Patents by Inventor Nat Adkins
Nat Adkins 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).
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Publication number: 20250032428Abstract: Compositions and methods for cleansing the eyelid and treating an ocular condition with an ophthalmic composition consisting essentially of water, PEG-80 sorbitan laurate, methyl gluceth-20, PEG-120 methyl glucose dioleate, phytosphingosine HCl, decyl glucoside, 1,2-hexanediol, caprylyl glycol, disodium cocoamphodiacetate, panthenol, polyaminopropyl biguanide, sodium chloride, potassium chloride and calcium chloride.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 16, 2024Publication date: January 30, 2025Inventors: Nat Adkins, JR., Cynthia Barratt, Paramita Sarkar
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Publication number: 20240261361Abstract: An anti-allergenic product having: at least 0.01% w/w of a plant extract, wherein the plant extract is selected from the group consisting of Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, and mixtures thereof; an amphiphilic preservative, and a glycolipid. The eyelid cleansing composition is configured to relieve redness, discomfort and irritation in and around the eyelid.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 18, 2024Publication date: August 8, 2024Inventors: Nat Adkins, JR., Paramita Sarkar, Troy Smith
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Patent number: 11806415Abstract: An antimicrobial eyelid cleanser composition contains: (a) a hypohalous acid; (b) one or more surfactants having a HLB value of 5 to 18; and (c) an aqueous vehicle, the aqueous vehicle comprising: (i) one or more tonicity adjusters; (ii) one or more osmolality adjusters for adjusting an osmolality of the composition; and (iii) one or more pH adjusters for maintaining the pH of the composition at between about 4.5 to about 8.0. The composition can be dispensed in a foam, liquid, spray, mist, gel or lotion form. The composition can facilitate long term eyelid hygiene by removing excess oil, debris and desquamated skin and provide relief for inflammation of the eyes.Type: GrantFiled: August 13, 2021Date of Patent: November 7, 2023Assignee: OCuSOFT, Inc.Inventors: Nat Adkins, Jr., Cynthia Barratt, Thomas Mason, Paramita Sarkar
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Publication number: 20230078553Abstract: A composition for treating dry skin includes therapeutically active concentrations of one or more skin protecting lipids in an oleaginous base. The skin protecting lipids can include a sphingolipid and at least one oil. The composition is intended for application on the skin surrounding the eyes. The composition is configured to form a protective, occlusive layer that can moisturize the skin and reduce inflammation and itching without stinging, burning, or stripping the skin. According to an exemplary embodiment, the composition is formulated as a high viscosity ointment or gel.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 15, 2022Publication date: March 16, 2023Inventors: Nat Adkins, Troy Smith, Paramita Sarkar, Brandon Sands
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Patent number: 11260094Abstract: Embodiments of the invention are directed to compositions, kits and methods for minimizing unsightly post-procedural effects associated with an oculoplastic procedure. The composition can include escin, arnica and phytonadione in a pharmacologically acceptable carrier.Type: GrantFiled: June 6, 2018Date of Patent: March 1, 2022Assignee: OCuSOFT, Inc.Inventor: Nat Adkins, Jr.
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Publication number: 20210369574Abstract: An antimicrobial eyelid cleanser composition contains: (a) a hypohalous acid; (b) one or more surfactants having a HLB value of 5 to 18; and (c) an aqueous vehicle, the aqueous vehicle comprising: (i) one or more tonicity adjusters; (ii) one or more osmolality adjusters for adjusting an osmolality of the composition; and (iii) one or more pH adjusters for maintaining the pH of the composition at between about 4.5 to about 8.0. The composition can be dispensed in a foam, liquid, spray, mist, gel or lotion form. The composition can facilitate long term eyelid hygiene by removing excess oil, debris and desquamated skin and provide relief for inflammation of the eyes.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 13, 2021Publication date: December 2, 2021Inventors: Nat Adkins, JR., Cynthia Barratt, Thomas Mason, Paramita Sarkar
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Patent number: 11090236Abstract: An antimicrobial eyelid cleanser composition contains: (a) a hypohalous acid; (b) one or more surfactants having a HLB value of 5 to 18; and (c) an aqueous vehicle, the aqueous vehicle comprising: (i) one or more tonicity adjusters; (ii) one or more osmolality adjusters for adjusting an osmolality of the composition; and (iii) one or more pH adjusters for maintaining the pH of the composition at between about 4.5 to about 8.0. The composition can be dispensed in a foam, liquid, spray, mist, gel or lotion form. The composition can facilitate long term eyelid hygiene by removing excess oil, debris and desquamated skin and provide relief for inflammation of the eyes.Type: GrantFiled: May 1, 2019Date of Patent: August 17, 2021Assignee: OCUSOFT, INC.Inventors: Nat Adkins, Jr., Cynthia Barratt, Thomas Mason, Paramita Sarkar
