Patents Examined by Amy L. Clark
  • Patent number: 8697152
    Abstract: Provided are anti-inflammatory compositions comprising (a) an anti-inflammatory agent selected from the group consisting of olive leaf extract, holly herb, sappan wood, feverfew, and combinations of two or more thereof, and (b) an anti-inflammatory agent comprising at least one lipophilic aminoacid and at least one metal salt. Also provided are personal care products comprising such compositions, and methods of use thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2005
    Date of Patent: April 15, 2014
    Assignee: Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc.
    Inventors: Jean Holland, Peter Lyte, Michael Southall, Vivian Zhu
  • Patent number: 8697151
    Abstract: An active composition for treating skin having a protein-containing extract from a Vigna aconitifolia plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 15, 2014
    Assignee: BASF Beauty Care Solutions France S.A.S.
    Inventors: Jean-Luc Contet-Audonneau, Louis Danoux, Véronique Gillon, Gilles Pauly, Philippe Moser
  • Patent number: 8668943
    Abstract: A hair care composition that prevents hair loss and stimulates hair growth is disclosed. The hair care composition of the present invention comprises natural ingredients including one and/or more carrier oils, one and/or more essential oils, and fragrance oil. The preferred embodiment including Shea Butter, Extra Virgin Olive oil, Jojoba oil, Vanilla fragrance oil, Peppermint essential oil, Lavender essential oil, Tea Tree essential oil, Clary Sage essential oil, and Rosemary essential oil is provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 10, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 11, 2014
    Inventor: Gwendolyn L. Hall
  • Patent number: 8663717
    Abstract: A troche for providing throat relief. The troche includes a solid base containing pectin, food flavoring, aloe vera powder 200:1, malic acid, ginseng extract, natural glycerin, manuka honey, orchid extract, lysozyme, sorbitol crystals, and sorbitol base.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 24, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 4, 2014
    Assignee: Fontus Science, LLC
    Inventors: Nat Adkins, Jr., Cynthia Barratt, Fabiana Banov, Kaitlin Hopkins, James Walter Price
  • Patent number: 8658221
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the extraction of plant ingredients, which comprises a) comminuting plant material b) adding a solvent to the comminuted plant material c) subjecting the mixture of comminuted plant material and solvent to an ultrahigh temperature treatment at 95-150° C. over a period of 5-300 seconds.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2008
    Date of Patent: February 25, 2014
    Assignee: Bayer Cropscience AG
    Inventors: Michael Baeuerlein, Joseph Miller
  • Patent number: 8658182
    Abstract: A method of producing a phytoplankton extract includes obtaining seawater including phytoplankton. The seawater is stored in a tank and circulated within the tank. Air is mixed with the seawater. The phytoplankton is autolysed. The phytoplankton is collected. A compound includes an autolysed phytoplankton taken from an algae paste. The autolysed phytoplankton can be a powder or a liquid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2006
    Date of Patent: February 25, 2014
    Inventor: Tom G. Harper
  • Patent number: 8652532
    Abstract: The present invention relates to an orally ingestible food or pet food composition or cosmetic composition containing glucosamine generated from plant materials through a drying process for the maintenance of joint health or prevention, alleviation and/or treatment of osteoarthritis, or the improvement of the skin quality and prevention or restoration of age-related alterations of skin. It also relates to the use of the composition in the manufacture of a nutritional product, a supplement, a treat, a medicament or a cosmetic product and methods for the maintenance of bone health, prevention, alleviation and/or treatment of osteoarthritis, improvement of the skin quality and prevention or restoration of age-related alterations of skin which comprises administering an effective amount of the composition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 19, 2004
    Date of Patent: February 18, 2014
    Assignee: Nestec S.A.
