| abstract |
Disclosed are low viscosity, clear, sprayable liquid antiperspirant compositions. More specifically, the present compositions have viscosities of less than about 15 centistokes and comprise: an antiperspirant salt which is soluble, and which will remain soluble, in a monohydric alcohol solvent; relatively high levels of emollient materials, comprising non-volatile emollient esters of C2-C20 alcohols and benzoic acid and/or of C2-C20 alcohols and C6-C16 fatty acids, having solubility parameters of from about 7 to about 10, and comprising additional emollient materials selected from propylene glycol ethers of C4-C22 fatty alcohols, volatile silicone materials, non-volatile dimethicone fluids, C12-C20 branched chain alcohols, and mixtures thereof; optionally, a pH buffer; optionally, a dimethecone copolyol in a suitable solvent therefor; and the remainder monohydric alcohol plus water as solvents. These antiperspirant compositions provide excellent antiperspirancy and cosmetic in-use properties. They are non-sticky, non-greasy, and quick drying. These compositions go onto the skin as a clear spray and leave no white, chalky, residue on skin upon dry down. These antiperspirant compositions also remain as stable clear solutions over time and a broad range of physical conditions, especially ambient temperatures. |