GEL COMPOSITION FOR CLEANING KERATINOUS MATERIAL AND METHODS THEREOF
A gel composition with amino acid-based surfactants, fatty acids, and a gelling agent addresses harshness and stability issues, delivering effective cleansing and acne control with stable, foaming, and hydrating properties.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- FR2024003858
- Authority / Receiving Office
- FR · FR
- Patent Type
- Utility models
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-04-15
- Publication Date
- 2025-10-17
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-04-15
AI Technical Summary
Existing cleansing products are harsh on sensitive skin, lack effective oil and pollutant removal, and compromise sensory and aesthetic properties, while also suffering from stability issues and residual drying effects.
A gel composition combining amino acid-based anionic surfactants, non-ionic and amphoteric surfactants, fatty acids, and a gelling agent, providing a mild, stable, and foaming cleanser with anti-acne properties.
The composition effectively cleans and hydrates the skin without drying, maintains stability, and offers a rich, stable foam with enhanced acne control and skin radiance.
Abstract
Description
Title of the invention: GEL COMPOSITION FOR CLEANING KERATINOUS MATERIAL AND METHODS THEREOF
[0001] The present disclosure relates to the field of cosmetics, in particular to a gel composition for cleaning keratinous material, preferably the skin. The present disclosure also relates to a process for preparing the composition and methods thereof. CONTEXT OF THE INVENTION
[0002] To achieve acne-free and radiant skin, an optimized cleansing arsenal is always necessary. Delicate skin is very sensitive to harsh soaps and high pH surfactants, which are very present in basic cleaning products available on the market. Therefore, the use of such harsh cleaning products deteriorates sensitive and acne-prone skin over time.
[0003] Although available cleaning products claim their gentle behavior and deep cleansing effect, they are loaded with components that dry out the skin. These components also lead to an unstable composition. Therefore, their storage stability and shelf life remain a concern. It is difficult to maintain their homogeneity throughout their existence.
[0004] The trend now is towards gel-based cleansing products. However, the pitfall of these products is that they are generally lightweight and, therefore, do not effectively remove oil, makeup, sunscreens and external aggressors such as pollutants and dust. In addition, these products lack the sensory or foaming sensation preferred by consumers in today's market.
[0005] Therefore, there is a need to develop a cleansing composition with a balanced combination of mild cleansing agents, which deeply purifies the skin without residual drying effect and which exhibits the desired product texture and stability. Summary of the invention
[0006] The present disclosure relates to a composition, preferably a cosmetic composition which is stable and unique compared to a conventional cosmetic composition, since the composition of the present invention comprises a combination of surfactants, fatty acids and a gelling agent.
[0007] In one aspect of the present disclosure, there is provided a gel composition comprising: a) a combination of surfactants selected from a surfactant anionic surfactant, a non-ionic surfactant or an amphoteric surfactant; b) at least two fatty acids; and c) a gelling agent, wherein the anionic surfactant is an amino acid-based surfactant.
[0008] In another aspect of the present disclosure, there is provided a cleaning product, comprising the composition comprising: a) a combination of surfactants selected from an anionic surfactant, a non-ionic surfactant or an amphoteric surfactant; b) at least two fatty acids; and c) a gelling agent, wherein the anionic surfactant is an amino acid-based surfactant.
[0009] In yet another aspect of the present disclosure, there is provided a method of cleansing a keratinous material, the method comprising applying the composition comprising: a) a combination of surfactants selected from an anionic surfactant, a non-ionic surfactant or an amphoteric surfactant; b) at least two fatty acids; and c) a gelling agent, wherein the anionic surfactant is an amino acid-based surfactant, to the keratinous material to obtain lather and rinsing the composition.
[0010] In yet another aspect of the present disclosure, there is provided a method of treating acne on the skin, the method comprising applying the composition comprising: a) a combination of surfactants selected from an anionic surfactant, a non-ionic surfactant or an amphoteric surfactant; b) at least two fatty acids; and c) a gelling agent, wherein the anionic surfactant is an amino acid-based surfactant, to the skin.
[0011] These and other features, aspects, and advantages of the present subject matter will be better understood with reference to the following description and the appended claims. This summary is provided to present a selection of concepts in a simplified form. This summary is not intended to identify key features or essential characteristics of the claimed subject matter, nor is it intended to limit the scope of the claimed subject matter. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[0012] Those skilled in the art will be aware that the present disclosure is subject to variations and modifications other than those specifically described. It is to be understood that the present disclosure includes all such variations and modifications. The disclosure also includes all such steps, features, compositions, and compounds designated or indicated in this patent specification, individually or collectively, and any combination of one or more of such steps or features.
[0013] Definitions
[0014] For convenience, before describing the present disclosure in more detail, certain terms used in the patent specification and examples are defined herein. These definitions should be read in light of the remainder of the disclosure and understood as by a person skilled in the art. The terms used herein have the meanings recognized and known to those skilled in the art; however, for convenience and completeness, particular terms and their meanings are set forth below.
[0015] The articles "un", "une", "la", "le" and "les" are used to designate one or more than one (i.e. at least one) grammatical object of the article.
[0016] The terms “include” and “comprising” are used in the inclusive and open sense, meaning that additional elements may be included. They are not intended to be interpreted as “consists solely of.”
[0017] The term "at least one" is used to mean one or more and therefore includes individual components as well as mixtures / combinations. A similar definition applies to the term "at least two" as used herein.
[0018] Throughout this patent specification, unless the context otherwise requires, the term "comprise", and variations such as "comprises" and "comprising", shall be understood to imply the inclusion of a recited element or step or group of elements or steps, but not the exclusion of any other element or step or group of elements or steps.
[0019] The term "including" is used to mean "including but not limited to." "Including" and "including but not limited to" are used interchangeably.
[0020] The term "about" is used to mean an acceptable range of error for the particular value as determined by one skilled in the art, which may depend in part on how the value is measured or determined, i.e., limitations of the measurement system. For example, "about" may mean within 1 or more standard deviations, depending on the practice of the art. When particular values are described in this disclosure, unless otherwise indicated, the term "about" meaning within an acceptable range of error for the particular value should be assumed.
