Natural styling composition free from synthetic polymers

Abstract

The presently claimed invention is directed to a hair styling composition comprising at least one natural derived thickener (A), at least one natural derived film former (B) and at least one preservative selected from the group consisting of alcohols having one, two or more hydroxyl group(s) and 1 to 14 carbon atoms. Moreover, the presently claimed invention is directed to a method for shaping and / or fixing the hair with the hair styling composition which reduces flaking and the use of the hair styling composition for reducing flaking.

Description

[0001] Natural Styling Composition free from Synthetic Polymers

[0002] Field of the Invention

[0003] The presently claimed invention is directed to a hair styling composition comprising at least one natural derived thickener (A), at least one natural derived film former (B) and at least one preservative selected from the group consisting of alcohols having one, two or more hydroxyl group(s) and 1 to 14 carbon atoms. Moreover, the presently claimed invention is directed to a method for shaping and / or fixing the hair with the hair styling composition which reduces flaking and the use of the hair styling composition for reducing flaking.

[0004] Background of the Invention

[0005] Hair styling products are intended for helping to create individual hair styles and for temporarily holding them in place for a period of time. Hair styling products can be in the form of wax, cream, gel, lotion, foam or spray. They particularly find application in putting short to medium length hair in a fashionable hairstyle and impart hold, texture, and luster as well as stabilize, condition, and fix the hairstyle. These temporary hair styling intends to provide a good hold and fixation without compromising the healthy appearance of the hair such as shining and smooth look.

[0006] The hair styling products are usually applied based on the following principles. Solid products (waxes, creams, gels) are removed with the fingers and / or comb, brush from suitable containers. Sprayable or foamable products are sprayed onto the hand and / or hair. Creamy products can be squeezed out of a tube onto the hand. The product should have a homogeneous consistency and should not crumble during application. After applications or during the application, the styling product should not leave a residue which may than create flaking on the hair surface. During the application of hair styling products, no chemical reaction takes place. Instead, the hair fibers are physically shaped and / or fixed with the applied hair styling products. In order to fix and hold human hair or to stabilize an established hairstyle, hair treatment compositions generally comprise film forming resins and / or hair- fixing / film forming polymers. The hair fixing polymers usually used for cosmetic purposes are characterized by good fixing properties in aqueous, alcoholic or aqueous-alcoholic media. After application to the hair these hair-fixing polymers hold and fix the hair in its shape and stabilize an established hairstyle. These polymers are often produced from synthetic sources such as fossil materials and petroleum sources which requires an increased energy source and which are not eco-friendly sources.

[0007] EP 1 532 966 B1 discloses cosmetic compositions comprising at least one gellan gum as thickener in combination with fixing polymers and polyols. The fixing polymers are all synthetic polymers such as high Mw film forming silicones.

[0008] US 2020 / 0170928 A1 discloses a cosmetic agent for temporarily reshaping hair. The disclosed composition comprises a natural thickener and a film former comprising a hydroxypropyl-modified starch compound.

[0009] WO 2009 / 156293 A1 relates to cosmetic agents which contain water, xanthan gum, which is optionally heat-treated, and at least one additional polysaccharide material selected from the group formed by starch and the derivatives thereof, which agents are suitable for temporarily shaping keratin fibers. It discloses, for example, a hair styling composition comprising, inter alia, sorbitol, xanthan gum, tapioca starch and guar gum, and a hair styling composition comprising, inter alia, glycerine, tapioca starch and xanthan gum.

[0010] DE 10 2020 200 497 A1 discloses a hair gel containing, in addition to one or more natural or nature-based structure-giving compounds, thickening polymer(s) which are also of natural origin or nature-based. It discloses, for example, a composition comprising, inter alia, rice starch, glycerine, and xanthan gum.

[0011] The product data sheet from DATABASE GNPD MINTEL “S.O.S. Rinse-free Multi-Action Volume Reducer” describes a hair product comprising glycerine, hydroxyethyl cellulose and tapioca starch.

[0012] The product data sheet from DATABASE GNPD MINTEL “Multiple Acid Purifying Mask” describes a face cleanser comprising glycerine, tapioca starch and xanthan gum.

[0013] US 2009 / 0074697 A1 discloses hair styling compositions that use monosaccharides and / or disaccharides instead of synthetic fixative polymers or copolymers to provide hold to hair without flaking.

[0014] It is known to combine fully synthetic polymers (such as thickeners and / or film formers) to modify the properties of the polymer films. Even if they provide permanent hold and fixation, frequently they impart a stiff unnatural feel to the hair. In case different film forming polymers are being used, the remain residues on the hair surface and creates flaking.

[0015] Therefore, there is a need for hair styling compositions that reduce flaking (noresidue) after applying the styling composition on the hair without compromising other benefits of a hair styling composition such as good hold, fixation, shine and long-lasting properties. There is a need of achieving reduced flaking by replacement of synthetic polymers with the natural derived polymers.

[0016] Therefore, it is an object of the present invention to provide hair styling products, which reduces flaking on the hair surface and improves the hold, texture, and the shine of the hairstyle. Improving hair texture means to impart desirable surface characteristics to hair. At the same time the product mass should have a pleasant appearance and be easily and satisfactorily processed and worked into the scalp hair without crumbling or forming visible residues and with an acceptable, not too high loading of the hair and with a smoother feel of the product itself and of the hair after application of the product.

[0017] Another object of the presently claimed invention is to provide hair styling compositions formed of fully natural derived polymers that improve reducing the unwanted residues I flaking without compromising other benefits of a conventional hair styling composition such as good hold, shine and long-lasting properties.

[0018] This object is solved by a hair styling composition comprising as components

[0019] (A) at least one natural derived thickener selected from the group consisting of lota carrageenan, diutan gum, xanthan gum, gellan gum, cationic guar gum, starch acetate, and hydroxycellulose derivatives,

[0020] (B) at least one natural derived film former selected from the group consisting of non-modified starches, and,

[0021] (C) at least one preservative selected from the group consisting of alcohols having one, two or more hydroxyl group(s) and a 1 to 14 carbon atoms.

[0022] Summary

[0023] Surprisingly, it was found that the hair styling compositions formed from natural derived thickener(s), natural derived film former(s) in combination with a at least on preservative selected from the group consisting of alcohols having one, two or more hydroxyl group(s) and 1 to 14 carbon atoms reduces flaking on the hair surface and provides a no-residue hair styling application. Moreover, the wet combing of the hair is improved. As the hair styling composition comprises mainly natural components the composition is environmentally friendly and biodegradable.

