mg / mL at 25° C. "Water-soluble active" means that the active partially or completely (and preferably completely) dissolves in water, and preferably forms an equilibrium concentration of at least about 0.001 mg / mL at 25° C.

[0015] It has been unexpectedly discovered that a natural oil-based cosmetic composition can achieve a soft focus effect. The present disclosure relates to a soft focus cosmetic composition comprising at least one natural oil and at least one blurring agent. The present disclosure also relates to a method for reducing the appearance of skin blemishes by using a soft focus cosmetic composition comprising at least one natural oil and at least one blurring agent.

[0016] The method for reducing the appearance of skin blemishes may include the following steps: a) identifying a skin area in need of reducing the appearance of skin blemishes; b) topically applying a soft-focus cosmetic composition to the skin area. Preferably, after applying the soft-focus cosmetic composition, the effect of reducing the appearance of skin blemishes is immediately achieved.

[0017] The soft-focus cosmetic composition may be in the form of an emulsion, cream, lotion, paste, suspension, powder, gel, air cushion powder, hot pour or aerosol. Preferably, the soft-focus cosmetic composition is in the form of an emulsion, lotion or gel. More preferably, the soft-focus cosmetic composition is in the form of an emulsion. An emulsion is a colloidal system consisting of two liquid phases of oil and water, one of which (the internal phase) is dispersed into the other (the external phase). The emulsion may be stable or metastable. The most preferred form of the soft-focus cosmetic composition is a water-in-oil (W / O) emulsion. A W / O emulsion means an emulsion consisting of an aqueous phase (internal phase) dispersed into a continuous oil phase (external phase). At least one natural oil is in the external phase of the water-in-oil emulsion. According to a preferred embodiment, the external phase of the W / O emulsion is mainly composed of natural oils. W / O emulsions with activators deliver water- and oil-soluble line and wrinkle actives to reduce long-term lines and wrinkles and provide more texture options. W / O emulsions retain pigments and film formers in the external phase for true color appearance and long-lasting hold.

[0018] While the soft focus cosmetic composition may be provided as a foundation, it should be understood that these compositions may be used in other cosmetics, including but not limited to concealers, oil gels, lip glosses, cushion foundations, hot injections, and / or eyeshadows. In embodiments of the present disclosure, the composition may be provided as a daytime foundation and nighttime colorless body lotion, a foundation with SPF 30, a silicone-free foundation, and / or an all-around anti-aging active substance / oil box (for the delivery of cosmetic actives).

[0019] According to yet another alternative embodiment, the soft-focus cosmetic composition is substantially free of silicone. “Substantially free of silicone” means that silicone is present in the soft-focus cosmetic composition in an amount of less than 0.01% by total weight based on the total weight of the soft-focus cosmetic composition.

[0020] The soft focus cosmetic composition of the present disclosure has a diffuse reflectance of at least 2.5. The soft focus cosmetic composition can provide dual benefits with a single foundation formula: high gloss and high blurring effect at the same time. Conventional foundation formulas use a large number of particles to obtain a blurring effect. However, this approach often causes the skin to look matte and dull. The embodiments of the present disclosure can provide unique properties that have both a soft focus effect and a high gloss appearance. The soft focus cosmetic composition of the present disclosure has a specular reflectance of at least 3.4.

[0021] Natural Oils

[0022] Natural oils can provide deep delivery of oil-soluble active ingredients, healthy skin from the inside out, and a healthy skin barrier. Natural oils can include vegetable oils, fermented vegetable oils, or mixtures thereof. Vegetable oils mean oils extracted from plants or parts of plants. The extraction method can be chemical and / or physical. Preferred extraction methods can be selected from the group consisting of: solvent extraction, mechanical extraction, distillation, and combinations thereof. Fermented vegetable oils mean a mixture obtained by fermenting vegetable oils as an organic matrix. Fermentation is a metabolic process that produces chemical changes in an organic matrix via microbial action.

[0023] The plant may be a terrestrial plant, including but not limited to mosses, horn mosses, liverworts and vascular plants. Preferred plants may be vascular plants. More preferred plants may be angiosperms. Preferred angiosperms are Simmondsiaceae, Asteraceae, Arecaceae, Lauraceae, Oleaceae, Euphorbiaceae, Fabaceae, Rosaceae and Sapotaceae. More preferred angiosperms are jojoba (Simmonsdia chinesis), sunflower (Helianthus annuus), coconut (Cocos nucifera), avocado (Persea gratissima), olive (Olea europaea), argan (Argania spinosa), safflower (Carthamus tinctorius), macadamia (Aleuritesmoluccana), soybean (Glycine max) and apricot (Prunus armeniaca). The most preferred angiosperms are jojoba (Simmonsdia chinesis), sunflower (Helianthus annuus), coconut (Cocos nucifera), avocado (Persea gratissima), olive (Olea europaea) and argan (Argania spinosa). The part of the plant can be selected from the group consisting of stem, leaf, root, bud, flower, seed, kernel, branch, flower, fruit, bark and mixtures thereof. Preferred parts of the plant are seeds, fruit and / or flowers. Preferred parts of the plant are seeds and / or fruit.

[0024] The microorganism can be selected from the group consisting of the following items: fungi, bacteria and mixtures thereof. Preferably, the microorganism can be selected from the group consisting of the following items: yeast, mold, lactic acid bacteria and mixtures thereof. Non-limiting examples of yeast are Debaryomyces, Kluyveromyces, Saccharomyces and Geotrichum. Preferred yeast is Saccharomyces. Non-limiting examples of mold are Mucor, Penicillium and Rhizopus. Preferred mold is Penicillium. Non-limiting examples of lactic acid bacteria are Enterococcus, Streptococcus, Leuconostoc, Lactobacillus and Pediococcus. Preferred lactic acid bacteria are Lactobacillus.

