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Natural topical compositions for the prevention and treatment of diaper rashes and related conditions

a technology of compositions and compositions, applied in the direction of drug compositions, biocides, plant/algae/fungi/lichens ingredients, etc., can solve the problems of easy disruption and thicker skin layer, and achieve the effect of reducing irritant microbes and preventing diaper rash

Inactive Publication Date: 2009-06-04
NATURAL ORGANICS
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Benefits of technology

"The present invention provides a composition that includes anthocyanins, which are natural ingredients that help treat and prevent diaper rash. The composition can be applied topically in the form of a lotion, cream, or spray, and can be used on both infants and toddlers as well as adults. The composition helps reduce skin pH, inhibits the adhesion of yeast and bacteria, and prevents the growth of yeast and bacteria. The composition can also contain other ingredients such as zinc oxide, cod liver oil, and fragrance. The invention addresses the many causes of diaper rash and provides a cost-effective solution."

Problems solved by technology

In infants, this layer of the skin is much thinner and more easily disrupted.

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[0029]Preferred embodiments of the invention are described in the form of a cream, a powder and a baby wipe, with the percentage of ingredients present being listed in descending order from the highest to the lowest. In each embodiment, cranberry extract is included at 0.01%, by weight, of the total composition.

Cream Form

[0030]Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Zinc Oxide (included at 10% by weight), Beeswax, Benzyl Alcohol, Coconut Oil, Cod liver Oil, Dimethicone, Fragrance, Glyceryl Oleate, Mineral Oil, Ozokerite, Paraffin, Propylene Glycol, Purified Water, Red Ferric Oxide, Sorbitol, cranberry extract (Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract containing 0.2-0.8% anthocyanins, and / or related anthocyanosides).

Powder Form

[0031]Corn starch, zinc oxide (included at 10% by weight), ferric oxide, fragrance, cranberry extract (Vaccinium magrocarpon fruit extract containing 0.2-0.8% anthocyanins, and / or related anthocyanosides), tricalcium phosphate.

Disposable Baby Wipe Form

[0032]Water, Glycerin, Al...

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Abstract

The treatment and prevention of skin irritations, including diaper rash, is facilitated with the topical application of cranberry anthocyanins in a cosmetically acceptable vehicle.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001]1. Field of the Invention[0002]This invention relates to topical compositions for the treatment of skin irritation and, more particularly, to anthocyanin-containing compositions for the treatment of diaper rash.[0003]2. Background of the Invention and Related Art[0004]Diaper rash (also referred to as diaper dermatitis or incontinence dermatitis) is a generic term applied to rashes seen in the diaper area (genital, buttocks and thighs, or any area of skin that is covered by a diaper-like dressing) that may be caused by a variety of skin disorders. Diaper dermatitis develops when skin is exposed to prolonged wetness, increased skin pH caused by urine and feces, with the resulting breakdown of the stratum corneum, or outermost layer of the skin. In adults, the stratum corneum is composed of 25 to 30 layers of flattened dead keratinocytes, which are continuously shed and replaced from below. These dead cells are interlayered with lipids secreted by the s...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A61K36/45A61P17/00A61Q19/00
CPCA61K8/27A61K8/97A61K9/0014A61K9/06A61Q19/005A61K9/146A61K36/45A61Q19/00A61K9/143A61K8/9794A61K8/9789A61P17/00Y02A50/30
Inventor AVILA, RAFAEL
Owner NATURAL ORGANICS
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