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Publication number: 20210212939Abstract: An anti-allergenic product consists of: (A) a substrate; and (B) an eyelid cleansing composition comprising: at least 0.01% w/w of a plant extract, wherein the plant extract is selected from the group consisting of Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, and mixtures thereof; and phytosphingosine hydrochloride. The substrate can be pre-moistened with the composition. The eyelid cleansing composition is configured to relieve redness, discomfort and irritation in and around the eyelid.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 26, 2021Publication date: July 15, 2021Inventors: Nat Adkins, JR., Troy Smith, Paramita Sarkar
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Patent number: 10993922Abstract: Compositions and methods for treating skin redness. According to an embodiment, the invention is a topical skin care composition having a dermatologically acceptable vehicle, such as, water and a plurality of ingredients dissolved in the vehicle. The ingredients include: a blend of natural oils; a plurality of vitamins; and 0.1-1 wt % salicyloyl phytosphingosine. The composition is unsuitable for application on the eyelids or eye area. The blend of natural oils includes: Aloe barbadensis leaf juice extract; Cocos nucifera (coconut oil); hydrolyzed glycosaminoglycans; and caprylic/capric triglycerides. The plurality of vitamins is selected from a group consisting of vitamin C, vitamin E, salts/derivatives of vitamin C and vitamin E, and mixtures thereof. In one aspect, the plurality of vitamins includes: sodium ascorbyl phosphate; disodium lauriminodipropionate tocopheryl phosphate; and jojoba oil.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2020Date of Patent: May 4, 2021Assignee: OCUSOFT, INC.Inventors: Nat Adkins, Jr., Troy Smith
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Patent number: 10959940Abstract: An anti-allergenic composition comprising from about 0.01% to about 50% by weight of a polyphenol, from about 0.01% to about 50% by weight of a terpene compound, and from about 0.001% to about 10% by weight of a glycolipid. The polyphenol has a flavanol derivative. The terpene compound can be selected from the group consisting of a terpene, terpinene, a terpene derivative and combinations thereof. In an embodiment, the sphingolipid comprises about 0.2% phytosphingosine.Type: GrantFiled: July 11, 2019Date of Patent: March 30, 2021Assignee: OCuSOFT INC.Inventors: Nat Adkins, Jr., Troy Smith, Paramita Sarkar
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Publication number: 20200163909Abstract: Compositions and methods for treating skin redness. According to an embodiment, the invention is a topical skin care composition having a dermatologically acceptable vehicle, such as, water and a plurality of ingredients dissolved in the vehicle. The ingredients include: a blend of natural oils; a plurality of vitamins; and 0.1-1 wt % salicyloyl phytosphingosine. The composition is unsuitable for application on the eyelids or eye area. The blend of natural oils includes: Aloe barbadensis leaf juice extract; Cocos nucifera (coconut oil); hydrolyzed glycosaminoglycans; and caprylic/capric triglycerides. The plurality of vitamins is selected from a group consisting of vitamin C, vitamin E, salts/derivatives of vitamin C and vitamin E, and mixtures thereof. In one aspect, the plurality of vitamins includes: sodium ascorbyl phosphate; disodium lauriminodipropionate tocopheryl phosphate; and jojoba oil.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2020Publication date: May 28, 2020Inventors: Nat Adkins, Jr., Troy Smith
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Patent number: 10576048Abstract: Compositions and methods for treating skin redness. According to an embodiment, the invention is a topical skin care composition having a dermatologically acceptable vehicle, such as, water and a plurality of ingredients dissolved in the vehicle. The ingredients include: a blend of natural oils; a plurality of vitamins; and 0.1-1 wt % salicyloyl phytosphingosine. The composition is unsuitable for application on the eyelids or eye area. The blend of natural oils includes: aloe barbadensis leaf juice extract; cocos nucifera (coconut oil); hydrolyzed glycosaminoglycans; and caprylic/capric triglycerides. The plurality of vitamins is selected from a group consisting of vitamin C, vitamin E, salts/derivatives of vitamin C and vitamin E, and mixtures thereof. In one aspect, the plurality of vitamins includes: sodium ascorbyl phosphate; disodium lauriminodipropionate tocopheryl phosphate; and jojoba oil.Type: GrantFiled: March 7, 2019Date of Patent: March 3, 2020Assignee: OCuSOFT, Inc.Inventors: Nat Adkins, Jr., Troy Smith
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Publication number: 20200016071Abstract: An anti-allergenic composition comprising from about 0.01% to about 50% by weight of a polyphenol, from about 0.01% to about 50% by weight of a terpene compound, and from about 0.001% to about 10% by weight of a glycolipid. The polyphenol has a flavanol derivative. The terpene compound can be selected from the group consisting of a terpene, terpinene, a terpene derivative and combinations thereof. In an embodiment, the sphingolipid comprises about 0.2% phytosphingosine.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 11, 2019Publication date: January 16, 2020Inventors: Nat Adkins, JR., Troy Smith, Paramita Sarkar