[0025] Preferably, the soft-focus cosmetic composition comprises at least one natural oil selected from the group consisting of Simmondsiaceae, Asteraceae, Arecaceae, Lauraceae, Oleaceae, Sapotaceae, and mixtures thereof. Plant oils and fermented plant oils. More preferably, the soft-focus cosmetic composition comprises at least one natural oil selected from the group consisting of Simmondsiaceae, Helianthus annuus, Coconut (Cocos nucifera), Persea gratissima, Olive (Olea europaea), Argania spinosa, and mixtures thereof. Plant oils and fermented plant oils. Most preferably, the soft focus cosmetic composition comprises at least one natural oil selected from the group consisting of jojoba (Simmonsdia chinesis) seed oil, coconut (Cocos nucifera) oil, avocado (Persea gratissima) oil, argan (Argania spinosa) kernel oil, olive (Olea europaea) fruit oil, sunflower (Helianthus annuus) oil, and mixtures thereof.

[0026] The at least one natural oil may be present in the soft focus cosmetic composition in an amount ranging from 0.5% to about 20%, preferably from about 1% to about 15%, more preferably from about 3% to about 10%, based on the total weight of the soft focus cosmetic composition.

[0027] At least one natural oil may include two or more natural oils. In some embodiments, at least one natural oil includes jojoba (Simmonsdia chinesis) seed oil and argan (Argania spinosa) kernel oil, wherein the weight ratio of jojoba (Simmonsdia chinesis) seed oil to argan (Argania spinosa) kernel oil is about 0.1:1 to about 1:1, preferably about 0.3:1 to about 0.7:1, and most preferably about 0.5:1. In some embodiments, at least one natural oil includes jojoba (Simmonsdia chinesis) seed oil and coconut (cocos nucifera) oil, wherein the weight ratio of jojoba (Simmonsdia chinesis) seed oil to coconut (cocos nucifera) oil is about 0.5:1 to about 1:0.5, preferably about 0.7:1 to about 1:0.7, and most preferably about 1:1. In some embodiments, the at least one natural oil comprises avocado (Persea gratissima) oil and argan (Argania spinosa) kernel oil, wherein the weight ratio of avocado (Persea gratissima) oil to argan (Argania spinosa) kernel oil is about 10: 1 to about 0.5: 1, preferably about 5: 1 to about 1: 1, and most preferably about 2: 1. In some embodiments, the at least one natural oil comprises olive (Olea europaea) fruit oil and avocado (Persea gratissima) oil, wherein the weight ratio of olive (Olea europaea) fruit oil to avocado (Persea gratissima) oil is about 0.5: 1 to about 1: 0.5, preferably about 0.7: 1 to about 1: 0.7, and most preferably about 1: 1. In some embodiments, the at least one natural oil comprises sunflower (Helianthus annuus) oil and argan (Argania spinosa) kernel oil, wherein the weight ratio of sunflower (Helianthus annuus) oil to argan (Argania spinosa) kernel oil is from about 0.05: 1 to about 1: 1, preferably from about 0.1: 1 to about 0.5: 1, and most preferably at about 0.375: 1. Most preferably, the at least one natural oil is in the form of an oil mixture comprising jojoba (Simmonsdia chinesis) seed oil, coconut (Cocos nucifera) oil, avocado (Persea gratissima) oil, argan (Argania spinosa) kernel oil, olive (Olea europaea) fruit oil, and sunflower (Helianthus annuus) oil.The oil mixture may comprise natural oils wherein the weight ratio of jojoba (Simmonsdia chinesis) seed oil, coconut (Cocos nucifera) oil, avocado (Persea gratissima) oil, argan (Argania spinosa) kernel oil, olive (Olea europaea) fruit oil, and sunflower (Helianthus annuus) oil is (about 0.1 to about 1): (about 0.1 to about 1): (about 10 to about 0.5): 1: (about 10 to about 0.5): (about 0.05 to about 1). More preferably, the oil mixture may comprise natural oils wherein the weight ratio of jojoba (Simmonsdia chinesis) seed oil, coconut (Cocos nucifera) oil, avocado (Persea gratissima) oil, argan (Argania spinosa) kernel oil, olive (Olea europaea) fruit oil, and sunflower (Helianthus annuus) oil is about (about 0.3 to about 0.7): (about 0.3 to about 0.7): (about 5 to about 1): about 1: (about 5 to about 1): (about 0.1 to about 0.5).

[0028] Natural oils can contain triglycerides, free fatty acids, tocopherols, sterols, stanols, phospholipids, waxes, squalenes, phenolic compounds or mixtures thereof. Natural oils have many anti-aging therapeutic benefits for the skin, including anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity, promoting wound healing and / or repairing the skin barrier. Including natural oils can also enhance the delivery of oil-soluble active substances in cosmetic compositions. Due to the high partition coefficient (logP), natural oils can easily penetrate the lipid bilayer of the skin cell membrane. Oil-soluble active ingredients can enter the epidermis of the skin through the stratum corneum to obtain more preferred anti-aging efficacy performance.

[0029] Fuzzy Agent

[0030] Blurring agents are materials that are able to blur skin imperfections by manipulating the penetration and scattering of light entering and exiting the skin. Such blurring effects are also referred to as soft focus effects. Cosmetic compositions having such soft focus effects are soft focus cosmetic compositions. Skin imperfections such as wrinkles and fine lines are perceptible by the light and dark contrasts that highlight even very subtle lines. Soft focus cosmetic compositions can optically reduce the contrast and hide skin imperfections. Blurring agents do not often produce whiteness, but rather a naturally translucent surface. In order to achieve a blurring effect with a cosmetic composition, particles of a higher refractive index (RI) and a larger RI difference between the blurring agent and the vehicle may be required.

