Gel composition and methods of use
US6673863B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 17, 2001 |
| Grant date | Jan 6, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 9, 2022 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K2800/412
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
There is provided a gel composition having a silica powder and a non-volatile compound. The silica powder particles are spherical and porous. The silica powder has a specific gravity about 0.09 to about 0.6, and is present in an amount about 10 wt % to about 50 wt %. The non-volatile compound is present from about 35 wt % to about 90 wt %. The composition has less than about 5 wt % water. There is also provided a method for imparting a powdery feel to the skin, and a method for treating a cosmetic or medical condition of the skin, nail/cuticle, lips or hair.
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