Cleaning composition for keratin surface and method thereof

Abstract

The present disclosure provides a cleaning composition comprising: a) at least one anionic surfactant selected from amino acid surfactants, sulfonate surfactants, or a combination thereof; b) at least one amphoteric surfactant; c) at least one nonionic surfactant; and d) at least one nonionic thickener.

Description

Field of the Invention

[0001] The present invention relates to the field of cosmetic compositions, in particular to a transparent essence-like cleaning composition. The present invention also relates to a preparation method of the composition and a method for treating a keratin surface. Background of the Invention An optimized cleansing regimen is the first critical step to achieving acne-free skin. Acne-prone skin is highly sensitive to soaps, harsh surfactants, and high pH, ​​which are common in basic cleansing products on the market. Therefore, using such products can aggravate existing acne and is not the right way to cleanse acne-prone skin.

[0003] Some cleaning products claiming to be mild and moisturizing to the skin have captured the consumer market. In addition, these cleaning products contain certain anti-acne ingredients. However, the combination of mild cleansers and anti-acne agents leads to some deficiencies in product stability and ultimately fails to meet consumer expectations. In addition, such cleaning products suffer from stability issues due to elevated temperatures, which affects storage stability and shelf life. Furthermore, it is also important to keep such cleaning products homogeneous throughout their shelf life.

[0004] Therefore, there is a need to develop a cleansing composition that has an optimized combination of mild cleansing agents and acts as an effective anti-acne agent with desired product texture and stability. Summary of the invention

[0005] In one aspect of the present disclosure, a cleaning composition is provided, comprising: a) at least one anionic surfactant selected from an amino acid surfactant, a sulfonate surfactant or a combination thereof, the total amount of which is 0.01 wt % to 40 wt % relative to the total weight of the composition; b) at least one amphoteric surfactant, the total amount of which is 2 wt % to 10 wt % relative to the total weight of the composition; c) at least one nonionic surfactant, the total amount of which is 0.05 wt % to 10 wt % relative to the total weight of the composition; and at least one nonionic thickener.

[0006] In another aspect of the present disclosure, a personal care product is provided, comprising a cleaning composition, the cleaning composition comprising: a) at least one anionic surfactant selected from an amino acid surfactant, a sulfonate surfactant or a combination thereof, the total amount of which is 0.01 wt % to 40 wt % relative to the total weight of the composition; b) at least one amphoteric surfactant, the total amount of which is 2 wt % to 10 wt % relative to the total weight of the composition; c) at least one nonionic surfactant, the total amount of which is 0.05 wt % to 10 wt % relative to the total weight of the composition; and at least one nonionic thickener.

[0007] In another aspect of the present disclosure, a method for treating a keratin surface is provided, the method comprising applying a composition comprising: a) at least one anionic surfactant selected from an amino acid surfactant, a sulfonate surfactant or a combination thereof, in a total amount of 0.01 wt % to 40 wt % relative to the total weight of the composition, b) at least one amphoteric surfactant, in a total amount of 2 wt % to 10 wt % relative to the total weight of the composition, c) at least one nonionic surfactant, in a total amount of 0.05 wt % to 10 wt % relative to the total weight of the composition, and at least one nonionic thickener to obtain a foam, and rinsing off the composition.

[0008] These and other features, aspects and advantages of the subject matter will be better understood with reference to the following description and the appended claims. This summary is provided to introduce a selection of some concepts in a simplified form. This summary is not intended to identify key features or essential features of the claimed subject matter, nor is it intended to be used to limit the scope of the claimed subject matter. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION Those skilled in the art will appreciate that, in addition to the specific description, the present disclosure may also undergo other changes and modifications. It should be understood that the present disclosure includes all such changes and modifications. The present disclosure also includes all such steps, features, compositions and compounds mentioned or indicated in this specification, either individually or collectively, and any or all combinations of any or multiple such steps or features.

[0010] definition For convenience, before further describing the present disclosure, some terms used in the specification and examples will be explained here. These definitions should be read in conjunction with the remainder of the present disclosure and are generally understood by those skilled in the art. The terms used herein have meanings known and recognized by those skilled in the art, but for convenience and completeness, specific terms and their meanings will be explained below.

[0011] The articles “a,” “an,” and “the” are used to refer to one or to more than one (ie to at least one) of the grammatical object of the article.

[0012] The terms "comprising / include" and "including / enclosed" are used in an inclusive, open sense, meaning that other elements may be included. They are not intended to be interpreted as "consisting only of..."

[0013] The term "at least one" is used to mean one or more than one and thus includes single components as well as mixtures / combinations.

[0014] Throughout the specification, unless the context requires otherwise, the word "comprises" and variations such as "comprises" and "comprising", will be understood to mean the inclusion of stated elements or steps or groups of elements or steps but not the exclusion of any other elements or steps or groups of elements or steps.

[0015] The term "includes" is used to mean "including but not limited to." "Includes" and "including but not limited to" are used interchangeably.

[0016] The term "about" is used to indicate an acceptable error range for a particular value as determined by one of ordinary skill in the art, which range may depend in part on how the value is measured or determined, i.e., the limitations of the measurement system. For example, "about" may mean within 1 standard deviation or within more than 1 standard deviation in practice in the art. When describing a particular value in this disclosure, unless otherwise indicated, it should be assumed that the term "about" means within an acceptable error range for the particular value.

[0017] The term "INCI" is an abbreviation for the International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients, which is a system of names for identifying beauty or personal care ingredients provided by the International Nomenclature Committee of the Personal Care Products Association.