[0024] Accordingly, in one aspect, the presently claimed invention is directed to a hair styling composition according to claim 1.

[0025] According to one embodiment of the invention, component (C) is at least one preservative selected from the group consisting of alcohols having 1 to 6 hydroxyl group(s) and 2 to 14 carbon atoms

[0026] According to one embodiment of the invention, component (C) is at least one preservative selected from the group consisting of ethanol, glycerine, 1 ,2- hexanediol, 1 ,3-dihydroxypropan-2-yl octanoate, 1 ,2-octanediol, sorbitol, 1 ,3- propanediol, 1 ,2-pentanediol, hydroxyacetophenone.

[0027] In another aspect, the presently claimed invention is directed to a method for shaping and / or fixing the hair with the hair styling composition which reduces flaking comprising the steps of a) treating the hair with a hair styling composition as described herein, and b) shaping the hair with the hair styling composition with the help of hand, comb, brush, hair drier or combinations thereof.

[0028] In another aspect, the presently claimed invention is directed the use of the hair styling composition as described herein for reducing flaking on the hair surface.

[0029] Other objects, advantages, and applications of the presently claimed invention will become apparent to those skilled in the art from the following detailed description.

[0030] Detailed description The following detailed description is merely exemplary in nature and is not intended to limit the presently claimed invention or the application and uses of the presently claimed invention. Furthermore, there is no intention to be bound by any theory presented in the preceding technical field, background, summary, or the following detailed description.

[0031] The terms "comprising", "comprises" and "comprised of" as used herein are synonymous with "including", "includes" or "containing", "contains", and are inclusive or open-ended and do not exclude additional, non-recited members, elements, or method steps. It will be appreciated that the terms "comprising", "comprises" and "comprised of" as used herein comprise the terms "consisting of", "consists" and "consists of".

[0032] Furthermore, the terms "(A)", "(B)", "(C)", etc. and the like in the description and in the claims, are used for distinguishing between similar elements and not necessarily for describing a sequential or chronological order. It is to be understood that the terms so used are interchangeable under appropriate circumstances and that the embodiments of the subject matter described herein are capable of operation in other sequences than described or illustrated herein.

[0033] In the following passages, different aspects of the subject matter are defined in more detail. Each aspect so defined may be combined with any other aspect or aspects unless clearly indicated to the contrary. In particular, any feature indicated as being preferred or advantageous may be combined with any other feature or features indicated as being preferred or advantageous.

[0034] Reference throughout this specification to "one embodiment" or "another embodiment" or “preferred embodiment” means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with the embodiment is included in at least one embodiment of the presently claimed invention. Thus, appearances of the phrases "in one embodiment" or "in another embodiment" or “in a preferred embodiment” in various places throughout this specification are not necessarily all referring to the same embodiment but may refer to different embodiments of the presently claimed invention.

[0035] Furthermore, the features, structures or characteristics may be combined in any suitable manner, as would be apparent to a person skilled in the art from this disclosure, in one or more embodiments. Furthermore, while some embodiments described herein include some, but not other features included in other embodiments, combinations of features of different embodiments are meant to be within the scope of the subject matter, and form different embodiments, as would be understood by those skilled in the art. For example, in the appended claims, any of the claimed embodiments can be used in any combination.

[0036] Furthermore, the ranges defined throughout the specification include the end values as well, i.e. , a range of 1 to 10 implies that both 1 and 10 are included in the range. For the avoidance of doubt, the applicant shall be entitled to any equivalents according to applicable law.

[0037] All percentages, parts, and ratios are based upon the total weight of the compositions of the present invention, unless otherwise specified. For the purposes of the presently claimed invention, '% by weight’ or ‘wt.% ‘as used in the presently claimed invention is with respect to the total weight of the hair styling composition. All such weights as they pertain to listed ingredients are based on the active level and, therefore, do not include solvents or by-products that may be included in commercially available materials, unless otherwise specified. All molecular weights as used herein are weight average molecular weights expressed as grams / mole, unless otherwise specified. Further, the sum of wt.-% of all the compounds, as described herein, in the respective components adds up to 100 wt.-%.

[0038] By “substantially free of” is meant a composition comprising 0.1 wt.-% or less, preferably 0.01 wt.-% or less, more preferably 0 wt.-%, of a compound, related to the total weight of the composition.

[0039] All percentages are by weight of the composition of the presently claimed invention, i.e. , of the ready-to-use composition, which is the composition to be applied on hair, unless otherwise specified. Also, ratios are weight ratios unless specifically stated otherwise.

[0040] Every document cited herein, including any cross referenced or related patent or application, is hereby incorporated herein by reference in its entirety unless expressly excluded or otherwise limited. The citation of any document is not an admission that it is prior art with respect to any invention disclosed or claimed herein or that it alone, or in any combination with any other reference or references, teaches, suggests, or discloses any such invention. Further, to the extent that any meaning or definition of a term in this document conflicts with any meaning or definition of the same term in a document incorporated by reference, the meaning or definition assigned to that term in this document shall govern.

[0041] The measurement techniques described hereinabove and hereinafter are well known to a person skilled in the art and therefore do not limit the presently claimed invention.

[0042] For the purpose of the presently claimed invention, by the expression “hair” it is meant keratinous fibre. The term “hair” includes “living” hair, i.e., on a living body, or “non-living”, i.e., in a wig, hairpiece or other aggregation of non-living fibers, such as those used in textiles and fabrics. Mammalian hair, e.g., human hair, is preferred in various embodiments. However, animal hair (such as dog or horse), wool, fur and other keratinous fibers are suitable for use in the methods and with the composition described herein.

[0043] For the purpose of the presently claimed invention, by the expression “hair styling composition” it is meant hair styling products are intended for helping to create individual hair styles and for temporarily holding them in place for a period of time. The hair styling compositions are meant to help styling the hair appearance rather than changing the hair chemistry.

[0044] For the purpose of the presently claimed invention, by the expression “reduced flaking” or “no-residue” hair it is meant that after applying the hair styling product, the hair surface remains without any residues. It is well known in the art that some polymers show more flaking than others. Upon drying, they are not able to retain sufficient water to keep them hydrated and plasticized, thus drying up and breaking the film in small polymeric particles called “flakes”.

