OIL-IN-WATER EMULSIONS CONTAINING NON-ALCOHYDRATED WAX AND LATEX

Abstract

OIL-IN-WATER EMULSIONS CONTAINING NON-ALCOHYDRATED WAX AND LATEX The invention relates to oil-in-water (o / w) emulsion compositions comprising at least one latex and at least one non-alcoholized wax, wherein the emulsion compositions preferably contain a minimal amount of ingredients of animal origin and / or beeswax or are free from such ingredients, as well as processes including such compositions. Figure for abstract: none

Description

Title of the invention: OIL-IN-WATER EMULSIONS CONTAINING NON-ALCOHYDRATED WAX AND LATEX FIELD OF INVENTION

[0001] The present invention relates to oil-in-water (o / w) emulsion compositions comprising at least one latex and at least one non-alkoxylated wax. Preferably, the o / w emulsion compositions contain minimal amounts of ingredients of animal origin or are free from such ingredients. BACKGROUND DISCUSSION

[0002] Many cosmetic compositions contain ingredients of animal origin or natural beeswax to achieve a desired texture or properties. Due to growing concerns about how these ingredients are obtained, many consumers prefer to avoid cosmetics containing such ingredients, opting instead for products that do not rely on them.

[0003] However, without these ingredients, it may be difficult to obtain a desirable texture for the compositions, or it may be difficult to obtain other desirable properties such as, for example, volumizing and tubing properties (eliminating eyelashes into visible pieces) in a mascara composition.

[0004] Potentially relevant publications include:

[0005] US patent application 2007 / 0212316 discloses mascara compositions containing a latex polymer, a self-emulsifying wax in an amount of at least 15% by weight of the composition and water.

[0006] US patent 9,687,426 discloses compositions containing an aqueous phase and an emulsifying system, wherein the emulsifying system contains at least one C10-C30 alkyl phosphate and at least one C8-C24 fatty alkyl ether of polyethylene glycol, the ether comprising 1 to 19 ethylene glycol units and having an HLB<8 at 25°C.

[0007] Despite such references, there remains a need for improved cosmetic compositions with good properties, such as, for example, mascara compositions with good volumizing properties while maintaining good tubing (elimination) properties, while minimizing or preferably eliminating the amount of ingredients of animal origin and / or other ingredients with production processes perceived as problematic such as natural beeswax.

[0008] Accordingly, one aspect of the present invention is a cosmetic care composition and / or a makeup and / or treatment composition, in particular for eyelashes, which has good volumizing and tubing (elimination) properties while minimizing or preferably eliminating ingredients of animal origin and / or natural beeswax and offering resistance to water and / or sebum. Summary of the invention

[0009] The present invention relates to oil-in-water (oil / water) emulsion compositions comprising water, at least one latex, and at least one non-alkoxylated wax, wherein the compositions contain a weight ratio of non-alkoxylated wax to latex (active ingredient) of 1.0 or less. Preferably, the oil-in-water emulsion compositions further comprise at least one aqueous-phase film-forming agent and / or at least one surfactant. Preferably, the oil-in-water emulsion compositions are eyelash compositions, in particular mascara compositions, which further comprise at least one coloring agent. Preferably, the oil-in-water emulsion compositions contain minimal amounts of ingredients of animal origin or are free from such ingredients.

[0010] The present invention also relates to oil-in-water (o / w) emulsion compositions comprising water, at least one water-soluble natural gum, at least one latex, and at least one non-alkoxylated wax, wherein the compositions contain a non-alkoxylated wax to latex (active ingredient) weight ratio of 1.0 or less. Preferably, the o / w emulsion compositions further comprise at least one aqueous-phase film-forming agent and / or at least one surfactant. Preferably, the o / w emulsion compositions are eyelash compositions, in particular mascara compositions, which further comprise at least one coloring agent. Preferably, the o / w emulsion compositions contain minimal amounts of ingredients of animal origin or are free from such ingredients.

[0011] The present invention also relates to methods of treating, caring for, improving the appearance and / or making up eyelashes comprising applying compositions of the present invention to the eyelashes in sufficient quantity to treat, care for, improve the appearance and / or make up the eyelashes.

[0012] The present invention also relates to methods of volumizing eyelashes comprising the application of compositions of the present invention to the eyelashes in sufficient quantity to give volume to the eyelashes.

[0013] The present invention also relates to methods for improving the removal properties of a composition for eyelashes from visible eyelash pieces comprising the combination of at least one latex and at least one non-alkoxylated wax in a weight ratio of non-alkoxylated wax to latex (active ingredient) of 1.0 or less, and water during the formation of emulsion compositions so that the composition for eyelashes can be removed from the eyelashes in visible pieces during removal. Preferably, at least one aqueous film-forming agent and / or at least one surfactant and / or at least one colorant and / or at least one water-soluble natural gum are also added during the formation of the emulsion compositions. Preferably, the oil-in-water emulsion compositions are mascara compositions that further include at least one colorant. Preferably, the oil-in-water emulsion compositions contain minimal amounts of ingredients of animal origin or are free from such ingredients.

[0014] The present invention also relates to methods for producing oil-in-water (or oil-in-water) emulsion compositions capable of volumizing and / or plumping eyelashes after application. The methods comprise combining at least one latex and at least one non-alkoxylated wax in a non-alkoxylated wax-to-latex (active ingredient) weight ratio of 1.0 or less, and water during the formation of the emulsion compositions. Preferably, the compositions possess sebum- and / or water-resistant properties. Preferably, at least one aqueous-phase film-forming agent and / or at least one surfactant and / or at least one colorant and / or at least one water-soluble natural gum are also added during the formation of the emulsion compositions. Preferably, the oil-in-water emulsion compositions are eyelash compositions, in particular mascara compositions, which further comprise at least one colorant.Preferably, oil-in-water emulsion compositions contain minimal amounts of ingredients of animal origin or are free from such ingredients.

[0015] It must be understood that both the preceding general description and the detailed description that follows are provided by way of example and explanation only, and do not limit the invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0016] In the following description of the invention and the claims annexed thereto, it shall be understood that the terms used have their ordinary and usual meanings in the art, unless otherwise specified.

[0017] “Approximately” as used here means to within 10% of the number indicated (for example, "approximately 10%" means from 9% to 11% and "approximately 2%" means from 1.8% to 2.2%.

[0018] “Un” or “une” as used here means “at least one”.

[0019] As used here, all proposed ranges are intended to include each range specific within the given ranges, and all combinations of intermediate sub-ranges. Thus, a range from 1 to 5 specifically includes 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5, as well as the sub-ranges 2 to 5, 3 to 5, 2 to 3, 2 to 4, 1 to 4, etc.

