| abstract |
Cosmetic compositions, particularly solid or gel stick type deodorant compositions, comprising a base solvent system having at least diglycerol, and optionally polyhydric alcohols, and water and gelled with alkali metal salts of saturated fatty acids. The compositions may further comprise monohydric alcohols, surfactants, emollients, fatty alcohols, stabilizing agents, antimicrobial and antibacterial agents, cooling agents, fragrance, dyes and the like. The compositions exhibit improved clarity, enhanced and stronger fragrance impact, and a directional increase in fragrance longevity. |