[0021] The term "auto-foaming product" is used to refer to a product obtained by reducing the gelling agent in the gel composition. The viscosity is reduced by reducing the gelling agent and the liquid texture can be obtained. The term "auto-foaming product" also refers to a product obtained by directly applying foam for cleaning through in-situ foam generated by a packaging mechanism in contact with the mass / juice of the product. The quality bubbles generated by the auto-foaming cleaner are typically a fine and resilient cushion-like texture. The applicator package and the auto-foaming product can easily produce good foam. quality and relieve / reduce physical stress on the skin during cleansing. Automatic foaming products are appreciated for their uniqueness and convenience, the automatically generated foam also helps to give a soft finish to the skin.
[0022] The term "INCI" is an abbreviation for the International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients, which is a system of names provided by the Personal Care Products Council's International Nomenclature Committee for identifying ingredients in cosmetic or personal care products.
[0023] All percentages, parts, and ratios are based on the total weight of the compositions of the present disclosure unless otherwise indicated. Ratios, concentrations, amounts, and other numerical data may be presented herein in a range format. It is to be understood that this range format is used solely for convenience and brevity and is to be flexibly interpreted as including not only the numerical values explicitly cited as the limits of the range, but also as including all individual numerical values or subranges encompassed within that range as if each numerical value and subrange were explicitly cited.For example, a percentage range of about 0.01% to 20% should be interpreted to include not only the explicitly cited limits of about 0.01% to about 20%, but also to include sub-ranges, such as 0.01% to 10%, 11% to 20%, etc., as well as individual quantities, including fractional quantities, within the specified ranges, such as 2.84% and 3.2%, for example.
[0024] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meanings as those commonly understood by a person skilled in the art to which this disclosure pertains. Although any methods and materials similar or equivalent to those described herein may be used in the practice or testing of the disclosure, the preferred methods and materials are now described.
[0025] The present disclosure is not to be limited in scope by the specific embodiments described herein, which are intended for exemplary purposes only. Functionally equivalent products, compositions, and methods are clearly within the scope of the disclosure as described herein.
[0026] The present disclosure relates to a gel composition, preferably a cleansing composition. Disclosed embodiments of the present disclosure include a gel-based cleansing composition, a personal care product comprising the composition, and a method of treating a keratinous surface, such as skin. The various embodiments herein disclose a cleansing composition, particularly a clear serum or gel-like cleansing composition comprising a combination of surfactants, fatty acids, and a gelling agent. Embodiments of the present disclosure provide a gentle cleansing composition with a low pH, without residual drying effect. The composition is suitable for all skin types, is foamy, stable and transparent over a wider time and temperature range. In general, the majority of cleansing compositions available on the market are aggressive, dry the skin, suffer from stability issues at higher temperatures and are not sufficiently transparent. When such compositions are converted to a gel-based composition, the sensory, foamability and texture requirements of consumers are compromised.It has therefore become necessary to provide a multifunctional cosmetic cleansing composition that offers better sensory and aesthetic properties upon single and repeated use, and which, at the same time, must be mild, transparent and foaming, providing an anti-acne property while exhibiting no residual drying effect on the skin. Accordingly, the present disclosure provides a gel composition balancing both sensory and transparency properties, with a unique combination of specific fatty acids and surfactants. Composition .
[0027] The embodiments herein provide a gel-based composition for cleaning and treating a keratinous surface. The composition is highly foaming, with an improved foam profile (microbubbles), with a rich and stable foam, without residual dryness, with balanced hydration, gentle and easy rinsing from the keratinous surface. It can also control acne, even out skin tone, reduce acne marks, give skin radiance and a radiant complexion. In addition, the texture of the composition according to the embodiments herein is gel-like providing easy spreading, self-foaming product, with optimal foam, suitable for use with minimal water. The composition according to the embodiments herein is soft, transparent, stable even at higher temperatures for a longer period.
[0028] In particular, there is provided a gel composition comprising: a combination of surfactants selected from an anionic surfactant, a nonionic surfactant or an amphoteric surfactant; at least two fatty acids; and a gelling agent, wherein the anionic surfactant is an amino acid-based surfactant. In other embodiments, the composition further includes at least one additive selected from a polymer, a pH adjuster, a solvent, a preservative, a perfume, a cosmetic active, a colorant, or mixtures thereof. Anionic Surfactant
[0029] The composition, according to the embodiments herein, includes at least one anionic surfactant comprising an amino acid surfactant. The expression "surfactant “anionic” means a surfactant comprising, as ionic or ionizable groups, only anionic groups. Surfactants are said to be “anionic” when they carry at least one permanent negative charge or when they can be ionized into a negatively charged species, under the conditions of use of the composition of the invention (for example the medium or the pH) and do not comprise any cationic charge.
[0030] In another embodiment, the anionic surfactant is chosen from an amino acid surfactant of formula (A): 0 (A) ^(CH2)n >GOOM z " N ' "'''T XY
[0031] in which
[0032] - Z represents a linear or branched alkyl or alkenyl group having 8 to 22 atoms of carbon,
[0033] - X is a hydrogen or methyl group,
[0034] - n is 0 or 1;
[0035] - Y is chosen from hydrogen, -CH3, -CH(CH 3)2, -CH2CH(CH3)2, -CH(CH3 )CH2CH3, -CH2C6H5, -CH2C2H4 OH, -CH2OH, -CH(OH)CH3, -(CH2)4NH2, -(CH2)3 NHC(NH)NH2, -CH2C(O)O M+' -(CH2)2C(O)OH, and -(CH2)2C(O)O M+, and M is a salt-forming cation in which COO is a counter anion.
[0036] 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 mixtures thereof. Preferably, the amino acid surfactants include glutamates, sarcosinates, or combinations thereof.
[0037] More specifically, the amino acid surfactant is selected from sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, 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 olivoyl glutamate, sodium palmitoyl glutamate, sodium stearoyl glutamate, sodium undecylenoyl glutamate, potassium lauroyl sarcosinate, potassium cocoyl sarcosinate, sodium cocoyl sarcosinate, sodium myristoyl sarcosinate, sodium oleoyl sarcosinate, sodium palmitoyl sarcosinate, ammonium lauroyl sarcosinate, or combinations thereof.