[0020] “Film-forming”, “film-forming polymer” or “film-forming agent” as used herein means a polymer or resin that leaves a film on the substrate on which it is placed. is applied, for example, after a solvent accompanying the film-forming agent has evaporated, been absorbed into the substrate and / or dissipated onto it.

[0021] “Wax” as used herein means a lipophilic fatty compound that is solid at temperature ambient temperature (25 °C) and changes from solid to liquid reversibly, having a melting point above 30 °C and, for example, above 45 °C and a hardness above 0.5 MPa at room temperature.

[0022] “Surfactant” and “emulsifier” are used interchangeably throughout throughout this report.

[0023] “Substitute” as used herein means comprising at least one substitute. Non-limiting examples of substituents include atoms, such as oxygen and nitrogen atoms, as well as functional groups, such as hydroxyl groups, ether groups, alkoxy groups, acyloxyalkyl groups, oxyalkylene groups, polyoxyalkylene groups, carboxylic acid groups, amine groups, acylamino groups, amide groups, halogen-containing groups, ester groups, thiol groups, sulfonate groups, thiosulfate groups, siloxane groups, and polysiloxane groups. The substituent(s) may be further substituted.

[0024] “Volatile”, as used herein, means having a flash point below about 115°C.

[0025] By "non-volatile", as used here, is meant having a flash point above about 115°C.

[0026] “Polymer” as used herein means a compound that is made up of at least two monomers.

[0027] “Exempt” or “substantially exempt” or “devoid of” as used herein means that although it is preferable that no quantity of the specific component be present in the composition, it is possible that there may be very small quantities of it in the compositions of the invention provided that these quantities do not materially affect at least one, preferably most, of the advantageous properties of the compositions of the invention.Thus, for example, "free from ingredients of animal origin" means that an effective amount (i.e., greater than trace amounts) of ingredients of animal origin is omitted from the composition (i.e., about 0% by weight), "substantially free from ingredients of animal origin" means that one or more ingredients of animal origin is / are present in amounts not exceeding 0.1% by weight, and "free from ingredients of animal origin" means that one or more ingredients of animal origin is / are present in amounts not exceeding 0.25% by weight, relative to the total weight of the composition. The same nomenclature applies to all other ingredients identified throughout the application and in this paragraph, such as, for example, silicone oils (compositions of the invention which are "free of silicone oils", "substantially free of silicone oils" and "free of silicone oil" have). meanings consistent with the discussion within this paragraph), even if they are not specifically mentioned for each ingredient identified in the application. The examples cited of the use of such language as that in this paragraph are intended to be provided as examples, not as limitations.

[0028] “Makeup result” as used herein refers to compositions where the The color remains the same or substantially the same as at the time of application, as seen with the naked eye, after a prolonged period of time. The "Makeup Result" can be evaluated by assessing the long-lasting properties using any method known in the art for evaluating such properties. For example, long-lasting wear can be assessed by a test involving the application of a composition to keratinous materials such as eyelashes and evaluating the color of the composition after a prolonged period. For example, the color of a composition can be evaluated immediately after application to keratinous materials such as eyelashes, and these characteristics can then be re-evaluated and compared after a certain time. Furthermore, these characteristics can be evaluated in relation to other compositions, such as commercially available compositions.

[0029] “Keratinous material” or “keratin material” means natural nails, the lips, skin such as that of the face, body, hands and the area around the eyes, and keratin fibers such as hair, eyelashes, eyebrows, human hair, as well as synthetic additions, such as false eyelashes, false eyebrows, false nails, etc.

[0030] “Physiologically acceptable” means compatible with keratinous material and having a pleasant color, smell and feel, and which does not cause any unacceptable discomfort (tingling or pulling) likely to discourage a consumer from using the composition.

[0031] “Water-soluble” refers to the solubility of a compound in water at temperature ambient temperature or temperatures at which water comes out of a typical tap.

[0032] "Natural" as in the expression "natural compound" or "natural gum" refers to any compound derived directly from a natural substance such as a plant without having undergone any chemical modification.

[0033] “Compound (e.g. wax) of natural origin” means any compound derived of a natural compound that has undergone one or more chemical modifications, for example by organic synthesis reaction, without the properties of the natural compound having been modified.

[0034] “Synthetic compound” means any compound that is not a compound natural nor a compound of natural origin.

[0035] “Ambient temperature” means 25 °C.

[0036] “Atmospheric pressure” means 760 mmHg, i.e. 105 pascals.

[0037] By "tubing", we mean the elimination properties of a composition for the eyelashes, eyelashes in visible pieces.

[0038] The compositions and methods of the present invention may include, consist of, or essentially consist of the essential elements and limitations of the invention described herein, as well as any additional or optional ingredient, component, or limitation described herein or otherwise useful. For example, the aqueous-phase solvent system of the oil-in-water emulsion compositions of the invention may "essentially consist of" water and optionally at least one C2-C5 monoalcohol and / or at least one humectant (specifically, for example, a polyol).

[0039] For the purposes of the present invention, the "fundamental and innovative property" associated with the compositions, components and processes which "consist essentially of" the identified ingredients or actions is "both volumizing when applied to the eyelashes and tubing during the removal of the eyelashes".

[0040] Reference is made herein to trade names of materials comprising, in particular, polymers and optional components. The inventors herein do not intend to limit themselves to the materials described and referenced by a particular trade name. Equivalent materials (for example, those obtained from a different source under a different name or catalogue (reference) number) to those referenced by a trade name may be substituted and used in the processes described and claimed herein.

[0041] Unless otherwise stated, all percentages and ratios are calculated by weight. Unless otherwise stated, all percentages are calculated on the basis of the total weight of a composition. All component or composition levels refer to the active level of that component or composition and are understood to exclude impurities, for example, residual solvents or by-products, which may be present in commercially available sources. LATEX

[0042] According to the present invention, oil-in-water emulsion compositions comprising at least one latex are proposed. "Latex" is a colloidal dispersion of polymer particles in an aqueous liquid phase. The "latex" is generally obtained by suspension or emulsion polymerization or copolymerization of monomers according to processes well known to those skilled in the art. These monomers may be selected in particular from styrene, butadiene, tacrylonitrile, chloroprene, vinyl acetate, methanes, isoprene, isobutylene, and acrylic or methacrylic acid, maleic acid, crotonic acid, or itaconic acid, or their esters or amides.