[0045] A hair styling composition provided with the present invention is a cosmetic composition for temporarily reshaping keratin fibres comprising, at least one natural derived thickener (A), at least one natural derived film former (B), and at least one preservative selected form alcohol(s) and / or polyol(s). By use of natural derived thickener(s) (A), natural derived film former(s) (B) in combination with the at least one preservative the hair styling composition is applied on the hair surface without having any flaking on the surface.

[0046] The term “natural derived” is intended to mean that the thickener (A) and the film former (B) originate from a natural source but not from a synthetic source or an animal source.

[0047] In a preferred embodiment the term “natural derived” in view of the at least one film former (B) is intended to mean that the at least one film former (B) originates from a natural source but not from a synthetic source or an animal source, and moreover is not modified by “chemical reactions” like etherification and / or esterification. In an especially preferred embodiment, the least one film former (B) is not modified by hydroxypropyl groups.

[0048] In view of at least one film former (B) a protonation or deprotonation is not understood to be a “chemical reaction”. In one embodiment the hair styling composition may optionally comprise one, two or more of the following components:

[0049] (D) water,

[0050] (E) at least one second preservative selected form the group consisting of benzoic acid and benzoic acid salts,

[0051] (F) at least one fatty substance, and

[0052] (G) at least one further additive.

[0053] Component (A)

[0054] In the present case the terms “(A)”, “component (A)”, “at least one natural derived thickener (A)”, and “at least one natural derived thickener” are used synonymously, and therefore have preferably the same meaning. The term “at least one natural derived thickener” means exactly one natural derived thickener and, also a mixture of two or more different natural derived thickeners.

[0055] In one embodiment, the at least one natural derived thickener (A) is selected from the group consisting of lota carrageenan, lambda carrageenan, diutan gum, xanthan gum, gellan gum, cationic guar gum, starch acetate, and hydroxycellulose derivatives.

[0056] In a preferred embodiment, the at least one natural derived thickener (A) is selected from the group consisting of lota carrageenan, diutan gum, xanthan gum, cationic guar gum, starch acetate, and hydroxycellulose derivatives.

[0057] Carrageenan

[0058] Carrageenans are a family of natural linear sulfated polysaccharides that are extracted from red edible seaweeds. They are soluble and amine free polysaccharides. Carrageenans are widely used for their gelling, thickening, and stabilizing properties. Carrageenans and their derivatives are commercially available.

[0059] There are three main commercial classes of carrageenan such as Kappa, lota and Lambda. Kappa forms strong, rigid gels in the presence of potassium ions, and reacts with dairy proteins, lota forms soft gels in the presence of calcium ions. Lambda does not form gel, but mainly thickens the products. These different types are distinguished by the proportion of galactose and 3,6- anhydrogalactose and by the number of sulfate groups. The sulfate groups can occur in the protonated form as free acid groups or occur as salts. The thickener is then a carrageenate, carrageen is commercially obtainable.

[0060] Diutan gum

[0061] Diutan gum is a natural high molecular weight polysaccharide with a low anionic charge density. Diutan gum is produced by fermentation of the microorganism, Sphingomonas sp. It is composed by six sugar units of D-glucose, D-glucuronic acid, D-glucose (with 2 L-rhamnose in the side chain) and L-rhamnoses, forming a linear backbone with a repeating side chain. Diutan Gum has high molecular weight (typically millions of Daltons) and thus long molecular chain length. This leads to diutan gum polymer chain entanglement at relatively low concentrations in solution. The structured network of entangled, stiff molecules creates high viscosity at low shear rates, resulting in outstanding suspension properties. The molecules in the complex network of a diutan gum solution are weakly associated. This network is progressively disrupted under the influence of applied shear stress making diutan gum solutions highly pseudoplastic. A commercial example of Diutan gum is the Sphingomonas Ferment Extract (KELCO-CARE™ Diutan Gum ) commercialized by Lubrizol.

[0062] Xanthan gum

[0063] Xanthan gum is a polysaccharide gum derived from the bacterium Xanthomonas and is well known in the art. It is composed of a main chain comprising |3-(1 ,4) D-glucose units. Trisaccharide side chains on alternating anhydroglucose units are composed of a glucuronic acid residue between two mannose units. At most of the terminal mannose units is a pyruvate moiety and the non-terminal mannose carries an acetyl group. It has pseudoplastic or shear-thinning behavior characterized by a decrease in apparent viscosity in response to an increase in shear rate.

[0064] Xanthan gum is typically used in many industrial applications as a rheology modifier for thickening, viscosifying and gelling when combined with other polymers. It has also been used to impart stability to emulsions and prevent the settling out of solids. Its limited ability to disperse in either hot or cold water allows xanthan gum to be formulated into a broad variety of applications including pharmaceuticals, household products, foods, and personal care products. Commercial products include the Keltrol line from CPKelco and Xanthan line from Jungbunzlauer.

[0065] Gellan gum

[0066] Gellan gum is a water-soluble anionic polysaccharide. The repeating unit of the polymer is a tetrasaccharide, which consists of two residues of D-glucose and one of each residues of L-rhamnose and D-glucuronic acid. The tetrasaccharide repeat has the following structure:

[0067] [D-glucose([31 -^4)D-glucose(pi -^4)D-glucose(pi -^4)L-rhamnose(a1 -^3)]n

[0068] Gellan gum products are generally put into two categories, low acyl and high acyl depending on number of acetate groups attached to the polymer. The low acyl gellan gum products form firm, non-elastic, brittle gels, whereas the high acyl gellan gum forms soft and elastic gels. An example of commercial products includes the Kelcogel line from CP Kelco.

[0069] Cationic guar gum

[0070] Cationic guar gum is a galactomannan polysaccharide extracted from guar beans that has thickening and stabilizing properties useful in food, cosmetic and industrial applications. Guar gum is composed of the galactose and mannose. The backbone is a linear chain of [3 1 ,4-linked mannose residues to which galactose residues are 1 ,6-linked at every second mannose, forming short sidebranches. Guar gum can be chemically modified. Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride is an organic compound that is a water-soluble quaternary ammonium derivative of guar gum. It gives thickening and conditioning properties to shampoos, after-shampoo hair care products as well as styling products.

[0071] Hydroxycellulose derivatives

[0072] Hydroxycellusose derivatives are compounds derived from cellulose by chemical modification for example by chemical reactions like etherification and / or esterification. Cellulose is an organic compound with the formula (CeH Os) / ,, a polysaccharide consisting of a linear chain of several hundred to many thousands of [3(1— >4) linked D-glucose units. Cellulose is mainly used to produce paperboard and paper however, smaller quantities are converted into a wide variety of derivative products. The hydroxyl groups (-OH) of cellulose can be partially or fully reacted with various reagents to form derivatives with useful properties. Amongst others, cellulose ethers like hydroxyethylcellulose, obtained by the addition of ethylene oxide, are used in cosmetic applications like gelling and thickening agent.