[0038] Reference may be made to commercially available amino acid surfactants, for example, acylsarcosinates, for example sodium lauroyl sarcosinate sold under the name Sarkosyl NL 97® by the company Ciba or sold under the name Oramix L 30® by the company SEPPIC, sodium myristoyl sarcosinate sold under the name Nikkol Sarcosinate MN® by the company Nikkol or sodium palmitoyl sarcosinate sold under the name Nikkol Sarcosinate PN® by the company Nikkol; N-acylglutamates, for example triethanolamine monococoylglutamate sold under the name Acylglutamate CT-12® by the company Ajinomoto and triethanolamine lauroylglutamate sold under the name Acylglutamate LT-12® by the company Ajinomoto; and any mixtures thereof.
[0039] 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 sarcosinate, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, or combinations thereof. Non-ionic surfactant
[0040] 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 polyglycoside, acyl glucamides, fatty amides, oxyalkylenated glycerol esters, or combinations thereof.
[0041] The non-ionic surfactant includes an alkyl polyglycoside of formula (I):
[0042] R^-^OHGX (I)
[0043] in which
[0044] - Ri is a linear or branched alkyl or alkenyl radical comprising 6 to 24 atoms of carbon, preferably 8 to 18 carbon atoms, or an alkylphenyl radical whose linear or branched alkyl radical comprises 6 to 24 carbon atoms, and preferably 8 to 18 carbon atoms,
[0045] - R2 is an alkylene radical comprising 2 to 4 carbon atoms,
[0046] - G is a sugar unit comprising 5 to 6 carbon atoms,
[0047] -1 is a value ranging from 0 to 4 and preferably 0 to 2, and
[0048] - v is a value ranging from 1 to 10 and preferably from 1 to 4.
[0049] The glucoside bonds between the sugar units are generally of the 1-6 or 1-4 type, preferably of the 1-4 type. Preferably, the alkylpolyglycoside surfactant is an alkylpolyglucoside surfactant, more preferably, the alkylpolyglucoside is a C8 / Ciô alkyl polyglycoside and in particular chosen from decyl glucosides, caprylyl / capryl glucosides, or their combinations.
[0050] Among the commercial products, we can cite the products sold by the company COGNIS under the names Plantaren® (600 CS / U, 1200 and 2000) or Plantacare® (818, 1200 and 2000); the products sold by the company SEPPIC under the names Oramix CG 110 and Oramix NS 10; the products sold by the company BASF under the name Lutensol GD 70, or the products sold by the company Chem Y under the name AGIO LK.
[0051] In one embodiment, the nonionic surfactant present in the composition includes acyl glucamides selected from lauroyl / myristoyl methyl glucamide, capryloyl / capryl methyl glucamide, lauroyl methyl glucamide, myristoyl methyl glucamide, capryloyl methyl glucamide, capryl methyl glucamide, cocoyl methyl glucamide, capryloyl / caproyl methyl glucamide, cocoyl methyl glucamide, lauryl methyl glucamide, oleoyl methyl glucamide oleate, stearoyl methyl glucamide stearate, sunfloweroyl methyl glucamide, tocopheryl succinate methyl glucamide, or combinations thereof. Preferably, the acyl glucamide is lauroyl / myristoyl methyl glucamide, commercially available under the name Glucotain Flex.
[0052] In other embodiments, the nonionic surfactant also includes fatty amides, oxyalkylenated glycerol esters, or combinations thereof. In one embodiment, the fatty amide is selected from cocamide MEA (coco monoethanolamide) and cocamide MIPA (coco monoisopropanolamide), cocamide DEA (coco diethanolamide), cocamide DIPA (coco diisopropanolamine), lauramide MEA (lauryl monoethanolamide), lauramide DEA (lauryl diethanolamide), or combinations thereof.
[0053] In another embodiment, the non-ionic surfactant may also be chosen from oxyalkylenated glycerol esters. The oxyalkylenated glycerol esters are in particular polyoxyethylenated derivatives of glycerol esters and of a fatty acid and their hydrogenated derivatives. These oxyalkylenated glycerol esters may be chosen, for example, from esters of glycerol and fatty acids which are hydrogenated and oxyethylenated, such as hydrogenated glyceryl palmate PEG-200, sold under the name Rewoderm LLS 80 by the company Goldschmidt; oxyethylenated glycerol cocoates, such as PEG-7 glyceryl cocoate, sold under the name Tegosoft GC by Goldschmidt, and PEG-30 glyceryl cocoate, sold under the name Rewoderm LL63 by Goldschmidt; and mixtures thereof. Amphoteric Surfactant
[0054] The composition, according to the embodiments herein, comprises at least one amphoteric surfactant.
[0055] The term "amphoteric surfactant," as used herein, refers to a surfactant having both anionic and cationic groups as ionizable groups. In one embodiment of the present disclosure, an entity is referred to as "amphoteric" when it has the ability to switch between anionic properties, the isoelectric neutral state, and cationic properties, under the conditions of use of the composition of the present disclosure (e.g., medium, pH).
[0056] The amphoteric surfactant(s) used in the composition according to one embodiment hereof may optionally be quaternized amine derivatives containing at least one anionic group, for example a carboxylate, sulfonate, sulfate, phosphate or phosphonate group, and wherein the aliphatic group or at least one of the aliphatic groups is a straight or branched chain comprising from 8 to 22 carbon atoms.According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the amphoteric surfactant is selected from (C8-C20)alkylbetaines, sulfobetaines, (C8-C20 alkyl)amido(C2-C8alkyl)hydroxysulfobetaines, (C8-C20 alkyl)amido(C2-C8alkyl)betaine, (C8-C20alkyl)amido(C2-C8alkyl)sulfobetaine, (C8-C14acyl)amphoacetates, (C8-C14acyl)amphoglycinates, or combinations thereof, preferably selected from (C8-C20)alkylbetaines, (C8-C20alkyl)amido(C2-C8 alkyl)hydroxysulfobetaines, (C8-C20alkyl)amido(C2-C8alkyl)sulfobetaines, or combinations thereof. .
[0057] In one embodiment, the (C8-C20)alkylbetaines are chosen from behenylbetaine, cetyl betaine, cocoylbetaine, decylbetaine, or combinations thereof. Among the alkylbetaines, cocoylbetaine is preferred, for example the products sold by the company Rhodia under the trade name Mirataine® BB / FLA.
