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Low Residue cosmetic composition

US6682749B1 · kind B1 · utility

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32Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateMar 19, 1999
Grant dateJan 27, 2004
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Expiry dateJun 7, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61Q17/005
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

This invention comprises low residue cosmetic compositions (especially underarm products) which are made by combining an active ingredient; a silicone gel material itself comprising an elastomer composition; and at least one selected surfactant having an HLB value in the range of 8-16. The compositions of this invention exhibit reduced or eliminated film formation when applied to the skin and increased availABILity of the active ingredient.

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