[0073] Starch acetate

[0074] Starch acetate is a product obtained by the reaction of starch with acetic acid, acetic anhydride or vinyl acetate. Starch acetate is also denominated as acetylated starch and has the E number E 1420 in the scheme of food additives. Starch acetate is a modified starch.

[0075] In the conversion reaction of starch with acetic anhydride not all hydroxy groups react. Therefore, a mixture is obtained comprising starch acetates with different degrees of substitution. The reaction scheme for the preparation of starch acetate is shown hereinafter:

[0076] Starch acetate can be used as stabilizer, thickener, binder and emulsifier during food and cosmetic processing.

[0077] In a preferred embodiment the hair styling composition comprises component (A) in an amount in the range of > 0.01 to < 10 wt.%, more preferred in the range of > 0.015 to < 9 wt.%, and particularly preferred in the range of > 0.02 to < 8 wt.%, based on the total weight of the hair styling composition.

[0078] Component (B)

[0079] In the present case the terms “(B)”, “component (B)”, “at least one natural derived film former (B)”, and “at least one natural derived film former” are used synonymously, and therefore have preferably the same meaning. The term “at least one natural derived film former” means exactly one natural derived film former and, also a mixture of two or more different natural derived film formers.

[0080] In one embodiment, the at least one natural derived film former (B) is at least one non-modified starch selected from the group consisting of non-modified starches of plant origin obtained from potato, rice, com, oat, bean and tapioca. In a preferred embodiment component (B) is non-modified tapioca starch.

[0081] Tapioca starch is also denominated as tapioca, and is a starch produced by wet milling of the roots of the cassava plant (Manihot esculenta, also known as manioc), a species native to the North and Northeast regions of Brazil, but whose use is now spread throughout South America. It is a perennial shrub adapted to the hot conditions of tropical lowlands.

[0082] Tapioca starch generally comprises about 80 % by weight of amylopectin and about 20 % by weight of amylose.

[0083] Tapioca starch has the CAS-number: 9005-84-9 and the EC-number: 232-679- 6.

[0084] In a preferred embodiment the hair styling composition comprises component (B) in an amount in the range of > 0.5 to < 15 wt.%, more preferred in the range of >0.6 to < 14 wt.%, and particularly preferred in the range of > 0.7 to < 13 wt.%, based on the total weight of the hair styling composition.

[0085] In the present case the terms “(C)”, “component (C)”, “at least one preservative (C)”, and “at least one preservative” are used synonymously, and therefore have preferably the same meaning. The term “at least one preservative” means exactly one preservative and, also a mixture of two or more different preservatives.

[0086] In one embodiment, the at least one preservative (C) is at least one alcohol having one, two or more hydroxyl group(s) and 1 to 14 carbon atoms.

[0087] In a preferred embodiment component (C) is at least one polyol selected from the group consisting of a polyhydric, tetrahydric, trihydric and / or dihydric alcohol (i.e. , a per-hydroxy alkane, a tetraol, a triol or a diol) or a dimer, trimer tetramer, pentamer thereof formed by condensing multiple hydroxy groups to form ether groups such as is formed by condensing two ethylene glycols to form diethylene glycol.

[0088] The polyol may be liquid or solid and may be at least substantially miscible to fully miscible in water and / or in a monoalcohol such as ethanol or propanol. The polyol may alternatively be pasty at ambient conditions (e.g., 25 °C) and may be combined with a liquid polyol to provide a flowable mixture or solution.

[0089] The polyhydric alcohol may be selected from the group consisting of a C4-C8alkane with each carbon substituted by a hydroxyl group.

[0090] The tetrahydric alcohol may be selected from the group consisting of a C4-C8alkane substituted by four hydroxyl groups or a dimer or trimer thereof.

[0091] The trihydric alcohol may be selected from the group consisting of a C3to C8alkane substituted by three hydroxyl groups.

[0092] The dihydric alcohol may be selected from the group consisting of a C2to C8alkane substituted by two hydroxyl groups.

[0093] Preferably, the tetrahydric, trihydric and dihydric alcohols in pure form and without dilution with water display liquid and / or flowable properties at ambient conditions (e.g., 25 °C).

[0094] For example, the polyhydric alcohols are sugar alcohols such as but not limited to erythritol, xylitol and sorbitol. Exemplary tetraols may be selected from erythritol, tetrahydroxy pentane, tetrahydroxy hexane, tetrahydroxy heptane and / or tetrahydroxy octane of any distribution of hydroxyl groups along the alkyl chain. Exemplary triols may be selected from propylene triol (glycerin), 1 ,2,3- butylene triol, 1 ,2,5-pentylene triol and / or 1 ,3,6-hexylene triol and any combination thereof. Exemplary diols may be selected from ethylene glycol, 1 ,2- propylene diol, 1 ,3 propane diol, 1 ,2- and 1 ,3-butane diol, 1 ,2 pentane diol, diethylene glycol, dipropylene glycol and any combination thereof.

[0095] Preferred polyols include sorbitol, glycerin (propyl triol), 1 ,2,3-butanetriol, ethylene glycol and diethylene glycol and any combination thereof.

[0096] In a preferred embodiment component (C) is at least one preservative selected from the group consisting of alcohols having 1 to 6 hydroxyl group(s) and 2 to 14 carbon atoms.

[0097] In another preferred embodiment component (C) is at least one preservative selected from the group consisting of ethanol, glycerine, 1 ,2-hexanediol, 1 ,3- dihydroxypropan-2-yl octanoate, 1 ,2-octanediol, sorbitol, 1 ,3-propanediol, 1 ,2- pentanediol, hydroxyacetophenone, wherein sorbitol, glycerine, 1 ,2-hexanediol and 1 ,2-octanediol are especially preferred.

[0098] In another preferred embodiment component (C) is at least one preservative selected from the group consisting of ethanol, glycerine, 1 ,2-hexanediol, 1 ,3- dihydroxypropan-2-yl octanoate, 1 ,2-octanediol, sorbitol, 1 ,3-propanediol, 1 ,2- pentanediol, hydroxyacetophenone, xylityl caprate / caprylate, glyceryl undecylenate, sorbitan caprylate, glyceryl laurate, phenethyl alcohol, gluconolactone, xylityl sesquicaprylate, methylheptylglycerin, wherein sorbitol, glycerine, 1 ,2-hexanediol and 1 ,2-octanediol are especially preferred.

