Anhydrous Compositions and Articles for Makeup Removal

Abstract

To provide a composition and a cleansing article capable of easily and effectively removing makeup in addition to clean and comfortable skin touch after use.SOLUTION: A makeup removal composition contains: i. at least two branched alkylated alcohol esters which contain ethylhexyl palmitate, and one or a combination of isopropyl myristate and isopropyl palmitate, and are present at 36 wt.% to 77 wt.% of the composition; ii. at least one dialkylated ether and at least one dialkyl carbonate; iii. at least one nonionic surfactant; and iv. at least one plant-derived oil which contains corn germ oil, and is present at 18 wt.% to 66 wt.% of the composition. The composition contains water of less than 5 wt.% based on the total weight of the composition.SELECTED DRAWING: None

Description

Technical Field

[0001] Priority and Related Applications This patent application claims the benefit of priority of U.S. Patent Application No. 16 / 532,018, filed Aug. 5, 2019, entitled “Anhydrous Compositions and Articles for Makeup Removal,” the disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference as if fully rewritten herein.

[0002] Field This invention relates to articles having at least one water-insoluble substrate, or one water-soluble substrate, particularly makeup removal and cleansing juice compositions impregnated on wipes.

Background Art

[0003] The removal of stubborn makeup has always been a problem and a consumer pain point, especially for waterproof mascara, long-lasting foundation, and long-lasting lip products. Typical makeup removal products are ineffective at removing stubborn makeup and thus require repeated tugging and rubbing on the skin and / or delicate eye area, causing irritation. Some oil-based makeup removal products may facilitate makeup removal, but an unpleasant greasy skin feel remains afterwards. Accordingly, there is a need for compositions and cleansing wipe articles that provide easy and effective makeup removal in addition to a clean and pleasant skin feel after use.

Summary of the Invention

[0004] The present disclosure, in various embodiments, is a makeup removal composition comprising: i. at least one branched alkylated alcohol ester; ii. at least one dialkylated ether or dialkyl carbonate; iii. at least one nonionic surfactant; and iv. At least one plant-derived oil The composition provides a composition that is essentially free of water.

[0005] According to various embodiments, the composition according to the present disclosure includes at least each of the following: one branched alkylated alcohol ester; one or a combination of a dialkylated ether and a dialkyl carbonate; a nonionic surfactant; and a plant-derived oil, and the composition is essentially free of water. In various embodiments, the composition can include two or more of each of the components and can further include one or more additives including a preservative, an activator, a skin softener, and a fragrance.

[0006] According to some embodiments: i. Each of the at least one branched alkylated alcohol ester is present in the composition at about 10% to about 70% by weight; ii. Each of the at least one dialkylated ether, dialkyl carbonate, and combinations thereof is present in the composition at about 1% to about 10% by weight; iii. Each of the at least one nonionic surfactant is present in the composition at about 0.5% to about 5% by weight; and iv. Each of the at least one plant-derived oil is present in the composition at about 20% to about 60% by weight.

[0007] According to some embodiments: i. The total amount of the branched alkylated alcohol ester is present in the composition at about 40% to about 70% by weight; ii. The total amount of the dialkylated ether, dialkyl carbonate, and combinations thereof is present in the composition at about 2% to about 20% by weight; iii. The total amount of the nonionic surfactant is present in the composition at about 0.5% to about 5% by weight; and iv. The total amount of the plant-derived oil is present in the composition at about 20% to about 60% by weight.

[0008] According to some embodiments: i. At least one branched alkylated alcohol ester includes one or more of isopropyl myristate, isopropyl palmitate, and ethylhexyl palmitate; ii. At least one dialkylated ether or dialkyl carbonate includes one or more of dicaprylyl ether and dicaprylyl carbonate; iii. At least one nonionic surfactant includes one or more of polyglyceryl-6 dicaprate, polyglyceryl-2 oleate, and polyglyceryl-10 dioleate; and iv. At least one plant-derived oil includes one or more of corn oil or rapeseed oil.

[0009] In some embodiments, the composition includes at least one preservative. In some embodiments, the at least one preservative is present up to about 1 wt% of the composition. In some embodiments, the preservative includes phenoxyethanol.

[0010] In some embodiments, the composition is essentially free of one or more of silicone and mineral oil.

[0011] In some embodiments, there is provided a makeup removing and cleansing article comprising: a. A substrate including a cosmetic wipe; b. A cleansing composition including the following, impregnated in the substrate; i. At least one branched alkylated alcohol ester; ii. At least one dialkylated ether or dialkyl carbonate; iii. At least one nonionic surfactant; and iv. At least one plant-derived oil The composition is essentially free of water, and The cleansing composition is impregnated on the substrate at an impregnation rate of 250 wt% to 400 wt% of the cleansing composition based on the weight of the substrate.

[0012] According to various embodiments, the makeup removing and cleansing article is formed from synthetic materials or from natural biodegradable, sustainably sourced natural origin fibers, natural fibers, or recycled or recyclable natural fibers. In some embodiments, the cleansing article is formed from a water-insoluble substrate. In some embodiments, the cleansing article is formed from a water-soluble substrate. In some specific embodiments, the article comprises a combination of a water-soluble substrate and a water-insoluble substrate.

[0013] In some specific embodiments, the makeup removing and cleansing article comprises non-woven fibers, the fibers being formed from natural biodegradable, sustainably sourced fibers selected from (1) natural origin fibers including one or a combination of pulp, viscose, lyocell, cellulose acetate, and cotton, (2) natural fibers including one or a combination of hemp, flax, seaweed, ramie, banana, and pineapple, and (3) recycled or recyclable fibers including cotton, and combinations thereof.

[0014] In some specific embodiments, the makeup removing and cleansing article comprises one or more non-woven sheets comprising water-soluble fibers, the sheets being soluble in running or still water having a temperature of 30 °C or less and being durable when contacted with an anhydrous formulation containing 5 wt% or less water.

[0015] In some specific embodiments, the makeup removing and cleansing article comprises water-soluble fibers including polyvinyl alcohol, hydroxy (C1-C6) alkyl cellulose, methyl cellulose, carboxymethyl cellulose, polyvinyl pyrrolidone, polyalkylene oxide, gelatin, a copolymer of acrylic acid and methacrylic acid, or combinations thereof.

[0016] These and other aspects of the invention are presented in the appended claims and described in more detail in the detailed description of the invention.

[0017] This disclosure describes exemplary embodiments in accordance with a general inventive concept and is not intended to limit the scope of the present invention in any way. In fact, the inventions described in the specification are broader than and not limited to the exemplary embodiments set forth herein, and the terms used herein have their full ordinary meaning.

[0018] It should be understood that both the foregoing summary and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only and are not restrictive of the present disclosure.

[0019] The features and advantages of the general inventive concept will become apparent from the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

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[0021] The term "article" is here understood to mean a combination consisting of a water-insoluble support and a composition impregnated on the support. This article can in particular be a wipe, but it can also have any form including those described below. The water-insoluble substrate is absorbent and strong enough not to disintegrate during its use. The use of the article as defined above is for skin or hair care, and / or for cleaning makeup off the skin, and / or removing it, and / or scrubbing the skin.