[0018] Unless otherwise stated, all percentages, parts and ratios are based on the gross weight of the disclosed composition. Ratios, concentrations, amounts and other numerical data may be presented in this article in the form of ranges. It should be understood that such ranges are used only for convenience and brevity, and should be flexibly interpreted as not only including the numerical values ​​clearly listed as range limits, but also including all single numerical values ​​or sub-ranges covered within the range, as each numerical value and sub-range are clearly listed. For example, a percentage range of about 0.05% to 10% should be interpreted as not only including the clearly listed limits of about 0.05% to about 10%, but also including sub-ranges, such as 0.05% to 5%, 6% to 10%, etc., and a single amount (including fractional values) within a specified range, such as 2.84% and 3%.

[0019] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which the present disclosure belongs. Although any methods and materials similar or equivalent to those described herein can be used in the practice or testing of the present disclosure, preferred methods and materials are now described.

[0020] The present disclosure is not to be limited in scope by the specific embodiments described herein, which are intended for purposes of illustration only. Functionally equivalent products, compositions, and methods are clearly within the scope of the present disclosure, as described herein.

[0021] The present disclosure relates to a composition, preferably a cleaning composition. The disclosed embodiments of the present disclosure include a cleaning composition, a personal care product containing the composition, and a method for treating a keratin surface (e.g., skin). Various embodiments herein disclose a cleaning composition, particularly a transparent essence-like cleaning composition comprising a combination of a surfactant and a nonionic thickener. The embodiments of the present disclosure provide a cleaning composition that is mild, has a low pH, is suitable for all types of skin, can foam, is stable, and is transparent over a wide range of time and temperature. Generally speaking, most cleaning compositions on the market are rough, have stability issues at higher temperatures, and are not transparent enough. In addition, consumers' expectations have also increased, and they expect that the cleaning composition can not only clean, but also provide other benefits, such as controlling acne, nourishing the skin, brightening effects, repairing the skin, cooling effects, etc. Therefore, it has become a pressing need to provide a multifunctional cosmetic cleaning composition that can provide improved sensory and aesthetic properties both in single and repeated use. Therefore, the present disclosure provides a cleaning composition that is mild, transparent, foamable, provides anti-acne properties, and skin repair and nourishing skin effects.

[0022] Composition According to one embodiment of the present invention, the composition is a cleaning composition for keratin surfaces, especially skin. In addition, the composition is mild to skin lipids and proteins, provides acne control, and further provides enhanced skin benefits, such as oil control, balanced moisturizing, even skin tone, reduced acne marks, and skin radiance. In addition, the texture of the composition according to the embodiment of the present invention is serum-like, easy to apply, has optimized foam, and is suitable for use with minimal water. The composition according to the embodiment of the present invention is mild, transparent, and stable, even at higher temperatures for a long period of time. Therefore, the composition comprises: a) at least one anionic surfactant selected from amino acid surfactants, sulfonate surfactants or combinations thereof, the total amount of which is 0.01% to 40% by weight relative to the total weight of the composition; b) at least one amphoteric surfactant, the total amount of which is 2% to 10% by weight relative to the total weight of the composition; c) at least one nonionic surfactant, the total amount of which is 0.05% to 10% by weight relative to the total weight of the composition; and d) at least one nonionic thickener. The composition further comprises at least one active agent selected from a cooling agent, an antioxidant, a skin care agent, an exfoliating active agent or a combination thereof. The composition further comprises the use of an additive selected from a fragrance, a moisturizer, a chelating agent, a neutralizing agent or a combination thereof. The composition of the present disclosure is transparent for at least 8 weeks at a temperature of 25° C. to 50° C. The pH of the composition is 5 to 5.5, and the viscosity is 400 to 3000 cps, preferably 500 to 2500 cps.

[0023] Anionic surfactants The composition according to the embodiments of the present invention comprises at least one anionic surfactant selected from an amino acid surfactant, a sulfonate surfactant or a combination thereof. The term "anionic surfactant" refers to a surfactant that contains only anionic groups as ionic groups or ionizable groups. A surfactant is referred to as "anionic" when it carries at least one permanent negative charge, or can be ionized into a negatively charged species under the conditions of use of the disclosed composition (e.g., medium or pH), and does not contain any cationic charge.

[0024] The anionic surfactant is preferably selected from sulfonate surfactants and amino acid surfactants. Combinations of these surfactants may also be used.

[0025] When the anionic surfactant is in salt form, the salt may be selected from alkali metal salts (e.g. sodium or potassium salts), ammonium salts, amine salts (and in particular amino alcohol salts) and alkaline earth metal salts (e.g. magnesium salts). Examples of amino alcohol salts that may be mentioned include monoethanolamine salts, diethanolamine salts and triethanolamine salts, monoisopropanolamine salts, diisopropanolamine salts or triisopropanolamine salts, 2-amino-2-methyl-1-propanol salts, 2-amino-2-methyl-1,3-propanediol salts and tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane salts. Preferably, alkali metal salts or alkaline earth metal salts are used, and in particular sodium salts or magnesium salts.

[0026] In one embodiment, the anionic surfactant is present in a total amount of 0.01 wt% to 40 wt%, preferably 0.1 wt% to 20 wt%, and more preferably 0.3 wt% to 10 wt%, relative to the total weight of the composition.

[0027] Sulfonate anionic surfactants that can be used contain at least one sulfonic acid functional group (-SO 3 H or -SO 3 – ).