[0043] Suitable latexes include polymer particles comprising at least one styrene group. Preferably, these latexes have average molecular weights greater than 100,000 Da, preferably greater than 120,000 Da, preferably greater than 135,000 Da, and preferably greater than 150,000 Da, including all intermediate ranges and sub-ranges.

[0044] Any styrene acrylate copolymer or derivative thereof may be suitable for use in the compositions of the present invention. The latex comprising at least one styrene group preferably has a glass transition temperature (Tg) ranging from about -15 °C to about 90 °C, such as from about 0 °C to about 50 °C, including all intermediate ranges and sub-ranges. For example, a copolymer comprising (1) styrene and ammonium acrylates, (2) acrylates, and / or (3) acrylic groups is suitable. A particularly preferred copolymer is a styrene / acrylates / ammonium methacrylate copolymer or a styrene-acrylic copolymer, commercial examples of which include SYNTRAN 5620 and SYNTRAN 5760 (with or without parabens), by Interpolymer Corporation; JONCRYL 77, by BASF Performance Chemicals; and RHOPLEX P376, by Dow Chemical Company.

[0045] Suitable latexes also include latexes that do not contain styrene groups. According to some embodiments, styrene-free latex groups are copolymers comprising two or more monomers selected from acrylic acid, methacrylic acid and their simple esters, for example, lower alkyl esters such as methyl, ethyl and ethylhexyl esters.For example, copolymers can be chosen from acrylate copolymers, ammonium acrylate copolymers, ethyl acrylate copolymers, acrylate / ethylhexyl acrylate copolymers, acrylate / octyl acrylate copolymers, alkyl (meth)acrylate copolymers, Ci2-C22 acrylate / alkyl methacrylate copolymers, ethyl acrylate / methacrylic acid copolymer, ethylhexyl acrylate / butyl acrylate / methacrylic acid, methyl methacrylate / butyl acrylate / methacrylic acid, and t-butyl acrylate / ethyl acrylate / methacrylic acid copolymer. Examples of commercially available acrylate copolymers include, but are not limited to, DAITOSOL 3000 SLPN, DAITOSOL 4000 SJT, DAITOSOL 5000 AD, DAITOSOL 5000 SJ, KOBOGUARD® 50A and KOBOGUARD® 50N sold by Kobo Products, Inc.

[0046] Preferably, at least one latex is present in the emulsion compositions of the present invention in an amount of active material (i.e., an amount not including the aqueous liquid phase of the latex) of about 1% to about 30%, preferably from about 4% to about 25%, and preferably from about 7.5% to about 15% by weight, relative to the total weight of the composition, including all intermediate ranges and sub-ranges, such as from 5% to 20%, from 10% to 20%, 8% to 18%, etc. NON-ALCOHYDRATED WAX

[0047] According to the present invention, oil-in-water emulsion compositions comprising at least one non-alkoxylated wax are proposed. "Non-alkoxylated" means that the wax is not self-emulsifying: for example, the wax does not contain sufficient alkoxylated groups such as polyethylene glycol (poly(oxyethylene)), polypropylene glycol (poly(oxypropylene)), etc., to give the wax self-emulsifying properties. Preferably, the non-alkoxylated waxes are free of alkoxylated groups. Preferably, the at least one non-alkoxylated wax has a melting point of at least 40 °C, preferably at least 50 °C, and preferably at least 60 °C.

[0048] Generally, non-alkoxylated waxes suitable for use in the w / h emulsion compositions of the invention are natural waxes and / or waxes of natural origin and / or straight-chain fatty acid or fatty alcohol compounds, and / or mixtures thereof, preferably containing between 8 and 40 carbon atoms, preferably between 16 and 36 carbon atoms. For example, synthetic beeswax, which is primarily a mixture of esters of straight-chain, even-numbered acids and alcohols containing 16 to 36 carbon atoms, is preferred for use in the compositions of the invention. Such synthetic beeswax is commercially available, for example, from Evonik Goldschmidt under the name Cyclochem 330.

[0049] Other examples include fatty alcohol waxes containing from about 8 to about 30 carbon atoms, preferably from about 12 to about 28 carbon atoms, and preferably from about 14 to about 24 carbon atoms, including, but not limited to, 8 to 24 carbon atoms, 12 to 16 carbon atoms, 16 to 22 carbon atoms, etc. The fatty alcohol wax may be saturated or unsaturated, linear or branched. Examples include cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol, behenyl alcohol, and mixtures thereof.Other examples of suitable fatty alcohol waxes include waxes comprising natural components (such as from one or more natural oils) and fatty alcohol components such as, for example, hydrogenated stearyl olive ester, commercially available from the supplier Sophim under the trade name Phytowax Olive 18 L 57, and hydrogenated myristyl olive ester, commercially available from the supplier Sophim under the trade name Phytowax Olive 14 L 48.

[0050] Appropriate examples of natural waxes that may be used in accordance with this disclosure include those commonly used in cosmetics: these include waxes such as carnauba wax, candelilla wax, ouricoury wax, Japanese wax, sunflower wax, cork or sugarcane fiber wax, rice wax, montan wax, paraffin wax, wax Lignite or microcrystalline wax, ceresin, ozokerite, and jojoba butter are used. Camauba wax and jojoba butter are preferred natural waxes.

[0051] Preferably, however, the oily phase of the w / w emulsion composition contains less than 5% by weight of natural beeswax, preferably less than 2.5% by weight of natural beeswax, preferably less than 1% by weight of natural beeswax, or is preferably "substantially free", "devoid" or "free" of natural beeswax as defined above.

[0052] Preferably, however, the oily phase of the oil / oil emulsion composition contains less than 5% by weight of synthetic wax(s) (other than synthetic beeswax), preferably less than 2.5% by weight of synthetic wax(s), preferably less than 1% by weight of synthetic wax(s), or is preferably "substantially free", "devoid" or "free" of synthetic wax(s) as defined above.

[0053] Preferably, however, the oily phase of the w / w emulsion composition contains less than 5% by weight of silicone wax(s), preferably less than 2.5% by weight of silicone wax(s), preferably less than 1% by weight of silicone wax(s), or is preferably "substantially free", "devoid" or "free" of silicone wax(s) as defined above.

[0054] Preferably, however, the oily phase of the w / w emulsion composition contains less than 5% by weight of paraffin wax, preferably less than 2.5% by weight of paraffin wax, preferably less than 1% by weight of paraffin wax, or is preferably "substantially free", "devoid" or "free" of paraffin wax as defined above.

