Disclosed are liquid deodorant compositions characterized by the presence of water and zinc phenolsulfonate at a weight ratio of at least about 1:3, most preferably about 3:1; most preferably 3:1; low levels of irritation causing polyhydric alcohols; relatively low monohydric alcohol levels; and the presence of nonionic emulsifiers. Also disclosed is a method for treating or preventing human malodor.
Cosmetic compositions are disclosed which are made from a multi-component base made from at least three different components, which base exhibits a weight loss not exceeding 46% in a 24 hour period in a controlled environment with minimum air flow in a humidity chamber with a temperature of 35-40 degrees C. and 80% humidity; and a medium volatility fragrance, wherein a solubility parameter is calculated for each of the base and fragrance components are matched so that the difference between them is less than 38%.
