Abstract: A body conformance system (22) includes at least one liquid-permeable, flexible containment layer (24), and an operative quantity of substantially free-flowing particulate material (28) constrained by the flexible containment layer (24). In a particular aspect, the substantially free-flowing particulate material (28) can exhibit a selected avalanche-time between avalanches. In another aspect, the particulate material can exhibit a selected, minimum retention capacity. In a further aspect, the system can exhibit a distinctive gap-protrusion area (104). In yet another aspect, the containment layer (24) can include a material that has a relatively high permeability to liquid, but a relatively high resistance to a passage of the particulate material.

Abstract: An absorbent article comprising an odour control material comprising at least one inclusion complex of cyclodextrin with an organic compound which is dispersed in a matrix comprising a polysiloxane oil.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method for maintaining and/or improving skin health in the area of a wearer covered by an absorbent article. The absorbent article includes a vapor permeable backsheet, a liquid pervious topsheet positioned in facing relation with the backsheet, an absorbent core located between the backsheet and the topsheet. The absorbent article also includes skin care compositions thereon for maintaining and/or improving skin health.

Abstract: A hot melt adhesive comprises an ethylene ?-olefin copolymer, an acid anhydride modified polyolefin and a hydrogenated tackifying resin. The hot melt adhesive has excellent viscoelastic properties and can be used in a variety of applications. In one application, attaching an elastic band to a flexible film, the adhesive has excellent viscosity and, in a finished absorbent article, a minimal creep characteristic. Also disclosed is a disposable article using the adhesive to adhere adjacent surfaces within the disposable article including an elastic band to a polyolefin backing film, for example, in a diaper, incontinent article or other such structure.

Abstract: A technique for incorporating odor control agent particles into an absorbent article is provided. More specifically, the odor control particles are “homogenously” distributed (e.g., in a substantially uniform manner) within an airformed fiber matrix of an absorbent core of an absorbent article. An absorbent core containing such a homogeneously distributed odor control particles may possess a greater surface area for contacting malodorous compounds, thereby increasing the likelihood of odor reduction.

Abstract: Provided are absorbent articles for retaining a malodorous bodily fluid. The absorbent articles comprise an additive that is a quaternary ammonium salt that is water soluble at 37° C., comprises an alkyl C16-C21 chain, and contains at least two oxygen atoms in the anionic portion of the salt. Also provided are methods of preparing absorbent articles, including disposable absorbent articles, containing the above additive.

Abstract: A water-absorbent composition includes: a specific plant extract; a water-absorbent resin whose surface portion and/or periphery thereof is treated; and/or a water-absorbent resin having a specific property. Specifically, it is preferable to use a water-absorbent resin having three characteristics: (1) a specific neutralization rate, (2) a specific particle diameter, and (3) a specific plant extract. The water-absorbent composition has a superior deodorant performance and an absorbent characteristic when the water-absorbent composition is used (provided) in an absorbing product such as a paper diaper, thereby providing a superior deodorant performance and a superior absorbent characteristic to the foregoing absorbing product.

Abstract: An odor control substrate that is applied with an activated carbon ink is provided. The activated carbon ink is applied in a pattern that covers from about 25% to about 95% of the surface area of the substrate. Although not covering the entire surface, the present inventors have discovered that the activated carbon ink is still capable of providing good odor reduction qualities to the substrate. To further enhance the aesthetic appeal of the odor control substrate to a consumer, one or more colored inks may also be applied the substrate in a pattern that may or may not overlap with the activated carbon ink pattern. The colored ink(s) may contrast well with the activated carbon ink to provide an overall design that is more aesthetically than otherwise would be provided by a uniform coating of activated carbon ink.

Abstract: A delivery device for a sanitary article includes an encapsulating material with a first layer and a second layer, enclosing an additive in a space formed by these layers of encapsulating material. The delivery device also includes a third layer, positioned above the second layer of encapsulating material. The third layer extends beyond and thereby covers substantially all of the edges of the second layer of encapsulating material. The third layer may also extend into and throughout the space formed between the first and second layers of encapsulating material that enclose the additive. The third layer thereby protects the user of a product comprising the delivery device from contact with the edges of the second layer of encapsulating material and also provides a means for attaching the delivery device to an article to keep it in place during transport storage and use. The invention also relates to sanitary articles, such as hygiene tissues and absorbent articles, containing the delivery device.