[0028] It can be chosen from alkyl sulfonates, alkyl aryl sulfonates, alkyl sulfosuccinates, alkyl sulfoacetates, alkyl ether sulfosuccinates, alkane sulfonates, acyl isethionates, olefin sulfonates or combinations thereof; and salts of these compounds. The alkyl group of the compound comprises 6 to 30 carbon atoms, especially 12 to 28 carbon atoms, preferably 14 to 24 carbon atoms, or even 16 to 22 carbon atoms; the aryl group preferably represents a phenyl or benzyl group; these compounds may be polyoxyalkylenated, especially polyoxyethylenated, and preferably comprise 1 to 50 ethylene oxide units, and more preferably 2 to 10 ethylene oxide units.

[0029] In one embodiment, the sulfonate surfactant is selected from C 6 -C24 , and especially C 12 -C 20 Alkyl ether sulfosuccinates, especially oxyethylated lauryl sulfosuccinates, preferably disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, which is commercially available under the name TEXAPON SB 3 UNKONS from BASF.

[0030] In another embodiment, the sulfonate surfactant is selected from C 6 -C 24 And especially C 12 -C 20 Alkyl sulfoacetate, especially lauryl sulfoacetate, more preferably sodium lauryl sulfoacetate. In one embodiment, the sulfonate surfactant is selected from alkyl ether sulfosuccinate, alkyl sulfoacetate or a combination thereof. In one embodiment, the sulfonate surfactant is present in an amount of 0.1 wt % to 15 wt %, preferably 0.5 wt % to 7.5 wt %, relative to the total weight of the composition.

[0031] The anionic surfactant is selected from the amino acid surfactant of formula (I): (I) in Z represents a straight-chain or branched alkyl or alkenyl group having 8 to 22 carbon atoms, X is hydrogen or methyl, n is 0 or 1, Y is selected from hydrogen, -CH 3 、-CH(CH 3 ) 2 、-CH 2 CH(CH 3 ) 2 、-CH(CH 3 )CH 2 CH 3 、-CH 2 C 6 H 5 、-CH 2 C 2 H 4 OH, -CH 2 OH, -CH(OH)CH 3 、-(CH 2 ) 4 NH 2 、-(CH 2 ) 3 NHC(NH)NH 2 、-CH 2 C(O)O - M + 、-(CH2 ) 2 C(O)OH and -(CH 2 ) 2 C(O)O - M + , and M is a salt-forming cation, where COO - as counter anion.

[0032] Examples of amino acid surfactants include, but are not limited to, salts of alanine, arginine, aspartic acid, glutamic acid, glycine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, phenylalanine, serine, tyrosine, valine, sarcosine, and any mixture thereof. Preferably, the amino acid surfactant comprises glutamate, sarcosinate, or a combination thereof.

[0033] More specifically, the amino acid surfactant is selected from dipotassium capryloyl glutamate, dipotassium undecylenoyl glutamate, disodium capryloyl glutamate, disodium cocoyl glutamate, disodium lauroyl glutamate, disodium stearoyl glutamate, disodium undecylenoyl glutamate, potassium capryloyl glutamate, potassium cocoyl glutamate, potassium lauroyl glutamate, potassium myristoyl glutamate, potassium stearoyl glutamate, potassium undecylenoyl glutamate, sodium capryloyl glutamate, sodium cocoyl glutamate, sodium lauroyl glutamate, sodium myristoyl glutamate, sodium oliveoyl glutamate, sodium palmitoyl glutamate, sodium stearoyl glutamate, sodium undecylenoyl glutamate, potassium lauroyl sarcosinate, potassium cocoyl sarcosinate, sodium cocoyl sarcosinate, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, sodium myristoyl sarcosinate, sodium oleoyl sarcosinate, sodium palmitoyl sarcosinate, ammonium lauroyl sarcosinate, or a combination thereof.

[0034] Reference may be made to commercially available amino acid surfactants, such as acyl sarcosinates, for example sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, marketed by Ciba under the name Sarkosyl NL 97 ® Sold or by SEPPIC under the name Oramix L 30 ® Sold, Sodium Myristoyl Sarcosinate, by Nikkol Corporation under the name Nikkol Sarcosinate MN ® Sold as Sodium Palmitoyl Sarcosinate, or Nikkol Sarcosinate PN by Nikkol Corporation ® Sold; N-acyl glutamates, such as triethanolamine monococoyl glutamate, sold by Ajinomoto under the name Acylglutamate CT-12 ® Sold, and triethanolamine lauroyl glutamate, by Ajinomoto Corporation under the name Acylglutamate LT-12 ® Sale; and any mixture thereof.

[0035] In a preferred embodiment, the amino acid surfactant is selected from disodium cocoyl glutamate, disodium lauroyl glutamate, sodium cocoyl glutamate, sodium lauroyl glutamate, sodium cocoyl glutamate, sodium cocoyl sarcosinate, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, or a combination thereof.

[0036] In one embodiment, the total amount of the amino acid surfactant is 0.01 to 23 wt%, preferably 0.1 to 10 wt%, relative to the total weight of the composition.

[0037] In one embodiment, the anionic surfactant optionally further comprises an alkyl phosphate, an alkyl ether phosphate, an alkyl succinate (salt), an acyl taurate or a combination thereof. Each of these compounds may be independently present in an amount of 0.01 wt % to 15 wt %, preferably 3 wt % to 15 wt %, and more preferably 5 wt % to 13 wt %, relative to the total weight of the composition.

[0038] Amphoteric surfactant Compositions according to embodiments herein comprise at least one amphoteric surfactant.

[0039] The term "amphoteric surfactant" as used herein refers to a surfactant having both anionic groups and cationic groups as ionizable groups. In one embodiment of the present disclosure, an entity is defined as "amphoteric" when it is able to switch between anionic properties, isoelectric neutral states, and cationic properties under the conditions of use of the composition of the present disclosure (e.g., medium, pH).