[0022] In some embodiments, the article can be formed from synthetic materials such as PET (polyethylene terephthalate, or polyester) and PP (polypropylene), which can be used alone or in combination with natural-based materials. And, in some embodiments, the article can be formed from sustainable biodegradable substrates of origin, such as (1) non-woven fabrics based on natural origin fibers, such as pulp, viscose, lyocell, cellulose acetate, cotton, (2) non-woven fabrics based on natural fibers, such as hemp, linen, seaweed, ramie, banana, pineapple, and (3) non-woven fabrics based on recycled or recyclable fibers, such as cotton.

[0023] Many conventional cosmetic articles, such as wipes, are formed from fossil-based polymer materials, such as PET (polyethylene terephthalate, or polyester) and PP (polypropylene) (which can be used alone or in combination with natural-based materials). Such synthetic substrates are desirable because they are produced relatively inexpensively and provide good tensile strength, however, they never essentially decompose, so they contribute negatively to the environment. As the focus on sustainability in the cosmetics industry increases, there is a need for cosmetic articles that use solid substrates obtained from (1) non-woven fabrics based on natural origin fibers, such as pulp, viscose, lyocell, cellulose acetate, cotton, (2) non-woven fabrics based on natural fibers, such as hemp, linen, seaweed, ramie, banana, pineapple, and (3) non-woven fabrics based on recycled or recyclable fibers, such as cotton.

[0024] In some embodiments, the articles herein are obtained from sustainable sources and are formed from biodegradable substrates. In some specific embodiments, these materials are selected from natural origin fibers formed into non-woven fabrics using fibers such as pulp, viscose, lyocell, cellulose acetate, and cotton. And, in certain embodiments, the substrate used to form the cosmetic article is a lyocell non-woven fabric. According to those embodiments that include naturally biodegradable, sustainably sourced fibers, an obvious benefit realized is the opportunity to reduce the environmental impact. Other benefits may also be achieved using sustainable biodegradable substrates. As further described herein, exemplary articles using sustainable biodegradable substrates, particularly lyocell non-woven fabrics, exhibit significantly enhanced performance compared to competing cosmetic articles using synthetic materials, as well as unexpected mechanical, texture, and absorbent properties. Also, as described herein, exemplary articles using sustainable biodegradable substrates, particularly lyocell non-woven fabrics, exhibit enhanced performance compared to the compositions of this invention impregnated into synthetic substrates.

[0025] The article according to the present disclosure is smooth to the touch. It shows the advantage of being comfortable during application to the skin and having a nourishing effect due to the presence of an oily phase. When it is used to clean or remove makeup from the skin, the article according to the present disclosure is passed over the skin, during which time it is left applied for as long as is sufficient for the makeup product to dissolve in the impregnated composition of the article, and then the skin is wiped. The skin can also optionally be rinsed thereafter. The article according to the present invention is a cosmetic article suitable for caring for and / or treating the skin of the face, body or hands, and for cleaning or removing makeup from the skin of the face and / or body. It can also be used for hair care and for removing makeup from the eyes.

[0026] The article according to the present disclosure can have any form suitable for the desired purpose. It can generally comprise wipes having a rectangular, square or other shape, can be single, multiple, and can be folded or not folded. The article can also be in the form of gloves, mittens or any other form suitable for practical use on the face or body, for example in the form of a face having holes for the eye, nose and / or mouth areas, or in the form of a makeup removal finger sack for application when removing makeup from the eyelashes, or in the form of a double-sided disc that can have one side or, in particular, two sides impregnated with different compositions. The article can also include a rough surface that allows for exfoliation (scrubbing) of the skin.

[0027] In some embodiments, the articles herein include, and are formed from, a substrate that is soluble, particularly water-soluble, or substantially water-soluble, as further described herein. In various embodiments, the article can include one or more sheets formed of water-soluble fibers. In some embodiments, the article can include both a water-insoluble layer and a water-soluble layer. An article layer formed using a water-soluble substrate can dissolve in the palm of a consumer's hand, providing a complete, convenient "bottle-free" and essentially waste-free cleansing opportunity. In various embodiments, the article can include functions including makeup and dirt removal, skin cell exfoliation, and skin cleansing.

[0028] As used herein, the terms "anhydrous" and "water-free" mean, in the context of this composition and one or more of the substrates for the article, that water is included in an amount less than 5% by weight, such as less than 3% by weight, such as less than 1% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition or substrate.

[0029] "Cosmetically acceptable" means a carrier that is compatible with any keratin substrate.

[0030] "Keratin substrate" and "keratin tissue" each include, but are not limited to, skin, hair, and nails.

[0031] As used herein, the term "naturally-derived fiber" refers to a fibrous material formed by a chemical treatment that provides a derivative based on a natural fiber; "natural fiber" means the non-derived form of the natural fiber, and "reclaimed / recycled" means a natural fiber revived from an article formed using such fibers.

[0032] As used herein, the terms "silicone-free" and "mineral oil-free" each mean that, based on the total active weight of the composition, less than 5% by weight, such as less than 3% by weight, such as less than 1% by weight, of, for example, dimethicone and other silicone oils, and silicone polymers such as silicone elastomers selected from silicone, and mineral oil are included.

[0033] As used herein, the term "water-soluble" is used to describe a material or object that substantially or completely dissolves in water, particularly when exposed at the temperatures described herein. The term "substantially water-soluble" as used herein with respect to a water-soluble substrate reflects the possibility that the substrate may contain a nominal amount of less than 10% that does not completely dissolve, and the amount of insolubility is not intentional. The terms "water-insoluble" and "insoluble" are used herein to describe a material or object that is not substantially or completely soluble and does not dissolve when exposed to water and / or an anhydrous composition, in accordance with the present disclosure, with respect to a substrate for forming an article.

[0034] The terms "wipe" and "pad" are used in the same sense with respect to the articles according to the present disclosure; similarly, the terms "sheet" and "layer" are used in the same sense throughout the present disclosure. The wipes disclosed herein are, in some embodiments, in the form of one or more fibrous sheets. As used herein, a non-woven sheet is a sheet different from a thin film.

[0035] According to the present disclosure, the inventive composition overcomes the drawbacks of the prior art and includes ease of overall makeup removal and easy foundation removal and easy mascara removal (both regular and waterproof), provides an unexpected benefit of having overall improved efficacy compared to commercially available comparative compositions that include one or more of silicone and mineral oil, leaves a clean and fresh, soft and smooth skin feel; meets the size and thickness of the substrate (wipe); is not too dry; is not sticky; leaves no residue; has a pleasant fragrance; includes desirable natural-based fibers; and can include a partially or wholly water-soluble fibrous substrate.

[0036] According to expert evaluations of makeup removal efficacy, the compositions and wipes according to the present disclosure show significantly better performance in removing waterproof mascara and long-lasting foundation compared to currently commercially available makeup removal wipes (e.g., including Neutrogena™ Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes and Garnier™ SkinActive Clean + Refreshing Remover Cleansing Towelettes, both formed using a synthetic fiber substrate impregnated with a cleansing composition), and oil-based wipes, and Shiseido - Cle de Peau Beaute Eye and Lip Makeup Remover Towelettes. The compositions of the invention according to the present disclosure not only showed better performance in makeup removal efficacy, including improved performance in removing both foundation and mascara compared to oil-based comparatives containing silicone and mineral oil, but they also provided a more pleasant experience and a relatively better skin feel after use. The articles of the invention formed using natural and water-soluble fibers showed similar enhanced performance compared to the comparative compositions. The compositions according to the present disclosure have a clean feel when applied and do not leave an oily or sticky skin feel.