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Publication number: 20190336415Abstract: An antimicrobial eyelid cleanser composition contains: (a) a hypohalous acid; (b) one or more surfactants having a HLB value of 5 to 18; and (c) an aqueous vehicle, the aqueous vehicle comprising: (i) one or more tonicity adjusters; (ii) one or more osmolality adjusters for adjusting an osmolality of the composition; and (iii) one or more pH adjusters for maintaining the pH of the composition at between about 4.5 to about 8.0. The composition can be dispensed in a foam, liquid, spray, mist, gel or lotion form. The composition can facilitate long term eyelid hygiene by removing excess oil, debris and desquamated skin and provide relief for inflammation of the eyes.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 1, 2019Publication date: November 7, 2019Inventors: Nat Adkins, JR., Cynthia Barratt, Thomas Mason, Paramita Sarkar
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Publication number: 20190274977Abstract: Compositions and methods for treating skin redness. According to an embodiment, the invention is a topical skin care composition having a dermatologically acceptable vehicle, such as, water and a plurality of ingredients dissolved in the vehicle. The ingredients include: a blend of natural oils; a plurality of vitamins; and 0.1-1 wt % salicyloyl phytosphingosine. The composition is unsuitable for application on the eyelids or eye area. The blend of natural oils includes: aloe barbadensis leaf juice extract; cocos nucifera (coconut oil); hydrolyzed glycosaminoglycans; and caprylic/capric triglycerides. The plurality of vitamins is selected from a group consisting of vitamin C, vitamin E, salts/derivatives of vitamin C and vitamin E, and mixtures thereof. In one aspect, the plurality of vitamins includes: sodium ascorbyl phosphate; disodium lauriminodipropionate tocopheryl phosphate; and jojoba oil.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 7, 2019Publication date: September 12, 2019Inventors: Nat Adkins, JR., Troy Smith
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Publication number: 20180353417Abstract: A convenient all-in-one kit for cleansing the eyelids and treating bacterial blepharitis contains one or more fabric pads pre-moistened with a therapeutically effective amount of a hypochlorous acid-based composition. The kit can further include an eyelid cleanser composition as a kit component. The eyelid cleanser composition can be selected from a group consisting of a solution, a foam, a gel, a spray, a lotion, a suspension, an emulsion, an ointment and combinations thereof. The kit can further include one or more fabric pads or wipes impregnated/pre-moistened with the eyelid cleanser composition.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 22, 2018Publication date: December 13, 2018Inventors: Nat Adkins, JR., Troy Smith
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Publication number: 20180280460Abstract: Embodiments of the invention are directed to compositions, kits and methods for minimizing unsightly post-procedural effects associated with an oculoplastic procedure. The composition can include escin, arnica and phytonadione in a pharmacologically acceptable carrier.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 6, 2018Publication date: October 4, 2018Inventor: Nat Adkins, JR.
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Patent number: 10085930Abstract: An ophthalmic composition comprising: (a) a mixture of antimicrobial agents that substantially eliminates at least seven bacterial strains, wherein the mixture includes polyaminopropyl biguanide, a 1,2-glycol, and a sphingoid lipid; (b) a blended surfactant solution that maintains the first ophthalmic composition at a pH between 5.5 and 7.5, wherein the blended surfactant solution has a foaming ability; (c) a foam stabilizer; and (d) a moisturizer.Type: GrantFiled: December 4, 2017Date of Patent: October 2, 2018Assignee: OCuSOFT, Inc.Inventors: Nat Adkins, Jr., Cynthia Barratt
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Patent number: 10085929Abstract: A method for treating an ocular condition involves cleansing an eyelid with a first ophthalmic composition, wherein the first ophthalmic composition consists essentially of water, PEG-80 sorbitan laurate, methyl gluceth-20, PEG-120 methyl glucose dioleate, salicyloyl phytosphingosine, decyl glucoside, 1,2 hexanediol, caprylyl glycol, disodium cocoamphodiacetate, panthenol, polyaminopropyl biguanide, sodium chloride, potassium chloride and calcium chloride followed by applying a therapeutically effective amount of a second ophthalmic composition to a margin of the eyelid, wherein the second ophthalmic composition consists essentially of water and hypochlorous acid.Type: GrantFiled: November 20, 2017Date of Patent: October 2, 2018Assignee: OCuSOFT, Inc.Inventors: Nat Adkins, Jr., Cynthia Barratt
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Patent number: 9999642Abstract: Embodiments of the invention are directed to compositions, kits and methods for minimizing unsightly post-procedural effects associated with an oculoplastic procedure. The composition can include escin, arnica and phytonadione in a pharmacologically acceptable carrier.Type: GrantFiled: June 24, 2015Date of Patent: June 19, 2018Assignee: OCuSOFT, Inc.Inventor: Nat Adkins, Jr.