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Topical compositions and methods of application

US6555095B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateDec 14, 2001
Grant dateApr 29, 2003
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Expiry dateDec 14, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K2800/52
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

There are topical emulsion compositions having a cosmetic drug or medicinal active, a novel compound of the present invention, and a vehicle. The novel compound is represented by a formula selected from the group consisting of L—A—H and A—L—H, wherein L is a lipophilic moiety, A is an aromatic moiety, and H is a hydrophilic moiety. Also provided are methods of emulsifying a composition; improving the photostability of a composition; and enhancing the effectiveness of a sunscreen composition.

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