[0099] 1 ,2-octanediol is also denominated as caprylyl glycol. 1 ,3-dihydroxypropan-2-yl octanoate is also denominated as glyceryl caprylate.

[0100] In a preferred embodiment the hair styling composition comprises component (C) in an amount in the range of > 1 to < 35 wt.%, more preferred in the range of > 2 to < 30 wt.%, and particularly preferred in the range of > 3 to < 28 wt.%, based on the total weight of the hair styling composition.

[0101] In another preferred embodiment the hair styling composition comprises as component (C) a mixture of glycerine and sorbitol, 1 ,2-hexanediol, and 1 ,2- octanediol, wherein based on the total weight of the hair styling composition the amount of glycerine is in the range of > 1 to < 15 wt.%, the amount of sorbitol is in the range of > 1 to < 15 wt.%, the amount of 1 ,2-hexanediol is in the range of

[0102] > 0.1 to <1 wt.%, and the amount of 1 ,2-octanediol is in the range of

[0103] > 0.1 to < 1 wt.%.

[0104] In another preferred embodiment the hair styling composition comprises as component (C) a mixture of ethanol and sorbitol, and optionally 1 ,2-hexanediol, and optionally 1 ,2-octanediol, wherein based on the total weight of the hair styling composition the amount of ethanol is in the range of > 20 to < 28 wt.%, the amount of sorbitol is in the range of > 0.1 to < 5 wt.%, the amount of 1 ,2- hexanediol is in the range of > 0 to < 1 wt.%, and the amount of 1 ,2-octanediol is in the range of > 0 to< 1 wt.%.

[0105] Component (D)

[0106] Component (D) is water. As water all kind of waters and mixtures thereof can be used. In one embodiment tap water or deionized water is used, wherein deionized water is preferred.

[0107] In a preferred embodiment the hair styling composition comprises additionally as component (D) water in an amount in the range of > 50 to < 90 wt.%, more preferred in the range of > 53 to < 85 wt.%, and particularly preferred in the range of > 55 to < 80 wt.%, based on the total weight of the hair styling composition.

[0108] Component (E)

[0109] In the present case the terms “(E)”, “component (E)”, “at least one second preservative (E)”, and “at least one second preservative” are used synonymously, and therefore have preferably the same meaning. The term “at least one second preservative” means exactly one second preservative and, also a mixture of two or more different second preservatives.

[0110] In one embodiment, the at least one second preservative (E) is at least one preservative selected form the group consisting of benzoic acid and benzoic acid salts. In a preferred embodiment the at least one second preservative (E) is sodium benzoate.

[0111] Component (E) is different from the preservative (C).

[0112] In a preferred embodiment the hair styling composition comprises component (E) in an amount in the range of > 0.1 to < 1 wt.%, more preferred in the range of >0.2 to < 0.9 wt.%, and particularly preferred in the range of > 0.3 to < 0.8 wt.%, based on the total weight of the hair styling composition.

[0113] Component (F)

[0114] In the present case the terms “(F)”, “component (F)”, “at least one fatty substance (F)”, and “at least one fatty substance” are used synonymously, and therefore have preferably the same meaning. The term “at least one fatty substance” means exactly one fatty substance and, also a mixture of two or more different fatty substances.

[0115] In a preferred embodiment, the hair styling composition comprises at least one natural derived liquid fatty compound and / or at least one natural derived solid fatty compound.

[0116] In another preferred embodiment, the at least one solid and / or liquid fatty substance may be selected from the group consisting of fatty alcohols, fatty acids, natural waxes, ceramides, mineral oils, ceresin, petrolatum, tribehenin, ozokerite, lanolin wax, beeswax, triglycerides vegetable oils, butters, esters and combinations thereof. In a preferred embodiment, the at least one naturally derived solid and / or liquid fatty substance may be selected from the group consisting of fatty alcohols, fatty acids, natural waxes, ceramides, vegetable oils, butters, squalene, esters, terpenes, and combinations thereof.

[0117] In an alternative embodiment, the fatty substance may be selected from the group consisting of isododecane, hydrogenated polyisobutene, squalane, isononyl isononanoate, cyclotetra- and - pentadimethicones, phenyltrimethicone, ethylene homopolymers, polycitronellol acetate, polycitronellol, sericite ethoxylated fats and oils, fluoroalkanes, seracite, shea butter and arachidyl propionate. For the definition of waxes, mention may be made, for example, of P. D. Dor-gan, Drug and Cosmetic Industry, December 1983, pp. 30-33.

[0118] In a preferred embodiment the hair styling composition comprises component (F) in an amount in the range of > 0 to < 30 wt.%, more preferred in the range of > 5 to < 25 wt.%, and particularly preferred in the range of > 1 to < 20 wt.%, based on the total weight of the hair styling composition.

[0119] In the present case the terms “(G)”, “component (G)”, “at least one further additive (G)”, and “at least one further additive” are used synonymously, and therefore have preferably the same meaning. The term “at least one further additive” means exactly one further additive and, also a mixture of two or more different further additives.

[0120] The hair styling composition according to the invention can optionally further contain conventional additive ingredients that are known to be suitable for hair stylintg compositions, such as wetting agents, emulsifiers or solvating agents, from the classes of nonionic, anionic, cationic or amphoteric surface-active agents in amounts of from 0.1 to 15 wt% based on the total weight of the hair styling composition; moisturizing agents; perfume oils in amounts of from 0.1 to 0.5 wt% based on the total weight of the hair styling composition; plant and vegetable extracts in an amount of from 0.1 to 5 wt% based on the total weight of the hair styling composition; bactericidal and fungicidal agents in an amount of from 0.01 to 1 .0 wt% based on the total weight of the hair styling composition; softeners, such as phthalic acid esters, or alkyl citrate, light protective agents, antioxidants, radical-trapping agents, additional antiflaking agents, in an amount of about 0.01 to 2 wt% based on the total weight of the hair styling composition; luster-imparting agents, vitamins, combability improving agents, de-fatting agents and antifoaming ingredients, in so far as these additive ingredients are suitable for the respective application forms.

