Cosmetic composition comprising at least one alkanolamine, at least one amino acid, and at least one alkali metal or alkaline earth metal or ammonium hydroxide

EP4746976A1Pending Publication Date: 2026-05-27LOREAL SA

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
EP · EP
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
LOREAL SA
Filing Date
2024-07-18
Publication Date
2026-05-27

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing hair smoothing and straightening treatments often fail to provide long-lasting results while maintaining hair health, especially in terms of shape retention, frizz reduction, and color preservation.

Method used

A cosmetic composition comprising at least one alkanolamine, one or more amino acids or their derivatives, and one or more alkali metal, alkaline earth metal, or ammonium hydroxides, with specific ratios of these components to achieve effective hair smoothing and straightening.

Benefits of technology

The composition achieves long-lasting relaxation of curls, maintaining smoothness and reducing frizz for several weeks after treatment, while being gentle on all hair types, including sensitive hair, and preserving natural shine and manageability.

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Abstract

Cosmetic composition comprising at least one alkanolamine, at least one amino acid, and at least one alkali metal or alkaline earth metal or ammonium hydroxide The present invention relates to a cosmetic composition comprising at least one alkanolamine, at least one compound chosen from amino acids and their derivatives, and at least one alkali metal, alkaline earth metal or ammonium hydroxide. The invention also relates to a method for smoothing / straightening keratin fibres, in particular the hair, employing the composition of the invention. The invention further relates to the use of the composition for smoothing / straightening keratin fibres, in particular the hair.
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