[0031] The fuzzifier may comprise particulate material. The particulate material may be in the form of solid, filled or hollow particles. The shape of the particles may be oblate, prolate, bladed or equant. Preferably, the particle shape of the fuzzifier is spherical or platelet. The particulate material may be composed of one or more substances. When the particulate material comprises at least two substances, the substances may be mixed by a technique selected from the group consisting of: blending, encapsulation, coating and combinations thereof. The particulate material may have an average particle size of less than 50 μm, preferably less than 30 μm, more preferably less than 20 μm.

[0032] The blurring agent may be present in the soft focus cosmetic composition in an amount ranging from 0.01% to about 20%, preferably from about 0.05% to about 15%, more preferably from about 0.1% to about 10%, based on the total weight of the soft focus cosmetic composition.

[0033] The obfuscation agent may be selected from the group consisting of effect pigments, silica-based materials, polymeric materials, and mixtures thereof. Preferred obfuscation agents may comprise at least one effect pigment, at least one silica-based material, at least one polymeric material, or mixtures thereof. More preferred obfuscation agents may comprise effect pigments, silica-based materials, and polymeric materials.

[0034] The blurring agent may contain at least one pigment. A pigment is a material having a color effect which is completely or almost insoluble in the application medium. The pigment may be an organic material, an inorganic material or a mixture thereof. The pigment may also be natural, synthetic or a mixture thereof. Pigments may be classified into white pigments, color pigments, black pigments and effect pigments based on their color effect.

[0035] The blurring agent may comprise at least one effect pigment. An effect pigment is a pigment that provides an additional color effect when applied to an application medium. The effect pigment may comprise titanium dioxide. A new trend in the effect pigment industry is to use transparent substances that are capable of producing color effects entirely or primarily through light interference phenomena. The effect pigment may comprise a transparent substance. A preferred transparent substance is transparent synthetic mica. A preferred effect pigment may comprise at least two substances. Preferably, the effect pigment comprises a coating substance coated on a matrix substance. A preferred matrix substance is transparent. A more preferred matrix substance is transparent synthetic mica. Most preferably, the effect pigment comprises titanium dioxide coated on a transparent synthetic mica matrix. The effect pigment may have an average particle size in the range of about 1 μm to about 50 μm, preferably about 3 μm to about 30 μm, more preferably about 6 μm to about 25 μm. A non-limiting example of an effect pigment can be purchased from BASF under the trade name Chione HD Infinite White. Due to the transparency of the matrix, these ingredients provide bright and clean colors. Snowfall White S130D has a particle size range of 10 μm to 36 μm, a density of 3.2 kg / L and a density of 9 lb / ft 3 (14g / 100cm 3 ) approximate overall density. HD Pixel White S130S has a particle size range of 30 μm to 130 μm, a density of 3.1 kg / L and a density of 3 lb / ft 3 (4.5g / 100cm 3 ) approximate overall density. HDInfinite White S130V has a particle size in the range of 6 μm to 22 μm, a density of 3.2 kg / L and 9 lb / ft 3 (15g / 100cm 3 ) is the approximate population density of .

[0036] The effect pigment may be present in the soft focus cosmetic composition in an amount ranging from 0% to about 10%, preferably from about 0.01% to about 8%, more preferably from about 0.1% to about 5%, based on the total weight of the soft focus cosmetic composition.

[0037] The fuzzy agent may include at least one silica-based material. The silica-based material may include at least one substance. The preferred silica-based material includes at least two substances. At least two substances in the silica-based material can be mixed by using a technique selected from the group consisting of the following items: blending, encapsulation, coating and a combination thereof. Preferably, the silica-based material includes spherical silica microspheres. More preferably, the silica-based material includes porous spherical silica microspheres. Most preferably, the silica-based material includes titanium dioxide particles encapsulated in porous spherical silica microspheres. The titanium dioxide particles may have an average particle size in the range of about 5nm to about 20nm, more preferably about 8nm to about 15nm, most preferably in the range of about 12nm. The porous spherical silica microspheres may have an average particle size in the range of about 1μm to about 10μm, more preferably about 3μm to about 7μm, most preferably in the range of about 5μm. In the silica-based material, the weight ratio of titanium dioxide particles to porous spherical silica microspheres may be in the range of about 1:10 to about 1:1, preferably about 1:5 to about 1:1, and more preferably about 1:3. The silica-based material may be optionally surface-treated. Preferably, the surface-treated silica-based material may be treated by an alkylsilane. The surface-treated silica-based material may have a hydrophobic coating. The silica-based material may have a refractive index of at least 1.3, preferably at least 1.5, and more preferably at least 1.7. Non-limiting examples of silica-based materials can be purchased from Sunjin Beauty Science under the trade names SH219 and SH219-AS.

[0038] The silica-based material may be present in the soft focus cosmetic composition in an amount ranging from 0% to about 10%, preferably from about 0.01% to about 8%, more preferably from about 0.1% to about 5%, based on the total weight of the soft focus cosmetic composition.

[0039] The blurring agent may comprise at least one polymer material. Preferably, the polymer material comprises a homopolymer or copolymer of styrene and / or its derivatives. More preferably, the polymer material comprises a copolymer of styrene and acrylate. Most preferably, the polymer material comprises a styrene / acrylate copolymer. The styrene / acrylate copolymer may have a refractive index in the range of about 1.3 to about 1.8, preferably in the range of about 1.5 to about 1.7, more preferably about 1.6.

[0040] The polymer material may be in the form of solid or hollow particles. The shape of the particles may be oblate, prolate, bladed or equant. Preferably, the particle shape of the polymer material is spherical or flake-like. The preferred form of the polymer material is hollow sphere particles.