[0058] In one embodiment, the amphoteric surfactants include the optionally quaternized amine derivatives of structures (II) and (III) respectively below:
[0059] Ra-CON(Z)CH2 (CH2)m-N+(Rb)(Rc)(CH2COO) (II)
[0060] in which:
[0061] - Ra represents a Cio-C3O alkyl or alkenyl group, preferably a group alkyl or alkenyl present in hydrolyzed coconut oil, a heptyl group, a nonyl group or an undecyl group,
[0062] - Rb represents hydrogen, an alkyl group or [3-hydroxyethyl,
[0063] - Rc represents hydrogen, an alkyl group or carboxymethyl;
[0064] - m is equal to 0, 1 or 2,
[0065] - Z represents a hydrogen atom or a hydroxyethyl group or carboxymethyl;
[0066] Ra-CON(Z)CH2 (CH2)m -N(B)(B') (III)
[0067] in which:
[0068] - B represents -CH2CH2OX', with X' representing -CH2-COOH, CH2-COOZ', -CH2 CH2-COOH, -CH2CH2-COOZ', or a hydrogen atom,
[0069] - B' represents -(CH2)Z-Y', with z = 1 or 2, and Y' representing -COOH, -COOZ', -CH2 -CHOH-SO3H or -CH2-CHOH-SO3Z',
[0070] - m' is equal to 0, 1 or 2,
[0071] - Z represents a hydrogen atom or a hydroxyethyl group or carboxymethyl,
[0072] - Z' represents an ion resulting from an alkali or alkaline-earth metal, such as sodium, potassium or magnesium; an ammonium ion; or an ion resulting from an organic amine and in particular from an amino alcohol, such as monoethanolamine, diethanolamine and triethanolamine, monoisopropanolamine, diisopropanolamine or triisopropanolamine, 2-amino-2-methyl-l-propanol, 2-amino-2-methyl-l,3-propanediol and tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane,
[0073] - Ra represents a C10-C30 alkyl or alkenyl group, preferably alkyl or alkenyl present in linseed oil or hydrolyzed coconut oil, an alkyl group, in particular a Cp alkyl group, and its iso form, or an unsaturated Cp group.
[0074] In particular, according to one embodiment, the amphoteric surfactants may be a betaine-based amphoteric surfactant, for example, (C8-C20)alkylbetaines, sulfobetaines, (C8-C20alkyl)amido(C2-C8)alkyl hydroxy sulfobetaines, (C8-C20 alkyl)amido(C2-C8alkyl)betaines and (C8-C20alkyl)amido(C2-C8alkyl)sulfobetaines. Preferably, the amphoteric surfactants are selected from (C8-C20)alkylbetaines, (C8-C20alkyl)amido(C2-C8)alkyl) hydroxy sulfobetaines, (C8-C20)alkylamido(C 2-C8)alkylbetaines, or combinations thereof. Preferably, the amphoteric surfactant is selected from cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine (CAHS), cocamidopropyl betaine (CAPB), cocoylbetaine, or combinations thereof.
[0075] In another embodiment, the total weight of the surfactants is in a range of 0.01 to 20% (w / w), preferably 1 to 15% (w / w), more preferably 1 to 10% (w / w), further preferably 1 to 5% (w / w), relative to the total weight of the composition. Fatty acid
[0076] The composition, according to the embodiments herein, includes at least two C6-C40 fatty acids which, upon saponification, produce soaps and give an oil-free composition with cleansing properties and thus helps to remove dirt, grease, sebum from clogged pores of the skin. A single type of C6-C40 fatty acid, or two or more different types of C6-C40 fatty acids can be used in combination. Fatty acids can be linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated, cyclic or acyclic.
[0077] The fatty acid may be chosen in particular from Cio-C3o fatty acids and in particular from lauric acid, myristic acid, stearic acid, palmitic acid or mixtures thereof. Preferably, the fatty acid is a combination of lauric acid, myristic acid, stearic acid and palmitic acid.
[0078] The amount of C10-C30 fatty acids in the composition, according to the embodiments herein, may vary. The total amount of C10-C30 fatty acids, according to the embodiments herein, is present in the composition in a weight range of 0.01 to 20% (w / w), preferably 1 to 15% (w / w), more preferably 5 to 15% (w / w), further preferably 8 to 12% (w / w), relative to the total weight of the composition. Gelling agent
[0079] The composition, according to the embodiments herein, includes a gelling agent selected from hydroxyalkyl cellulose, inulins, celluloses, gums, xyloses, cellobiose, maltodextrin, scleroglucan, chitosan, ulvan, fucoidan, alginate, pectin, heparin, or combinations thereof, preferably from hydroxyalkyl celluloses, and more preferably is hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose.
[0080] In another embodiment, the gelling agent is in a weight range of 0.01 to 10% (w / w), preferably 0.5 to 5% (w / w), more preferably 0.5 to 3% (w / w), relative to the total weight of the composition. Active Agent
[0081] The composition, according to the embodiments herein, may include at least one active agent selected from a refreshing agent, an antioxidant, a skin care agent, an exfoliating active, or combinations thereof. The active agent is selected so as to provide enhanced cosmetic effects such as refreshing, anti-exfoliating, anti-microbial, gentle exfoliating, anti-oxidant, skin care, skin repair, sebum regulation, anti-acne, etc. The composition, according to the embodiments herein, is suitable for the solubilization of at least one active agent, in particular for the solubilization of hydrophobic active agents, while providing a clear transparent composition.
[0082] The composition, according to the embodiments herein, comprises one or more active agents selected from niacinamide, salicylic acid, glycerin, menthol, methyl diisopropyl propionamide, menthyl lactate, mentone glycerin acetal, menthyl lactate, ethyl menthane carboxamide, menthoxypropanediol, vitamin E, beta hydroxybutanoic acid, tropic, trethocanic acid, panthenol, glycolic acid, mandelic acid, citric acid, malic acid, tartaric acid, lactobionic acid, gluconic acid or its ester, zinc gluconate, zinc sulfate, zinc salt of pyrrolidone carboxylic acid, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, vitamin C, ascorbyl glucoside, ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, phenoxyethanol, perfumes, sodium benzoate or combinations thereof, preferably chosen from niacinamide, salicylic acid, glycerin, menthol, ascorbyl glucoside, phenoxyethanol, perfumes, citric acid, sodium benzoate, or combinations thereof, and more preferably chosen from niacinamide, salicylic acid, or combinations thereof.
