Absorbent articles enhancing skin barrier function
US6503526B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 20, 2000 |
| Grant date | Jan 7, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 20, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61Q17/00
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention relates to compositions and absorbent articles including compositions for protecting and enhancing the barrier function of the skin. The compositions can be applied to the bodyfacing surfaces of absorbent articles so that the compositions come into contact with the skin. The compositions of the invention have improved stability on the bodyfacing surfaces after processing. The compositions of the invention provide several benefits including prevention and alleviation of skin irritations associated with the use of absorbent articles. The compositions can include natural fats, natural oils, sterols or sterol derivatives, emollients, solidifying agents and viscosity enhancers.
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