Abstract: An absorbent article such as a sanitary napkin, panty liner, diaper, pant diaper, adult incontinence guard, includes oxidized lipids as an odour control substance. Preferably the lipids are oxidized under controlled conditions to have a peroxide number of at least 20 meq/kg. The lipids are for example triglycerides of fatty acids.

Abstract: There is provided a fibrous absorbent article for absorbing body fluids. The article includes a fibrous absorbent material suitable for absorbing the body fluids, and one or more all-natural, liquid malodor counteractant materials disposed within the fibrous material to absorb, neutralize, suppress, and/or eliminate odors associated with the body fluids. The one or more malodor counteractant materials is one or more of the following: glycerin, glycerin compound, aldehyde, natural oil, solution of soluble natural compound, natural plant and herb extract, naturally occurring deodorizing active, acid, base, oxidant, chelating agent, ester, masking agent, sensory receptor alterant, oxidizing agent, biological agent, surfactant, surface active polymer, and any mixtures thereof.

Abstract: This invention concerns extrudates having high surface area materials and at least one metal ion adsorbed onto the high surface area material. The extrudates may be breathable films, multilayer laminates and pultruded articles. The extrudates may be made into storage and packaging material to reduce odor and retard the ripening of fruit. The extrudates, if in the form of a breathable film or multilayer laminate may be used as outer cover material for personal care products like diapers, adult incontinence products, training pants and the like. The high surface area particle-containing extrudate may be made by adding modified nanoparticles to a filler before the filler is treated with a fatty acid. Alternatively, a filler previously treated with a fatty acid may be modified by subjecting the filler to sonic energy in the presence of an aqueous solution of metal ions and nanoparticles.

Abstract: Improved skin-adhesive compositions for bonding a substrate, such as an absorbent article, to skin are disclosed. More particularly, the skin-adhesive composition has an improved, yet gentle, adhesion to the skin of a user, while maintaining strong, effective bonding to various inanimate, non-skin substrates. In one embodiment, the skin-adhesive composition can provide one or more skin benefit agents to the user. The skin-adhesive composition may be applied to an absorbent article, such as a panty-liner, sanitary napkin, or an incontinence article, for directly adhering the article to the skin of a user.

Abstract: An absorbent article includes a topsheet, a backsheet, and an absorbent core disposed between the topsheet and backsheet. A first barrier layer and a second barrier encapsulate an additive therebetween. The second barrier layer is disposed between the topsheet and the absorbent core and the first barrier layer is disposed on a topsheet. An opening system is provided that allows the first barrier layer to be secured to a release paper, outer packaging or article itself, so that it is removed with the release paper, outer packaging or unfolding of the product. As such, the first barrier layer need not be separately removed, and is hidden from view, thereby eliminating the step of separately removing the barrier layer.

Abstract: An olfactory patch comprises a well formed by a reservoir layer, the well is sandwiched between a barrier layer and a permeable layer. The permeable layer defines a pathway for olfactory fluid flow from the well. The flow of the olfactory fluid may be commenced by an initiator mechanism. The olfactory patch may utilize any olfactory fluid or combination of fluids within the same patch. The patch may utilize olfactory fluid which provides aromas or masks odors or has deodorizing capability or the olfactory fluid may contain therapeutic or pest control agents which are released from the patch by aromatization or by direct skin absorption or by inhalation.

Abstract: A nether garment for adsorbing odor to be worn close to at least one body part of a user having at least one outer fabric material layer and an inner layer of fiber fabric material for adsorbing odor, such that the nether garment conforms to a shape of the at least one body part of the user thereby providing one or more of a lightweight, flexible, breathable, washable, regenerative and reusable apparatus. Also described is a method of making an odor control nether garment and an improved method of controlling odors, including various body odors.

Abstract: A technique for incorporating odor control agent particles into an absorbent article is provided. More specifically, the odor control particles are “homogenously” distributed (e.g., in a substantially uniform manner) within an airformed fiber matrix of an absorbent core of an absorbent article. An absorbent core containing such a homogeneously distributed odor control particles may possess a greater surface area for contacting malodorous compounds, thereby increasing the likelihood of odor reduction.

Abstract: An undergarment comprises a strapless, coreless web sized and configured between an anterior end and a posterior end to cover, in use, at least the vulva of an adult female wearer. The undergarment is pre-adherent to the wearer, e.g., having pre-applied adhesive or pre-applied suction material on the body side of the web, suitable for contact with human skin and sufficiently adherent to removably hold the undergarment in place during use. In another aspect, a feminine undergarment comprises such pre-adherent strapless, coreless web with a removable protective cover over at least the adhesive. In another aspect, a package of feminine undergarments comprises outer packaging containing at least multiple of such feminine undergarments and optionally inner packaging for each of the undergarments individually.

