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Sunscreen compositions

US5935556A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJul 30, 1998
Grant dateAug 10, 1999
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Expiry dateJul 30, 2018

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61Q17/04
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention relates to compositions suitable for use as sunscreens which have improved storage stability and improved retention of UV absorbance capability. Methods of using the compositions are also disclosed. The compositions comprise an emulsion comprising a safe and effective amount of a UVA-absorbing dibenzoylmethane sunscreen active in one or more oil phases, a safe and effective amount of a formaldehyde donor preservative in one or more aqueous phases, and an emulsifier.

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