| abstract |
A cosmetic agent is disclosed for the temporary styling of keratinic fibers, in particular human hair, containing, in a cosmetic support, with respect to its total weight; a) from 0.1 % to 2.0 % by weight of chitosan or chitosan derivative, and b) from 0.5 % to 7.0 % by weight of a polyimide as defined therein, its use and a method employing this agent. The polyimide is preferably a copolymer of an ethoxylated maleimide (A1), a dimethylaminopropyl maleimide (A2), maleic acid (A3) and isobutylene (A4). The composition finds use in improvements to the volume of hair, especially after having been washed. |