[0041] Preferred polymeric materials include styrene / acrylate copolymers in the form of hollow sphere particles. Preferred polymeric materials are in the form of hollow sphere particles, wherein the styrene / acrylate copolymer forms the outer shell of the hollow sphere particles. The hollow interior may have a refractive index of about 1.0. The different refractive indexes of the outer shell of the polymeric material and the hollow interior may result in a light fraction. A non-limiting example of a polymeric blurring agent may be purchased from Dow under the trade name Sunspheres.

[0042] The polymer material may be present in the soft focus cosmetic composition in an amount ranging from 0% to about 10%, preferably from about 0.01% to about 8%, more preferably from about 0.1% to about 5%, based on the total weight of the soft focus cosmetic composition.

[0043] Water-in-oil emulsifier

[0044] Emulsifier is a kind of material that helps two kinds of liquids to mix.In structure, emulsifier usually has lipophilic part and hydrophilic part.Hydrophilic-Lipophilic Balance (Hydrophilic-Lipophilic Balance, " HLB ") value of emulsifier has been used in the industry to indicate that it is the property of this type of emulsifier that hydrophilic or lipophilic characteristics lead.Oil-in-water emulsifier has high HLB value (about 10 to about 18), shows that these emulsifiers are hydrophilic and are suitable for fat or oil in emulsified water.Water-in-oil emulsifier has low HLB value (about 2 to about 8, preferably about 3 to about 7, more preferably about 4 to about 6), shows that these emulsifiers are lipophilic and are suitable for water-in-oil emulsion.

[0045] The water-in-oil emulsifier may be selected from the group consisting of sorbitan isostearate, sorbitan stearate, sorbitan olivate, sorbitan sesquioleate, cetyl PEG / PPG-10 / 1 dimethicone, polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate, lauryl PEG-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, PEG-30 dipolyhydroxystearate, polyglyceryl-6 polyricinoleate, polyglyceryl-2 isostearate, disteardimonium hectorite, polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate / polyhydroxystearate / sebacate, and mixtures thereof. Preferably, the water-in-oil emulsifier can be selected from the group consisting of sorbitan isostearate, cetyl PEG / PPG-10 / 1 dimethicone, polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate, lauryl PEG-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, PEG-30 dipolyhydroxystearate, sorbitan sesquioleate, polyglyceryl-6 polyricinoleate, polyglyceryl-2 isostearate, disteardimonium hectorite and mixtures thereof.

[0046] The water-in-oil emulsifier may be present in the soft focus cosmetic composition in an amount ranging from 0.01% to about 20%, preferably from about 0.05% to about 15%, more preferably from about 0.1% to about 10%, based on the total weight of the soft focus cosmetic composition.

[0047] Additional components

[0048] The soft focus cosmetic composition may further contain other additional components, which can be selected by a skilled person according to the desired final product characteristics, and which are suitable for making the composition more cosmetically or aesthetically acceptable, or providing additional benefits of its use. The components useful herein are conveniently classified by specific benefits or their assumed modes of action, however, a given category does not limit its use. In addition, it should be understood that a component can provide multiple benefits.

[0049] Oil-soluble active ingredients and water-soluble active ingredients

[0050] Oil-soluble actives may include any actives or mixtures thereof mentioned in the paragraph "Additional components" which are partially or completely (and preferably completely) dissolved in the natural oil and preferably form an equilibrium concentration of at least about 0.001 mg / mL at 25°C.

[0051] Preferably, the oil-soluble active substance may include sunflower (Helianthus annuus) seed cake, barley (hordeum vulgare) extract, cucumber (cucumic sativus) fruit extract, Indian myrrh (commiphora mukul) resin extract, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, tribehenin, ceramide NG, PEG-10 phytosterol, palmitoyl hexapeptide-12, phospholipids, tricaprylic / tricaprin, tocopherol, stearic acid, oleic acid, linoleic acid, palmitic acid, phytosterol rapeseed glyceride, triolein, dipalmitoyl hydroxyproline, tocopheryl acetate or a mixture thereof.

[0052] A non-limiting example of an oil-soluble active substance is a compound of sunflower (Helianthus annuus) seed cake, barley (hordeum vulgare) extract and cucumber (cucumic sativus) fruit extract. This compound can be used as a barrier. This compound can be purchased from Barnet under the trade name Phytofix-EC, which is a unique and optimized blend that is dissolved in squalane and contains soluble sphingolipids, triglycerides and sterols to simulate the structure of the membrane of the skin. A non-limiting example of an oil-soluble active substance is Indian myrrh (commiphora mukul) resin extract, which can play a role in smoothing fine lines and wrinkles. It is a resin extract obtained from a tree (i.e., Indian myrrh (Commiphora mukul)) that can be seen in the arid regions of northwest India. It will locally increase the size of fat cells to plump up the skin from the inside out. Due to its "volumizing" effect, it will restore the volume of the skin and soften wrinkles. Another non-limiting example of an oil-soluble active is palmitoyl hexapeptide-12, which functions to smooth fine lines and wrinkles. It is an anti-aging, wrinkle-smoothing, and skin barrier repairing ingredient. It stimulates cell communication and subsequently repairs aging-related skin damage.

[0053] The oil-soluble active material may be present in an amount of 0.1% to about 30%, preferably about 1% to about 20%, more preferably about 2% to about 15%, based on the total weight of the soft focus cosmetic composition.

[0054] Water-soluble actives may include any actives or mixtures thereof mentioned in the paragraph "Additional components", which partially or completely (and preferably completely) dissolve in water and preferably form an equilibrium concentration of at least about 0.001 mg / mL at 25°C.

[0055] The water-soluble active substance may include nicotinamide, trehalose, acetyl hexapeptide-8, hyaluronic acid, sucrose or a mixture thereof. Nicotinamide and / or hyaluronic acid may have a moisturizing function. Trehalose may have a moisturizing function. Acetyl hexapeptide-8 may smooth fine lines and wrinkles. Sucrose may have a moisturizing function.

