| abstract |
The present invention is directed to a low VOC, non-aerosol,npolyacrylic acid containing hair cosmetic compositions which containnnonionically derivatized starches, particularly those derivatized by alkylenenoxides. The derivatized starch may be hydrolyzed, particularly enzymaticallynhydrolyzed by at least one endo-enzyme. In addition, the starch may bencationically modified with a low degree of substitution. Use of such starchesnis novel and advantageous in that they are compatible with polyacrylic acid,nproviding a clear, solution with a stable viscosity. Further, the resultantncomposition provides a clear film which is not tacky, good stiffness, andnimproved humidity resistance. |