[0037] The compositions according to the present disclosure include at least each of the following: one branched alkylated alcohol ester; one or a combination of a dialkylated ether and a dialkyl carbonate; a nonionic surfactant; and a plant-derived oil. The compositions do not contain or are essentially free of water. In various embodiments, the compositions can include two or more of each of the components and can further include one or more additives including a preservative, an activator, a skin softener, and a fragrance.

[0038] (i) Branched alkylated alcohol ester According to the present disclosure, the compositions include at least one branched alkylated alcohol ester.

[0039] In some embodiments, suitable branched alkylated alcohol esters that can be used in accordance with the present disclosure include isopropyl myristate, isopropyl palmitate, ethylhexyl palmitate, methyl palmitate, 2-ethylhexyl palmitate, hexyl laurate, ethylhexyl laurate, isopropyl laurate, ethylhexyl oleate, ethylhexyl isononanoate, isononyl isononanoate, myristyl myristate, 2-ethylhexyl caprate / caprylate (or octyl caprate / caprylate), isostearyl neopentanoate, cetearyl ethylhexanoate, isopropyl isostearate, diisopropyl sebacate, (caprate / caprylate) cocoalkyl, diisopropyl adipate, and combinations thereof, esters of lactic acid and fatty alcohols containing 12 or 13 carbon atoms, and combinations thereof, and may be selected from.

[0040] In some particular embodiments, at least one branched alkylated alcohol ester includes isopropyl myristate. In some embodiments, the composition includes two or more branched alkylated alcohol esters. In some such embodiments, at least one branched alkylated alcohol ester includes isopropyl myristate and one or more additional branched alkylated alcohol esters. In some particular embodiments, the composition includes isopropyl myristate, isopropyl palmitate, and ethylhexyl palmitate.

[0041] According to various embodiments, each of the at least one branched alkylated alcohol ester is present, by weight, based on the weight of the composition, in an amount of about 10 wt% to about 70 wt%, or about 10 wt% to about 60 wt%, or about 10% to about 40%, or about 10% to about 30%, or about 12% to about 25%, or 18% to about 20% or any suitable combination, sub - combination, range, or sub - range thereof. The total amount of branched alkylated alcohol esters present in the composition is present, by weight, based on the weight of the composition, in an amount of about 40 wt% to about 70 wt%, or about 50 wt% to about 65 wt%, or about 55% to about 58% or any suitable combination, sub - combination, range, or sub - range thereof. However, one of ordinary skill in the art will recognize that other ranges are within the scope of the invention.

[0042] Thus, each of the at least one branched alkylated alcohol ester in the composition can be present, by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, at about 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 65 to about 70 percent, including increments and ranges therein and therebetween.

[0043] (ii) Dialkylated ethers, dialkyl carbonates According to various embodiments, the composition comprises at least one dialkylated ether and / or dialkyl carbonate. In some embodiments, the at least one dialkylated ether and / or dialkyl carbonate can be selected from didecyl ether, dicapryl carbonate, distearyl ether, hydroxystearyl behenyl ether, hydroxystearyl alkyl C18 / C22 ether, diisononyl ether, PPG - 11 stearyl ether, isosorbide octyl ether, methyl perfluoroisobutyl ether, ethyl perfluoroisobutyl ether, propylene carbonate, diethylbutyl carbonate, diisopentyl carbonate, and combinations thereof.

[0044] In some embodiments, the composition comprises one dialkylated ether and / or a dialkyl carbonate. In some embodiments, the composition comprises at least a dialkylated ether and at least one dialkyl carbonate. In some embodiments, at least one of dicaprylyl ether and dicaprylyl carbonate and one or more additional dialkylated ethers and / or dialkyl carbonates. In some specific embodiments, the composition comprises dicaprylyl ether and dicaprylyl carbonate.

[0045] In some embodiments, each of the at least one dialkylated ether and / or dialkyl carbonate in the composition is present by weight, based on the weight of the composition, in an amount of about 1% to about 10%, or about 1% to about 5%, or about 2% to about 3%, or about 2% to about 4%, or about 3% to about 5%, or any suitable combination, sub - combination, range, or sub - range thereof. However, those skilled in the art will recognize that other ranges are within the scope of the invention.

[0046] In some specific embodiments, the total amount of the dialkylated ether and / or dialkyl carbonate is present in an amount of about 2% to about 20%, or about 2% to about 10%, or about 2% to about 4%, or about 3% to about 5%. In some embodiments, the total amount of the alkylated glycerol ester / surfactant does not exceed about 2%. In some specific embodiments, the total amount of the alkylated glycerol ester / surfactant is less than about 2%.

[0047] Thus, each of the at least one dialkylated ether and / or dialkyl carbonate is present by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, in an amount of about 1, 2, 3, 4, ~ about 5 percent, including increments and ranges therein and therebetween.

[0048] (iii) Non - ionic surfactant According to various embodiments, the composition comprises at least one nonionic surfactant. In some embodiments, the at least one nonionic surfactant can be selected from polyglyceryl nonionic surfactants, which are selected from the group consisting of polyglyceryl esters, polyglyceryl ethers, polyglyceryl sorbitan fatty acid esters, combinations of two or more thereof, and the like. In some embodiments, the at least one nonionic surfactant is selected from polyglyceryl esters, polyglyceryl ethers, and combinations of two or more thereof.In some embodiments, at least one nonionic surfactant is selected from polyglyceryl-2 oleate, polyglyceryl-4 caprylate / caprate, polyglyceryl-5 caprylate / caprate, polyglyceryl-6 dicaprylate, polyglyceryl-6 caprylate / caprate, polyglyceryl-7 caprylate / caprate, polyglyceryl-8 caprylate / caprate, polyglyceryl-9 caprylate / caprate, polyglyceryl-10 caprylate / caprate, polyglyceryl-4 capric acid, polyglyceryl-5 capric acid, polyglyceryl-6 capric acid, polyglyceryl-7 capric acid, polyglyceryl-8 capric acid, polyglyceryl-9 capric acid, polyglyceryl-10 capric acid, polyglyceryl-4 lauric acid, polyglyceryl-5 lauric acid, polyglyceryl-6 lauric acid, polyglyceryl-7 lauric acid, polyglyceryl-8 lauric acid, polyglyceryl-9 lauric acid, polyglyceryl-10 lauric acid, polyglyceryl-6 coconut oil fatty acid, polyglyceryl-7 coconut oil fatty acid, polyglyceryl-8 coconut oil fatty acid, polyglyceryl-9 coconut oil fatty acid, polyglyceryl-10 coconut oil fatty acid, polyglyceryl-11 coconut oil fatty acid, polyglyceryl-12 coconut oil fatty acid, polyglyceryl-6 myristic acid, polyglyceryl-7 myristic acid, polyglyceryl-8 myristic acid, polyglyceryl-9 myristic acid, polyglyceryl-10 myristic acid, polyglyceryl-11 myristic acid, polyglyceryl-12 myristic acid, polyglyceryl-10 oleic acid, polyglyceryl-11 oleic acid, polyglyceryl-12 oleic acid, polyglyceryl-10 stearic acid, polyglyceryl-11 stearic acid, polyglyceryl-12 stearic acid, and combinations of two or more thereof.