[0083] In another embodiment, the total amount of the active agent is in a weight range of 1 to 20% (w / w), preferably 2 to 10% (w / w), more preferably 3 to 9% (w / w), relative to the total weight of the composition. Additives
[0084] The composition, according to the embodiments herein, may also include one or more additives, in particular cosmetic additives, which may be chosen in particular from a perfume, a humectant, a chelating agent, a neutralizer, or combinations thereof. Examples of additives include, but are not limited to, sorbitol, mannitol, xylitol, maltitol, maltitol syrup, lactitol, erythritol, isomalt, glycerin, propylene glycol, tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid, essential oils, sodium chloride, etc. It is understood that a person skilled in the art will take care to select the optional additives and / or their amount so that the advantageous properties of the composition used according to the disclosure are not detrimentally affected by the intended addition.All such embodiments including optional additives are understood to be within the scope of this disclosure. Polymer
[0085] The composition, according to the embodiments herein, includes one or more polymers. The polymers within the composition provide a smoothing effect to the skin.
[0086] The amount of polymer in the composition, according to the embodiments herein, may vary. The polymer, according to the embodiments herein, may be present in the composition in an amount ranging from 0.01 to 5% by weight relative to the total weight of the composition, preferably from 0.05 to 4% by weight, more preferably from 0.1 to 4% by weight. pH corrector
[0087] The composition, according to embodiments herein, includes one or more pH adjusters. The pH adjusters within the composition maintain the pH in the range of 7.5 to 9.0, preferably in a range of 8.0 to 8.8. Examples of pH adjusters include, but are not limited to, ammonium hydroxide, alkali metal carbonates, alkali metal hydroxides such as sodium or potassium hydroxide, alkanolamines such as mono-, di- and triethanolamines and their derivatives.
[0088] According to the preferred embodiments herein, the pH corrector is selected from potassium hydroxide, sodium hydroxide, triethanolamine, or mixtures thereof.
[0089] According to preferred embodiments herein, the pH adjuster is potassium hydroxide.
[0090] The amount of pH adjuster in the composition, according to the embodiments herein, may vary. The pH adjuster, according to the embodiments herein, may be present in the composition in an amount ranging from 1.0 to 6.0% by weight, preferably from 1.0 to 5.0% by weight, more preferably from 1.5 to 4.0%, further preferably from 2.0 to 3.5% by weight relative to the total weight of the composition. Solvent
[0091] The composition according to one embodiment of the present invention may advantageously comprise at least one solvent, including water and / or an organic medium / solvent. The composition according to the invention may also comprise one or more organic media / solvents, preferably water-soluble organic media / solvents (solubility greater than or equal to 5% in water at 25°C and at atmospheric pressure).
[0092] Examples of organic media / solvents that may be cited include linear or branched, and preferably saturated, monoalcohols or diols comprising 2 to 10 carbon atoms, such as ethanol, (iso)propanol, butanol, hexylene glycol (2-methyl-2,4-pentanediol), neopentyl glycol and 3-methyl-1,5-pentanediol, butylene glycol, dipropylene glycol and propylene glycol; aromatic alcohols such as phenylethyl alcohol; polyols containing more than two hydroxyl functions, in particular C3-C6 polyols, such as glycerol; polyol ethers, for example ethylene glycol monomethyl, monoethyl and monobutyl ether, propylene glycol or its ethers, for example propylene glycol monomethyl ether; and also diethylene glycol alkyl ethers, in particular C1-C4 alkyl ethers, for example diethylene glycol monoethyl ether or monobutyl ether, alone or in mixture. Water
[0093] The composition, according to the embodiments herein, includes water in a weight range of 10 to 90% by weight, preferably 20 to 80% by weight, more preferably 60 to 85%, most preferably 70 to 80% by weight relative to the total weight of the composition. Conservative
[0094] The composition, according to embodiments herein, may include one or more preservatives, which are used to protect the composition from microbial contamination and / or any associated degradation of the composition.
[0095] Examples of preservatives include, but are not limited to, phenoxy ethanol, caprylyl glycol, parabens, methyl isothiazolinone, benzisothiazolinone, methyl chloro isothiazolinone, benzyl alcohol, salicylic acid, sorbic acid, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate, or mixtures thereof.
[0096] According to a preferred embodiment, the preservative is phenoxy ethanol and caprylyl glycol.
[0097] The amount of preservative in the composition, according to the embodiments herein, may vary. The preservative, according to the embodiments herein, may be present in the composition in an amount ranging from 0.1 to 2% by weight relative to the total weight of the composition, preferably from 0.3 to 1.5% by weight, more preferably from 0.3 to 1% by weight, relative to the total weight of the composition. Perfume
[0098] The composition, according to embodiments herein, includes one or more fragrances, which are used to impart a pleasant aroma to the composition and mask any undesirable odor that may arise from the other ingredients of the composition. In addition, the fragrances provide a pleasant sensory perception to the user during use of the composition.
[0099] According to a preferred embodiment, the perfume is a mixture of essential oils.
[0100] The amount of perfume in the composition, according to the embodiments herein, may vary. The perfume, according to the embodiments herein, may be present in the composition in an amount ranging from 0.4 to 1.0%, preferably from 0.5 to 0.9% by weight, more preferably from 0.6 to 0.9% by weight relative to the total weight of the composition. Product
[0101] One embodiment of the present disclosure relates to a product, preferably a cleaning product, comprising the composition as disclosed herein. In another embodiment, the product is a transparent gel with a viscosity in a range of 20 to 40 UD at the M3 pin. Shape
[0102] It is preferable that the composition according to the present disclosure is in the form of a gel at 25°C and under atmospheric pressure (760 mmHg).
[0103] The composition according to the present invention may be a cleansing composition. Thus, the cosmetic composition according to the present disclosure may be intended to be applied to a keratinous surface.
[0104] The term "keratinous surface" or "keratinous material" herein refers to the most superficial portion of the human epidermis containing keratin as its main constituent, and examples of which include the skin, scalp, nails, lips, hair, and the like. Thus, it is preferable that the cleansing composition according to the present invention is used for a cosmetic process relating to the keratinous material, in particular the skin.