[0040] The one or more amphoteric surfactants used in the composition according to the embodiments of the present invention may be optionally quaternized amine derivatives containing at least one anionic group, such as a carboxylate, sulfonate, sulfate, phosphate or phosphonate group, and wherein the aliphatic group or at least one aliphatic group is a straight chain or branched chain containing 8 to 22 carbon atoms. According to a specific embodiment of the present disclosure, the amphoteric surfactant is selected from (C 8 -C 20 ) alkyl betaine, sulfo betaine, (C 8 -C 20 Alkyl) amide (C 2 -C 8 Alkyl) betaine, (C 8 -C 20 Alkyl) amide (C 2 -C 8 Alkyl) sulfobetaine, (C 8 -C 14 Acyl)amphoacetate, (C 8 -C 14 acyl)ampholyl glycinate or a combination thereof.

[0041] In one embodiment, (C 8 -C 20 ) The alkyl betaine is selected from behenyl betaine, cetyl betaine, cocoyl betaine, decyl betaine or a combination thereof. Among the alkyl betaines, cocoyl betaine is preferred, such as the product sold by Rhodia under the trade name Mirataine® BB / FLA.

[0042] In one embodiment, the amphoteric surfactant comprises an optionally quaternized amine derivative having the following structures (III) and (IV), respectively: R a -CON(Z)CH 2 -(CH 2 ) m -N + (R b )(R c )(CH 2 COO - ) (III) in: R a Represents C 10 -C 30 an alkyl or alkenyl group, preferably an alkyl or alkenyl group present in hydrolyzed coconut oil, a heptyl group, a nonyl group or an undecyl group, R b represents hydrogen, alkyl or β-hydroxyethyl, R c represents hydrogen, alkyl or carboxymethyl; m is equal to 0, 1 or 2, Z represents a hydrogen atom or a hydroxyethyl group or a carboxymethyl group; R a' -CON(Z)CH 2 -(CH 2 ) m' -N(B)(B') (IV) in: B stands for -CH 2 CH 2 OX', where X' represents -CH 2 -COOH, CH 2 -COOZ'、-CH 2 CH 2 -COOH, -CH 2 CH 2 -COOZ' or hydrogen atom, B' represents -(CH 2 ) z-Y', wherein z = 1 or 2, and Y' represents -COOH, -COOZ', -CH 2 -CHOH-SO 3 H or -CH 2 -CHOH-SO 3 Z', m' is equal to 0, 1 or 2, Z represents a hydrogen atom or a hydroxyethyl or carboxymethyl group, Z' represents an ion resulting from an alkali metal or alkaline earth metal (for example sodium, potassium or magnesium); an ammonium ion; or an ion resulting from an organic amine (and in particular an amino alcohol), for example mono-, di- and triethanolamine, mono-, di- or triisopropanolamine, 2-amino-2-methyl-1-propanol, 2-amino-2-methyl-1,3-propanediol and tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane, R a' Represents C 10 -C 30 Alkyl or alkenyl groups, preferably alkyl or alkenyl groups present in hydrolyzed linseed oil or coconut oil, alkyl groups, especially C 17 Alkyl, its isomers, or unsaturated C 17 Group.

[0043] In particular, according to one embodiment, the amphoteric surfactant may be a betaine-based amphoteric surfactant, for example, (C 8 -C 20 ) alkyl betaine, sulfo betaine, (C 8 -C 20 Alkyl) amide (C 2 -C 8 Alkyl) betaine and (C 8 -C 20 Alkyl) amide (C 2 -C 8 Preferably, the amphoteric surfactant is selected from (C 8 -C 20 ) alkyl betaine, (C 8 -C 20 ) alkylamide (C 2 -C 8 ) alkyl betaine or a combination thereof. Preferably, the amphoteric surfactant is selected from cocamidopropyl betaine (CAPB), coconut oil betaine or a combination thereof.

[0044] In one embodiment, the total amount of amphoteric surfactants present in the composition is in an amount of 2 wt% to 10 wt%, preferably 3 wt% to 7 wt%, and more preferably 4 wt% to 6 wt%, relative to the total weight of the composition.

[0045] Nonionic surfactants The composition according to the embodiments herein provides a composition comprising at least one nonionic surfactant. In one embodiment, the nonionic surfactant is selected from alkyl polyglucosides, acyl glucosamides, fatty amides, oxyalkylened glycerides or combinations thereof.

[0046] Nonionic surfactants include alkyl polyglucosides of formula (II): R 1 O-(R 2 O) t -(G) v (II) in, R 1 is a linear or branched alkyl or alkenyl group containing 6 to 24 carbon atoms, preferably 8 to 18 carbon atoms, or an alkylphenyl group whose linear or branched alkyl group contains 6 to 24 carbon atoms, preferably 8 to 18 carbon atoms, R 2 is an alkylene group containing 2 to 4 carbon atoms, G is a sugar unit containing 5 to 6 carbon atoms, t is 0 to 4, and preferably a value between 0 and 2, and v is 1 to 10, and preferably a value between 1 and 4.

[0047] The glycosidic bonds between sugar units are usually of 1-6 or 1-4 type, and preferably of 1-4 type. Preferably, the alkyl polyglucoside surfactant is an alkyl polyglucoside surfactant, more preferably, the alkyl polyglucoside is C 8 / C 16 Alkyl polyglucoside, and in particular selected from decyl glucoside, octyl / decyl glucoside or a combination thereof.

