| abstract |
The present invention relates to compositions for treating hair fibers, in particular human hair fibers, comprising (a) cationic surfactants; (b) thiol-based compounds thiol-based compound selected from thiolactic acid, thiolactic acid derivatives, their salts; (c) fatty alcohols in an amount of from about 6% to about 20%; (d) a component selected from (i) polyols; (ii) fatty substances other than a fatty alcohol: (e) a colorant in an amount of from about 0.1% to about 2% by weight; (f) water; and (g) optionally, neutralizing agents, wherein the pH of the composition ranges from 2 to less than 7. The invention also concerns a method for masking the yellow effects of bleach or lightening products on hair as well as for imparting hair care benefits to hair fibers such as straightening effects, volume reduction, frizz control, manageability, conditioning, cosmeticity, and smooth feel using the cosmetic compositions of the present invention. |