[0049] In some embodiments, the composition comprises one nonionic surfactant. In some embodiments, the composition comprises at least two or more nonionic surfactants. In some embodiments, the composition comprises polyglyceryl-6 dicaprylate, polyglyceryl-2 oleate, and polyglyceryl-10 dioleate.

[0050] In some embodiments, each of the at least one nonionic surfactant in the composition is present by weight, based on the weight of the composition, in an amount of about 0.5% to about 5%, or about 0.5% to about 3%, or about 1% to about 3%, or about 2% to about 4%, or about 1% to about 2%, or any suitable combination, sub-combination, range, or sub-range thereof. However, those skilled in the art will recognize that other ranges are within the scope of the invention.

[0051] In some specific embodiments, the total amount of the nonionic surfactant is present by weight, based on the weight of the composition, in an amount of about 0.5% to about 5%, or about 2% to about 4%, or about 2% to about 3%, or about 3% to about 5%, or any suitable combination, sub-combination, range, or sub-range thereof. However, those skilled in the art will recognize that other ranges are within the scope of the invention.

[0052] Thus, each of the at least one dialkylated ether and / or nonionic surfactant is present by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, in an amount of about 0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4 to about 5 percent, including increments and ranges therein and therebetween.

[0053] (iv) Plant-derived oil According to various embodiments, the composition includes at least one plant-derived oil. In some embodiments, the at least one plant-derived oil is selected from corn oil, rapeseed oil, Butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter, almond (sweet almond) oil, apricot kernel oil, and sunflower seed oil, carophyllum, palm, castor (ricinus), palm, avocado oil, Simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) seed oil, Olea europaea (olive) oil, coconut oil, and cereal germ oil, glyceryl tri (caprylate / caprate), sesame seed oil, Triticum vulgare (wheat) germ oil, argania spinose kernel oil, Glycine soja (soybean) oil, canola oil, rice bran oil, and combinations thereof.

[0054] In some embodiments, the composition comprises one plant-derived oil. In some embodiments, the composition comprises at least two plant-derived oils. In some embodiments, at least one plant-derived oil is one of corn oil and rapeseed oil. In some specific embodiments, the composition comprises corn oil and rapeseed oil.

[0055] According to various embodiments, each of the at least one plant-derived oil is present by weight, based on the weight of the composition, in an amount of about 20 wt% to about 60 wt%, or about 25 wt% to about 55 wt%, or about 30% to about 45%, or about 35% to about 40%, or about 20% to about 25%, or any suitable combination, sub-combination, range, or sub-range thereof.

[0056] The total amount of plant-derived oil present in the composition is, by weight, based on the weight of the composition, about 20 wt% to about 60 wt%, or about 20 wt% to about 40 wt%, or about 20% to about 25%, or about 35 wt% to about 40 wt% or any suitable combination, sub-combination, range, or sub-range thereof. However, one of ordinary skill in the art will recognize that other ranges are within the scope of the invention.

[0057] Thus, each of the at least one plant-derived oil in the composition can be present by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, at about 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55 to about 60 percent, including increments and ranges therein and therebetween.

[0058] Solvent According to the present disclosure, the composition may include one or more solvents. In some embodiments, the solvent is a branched or straight-chain, liquid alkane having a carbon chain length of C11-C20. In various embodiments, the liquid alkane may be selected from those having a carbon chain length of C11-C20. The liquid alkane may be selected from those having a carbon chain length of C11-C20, or C15-C19, or C11, C12, C13, C14, C15, C16, C17, C18-C19. In some specific embodiments, suitable liquid alkanes that may be used in accordance with the present disclosure include hydrocarbon oils containing 8-16 carbon atoms, especially branched C8-C16 alkanes such as C8-C16 isoalkanes. In some specific embodiments, such liquid alkanes may be selected from isoparaffins such as isododecane (also known as 2,2,4,4,6-pentamethylheptane), isodecane, and isohexadecane.

[0059] In some specific embodiments, the composition may include isohexadecane.

[0060] The amount of each of the at least one solvent, when present, is by weight, based on the weight of the composition, in the range of about 0.5 wt% to about 15 wt%, or about 0.5 wt% to about 5 wt%, or about 1% to about 2% or any suitable combination, partial combination, range, or sub-range thereof. However, those skilled in the art will recognize that other ranges are within the scope of the invention.

[0061] Thus, each of the at least one solvent in the composition can be present by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, in the range of about 0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 to about 15 percent, including increments and ranges therein and therebetween.

[0062] In some embodiments, the composition can include one or more additional solvents, such as monoalcohols, such as monohydric C1-C8 alcohols, such as ethanol, propanol, butanol, isopropanol, isobutanol, and benzyl alcohol, and phenylethyl alcohol.

[0063] Optional additives The composition can also include at least one additive used in the cosmetic field that does not affect the properties of the composition according to the present invention, such as fragrances, preservatives / antibacterial agents, active agents (e.g., vitamins, panthenol, tocopherol), coloring materials; essential oils; citric acid, sodium chloride; neutralizing or pH adjusting agents (e.g., triethylamine (TEA) and sodium hydroxide), and combinations thereof.

[0064] Although optional additives are given as examples, it will be recognized that other optional components suitable for anhydrous compositions that are compatible with cosmetic uses known in the art can be used.

[0065] According to various embodiments, the amount of one or more active agents and additives present in the composition, alone or in combination, can be present in the composition according to the present disclosure, by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, in the range of about 0.001 wt% to about 20 wt%, or about 0.005% to about 0.01%, or about 0.01% to about 0.1%, or about 0.15% to about 5%, or about 0.40% to about 4%, or about 0.5 wt% to about 2.5 wt%, or about 1% to about 2%, or any suitable combination, partial combination, range, or sub-range thereof.

[0066] Therefore, one or any combination of the active agent and the additive can be present, by weight, each one or in combination, based on the total weight of the composition, in an amount of about 0.001, 0.002, 0.003, 0.004, 0.005, 0.006, 0.007, 0.008, 0.009, 0.01, 0.02, 0.03, 0.04, 0.05, 0.06, 0.07, 0.08, 0.09, 0.10, 0.20, 0.30, 0.40, 0.50, 0.60, 0.70, 0.80, 0.90, 1.0, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19 to about 20 weight percent, including increments and ranges therein and therebetween.

[0067] Article / Substrate According to various embodiments, articles are provided that include a solid substrate impregnated with the makeup removing composition of the invention. The makeup removing and cleansing articles are formed from synthetic materials or from naturally biodegradable, sustainably sourced natural origin fibers, natural fibers, or recycled or recyclable natural fibers.

[0068] According to some embodiments, the substrate is a nonwoven material. An overview of nonwoven materials is provided in Riedel “Nonwoven Bonding Methods and Materials”, Nonwoven World (1987). These substrates are obtained by conventional methods of the techniques for the preparation of nonwoven materials.