[0055] Preferably, at least one non-alkoxylated wax is present in an amount ranging from about 1% to about 25% by weight, preferably from about 3% to about 20% by weight, preferably from about 5% to about 15% by weight and, preferably, from about 6% to about 12% by weight relative to the weight of the composition, including all intermediate ranges and sub-ranges such as, for example, 1% to 17%, 5% to 20%, 7% to 15%, etc.

[0056] According to preferred embodiments, non-alkoxylated wax and latex are present in the compositions of the present invention in a non-alkoxylated wax to latex (active ingredient) weight ratio of 1.0 or less, preferably 0.95 or less, preferably 0.9 or less, and preferably 0.85 or less, including all ranges and sub-ranges encompassed by these ratios as long as more latex (active ingredient) is present in the composition than non-alkoxylated wax. WATER / WATER-PHASE SOLVENT SYSTEM

[0057] According to the present invention, compositions comprising an aqueous phase solvent system comprising (i) water in an amount of at least about 5% in weight relative to the total weight of the composition; (ii) optionally, at least one C2-C5 monoalcohol and (iii) optionally at least one humectant are proposed.

[0058] According to the present invention, the compositions comprise water. Preferably, the compositions comprise at least about 10% to about 60% water by weight, preferably about 15% to about 55%, preferably about 20% to about 50%, preferably about 25% to about 50%, and preferably about 30% to about 45% water by weight, all weights being based on the total weight of the composition, including all intermediate ranges and sub-ranges, such as, for example, about 15% to about 50%.

[0059] According to preferred embodiments, the compositions may further comprise at least one monoalcohol. Suitable C2-C5 monoalcohols include, for example, ethanol, propanol, butanol, pentanol, isopropanol, isobutanol, and isopentanol. Ethanol is particularly preferred.

[0060] If present, the C2-C5 monoalcohol(s) is / are preferably present in the compositions of the present invention in an amount ranging from about 1% to about 20%, preferably from about 2.5% to about 15%, preferably from about 3% to about 10%, and preferably from about 4% to about 8%, by weight, all weights being based on the total weight of the composition, including all intermediate ranges and sub-ranges such as, for example, about 3% to about 10%.

[0061] Preferably, more water is present in the compositions of the present invention than C2-C5 monoalcohol.

[0062] According to preferred embodiments, the compositions of the present invention further optionally comprise at least one humectant. Preferably, the at least one humectant comprises at least one hydroxyl group or is a derivative of a compound comprising at least one hydroxyl group. Suitable humectants of this type are known in the art and include, but are not limited to, polyols. Specific suitable humectants include, for example, propylene glycol, butylene glycol, hexylene glycol, glycerin (sometimes called glycerol), and glucose ethers. Preferably, the at least one humectant is selected from glycerin, propylene glycol, butylene glycol, and mixtures thereof.

[0063] If present, at least one humectant is present in the compositions of the present invention in an amount ranging from about 0.1% to about 10% by weight, preferably from about 0.25% to about 6% by weight, preferably from about 0.5% to about 5% by weight and, preferably, from about 0.5% to about 2.5% by weight relative to the weight of the composition, including all intermediate ranges and sub-ranges such as, for example, 1% to 10%, 0.5% to 7.5%, 0.1% to 2.5%, 1% to 5%, etc. OIL / OIL PHASE SOLVENT SYSTEM

[0064] According to certain embodiments of the present invention, optional oil-in-water emulsion compositions comprising at least one oil are proposed.

[0065] Suitable oils include natural oils (mentioned separately below), as well as other volatile and / or non-volatile silicone and / or hydrocarbon oils.

[0066] Preferably, however, the oily phase of the w / h compositions of the invention contains less than 10% by weight of silicone oil(s), preferably less than 5% by weight of silicone oil(s), preferably less than 2.5% by weight of silicone oil(s), or is preferably "substantially free", "devoid" or "free" of silicone oil(s) as defined above.

[0067] Preferably, however, the oily phase of the w / e compositions of the invention contains less than 10% by weight of volatile oil(s), preferably less than 5% by weight of volatile oil(s), preferably less than 2.5% by weight of volatile oil(s), or is preferably "substantially free", "devoid" or "free" of volatile oil(s) as defined above.

[0068] According to certain embodiments, the compositions of the present invention may comprise one or more volatile silicone oils. Examples of these volatile silicone oils include linear or cyclic silicone oils having a viscosity at room temperature less than or equal to 6 cSt and possessing 2 to 7 silicon atoms, these silicones being optionally substituted with alkyl or alkoxy groups of 1 to 10 carbon atoms. The specific oils that may be used in the invention include octamethyltetrasiloxane, decamethylcyclopenta-siloxane, dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane, heptamethyloctyltrisiloxane, hexamethyldi-siloxane, decamethyltetrasiloxane, dodecamethylpentasiloxane, and mixtures thereof. Other volatile oils that can be used include KF 96A with a viscosity of 6 cSt, a commercial product from Shin Etsu with a flash point of 94°C.Preferably, volatile silicone oils have a flash point of at least 40°C.

[0069] Non-limiting examples of volatile silicone oils are listed in Table 1 below.

[0070] [Tables 1] Compound Flash Point (°C) Viscosity (cSt) Octyltrimethicone 93 1.2 Hexyltrimethicone 79 1.2 Decamethylcyclopentasiloxane (cyclopentasiloxane or D5) 72 4.2 Octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane (cyclotetramethylsiloxane or D4) 55 2.5 Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane (D6) 93 7 Decamethyltetrasiloxane (L4) 63 1.7 KF-96 A from Shin Etsu 94 6 PDMS (polydimethylsiloxane) DC 200 (1.5 cSt) from Dow Corning 56 1.5 PDMS DC 200 (2 cSt) from Dow Corning 87 2

[0071] Furthermore, a volatile linear silicone oil may be used in the present invention. Suitable volatile linear silicone oils include those described in US patent no. 6,338,839 and WO03 / 042221. In one embodiment, the volatile linear silicone oil is decamethyltetrasiloxane. In another embodiment, decamethyltetrasiloxane is further combined with another solvent that is more volatile than decamethyltetrasiloxane.

[0072] According to certain embodiments of the present invention, the composition may comprise one or more non-silicone volatile oils and may be selected from volatile hydrocarbon oils, volatile esters, and volatile ethers. Examples of such volatile non-silicone oils include, but are not limited to, volatile hydrocarbon oils having 8 to 16 carbon atoms and mixtures thereof, and in particular, C8-Ci6 branched alkanes such as C8-Ci6 isoalkanes (also known as isoparaffins), isohexadecane, isododecane, isodecane, and, for example, oils marketed under the Isopar or Permethyl brand names. Preferably, the non-silicone volatile oils have a flash point of at least 40 °C.

