Antiperspirant composition comprising lotus flower extract

Abstract

Various examples disclosed relate to an antiperspirant formulation containing lotus flower extract. The present disclosure includes formulations for an antiperspirant that include an emollient, an odor absorbing agent, and lotus flower extract. The cosmetic formulation is an antiperspirant the can reduce sweat by at least 10% over a 72-hour period. The cosmetic formulation is a deodorant.

Description

ANTIPERSPIRANT COMPOSITION COMPRISING LOTUS FLOWER EXTRACTCLAIM OF PRIORITY

[0001] This patent application claims the benefit of priority to U.S. Provisional Application Serial No. 63 / 676,753, filed July 29, 2024, which is incorporated by reference herein in its entirety.BACKGROUND

[0002] Personal hygiene is important to many consumers in the world today. Daily human activity can cause the release of sweat and sebum from skin, particularly with physical activity and exercise. Often, such perspiration is associated with odor. Perspiration is a physiological body function that helps control and preserve body temperature. Sweat is produced by sweat glands when the body temperature increases.

[0003] Antiperspirant products have been used since the early twentieth century, although fragrances have been used to cover associated odors since ancient Egypt and Rome. Today, consumers may use products that are antiperspirant cosmetic compositions to help reduce or stop production of sweat in large quantities, and / or the use of deodorant cosmetic compositions to reduce body odor. These products are often combined in various formulations for a single application. Preferably, these formulations are additional gentle on and beneficial to the consumer’s skin during wear.SUMMARY OF THE DISCLOSURE

[0004] In some aspects, the techniques described herein relate to a cosmetic formulation including: an emollient; an odor absorbing agent including a powder, the odor absorbing agent in an amount of 0.1 to 25.0 wt. % of the formulation; and lotus flower extract in an amount of 0.0001 to 10.00 wt. % of the formulation, wherein the cosmetic formulation is an antiperspirant, reducing sweat over a 72-hour period, and wherein the cosmetic formulation is a deodorant.

[0005] In some aspects, the techniques described herein relate to a cosmetic formulation including: an emollient; an odor absorbing system including calcium sodium phosphosilicate and diatomaceous earth, the odor absorbing system in an amount of 0.1 to 25.0 wt. % of the formulation; tapioca starch in an amount of 0.1 to 5.0 wt. % of the formulation; and lotus flower extract in an amount of 0.0001 to 10.00 wt. % of the formulation.

[0006] In some aspects, the techniques described herein relate to a cosmetic formulation including: an emollient; an odor absorbing agent including one or more magnesium-containing compounds, the odor absorbing agent in an amount of 0.1 to 25.0 wt. % of the formulation, wherein the odor absorbing agent does not include aluminum- containing compounds; and lotus flower extract in an amount of 0.01 to 2.00 wt. % of the formulation,

[0007] In some aspects, the techniques described herein relate to a cosmetic formulation including: an emollient; an odor absorbing agent including one or more aluminum-containing compounds, the odor absorbing agent in an amount of 0.1 to 25.0 wt. % of the formulation; tapioca starch in an amount of 0.1 to 5.0 wt. % of the formulation; and lotus flower extract in an amount of 0.01 to 2.00 wt. % of the formulation.

[0008] In some aspects, the techniques described herein relate to a cosmetic formulation including: an emollient; an odor absorbing agent including a powder, the odor absorbing agent in an amount of 0.1 to 25.0 wt. % of the formulation; and tapioca starch in an amount of 0.1 to 5.0 wt. % of the formulation; and lotus flower extract in an amount of 0.01 to 2.00 wt. % of the formulation.DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0009] Reference will now be made in detail to certain examples of the disclosed subject matter. While the disclosed subject matter will be described in conjunction with the enumerated claims, it will be understood that the exemplified subject matter is not intended to limit the claims to the disclosed subject matter.

[0010] Discussed herein is a formulation for an antiperspirant. The formulation has good antiperspirant and deodorant properties, and relies on Nelupure, which is a lotus flower extract. Preferably, the formulation reduces / removes use of aluminum powder. The key active ingredients include nymphaea coerulea flower extract and nelumbo nucifera flower extract, which contribute the skin conditioning; in addition to a magnesium hydroxide / magnesium carbonate odor absorbency agent; and a deodorant including 2-methyl 5-cyclohexylpentanol and triethyl citrate.

[0011] Four variants on this formulation are discussed: an anhydrous composition with a natural extract and antiperspirant action; an anhydrous composition with antiperspirant action that is aluminum-free; an anhydrous composition with aluminum salt including a natural chassis; and a lotus power antiperspirant roll-on formulation with tapioca.

[0012] The proposed formulations can be presented as an aerosol, a roll-on, or a solid. The use of the Nelupure in the formulation of the antiperspirant improves the skin conditioning of the formulation in conjunction with the deodorant and antiperspirant properties.

[0013] Definitions

[0014] Throughout this document, values expressed in a range format should be interpreted in a flexible manner to include not only the numerical values explicitly recited as the limits of the range, but also to include all the individual numerical values or sub-ranges encompassed within that range as if each numerical value and sub-range is explicitly recited. For example, a range of “about 0.1% to about 5%” or “about 0.1% to 5%” should be interpreted to include not just about 0.1% to about 5%, but also the individual values (e.g., 1%, 2%, 3%, and 4%) and the sub-ranges (e.g., 0.1% to 0.5%, 1.1% to 2.2%, 3.3% to 4.4%) within the indicated range. The statement “about X to Y” has the same meaning as “about X to about Y,” unless indicated otherwise. Likewise, the statement “about X, Y, or about Z” has the same meaning as “about X, about Y, or about Z,” unless indicated otherwise.