[0048] Among the commercially available products, mention may be made of the products sold under the names Plantaren® (600 CS / U, 1200 and 2000) or Plantacare® (818, 1200 and 2000) by the company Cognis, the products sold under the names Oramix CG 110 and Oramix® NS 10 by the company SEPPIC, the product sold under the name Lutensol GD 70 by the company BASF or the product sold under the name AG10 LK by the company Chem Y.

[0049] In one embodiment, the nonionic surfactant present in the composition comprises an acyl glucamide selected from lauroyl / myristoyl methyl glucamide, capryloyl / capryloyl methyl glucamide, lauroyl methyl glucamide, myristoyl methyl glucamide, capryloyl methyl glucamide, capryloyl methyl glucamide, cocoyl methyl glucamide, capryloyl / capryloyl methyl glucamide, cocoyl methyl glucamide, lauryl methyl glucamide, oleoyl methyl glucamide oleate, stearyl methyl glucamide stearate, sunflower oleoyl methyl glucamide, tocopheryl succinate methyl glucamide or a combination thereof. Preferably, the acyl glucamide is lauroyl / myristoyl methyl glucamide, commercially available as Glucotain Flex.

[0050] In other embodiments, the nonionic surfactant further comprises fatty amides, oxyalkylene glycerides, or combinations thereof. In one embodiment, the fatty amide is selected from cocamide MEA (coconut monoethanolamide), cocamide MIPA (coconut monoisopropanolamide), cocamide DEA (coconut diethanolamide), cocamide DIPA (coconut diisopropanolamine), lauramide MEA (lauryl monoethanolamide), lauramide DEA (lauryl diethanolamide), or combinations thereof.

[0051] In another embodiment, the nonionic surfactant may also be selected from oxyalkylened glycerides. Oxyalkylened glycerides are specifically polyoxyethylated derivatives of esters of glycerol with fatty acids and hydrogenated derivatives thereof. These oxyalkylened glycerides may be selected, for example, from hydrogenated and oxyalkylened esters of glycerol with fatty acids, such as PEG-200 hydrogenated glyceryl palmitate sold under the name Rewoderm LI-S 80 by the company Goldschmidt; oxyethylated glyceryl cocoate, such as PEG-7 glyceryl cocoate sold under the name Tegosoft GC by the company Goldschmidt, and PEG-30 glyceryl cocoate sold under the name Rewoderm LI-63 by the company Goldschmidt; and mixtures thereof.

[0052] In one embodiment, the total amount of nonionic surfactants is 0.05 wt% to 10 wt%, preferably 0.1 wt% to 6 wt%, more preferably 0.2 wt% to 3 wt%, relative to the total weight of the composition.

[0053] Nonionic thickener The composition according to the present disclosure is a clear cleaning composition and comprises at least one nonionic thickener which provides desirable textural characteristics to the composition.

[0054] In one embodiment, at least one nonionic thickener is present in the composition. In another embodiment, at least one thickener is selected from synthetic polymer thickeners. In other embodiments, at least one thickener is selected from thickeners that form clear compositions that provide cleanliness and flushability. In a preferred embodiment, the nonionic thickener is selected from PEG (polyethylene glycol) -150-distearate, PEG-150 pentaerythritol tetrastearate, or a combination thereof.

[0055] In one embodiment, the total amount of nonionic thickener is 0.1 wt% to 2.5 wt%, preferably 1 wt% to 2 wt%, relative to the total weight of the composition.

[0056] Active Agent The composition according to the embodiments herein further comprises at least one active agent selected from cooling agents, antioxidants, skin care agents, exfoliating active agents or combinations thereof. The active agent is selected in such a way as to provide an enhanced cosmetic effect, such as cooling effect, anti-keratin exfoliation, antibacterial, gentle exfoliation, anti-oxidation, skin care, skin repair, oil control, anti-acne, etc. The composition according to the embodiments herein is suitable for dissolving at least one active agent, in particular a hydrophobic active agent, while providing a clear and transparent composition.

[0057] The composition according to the embodiments herein comprises one or more active agents selected from the group consisting of menthol, methyl diisopropyl propionamide, menthyl lactate, menthone glyceryl acetal, menthyl lactate, ethyl menthane carboxamide, menthoxypropanediol, vitamin E, salicylic acid, β-hydroxybutyric acid, tropic acid, tresocaic acid, panthenol, lactic acid, glycolic acid, mandelic acid, citric acid, malic acid, tartaric acid, lactobionic acid, gluconic acid or its esters, zinc gluconate, zinc sulfate, zinc pyrrolidone formate, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, vitamin C, ascorbyl glucoside, ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, phenoxyethanol, niacinamide, or a combination thereof.

[0058] The amount of at least one active agent according to the embodiments herein may vary independently. In one embodiment, the composition comprises at least one active agent in a total amount of 0.01 wt% to 20 wt%, preferably 0.05 wt% to 13 wt%, relative to the total weight of the composition.

[0059] additive Compositions according to embodiments herein may also include one or more additives, particularly cosmetic additives, which may be selected from spices, humectants, chelating agents, neutralizers or combinations thereof. The example of additives includes but is not limited to sorbitol, mannitol, xylitol, maltitol, maltitol syrup, lactitol, erythritol, isomalt, glycerol, propylene glycol, tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid, essential oils, etc. It should be appreciated that those skilled in the art will carefully select optional additives and / or their amounts so that the excellent properties of the compositions used according to the present invention will not be adversely affected by the addition of expectation. All such embodiments comprising optional additives are to be understood as being encompassed within the scope of the present disclosure.

