Extended release fragrance compositions
Compositions are provided that provide release of fragrance over an extended period of time. The compositions comprise a hydrophilically-modified cross-linked silicone elastomer and an acrylic rheology modifier.
1. A long-wearing composition for providing extended release of fragrance, said composition comprising:
(a) from about 0.5% to about 5% by weight of a hydrophilically-modified cross-linked silicone elastomer;
(b) from about 0.5% to about 5% by weight of an acrylic rheology modifier;
(c) from about 35% to about 50% by weight of a polyol;
(d) from about 35% to about 50% by weight of an alcohol; and
(e) from about 2% to about 10% by weight of a fragrance oil,
wherein the composition is capable of releasing said fragrance oil over a longer period of time as compared to an otherwise identical composition lacking either said hydrophilically-modified cross-linked silicone elastomer or said acrylic rheology modifier.
2. A method for providing prolonged delivery of a fragrance oil comprising applying to a surface a composition according to claim 1 .
3. The method according to claim 2 , wherein said surface is a human integument.