[0015] In this document, the terms “a,” “an,” or “the” are used to include one or more than one unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. The term “or” is used to refer to a nonexclusive “or” unless otherwise indicated. The statement “at least one of A and B” has the same meaning as “A, B, or A and B .” In addition, it is to be understood that the phraseology or terminology employed herein, and not otherwise defined, is for the purpose of description only and not of limitation. Any use of section headings is intended to aid reading of the document and is not to be interpreted as limiting; information that is relevant to a section heading may occur within or outside of that particular section.

[0016] In the methods described herein, the acts can be carried out in any order without departing from the principles of the disclosure, except when a temporal or operational sequence is explicitly recited. Furthermore, specified acts can be carried out concurrently unless explicit claim language recites that they be carried out separately. For example, a claimed act of doing X and a claimed act of doing Y can be conducted simultaneously within a single operation, and the resulting process will fall within the literal scope of the claimed process.

[0017] The term “about” as used herein can allow for a degree of variability in a value or range, for example, within 10%, within 5%, or within 1% of a stated value or of a stated limit of a range, and includes the exact stated value or range.

[0018] The term “substantially” as used herein refers to a majority of, or mostly, as in at least about 50%, 60%, 70%, 80%, 90%, 95%, 96%, 97%, 98%, 99%, 99.5%, 99.9%, 99.99%, or at least about 99.999% or more, or 100%.

[0019] The term “solvent” as used herein refers to a liquid that can dissolve a solid, liquid, or gas. Non-limiting examples of solvents are silicones, organic compounds, water, alcohols, ionic liquids, and supercritical fluids.

[0020] The term “room temperature” as used herein refers to a temperature of about15 °C to 28 °C.

[0021] As used herein, the term “composition” includes a composition intended for application to a body surface, such as for example, skin or hair. . The term “composition” may also include cleaning compositions, such as fabric care composition or home care compositions, including air care compositions (e.g., air fresheners), for use on clothing or other substrates such as hard surfaces (e.g., dishes, floors, countertops). Additional non-limiting examples of “composition” may also include facial or body powder, deodorant, foundation, body / facial oil, mousse, creams (e.g., cold creams), waxes, sunscreens and blocks, bath and shower gels, lip balms, self-tanning compositions, masks and patches.

[0022] As used herein, the term “consumer” means both the user of the composition and the observer nearby or around the user.

[0023] It is understood that the test methods that are disclosed in the Test Methods Section of the present application may be used to determine the respective values of the parameters of Applicants’ disclosures as described and claimed herein.

[0024] In all aspects of the present disclosure, all percentages are by weight of the total composition, as evident by the context, unless specifically stated otherwise. All ratios are weight ratios, unless specifically stated otherwise, and all measurements are made at 25 °C, unless otherwise designated

[0025] Composition

[0026] The compositions herein are antiperspirant formulations including Nelupure, a lotus extract. Nelupure is a blended extract from two types of lotus flowers. The use of Nelupure in the formulations discussed herein can help with the antiperspirant formulation providing benefits such as purity and luminosity, while reducing pore inflammation and reducing excess sebum production in the skin.

[0027] Generally, the formulations discussed herein contain a combination of the lotus blossom extracts, odor absorbency agents, deodorants, additional skin conditioning agents, and other various components to synergistically provide desired antiperspirant anddeodorant properties. The formulations can additionally or optionally include components such as solvents, emollients, propellants, humectants, viscosity agents, antioxidants, fragrances, and more.

[0028] Lotus Blossom Extract. The formulations herein include a lotus extract blend. An example lotus flower extract blend is Nelupure, a blended extract from two types of lotus flowers, Nelumbo nucifera (Scared Lotus) and Nymphea caerulea (Egyptian Lotus). In an example, Nelupure can be present in a range of about 0.0001 wt.% to about 10.00 wt.%, such as in an amount of about 0.0001, 0.001, 0.01, 0.1, 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, 6.0, 7.0, 8.0, 9.0 or about 10.0 wt.% of the overall formulation.

[0029] In an example, the lotus blossom extract blend can include Nelumbo nucifera extract and Nymphea caerulea extract. The Nelumbo nucifera extract can be present in a range of about 0.0001 wt.% to about 5.00 wt.%, such as in an amount of about 0.0001, 0.001, 0.01, 0.1, 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, or about 5.0 wt.% of the overall formulation. The Nymphea caerulea extract can be present in a range of about 0.0001 wt.% to about 5.00 wt.%, such as in an amount of about 0.0001, 0.001, 0.01, 0.1, 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, or about 5.0 wt.% of the overall formulation.

[0030] In addition to the lotus flower extract blend, other skin conditioning agents can be included in the formulation to help with skin sheen, softness, texture, glow, dryness, and other skin conditions. Other example skin conditioning agents can include, for example, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, or other agents.

[0031] Odor Absorbency Agents and Deodorants. One or more odor absorbing agents and / or deodorants can be included in the formulation to aid in reduction of odor once the antiperspirant formulation is applied. For example, Calcium sodium phosphosilicate, Diatomaceous earth, Magnesium Hydroxide, Magnesium Carbonate, 2-Methyl 5- Cyclohexylpentanol, Triethyl Citrate, EthylhexylGlycerin, combinations thereof, or other odor absorbency agents and / or deodorants can be included in the formulation.

[0032] Such an odor absorbing agent or deodorant can be included in an amount of about 0.1 wt.% to about 30.0 w.t% of the formulation, such as about 0.1, 1.0, 5.0, 10.0, 15.0, 20.0, 25.0, or about 30.0 wt.% of the total formulation.