[0073] Non-limiting examples of volatile non-silicone oils are given in Table 2 below.

[0074] [Tables2] Compound Flash Point (°C) Isododecane 43 Propylene glycol n-butyl ether 60 Ethyl 3-Ethoxypropionate 58 Propylene glycol methyl ether acetate 46 Isopar L (Cn-Cu isoparaffin) 62 Isopar H (Cn-Cl2 isoparaffin) 56

[0075] The volatility of solvents / oils can be determined using the evaporation rate as shown in US Patent No. 6,338,839.

[0076] According to certain embodiments of the present invention, the composition may comprise at least one non-volatile oil that is not a natural oil (discussed separately below). Examples of non-volatile oils that may be used in the present invention include, but are not limited to, polar oils such as, for example:

[0077] caprylic / capric acid triglycerides, for example those sold by Stéarineries Dubois or those sold under the names Miglyol 810, 812 and 818 by Dynamit Nobel; • oils or esters of the formula R5COOR6 in which R5 represents a linear or branched higher fatty acid residue containing from 1 to 40 carbon atoms, including from 7 to 19 carbon atoms, and R6 represents a branched hydrocarbon chain containing from 1 to 40 carbon atoms, including from 3 to 20 carbon atoms, with R6 + R7 > 10, such as, for example, Purcellin oil (cetostearyl octanoate), isononyl isononanoate, octyldodecyl neopentanoate, alkyl benzoate in Ci2 to Ci5, isopropyl myristate, 2-ethylhexyl palmitate and octanoates, decanoates or ricinoleates of alcohols or polyalcohols; hydroxylated esters, for example isostearyl lactate or diisostearyl malate; and pentaerythritol esters; • ethers containing 10 to 40 carbon atoms; • liquid C8 to C26 fatty alcohols, for example oleyl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol and cetearyl alcohol; • Esters with melting points above 25 °C and below 40 °C that function as supplementary oils, such as bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate; and • their mixtures. Preferred additional oils are esters with melting points above 25°C and below 40°C, such as bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate. Although not wishing to theorize about it, one believes that the inclusion of such ingredients significantly increases the hardness of the resulting compositions when combined with the other ingredients of the present invention. Liquid fatty alcohols in the C8 to C26 range, such as octyldodecanol, are also preferred.

[0078] In addition, examples of non-volatile oils that can be used in the present invention include, but are not limited to, non-polar oils such as branched and unbranched hydrocarbons and hydrocarbon waxes including polyolefins, in particular Vaseline (petrolatum), paraffin oil, squalane, squalene, hydrogenated polyisobutene, hydrogenated polydecene, polybutene, mineral oil, pentahydrosqualene and mixtures thereof.

[0079] According to certain embodiments of the present invention, the compositions of the present invention may comprise at least one non-volatile silicone oil. Appropriate examples of such silicone oils include, but are not limited to, non-volatile silicone fluids such as, for example, polyalkyl (aryl) siloxanes. Appropriate polyalkyl siloxanes include, but are not limited to, polydimethyl siloxanes, which are designated CTFA dimethicone, polydiethyl siloxane, phenyl trimethicone, trimethyl pentaphenyl trisiloxane, phenyldimethicone, phenyltrimethylsi-loxydiphenylsiloxane, diphenyldimethicone, and diphenylmethyldiphenyltrisiloxane, and the siloxanes disclosed in US patent application publication no. 2004 / 0126350.Specific examples of suitable high viscosity silicone oils include, but are not limited to, PCR 15 M 30 (500 cSt) or Wacker Belsil PDM 1000 (1000 cSt) and Dow Corning 200 (350 cSt) (values ​​in parentheses represent viscosities at 25°C).

[0080] According to preferred embodiments, the at least one oil, if present, is / are present in the compositions of the present invention in an amount ranging from about 0.1% to about 20% by weight, more preferably from about 0.25% to about 10% by weight, and preferably from about 0.5% to about 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, including all ranges and sub-ranges within those ranges such as, for example, 0.1% to 2%, 1% to 3%, etc. NATURAL OIL

[0081] According to preferred embodiments, the oil-in-water emulsion compositions may optionally further comprise at least one natural oil. The natural oil(s) are oils recovered or extracted from foods, and / or preferably oils recovered from plants or other forms of plant life (as opposed to oils that are derived from natural sources by reactions and are not "natural oils" as used here). For example, vegetable oils include glyceride triesters, which are generally fatty acid and glycerol triesters, the fatty acids of which may have varying chain lengths from C4 to C24, these chains can be saturated or unsaturated and linear or branched.

[0082] Non-limiting examples of suitable natural oil(s) include olive oil, sweet almond oil, coconut oil, avocado oil, wheat germ oil, sunflower oil, grapeseed oil, sesame oil, corn oil, apricot oil, castor oil, shea oil, soybean oil, palm oil, rapeseed oil, cottonseed oil, hazelnut seed oil, macadamia oil, jojoba oil, alfalfa oil, poppy oil, pumpkin seed oil, cucurbit oil, blackcurrant oil, evening primrose oil, millet oil, barley oil, quinoa oil, and oil of Rye, safflower oil, candlenut oil, passionflower oil, rosehip oil, etc., including oils derived from the seeds of the foregoing, and including mixtures thereof. Castor (seed) oil is particularly preferred.

[0083] Preferably, if present, at least one oil is / are preferably present in an amount ranging from approximately 0.1% to approximately 20% by weight, preferably from 0.25% to approximately 15% by weight, preferably from approximately 0.5% to approximately 10% by weight, and preferably from approximately 1% to approximately 5% by weight, relative to the total weight of the composition, including all intermediate ranges and sub-ranges. WATER-SOLUBLE NATURAL GUM

[0084] According to preferred embodiments, the oil-in-water emulsion compositions of the present invention may optionally include at least one water-soluble natural gum. Preferred water-soluble natural gums include, but are not limited to, guar gum, acacia gum (Senegal), xanthan gum, gum arabic, tragacanth gum, locust bean gum, agar-agar, and mixtures thereof. Acacia gum (Senegal) is preferred.

[0085] While not wishing to develop any theory, it is believed that during the process of removing the compositions of the present invention from eyelashes with water, at least one water-soluble natural gum becomes sufficiently solubilized to break down the structure of the composition applied to the eyelashes so that the composition can be more easily removed. Thus, at least one water-soluble natural gum, if present, is preferably present in sufficient quantity to enhance the removal properties of the compositions of the present invention that have been applied to the eyelashes (and allowed to dry) after exposure to water during the removal process.

