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Silicone esters of hydroxy acid

US5374759A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMar 22, 1994
Grant dateDec 20, 1994
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Expiry dateMar 22, 2014

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC08G77/38
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The invention relates to a series of novel silicone esters of hydroxy acids. The compounds of the present invention are prepared by reacting a the hydroxyl group in a silicone polymer with a hydroxy acid selected from the group consisting of lactic acid and glycolic acid. The compounds of the present invention find use in skin care products and other personal care products.

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