[0056] The water-soluble active material may be present in the soft focus cosmetic composition in an amount ranging from 0.1% to about 30%, preferably from about 1% to about 20%, more preferably from about 2% to about 15%, based on the total weight of the soft focus cosmetic composition.

[0057] Antioxidants and free radical scavengers

[0058] Antioxidants and free radical scavengers are particularly useful for providing protection against UV radiation, which can cause increased scaling or texture changes in the stratum corneum, and against other environmental factors that can cause skin damage. Such antioxidants / free radical scavengers include, for example, tocopherol sorbate and other esters of tocopherol, as well as tocopherol sorbate.

[0059] Anti-inflammatory agents

[0060] Anti-inflammatory agents enhance skin appearance benefits by, for example, contributing uniformity and acceptable skin tone and / or color. Optionally, anti-inflammatory agents include steroidal anti-inflammatory agents and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents. The steroidal anti-inflammatory agent can be hydrocortisone. So-called "natural" anti-inflammatory agents are also useful. For example, alphabisabolol, aloe vera, Manjistha (extracted from madder plants (especially madder)), Guggal (extracted from myrrh plants (especially Commiphora Mukul)), kola extract, chamomile and sea whip extracts can also be used.

[0061] Antimicrobial Agents

[0062] As used herein, "antimicrobial agent" means a compound that is capable of destroying microorganisms, preventing the development of microorganisms, or preventing the pathogenic effects of microorganisms. Antimicrobial agents are useful, for example, for controlling acne. Preferred antimicrobial agents are benzoyl peroxide, erythromycin, tetracycline, clindamycin, azelaic acid, sulfur resorcinol, phenoxyethanol, and Irgasan. TM DP 300 (Ciba Geigy Corp., USA). A safe and effective amount of antimicrobial agent may be added to the emulsion herein, preferably 0.001% to 10%, more preferably 0.01% to 5%, and even more preferably 0.05% to 2%.

[0063] Chelating agents

[0064] As used herein, "chelator" refers to a compound that reacts to remove metal ions from a system by forming a complex so that the metal ions cannot readily participate in or catalyze chemical reactions. The inclusion of a chelator is particularly useful for providing protection against UV radiation that can cause excessive peeling or changes in skin texture, as well as against other environmental factors that can cause skin damage. Exemplary chelators suitable for use herein are disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 5,487,884 to Bissett et al., approved on January 30, 1996; PCT Application Nos. 91 / 16035 and 91 / 16034 by Bush et al., published on October 31, 1995. Preferred chelators are furildioxime and its derivatives.

[0065] Silicone elastomer

[0066] The composition may include a non-emulsifying cross-linked organopolysiloxane elastomer. As used herein, the term "non-emulsifying" defines a cross-linked organopolysiloxane elastomer in which no polyoxyalkylene units are present. Such elastomers are used to reduce the sticky / tackiness associated with skin conditioning agents.

[0067] The elastomer may be dimethicone / vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, vinyl dimethicone / lauryl dimethicone crosspolymer, C30-C45, alkyl cetearyl dimethicone / polycyclohexane oxide crosspolymer, and mixtures thereof.

[0068] Dimethicone / vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer is available from various suppliers, including Dow Corning (DC 9040 and DC 9041), General Electric (SFE 839), Shin Etsu (KSG-15, 16, 18 [dimethicone / phenyl vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer]), and Grant Industries (GRANSIL TM Elastomer series). Crosslinked organopolysiloxane elastomers and processes for making the same are further described in U.S. Pat. No. 4,970,252 issued to Sakuta et al. on November 13, 1990; U.S. Pat. No. 5,760,116 issued to Kilgour et al. on June 2, 1998; and U.S. Pat. No. 5,654,362 issued to Schulz, Jr. et al. on August 5, 1997.

[0069] Vinyl dimethicone / lauryl dimethicone crosspolymer includes: vinyl dimethicone / lauryl dimethicone crosspolymer & mineral oil (trade name KSG-41); vinyl dimethicone / lauryl dimethicone crosspolymer & isododecane (trade name KSG-42); vinyl dimethicone / lauryl dimethicone crosspolymer & triethylhexanoin (trade name KSG-43); vinyl dimethicone / lauryl dimethicone crosspolymer & squalane (trade name KSG-44). Each of these silicone elastomers named "KSG" can be purchased from Shinestu Chemical.

[0070] Commercially available cyclomethicone and C30-C45 alkyl cetearyl dimethicone / polycyclohexane oxide crosspolymer are available under the trade name Velvasil 125 from GE Silicone.

[0071] Whitening Agents

[0072] The compositions herein may further comprise from 0.001% to 10% or from 0.1% to 5% of a whitening agent. Non-limiting examples of suitable whitening agents are those that are compatible with the aqueous composition. The whitening agent may comprise an active ingredient that not only changes the appearance of the skin, but also improves hyperpigmentation compared to before treatment.

[0073] Useful whitening agents may include ascorbic acid compounds, azelaic acid, butylated hydroxyanisole, gallic acid and its derivatives, glycyrrhizic acid, hydroquinone, kojic acid, arbutin, mulberry extract, and mixtures thereof. The use of a combination of whitening agents is believed to be advantageous because they can provide whitening benefits through different mechanisms.

[0074] The ascorbic acid compound can be an ascorbate or a derivative thereof. Exemplary water-soluble salt derivatives include, but are not limited to, L-ascorbic acid 2-glucoside, L-ascorbic phosphate ester salts, such as sodium L-ascorbic phosphate, potassium L-ascorbic phosphate, magnesium L-ascorbic phosphate, calcium L-ascorbic phosphate, aluminum L-ascorbic phosphate. L-ascorbic sulfate ester salts can also be used. Examples are sodium L-ascorbic sulfate, potassium L-ascorbic sulfate, magnesium L-ascorbic sulfate, calcium L-ascorbic sulfate, and aluminum L-ascorbic sulfate.

