Abstract: Disclosed are selenium sulfide lotion shampoos containing peroxy oxidizing agents, such as hydrogen peroxide and sodium percarbonate. These compositions provide antidandruff efficacy and do not become discolored upon storage. A method for preparing color-stable selenium sulfide shampoo compositions is also taught.

Abstract: An improvement to a wide mouth container for powdered or granular products is disclosed. Attached to the neck of the container in a spaced relationship are two flat, lens-shaped projections having opposed surfaces generally normal to the container axis. Between the projections a dispensing slot is formed which is useful to effect dispensing by pouring. Alternatively, the size and spacing of the projections allows a spoon to be inserted into the container neck for dispensing the product. The projections do not interfere with the sealing means which closes the container.

Abstract: Reduced calorie edible fats and oils comprising triglycerides synthesized (tailored) with a particular combination of saturated medium chain fatty acids, saturated long chain fatty acids, and unsaturated long chain fatty acids are disclosed. In addition to providing caloric reduction, these tailored triglycerides also have acceptable autoignition characteristics making them suitable for use in shortenings and cooking oils.

Abstract: The present invention relates to absorbent structures in which hydrogel has improved ability to absorb salt-containing fluids due to inclusion within the absorbent structures of fibrous anion exchange materials. The absorbent structures of the present invention comprise hydrogel and fibrous anion exchange material (e.g., DEAE cellulose), and, optionally, fibrous cation exchange materials and/or conventional absorbent materials; said absorbent structures having an equilibrium pH of from about 5 to about 11. The present invention further relates to disposable absorbent products (e.g., diapers, incontinent pads, sanitary napkins) which comprise absorbent structures of the present invention.

Abstract: A dispensing package for cosmetic cream products which automatically and progressively indicates when the product has nearly been depleted by the user. The package includes a deformable fin cantilevered from the piston which contacts the underside of the wall on which applicating surface is formed and is thereby bent in the direction of an orifice in the applicating surface. Further advance of the piston causes the fin to progressively cross the orifice, becoming visible from the exterior. As the piston is further advanced towards the applicating surface, continued deformation of the fin causes it to advance fully across the orifice, thereby indicating to the user that the cream product is nearly depleted. The invention is well suited to dispensing packages which contain and dispense cream deodorants and antiperspirants.

Abstract: A reclosable dispensing package which has a thin plastic fitment mounted over a cutout area in the closure flaps of a seal end carton. The fitment is affixed to the outer (last-folded) major flap. When the carton is flattened tubular form, the caliper of the fitment-equipped closure flaps is minimized by providing a second cutout area in the inner (first-folded) major flap, sized and located to receive a projecting end of the fitment therein. Minimizing caliper permits shipment in more compact form and enables packing machine operators to place greater numbers of cartons in the machine hoppers.

Abstract: An improved cutting sleeve for the removal of flash from thermoplastic containers is disclosed. When used in conjunction with a blow-pin the cutting sleeve is movable relative to the blow-pin. In a preferred embodiment the cutting sleeve comprises two portions of different diameter. Use of the cutting sleeve results in an improved finish of the container neck.

Abstract: A disposable absorbent product such as a panty liner (or pantiliner) or sanitary napkin or product for incontinents having a resilient, scalloped perimetrical edge, and a method of making the product. In a preferred laminated embodiment, a resilient absorbent core lamina is disposed between and coextensive--at least in their edge areas--with a liquid permeable topsheet and a liquid barrier backsheet. The elements are bonded together by a multiplicity of perimetrically spaced, compacted bonded areas which impart a scalloped character to the edge of the product, and wherein each scallop is filled with an edge portion of the resilient absorbent core lamina. Each bonded area is preferably elongate, and orthogonally disposed with respect to the edge of the product; and, preferably, each bonded area comprises a plurality of concatenated discrete bonds for improved flexibility.

Abstract: A pantiliner consisting essentially of an overwrap and a resilient element. The overwrap is a soft, smooth, compliant, porous material while the resilient element is compressible, conformable, and resilient. The former can be any material commonly used as a topsheet for sanitary napkins while the latter is preferably a mass of moisture insensitive fibers which can be bonded one to another at their points of contact. Preferably, the surfaces of the fibers are hydrophilic. Adhesive attachment means are preferably associated with the pantiliner.

Abstract: A dispenser for a product is described which incorporates a follower piston slidably mounted therewithin. The dispenser comprises an axially extending bore of a tubular container body for housing a product to be dispensed and having an upper end from which the product is dispensed and an open lower end. The follower piston is slidably mounted within the lower end of the bore of the container body to support the product thereabove. The piston is constructed of resilient material and comprises a face portion adapted to contact the product and a peripherally attached sidewall. The sidewall further comprises at least one integral peripheral contact band conforming to the shape of the cross section of the bore, and is adapted to virtually resiliently extend or contract in response to axial forces exerted on the face portion with such change in length resulting in an inversely proportional virtual change in lateral dimension of the peripheral contact band.

Abstract: A concentrated emulsion of non-absorbable liquid polyol polyesters and high melting fatty acids or esters thereof in water can be diluted to a highly palatable beverage. The emulsifier system comprises a polyglycerol ester and an aliphatic glycol ester. The beverage provides the hypercholesteremic or obese patient with a highly agreeable vehicle for his daily requirement of non-absorbable liquid polyol polyester.

Abstract: An improved process, preferably continuous, for making a peroxyacid having about 6 to 18, preferably about 8 to 16 carbon atoms and at least one peroxyacid moiety, using as starting materials the corresponding carboxylic acid and hydrogen peroxide and using concentrated acid as the reaction medium, comprising the steps of (a) maintaining a reaction mixture having a liquid component comprising 60 to 80% concentrated acid, 2.5 to 12.5% hydrogen peroxide, and 7.5 to 37.5 % water and a dispersed solid component comprising crystals of the carboxylic acid starting material and peroxyacid product, the ratio of liquid to solids being from about 15:1 to about 49:1. Preferably the carboxylic acid is added as particles having a size of less than #100 mesh to a preformed solution of the concentrated acid and peroxide.

Abstract: Compositions for topical application of erythromycin and derivatives of erythromycin, comprising an erythromycin compound and a member selected from the group consisting of lauryl alcohol, diisopropyl sebacate, dibutyl sebacate, dioctyl adipate, propylene glycol dipelargonate, ethyl laurate, butyl laurate, ethyl myristate, butyl myristate, isopropyl palmitate, oleyl alcohol, diethyl sebacate, dioctyl sebacate, dioctyl azelate, hexyl laurate, ethyl caprate, butyl stearate, isopropyl isostearate, 2-ethyl-hexyl pelargonate, butyl benzoate, benzyl benzoate, benzyl salicylate, and dibutyl phthalate, and mixtures thereof, are especially useful as a treatment for acne.

Abstract: An absorbent article or portion thereof comprises first and second layers joined together intimately in a generally parallel and coextensive manner. Each layer has a pattern of multiple discrete holes or regions of low density which are separated by regions of high density. The layers are aligned to minimize the number of holes or regions of low density of one layer which substantially overlap one or more holes or regions of low density of the other layer. The articles are characterized by better wicking, lower thermal conductivity and improved appearance compared to articles in which a higher degree of overlap of low density areas is noted.A process for making absorbent articles having improved wicking is also disclosed. This process is carried out by aligning the adjacent layers of the absorbent body as described above.