Abstract: A far infrared anion complex sanitary napkin/pad comprises in sequence from upper to lower layer a web layer, an absorbent layer, a waterproof coating layer, an adhesive layer, a floral essential layer and a far infrared anion fiber layer. The floral essential layer is a paper/fabric layer soaked with extracted floral essential solution. The far infrared anion fiber layer is woven of fiber obtained by mixing anion mother grain, far infrared mother grain, and homopolymer carrier or spinning liquid. The anion mother grain is made from nano grade mineral powder that activates anion in the air. The far infrared mother grain is made from nano grade mineral powder that activates far infrared. The advantages of the sanitary napkin/pad include disinfection, sterilization, anti-inflammation, skin benefits, deodorization and prevention of various gynecological diseases, and also promotes oxygen level carried by anion, minimizes the irritation of the essential solution to the skin.

Abstract: This invention concerns an odor control layer for personal care products having a dried, aqueously deposited formulation of odor sorbent and binder. This layer may be placed in a personal care product like diapers, training pants, absorbent underpants, adult incontinence products, and feminine hygiene products. The amount of odor sorbent present may be in an amount of between about 2 and 80 weight percent on a dry basis. The layer may be a tissue, film, paper towel, nonwoven web, coform, airlaid, wet-laid, bonded-carded web and laminates thereof.

Abstract: An absorbent article comprising a topsheet, a backsheet, and an absorbent core between the topsheet and backsheet. The absorbent core may comprise an odor control system. The absorbent core has a first quadrant, a second quadrant, a third quadrant, and a fourth quadrant. The odor control system may have a distribution profile greater than 5% in at least two of the four quadrants.

Abstract: Improved skin-adhesive compositions for bonding a substrate, such as an absorbent article, to skin are disclosed. More particularly, the skin-adhesive composition has an improved, yet gentle, adhesion to the skin of a user, while maintaining strong, effective bonding to various inanimate, non-skin substrates. In one embodiment, the skin-adhesive composition can provide one or more skin benefit agents to the user. The skin-adhesive composition may applied to an absorbent article, such as a panty-liner, sanitary napkin, or an incontinence article, for directly adhering the article to the skin of a user.

Abstract: A canine diaper, comprising: (a) an outer liner, wherein the outer liner is substantially liquid impermeable; (b) an inner liner, wherein the inner liner is substantially liquid permeable, and wherein the inner liner comprises an outer perimeter secured to the outer liner to enclose a cavity therebetween; (c) a cavity positioned between the inner liner and the outer liner; (d) an absorbent core, wherein the absorbent core is retained within the cavity; and (e) at least one tab which secures the outer liner of the canine diaper substantially around a torso of a dog.

Abstract: An absorbent article (1) includes an absorbent body (5) arranged superpositioned onto a backsheet (4). The absorbent article (1) has a side edge (6; 12a, 12b) encompassing the absorbent article (1). The absorbent article (1) includes at least one fastening tab (2) positioned along the side edge (6; 12a, 12b). In a first position the fastening tab (2) is folded over itself at least once creating at least one first pleat (13) and secured in its folded position by fastening means (17) positioned in the first pleat (13) on only a first side (14) of the fastening tabs (2), and in that in a second position, the fastening tab (2) is arranged to be unfolded at least partly for attachment to the outside and/or the inside of an undergarment (21).

Abstract: A sanitary absorbent article including a cover layer, a barrier layer, a secondary barrier layer arranged between the cover layer and the barrier layer, the secondary barrier layer provided with an oil based fragrance, wherein the secondary barrier layer is a mineral oil polymer blend microporous film.

Abstract: Absorbent articles having enhanced absorption of bodily exudates are disclosed. The absorbent articles comprise a bodily exudate modifying agent and a skin care formulation. The bodily exudate modifying agent is capable of reducing the viscosity of bodily exudates such as feces and menses. The skin care formulation comprises a bodily exudate modifying agent neutralizer to neutralize the possible negative effects on skin barrier function caused by the bodily exudate modifying agents coming into direct contact with the wearer's skin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to superabsorbent polymer particles having functionalizers covalently bound to the surface of precursor superabsorbent polymer particles. The functionalizers of the present invention comprise a grafting unit with a radiation activatable group and a functional unit covalently bound to the grafting unit. The grafting unit is bound to an aliphatic C—H group comprised at the surface of the precursor superabsorbent polymer particle. The functional unit comprises chemical structures which are not present in the precursor superabsorbent polymer particle. These functional units add an additional function to the precursor suberabsorbent polymer particle or modifying an existing function of the precursor superabsorbent polymer particle. Moreover, the invention relates to a process for making these superabsorbent polymer particles.

