Abstract: A process for preparing a sunscreen composition is provided which includes the steps of (i) dissolving an ultraviolet radiation absorbing sunscreen in an oil phase; (ii) neutralizing stearic acid in a water phase; and (iii) homogenising the dissolved sunscreen with the neutralised stearic acid in a cosmetically acceptable vehicle.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
October 22, 1999
Date of Patent:
October 30, 2001
Assignee:
Unilever Home & Personal Care USA, division of Conopco,
Inc.