[0086] Preferably, if present, at least one water-soluble natural gum is / are preferably present in an amount ranging from approximately 0.1% to approximately 20% by weight, preferably from 0.5% to approximately 10% by weight, more preferably from approximately 0.75% to approximately 7.5% by weight, and preferably from approximately 1% to approximately 5% by weight, relative to the total weight of the composition, including all the ranges and the intermediate sub-ranges. COLORING AGENT (COLORANT)

[0087] According to preferred embodiments of the present invention, oil-in-water emulsion compositions optionally comprising at least one coloring agent are proposed.

[0088] According to preferred embodiments, at least one coloring agent is preferably chosen from pigments, dyes, such as lipo-soluble dyes, pearlescent pigments and pearlescent agents.

[0089] Representative fat-soluble dyes that can be used according to the present invention include Sudan Red, DC Red 17, DC Green 6, B-carotene, soybean oil, Sudan Brown, DC Yellow 11, DC Violet 2, DC Orange 5, annatto and quinoline yellow.

[0090] The pearlescent pigments that can be used according to the present invention can be chosen from white pearlescent pigments such as titanium or bismuth oxychloride coated mica, colored pearlescent pigments such as titanium mica with iron oxides, titanium mica with ferric blue or chromium oxide, titanium mica with an organic pigment chosen from those mentioned above, and pearlescent pigments based on bismuth oxychloride.

[0091] The pigments that can be used according to the present invention can be selected from white, colored, inorganic, organic, polymeric, non-polymeric, coated, and uncoated pigments. Representative examples of mineral pigments include titanium dioxide, optionally surface-treated, surface-treated mica, zirconium oxide, zinc oxide, cerium oxide, iron oxides, chromium oxides, manganese violet, ultramarine blue, chromium hydrate, and ferric blue. Representative examples of organic pigments include carbon black, D&C type pigments, and lakes based on cochineal carmine, barium, strontium, calcium, and aluminum.

[0092] If present, the colouring agent(s) is / are present in an amount of about 1% to 30% by weight, preferably about 1% to about 20% by weight, preferably about 3% to about 15%, and preferably about 5% to about 15% by weight relative to the total weight of the composition, including all intermediate ranges and sub-ranges, including, for example, 6% to 16%, 2.5% to 18%, 10% to 20%, etc.

[0093] If one or more coloring agents are sufficiently present in the composition to provide color upon application to a keratinous material (for example, eyelashes), then the composition is preferably used at least as a cosmetic composition to affect the appearance of the eyelash color. If the coloring agent(s) are insufficiently present to provide color after application to eyelashes, then the composition is preferentially used at least as a cosmetic composition for aspects other than affecting the appearance of eyelashes such as a top coat or makeup base composition. SURFACTANT

[0094] According to preferred embodiments of the present invention, compositions further comprising at least one surfactant are proposed. Preferably, the at least one surfactant is a high HLB surfactant.

[0095] “HLB” refers to the “hydrophilic-lipophilic balance” associated with emulsifiers / tens- Socioactive ingredients. In particular, the "HLB" value refers to the ratio of hydrophilic to lipophilic groups in emulsifiers, as well as their solubility. Emulsifiers with lower HLB values ​​are more soluble in oils (lipophilic material) and are more suitable for use in water-in-oil (W / O) emulsions. Emulsifiers with higher HLB values ​​are more soluble in water (hydrophilic material) and are more suitable for oil-in-water (O / W) emulsions. In the context of the present invention, a "high HLB surfactant" means a surfactant having an HLB value greater than 8. Also, in the context of the present invention, a "high HLB value" means a surfactant having an HLB value greater than or equal to 8, preferably greater than or equal to 9, preferably greater than or equal to 10, preferably greater than or equal to 12, and preferably greater than or equal to 13.

[0096] Examples of surfactants include, but are not limited to, the following:

[0097] Glycolized (PEG) and / or glycerolized polyethylene esters or ethers, such as C8-C24 branched or linear glycolated and / or glycerolized polyethylene compounds, for example, Oleth-50, Oleth-20, Oleth-10, Ceteth-10, Steareth-20, Laureth-23, PEG-8 stearate, PEG-8 isostearate, PEG-20 stearate, PEG-40 stearate, etc.;

[0098] sorbitan esters or ethers, such as mono- or polyalkyl oxyethylenated or non-oxyethylenated sorbitan esters or ethers, such as polysorbate 21, polysorbate 40, polysorbate 80, polysorbate 60, polysorbate 61, sorbitan isostearate, glyceryl sorbitan isostearate, sorbitan sesquioleate, sorbitan laurate, sorbitan monopalmitate, sorbitan oleate, sorbitan trioleate and sorbitan triostearate, etc.

[0099] Alkenyl alkoxylated succinates; and

[0100] Hydrophilically modified silicone compounds such as, for example, esters or ethers of polyethylene glycol (PEG), polypropylene glycol (PPG) and / or glycerol silicone compounds, such as branched or linear dimethicones, polyethylene glycol and / or polypropylene glycol and / or glycerol, such as, for example, dimethicone copolyols, for example the cyclomethicone and dimethicone copolyol mixture sold under the name "DC 5225 C" by Dow Corning, and alkyl dimethicone copolyols, such as lauryl methicone copolyol, sold under the name "Dow Corning 5200 Formulation Aid" by Dow Corning, and cetyl dimethicone polyol, sold under the name "Abil EM 90" by Goldschmidt, or the mixture of polyglyceryl-4 isostearate / cetyl dimethicone copolyol / hexyl laurate sold under the name "Abil WE 90" by Goldschmidt; and PEG and / or PPG modified dimethicones such as PEG / PPG 17 / 18 dimethicone.

[0101] At least one surfactant is preferably present in the compositions of the present invention in an amount of about 0.1% to about 15%, preferably about 1% to about 12%, and preferably about 3% to about 10%, by weight relative to the total weight of the composition, including all intermediate ranges and sub-ranges. AQUEOUS-PHASE FILM-FORMING AGENT

[0102] According to preferred embodiments of the present invention, the compositions of the present invention may further comprise at least one aqueous-phase film-forming agent that is a water-soluble or water-dispersible nonionic film-forming agent or polymer. For clarity, "water-soluble or water-dispersible nonionic" means that the film-forming agent is nonionic. The polymer is also water-soluble or water-dispersible, particularly insofar as it can be readily stabilized in a vehicle (e.g., water) present in the composition.