Abstract: An absorbent pad configured for placement under a patient to absorb bodily fluids includes a liquid permeable cover layer, a liquid impermeable back sheet, and an absorbent structure disposed between the cover layer and the back sheet. At least one of the cover layer, back sheet, or absorbent structure incorporates a dried application of a liquid activated carbon ink having activated carbon, a binder, and a solvent, with the dried application of ink having a solids add-on level of at least about 2%. The activated carbon ink is applied in a pattern over between about 25% to about 95% of a total upper surface area of the pad and presents a visually contrasting color against a background color of the pad or a contrasting ink.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a disposable absorbent article. The disposable absorbent article of the present invention includes: a topsheet, a backsheet combined with the topsheet, a fluid storage layer disposed between the topsheet and backsheet and having a body-facing surface and a garment-facing surface opposing the body-facing surface. The disposable absorbent article further includes an odor/antimicrobial reduction layer disposed either between the topsheet and the fluid storage layer or between the backsheet and the fluid storage layer. The odor/antimicrobial reduction layer contains an odor/antimicrobial material. The odor/antimicrobial reduction layer has a predetermined pattern of the odor/antimicrobial material.

Abstract: The present invention provides a topical composition for application to the perianal and/or labial areas of the skin which helps prevent viscoelastic fluids, such as menses and feces, from attaching to the skin and aids in the reducing the viscoelastic properties of the fluid so that the fluid can flow into absorbent articles. The composition contains at least one viscoelastant material and at least one an anti-adherent material. the composition may be applied with a wipe, including mitts and gloves, a solid stick composition, an aerosol dispenser, a pump spray, a trigger spray, a squeeze bottle, as a foam, as a cream, as an ointment, as a salve, as a gel, as a wash or as a lotion. In addition, absorbent articles, such as pads or pants, diapers and the like may also be used as a means to transfer the composition to the skin.

Abstract: Absorbent articles having enhanced absorption of bodily exudates are disclosed. The absorbent articles comprise a bodily exudate modifying agent and a skin care formulation. The bodily exudate modifying agent is capable of reducing the viscosity of bodily exudates such as feces and menses. The skin care formulation comprises a bodily exudate modifying agent neutralizer to neutralize the possible negative effects on skin barrier function caused by the bodily exudate modifying agents coming into direct contact with the wearer's skin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a sanitary napkin whose securing means includes a “braid” of absorbent material. The braid structure maximizes absorbency, while minimizing bulk and thus allows the pad to be comfortably held in place during use, in much the same way that the popular underwear are held.

Abstract: An absorbent article in which a plurality of absorbent components is layered, and the absorbent component on top is peeled off after use. The article is configured to inhibit twisting or wrinkling during use. In the absorbent article, the upper absorbent component is layered on the skin-facing surface of the bottom absorbent component and peelably bonded by the temporal adhesive member. The bottom absorbent component has higher flexural rigidity than the upper absorbent component, and the compression recovery rate of the bottom absorbent component is also set so as to be higher than that of the upper absorbent component. It is thereby possible to prevent the bottom absorbent component from twisting and wrinkling when the upper absorbent component is placed against the discharge area, and after the upper absorbent component is peeled off, the volume of the bottom absorbent component is restored, and comfort during contact thereof with the discharge area is improved.

Abstract: An absorbent article includes an odor control agent deposited in a visible pattern on a material layer of the article. The odor control agent has a color so as to present a distinguishable pattern against a contrasting colored background defined by the material layer. The article includes a top cover defining a bodyfacing surface of the absorbent article, and the odor control agent is disposed beneath the bodyfacing surface and is visible through the top cover, or may be deposited directly on the bodyfacing surface of the top cover.

Abstract: An absorbent article in which a plurality of absorbent components is layered, and the absorbent component on top is peeled off after use. The article is configured to inhibit twisting or wrinkling during use. In the absorbent article, the upper absorbent component is layered on the skin-facing surface of the bottom absorbent component and peelably bonded by the temporal adhesive member. The bottom absorbent component has higher flexural rigidity than the upper absorbent component, and the compression recovery rate of the bottom absorbent component is also set so as to be higher than that of the upper absorbent component. It is thereby possible to prevent the bottom absorbent component from twisting and wrinkling when the upper absorbent component is placed against the discharge area, and after the upper absorbent component is peeled off, the volume of the bottom absorbent component is restored, and comfort during contact thereof with the discharge area is improved.