[0060] water The composition according to embodiments herein comprises water in an amount ranging from 30 to 90 wt%, preferably from 40 to 85 wt%, more preferably from 50 to 80 wt%, relative to the total weight of the composition.

[0061] product One embodiment of the present disclosure relates to a product, preferably a personal care product comprising a composition disclosed herein. In another embodiment, the product may comprise one or more active agents and optional additives. Another embodiment relates to a transparent product having a pH of 5 to 5.5.

[0062] Methods and uses According to one embodiment, the present disclosure is directed to a method of treating a keratin material comprising the step of applying a composition of the present disclosure to the keratin material. In another embodiment, the present disclosure is directed to a method of treating skin or hair.

[0063] Preferably, the present disclosure relates to a method of treating skin acne, comprising the step of applying the composition of the present disclosure to the skin.

[0064] According to one embodiment, the present disclosure also relates to the use of the composition of the present disclosure for treating or cleaning keratin surfaces, such as skin or hair. In another embodiment, the present disclosure relates to the use of the composition of the present disclosure as a makeup remover.

[0065] According to one embodiment, the present disclosure also relates to the use of the composition of the present disclosure for treating skin acne.

[0066] Although the present disclosure has been described in considerable detail with reference to certain embodiments and implementations thereof, other embodiments may encompass modifications and variations of the present disclosure. Example

[0067] The present disclosure will now be described using examples, which are intended to illustrate the implementation of the present disclosure, rather than to restrictively imply any limitation to the scope of the present disclosure. Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as those generally understood by those of ordinary skill in the art to which the present disclosure belongs. Although methods and materials similar or equivalent to the methods and materials described herein can be used when practicing the disclosed methods and compositions, only exemplary methods, devices and materials are described herein. It should be understood that the present disclosure is not limited to the specific methods and experimental conditions described, and such methods and conditions are applicable.

[0068] In the following examples, unless otherwise specified, all percentages are based on the weight of the total weight of the composition. The percentages are the weight percentages of the active ingredients or active substances.

[0069] Example 1 Cleaning composition Cleaning compositions C(1) to C(6) according to the present disclosure provided in Table 1 were prepared as follows.

[0070] The method comprises mixing the phase A ingredients with water at a temperature of about 75 to 80° C. to obtain a first mixture. The phase B ingredients are added to the main container together with the first mixture at a temperature of about 75 to 80° C. and homogenized to obtain a second mixture. Then, the phase C ingredients are added to the second mixture at about 75 to 80° C., mixed thoroughly and cooled to below 65° C. to obtain a third mixture. The phase D ingredients are premixed and then added to the third mixture, and then the phase E ingredients are added at about 45 to 50° C. and mixed under continuous stirring to finally obtain a clear and uniform composition.

[0071] Similarly, comparative compositions CP(1) to CP(10) were prepared with the ingredient groups shown in Table 2 below in their respective weight %.

[0072] Table 1

[0073] Table 2

[0074] Example 2 Evaluation of composition Viscosity measurement The viscosity of the composition prepared in Example 1 was measured using an LR Lamy rheometer (Rheometer RM200 Touch with M3 spindle). Each test composition was filled into a cup fixed in the frame of the instrument, and then the viscosity was measured. The final reading at 600 seconds was recorded.

[0075] Determination of foam volume Prepare a 1% sample solution containing the test composition and hard water. The sample solution is mixed at a constant speed for a period of about 60 seconds and then transferred to a graduated cylinder. The foam is leveled and the foam volume of each sample solution is recorded.

[0076] pH Measurement The pH of the test composition was measured using a Mettlor Toledo pH meter, calibrated with buffer. The pH of the composition was measured at room temperature, about 25°C.

[0077] Measurement of transepidermal water loss (TEWL) Clean the surface of the stratum corneum (SC) sample with isooctane and place the sample in a container of TEWL. Then immerse the sample container in Evian water to wet the SC and then dry it in ambient atmosphere for at least 1 hour. The surface of the SC sample was pre-wetted with 10 μl of a mixture of water and n-propanol (8:2) and then conditioned in a glove box with a controlled atmosphere (30°C, 30% RH) for 8 hours. Record the reference TEWL measurement value "T0".

[0078] The SC samples were then immersed in the test composition diluted 4 times (25%) with Évian water for 2 hours, gently agitated on a shaker, and rinsed three times in succession with Évian water. The samples were left at room temperature for at least 4 hours to ensure drying. The SC samples were then placed in a temperature and humidity controlled chamber and equilibrated at 30°C and 30%RH. After overnight equilibration, the TEWL measurement "T1" was recorded.

[0079] Zein score The irritation of surfactants in the composition was evaluated using the Zein Solubility Test, where Zein is a yellow corn protein similar to keratin found in the skin, has limited solubility in water and is denatured (dissolved) by surfactants. The ability of surfactants to denature and dissolve zein is related to its skin irritation potential. Soluble zein was measured using a modified Lowry method using a spectrophotometer. The absorbance is related to the solubility of zein, which in turn is considered a measure of the irritation potential or irritation of the product. The irritation of the analyzed samples was graded and compared using a 1.5% sodium laureate sulfate (SLS) solution as a positive control. The irritation data of the test compositions are expressed as a percentage of the SLS score.

[0080] Appearance and texture analysis The appearance and texture of the compositions were analyzed using a Datacolor light box. The test samples were placed in a clear glass beaker against the black background of the Datacolor light box. The light source was adjusted and each test composition was observed for any particles or cloudiness or translucency.

[0081] Customer feedback To understand the cosmetic potential of the composition (for dry or wet face), a customer study was conducted. The study was conducted on 16 customers aged between 18 and 24 years. Customers were asked to provide feedback on texture, translucency and radiance.