[0103] At least one aqueous-phase film-forming agent is part of an aqueous-phase film-forming system. The aqueous-phase film-forming system may comprise, consist essentially of, or consist of at least one aqueous-phase film-forming agent.

[0104] Examples of aqueous-phase film-forming polymers include, but are not limited to, homopolymers and copolymers containing at least one (meth)acrylic acid ((meth)acrylate) monomer and / or at least one vinylpyrrolidone monomer such as polyvinylpyrrolidone, vinylpyrrolidone / vinyl acetate copolymers, vinylpyrrolidone / acrylic acid copolymers, vinylpyrrolidone / acrylate copolymers, alkyl (e.g., butyl) acrylate / hydroxyalkyl (e.g., propyl) dimethicone acrylate copolymers, acrylamide / sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate copolymers, etc.; water-soluble polysaccharides such as pectin, unmodified pullulan, or cellulose compounds; and mixtures thereof.

[0105] According to preferred embodiments, at least one aqueous-phase film-forming agent is at least one polymer containing a cyclic amide. Useful cyclic amide monomers in preferred polymers include those having one or more aromatic or aliphatic ring structures. These rings may have sizes ranging from approximately, for example, 5 to 8 ring members.

[0106] In some embodiments, the monomers useful for forming these film-forming polymers are polymerizable, ethylenically unsaturated monomers having a cyclic amide residue. Therefore, the cyclic amide monomers of these film-forming polymers may include cyclic amide residues that are or include heterocyclic ring structures such as lactams and the like. These may be α-lactam, γ-lactam, γ-lactam, β-lactam, and ε-lactam. In a preferred embodiment, the cyclic amide is a pyrrolidone (a γ-lactam), in particular vinylpyrrolidone. A particularly preferred polymer is a VP copolymer.

[0107] Preferred film-forming agents include one or more polymers containing one or more cyclic amide residues such as, for example, vinylpyrrolidone homopolymers (polyvinylpyrrolidone) and vinylpyrrolidone copolymers containing at least one monomer other than vinylpyrrolidone such as, for example, substituted or unsubstituted C2 (acrylic acid) or C3 (allyl) groups, possibly in the form of esters (acrylates or methacrylates) or ethers. VP / eicosane is particularly preferred.

[0108] In some embodiments, the at least one aqueous-phase film-forming agent has a weight-average molecular weight in a range of about 10,000 daltons to about 1,000,000 daltons, including all intermediate ranges and sub-ranges such as, for example, 50,000 daltons to 500,000 daltons, 75,000 daltons to 300,000 daltons and 100,000 daltons to 250,000 daltons.

[0109] Preferably, if present, at least one aqueous-phase film-forming agent is present in the compositions of the present invention in an amount ranging from about 0.1% to about 10% by weight, preferably from about 0.2% to about 5% by weight, preferably from about 0.3% to about 3%, and preferably from about 0.5% to about 2% by weight relative to the weight of the composition, including all intermediate ranges and sub-ranges such as, for example, 0.4% to 1.5%, 1% to 3%, 0.3% to 2.5%, etc. ADDITIONAL ADDITIVES

[0110] The composition of the invention may also include any additive commonly used in the field concerned. For example, dispersants such as poly(12-hydroxystearic acid), antioxidants, sunscreens, preservatives, perfumes, fillers, neutralizing agents, cosmetic and dermatological active agents such as, for example, emollients, moisturizers, vitamins, essential fatty acids, viscosity-increasing agents such as fat-soluble / lipodispersible polymers, and mixtures thereof may be added. A non-exhaustive list of these ingredients can be found in US Patent Application Publication No. 2004 / 0170586. Further examples of These additional ingredients can be found in the International Cosmetic Ingredient Dictionary and Handbook (9th ed. 2002).

[0111] A person skilled in the art shall ensure that the optional additional additives and / or their quantity are selected so that the advantageous properties of the composition according to the invention are not, or substantially not, compromised by the envisaged addition.

[0112] These substances can be selected in various ways by a person skilled in the art to prepare a composition which has the desired properties, for example, consistency or texture.

[0113] These additives may be present in the composition in a proportion of 0% to 99% (such as 0.01% to 90%) relative to the total weight of the composition and furthermore such as 0.1% to 50% by weight (if present), including all intermediate ranges and sub-ranges.

[0114] It goes without saying that the composition of the invention must be cosmetically or dermatologically acceptable, namely that it must contain a physiologically acceptable non-toxic carrier and must be able to be applied to the eyelashes of human beings.

[0115] According to preferred embodiments of the present invention, methods for treating, enhancing the appearance, caring for, and / or applying makeup to eyelashes by applying compositions of the present invention to the eyelashes in a sufficient quantity to treat, enhance the appearance, care for, and / or apply makeup to the eyelashes are proposed. Preferably, the "makeup" of the eyelashes comprises the application of at least one coloring agent to the eyelashes in a sufficient quantity to provide color to the eyelashes.

[0116] According to preferred embodiments of the present invention, methods for volumizing eyelashes comprising the application of compositions of the present invention to the eyelashes in sufficient quantity to give volume to the eyelashes are proposed.

[0117] In accordance with previous preferred embodiments, the compositions of the present invention are applied topically to the eyelashes in a sufficient quantity to treat, improve the appearance, condition, and / or make up the eyelashes. The compositions can be applied to the desired area as needed, preferably once or twice a day, more preferably once a day, and are then preferably allowed to dry before being subjected to contact such as with clothing or other objects (e.g., glasses or an overcoat). Preferably, the composition is allowed to dry for about 1 minute or less, more preferably for about 45 seconds or less.

[0118] According to preferred embodiments of the present invention, methods for improving the removal properties of a composition for eyelashes from visible eyelash pieces comprising the combination of at least one latex and at least one non-alkoxylated wax in a weight ratio of non-alkoxylated wax to latex (active ingredient) of 1.0 or less, and water during the formation of emulsion compositions Emulsion compositions are proposed so that the eyelash composition can be removed from the eyelashes in visible pieces during removal. Preferably, at least one aqueous-phase film-forming agent and / or at least one surfactant and / or at least one colorant and / or at least one water-soluble natural gum are also added during the formation of the emulsion compositions. Preferably, the oil-in-water (o / w) emulsion compositions are mascara compositions that further include at least one colorant. Preferably, the o / w emulsion compositions contain minimal amounts of ingredients of animal origin or are free from such ingredients.