[0105] The composition according to the present disclosure may preferably be a rinse-off composition. The rinse-off composition may be removed from a keratinous surface such as skin, preferably with water.
[0106] The composition according to the present disclosure may preferably be a foamable cleansing composition. The foamable cleansing composition may remove dirt, sebum and / or makeup on a keratinous surface such as skin from the keratinous surface. Use and method
[0107] One embodiment of the present disclosure relates to a method of cleansing keratinous material, preferably skin, the method comprising applying the composition to the keratinous material to obtain lather and rinsing the composition. In another embodiment, a method of treating acne on the skin, the method comprising applying the composition to the skin
[0108] A composition, according to embodiments herein, may more particularly be a composition for cleansing keratinous surfaces, such as human skin. Preferably, the composition, according to embodiments herein, is a composition for cleansing and lightening the skin. Accordingly, the composition, in various embodiments herein, may be a facial cleanser, a cleansing serum, a makeup remover, a cleansing milk, facial cleansing scrubs, facial clay masks, skin cleansing balms, a micellar solution, or a liquid cleanser. In a preferred embodiment, the composition is a liquid cleanser. composition, according to the embodiments herein, may preferably be applied with water to the skin, then the composition is worked into a lather and rinsed off.
[0109] It is possible that the composition according to the present disclosure is left on the keratinous surface for a certain period such as a few minutes after being applied to the keratinous surface and before being rinsed off to enhance the desired skin benefits. Examples
[0110] The disclosure will now be illustrated by practical examples, which are intended to illustrate the operation of the disclosure and are not intended to be considered restrictively to imply limitations on the scope of this disclosure. Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meanings as those commonly understood by a person skilled in the art to which this disclosure pertains. Although methods and materials similar or equivalent to those described herein may be used in the practice of the disclosed methods and compositions, the exemplary methods, devices, and materials are described herein. It is to be understood that this disclosure is not limited to the particular methods and experimental conditions described, as such methods and conditions may apply.
[0111] In the following examples, unless otherwise indicated, the percentages are indicated by weight of the total weight of the composition. The percentages are percentages by weight per active ingredient or active material. Example 1 Cleaning compositions
[0112] The gel-based cleaning composition C(1) and the comparative compositions CP(1) to CP(5) were prepared with the set of ingredients in their corresponding wt% as shown in Table 1.
[0113] The process involved mixing the components given in Table 1 followed by continuous stirring, resulting in a clear gel composition.
[0114] Composition Cl - Composition Cl (according to the invention) was prepared by mixing a combination of surfactants (1.55% by weight of sodium lauroyl sarcosinate (anionic surfactant), 1.00% by weight of cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, 0.30% by weight of cocobetaine (amphoteric surfactants) and 1.06% by weight of decyl glucoside (non-ionic surfactant)) and a combination of fatty acids (6.00% by weight of lauric acid, 3.01% by weight of myristic acid, 0.59% by weight of palmitic acid and 0.11% by weight of stearic acid) as well as a gelling agent (hydroxypropylmethylcellulose). The composition includes other active agents and additives as defined in Table 1 below.
[0115] In particular, composition C1 was prepared by adding a gelling agent (hydroxypropylmethylcellulose) into water at 75°C, allowing the gelling agent to swell, and then adding molten fatty acids (6.00% by weight of lauric acid, 3.01% by weight of myristic acid, 0.59% by weight of palmitic acid, and 0.11% by weight of stearic acid). To this, potassium hydroxide was added at 75°C under vacuum to neutralize the acids. In addition, salicylic acid, a chelating agent (tetrasodium glutamate diacetate), and glycerin were added, and the mixture was allowed to cool.When the mixture was cooled to 50 °C, the surfactants ((1.55% by weight of sodium lauroyl sarcosinate (anionic surfactant), 1.00% by weight of cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, 0.30% by weight of cocobetaine (amphoteric surfactants) and 1.06% by weight of decyl glucoside (non-ionic surfactant)) were added and when the temperature dropped to 40 °C, the preservative was added. Niacinamide was then added at 30 °C. The emulsion was cooled and evacuated. .
[0116] Similarly, comparative compositions CP(1) to CP(6) were prepared with the set of ingredients in their corresponding wt% as shown in Table 1 below (includes the variation of components from composition C1).
[0117] [Tableauxl] % by weight Ingredients Cl CPI CP 2 CP 3 CP 4 CP 5 CP 6 Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate (anionic surfactant) 1.55 1.55 1.55 - 1.55 1.55 1.55 Cocamidopropyl hydroxys ultaine (amphoteric surfactant) 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Cocobetaine (amphoteric surfactant) 0.30 0.30 0.30 0.30 0.30 0.30 0.30 Decyl glucoside (non-ionic surfactant) 1.06 1.06 1.06 1.06 1.06 - 1.06 Lauric acid (fatty acid) 6.00 10.00 - 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 Myristic acid (fatty acid) 3.01 - - - - - - Palmitic acid (fatty acid) 0.59 - - - - - - Stearic acid (fatty acid) 0.11 - - - - - - Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (gelling agent) 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 - 1.00 1.00 Perfume 0.80 0.70 0.70 0.70 0.70 0.70 0.70 Phenoxyethanol 0.70 0.70 0.70 0.70 0.70 0.70 0.70 0.70 Ascorbyl glucoside 0.01 0.01 0.01 0.01 0.01 0.01 0.01 Menthol 0.30 0.30 0.30 0.30 0.30 0.30 0.30 Sodium Benzoate 0.01 0.01 0.01 - 0.01 0.01 0.01 Glycerin 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 Salicylic Acid 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 Niacinamide 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 - Potassium Hydroxide 2.92 2.80 - 2.80 2.80 2.80 2.80 Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate 0.22 0.22 0.22 0.22 0.22 0.22 0.22 Sodium Chloride 0.07 0.07 0.07 0.07 0.07 0.07 0.07 Water 73.35 73.28 86.08 74.84 74.28 74.34 75.28 Example 2 Preliminary observation
[0118] The compositions prepared in Example 1 were analyzed to determine the scope of the prototype. Composition Cia exhibited a unique transparent foam like that of a soap wash. It showed rapid foaming with high foam density. It exhibited a sensory behavior of gentle and deep cleansing for acne and skin lightening, without making the skin dry and tight. The facial cleanser comprising composition Cia gently purified acne-prone skin and back without drying the skin. Thus, it was observed that the gel composition of the present application is suitable for all skin types, is foaming, stable and transparent.