[0121] Hair styling composition

[0122] The composition according to the invention can be used in different forms, e.g. as a styling lotion, non-aerosol texturizing spray, which is sprayed by means of a mechanical spraying apparatus, or as an aerosol texturizing spray which is sprayed by means of a propellant, or as a hair foam composition (mousse) as a propellant containing conventional aerosol foam components or as a nonaerosol foam composition, which is present in combination with a suitable mechanical apparatus for forming foam, as a gel, as a liquid gel, as a sprayable gel or as a foam gel. Also, the composition according to the invention can be in the form of a thickened gel such as cream gel or matte paste.

[0123] In one embodiment, the hair styling composition is a texturizing spray in the form of a sprayable non-aerosol hair spray. Preferably, the texturizing spray in the form of a sprayable non-aerosol hair spray comprises as component (C) a mixture of ethanol and sorbitol, and optionally 1 ,2-hexanediol, and optionally 1 ,2-octanediol, wherein based on the total weight of the hair styling composition the amount of ethanol is in the range of > 20 to < 28 wt.%, the amount of sorbitol is in the range of > 0.1 to < 5 wt.%, the amount of 1 ,2-hexanediol is in the range of > 0 to < 1 wt.%, and the amount of 1 ,2-octanediol is in the range of > 0 to< 1 wt.%. When the hair treatment composition according to the invention is in the form of a sprayable non-aerosol hair spray, it is sprayed with the help of a suitable mechanically operated spraying device. A "mechanically operated spraying device" means a device, which sprays the composition without using a propellant. A suitable mechanical spraying device can be, e.g., a spray pump or an elastic container provided with a spray valve, in which the cosmetic composition according to the invention is filled under pressure and from which the composition is continuously dispensed because of contraction of the elastic container when the spray valve is opened.

[0124] In one embodiment, the hair styling composition is in the form of a hair lotion. When the hair treatment composition according to the invention is present in the form of a hair lotion, it is essentially a non-viscous or slightly viscous, flowing solution, dispersion or emulsion.

[0125] The viscosity of the hair lotion gel is preferably from 100 to 10,000 mPa.s, more preferably from 500 to 5,000 mPa.s at 25[deg.] C. (measured with a rotation viscosimeter RheoStress 100 of Haake at a temperature of 25[deg.] C. and shear rate of 50 s<-1 >).

[0126] In one embodiment, the hair styling composition is in the form of a cream gel. The viscosity of the gel is preferably from 500 to 50,000 mPa.s, more preferably from 1 ,000 to 15,000 mPa.s at 25[deg.] C. (measured with a rotation viscosimeter RheoStress 100 of Haake at a temperature of 25[deg.] C. and shear rate of 50 s<-1 >).

[0127] When the hair treatment composition according to the invention is present in the form of a matte paste, the hair treatment composition, contains fatty alcohols, natural waxes, natural oils, esters and clays.

[0128] The viscosity of the matte paste is preferably from 500 to 100,000 mPa.s, more preferably from 5,000 to 50,000 mPa.s at 25[deg.] C. (measured with a rotation viscosimeter RheoStress 100 of Haake at a temperature of 25[deg.] C. and shear rate of 50 s<-1 >).

[0129] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the hair styling composition is substantially free from a synthetic polymer. The term “substantially free of” for the present invention is understood to mean that the composition comprising 0.1 wt.-% or less, preferably 0.01 wt.-% or less, more preferably 0 wt.-%, of synthetic polymer (s), based on the total weight of the related to the total weight of the hair styling composition.

[0130] In another aspect, the presently claimed invention is directed to a method for reducing the flaking, while holding, shaping and / or fixing the hair, comprising the steps of a) treating the hair with a hair styling composition as described herein, and b) shaping the hair with the hair styling composition with the help of hand, comb, brush, hair drier or combinations thereof.

[0131] In one embodiment, the method preferably results in hair shine and properties retention.

[0132] In another aspect, the presently claimed invention is directed the use of the hair styling composition as defined herein for reducing flaking on the hair surface.

[0133] Advantages

[0134] The hair styling composition of the presently claimed invention is associated with one or more of the following advantages:

[0135] • The composition of the presently claimed invention allows good fixation and good hold of the hair to stay the styling effect through the day.

[0136] • The composition of the presently claimed invention preserves the shining of hair and provides a soft touch to the hair. • The composition of the presently claimed invention allows for controlling the flaking of the composition on the hair. Accordingly, it reduces unwanted residues and provides a no-residue hair styling composition.

[0137] • The composition of the presently claimed invention imparts a smooth surface to the hair after applying the styling composition.

[0138] • The composition of the presently claimed invention provides good curl retention to the hair

[0139] • The composition of the presently claimed invention provides good frizz reduction to the hair

[0140] All of the above identified advantages are observed on both damaged and nondamaged hair.

[0141] Embodiments

[0142] In the following, there is provided a list of embodiments to illustrate the present disclosure without intending to limit the disclosure to the specific embodiments listed below.

[0143] While the presently claimed invention has been described in terms of its specific embodiments, certain modifications and equivalents will be apparent to those skilled in the art and are intended to be included within the scope of the presently claimed invention.

[0144] 1. A hair styling composition comprising as components

[0145] (A) at least one natural derived thickener selected from the group consisting of lota carrageenan, diutan gum, xanthan gum, gellan gum, cationic guar gum, starch acetate, and hydroxycellulose derivatives, (B) at least one natural derived film former selected from the group consisting of non-modified starches, and,

