Patents by Inventor John J. Parran, Jr.

John J. Parran, Jr. has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Topical compositions for regulating the oily/shiny appearance of skin
    Patent number: 6150403
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods for inhibiting sebaceous gland activity in mammalian skin comprising administration of a topical composition comprising dehydroacetic acid or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, and a dermatologically-acceptable carrier. The present invention also relates to methods and topical compositions further comprising agents which regulate the oily and/or shiny appearance of skin, and agents which treat acne and related skin disorders in mammalian skin and scalp. Methods of reducing sebum synthesis with the use of dehydroacetic acid, methods of regulating the oily and/or shiny appearance of skin, and methods of treating acne and other skin disorders are also encompassed by the present invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 8, 1998
    Date of Patent: November 21, 2000
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Kimberly A. Biedermann, Harry L. Schubert, John J. Parran, Jr.
  • Anticalculus compositions using tartrate-succinates
    Patent number: 5015466
    Abstract: Tartrate monosuccinate and tartrate disuccinate compounds of the formulas HO(CHCOOX)CH(COOX)OCH(COOX)CH.sub.2 COOX and CH.sub.2 (COOX)CH-(COOX)O(CH[COOX]).sub.2 OCH(COOX)CH.sub.2 COOX are used to provide anticalculus benefits on teeth. Oral care composition such as dentifrices, mouthwashes, and the like, are provided. Use of the tartrate-succinates in combination with other oral care ingredients such as fluoride, pyrophosphate and antibactrials is also described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 26, 1990
    Date of Patent: May 14, 1991
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: John J. Parran, Jr., Margaret M. Coyle-Rees, John T. Rotruck, Richard J. Sunberg
  • Oral compositions
    Patent number: 4999184
    Abstract: Disclosed are oral compositions containing particular pyrophosphate salts which provide an anticalculus benefit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 4, 1989
    Date of Patent: March 12, 1991
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: John J. Parran, Jr., Nabil Y. Sakkab
  • Anticalculus compositions using pyrophosphate salt
    Patent number: 4885155
    Abstract: Disclosed are oral compositions containing particular pyrophosphate salts which provide an anticalculus benefit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 8, 1989
    Date of Patent: December 5, 1989
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: John J. Parran, Jr., Nabil Y. Sakkab
  • Oral compositions
    Patent number: 4806339
    Abstract: Disclosed are oral compositions containing particular pyrophosphate salts which provide an anticalculus benefit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 9, 1987
    Date of Patent: February 21, 1989
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: John J. Parran, Jr., Nabil Y. Sakkab
  • Oral compositions
    Patent number: 4772461
    Abstract: Disclosed are oral compositions containing particular pyrophosphate salts which provide an anticalculus benefit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 9, 1987
    Date of Patent: September 20, 1988
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: John J. Parran, Jr., Nabil Y. Sakkab
  • Oral compositions
    Patent number: 4684518
    Abstract: Disclosed are oral compositions containing particular pyrophosphate salts which provide an anticalculus benefit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 1986
    Date of Patent: August 4, 1987
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: John J. Parran, Jr., Nabil Y. Sakkab
  • Oral compositions
    Patent number: 4590066
    Abstract: Disclosed are oral compositions containing particular pyrophosphate salts which provide an anticalculus benefit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 19, 1985
    Date of Patent: May 20, 1986
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: John J. Parran, Jr., Nabil Y. Sakkab
  • Oral compositions
    Patent number: 4515772
    Abstract: Disclosed are oral compositions containing particular pyrophosphate salts which provide an anticalculus benefit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 19, 1984
    Date of Patent: May 7, 1985
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: John J. Parran, Jr., Nabil Y. Sakkab
  • Mouthwash compositions
    Patent number: 4323551
    Abstract: Mouthwash compositions exhibiting plaque control while also having reduced staining tendencies comprising a quaternary ammonium compound, a pyrophosphate salt and having a pH within the range of 7.0 to 9.5, said compositions being adjusted to that range with an acid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 19, 1981
    Date of Patent: April 6, 1982
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventor: John J. Parran, Jr.