[0075] pH Adjuster

[0076] The composition may further comprise a pH adjusting agent to control the pH of the composition. Specifically, the pH of the composition of the present disclosure is in the range of about 5 to about 8, or about 5.2 to about 7.8, or about 5.4 to about 7.6, such as about 5.4, about 5.6, about 5.8, about 6.0, about 6.2, about 6.4, about 6.6, about 6.8, about 7.0, about 7.2, about 7.4, about 7.6, and any range therebetween.

[0077] The composition may further comprise, based on the weight of the composition, from about 0.01% to about 5%, or from about 0.1% to about 3%, or from about 0.3% to about 2%, or from about 0.4% to about 1.8%, or from about 0.5% to about 1.6%, for example, from about 0.4%, about 0.5%, about 0.6%, about 0.7%, about 0.8%, about 0.9%, about 1.0%, about 1.1%, about 1.2%, about 1.3%, about 1.4%, about 1.5%, about 1.6%, and any range therebetween of a pH adjuster, wherein the pH adjuster is selected from the group consisting of potassium hydroxide, sodium hydroxide, ammonium hydroxide, aminoethylpropanol, triethanolamine, tetrahydroxypropylethylenediamine, and any combination thereof.

[0078] When using a polymeric emulsifier and a pH adjuster, it may be desirable to optimize the ratio of the polymeric emulsifier to the pH adjuster. For example, the weight ratio of the polymeric emulsifier to the pH adjuster may be between about 1:5 and about 1:0.5, or between about 1:3 to about 1:1, such as about 1:3, about 1:2.5, about 1:2, about 1:1.5, about 1:1.1, and any range therebetween.

[0079] Thickener

[0080] The composition may also include a thickener (also referred to as a thickener) or an additional thickener (if the emulsifier in the composition also serves as a thickener). The composition may include from about 0.1% to about 5%, or alternatively from about 0.2% to about 2%, of a thickener or additional thickener (if any). Suitable classes of thickeners include, but are not limited to, carboxylic acid polymers, polyacrylamide polymers, sulfonated polymers, copolymers thereof, hydrophobically modified derivatives thereof, and mixtures thereof.

[0081] The thickener may be an acrylate cross-linked silicone copolymer network (sometimes referred to as a "polyacrylate siloxane copolymer network"). Suitable thickeners may also generally include carboxylic acid polymers, polyacrylamide polymers or copolymers, sulfonated polymers, gums, clays, cellulose or modified cellulose compositions, and the like.

[0082] Other components

[0083] In addition to the above components, the compositions herein may further comprise preservatives and preservative enhancers, such as water-soluble or dissolvable preservatives including Germall 115, methyl, ethyl, propyl and butyl hydroxybenzoates, benzyl alcohol, imidazolidinyl urea, EDTA and its salts, Bronopol (2-bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol) and phenoxypropanol; defoamers; binders; biological additives; fillers; colorants; essential oils and their solubilizers; other natural extracts; compounds that stimulate collagen production; filtrate from yeast fermentation; and others.

[0084] experiment

[0085] Example 1

[0086] The oil blend was prepared by mixing 5 parts of jojoba (Simmonsdia chinesis) seed oil, 5 parts of coconut (Cocos nucifera) oil, 20 parts of avocado (Persea gratissima) oil, 10 parts of argan (Argania spinosa) kernel oil, 20 parts of olive (Olea europaea) fruit oil and 3.75 parts of sunflower (Helianthus annuus) oil at room temperature until fully dissolved. All parts are by weight.

[0087] Example 2

[0088] The cosmetic base (Sample 1) was prepared by mixing 7 parts of the oil mixture of Example 1 with 50 parts of water. The cosmetic composition was prepared by adding 5 parts of the particulate material (as shown in Table 1) to 95 parts of the cosmetic base and mixing for about 15 minutes to achieve uniform and complete dispersion. All parts are based on weight.

[0089] The spectral reflectance of the obtained cosmetic composition was tested using a spectrometer (KONICA MINOLTA CM700D spectrometer). Within 1 minute, the sample was evenly applied to the PMMA Helioplate HD6 using fingers and moderate force in a circular and cross-shaped manner. The fingers were cleaned with alcohol and pre-saturated with the sample. The FDA recommended application dose is 2 mg / cm 2 The prepared specimens were allowed to dry at room temperature for 20 minutes prior to testing.

[0090] After calibration of the KONICA MINOLTA CM700D spectrophotometer, the instrument was set to reflectance spectrum mode with both Specular Component Included (SCI) and Specular Component Excluded (SCE). An 8 mm target mask was attached to the instrument to obtain a larger measurement area. The visible spectrum between 400 nm and 700 nm was selected for full color spectral analysis.

[0091] The prepared sample is placed on the black side of the Leneta chart for reflectivity testing to eliminate light reflection from the Leneta chart background. Both diffuse reflectivity and total reflectivity are measured. Use diffuse reflectivity data as a blur index because it captures all light scattered by the makeup film from 0 to 180 degrees. In order to compare the blur effect, use the diffuse reflectivity of the peak of the spectrum. For example, for liquid foundation cosmetics, use the reflectivity at a wavelength of 620nm to represent the foundation tone.

[0092] Table 1: Soft focus effect of cosmetic compositions with different particulate materials .

[0093]

[0094] As shown in Table 1, Sample 3 (Sunspheres), Sample 4 (SH219), Sample 5 (SH219-AS), and Sample 6 (Chione HD Infinite White S130v) provide unexpectedly high diffuse reflectance (much greater than 2.5), thus achieving an unexpected soft focus effect using these natural oil-based compositions.