[0119] Composition CP(1) in which the only fatty acid included was lauric acid, appeared as a thick cream and thus the requirement of the transparent washing gel was not met. Composition CP(2), in which no fatty acid was included, gave a non-transparent, non-gel aqueous liquid. Composition CP(3), in which the amino acid-based surfactant was not included, gave a loose foam with a longer settling time. Composition CP(4), in which the gelling agent was absent, remained in a non-gel state. Composition CP(5), in which the non-ionic surfactant was absent, gave a non-transparent, non-gel product, and composition CP(6), in which the active agent such as niacinamide was absent, gave a formulation with no pH and exfoliation. Similarly, the absence of other components, such as salicylic acid, disrupted the pH, causing skin irritation.
[0120] From the above, it was observed that the composition C1 prepared according to the present disclosure exhibited the desired pH, stability, exfoliating property, foaming characteristics, sensory aspects which could be attributed to the presence of essential ingredients, such as the combination of fatty acids and the combination of surfactants as well as the gelling agent in desired weight percentages. Example 3 Temperature stability Protocol
[0121] Composition Cl as prepared in Example 1 was analyzed to determine its stability when stored at different temperatures. Experimental
[0122] Composition Cl was stored in a transparent bottle at 4°C, 25°C, 37°C and 45°C, for a period of two months (2M). Observations
[0123] Composition Cl was found to be stable and transparent at 25°C and 45°C. However, the sample exposed to 4°C showed turbidity / precipitation. At room temperature (37°C), the composition remained transparent and in the form of a colorless gel. Results
[0124] Composition Cl showed stability at 2M under all conditions 4°C, 25°C, 37°C and 45°C. This stability could be extrapolated to 3 years and therefore composition Cl was found to have a longer shelf life. Example 4 Gloss control
[0125] The gloss control effect provided by compositions Cl, CP(1) and CP(2) was assessed using an instrumental test.
[0126] 17 healthy human volunteers with oily skin were recruited for the trial instrumental in order to assess the effects of shine control. Skin shine measurements were carried out using a Lightcam before and after product application, under controlled conditions. Protocol
[0127] Cleansing products tested: 500 mg / half face of compositions Cl, CP(1) and CP(2) in combination with a commercial skin lightening and cleansing product (commercial product).
[0128] Lightcam measurement:
[0129] Volunteers were instructed to wash their faces with water and allow them to acclimatize under standard conditions (temperature: 21 ± 1 °C; RH: 45 ± 5%) for 30 minutes.
[0130] The basic T-0 measurement was obtained on Lightcam, with the cheek and forehead as the assessment area.
[0131] The product was applied according to randomization using a standard protocol.
[0132] Volunteers were instructed to wait 10 minutes under standard conditions for the product to settle.
[0133] The T-imm measurement was obtained on Lightcam.
[0134] Volunteers were instructed to wait under standard conditions for the next 4 hours and subsequent measurements such as T - 30 min, T-1h and T-2h were performed. Results
[0135] The reduction in the gloss value compared to the baseline measurement T0 and the respective time point after the application of the product is represented as A value. The A values obtained for C(l), CP(1), CP(2) and the commercial product are summarized in Table 2.
[0136] [Tables2] Time point AT-imm AT-30 min AT-lh AT-2h AT-4h Cl -5.02 -4.90 -4.98 -4.54 -3.73 CP(1) -4.91 -4.73 -4.38 -4.24 -3.06 CP(2) -4.32 -4.31 -4.09 -4.06 -2.56 Commercial product -3.75 -3.36 -3.11 -2.67 -1.22
[0137] The cleaning compositions according to the present disclosure, namely Cl, exhibited superior gloss effects as illustrated by their A value -4.90, -4.54 and -3.73 at T-30 min, T-1h, T-2h and T-4h respectively. Furthermore, composition Cl was found to exhibit long-lasting gloss effects compared to CP(1), CP(2) and the commercial product. Example 5 Deep pore cleansing ability
[0138] To understand the pore deep cleaning capacity performance of composition Cl, a pore deep cleaning capacity test was carried out. Protocol
[0139] Deep pore cleansing, in vitro test was performed using Dermascore Plus instrument lab. The % deep pore cleansing efficiency offered by the composition was understood using in vitro substrate assessment. Bioskins (none 10A) were used and 6 replicates were taken per test samples. On each bioskin, 1.56 qg / cm2 of sebollution was applied to a 2.2 cm diameter circular study site on the larger pore side of the bioskin by finger coating in circular motion and kept for 10 min for drying. The samples were then washed with pretreatment cleanser (2 qg / cm2, Water:product = 2:1), 10 circles and were rinsed under running water (fixed flow rate) for 10 s and dried with Kim towels (5 times). Then, baseline values (T0) were recorded using the Dermascore instrument.The 6 bioskin samples were treated with Cl (7.59 qg Cl : 15.9 qg water), 30 circles and rinsed with running water (fixed flow rate) for 30 seconds and dried with Kim towels (5 times). Finally, the post-treatment values (Tl) were taken using the Dermascore instrument. All images were analyzed using the Dermascore driver software and the particle count data (single) were used to calculate the % removal capacity / deep pore cleansing ability.
[0140] The results confirmed that composition Cl exhibited a deep pore cleaning ability of 97.43%. Consumer panel study
[0141] To understand acne problems, a panel study was conducted among men aged 18 to 35 years with combination to oily skin type. Consumers reported having mild to moderate skin problems. The results revealed that the use of composition C1 of the present disclosure was highly valued for its mild cooling sensation with soothing efficacy. The composition was widely preferred for skin finish among users with acne-prone skin. The composition of the This disclosure promoted a smooth, hydrated skin finish with a slightly firmed feel and was therefore considered effective against acne by consumers. BENEFITS OF THIS DISCLOSURE
[0142] The present disclosure provides a clear gel-based cleansing composition comprising a combination of surfactants selected from an anionic surfactant, a non-ionic surfactant or an amphoteric surfactant, at least two fatty acids and a gelling agent, wherein the anionic surfactant is an amino acid-based surfactant. The composition comprises optimized weight ratios of said surfactants which allow for complete solubilization of a wide range of actives. Furthermore, the composition comprising the optimized level of actives as well as the additives provides multiple benefits for the skin. The composition is clear, of a desirable serum-gel-like texture for easy spreading, with an optimized pH and desired foamability. The composition is clear and stable at higher temperatures for a longer period, and therefore has enhanced stability and shelf life.The composition is gentle and suitable for all skin types and prevents acne. The composition treats acne and also reduces acne marks. The composition provides instant and long-lasting hydration and ensures a smooth and even complexion throughout its persistent use. The composition of this disclosure is a cleansing gel for sensitive skin featuring a light texture and advanced dermal care agents for gentle yet deep sensory cleansing for acne and brightening benefits from the first use with a sensory clean feeling.