[0082] Instrument testing According to the standard protocol ASTM 2783, the test microorganism Propionibacterium acnes ATCC 11827 ( Cutibacterium acnes ATCC 11827), the antimicrobial activity of the compositions was evaluated at a temperature of 25°C ± 1°C. The test compositions were neat (NEAT) C(7) and C(7) diluted to 75% in water. The % bactericidal activity was measured over a period of 1 minute.

[0083] Example 3 result Viscosity measurement The viscosity of the composition of the present disclosure and the comparative composition at different time periods and temperatures was measured. The obtained viscosity values ​​are shown in Table 3 below.

[0084] Table 3 ND-not detected.

[0085] It can be observed that the viscosity of the disclosed composition is within the desirable range of 400 to 3000 cps, while the comparative composition exhibits a very low viscosity, is therefore easy to flow, and is not suitable for easy spreading and retention on the skin. The good viscosity of the disclosed composition can be attributed to the combination of anionic and nonionic surfactants. It can be noted that CP (1) and CP (2) do not contain nonionic surfactants, while CP (3) does not contain anionic surfactants (e.g., sulfonate surfactants), which is different from the disclosed composition. The disclosed composition presents an essence-like appearance with a desirable viscosity that is easy to spread on wet and dry skin. In addition, the disclosed composition provides the possibility of staying on the skin for 1 to 5 minutes, thereby providing sufficient time for skin nourishment.

[0086] Determination of foam volume The foam volume of the disclosed and comparative compositions was measured and is tabulated below. It was observed that the combination of surfactants (e.g., anionic, amphoteric, and nonionic surfactants) disclosed herein provided better foam volume compared to compositions not containing the combination of these surfactants.

[0087] Table 4

[0088] pH Measurement The measured pH of the composition is shown in Table 5 below, wherein the composition is in a favorable pH range of 5 to 5.5 even at elevated temperature.

[0089] Table 5

[0090] TEWL and zein measurements TEWL analysis and zein measurement were performed on the compositions of the present disclosure and the comparative compositions according to the above protocol, and the corresponding values ​​are shown in Table 6 below.

[0091] The disclosed compositions containing the surfactant combination do not compromise the integrity of the SC barrier and thus exhibit lower TEWL. In addition, the disclosed compositions are milder to skin proteins as they exhibit lower zein scores compared to compositions not containing the desired surfactant combination.

[0092] Table 6

[0093] Appearance and texture analysis Observations on the appearance and texture of the compositions are shown in Table 7. It can be clearly understood that the compositions of the present disclosure are transparent and stable even at higher temperatures for a long period of time, thereby providing increased storage stability and shelf life.

[0094] Table 7

[0095] Customer feedback 15 out of 16 consumers believe that the composition of the present disclosure is more preferred than their conventional cleaning products for the benefits of improving skin clarity, radiance, and controlling acne. After using the composition of the present disclosure, consumers experience significant benefits in terms of acne and clarity.

[0096] Instrument testing The antimicrobial activity study of the disclosed composition demonstrated that the composition was effective in killing microorganisms both in neat (NEAT) form and in its diluted form, as shown in Table 8 below. Thus, even in dilution, the cleansing composition was effective in killing microorganisms, demonstrating its enhanced cosmetic benefits.

[0097] Table 8

[0098] Thus, it is observed that the use of specific ingredients within the disclosed weight ranges as disclosed in various embodiments herein facilitates achieving cosmetic compositions having desired sensory properties and stability.

[0099] Advantages of the present disclosure The present disclosure provides a clean transparent composition comprising a combination of at least one anionic surfactant, at least one amphoteric surfactant, at least one nonionic surfactant and at least one nonionic thickener. The composition comprises an optimized weight ratio of the surfactant, which is capable of completely dissolving a wide range of active agents. In addition, the composition comprises an optimized content of active agents and additives, providing a variety of skin benefits. The composition is transparent, has a desirable essence-like texture, is easy to apply, has an optimized pH, and a desirable foaming property. The composition is transparent and stable for a long time at a higher temperature, thus showing higher storage stability and shelf life. The composition is mild, suitable for all skin types, and provides oil control and acne prevention. The composition includes treating acne and reducing acne marks. The composition provides instant and lasting moisturizing and ensures a smooth and even skin tone after its continued use.

Claims

1. A cleaning composition comprising: at least one anionic surfactant selected from amino acid surfactants, sulfonate surfactants or combinations thereof, the total amount of which is 0.01 wt % to 40 wt % relative to the total weight of the composition, at least one amphoteric surfactant in a total amount of 2% to 10% by weight relative to the total weight of the composition; at least one nonionic surfactant in a total amount of 0.05% to 10% by weight relative to the total weight of the composition; and At least one nonionic thickener.

2. The composition of claim 1, wherein the composition comprises at least one active agent.

3. The composition of claim 1, wherein the anionic surfactant further comprises an alkyl phosphate, an alkyl ether phosphate, an alkyl succinate, an acyl taurate, or a combination thereof.

4. The composition according to claim 1, wherein the total amount of the anionic surfactant is preferably 0.1 wt% to 20 wt%, and more preferably 0.3 wt% to 10 wt%, relative to the total weight of the composition.

5. The composition of claim 1, wherein the sulfonate surfactant is selected from the group consisting of alkyl sulfonates, alkyl aryl sulfonates, alkyl sulfosuccinates, alkyl sulfoacetates, alkyl ether sulfosuccinates, alkane sulfonates, acyl isethionates, olefin sulfonates, or combinations thereof.