[0033] Emollients. Emollients can be included in the formulation to allow for aid in softening or smoothly the skin. Example emollients can include methyl soy ate, Cl 2- 15 Alkyl Benzoate, Isododecane, and combinations thereof. In the formulation discussed herein, a reduced number of emollients may be used compared to conventional antiperspirant formulations due to the use of the lotus flower extracts. The emollients can be present in theformulation in an amount of about 1.0 wt.% to about 35.0 wt.% of the formulation, such as about 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, 10.0, 15.0, 20.0, 25.0, 30.0, or about 35.0 wt.% of the formulation.

[0034] Emulsifiers . One or more emulsifiers can be included in the formulation to stabilize the formulation, and to allow for effective mixing of the various components therein. Example emulsifiers can include one or more of Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Steareth-2, Steareth-20, or other appropriate emulsifiers. The emulsifiers can be present in an amount of about 0.1 wt.% to about 30.0 wt.% of the formulation, for example about 0.1, 0.5, 1.0, 5.0, 10.0, 15.0, 20.0, 25.0, or about 30.0 wt.% of the formulation.

[0035] Propellants . If the formulation is presented in an aerosol format, such as in a spray can, one or more propellants can be included in the formulation. Such propellants can give pressure in an aerosol spray can. Example propellants can include butane, isobutane, propane, or combinations thereof. The propellant can be present in the formulation in an amount of about 5.0 wt.% to about 70 wt.% of the formulation, such as about 5.0, 10.0, 15.0, 20.0, 25.0, 30.0, 35.0, 40.0, 45.0, 50.0, 55.0, 60.0, 65.0, or about 70.0 wt.% of the formulation.

[0036] Humectants. The formulation can include one or more humectants to help provide and retain skin moisture with the formulation. Example humectants can include glycerin. The humectants can be present in the formulation at an amount of about 0.0005 wt.% to about 5.0 wt.%, such as about 0.0005, 0.005, 0.05, 0.5, 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, or about 5.0 wt.% of the formulation.

[0037] Solvents. One or more solvents can be included in the formulation to dissolve and disperse other ingredients, improve texture, and enhance product performance. Solvents can include, for example, water, propanediol, caprylyl glycol, propylene glycol, dibutyl adipate, propylene carbonate, and others.

[0038] Viscosity Agents. As desired, viscosity-altering agents, such as thickeners, can be included in the formulation. For example, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Tapioca Starch, Xanthan Gum, and others, can be used as viscosity altering agents. The viscosity agents can be present in the formulation at an amount of about 0.1 wt. % to about 10.0 wt.% of the formulation, such as about 0.1, 0.5, 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, 6.0, 7.0, 8.0, 9.0, or about 10.0 wt.%.

[0039] Antioxidants. One or more antioxidants can be included in the formulation to help protect skin cells from damage and aging, improve skin texture and appearance.Example antioxidants can include Pentarythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate. Inan example, the antioxidants can be in the formulation at an amount of about 0.005 wt.% to about 5.0 wt.%, such as 0.005, 0.05, 0.50, 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, or about 5.0 wt.% of the formulation.

[0040] Preservatives. In some cases, one or more preservatives can also be included in the formulation, such as for roll-on formulations. Example preservatives can include Chlorphenesine and Sodium benzoate.

[0041] Four example formulations of the antiperspirant with Nelupure are discussed herein: a first anhydrous formulation, an aluminum-free formulation, an aluminum-salt containing formulation and a tapioca starch containing formulation.

[0042] Anhydrous formulation antiperspirant. The first example formulation with lotus blossom extract is a sustainable formulation that is environmentally friendly. The formulation has a reduced number of emollients in order to have a minimalist formulation. The formulation is aluminum free, non-clogging for pores, a natural product, and has beneficial antiperspirant properties. This formulation works based on an antiperspirant action synergistically derived from the natural extract combined with a tapioca starch, calcium sodium phosphosilicate and diatomaceous earth as absorbents and pH modifiers.

[0043] An example of this formulation is summarized in the below Table:

[0044] Table 1. Antiperspirant formulation with lotus blossom extracts.

[0045] Aluminum-free formulation antiperspirant. The second example formulation can be an antiperspirant composition using the Nelupure component that is aluminum-free. Here, the formulation can include 0% aluminum, while still provide 72 hours of protection against sweat and bad odor. The formulation can be free of aluminum, parabens, D5 silicone, BHT, phenoxyethanol, dyes, and alcohol.

[0046] This formulation does include both the lotus flower extracts and magnesium salts, such as magnesium carbonate and magnesium hydroxide. The use of the lotus flower extracts and magnesium salts can help this formulation provide beneficial antiperspirant action without the use of aluminum salts and other environmentally unfriendly components.Thus, this formulation is an eco-friendly approach. This example formulation can be provided in an aerosol format. An example of this formulation is summarized in the below Table:

[0047] Table 2. Aluminum-free antiperspirant formulation.

[0048] This example formulation has antiperspirant action based on synergistic energy of the natural extract in combination with the magnesium carbonate and magnesium hydroxide.

[0049] Aluminum salt formulation antiperspirant. The third example formulation can be an antiperspirant formulation using the Nelupure component that includes aluminum salts. This example formulation is a natural, sustainable formulation with antiperspirant properties. This formulation includes a single emollient, conventional aluminum salts, and includes tapioca starch for better sensorial, dry, and softness to touch, in combination with the lotus flower extracts. This example formulation can be provided in an aerosol format. An example of this formulation is summarized in the below Table:

[0050] Table 3. Antiperspirant formulation with aluminum salts.

[0051] Tapioca starch formulation antiperspirant. The forth example antiperspirant formulation using the Nelupure component can include a tapioca starch for use in a roll-on format. Here, the formulation is again aluminum-free, and the lotus extract based ingredients help replace the action of a traditional aluminum based antiperspirant.