    Inventors: Didier Courtois, Stephane Michaux, Vincent Petiard, Andre Touche
  • Patent number: 8647682
    Abstract: A combination comprising buffered glycolic acid, urea, and white tea extract for treating keratosis pilaris is provided. The improved composition provides a significant and unexpected reduction of KP symptoms when applied topically to an affected area.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 2006
    Date of Patent: February 11, 2014
    Inventor: Audrey Kunin
  • Patent number: 8647681
    Abstract: The present invention provides a foodstuff comprising vitamin C, taurine, curcumin and aloe vera, it use in the control of skin disorders and methods for controlling skin disorders. The foodstuff of the invention assists in the management of a skin disorder such as inflammatory or allergic skin disorders. The foodstuff further assists in the management of secondary infections associated with the skin disorder. Use of the foodstuff may allow the reliance on conventional treatments for skin disorders to be reduced.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 31, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 11, 2014
    Assignee: Mars, Inc.
    Inventors: Peter John Markwell, Timothy Richard Fray
  • Patent number: 8623430
    Abstract: A cosmetic preservative is disclosed which comprises Lonerica sp. extract, a metal chelating agent and ethanol in amounts effective to inhibit microbial growth including bacteria, molds and yeast. The effectiveness may be enhanced by the addition of a phospholipid, ascorbic acid and ascorbic acid salts. Effectiveness against microbial growth is further improved by addition of a combination of 1,2-hexanediol, 1,2 octanediol and tropolone. Specific formulations are provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 2, 2009
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2014
    Assignee: Woodcliff Skincare Solutions, Inc.
    Inventors: Denise Debaun, Rose Hoyle, Shirley Weinstein
  • Patent number: 8623433
    Abstract: A novel safflower oil emulsion and method of preparation is disclosed. The safflower oil is 100% all natural, non-genetically modified organism (GMO), expeller pressed, solvent free, linoleic fatty acid rich oil wherein the linoleic fatty acid content is in a range from approximately 70% to approximately 80% of the total safflower oil that is mixed with a purified water and a mixture of at least one of an emulsifier, a flavoring, a natural sweetener, a natural coloring agent, and a gum. The mixture is blended to provide a stable emulsion that has the rich taste of a nutritious fruit smoothie that increases metabolism to support a healthy weight management program. The resulting dietary supplement is bioavailable and easily absorbed by the consumer of the emulsified safflower oil dietary supplement.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 19, 2011
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2014
    Assignee: InnoVitamin Organics, LLC
    Inventor: Robert Maru
  • Patent number: 8597695
    Abstract: A method and medicine for treating melanoma, BCC (basal cyr carcinoma) or psoriasis or other inflammatory skin disease, or a combination thereof, comprising applying or injecting to an infected skin area of a patient diagnosed with melanoma, BCC (basal cyr carcinoma) or psoriasis or other inflammatory skin disease, or a combination thereof, a treatment regimen that includes periodic doses of a molecular combination of emodin and digoxin and/or an herbal combination of Da Huang and Sheng Di Huang.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 2011
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2013
    Assignee: Sirbal Ltd.
    Inventor: Nadav Shraibom
  • Patent number: 8597698
    Abstract: The Present Invention teaches herbal formulations based on a non-aqueous extract of wrightia tinctoria and an extract of cocos nucifera, which, when applied topically and used as directed in therapeutically effective amounts, have been clinically proven to be safe and effective for people needing treatment for skin conditions such as reducing or regressing dermal tortuosity, reducing spongiform pustules, and reversing and regressing stratum granulosum in keratinization disorders. The formulations can take the form of an ointment, an oil, a soap, or a shampoo.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 13, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2013
    Assignee: APPTEC, Inc.
