Compound for the amelioration of pseudofollicultis
US5968534A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 4, 1998 |
| Grant date | Oct 19, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 4, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61Q9/02
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A compound for reducing the incidence of pseudofolliculitis combines a mild skin astringent, an oil based epidermal softener, and a hair stiffener. One embodiment of the compound combines refined powdered oatmeal and emollient of the compound combines refined powdered oatmeal and emollient oil, such as mink oil and liquid vitamin A in a petroleum jelly base. The mixture is applied by being massaged into the skin prior to lathering and then again immediately after the rinsing of the face after shaving. Continual usage significantly reduces the eruption of pseudofolliculitis.
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