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Cosmetic powder bar composition and process for making same

US5049376A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJan 26, 1990
Grant dateSep 17, 1991
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Expiry dateJan 26, 2010

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S424/05
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A cosmetic powder bar composition is disclosed. The composition, substantially oil free, comprises calcium sulfate dihydrate, mica or mica-containing composite material and polyethylene. A unique process for making this composition is also set forth. In this process a powder phase composition and a liquid phase composition are separately prepared. The two compositions are contacted to form a slurry. The slurry is placed in molds and heated to remove free water therefrom.

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