[0069] If the substrate is a non-woven material, a non-woven material that does not form a ball, does not disintegrate when applied to the skin, and is sufficiently robust so as not to become woolly can be used. It must be absorbent and soft on at least one side, particularly for removing makeup from the eyes. Suitable non-woven materials may be mentioned, for example, those sold under the names Ultraloft 15285-01, Ultraloft 182-008, Ultraloft 182-010 and Ultraloft 182-016 by BBA, Vilmed M1519 Blau, Vilmed M 1550N and 112-132-3 by Freudenberg, those sold under the name Norafin 11601-010B by Jacob Holm Industries, the flock non-woven materials sold under the names Univel 109 and Univel 119 by UniFlockage, and those made of viscose / PLA supplied by Sandler.

[0070] According to some embodiments including the article, a water-insoluble substrate is used. The water-insoluble substrate can include one or more layers, which can be selected from the group consisting of woven materials, non-woven materials, foams, sponges, waddings, sheets, balls or films. In particular, it can be a non-woven substrate based on natural origin fibers (fibers made of linen, wool, cotton, silk, viscose, bamboo) or synthetic origin fibers (cellulose derivatives, polyvinyl derivatives, polyesters such as poly(ethylene terephthalate), polyolefins such as polyethylene (PET) or polypropylene, polyamides such as nylon, or acrylic derivatives) and mixtures thereof, such as viscose / PET, polylactic acid (PLA) or viscose / polylactic acid (viscose / PLA).

[0071] According to one embodiment, the substrate is a non-woven material made of viscose, or a non-woven material made of a viscose / microviscose mixture, by a hydroentanglement process.

[0072] In some specific embodiments, the makeup removing and cleansing article contains non-woven fibers, and the fibers are formed from natural biodegradable and sustainably supplied fibers selected from (1) natural origin fibers including one or a combination of pulp, viscose, lyocell, cellulose acetate, and cotton, (2) natural fibers including one or a combination of hemp, flax, seaweed, ramie, banana, and pineapple, and (3) recycled or recyclable fibers including cotton, and combinations thereof.

[0073] According to one embodiment, the substrate is a non-woven material formed from a biodegradable material, such as lyocell.

[0074] According to some embodiments, the substrate can include one or more layers having the same or different properties, as well as properties of elasticity and softness and other properties suitable for the desired application. The substrate can include, for example, two parts having different elastic properties as described in document WO-A-99 / 13861, or a single layer having different densities as described in document WO-A-99 / 25318, or two layers having different textures as described in document WO-A-98 / 18441.

[0075] According to some embodiments, when the article is used for the body, the substrate can include at least one rough side to enable massaging or scrubbing the skin simultaneously.

[0076] According to various embodiments, the substrate can have any size and any shape suitable for the desired purpose. Further, it generally has a surface area of 0.005 m 2 ~0.1 m 2 or 0.01 m 2 ~0.05 m 2 The weight of the substrate can range from 30 gsm to 200 gsm (grams per square meter), or from 40 gsm to 60 gsm.

[0077] According to some embodiments, an article according to the present disclosure includes one or more sheets or layers of a water-soluble substrate infused with the makeup removal composition. An article that includes such a water-soluble sheet can provide a finished product for a facial cleansing routine that contains all the necessary ingredients, such as a makeup remover and a cleanser, for the user and does not require the use of additional liquid components. For example, in one embodiment, the wipe includes at least one sheet that can be used as a makeup removal sheet, such as a non-woven sheet that includes fibers having a certain texture. The sheet can also incorporate the makeup removal composition according to the present disclosure and, in some embodiments, can include an additional layer or portion that includes a surfactant component or other oil cleansers described below. After using such a wipe to remove makeup and / or oil and dirt from the surface of the skin (e.g., the face), the wipe can be immediately dissolved in the palm of the consumer's hand and rinsed away with no or negligible solid waste, or can be used to reconstitute a liquid surfactant for further cleansing. In some embodiments, the wipe can include two or more layers or sheets, which can have distinct and / or clearly defined functions. For example, in one embodiment, the wipe includes one or more makeup removal sheets that include the makeup removal composition according to the present disclosure and, in one example, a cleansing sheet that includes a surfactant composition associated with the sheet, such as a dry surfactant composition. In certain embodiments, the wipe can further include one or more exfoliating sheets. And in some examples, the article that includes the wipe can include one or more sheets that are not water-soluble.

[0078] Articles containing sheets greater than 1 and including a water-soluble substrate can be arranged in any manner. In some embodiments, one or more makeup removal sheets are disposed on top of one or more cleansing and / or exfoliating sheets. The user can pull the makeup removal sheet away from the wipe, use the sheet to wipe the skin, and remove makeup and / or dirt. The used sheet can then be discarded by rinsing it under running water or dissolving it. After makeup removal, the user can reconstitute the remaining one or more sheets in water, provide a surfactant cleanser, and use the cleanser to wash the skin. FIGS. 2 and 4 show another depiction of the use of sheets containing a water-soluble substrate. Referring now to FIG. 3, an article containing a wipe can include two or more sheets sealed together at the edges and a cleansing pod between two adjacent sheets, the cleansing pod including a cleansing composition encapsulated in a water-soluble nonwoven wipe or a water-soluble film. In some embodiments, when the wipe includes two or more sheets, the two or more sheets are separable. The description herein can relate to sheets formed from either soluble or insoluble substrates, but one of ordinary skill in the art will recognize that in the images shown in FIG. 3 for some examples of layered wipes, such examples can include one or both of soluble and insoluble layers.

[0079] Generally, with respect to articles containing wipes disclosed herein, the wipe can have any shape, e.g., a shape suitable for the intended use, e.g., for removing makeup around the eyes. For example, the wipe can have a rectangular, circular, kidney, or oval shape having dimensions suitable for the intended use. Thus, the wipe can have an oval shape with a length of about 2 cm to 15 cm and a width of about 1 cm to 10 cm, a disc shape having a diameter of about 2 cm to 15 cm, or a square form having sides of about 5 cm to 15 cm, or a rectangular form having a length of about 5 cm to 15 cm.

[0080] According to an embodiment of a wipe comprising a water-soluble substrate, the substrate is completely or at least substantially soluble in tap water at a temperature suitable for facial cleansing, for example, a temperature of 30 °C or less. As used herein, "30 °C or less" means a temperature that does not exceed 30 °C but is not less than 0 °C, for example, a temperature of about 0 °C to about 30 °C, or, for example, a temperature in the range of greater than about 0 °C to about 30 °C, about 5 °C to about 30 °C, about 10 °C to about 30 °C, about 15 °C to about 30 °C, or about 20 °C to about 30 °C. In certain embodiments, the entire wipe is soluble in water at a temperature of 30 °C or less. According to such an embodiment of a wipe comprising a water-soluble substrate, it includes a sheet that substantially does not contain non-water-soluble fibers. In some embodiments, the wipe includes a sheet composed of fibers that are water-soluble, for example, the wipe itself is completely water-soluble. According to one embodiment of the invention, the sheet does not have non-water-soluble fibers, that is, the sheet is composed of only water-soluble fibers, and thus the entire sheet is completely soluble in water.

[0081] Any suitable water-soluble fiber can be used in the manufacture of the wipes disclosed herein, for example, natural, artificial, or synthetic water-soluble polymer fibers. In some embodiments, the water-soluble fibers include a water-soluble polymer material. Any water-soluble material that can be spun into fibers can be used in the preparation of the wipe sheets disclosed herein, for example, materials selected from polyvinyl alcohol, hydroxy(C1-C6)alkyl cellulose, methyl cellulose, carboxymethyl cellulose, polyvinyl pyrrolidone, polyalkylene oxide, gelatin, copolymers of acrylic acid and methacrylic acid, and combinations thereof.