[0095] Example 3

[0096] A cosmetic base (Sample 1) was prepared by mixing 7 parts of the oil mixture of Example 1 with 50 parts of water. A cosmetic composition was prepared by adding the particulate material to the cosmetic base according to the weight percentages of Table 2 and mixing for about 15 minutes to achieve uniform and complete dispersion. All parts are based on weight. Specific materials A is Chione HD Infinite White S130v (INCI: synthetic fluorphlogopite / titanium dioxide, available from BASF); B is SH219 (INCI: silica / titanium dioxide, available from Sunjin Beauty Science); and C is Sunsphere (INCI: styrene / acrylate copolymer, available from Dow).

[0097] The spectral reflectance of the obtained cosmetic composition was tested using a spectrometer (KONICA MINOLTA CM700D spectrometer). Within 1 minute, the sample was evenly applied to the PMMA Helioplate HD6 using fingers and moderate force in a circular and cross-shaped manner. The fingers were cleaned with alcohol and pre-saturated with the sample. The FDA recommended application dose is 2 mg / cm 2 The prepared specimens were allowed to dry at room temperature for 20 minutes prior to testing.

[0098] After calibration of the KONICA MINOLTA CM700D spectrophotometer, the instrument was set to reflectance spectrum mode with both Specular Component Included (SCI) and Specular Component Excluded (SCE). An 8 mm target mask was attached to the instrument to obtain a larger measurement area. The visible spectrum between 400 nm and 700 nm was selected for full color spectral analysis.

[0099] The prepared sample was placed on the black side of a Leneta chart for reflectivity testing to eliminate light reflection from the Leneta chart background. Both diffuse reflectivity and total reflectivity were measured. Specular reflectivity was calculated according to the following equation: (Reflectivity 总计 =Reflectivity 漫射 +Reflectivity 镜面反射 Use diffuse reflectance data as a blurring indicator because it captures all light scattered by the makeup film from 0 to 180 degrees. To compare blurring effects, use the diffuse reflectance at the peak of the spectrum. For example, for liquid foundation makeup, use the reflectance at a wavelength of 620nm to represent the foundation tone.

[0100] Table 2: Soft focus and glossiness effects of cosmetic compositions with various percentages of different blurring agents .

[0101]

[0102] As shown in Table 2, all samples provide unexpectedly high diffuse reflectance (above 2.5) and high specular reflectance (above 3.4), thus achieving unexpected immediate soft focus and gloss effects using these natural oil-based compositions.

[0103] Example 3

[0104] The cosmetic base (Sample 1) was prepared by mixing 7 parts of the oil mixture of Example 1 with 50 parts of water. The soft focus cosmetic (Sample 24) composition was prepared as follows:

[0105] The sequence 1 materials were mixed and heated to 80°C at 5,000 RPM in a homogenizer. The prepared sequence 2 oil was added to the sequence 1 mixture and mixed thoroughly. The sequence 3 water was heated to 75°C, and then the sequence 4 materials were added to the water and mixed thoroughly. The sequence 3 and sequence 4 combination was transferred to the sequence 1 and sequence 2 combination in a homogenizer increased to 8,000 RPM, and then cooled to 30°C to form a cosmetic base. The soft focus cosmetic composition (sample 24) was made by adding the sequence 5 material to the cosmetic base and mixing for approximately 15 minutes to achieve uniform and complete dispersion.

[0106] Table 3: Soft focus cosmetic composition .

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[0108]

[0109] The comparative examples are commercial products purchased on the market, which have a known soft focus effect: Rénergie Lift Makeup Foundation with SPF27 (sample 25), IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ (sample 26), and Tarte Amazonian Clay 16-hour full coverage foundation (sample 27).

[0110] The spectral reflectance of the obtained cosmetic composition was tested using a spectrometer (KONICA MINOLTA CM700D spectrometer). Within 1 minute, the sample was evenly applied to the PMMA Helioplate HD6 using fingers and moderate force in a circular and cross-shaped manner. The fingers were cleaned with alcohol and pre-saturated with the sample. The dosage recommended by the FDA is 2 mg / cm2. Before testing, the prepared sample was dried at room temperature for 20 minutes.

[0111] After calibration of the KONICA MINOLTA CM700D spectrophotometer, the instrument was set to reflectance spectrum mode with both Specular Component Included (SCI) and Specular Component Excluded (SCE). An 8 mm target mask was attached to the instrument to obtain a larger measurement area. The visible spectrum between 400 nm and 700 nm was selected for full color spectral analysis.

[0112] The prepared sample was placed on the black side of a Leneta chart for reflectivity testing to eliminate light reflection from the Leneta chart background. Both diffuse reflectivity and total reflectivity were measured. Specular reflectivity was calculated according to the following equation: (Reflectivity 总计 =Reflectivity 漫射 +Reflectivity 镜面反射 Use diffuse reflectance data as a blurring indicator because it captures all light scattered by the makeup film from 0 to 180 degrees. To compare blurring effects, use the diffuse reflectance at the peak of the spectrum. For example, for liquid foundation makeup, use the reflectance at a wavelength of 620nm to represent the foundation tone.

[0113] Table 4: Comparison with commercial benchmarks .

[0114]

[0115] As shown in Table 4, the soft focus cosmetic composition (Sample 24) exhibited a higher specular reflectance than the benchmark (at 3.79), while still maintaining a very high soft focus effect (with a diffuse reflectance of 33.40, well above the desired 2.5).

[0116] Although the present disclosure and its advantages have been described in detail, it should be understood that various changes, substitutions and modifications may be made herein without departing from the essence and scope of the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims. In addition, the scope of the present application is not intended to be limited to the specific embodiments of the processes, machines, manufactures, compositions of matter, means, methods and steps described in this specification. Those with ordinary knowledge in the art will easily understand from the present disclosure that currently existing or later to be developed processes, machines, manufactures, compositions of matter, means, methods or steps that perform substantially the same functions as the corresponding embodiments described herein or achieve substantially the same results can be utilized according to the present disclosure. Therefore, the appended claims are intended to include such processes, machines, manufactures, compositions of matter, means, methods or steps within their scope.