[0119] According to preferred embodiments of the present invention, methods for producing oil-in-water (o / w) emulsion compositions that are volumizing for eyelashes and / or provide a coating effect after application are also proposed. Preferably, the compositions possess sebum-resistant and / or water-resistant properties. These methods comprise combining at least one latex and at least one non-alkoxylated wax in a non-alkoxylated wax-to-latex (active ingredient) weight ratio of 1.0 or less, and water during the formation of the emulsion compositions. Preferably, at least one aqueous-phase film-forming agent and / or at least one surfactant and / or at least one colorant and / or at least one water-soluble natural gum are also added during the formation of the emulsion compositions.Preferably, the oil-in-water emulsion compositions are eyelash compositions, in particular mascara compositions that also include at least one colorant. Preferably, the oil-in-water emulsion compositions contain minimal amounts of ingredients of animal origin or are free from such ingredients.

[0120] The present invention also provides for kits and / or pre-packaged materials suitable for consumer use containing one or more compositions as described herein, alone or in combination with makeup products such as base coats, top coats, removal compositions, etc. The packaging and application device for any subject of the invention can be selected and manufactured by persons skilled in the art based on their general knowledge, and adapted according to the nature of the composition to be packaged. Indeed, the type of device to be used may be related, in particular, to the consistency of the composition, especially its viscosity; it may also depend on the nature of the constituents present in the composition, such as the presence of volatile compounds.

[0121] Unless otherwise stated, all numbers expressing quantities of ingredients, reaction conditions, and so forth used in the description and claims shall be understood as modified in all cases by the term "approximately". Consequently, unless otherwise stated, the numerical parameters presented in the following descriptive document and the attached claims are approximations that may vary depending on the desired properties sought to be obtained through the present invention.

[0122] Although the numerical ranges and parameters presenting the broad scope of the invention are approximations, the numerical values ​​presented in the specific examples are reported as accurately as possible. However, every numerical value inherently contains some errors necessarily resulting from the standard deviation found in their respective measurements. The following examples are intended to illustrate the invention without thereby limiting its scope. Percentages are given on a weight basis. EXAMPLES Example 1: General O / W emulsion composition

[0123] [Tables3] Ingredient Quantity Preferred Quantity Wax 1-25% 6-12% Latex (active ingredient) 1-30% 7.5-15% Surfactant 1-30% 5-15% Natural Gum 0.1-20% 1-5% Water-based Film-forming Agent 0.1-10% 0.5-5% Oil 0-20% 0-5% Colorant 1-20% 5-15% Water 10-60% 25-50% Other ingredients (e.g., monoalcohol, humectant, preservative, filler, pH adjuster, chelating agent) 0-30% 5-15%

[0124] Example 2: Sample HÆ emulsion composition

[0125] [Tables4] Ingredient Quantity Non-alkoxylated wax 10% Latex (active ingredient) 12% Surfactant 10% Natural gum 3% Water-based film-forming agent 1.5% Ethanol 6% Polyol 1% Coloring agent 10% Water QS Other ingredients (e.g., preservative, filler, pH adjuster, chelating agent) 1% Example 3: Comparative tests

[0126] A mascara product in oil-in-water emulsion of Example 2 (inventive example / of the invention) was compared to a commercial mascara product containing a weight ratio of non-alkoxylated wax to latex (active ingredient) of > 1.3 (comparative example).

[0127] The inventive and comparative examples were tested on different eyelashes of the same subjects (women aged 18 to 50 with medium to long eyelashes, without drooping eyelids), as follows:

[0128] The inventive and comparative examples were each individually removed from inside the tube container by twisting and gently pumping them three times before being removed. The end of the wand was slid against the rubber stopper of the mascara tube to remove any excess product. Holding the wand parallel to the ground, a cosmetologist individually applied the comparative and inventive examples to different upper eyelashes of a subject with a slight rotating motion of the wand, moving slightly towards the tips of the lashes. The first five strokes were applied from the outer corner of the eye to the base of the lashes, the second five strokes to the center of the lashes, and the third strokes to the inner corner of the lashes, for a total of 15 strokes. The cosmetologist then re-dipped the wand with mascara and repeated the procedure on the same lashes, completing the application with a total of 30 strokes.

[0129] Results: During application, the composition of the invention exhibited slightly more immediate product deposition on the eyelashes, added length, spikes (eyelashes sticking together to provide a spiked appearance), and thickening superior to the comparative example. The composition of the invention also had significantly more intensity than the comparative composition - the composition of the invention was much more visibly apparent on the eyelashes than the comparative composition.

[0130] After six hours, the two formulas performed equally well in terms of hold properties. Furthermore, the compositions performed similarly with regard to removal using the Garnier Micellar Water Pink Cap.

Claims

Demands

1. Oil-in-water (o / w) emulsion composition, preferably in the form of a mascara, comprising: water, at least one surfactant, at least one latex, and at least one non-alkoxylated wax, preferably synthetic beeswax, wherein the composition contains a non-alkoxylated wax to latex (active ingredient) weight ratio of 1.0 or less.

2. Composition according to claim 1, wherein the latex is a dispersion of polymer particles comprising at least one styrene group in an aqueous liquid phase, preferably styrene / acrylates / ammonium methacrylate copolymer particles.

3. Composition according to any one of the preceding claims, further comprising at least one compound selected from the group consisting of coloring agents, water-soluble natural gums, aqueous-phase film-forming agents and mixtures thereof.

4. Composition according to any one of the preceding claims, further comprising at least one coloring agent, preferably at least one pigment.

5. Composition according to any one of the preceding claims, further comprising at least one water-soluble natural gum, preferably acacia gum.

6. Composition according to any one of the preceding claims, further comprising at least one aqueous-phase film-forming agent, preferably a vinylpyrrolidone copolymer, preferably a vinylpyrrolidone / eicosene copolymer, and / or which is free from ingredients of animal origin, natural beeswax and / or paraffin wax.

7. Composition according to any one of the preceding claims, further comprising from about 4% to about 8% by weight of C2-C5 monoalcohol relative to the total weight of the composition, preferably ethanol.

8. Method of eyelash makeup comprising applying the composition according to claims 1 to 7 to the eyelashes in a quantity sufficient to make up the eyelashes.

9. Method for increasing eyelash volume comprising applying the composition according to claims 1 to 7 to the eyelashes in sufficient quantity to give volume to the eyelashes.

10. A method for carrying out the composition according to claims 1 to 7, comprising the combination of water, at least one surfactant, at least one latex and at least one non-alkoxylated wax, wherein the latex and the non-alkoxylated wax have a non-alkoxylated wax to latex (active ingredient) weight ratio of 1.0 or less during the formation of the emulsion compositions.