[0052] This formulation includes Nelupure (Propanediol (and) Glycerin (and)Nymphaea Caerulea Flower Extract (and) Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract), which can act as an astringent and does not block pores. This formulation additionally includes tapioca starch, which adds the benefits of being a sweat absorption ingredient. These two ingredients together have a synergistic effect creating a well performing antiperspirant formulation.

[0053] An example formulation using tapioca starch is summarized in the below Table:

[0054] Table 4. Formulation for Antiperspirant with tapioca starch.

[0055] The tapioca starch can help prevent clumping and separation of the formulation, and can allow for it to be in a liquid form suitable for application with a roll-on.

[0056] The instantly described formulations can be made according to a variety of suitable methods. For example, the components can be mixed together.

[0057] Various methods can be done to use the formulations discussed herein. For example, a consumer can apply an aerosol form antiperspirant formulation by spraying the aerosol formulation onto the affected area(s), such as armpits, to reduce perspiration, and depending on the formulation, reduce or eliminate odor associated with the perspiration. In another example, a consumer can apply a roll-on form antiperspirant formulation by rolling the formulation onto the affected area(s), such as armpits, to reduce perspiration, and depending on the formulation, reduce or eliminate odor associated with the perspiration. In some cases, the consumer may re-apply the formulation as desired.Examples

[0058] Various examples of the present disclosure can be better understood by reference to the following Examples which are offered by way of illustration. The present disclosure is not limited to the Examples given herein.

[0059] Example 1. Aluminum-Free Antiperspirant Formulation with Lotus Flower Extract.

[0060] In Example 1, sample formulations of an antiperspirant with lotus flower extract were made and tested according to Table 5:

[0061] Table 5. Example antiperspirant formulation with lotus blossom extracts.

[0062] The sample formulation was produced and tested to Assess the antiperspirant effect of the investigational product after 48 and 72 hours of the last application on the underarms of research participants, through a gravimetric evaluation, according to theGUIDELINES FOR EFFECTIVENESS TESTING OF OTC ANTIPERSPIRANT DRUG PRODUCTS (FDA).

[0063] Methodology. Here, a sample deodorant spray was produced according to the formula of Table 5, for consumer testing on 17 female participants and 17 male participants. The participants were aged between 18 and 55 years.

[0064] The methodology included suspending the use of any deodorant, ointment, cream or any other product in the armpit region for 17 days and washing them only with the soap provided by the researcher. After the conditioning period, the armpits were cleaned with neutral soap diluted at 2%. The initial assessment was carried out in a sauna to check the amount of sweat produced by the armpit without applying any product. To be approved, the research participant must produce at least lOOmg of sweat per armpit during two consecutive 20-minute sessions (T1 and T2). Once approved, the armpits were cleaned again, then the experimental product was applied to one armpit, while the other armpit remained without any product being applied.

[0065] The sample formulation was applied for 4 consecutive days. After the last application of the sample formulation, the participant was instructed not to wet, wash or apply any product to the armpits for the next 72 hours. After 48 and 72 hours of the last application of the investigational product, research participants were exposed to heat in a sauna.

[0066] Results. After 48 and 72 hours of the last application of the investigational product, 91.18% of the research participants showed a reduction of at least 20% in sweating.

[0067] To allow for quantified analysis of sweat production, participants were approved if they had a quantity of sweating equal to or greater than 100 mg per armpit at each measured time T1 and T2. When in the study pre-treatment (baseline) records were used. The ratio of the treated armpit with the product adjusted to the ratio of the right-to-left armpit sweating rate was defined by the following calculation:Z = (PC x T) / (PT x C)

[0068] Where Z is the adjusted ratio, PC is the amount of sweat obtained in the pretreatment for the control armpit, PT is the amount of sweat obtained in the pre-treatment for the armpit that will receive the treatment, T is the amount of sweat obtained for the armpit with the sample formulation, and C is the amount of sweat obtained from the control armpit.

[0069] The individualized results of this study are summarized below in Table 6 (at 48 hours after application) and Table 7 (at 72 hours after application). The Tables show the values of sweating obtained in the pre-treatment to the armpit control and the armpit that willreceive the treatment (T1 + T2), values of sweating obtained for the treated armpit and armpit control 24 and 48 hours after the last application of the product (T3 + T4) and (T5 + T6), the value of Z and the subtraction of 0.80 from Z.

[0071] Table 7. Individual results of sweat testing at 72 Hours.

[0072] At 48 hours, the mean value of Z was 0.72, with a median value of 0.70, a minimum value of 0.56, and a maximum value of 1.13. Overall, the percent of research participants with a sweat reduction of greater than 20% for when using the sample formulation was 91.18% at 48 hours after application.

[0073] By comparison, at 72 hours, the mean value of Z was 0.72, the median value was 0.69, the minimum value was 0.57, and the maximum value was 1.04. Here, the percentof research participants with a sweat reduction of greater than 20% for when using the sample formulation was 91.18% at 72 hours after application.

[0074] Overall, the testing showed that at least 50% of the research participants had a reduction in sweating of at least 20%. Accordingly, the sample formulation showed a reduction in sweating 48 and 72 hours after application.

[0075] Example 2, Antiperspirant Formulation with Lotus Flower Extract.

[0076] In Example 2, sample formulations of an antiperspirant with lotus flower extract will be made and tested according to the Table:

[0077] Table 8. Example aluminum-free antiperspirant formulation with lotus blossom extracts.

[0078] These samples will be tested in accordance with the procedures discussed above with reference to Example 1.

[0079] Example 3, Antiperspirant Formulation with Lotus Flower Extract and Aluminum Salts.

[0080] In Example 3, sample formulations of an antiperspirant with lotus flower extract will be made and tested according to the Table:

[0081] Table 9. Example aluminum containing antiperspirant formulation with lotus blossom extracts.