[0082] In certain embodiments, the water-soluble fiber is a polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) fiber produced by a method that uses polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) to provide the required water solubility of the fiber. The PVA used in the fiber can have various degrees of polymerization. For example, PVA fibers that are soluble in water at a temperature of 30°C or lower include PVA fibers commercially available under the trade name Kuralon K-II WN2 by the Japanese company Kuaray. The fibers are prepared by a method that includes preparing a spinning solution by dissolving a water-soluble PVA-based polymer in a first organic solvent, spinning the solution in a second organic solvent to obtain a solidified yarn, performing wet stretching of the yarn from which the first solvent has been removed, and then drying and heat-treating them. These fibers can have, for example, a circular cross-section and a tensile strength of at least 2.7 g / dtex (3 g / d) as described in US6106945A of Kuraray Co Ltd, the disclosure of which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety. In addition to or instead of PVA, other types of fibers can be used in the wipe sheets disclosed herein, for example, but not limited to, polysaccharide fibers commercially available under the name Lysornb (trademark) by Lysac Technologies, or polyholoside polymer-based fibers such as glucomannan or starch. When a combination of fibers is used in the wipes disclosed herein, the fibers can include a mixture of various fibers that are water-soluble at different temperatures, for example, different temperatures of 30°C or lower, where appropriate. In some embodiments, each sheet of one or more sheets includes two or more types of water-soluble fibers. In other embodiments, the wipe can include two or more sheets, and at least two sheets include different types of water-soluble materials.

[0083] According to embodiments in which an article according to the present disclosure includes one or more sheets or layers of a water-soluble substrate, such wipes will include at least one nonwoven sheet. In some embodiments, the nonwoven sheet is a spun-wound sheet or a needle-punched sheet. Any suitable technique for manufacturing nonwoven materials from fibers can be used in the manufacture of the wipes disclosed herein. For example, the fibers can be formed by extrusion and deposited on a conveyor, forming a sheet of fibers, which is then consolidated by conventional fiber bonding techniques, such as needling, thermal bonding, calendering. In some embodiments, adhesion by a hot air jet (i.e., through-air bonding), a technique in which the sheet passes through a tunnel through which hot air is blown, can be used, for example, when the sheet consists of fibers containing two grades of polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) with different melting or softening points. Such fibers can be co-extruded such that the fiber has at least one first grade of PVA located in the core of the fiber and at least one second grade of PVA located peripherally around the fiber, for example, forming a sheath around the core. Adhesion of such core-sheath fibers can be more readily achieved when the sheath has a lower melting point than the core. When the wipes disclosed herein include multiple sheets, two or more sheets can be joined together in various ways, such as by welding, gluing, or stitching, for example, stitching using a thread that is itself water-soluble. In some embodiments, when the wipe includes multiple nonwoven sheets, these sheets can be joined together by heat sealing, for example, heat sealing at the edges or peripheries of the wipe, providing a wipe with an internal cavity.

[0084] In certain embodiments, the surface of the water-soluble fiber is functionally modified or functionalized by suitable treatments such as mechanical treatment, chemical treatment, coating, or combinations thereof. Functionalization by mechanical and / or coating and / or chemical means is used to provide certain properties such as, but not limited to, cleansing, absorption, skin exfoliation, containment of active material components, deposition of active material components, durability, or combinations thereof. In certain embodiments, the fiber is mechanically treated or modified. Mechanical treatments such as, for example, micro-crimping (calendar pressure and heat), mechanical adhesion, and combinations thereof are used to increase sheet volume, create a physical texture, or change absorption properties (e.g., provide more volume or a higher absorption rate). In certain embodiments, mechanical adhesion such as thermoforming and / or sealing can create a physical texture, change absorption and dissolution properties (i.e., adhesion increases dissolution time, reduces absorption rate, and creates rough / durable regions), or can be used to create sharp, linear, linear patterns, or coplanar seals. In certain embodiments, the fiber includes a coating. In some embodiments, the coating is a hydrophobic coating. The coating of the wipe fibers disclosed herein can be achieved by contacting the water-soluble fiber with a hydrophobic composition in any suitable manner, e.g., the coating can be calendared, sprayed onto, fused to, or impregnated / saturated within / on a nonwoven sheet such as a PVA nonwoven sheet. The hydrophobic coating can prevent solubility in water and / or provide a barrier on one or both sides of the nonwoven sheet.In addition, the film coating can function as a barrier to or on one or more non-woven sheets (e.g., PVA sheets) impregnated with incompatible formulations that need to provide a distinct benefit or effect. For example, a PVA sheet impregnated with oil for makeup removal can be separated from a PVA sheet impregnated with a powdered surfactant composition for cleansing and "washing with soap water" effects, which, when in contact with water, functions as the main efficacy cue for the user. For example, an exemplary wipe can include one or more makeup removal sheets having fibers coated with a makeup removal formulation such as oil. Examples of makeup removal formulations are known in the art.

[0085] In certain embodiments of the wipe comprising a water-soluble substrate, the fibers constituting the sheet comprise a hydrophobic coating. Suitable hydrophobic coatings include coatings comprising silicone, hydrocarbon, natural oil, glycerin, kudzu powder, water-displacing solvent, or combinations thereof. The coating can further function as an adhesive for additional functionality, such as for a powdered detergent or surfactant composition or exfoliating composition. Surfactants and exfoliants are known in the art.

[0086] In some embodiments, the wipes disclosed herein include a textured PVA sheet or a makeup removing sheet having a makeup removing agent, such as a makeup removing composition according to the present disclosure, or a PVA sheet having an additional cleansing oil associated therewith. In other embodiments, the wipes further include a surfactant composition anhydrous in association with fibers as described above. Suitable surfactant compositions can include SLS, fats, alkalis, essential oils, fragrances, glycerin, blends, cocoa butter. The surfactant can be in a dry (powder) or other anhydrous form (e.g., having less than about 5 wt%, less than about 3 wt%, or less than about 1 wt% water). Moreover, in further embodiments, in addition to the sheets described herein, the wipes further include at least one release sheet, e.g., a sheet having a release agent associated with the sheet. Thus, in some embodiments, the wipes include multiple sheets, e.g., two or more sheets, three or more sheets, or four or more sheets. In some embodiments, when the wipes include two or more sheets, at least two of the two or more sheets are heat sealed. The wipes disclosed herein can further include a barrier film between two adjacent sheets, e.g., sheets having incompatible functionality or formulations. The film is composed of a water-soluble material, e.g., in some embodiments, the film includes polyvinyl alcohol. PVA films are known in the art and are commercially available from many manufacturers. Sheets of any thickness can be used in the wipes disclosed herein. In certain embodiments, the sheets have a thickness of about 0.3 mm to about 0.5 mm. In some embodiments, the sheets have a thickness of about 0.40 mm to about 0.45 mm.

