Abstract: The present invention relates to an oil-in-water emulsion containing tretinoin and the use thereof in mitigating skin disorders such as acne, photodamaged skin, wrinkles, mottled hyperpigmentation, tactile roughness, and yellowing of facial skin.
Abstract: There are provided compositions which include a retinoid and preferably retinol; an acid; and an acid neutralizing effective amount of ammonium hydroxide. There are also provided compositions which include a retinoid and a neutralized ammonium salt of an acid. Further provided are methods for reducing fine lines and wrinkles and for increasing the clarity of a skin surface, cellular turnover, skin radiance, skin smoothness, skin permeation or collagen synthesis in a mammal in need thereof. Compositions as described above are administered topically to the skin of the animal.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
June 3, 1999
Date of Patent:
February 18, 2003
Assignee:
Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc.
Inventors:
Curtis A. Cole, Laura E. Flack, Claudia Kaminski
Abstract: The invention provides for astringent compositions comprising from about 0.1% to about 20% by weight of an astringent and between about 0.1% to 10% by weight of alcohol. The compositions have viscosity values of at least about 5,000 centipoise. The invention also provides for a method of using such compositions for delivering a topically active agent, such as salicylic acid, into skin.
Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition (e.g., a cosmetic composition) comprising, (a) an oxygen labile active agent, (b) erythorbic acid or a cosmetically acceptable salt or ester thereof, (c) optionally, a tocopherol derivative, (d) optionally, a pantothenic acid derivative, and (e) optionally, an extract of green tea, provided that said composition comprises a compound selected from both (c) and (d), both (c) and (e), or both (d) and (e).
Type:
Grant
Filed:
June 2, 2000
Date of Patent:
October 22, 2002
Assignee:
Neutrogena Corporation
Inventors:
Chris R. Stahl, Aldo O. Fernandez, Frederick W. Woodin
Abstract: The present invention relates to a multi-layer exothermic bandage comprising an oxygen-impermeable layer, a water-impermeable layer, a heating element layer comprising an oxidizable material, and an active agent layer; and the use thereof.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
July 7, 2000
Date of Patent:
October 15, 2002
Assignee:
Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc.
Inventors:
Ying Sun, Ralph W. Oakeson, Stephen J. Wisniewski, Jonas C. T. Wang
Abstract: The present invention relates to a silicone gel comprising a volatile liquid, a silicone polymer, and salicylic acid; compositions comprising the silicone gel; and methods of using such gel and composition for the prevention and treatment of acne or seborrhea.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
March 6, 2001
Date of Patent:
May 7, 2002
Assignee:
Neutrogena Corporation
Inventors:
Laura C. Singleton, Carol J. Collins, Frederick W. Woodin, Jr.
Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of promoting metabolism, energy production, and the uptake and utilization of oxygen in the skin comprising topically administering a promoting amount of (i) carnitine or a therapeutically acceptable salt or ester thereof and (ii) pyruvic acid or a therapeutically acceptable salt or ester thereof.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
June 29, 2000
Date of Patent:
April 16, 2002
Assignee:
Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc.
Inventors:
Stanley S. Shapiro, Katharine M. Martin
Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition comprising self-tanning agent and carmine, cosmetic products comprising such composition and a cosmetically acceptable carrier, and methods of using such products.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
June 15, 1999
Date of Patent:
April 10, 2001
Assignee:
Neutrogena Corporation
Inventors:
Mauricio Castro, Frederick W. Woodin, Jr.
Abstract: The present invention relates to a silicone gel comprising a volatile liquid, a silicone polymer, and salicylic acid; compositions comprising the silicone gel; and methods of using such gel and composition for the prevention and treatment of acne or seborrhea.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
May 28, 1999
Date of Patent:
March 13, 2001
Assignee:
Neutrogena Corporation
Inventors:
Laura C. Singleton, Carol J. Collins, Frederick W. Woodin, Jr.
Abstract: The present invention relates to composition comprising a self-tanning agent, a nitrogen-free polymer, and a nitrogen-free surfactant; cosmetologic products such as mousses comprising such composition and a cosmetically acceptable carrier; and methods of using such products.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
June 15, 1999
Date of Patent:
September 5, 2000
Assignee:
Neutrogena Corporation
Inventors:
Mauricio Castro, Frederick W. Woodin, Jr.