[0082] These samples will be tested in accordance with the procedures discussed above with reference to Example 1.

[0083] The terms and expressions that have been employed are used as terms of description and not of limitation, and there is no intention in the use of such terms and expressions of excluding any equivalents of the features shown and described or portions thereof, but it is recognized that various modifications are possible within the scope of the examples of the present disclosure. Thus, it should be understood that although the present disclosure has been specifically disclosed by specific examples and optional features, modification and variation of the concepts herein disclosed may be resorted to by those of ordinary skill in the art, and that such modifications and variations are considered to be within the scope of examples of the present disclosure.

[0084] Additional Examples.

[0085] The following example clauses are provided, the numbering of which is not to be construed as designating levels of importance:

[0086] Clause 1. A cosmetic formulation comprising: an emollient; an odor absorbing agent comprising a powder, the odor absorbing agent in an amount of 0.1 to 25.0 wt. % of the formulation; and lotus flower extract in an amount of 0.0001 to 10.00 wt. % of the formulation, wherein the cosmetic formulation is an antiperspirant, reducing sweat by at least 10% over a 72-hour period, and wherein the cosmetic formulation is a deodorant.

[0087] Clause 2. The cosmetic formulation of clause 1, wherein the cosmetic formulation reduces sweat by at least 20% over a 72-hour period.

[0088] Clause 3. The cosmetic formulation of clause 1, wherein the cosmetic formulation reduces sweat by at least 20% over a 48-hour period.

[0089] Clause 4. The cosmetic formulation of clause 1, wherein the formulation is astringent.

[0090] Clause 5. The cosmetic formulation of clause 1, wherein the lotus flower extract comprises nymphaea coerulea flower extract and nelumbo nucifera flower extract.

[0091] Clause 6. The cosmetic formulation of clause 5, wherein the nymphaea coerulea flower extract is in an amount of 0.0001 to 5.00 wt. % of the formulation.

[0092] Clause 7. The cosmetic formulation of clause 5, wherein the nelumbo nucifera flower extract is in an amount of 0.0001 to 5.00 wt. % of the formulation.

[0093] Clause 8. The cosmetic formulation of clause 1, wherein the odor absorbing agent is selected from the group comprising magnesium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide, tapioca starch, calcium sodium phosphosilicate, diatomaceous earth, aluminum chlorohydrate, and combinations thereof.

[0094] Clause 9. The cosmetic formulation of clause 1, wherein the odor absorbing agent comprises magnesium containing compounds.

[0095] Clause 10. The cosmetic formulation of clause 1, wherein the odor absorbing agent comprises tapioca starch.

[0096] Clause 12. The cosmetic formulation of clause 1, wherein the cosmetic formulation does not include aluminum containing compounds.

[0097] Clause 13. The cosmetic formulation of clause 1, wherein the odor absorbing agent is in an amount of 0.1 to 5.00 wt. % of the formulation.

[0098] Clause 14. The cosmetic formulation of clause 1, further comprising a deodorant is selected from the group consisting of 2-methyl 5-cyclohexulpentanol, triethyl citrate, and combinations thereof.

[0099] Clause 15. The cosmetic formulation of clause 14, wherein the deodorant is in an amount of 0.1 to 10.0 wt. % of the formulation.

[0100] Clause 16. The cosmetic formulation of clause 1, further comprising a propellent selected from the group comprising butane, isobutane, propane, and combinations thereof.

[0101] Clause 17. The cosmetic formulation of clause 1, wherein the emollient is selected from the group consisting of methyl soyate, cl2-15 alkyl benzoate, and combinations thereof.

[0102] Clause 18. The cosmetic formulation of clause 17, wherein the emollient is in an amount of 1.0 to 20.0 wt. % of the formulation.

[0103] Clause 19. The cosmetic formulation of clause 1, comprising a single emollient.

[0104] Clause 20. The cosmetic formulation of clause 1, further comprising a solvent selected from the group consisting of propanediol, dibutyl adipate, and combinations thereof.

[0105] Clause 21. The cosmetic formulation of clause 1, wherein the formulation is anhydrous.

[0106] Clause 22. The cosmetic formulation of clause 1, further comprising a viscosity agent selected from the group consisting of tapioca starch, disteardimonium hectorite, and combinations thereof.

[0107] Clause 23. The cosmetic formulation of clause 1, wherein the formulation has a viscosity of 3,000 cPs to 5,000 cPs.

[0108] Clause 24. The cosmetic formulation of clause 1, further comprising a humectant.

[0109] Clause 25. The cosmetic formulation of clause 1, further comprising an antioxidant.

[0110] Clause 26. The cosmetic formulation of clause 1, further comprising a pH modifier.

[0111] Clause 27. The cosmetic formulation of clause 1, wherein the formulation further comprises a fragrance.

[0112] Clause 28. The cosmetic formulation of clause 1, wherein the cosmetic formulation is in the form of an aerosol.

[0113] Clause 29. The cosmetic formulation of clause 1, wherein the cosmetic formulation is in the form of a roll-on fluid.

[0114] Clause 30. The cosmetic formulation of clause 1, wherein the cosmetic formulation is in the form of a solid.

[0115] Clause 31. A cosmetic formulation comprising: an emollient; an odor absorbing system including calcium sodium phosphosilicate and diatomaceous earth, the odor absorbing system in an amount of 0.1 to 25.0 wt. % of the formulation; tapioca starch in an amount of 0.1 to 5.0 wt. % of the formulation ; and lotus flower extract in an amount of 0.0001 to 10.00 wt. % of the formulation.

[0116] Clause 32. The cosmetic formulation of clause 31, wherein the cosmetic formulation reduces sweat by at least 20% over a 72-hour period.

