Cream antiperspirants

Most antiperspirant sticks are molded. Sticks dominate in the U.S. market, whereas lotion and cream antiperspirants are preferred in Europe. Stick antiperspirant products may include suspending agents, coupling agents to wet the antiperspirant chemical (about 20—25%), and emoUients. The blend is prepared at about 65°C and poured at about 55°C. Antiperspirant (64) and deodorant (65) compositions have been pubHshed. 

Uses Emollient, solvent in cosmetics skin emollient, lubricant, carrier used in lotions, creams, antiperspirants, bath oils plasticizer for PVC lubricant for PS Manuf./Distrib. Inolex http //www.inolex.com, Int l. Paper http //www.internationalpaper.com Trade Name Synonyms Unimate IPPM t [Ari zo na http //www. arizonachemical. com]... 

Clear solutions of antiperspirants have been on the market for about 100 years. Cream and lotion types are o/w emulsions commonly formulated using nonionic emulsifiers to avoid aluminum salt formation, especially by carboxylic acids. Cream antiperspirants are generally distributed in jars, whereas lotions are dispensed from roll-on types of containers. 

The aerosol container has enjoyed commercial success ia a wide variety of product categories. Insecticide aerosols were iatroduced ia the late 1940s. Additional commodities, including shave foams, hair sprays, antiperspirants, deodorants, paints, spray starch, colognes, perfumes, whipped cream, and automotive products, followed ia the 1950s. Mediciaal metered-dose aerosol products have also been developed for use ia the treatment of asthma, migraine headaches, and angiaa. 

Cosmetics. Talc is widely used in baby and body powders, pressed powders, creams, and antiperspirants. Its softness, sHp, inertness (fragrance retention), and relative safety make this one of the oldest and most widely recognized appHcations for talc. Talc is also used in chewing gum as a detackifier and in tableting as a lubricating process aid. 

Coumarin has also found use in toothpastes, antiperspirant deodorants, bath products, body lotions, face creams, fragrance creams, hair sprays, shampoos, shower gels and toilet soaps (Cohen, 1979 Lake, 1999). It has been used in detergents as a brightener or bleaching agent (Perone, 1972). 

The first commercial antiperspirant was Everdry, launched in 1902, and it was dabbed under the armpits using cotton wool. It was cold to apply, took time to dry, and was acidic, so that it irritated the skin and rotted clothes - but it was better than nothing. It contained aluminium chloride hexahydrate and later - urea was added to reduce the acidity. In 1934 Arid Cream was launched and it had been developed... 

A simple deodorant consists of an antibacterial agent in a cream base. Antiperspirant ingredients ( aluminum salts ) such as aluminum chlorohydrate, activated aluminum chlorohydrates, and aluminum-zirconium-glycine (AZG) complexes work by forming superficial plugs in the sweat ducts, reducing the flow of perspiration. Antiperspirants are available in four product types cream, liquid, powder, or stick. They usually include aluminum salts, titanium dioxide, oxyquinoline sulfate, zirconium salt, alcohol, and antibacterial agents. Some liquid forms are propellant dispensed (aerosols). Waxes, soap, and humectants may be present in minor proportion in stick forms. Roll-on types may be added with... 

Cosmedia Potymer HSP1180. [Henkel/ Cospha] Polyacrylamidomethylpro-pane si tmic acid agent for creams, lotions, antiperspirants, shaving creams, soiqps, nail polish removers to give smooth... 

Volatile Silicone. [Union Cttbkie] Cy-chmiediiooiM emollient lubricam for ddn creams and lotions, antiperspirants. 

Bayer and Wiedemarm (1981) reported on the mineralogy of zirconium and its uses as precious stones (zircon, phianite, and dje-valithe are all very hard), mineral raw materials, foundry sand, abrasives, and corrosion-resistant metals. Insoluble zirconium silicates have been used in cosmetic creams, powders, and antiperspirants. Zirconium tetrachloride is a white powder that is very moisture-sensitive (Dressier et al. 1983). 

Cosmetics that are intended to treat or prevent disease or alter a body function are considered drug products. Examples include toothpastes with fluoride (prevent cavities), srmtanning lotions/creams (prevent exposme to UV light), antiperspirants that are also deodorants (prevent perspiration), and antidandruff shampoos (prevent or treat dandruff). The key in determining whether a product is a cosmetic or a drug-cosmetic product is the product s claim Does the label claim that the product will treat or prevent disease ... 

With an enormous variety of creams, lotions, deodorants, antiperspirants, sunscreens, makeup, hair preparations, bath salts, soaps, and shaving products, cosmetics are applied to alter, preserve, or beautify the outer surface of the body (skin, hair, nails, lips, eyes, and teeth) by cleaning, colouring, conditioning, or protecting. Perfumery products are applied to our skin and hair to emit pleasant odours. The constituents of cosmetics and perfumes can be grouped as follows ... 

Chem. Descrip. PEG-20 FCC, USP/NF CAS 25322-68-3 EINECS/ELINCS 203-989-9 Uses Coupling agent, solvent, vehicle, humectant, lubricant, binder, base for cosmetics/toiletries (antiperspirants, creams/lotions, shave creams) food processing (citrus coatings, bodying agent, dispersant, defoamer, pkg. component), pharmaceuticals (coating, binder, plasticizer, and lubricant in tablets)... 

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