[0087] The wipes disclosed herein can be manufactured by methods known in the art, such as the processes disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 7,465,266 and U.S. Patent No. 6,202,845, which are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety. For example, an exemplary multi-layer non-woven PVA wipe can be manufactured by fusing a non-woven PVA sheet with a PVA film to produce a multi-layer wipe that separates incompatible formulations. As shown in Figure 3D, three webs, for example, a makeup removing non-woven PVA fiber sheet, a PVA film, and a cleansing PVA sheet having the above characteristics, are obtained together in an in-line manufacturing process using a sealing (layer-to-layer) step and a cutting / scoring step (which enables "z-folding"), and the alternating "z-folding" allows the compatible formulations on the alternating sides of the wipe to come into contact while avoiding contact between the two incompatible formulations. The method is useful for separating the substrate impregnated with and / or coated with the formulation to avoid reactions (e.g., oil / surfactant foam neutralization) during the manufacture and packaging of the multi-layer non-woven wipe and through consumer use (i.e., the wipe is dispensed in a reverse "z-fold").

[0088] Generally, this article, including those containing one or more insoluble and water-soluble substrates, can be provided in a kit or package containing at least one wipe disclosed herein. In some embodiments, the kit contains multiple wipes. In certain embodiments, the wipes are removably attached to each other and / or are folded in the reverse z-fold described above.

[0089] According to various embodiments, the impregnation rate of the composition onto the substrate generally ranges from 100% to 1000% of the weight of the substrate, and in some embodiments, from about 150% to about 700%, or from about 250% to about 400%. Techniques for impregnating the substrate with the composition are well known and can all be applied in the present invention. Generally, the impregnating composition is added to the substrate by heating it by one or more techniques including dipping, coating, spraying, etc.

[0090] The following examples according to the present invention are provided by way of example and are not of a limiting nature. The names are chemical names or INCI names. Quantities are given in weight percent (%) unless otherwise noted therein.

Example

[0091] Example 1: Raw Materials

Table 1

[0092] Example 2: Invention Compositions: Various representative embodiments of the invention compositions and articles are illustrated herein. In some cases, the composition is referred to as a “juice”. The invention compositions in juice form (not impregnated into a substrate) are designated using a numerical identifier (e.g., “Invention Composition 1” or “INV1”); the invention compositions in article form (impregnated into a substrate) are designated using an alphanumeric identifier (e.g., “Invention Composition 1A” or “INV1A” (juice impregnated into a water-soluble PVOH nonwoven fabric); “Invention Composition 1B” or “INV1B” (juice impregnated into a synthetic nonwoven substrate)).

Table 2

[0093] Example 3: Invention Composition Preparation Procedure: Preparation of Juice Formulation: 1. Add Phase A to the main kettle (MK) and mix well at room temperature to obtain a clear, pale yellow liquid. 2. In the secondary kettle (SK), premix Phase B and heat to 70 - 75 °C. Mix well and confirm that Phase B is completely dissolved to obtain a colorless, transparent liquid. 3. When Phase B is completely dispersed, gradually add Phase B to MK. Maintain the mixing in MK while Phase B is being gradually added to ensure that the mixture is completely homogeneous. 4. As Phase B is added to MK, the batch becomes more translucent and then transparent. The formulation is translucent and has a pale yellow color. 5. Cool to room temperature and finish the batch.

[0094] The inventive composition is an essentially anhydrous, clear liquid, with some slight yellowish coloring or none.

[0095] Preparation of makeup removal wipes: Immerse the selected non-woven substrate in the juice formulation homogeneously at a weight percentage ratio of 1:2.5 (substrate: juice formulation). Fold the wet substrate into the desired shape, stack the folded wet wipes, and pack them in a suitable package for easy use.

[0096] Example 4: Inventive wipes [Table 3]

[0097] Example 5: Comparative composition [Table 4] [Table 5] [Table 6]

[0098] Example 6: Expert evaluation: Proof of the effectiveness of the inventive composition versus the comparative composition in the removal of stubborn makeup and mascara Tests were conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of the inventive compositions compared to a commercially available makeup removing wet wipe (comparative composition) having generally similar components infused into a solid substrate. In the study, a wipe substrate impregnated with the juice composition was used by a skilled / specialist esthetician to remove heavy face makeup (Maybelline™ Super Stay Full Coverage Foundation), and mascara (Maybelline™ Colossal Big Shot Waterproof Mascara). The cleansing wipes were prepared by immersing a liquid cleaning composition into the wipe substrate at a specific weight percentage ratio, typically 2.5:1 (juice:substrate). The makeup removal efficacy was determined by following a protocol where an esthetician applied stubborn makeup products to six (6) Caucasian women. After 30 minutes, the esthetician removed the makeup using the test articles (invention and comparative), and the degree of removal was evaluated by the amount of residual makeup removed by using Lancôme™ Bi-Facil™ Makeup Remover (a two-phase makeup removal product) at 2 mL on cotton pads, up to a maximum of six cotton pads. The higher the makeup removal efficacy of the test formulation, the fewer the cotton pads with Bi-Facil™ required to remove it, since there would be less residual makeup. The makeup removal efficacy data was plotted using a 2D graph as shown in Figure 1; the data shown in Figure 1 is presented in Table 7.

Table 7

[0099] Both of the inventive compositions tested were more efficient than each of the comparative compositions in removing foundation and mascara, and both of the inventive compositions provided aesthetically acceptable results.

[0100] Although the present disclosure has been described with reference to the embodiments described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes can be made without departing from the scope of the present disclosure, and equivalents can replace its elements. In addition, many modifications can be made without departing from its essential scope to adapt a particular situation or material to the teachings of the present disclosure. Therefore, the present disclosure is not limited to the particular embodiments disclosed as the best mode contemplated for carrying out this disclosure, and the present disclosure is intended to include all embodiments within the scope of the appended claims.

[0101] When the article "a" or "an" is applied to any feature in the embodiments of the present disclosure described in the specification and claims herein, it means one or more. The use of "a" or "an" does not limit its meaning to a single feature unless such a limitation is specifically described. The article "the" preceding a singular or plural noun or noun phrase indicates one or more specifically identified features, which may have a singular or plural meaning depending on the context in which it is used. The adjective "any" means one, some, or all, regardless of quantity.

[0102] "At least one" herein means one or more, and thus includes individual components as well as mixtures / combinations.

[0103] The transitional terms "comprising," "consisting essentially of," and "consisting of" define the scope of the claims in the appended claims when used in the original and amended forms, as to whether any unrecited additional claim elements or steps, if any, are excluded from the scope of the claim(s). The term "comprising" is intended to embrace or not to limit, and does not exclude any additional, unrecited elements, method, steps or materials. The term "consisting of" excludes any element, step or material other than those specified in the claim, and in the latter case, excludes impurities normally associated with the specified material(s). The term "consisting essentially of" limits the scope of the claim to those elements, steps or materials (if any) specified, and those that do not substantially affect the basic and novel characteristics of the claimed disclosure. All materials and methods described herein embodying the present disclosure can, in another embodiment, be more specifically defined by any of the transitional terms "comprising," "consisting essentially of," and "consisting of."

[0104] The terms "excluding" and "lacking" indicate that the excluded material, which can be reliably measured, is not present in the composition, typically being 0 weight % based on the total weight of the composition. The term "essentially excluding" means that it is preferred that the excluded material is not present in the composition, but that very small amounts of the excluded material may be present in the composition of the invention, provided that these amounts do not substantially affect the advantageous properties of the composition. In particular, "essentially excluding" means that the excluded material may be present in the composition in an amount of less than about 0.1 weight % based on the total weight of the composition.