[0117] Clause 33. The cosmetic formulation of clause 31, wherein the cosmetic formulation reduces sweat by at least 20% over a 48-hour period.

[0118] Clause 34. The cosmetic formulation of clause 31, wherein the cosmetic formulation is a deodorant.

[0119] Clause 35. The cosmetic formulation of clause 31, wherein the lotus flower extract comprises nymphaea coerulea flower extract and nelumbo nucifera flower extract.

[0120] Clause 36. The cosmetic formulation of clause 35, wherein the nymphaea coerulea flower extract is in an amount of 0.0001 to 5.00 wt. % of the formulation.

[0121] Clause 37. The cosmetic formulation of clause 35, wherein the nelumbo nucifera flower extract is in an amount of 0.0001 to 5.00 wt. % of the formulation.

[0122] Clause 38. The cosmetic formulation of clause 31, further comprising a deodorant is selected from the group consisting of 2-methyl 5-cyclohexulpentanol, triethyl citrate, and combinations thereof.

[0123] Clause 39. The cosmetic formulation of clause 38, wherein the deodorant is in an amount of 0.1 to 10.0 wt. % of the formulation.

[0124] Clause 40. The cosmetic formulation of clause 31, further comprising a propellent selected from the group comprising butane, isobutane, propane, and combinations thereof.

[0125] Clause 41. A cosmetic formulation comprising: an emollient; an odor absorbing agent comprising one or more magnesium-containing compounds, the odor absorbing agent in an amount of 0.1 to 25.0 wt. % of the formulation, wherein the odor absorbing agent does not include aluminum-containing compounds; and lotus flower extract in an amount of 0.01 to 2.00 wt. % of the formulation,

[0126] Clause 42. The cosmetic formulation of clause 41, wherein the cosmetic formulation reduces sweat by at least 20% over a 72-hour period.

[0127] Clause 43. The cosmetic formulation of clause 41, wherein the cosmetic formulation reduces sweat by at least 20% over a 48-hour period.

[0128] Clause 44. The cosmetic formulation of clause 41, wherein the cosmetic formulation is a deodorant.

[0129] Clause 45. The cosmetic formulation of clause 41, wherein the lotus flower extract comprises nymphaea coerulea flower extract and nelumbo nucifera flower extract.

[0130] Clause 46. The cosmetic formulation of clause 45, wherein the nymphaea coerulea flower extract is in an amount of 0.0001 to 5.00 wt. % of the formulation.

[0131] Clause 47. The cosmetic formulation of clause 45, wherein the nelumbo nucifera flower extract is in an amount of 0.0001 to 5.00 wt. % of the formulation.

[0132] Clause 48. The cosmetic formulation of clause 41, further comprising a deodorant is selected from the group consisting of 2-methyl 5-cyclohexulpentanol, triethyl citrate, and combinations thereof.

[0133] Clause 49. The cosmetic formulation of clause 48, wherein the deodorant is in an amount of 0.1 to 10.0 wt. % of the formulation.

[0134] Clause 450. The cosmetic formulation of clause 41, further comprising a propellent selected from the group comprising butane, isobutane, propane, and combinations thereof.

[0135] Clause 51. A cosmetic formulation comprising: an emollient; an odor absorbing agent comprising one or more aluminum-containing compounds, the odor absorbing agent in an amount of 0.1 to 25.0 wt. % of the formulation; tapioca starch in an amount of 0.1 to 5.0 wt. % of the formulation; and lotus flower extract in an amount of 0.01 to 2.00 wt. % of the formulation.

[0136] Clause 52. The cosmetic formulation of clause 51, wherein the cosmetic formulation reduces sweat by at least 20% over a 72-hour period.

[0137] Clause 53. The cosmetic formulation of clause 51, wherein the cosmetic formulation reduces sweat by at least 20% over a 48-hour period.

[0138] Clause 54. The cosmetic formulation of clause 51, wherein the cosmetic formulation is a deodorant.

[0139] Clause 55. The cosmetic formulation of clause 51, wherein the lotus flower extract comprises nymphaea coerulea flower extract and nelumbo nucifera flower extract.

[0140] Clause 56. The cosmetic formulation of clause 55, wherein the nymphaea coerulea flower extract is in an amount of 0.0001 to 5.00 wt. % of the formulation.

[0141] Clause 57. The cosmetic formulation of clause 55, wherein the nelumbo nucifera flower extract is in an amount of 0.0001 to 5.00 wt. % of the formulation.

[0142] Clause 58. The cosmetic formulation of clause 51, further comprising a deodorant is selected from the group consisting of 2-methyl 5-cyclohexulpentanol, triethyl citrate, and combinations thereof.

[0143] Clause 59. The cosmetic formulation of clause 58, wherein the deodorant is in an amount of 0.1 to 10.0 wt. % of the formulation.

[0144] Clause 60. The cosmetic formulation of clause 51, further comprising a propellent selected from the group comprising butane, isobutane, propane, and combinations thereof.

[0145] Clause 61. A cosmetic formulation comprising: an emollient; an odor absorbing agent comprising a powder, the odor absorbing agent in an amount of 0.1 to 25.0 wt. % of the formulation; and tapioca starch in an amount of 0.1 to 5.0 wt. % of the formulation; and lotus flower extract in an amount of 0.01 to 2.00 wt. % of the formulation,

[0146] Clause 62. The cosmetic formulation of clause 61, wherein the cosmetic formulation reduces sweat by at least 20% over a 72-hour period.

[0147] Clause 63. The cosmetic formulation of clause 61, wherein the cosmetic formulation reduces sweat by at least 20% over a 48-hour period.

