Patents by Inventor Ruth E. Higgs

Ruth E. Higgs 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).

  • Cosmetic lip product with sour flavor
    Publication number: 20030161851
    Abstract: Methods for making a sour tasting cosmetic lip product containing one or more acids dissolved in a base composition, and the products formed thereby, are disclosed. The products possess a pleasing sour taste while not producing irritation or burning on the lips or mouth. Ingredients such as sunblocks, moisturizers and vitamins may be added to the compositions depending on the properties desired in the final product. The compositions according to the present invention comprise from about 2% to about 25% by weight acid and are preferably anhydrous.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 6, 2003
    Publication date: August 28, 2003
    Applicant: Bonne Bell, Inc.
    Inventors: Paul J. Breha, Ruth E. Higgs