Abstract: An absorbent article such as a diaper, panty diaper, panty liner, sanitary napkin or incontinence device, wherein at least one part of the absorbent article carries a film having at least one monomolecular layer of a polymer having a functional group and an active agent, in particular to an absorbent article wherein the film is obtainable by layer-by-layer deposition of at least a first polymer having a first functional group and a second polymer having a second functional group capable of interacting with the first functional group. Moreover, the use of a film obtainable by the layer-by-layer deposition of at least one first polymer having a first functional group and a second polymer having a second functional group capable of interacting with the first functional group for releasing an active agent contained in the film upon wetting of the film by body fluids.

Abstract: A method of making an absorbent pad, and the absorbent pad so made, by bonding together a lower layer, an intermediate layer of an absorbent pulverized pulp, and an upper layer; characterized in that the intermediate layer also includes a perfumed deodorant powder mixture mixed with the absorbent pulverized pulp to reduce odors and to prevent skin erythema during the use of the absorbent pad by a person.

Abstract: A method for providing a system of absorbent articles including offering a chassis primarily performing a base function, wherein the chassis is an absorbent article; and offering first and second enhancement products, wherein the chassis and the first and second enhancement products are adapted such that the first and second enhancement products may be coupled to the chassis. Further, a method for educating a consumer with regard to various conditions requiring an absorbent article including providing first and second packages, each including a description of a condition and an enhancement product adapted to address the conditions; allowing the consumer to learn about the conditions and what may be used to address the conditions; and providing a third package including a chassis and description of a base condition, such that the chassis may be combined with the first and/or second enhancement products.

Abstract: A method is disclosed for absorbing anal leakage, such as fecal material, blood or flatulence. The method includes positioning an intergluteal absorbent pad external to the anal orifice of a subject such that the pad is retained between the buttocks, and any discharge from the anus is absorbed by the absorbent material of the pad. The pad can have a variety of shapes, including major and minor portions that are portions of spheres or ellipsoids, or which are elongated and have cross-sections that are circular or ellipsoid. The smaller minor portion of the pad is positioned against the anal orifice to minimize pressure exerted in this sensitive area, while the larger major portion is retained in the less sensitive intergluteal space. Insertion and retention of the pad adjacent to the anus helps alleviate symptoms of the hemorrhoids, absorbs leakage, and can also be used as a reservoir to administer medication.

Abstract: The present invention has an object to provide a particulate water-absorbing composition, a production process therefor, and an absorbent article comprising this particulate water-absorbing composition, wherein the particulate water-absorbing composition causes little coloring of other materials and further is of high safety, and can provide excellent deodorizability and excellent absorption properties to absorbent articles such as diapers in the case where combined into the absorbent articles.

Abstract: An absorbent article in which a plurality of absorbent components is layered, and the absorbent component on top is peeled off after use. The article is configured to inhibit twisting or wrinkling during use. In the absorbent article, the upper absorbent component is layered on the skin-facing surface of the bottom absorbent component and peelably bonded by the temporal adhesive member. The bottom absorbent component has higher flexural rigidity than the upper absorbent component, and the compression recovery rate of the bottom absorbent component is also set so as to be higher than that of the upper absorbent component. It is thereby possible to prevent the bottom absorbent component from twisting and wrinkling when the upper absorbent component is placed against the discharge area, and after the upper absorbent component is peeled off, the volume of the bottom absorbent component is restored, and comfort during contact thereof with the discharge area is improved.

Abstract: An absorbent article in which a plurality of absorbent components is layered, and the absorbent component on top is peeled off after use. The article is configured to inhibit twisting or wrinkling during use. In the absorbent article, the upper absorbent component is layered on the skin-facing surface of the bottom absorbent component and peelably bonded by the temporal adhesive member. The bottom absorbent component has higher flexural rigidity than the upper absorbent component, and the compression recovery rate of the bottom absorbent component is also set so as to be higher than that of the upper absorbent component. It is thereby possible to prevent the bottom absorbent component from twisting and wrinkling when the upper absorbent component is placed against the discharge area, and after the upper absorbent component is peeled off, the volume of the bottom absorbent component is restored, and comfort during contact thereof with the discharge area is improved.