[0148] Clause 64. The cosmetic formulation of clause 61, wherein the cosmetic formulation is a deodorant.

[0149] Clause 65. The cosmetic formulation of clause 61, wherein the lotus flower extract comprises nymphaea coerulea flower extract and nelumbo nucifera flower extract.

[0150] Clause 66. The cosmetic formulation of clause 65, wherein the nymphaea coerulea flower extract is in an amount of 0.0001 to 5.00 wt. % of the formulation.

[0151] Clause 67. The cosmetic formulation of clause 65, wherein the nelumbo nucifera flower extract is in an amount of 0.0001 to 5.00 wt. % of the formulation.

[0152] Clause 68. The cosmetic formulation of clause 61, further comprising a deodorant is selected from the group consisting of 2-methyl 5-cyclohexulpentanol, triethyl citrate, and combinations thereof.

[0153] Clause 69. The cosmetic formulation of clause 68, wherein the deodorant is in an amount of 0.1 to 10.0 wt. % of the formulation.

[0154] Clause 70. The cosmetic formulation of clause 68, wherein the cosmetic formulation is a roll-on format.

Claims

CLAIMSWhat is claimed is:

1. A cosmetic formulation comprising: an emollient; an odor absorbing agent comprising a powder, the odor absorbing agent in an amount of 0.1 to 25.0 wt. % of the formulation; and lotus flower extract in an amount of 0.0001 to 10.00 wt. % of the formulation, wherein the cosmetic formulation is an antiperspirant, reducing sweat by at least 10% over a 72-hour period, and wherein the cosmetic formulation is a deodorant.

2. The cosmetic formulation of claim 1, wherein the cosmetic formulation reduces sweat by at least 20% over a 72-hour period.

3. The cosmetic formulation of claim 1, wherein the cosmetic formulation reduces sweat by at least 20% over a 48-hour period.

4. The cosmetic formulation of claim 1, wherein the formulation is astringent.

5. The cosmetic formulation of claim 1, wherein the lotus flower extract comprises nymphaea coerulea flower extract and nelumbo nucifera flower extract.

6. The cosmetic formulation of claim 5, wherein the nymphaea coerulea flower extract is in an amount of 0.0001 to 5.00 wt. % of the formulation.

7. The cosmetic formulation of claim 5, wherein the nelumbo nucifera flower extract is in an amount of 0.0001 to 5.00 wt. % of the formulation.

8. The cosmetic formulation of claim 1, wherein the odor absorbing agent is selected from the group comprising magnesium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide, tapioca starch, calcium sodium phosphosilicate, diatomaceous earth, aluminum chlorohydrate, and combinations thereof.

9. The cosmetic formulation of claim 1, wherein the odor absorbing agent comprises magnesium containing compounds.

10. The cosmetic formulation of claim 1, wherein the odor absorbing agent comprises tapioca starch.

12. The cosmetic formulation of claim 1, wherein the cosmetic formulation does not include aluminum containing compounds.

13. The cosmetic formulation of claim 1, wherein the odor absorbing agent is in an amount of 0.1 to 5.00 wt. % of the formulation.

14. The cosmetic formulation of claim 1, further comprising a deodorant is selected from the group consisting of 2-methyl 5-cyclohexulpentanol, triethyl citrate, and combinations thereof.

15. The cosmetic formulation of claim 14, wherein the deodorant is in an amount of 0.1 to 10.0 wt. % of the formulation.

16. The cosmetic formulation of claim 1, further comprising a propellent selected from the group comprising butane, isobutane, propane, and combinations thereof.

17. The cosmetic formulation of claim 1, wherein the emollient is selected from the group consisting of methyl soyate, cl 2- 15 alkyl benzoate, and combinations thereof.

18. The cosmetic formulation of claim 17, wherein the emollient is in an amount of 1.0 to 20.0 wt. % of the formulation.

19. The cosmetic formulation of claim 1, comprising a single emollient.

20. The cosmetic formulation of claim 1, further comprising a solvent selected from the group consisting of propanediol, dibutyl adipate, and combinations thereof.

21. The cosmetic formulation of claim 1, wherein the formulation is anhydrous.

22. The cosmetic formulation of claim 1, further comprising a viscosity agent selected from the group consisting of tapioca starch, disteardimonium hectorite, and combinations thereof.

23. The cosmetic formulation of claim 1, wherein the formulation has a viscosity of 3,000 cPs to 5,000 cPs.

24. The cosmetic formulation of claim 1, further comprising a humectant.

25. The cosmetic formulation of claim 1, further comprising an antioxidant.

26. The cosmetic formulation of claim 1, further comprising a pH modifier.

27. The cosmetic formulation of claim 1, further comprising a fragrance.

28. The cosmetic formulation of claim 1, wherein the cosmetic formulation is in the form of an aerosol.

29. The cosmetic formulation of claim 1, wherein the cosmetic formulation is in the form of a roll-on fluid.

30. The cosmetic formulation of claim 1, wherein the cosmetic formulation is in the form of a solid.

31. A cosmetic formulation comprising:an emollient; an odor absorbing system including calcium sodium phosphosilicate and diatomaceous earth, the odor absorbing system in an amount of 0.1 to 25.0 wt. % of the formulation; tapioca starch in an amount of 0.1 to 5.0 wt. % of the formulation ; and lotus flower extract in an amount of 0.0001 to 10.00 wt. % of the formulation.

32. The cosmetic formulation of claim 31, wherein the cosmetic formulation reduces sweat by at least 20% over a 72-hour period.

33. The cosmetic formulation of claim 31, wherein the cosmetic formulation reduces sweat by at least 20% over a 48-hour period.