[0146] (C) at least one preservative selected from the group consisting of alcohols having one, two or more hydroxyl group(s) and a 1 to 14 carbon atoms. The hair styling composition according to embodiment 1 , wherein component (A) is at least one natural derived thickener selected from the group consisting of lota carrageenan, diutan gum, xanthan gum, cationic guar gum, starch acetate, and hydroxycellulose derivatives. The hair styling composition according to embodiment 1 or 2, wherein component (B) is at least one natural derived film former selected from the group consisting of non-modified starches of plant origin obtained from potato, rice, com, oat, bean and tapioca. The hair styling composition according to any preceding embodiment, wherein component (B) is a non-modified tapioca starch. The hair styling composition according to any preceding embodiment, wherein component (C) is at least one preservative selected from the group consisting of alcohols having 1 to 6 hydroxyl group(s) and 2 to 14 carbon atoms. The hair styling composition according to any preceding embodiment, wherein component (C) is at least one preservative selected from the group consisting of ethanol, glycerine, 1 ,2-hexanediol, 1 ,3- dihydroxypropan-2-yl octanoate, 1 ,2-octanediol, sorbitol, 1 ,3-propanediol, 1 ,2-pentanediol, hydroxyacetophenone. The hair styling composition according to any preceding embodiment, wherein the hair styling composition comprises component (A) in an amount in the range of > 0.01 to < 10 wt.%, based on the total weight of the hair styling composition. The hair styling composition according to any preceding embodiment, wherein the hair styling composition comprises component (B) in an amount in the range of > 0.5 to < 15 wt.%, based on the total weight of the hair styling composition. The hair styling composition according to any preceding embodiment, wherein the hair styling composition comprises component (C) in an amount in the range of > 1 to < 35 wt.%, based on the total weight of the hair styling composition. The hair styling composition according to any preceding embodiment, wherein the hair styling composition comprises additionally as component (D) water in an amount in the range of > 50 to < 90 wt.%, based on the total weight of the hair styling composition. The hair styling composition according to any embodiment 1 to 10, wherein the hair styling composition comprises as component (C) a mixture of glycerine and sorbitol, 1 ,2-hexanediol, and 1 ,2-octanediol, wherein based on the total weight of the hair styling composition the amount of glycerine is in the range of > 1 to < 15 wt.%, the amount of sorbitol is in the range of > 1 to < 15 wt.%, the amount of 1 ,2-hexanediol is in the range of > 0.1 to <1 wt.%, and the amount of 1 ,2-octanediol is in the range of > 0.1 to < 1 wt.%. The hair styling composition according to any embodiment 1 to 10, wherein the hair styling composition comprises as component (C) a mixture of ethanol and sorbitol, and optionally 1 ,2-hexanediol, and optionally 1 ,2-octanediol, wherein based on the total weight of the hair styling composition the amount of ethanol is in the range of

[0147] > 20 to < 28 wt.%, the amount of sorbitol is in the range of

[0148] > 0.1 to < 5 wt.%, the amount of 1 ,2-hexanediol is in the range of > 0 to < 1 wt.%, and the amount of 1 ,2-octanediol is in the range of

[0149] > 0 to< 1 wt.%. The hair styling composition according to any preceding embodiment, wherein the hair styling composition comprises additionally as component (E) a second preservative selected form the group consisting of benzoic acid and benzoic acid salts in an amount in the range of > 0.1 to < 1 wt.%, based on the total weight of the hair styling composition.

[0150] 14. A method for fixing the hair and / or reducing flaking comprising the steps of a) treating the hair with a hair styling composition according to any preceding embodiment, and b) shaping the hair with the hair styling composition with the help of hand, comb, brush, hair drier or combinations thereof.

[0151] 15. Use of a hair styling composition according to any of the preceding embodiments for reducing flaking.

[0152] 16. The hair styling composition according to any one of embodiments 1 to 10, wherein the hair styling composition comprises as component (C) a mixture of glycerine and sorbitol, 1 ,2-hexanediol, and 1 ,2-octanediol, wherein based on the total weight of the hair styling composition the amount of glycerine is in the range of > 1 to < 15 wt.%, the amount of sorbitol is in the range of > 1 to < 15 wt.%, the amount of 1 ,2-hexanediol is in the range of > 0.1 to <1 wt.%, and the amount of 1 ,2-octanediol is in the range of > 0.1 to < 1 wt.%, or the hair styling composition comprises as component (C) a mixture of ethanol and sorbitol, and optionally 1 ,2-hexanediol, and optionally 1 ,2- octanediol, wherein based on the total weight of the hair styling composition the amount of ethanol is in the range of > 20 to < 28 wt.%, the amount of sorbitol is in the range of > 0.1 to < 5 wt.%, the amount of 1 ,2- hexanediol is in the range of > 0 to < 1 wt.%, and the amount of 1 ,2- octanediol is in the range of > 0 to< 1 wt.%.

[0153] 17. The hair styling composition according to any one of embodiments 1 to 10, wherein the hair styling composition is a texturizing spray in the form of a sprayable non-aerosol hair spray and comprises as component (C) a mixture of ethanol and sorbitol, and optionally 1 ,2-hexanediol, and optionally 1 ,2-octanediol, wherein based on the total weight of the hair styling composition the amount of ethanol is in the range of

[0154] > 20 to < 28 wt.%, the amount of sorbitol is in the range of

[0155] > 0.1 to < 5 wt.%, the amount of 1 ,2-hexanediol is in the range of > 0 to < 1 wt.%, and the amount of 1 ,2-octanediol is in the range of

[0156] > 0 to< 1 wt.%.

[0157] 18. The hair styling composition according to any preceding embodiment, wherein the hair styling composition comprises 0.1 wt.-% or less, preferably 0.01 wt.-% or less, more preferably 0 wt.-%, of synthetic polymer (s), based on the total weight of the related to the total weight of the hair styling composition.

[0158] Examples

[0159] The following examples should illustrate the subject matter of the invention in detail, without limiting the appended claims. More particularly, the test methods specified hereinafter are part of the general disclosure of the application and are not restricted to the specific working examples.

[0160] It has been surprisingly discovered that a hair styling composition containing a combination of at least one natural derive thickener (A) and at least one natural derived film former (B) and at least one preservative (C) improves reduction of flaking after applying the hair styling composition while maintaining excellent holding, ease wet combing and stability.

[0161] Preparation of hair styling compositions:

[0162] The exemplified compositions can be prepared by conventional formulation and mixing techniques. It will be appreciated that other modifications of the present invention within the skill of those in the hair care formulation art can be undertaken without departing from the spirit and scope of this invention. All parts, percentages, and ratios herein are by weight unless otherwise specified. Some components may come from suppliers as dilute solutions.

[0163] Test methods and Measurements

[0164] During the assessment of the holding / fixing performance, reduction of flaking, wet combing performance; educated hair professionals / hair stylists were used for the visual observation. Accordingly, holding / fixing, reduction of flaking and wet combing properties are rated as below.

[0165] Holdinq / Fixinq Ratinq:

[0166] (+++) indicates excellent holding

[0167] (++) indicates good holding

[0168] (+) indicates weak holding

[0169] Flaking Ratinq:

[0170] (+++): No flaking

[0171] (++): Little flaking

[0172] (+): Flaking

[0173] Wet Combing Force Measurement

[0174] (+++) indicates Excellent combing performance

[0175] (++) indicates good combing performance

[0176] (+) indicates Weak combing performance

[0177] Measurement

[0178] Stability testing of the following compositions was performed. The compositions were placed in three different conditions, -5° C., 25° C. and 40° C.