    Inventors: N. B. Baktha Reddy, Vilambi Nrk Reddy, Anil Torgalkar, Nachalur Rengagamy Murugan, Senthil Kumar
  • Patent number: 8580319
    Abstract: The present invention relates to topical compositions containing fermented extracts of Traditional Chinese Medicinal (TCM) ingredients for improving the appearance and skin condition of the user. The topical compositions of the present invention are tailored for different users of different skin compositions according to TCM principles. The fermented TCM extracts are characterized by reduced odor and/or color in comparison with unfermented TCM extracts and are therefore more suitable for use in cosmetic products.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 11, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 12, 2013
    Assignee: ELC Management, LLC
    Inventors: Jing Cheng, Chia-Wen Chen, Steven Francis Schnittger, Ming Lu
  • Patent number: 8574641
    Abstract: A non-toxic, highly effective composition for the elimination of lice and their eggs is provided. The composition contains natural products, namely plant oils, beside harmless cosmetic additives.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 21, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 5, 2013
    Assignee: Fischer Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
    Inventor: Josef Pesso
  • Patent number: 8574633
    Abstract: The invention is directed to the field of natural medicine, specifically to alkaloid extracts of Huperzia serrata (Thunb.) Trev. A Huperzia serrata (Thunb.) Trev. composition and the method for preparing it are provided. The Huperzia serrata (Thunb.) Trev. composition comprises Huperzine A and Huperzine B, wherein the total content of the said Huperzine A and Huperzine B is 50-99 wt % of total alkaloids and the weight ratio of the said Huperzine A and Huperzine B is 1:0.5-5. The Huperzia serrata (Thunb.) Trev. composition of the invention has good therapeutic effect and improved safety.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 25, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 5, 2013
    Inventors: Delong Xie, Jiajun Xie, Jun Wang, Xinsheng Huang
  • Patent number: 8557276
    Abstract: The hair gluing product of the invention is gel or crystallizing protective growth serum that dries down to form a film over your natural hair and scalp. The invention allows for application of hair bonding glue without damaging natural hair or scalp. It contains aloe extract, tea tree oil, chamomile extract. It is available in an assortment of colors. The purpose of the gel or serum is to protect client's natural hair/scalp from being damaged by the use of hair bonding glue, which is used for weaving styles. When hair bonding glue is applied directly to the natural hair and scalp it has a tendency to cause breakage and leads to damage hair the invention will cover the natural hair, which will allow the hair bonding glue to be applied directly to the shield that appears after the invention dries on the hair/scalp.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 28, 2011
    Date of Patent: October 15, 2013
    Inventor: Calvin Lee Garris
  • Patent number: 8541382
    Abstract: A method and medicine for treating leukemia or other cancer includes administering to a patient diagnosed with leukemia or other cancer a treatment regimen that includes periodic doses of a combination of emodin and digoxin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 1, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 24, 2013
    Assignee: Sirbal Ltd.
    Inventor: Nadav Shraibom
  • Patent number: 8524287
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for the prevention and treatment of postmenopausal syndrome containing the step of administering a pharmaceutically effective dose of the Aceriphyllum rossii or its fractions to a subject. The present inventors confirmed that the Aceriphyllum rossii extract or its fractions of the invention prepared by using water, alcohol or a mixed solvent thereof could promote the expression of the promoter containing estrogen responsive element (ERE) and accelerated the growth of MCF-7, the human breast tissue originated cell line, suggesting that they had estrogen activity. The inventors further confirmed that the extract or its fractions of the invention had the effect of promoting osteocyte differentiation, so that they could be effectively used for the prevention and treatment of postmenopausal syndrome such as hot flush, osteoporosis and phlebothrombosis caused by estrogen deficiency.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 2, 2010
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2013
    Assignee: Korea Institute of Science and Technology
    Inventors: Chu Won Nho, Na Ra Jeon, Kyung Su Kang, Saet Byoul Lee, Ji Hye Yoo, Suk Woo Kang, Byung Hun Um, Cheol-Ho Pan
  • Patent number: 8512772
    Abstract: A dietary supplement which is useful for human hair pigment augmentation is provided. The dietary supplement contains black beans, black seeds, walnuts and flaxseeds, which are arranged in substantially equal amounts. This human hair pigment augmentation is achieved naturally without the use of dyes, colorants, or the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 27, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 20, 2013
    Inventor: Asma Mirza