[0105] Unless otherwise indicated in the Examples of operation or elsewhere, all numerical values representing amounts of material components and / or reaction conditions should be understood to be modified in all cases by the term "about", meaning within 10% of the specified numerical value (e.g., "about 10%" means 9% - 11%, and "about 2%" means 1.8% - 2.2%).

[0106] Percentages and ratios are calculated by weight unless otherwise indicated. All percentages are calculated based on the total composition unless otherwise indicated. Generally, unless expressly stated otherwise herein, "weight" or "amount" refers to the amount of raw material containing the material component as used herein with respect to the percentage amount of the material component, and the raw material can be described herein as occupying less than 100% active of the material component and up to that maximum. Thus, the weight percentage of the active substance in the composition is expressed as the amount of the raw material containing the active substance used, and may or may not reflect the final percentage of the active substance, which depends on the weight percentage of the active substance in the raw material.

[0107] The terms "weight percent" and "wt%" may be used interchangeably and mean percent by weight based on the total weight of the composition, article, or material, except where specifically identified with respect to a phase, or system, that is a component of the composition, article, or material. All ranges and amounts given herein are intended to include sub-ranges and amounts that use any of the disclosed points as endpoints. Thus, a range of "1% - 10%, for example 2% - 8%, for example 3% - 5%" is intended to include ranges such as "1% - 8%", "1% - 5%", "2% - 10%", etc. All numerical values, amounts, ranges, etc. are intended to be modified by the term "about" whether or not so explicitly stated. Similarly, a given range of "about 1% - 10%" is intended to have the term "about" modifying both the 1% and 10% endpoints. Further, when the amount of a component is given, it is understood that, unless otherwise indicated, the amount of the active material is intended to be specified.

[0108] Numerical ranges and parameters setting forth the broad scope of the present disclosure are approximations, and unless otherwise indicated, the numerical values set forth in the specific examples are reported as accurately as possible. However, any numerical value inherently contains certain errors necessarily resulting from the standard deviation found in their respective testing measurements. The following examples function to illustrate embodiments of the present disclosure, but are not restrictive in nature.

[0109] All publications and patent applications cited in this specification are hereby incorporated by reference as if each individual publication or patent application were specifically and individually indicated to be incorporated by reference for all purposes. In the event of any conflict between the present disclosure and any incorporated publication or patent application by reference, the present disclosure controls.

Claims

Claim 1. A makeup removing composition comprising: i. Ethylhexyl palmitate and one or a combination of isopropyl myristate and isopropyl palmitate, at least two branched alkylated alcohol esters present at 36% to 77% by weight of the composition; ii. At least one dialkylated ether and at least one dialkyl carbonate; iii. At least one nonionic surfactant; and iv. At least one plant-derived oil containing corn germ oil, present at 18% to 66% by weight of the composition; comprising wherein the composition contains less than 5% by weight of water based on the total weight of the composition, a makeup removing composition. Claim 2. i. The at least two branched alkylated alcohol esters include isopropyl myristate and isopropyl palmitate, or isopropyl palmitate and ethylhexyl palmitate; ii. The at least one dialkylated ether and at least one dialkyl carbonate include dicaprylyl ether and dicapryl carbonate; iii. The at least one nonionic surfactant includes polyglyceryl-6 dicaprate, polyglyceryl-2 oleate, and polyglyceryl-10 dioleate; iv. The at least one plant-derived oil includes one or more of rapeseed oil, shea butter, almond oil, apricot kernel oil, sunflower seed oil, carophyllum, palm, castor, babassu, avocado oil, jojoba seed oil, olive oil, coconut oil, and cereal germ oil, glyceryl tri (caprylate / caprate), sesame seed oil, wheat germ oil, argania spinosa kernel oil, soybean oil, canola oil, rice bran oil, or a combination thereof; The makeup removing composition according to Claim 1. Claim 3. The makeup removing composition according to Claim 1, comprising a solvent containing isohexadecane. Claim 4. The makeup removing composition according to claim 1, wherein the composition contains less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, of one or both of silicone and mineral oil. **Claim 5**: A makeup removing and cleansing article, a. a substrate; b. a cleansing composition contained in the substrate, the cleansing composition comprising: i. at least two branched alkylated alcohol esters, comprising ethylhexyl palmitate and one or a combination of isopropyl myristate and isopropyl palmitate, present at 36% to 77% by weight of the composition; ii. at least one dialkylated ether and at least one dialkyl carbonate; iii. at least one nonionic surfactant present at 0.45% to 5.5% by weight of the composition; and iv. at least one plant-derived oil, comprising corn germ oil, present at 18% to 55% by weight of the composition; wherein the composition contains less than 5% by weight of water, based on the total weight of the composition, and the cleansing composition is impregnated on the substrate at an impregnation rate of 100% to 1000% by weight of the cleansing composition relative to the weight of the substrate. A makeup removing and cleansing article. **Claim 6** The makeup removing and cleansing article according to claim 5, wherein the substrate is water-insoluble. **Claim 7** The makeup removing and cleansing article according to claim 5, wherein the substrate is water-soluble. **Claim 8** The makeup removing and cleansing article according to claim 5, wherein the cleansing composition is impregnated on the substrate at an impregnation rate of 250% to 400% by weight of the cleansing composition relative to the weight of the substrate. **Claim 9** The article is a makeup removing wipe containing non-woven fibers, and the fibers are formed from natural biodegradable and sustainably sourced fibers selected from (1) natural origin fibers including one or a combination of pulp, viscose, lyocell, cellulose acetate, and cotton, (2) natural fibers including one or a combination of hemp, linen, seaweed, ramie, banana, and pineapple, and (3) recycled or recycled fibers including cotton, and combinations thereof. The makeup removing and cleansing article according to claim 5. **Claim 10** The composition contains less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, of one or both of silicone and mineral oil, and the at least two branched alkylated alcohol esters include at least isopropyl palmitate and ethylhexyl palmitate. The makeup removing and cleansing article according to claim 5.

11. The makeup removing and cleansing article includes one or more non-woven sheets containing water-soluble fibers, the sheets are soluble in running or still water having a temperature of 30 °C or lower, and are insoluble when contacted with an anhydrous formulation containing 5% or less water based on the weight of the composition. The makeup removing and cleansing article according to claim 5.

12. The makeup removing and cleansing article includes water-soluble fibers containing polyvinyl alcohol, hydroxy(C1-C6)alkyl cellulose, methyl cellulose, carboxymethyl cellulose, polyvinyl pyrrolidone, polyalkylene oxide, gelatin, a copolymer of acrylic acid and methacrylic acid, or a combination thereof. The makeup removing and cleansing article according to claim 5.

13. At least one of the one or more sheets is a spun-wound non-woven sheet or a needle-punched non-woven sheet. The makeup removing and cleansing article according to claim 5.

14. The water-soluble fibers are characterized as including polyvinyl alcohol fibers, and are functionally modified by mechanical treatment, chemical treatment, or coating, and include a hydrophobic coating. The makeup removing and cleansing article according to claim 5.

15. The article includes a cleansing pod between two adjacent sheets, and the cleansing pod includes a cleansing composition enclosed in a water-soluble non-woven wipe or a water-soluble film. The makeup removing and cleansing article according to claim 5.

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