HIGH UNSAPONIFIABLES AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME

摘要

Materials with high levels of unsaponifiable matter result in Hydrolysates with unique properties. It has been found that the application of a hydrolysis process to materials, particularly materials with a high level of unsaponifiables (e.g. at least 6% by total weight of the material) produces a product with properties significantly different from those products resulting from the con-ventional saponification of materials with less than 6% by weight of unsaponifiables. The resulting Hydrolysates resist both physical and aqueous-based removal from skin and hair, exhibit a very unique surfacta nt property, and are not foaming agents with water. Hydrolysates according to the present invention may thus be used to enhance the performance of cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. These Hydrolysates are bioactive agents and alternative natural carrying agents for topical application of materials, particularly for application of materials to the skin or hair of subjects, and provide a substantive support for the materials carried.