[0179] Product Stability Visual Assessment

[0180] Stability is the visual assessment to ensure the product is consistently stable over a specific period. The assessment was taken at different interval:

[0181] 1 ) Stable as made

[0182] 2) Stable after one month

[0183] 3) Stable after 3 months The description test for Product Stability: If the visual assessment of the product is no phase-separation and no visible grow of microorganisms at all of 1 ), 2) and 3) conditions, it is stated as “Stable”. If the visual assessment of the product exhibits phase separation and / or visible grow of microorganisms at 1 ), 2) or 3), it is stated as not stable.

[0184] Cream Gel Compositions

[0185] **q.s: quantity sufficient

[0186] Results of the Cream Gel Formulations

[0187] Examples 1A and 2A are within the scope of present invention. Examples 3A to 5A are the comparative examples. Discussion of Results

[0188] The results indicate clearly that the cream gel compositions (1A and 2A) comprising non-modified tapioca starch (or combination of non-modified tapioca starch with carrageenan derivatives) in combination with thickener(s) and the preservatives according to the present invention resulted in no flaking compositions with excellent hold properties and stability compared to compositions (3A to 5A) comprising modified starches and / or no preservatives according to the invention. Thus, the combination of non-modified tapioca starch with starch acetate thickener in combination with the preservatives according to the invention showed a beneficial and superior effect on reducing flaking after the application of hair styling composition on the hair.

[0189] Texturizing Spray Compositions

[0190] **q.s: quantity sufficient

[0191] Results of the Texturizing Spray Compositions

[0192] Example 1 B is within the scope of present invention. Examples 2B to 3B are the comparative examples. Discussion of Results

[0193] The results indicate clearly that the texturizing hair spray composition (1 B) comprising non-modified tapioca starch and a gum derivative in combination with the preservatives according to the invention resulted in no flaking compositions with excellent hold properties, good wet combing and stability compared to compositions (2B and 3B) comprising respectively no film former and modified starches. Thus, the combination of non-modified tapioca starch with diutan gum in combination with the preservatives according to the invention showed a beneficial and superior effect on reducing flaking after the application of hair styling composition on the hair.

[0194] Lotion formulations

[0195] ‘comparative example, not within the scope of the claimed invention **q.s: quantity sufficient

[0196] Resu / ts of the Lotion Compositions

Claims

Claims1. A hair styling composition comprising as components(A) at least one natural derived thickener selected from the group consisting of lota carrageenan, diutan gum, xanthan gum, gellan gum, cationic guar gum, starch acetate, and hydroxycellulose derivatives,(B) at least one natural derived film former selected from the group consisting of non-modified starches, and,(C) at least one preservative selected from the group consisting of alcohols having one, two or more hydroxyl group(s) and 1 to 14 carbon atoms.

2. The hair styling composition according to claim 1 , wherein component (A) is at least one natural derived thickener selected from the group consisting of lota carrageenan, diutan gum, xanthan gum, cationic guar gum, starch acetate, and hydroxycellulose derivatives.

3. The hair styling composition according to claim 1 or 2, wherein component (B) is at least one natural derived film former selected from the group consisting of non-modified starches of plant origin obtained from potato, rice, corn, oat, bean and tapioca.

4. The hair styling composition according to any of claims 1 to 3, wherein component (B) is a non-modified tapioca starch.

5. The hair styling composition according to any of claims 1 to 4, wherein component (C) is at least one preservative selected from the group consisting of alcohols having 1 to 6 hydroxyl group(s) and 2 to 14 carbon atoms.

6. The hair styling composition according to any of claims 1 to 5, wherein component (C) is at least one preservative selected from the group consisting of ethanol, glycerine, 1 ,2-hexanediol, 1 ,3-dihydroxypropan-2-yl octanoate, 1 ,2-octanediol, sorbitol, 1 ,3-propanediol, 1 ,2-pentanediol, hydroxyacetophenone.

7. The hair styling composition according to any of claims 1 to 6, wherein the hair styling composition comprises component (A) in an amount in the range of > 0.01 to < 10 wt.%, based on the total weight of the hair styling composition.

8. The hair styling composition according to any of claims 1 to 7, wherein the hair styling composition comprises component (B) in an amount in the range of > 0.5 to < 15 wt.%, based on the total weight of the hair styling composition.

9. The hair styling composition according to any of claims 1 to 8, wherein the hair styling composition comprises component (C) in an amount in the range of > 1 to < 35 wt.%, based on the total weight of the hair styling composition.

10. The hair styling composition according to any of claims 1 to 9, wherein the hair styling composition comprises additionally as component (D) water in an amount in the range of > 50 to < 90 wt.%, based on the total weight of the hair styling composition.

11. The hair styling composition according to any of claims 1 to 10, wherein the hair styling composition comprises as component (C) a mixture of glycerine and sorbitol, 1 ,2-hexanediol, and 1 ,2-octanediol, wherein based on the total weight of the hair styling composition the amount of glycerine is in the range of > 1 to < 15 wt.%, the amount of sorbitol is in the range of > 1 to < 15 wt.%, the amount of 1 ,2-hexanediol is in the range of > 0.1 to <1 wt.%, and the amount of 1 ,2-octanediol is in the range of > 0.1 to < 1 wt.%.

12. The hair styling composition according to any of claims 1 to 10, wherein the hair styling composition comprises as component (C) a mixture ofWEL21-0019W001ethanol and sorbitol, and optionally 1 ,2-hexanediol, and optionally 1 ,2- octanediol, wherein based on the total weight of the hair styling composition the amount of ethanol is in the range of > 20 to < 28 wt.%, the amount of sorbitol is in the range of > 0.1 to < 5 wt.%, the amount of 1 ,2- hexanediol is in the range of > 0 to < 1 wt.%, and the amount of 1 ,2- octanediol is in the range of > 0 to< 1 wt.%.

13. The hair styling composition according to any of claims 1 to 12, wherein the hair styling composition comprises additionally as component (E) a second preservative selected form the group consisting of benzoic acid and benzoic acid salts in an amount in the range of > 0.1 to < 1 wt.%, based on the total weight of the hair styling composition.

14. A method for fixing the hair and / or reducing flaking comprising the steps of a) treating the hair with a hair styling composition according to any of claims 1 to 13, and b) shaping the hair with the hair styling composition with the help of hand, comb, brush, hair drier or combinations thereof.

15. Use of a hair styling composition according to any of the preceding claims for reducing flaking.

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