34. The cosmetic formulation of claim 31, wherein the cosmetic formulation is a deodorant.

35. The cosmetic formulation of claim 31, wherein the lotus flower extract comprises nymphaea coerulea flower extract and nelumbo nucifera flower extract.

36. The cosmetic formulation of claim 35, wherein the nymphaea coerulea flower extract is in an amount of 0.0001 to 5.00 wt. % of the formulation.

37. The cosmetic formulation of claim 35, wherein the nelumbo nucifera flower extract is in an amount of 0.0001 to 5.00 wt. % of the formulation.

38. The cosmetic formulation of claim 31, further comprising a deodorant is selected from the group consisting of 2-methyl 5-cyclohexulpentanol, triethyl citrate, and combinations thereof.

39. The cosmetic formulation of claim 38, wherein the deodorant is in an amount of 0.1 to 10.0 wt. % of the formulation.

40. The cosmetic formulation of claim 31, further comprising a propellent selected from the group comprising butane, isobutane, propane, and combinations thereof.

41. A cosmetic formulation comprising: an emollient; an odor absorbing agent comprising one or more magnesium-containing compounds, the odor absorbing agent in an amount of 0.1 to 25.0 wt. % of the formulation, wherein the odor absorbing agent does not include aluminum-containing compounds; and lotus flower extract in an amount of 0.01 to 2.00 wt. % of the formulation,42. The cosmetic formulation of claim 41, wherein the cosmetic formulation reduces sweat by at least 20% over a 72-hour period.

43. The cosmetic formulation of claim 41, wherein the cosmetic formulation reduces sweat by at least 20% over a 48-hour period.

44. The cosmetic formulation of claim 41, wherein the cosmetic formulation is a deodorant.

45. The cosmetic formulation of claim 41, wherein the lotus flower extract comprises nymphaea coerulea flower extract and nelumbo nucifera flower extract.

46. The cosmetic formulation of claim 45, wherein the nymphaea coerulea flower extract is in an amount of 0.0001 to 5.00 wt. % of the formulation.

47. The cosmetic formulation of claim 45, wherein the nelumbo nucifera flower extract is in an amount of 0.0001 to 5.00 wt. % of the formulation.

48. The cosmetic formulation of claim 41, further comprising a deodorant is selected from the group consisting of 2-methyl 5-cyclohexulpentanol, triethyl citrate, and combinations thereof.

49. The cosmetic formulation of claim 48, wherein the deodorant is in an amount of 0.1 to 10.0 wt. % of the formulation.

50. The cosmetic formulation of claim 41, further comprising a propellent selected from the group comprising butane, isobutane, propane, and combinations thereof.

51. A cosmetic formulation comprising: an emollient; an odor absorbing agent comprising one or more aluminum-containing compounds, the odor absorbing agent in an amount of 0.1 to 25.0 wt. % of the formulation; tapioca starch in an amount of 0.1 to 5.0 wt. % of the formulation; and lotus flower extract in an amount of 0.01 to 2.00 wt. % of the formulation.

52. The cosmetic formulation of claim 51, wherein the cosmetic formulation reduces sweat by at least 20% over a 72-hour period.

53. The cosmetic formulation of claim 51, wherein the cosmetic formulation reduces sweat by at least 20% over a 48-hour period.

54. The cosmetic formulation of claim 51, wherein the cosmetic formulation is a deodorant.

55. The cosmetic formulation of claim 51, wherein the lotus flower extract comprises nymphaea coerulea flower extract and nelumbo nucifera flower extract.

56. The cosmetic formulation of claim 55, wherein the nymphaea coerulea flower extract is in an amount of 0.0001 to 5.00 wt. % of the formulation.

57. The cosmetic formulation of claim 55, wherein the nelumbo nucifera flower extract is in an amount of 0.0001 to 5.00 wt. % of the formulation.

58. The cosmetic formulation of claim 51, further comprising a deodorant is selected from the group consisting of 2-methyl 5-cyclohexulpentanol, triethyl citrate, and combinations thereof.

59. The cosmetic formulation of claim 58, wherein the deodorant is in an amount of 0.1 to 10.0 wt. % of the formulation.

60. The cosmetic formulation of claim 51, further comprising a propellent selected from the group comprising butane, isobutane, propane, and combinations thereof.

61. A cosmetic formulation comprising: an emollient; an odor absorbing agent comprising a powder, the odor absorbing agent in an amount of 0.1 to 25.0 wt. % of the formulation; and tapioca starch in an amount of 0.1 to 5.0 wt. % of the formulation; and lotus flower extract in an amount of 0.01 to 2.00 wt. % of the formulation,62. The cosmetic formulation of claim 61, wherein the cosmetic formulation reduces sweat by at least 20% over a 72-hour period.

63. The cosmetic formulation of claim 61, wherein the cosmetic formulation reduces sweat by at least 20% over a 48-hour period.

64. The cosmetic formulation of claim 61, wherein the cosmetic formulation is a deodorant.

65. The cosmetic formulation of claim 61, wherein the lotus flower extract comprises nymphaea coerulea flower extract and nelumbo nucifera flower extract.

66. The cosmetic formulation of claim 65, wherein the nymphaea coerulea flower extract is in an amount of 0.0001 to 5.00 wt. % of the formulation.

67. The cosmetic formulation of claim 65, wherein the nelumbo nucifera flower extract is in an amount of 0.0001 to 5.00 wt. % of the formulation.

68. The cosmetic formulation of claim 61, further comprising a deodorant is selected from the group consisting of 2-methyl 5-cyclohexulpentanol, triethyl citrate, and combinations thereof.

69. The cosmetic formulation of claim 68, wherein the deodorant is in an amount of 0.1 to 10.0 wt. % of the formulation.

70. The cosmetic formulation of claim 68, wherein the cosmetic formulation is a roll-on format.

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