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1. A gel composition comprising: a. a combination of surfactants selected from an anionic surfactant, a nonionic surfactant or an amphoteric surfactant; b. at least two fatty acids; and c. a gelling agent, wherein the anionic surfactant is an amino acid-based surfactant.
2. The composition of claim 1, wherein the amino acid-based surfactant is selected from sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, 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 olivoyl glutamate, sodium palmitoyl glutamate, sodium stearoyl glutamate, sodium undecylenoyl glutamate, potassium lauroyl sarcosinate, potassium cocoyl sarcosinate, sodium cocoyl sarcosinate, sodium myristoyl sarcosinate, sodium oleoyl sarcosinate,sodium palmitoyl sarcosinate, ammonium lauroyl sarcosinate, or combinations thereof.,
3. Composition according to claim 1, wherein the amphoteric surfactant is selected from (C8-C20)alkylbetaines, sulfobetaines, (C8_C20 alkyl)amido(C2-C8alkyl)hydroxy sulfobetaines, (C8-C20 alkyl)amido(C2-C8 alkyl)betaines, (C8_C20alkyl)amido(C2-C8 alkyl)sulfobetaines, (C8-C14 acyl)amphoacetates, (C8_C14acyl)amphoglycinates, or combinations thereof, preferably selected from (C8-C20)alkylbetaines, (C8_C20alkyl)amido(C2-C8alkyl) hydroxysulfobetaines, (C8-C 2oalkyl)amido(C2-C8alkyl)sulfobetaines, or combinations thereof; and / or wherein the non-ionic surfactant is selected from alkyl polyglycoside, acyl glucamides, fatty amides, oxyalkylenated glycerol esters, or combinations thereof; in which the alkyl polyglycoside is preferably of formula (I): R^-^OHGX (I) in which • Ri is a linear or branched alkyl or alkenyl radical comprising 6 to 24 carbon atoms, preferably 8 to 18 carbon atoms, or an alkylphenyl radical whose linear or branched alkyl radical comprises 6 to 24 carbon atoms, and preferably 8 to 18 carbon atoms, • R2 is an alkylene radical comprising 2 to 4 carbon atoms, • G is a sugar unit comprising 5 to 6 carbon atoms, • t is a value ranging from 0 to 4 and preferably 0 to 2, and • v denotes a value ranging from 1 to 10 and preferably 1 to 4;wherein the acyl glucamide is preferably selected from lauroyl methyl glucamide, myristoyl methyl glucamide, capryloyl methyl glucamide, capryl methyl glucamide, cocoyl methyl glucamide, caproyl methyl glucamide, lauryl methylglucamide, oleoyl methylglucamide oleate, stearoyl methylglucamide stearate, toumesoloyl methylglucamide, tocopheryl succinate methylglucamide, or combinations thereof;
4. A composition according to claim 1, wherein the surfactants are in a weight range of 0.01 to 20% (w / w), preferably 1 to 15% (w / w), relative to the total weight of the composition.
5. A composition according to claim 1, wherein the fatty acids are selected from carboxylic acids comprising 6 to 40 carbon atoms, preferably from carboxylic acids comprising 10 to 30 carbon atoms, more preferably from lauric acid, myristic acid, stearic acid, palmitic acid, or combinations thereof; wherein the fatty acids are preferably in a weight range of 0.01 to 20% (w / w), preferably 1 to 15% (w / w), relative to the total weight of the composition.
6. Composition according to claim 1, in which the gelling agent is chosen from hydroxyalkyl cellulose, inulins, celluloses, gums, xyloses, cellobiose, maltodextrin, scleroglucan, chitosan, ulvan, fucoidan, alginate, pectin, heparin, or combinations thereof, preferably among the hydroxyalkyl celluloses, and more preferably is hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose; wherein the gelling agent is preferably in a weight range of 0.01 to 10% (w / w), preferably 0.5 to 5% (w / w), relative to the total weight of the composition.
7. The composition of claim 1, wherein the composition comprises at least one active agent selected from niacinamide, salicylic acid, glycerin, menthol, methyl diisopropyl propionamide, menthyl lactate, mentone glycerin acetal, menthyl lactate, ethyl menthane carboxamide, menthoxypropanediol, vitamin E, beta hydroxybutanoic acid, tropic acid, trethocanic acid, panthenol, glycolic acid, mandelic acid, citric acid, malic acid, tartaric acid, lactobionic acid, gluconic acid or its ester, zinc gluconate, zinc sulfate, zinc salt of pyrrolidone carboxylic acid, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, vitamin C, ascorbyl glucoside, ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, phenoxyethanol, perfumes, sodium benzoate or combinations thereof, preferably selected from niacinamide, salicylic acid,glycerin, menthol, ascorbyl glucoside, phenoxyethanol, perfumes, citric acid, sodium benzoate, or combinations thereof, and more preferably selected from niacinamide, salicylic acid, or combinations thereof; and / or wherein the active agent is preferably in a weight range of 1 to 20% (w / w), preferably 5 to 10% (w / w), relative to the total weight of the composition; and / or wherein the composition preferably comprises water in a weight range of 10 to 90% (w / w), preferably 20 to 80% (w / w), relative to the total weight of the composition; and / or wherein the composition preferably has a pH in a range of 7.5 to 9.0, preferably in a range of 8.0 to 8.8.,
8. A cleaning product comprising the composition according to claim i
9. 1. Composition according to claim 1, for its use for the treatment of acne.