Claims

1. A soft-focus cosmetic composition comprising at least one natural oil, at least one blurring agent, and at least one water-in-oil emulsifier, wherein the soft-focus cosmetic composition has a diffuse reflectance of at least 2.

5. 2 . The soft-focus cosmetic composition according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one natural oil is selected from the group consisting of plant oils, fermented plant oils, and mixtures thereof.

3. The soft focus cosmetic composition according to claim 2, wherein the at least one natural oil is selected from the group consisting of the plant oils and fermented plant oils made from the family Ceraceae, Asteraceae, Palmaceae, Lauraceae, Oleaceae, Sapotaceae and mixtures thereof. 4 . The soft focus cosmetic composition according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one natural oil is present in the soft focus cosmetic composition in an amount ranging from about 0.5% to about 20% based on the total weight of the soft focus cosmetic composition.

5. The soft focus cosmetic composition of claim 1, wherein the at least one blurring agent comprises a particulate material having an average particle size of less than 50 μm.

6. The soft focus cosmetic composition of claim 1, wherein the at least one blurring agent comprises an effect pigment.

7. The soft-focus cosmetic composition of claim 7, wherein the effect pigment comprises transparent synthetic mica.

8. The soft-focus cosmetic composition of claim 8, wherein the effect pigment comprises titanium dioxide coated on a transparent synthetic mica substrate. 9 . The soft-focus cosmetic composition according to claim 7 , wherein the effect pigment is present in an amount ranging from 0% to about 10% based on the total weight of the soft-focus cosmetic composition.

10. The soft focus cosmetic composition of claim 1, wherein the at least one blurring agent comprises a silica-based material. 11 . The soft-focus cosmetic composition according to claim 11 , wherein the silica-based material comprises porous spherical silica microspheres. 12 . The soft-focus cosmetic composition according to claim 12 , wherein the silica-based material comprises titanium dioxide particles encapsulated in porous silica microspheres. 13 . The soft focus cosmetic composition according to claim 13 , wherein in the silica-based material, a weight ratio of the titanium dioxide particles to the porous spherical silica microspheres is in the range of about 1:10 to about 1:

1. 14 . The soft focus cosmetic composition according to claim 11 , wherein the silica-based material is present in an amount ranging from 0% to about 10% based on the total weight of the soft focus cosmetic composition.

15. The soft focus cosmetic composition of claim 1, wherein the at least one blurring agent comprises a polymeric material.

16. The soft focus cosmetic composition according to claim 16, wherein the polymer material comprises a styrene / acrylate copolymer. 17 . The soft-focus cosmetic composition according to claim 17 , wherein the polymer material comprising a styrene / acrylate copolymer is in the form of hollow spherical particles. 18 . The soft focus cosmetic composition according to claim 16 , wherein the polymer material is present in an amount ranging from 0% to about 10% based on the total weight of the soft focus cosmetic composition.

19. The soft focus cosmetic composition of claim 16, wherein the at least one water-in-oil emulsifier has an HLB value of about 2 to about 8.

20. The soft-focus cosmetic composition according to claim 1, wherein the soft-focus cosmetic composition is a water-in-oil emulsion, wherein the at least one natural oil is in the external phase of the water-in-oil emulsion.

21. The soft focus cosmetic composition of claim 1, wherein the soft focus cosmetic composition has a specular reflectance of at least 3.

4.

22. A soft-focus cosmetic composition, comprising: at least one natural oil, said at least one natural oil being present in an amount ranging from about 0.5% to about 20%; At least one obfuscation agent, the at least one obfuscation agent being present in an amount ranging from 0.01% to about 20%, wherein the at least one obfuscation agent is selected from the group consisting of: Effect pigments, silica-based materials, polymeric materials and mixtures thereof; at least one water-in-oil emulsifier, the at least one water-in-oil emulsifier being present in an amount ranging from about 0.01% to about 20%; wherein all percentages are based on the total weight of the soft focus cosmetic composition; wherein the soft focus cosmetic composition has a diffuse reflectance of at least 2.5; wherein the soft focus cosmetic composition has a specular reflectance of at least 3.4; The soft-focus cosmetic composition is a water-in-oil composition.

23. A method for reducing the appearance of skin blemishes, the method comprising: a) Identify skin areas where the appearance of skin imperfections needs to be reduced; b) topically applying a soft focus cosmetic composition to the skin area, wherein the soft focus cosmetic composition comprises at least one natural oil, at least one blurring agent, and at least one water-in-oil emulsifier, wherein the soft focus cosmetic composition has a diffuse reflectance of at least 2.

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24. The method for reducing the appearance of skin imperfections according to claim 23, wherein the soft focus cosmetic composition comprises: at least one natural oil, said at least one natural oil being present in an amount ranging from about 0.5% to about 20%; At least one obfuscation agent, the at least one obfuscation agent being present in an amount ranging from 0.01% to about 20%, wherein the at least one obfuscation agent is selected from the group consisting of: Effect pigments, silica-based materials, polymeric materials and mixtures thereof; at least one water-in-oil emulsifier, the at least one water-in-oil emulsifier being present in an amount ranging from about 0.01% to about 20%; wherein all percentages are based on the total weight of the soft focus cosmetic composition; wherein the soft focus cosmetic composition has a diffuse reflectance of at least 2.5; wherein the soft focus cosmetic composition has a specular reflectance of at least 3.4; The soft-focus cosmetic composition is a water-in-oil composition.

25. The method for reducing the appearance of skin imperfections according to claim 23, wherein the soft focus cosmetic composition has an effect of reducing the appearance of skin imperfections immediately after application.

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