6. The composition according to claim 1, wherein the total amount of sulfonate surfactant is 0.1 to 15 wt%, preferably 0.5 to 7.5 wt%, relative to the total weight of the composition.

7. The composition according to claim 1, wherein the amino acid surfactant is preferably selected from dipotassium capryloyl glutamate, dipotassium undecylenoyl glutamate, disodium capryloyl glutamate, disodium cocoyl glutamate, disodium lauroyl glutamate, disodium stearoyl glutamate, disodium undecylenoyl glutamate, potassium capryloyl glutamate, potassium cocoyl glutamate, potassium lauroyl glutamate, potassium myristoyl glutamate, potassium stearoyl glutamate, potassium undecylenoyl glutamate, sodium capryloyl glutamate, sodium cocoyl glutamate, sodium lauroyl glutamate, sodium myristoyl glutamate, sodium oliveoyl glutamate, sodium palmitoyl glutamate, sodium stearoyl glutamate, sodium undecylenoyl glutamate, potassium lauroyl sarcosinate, potassium cocoyl sarcosinate, sodium cocoyl sarcosinate, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, sodium myristoyl sarcosinate, sodium oleoyl sarcosinate, sodium palmitoyl sarcosinate, ammonium lauroyl sarcosinate or a combination thereof.

8. The composition according to claim 1, wherein the total amount of the amino acid surfactant is 0.01 to 23 wt%, preferably 0.1 to 10 wt%, relative to the total weight of the composition.

9. The composition according to claim 1, wherein the amphoteric surfactant is selected from (C 8 -C 20 ) alkyl betaine, sulfo betaine, (C 8 -C 20 Alkyl) amide (C 2 -C 8 Alkyl) betaine and (C 8 -C 20 Alkyl) amide (C 2 -C 8 Alkyl) sulfobetaine, (C 8 -C 14 Acyl)amphoacetate, (C 8 -C 14 Acyl) amphoteric glycinate or a combination thereof, preferably (C 8 -C 20 Alkyl) amide (C 2 -C 8 Alkyl) betaine.

10. The composition according to claim 1, wherein the total amount of the amphoteric surfactant is preferably 3 to 7 wt%, and more preferably 4 to 6 wt%, relative to the total weight of the composition.

11. The composition according to claim 1, wherein the nonionic surfactant is selected from alkyl polyglucosides, acyl glucosamides, fatty amides, oxyalkylenediglycerides or combinations thereof.

12. The composition of claim 11, wherein the alkyl polyglucoside has formula (II): R 1 O-(R 2 YOU ARE) t -(G) v (II) in, R 1 is a linear or branched alkyl or alkenyl group containing 6 to 24 carbon atoms, preferably 8 to 18 carbon atoms, or an alkylphenyl group whose linear or branched alkyl group contains 6 to 24 carbon atoms, preferably 8 to 18 carbon atoms, R 2 is an alkylene group containing 2 to 4 carbon atoms, G is a sugar unit containing 5 to 6 carbon atoms, t is 0 to 4, and preferably a value between 0 and 2, and v is 1 to 10, and preferably a value between 1 and 4.

13. The composition of claim 11, wherein the acyl glucamide is selected from lauroyl methyl glucamide, myristoyl methyl glucamide, capryloyl methyl glucamide, caproyl methyl glucamide, cocoyl methyl glucamide, caproyl methyl glucamide, lauryl methyl glucamide, oleoyl methyl glucamide oleate, stearyl methyl glucamide stearate, sunflower seed oleoyl methyl glucamide, tocopheryl succinate methyl glucamide, or a combination thereof.

14. The composition according to claim 1, wherein the total amount of the nonionic surfactant is preferably 0.1 wt% to 6 wt%, more preferably 0.2 wt% to 3 wt%, relative to the total weight of the composition.

15. The composition of claim 1, wherein the nonionic thickener is selected from PEG (polyethylene glycol)-150-distearate, PEG-150 pentaerythritol tetrastearate, or a combination thereof.

16. The composition according to claim 1, wherein the total amount of the nonionic thickener is 0.1 wt% to 2.5 wt%, preferably 1 wt% to 2 wt%, relative to the total weight of the composition.

17. The composition of claim 2, wherein the active agent is selected from cooling agents, antioxidants, skin care agents, exfoliating active agents, or combinations thereof.

18. The composition according to claim 2, wherein the total amount of the active agent is 0.01 to 20% by weight, preferably 0.05 to 13% by weight, relative to the total weight of the composition.

19. The composition according to claim 1, further comprising at least one additive selected from the group consisting of fragrance, humectant, chelating agent, neutralizer or a combination thereof.

20. The composition according to claim 1, wherein the composition comprises at least one solvent, preferably water, in a total amount of 30 to 90 wt. %, preferably 40 to 85 wt. %, more preferably 50 to 80 wt. % relative to the total weight of the composition.

21. The composition of claim 1, wherein the composition is transparent at a temperature of 25°C to 50°C for at least 8 weeks.

22. The composition according to claim 1, wherein the composition has a pH of 5 to 5.5, and a viscosity of 400 to 3000 cps, preferably 500 to 2500 cps.

23. A personal care product comprising a cleaning composition as claimed in claim 1.

24. The personal care product of claim 23, wherein the product is transparent and has a pH in the range of 5 to 5.

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25. A method for treating a keratinous surface, the method comprising applying a composition as claimed in claim 1 to the keratinous surface to obtain a foam, and rinsing off the composition.

26. A method of treating skin acne which comprises applying to the skin a composition as claimed in claim 1.

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