Patent ID: 6565834
Filing Date: 2003-05-20
Classification: A61K,A61Q

Abstract:
A cosmetic composition for reducing or inhibiting oiliness and greasiness comprising:(a) 5-25% by wt. of a C12-C20 fatty acid; (b) 0.1%-10% of one or more surfactants selected from the group consisting of anionic, nonionic, cationic and amphoteric surfactants; (c) 0.01-10% of niacinamide; (d) 0.01%-10% of a C11-C30 alkyl or alkenyl ester of salicylic acid; and (e) a cosmetically acceptable carrier, wherein the cosmetically acceptable carrier is an emollient material selected from the group consisting of silicone oils, synthetic esters and mixtures thereof.