Abstract: An absorbent article in which a plurality of absorbent components is layered, and the absorbent component on top is peeled off after use. The article is configured to inhibit twisting or wrinkling during use. In the absorbent article, the upper absorbent component is layered on the skin-facing surface of the bottom absorbent component and peelably bonded by the temporal adhesive member. The bottom absorbent component has higher flexural rigidity than the upper absorbent component, and the compression recovery rate of the bottom absorbent component is also set so as to be higher than that of the upper absorbent component. It is thereby possible to prevent the bottom absorbent component from twisting and wrinkling when the upper absorbent component is placed against the discharge area, and after the upper absorbent component is peeled off, the volume of the bottom absorbent component is restored, and comfort during contact thereof with the discharge area is improved.

Abstract: A cellulose-based granule that functions as a carrier vehicle for an odor control agent is described. The granule has a relatively porous substrate body having a high-surface area of at least about 200 m2/gram, and a quinone compound either adhered to a surface or interfolded among the cellulose-based substrate. The odor control granule is free-flowing (i.e., do not exhibit a tendency to agglomerate to each other) and exhibit powder-like characteristics, wherein the granules have an average powder density of 30 to 600 g/l according to DIN 53,468.

Abstract: A cellulose-based granule that functions as a carrier vehicle for an odor control agent is described. The granule has a relatively porous substrate body having a high-surface area of at least about 200 m2/gram, and metal-modified silica particles either adhered to or encapsulated within the cellulose-based substrate. Each of the metal-modified particles has adsorbed metallic ions that are adapted to bind a molecule of a gaseous compound, an odorous compound, or combinations thereof. The odor control granule is free-flowing (i.e., do not exhibit a tendency to agglomerate to each other) and exhibit powder-like characteristics, wherein the granules have an average powder density of 30 to 600 g/l according to DIN 53,468.

Abstract: A film that is formed from a biodegradable polymer blend of different aliphatic-aromatic copolyesters is provided. More specifically, the blend contains a first copolyester formed from a terephthalic acid monomer. The use of a terephthalic acid monomer results in a polymer chain containing 1,4-(para-) terephthalate units linked in a generally linear configuration (e.g., ˜180°). The blend also contains a second aliphatic-aromatic copolyester formed from a phthalic acid and/or isophthalic acid monomer. The use of such a monomer results in a polymer chain containing 1,2-(ortho-) and/or 1,3-(meta-) linked units. The inclusion of 1,2-(ortho-) and/or 1,3-(meta-) linked units into the polymer backbone of the second copolyester introduces an angle or “kink” (e.g., ˜120° kink for a 1,3-linkage) into the otherwise linear polymer chain. The “kinks” in the second copolyester backbone reduce its melting point and degree of crystallinity, which have an influence on its physical properties (e.g.

Abstract: A plurality of graphical elements form optical illusions associated with consumer products to aid in conveying visual perception of desired features. The optical illusions may provide perceptions of motion and/or elevation deviation into or out of a surface. Further, graphical elements sharing a single common color tone may create one or more of the illusions that may otherwise be enhanced by incorporating multiple color tones to the graphical elements creating the illusions. Exemplary consumer products include disposable diapers, feminine sanitary napkins, printed or electronic advertising media, and removable packaging enclosing articles prior to their use.

Abstract: Absorbent product, such as a diaper, a sanitary napkin or an incontinence product, whereby the product has odour control agent(s), and whereby the product has a wet zone, which is intended to store liquid during use, which zone is defined by the absorbent structure, a dry zone, which is intended to be substantially dry during use, which zone is defined by the outer edges, belt, elastics, backing sheet, wings and optionally outer part of the standing gathers, and an interfacing zone adjoining the wet zone, which is defined by the part(s) of the top sheet receiving liquid, optionally the inner part of the standing gathers, optionally an acquisition layer, and other parts adjoining the wet zone thereby occasionally being wet, wherein at least one substantially moisture-insensitive odour control agent is present in the wet zone and at least one odour control agent is present in the dry zone.

Abstract: The application of vacuum suction to a standard diaper in order to evacuate sufficient urine and provide sufficient air movement to dry excrement sufficiently to prevent skin breakdown and permit extension of the diaper's service cycle.

Abstract: A personal absorbent pad that includes a front panel, a back panel, two sides, and an adornment. The two sides are configured to fit between a pair of breasts so as to hold the pad in place. The absorbent pad has an adornment.