Abstract: The present invention is directed to depilatory compositions comprising a depilatory active, alkali metal hydroxide and an aminoalkylpropanol. The compositions have a pH in the range of from 10 to 12.5. The depilatory active preferably contains a thiol group, the alkali metal hydroxide preferably comprises potassium hydroxide and the aminoalkylpropanol preferably comprises aminomethylpropanol. The composition is preferably a gel, mousse, foam, cream, lotion or peelable film, especially a translucent or transparent gel. The depilatory compositions provide effective hair removal yet are well tolerated by the skin and allow for acceptable application times of the composition. The present invention further provides a depilatory composition comprising urea, a carbomer, and a gum; these compositions may or may not comprise aminoalkylpropanol.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to depilatory compositions comprising a depilatory active, alkali metal hydroxide and an aminoalkylpropanol. The compositions have a pH in the range of from 10 to 12.5. The depilatory active preferably contains a thiol group, the alkali metal hydroxide preferably comprises potassium hydroxide and the aminoalkylpropanol preferably comprises aminomethylpropanol. The composition is preferably a gel, mousse, foam, cream, lotion or peelable film, especially a translucent or transparent gel. The depilatory compositions provide effective hair removal yet are well tolerated by the skin and allow for acceptable application times of the composition. The present invention further provides a depilatory composition comprising urea, a carbomer, and a gum; these compositions may or may not comprise aminoalkylpropanol.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to depilatory compositions comprising a depilatory active, alkali metal hydroxide and an aminoalkylpropanol. The compositions have a pH in the range of from 10 to 12.5. The depilatory active preferably contains a thiol group, the alkali metal hydroxide preferably comprises potassium hydroxide and the aminoalkylpropanol preferably comprises aminomethylpropanol. The composition is preferably a gel, mousse, foam, cream, lotion or peelable film, especially a translucent or transparent gel. The depilatory compositions provide effective hair removal yet are well tolerated by the skin and allow for acceptable application times of the composition. The present invention further provides a depilatory composition comprising urea, a carbomer, and a gum; these compositions may or may not comprise aminoalkylpropanol.

Abstract: An alkyl sulphate or sulphonate having a carbon chain length of 11 or greater, for use in the treatment of a condition which is caused by, transmitted by and/or exacerbated by propionibacterial activity, in particular acne.

Abstract: Antibacterial formulation containing (a) a dialkyl sulphosuccinate (DAS) or derivative thereof and (b) a carbanilide antibacterial agent such as triclocarban (TCC). The formulation may be for use in the treatment of a bacterial condition, in particular acne, body odour or a condition affecting the oral cavity. It may contain, in addition to the DAS and the carbanilide, (i) a poly-oxyalkylene-based solubilising agent; (ii) an organic solvent; (iii) a thickening agent; and (iv) water.

Abstract: Use of a compound of formula (III) below: wherein each of R1 and R2 is independently selected from methyl and ethyl and R3 is hydrogen, or a derivative thereof, as an antibacterial agent. The compound (III) or derivative may be used for pharmaceutical purposes, in particular for the treatment of acne, staphylococcal infections or body odour, or for non-pharmaceutical purposes such as for the disinfection of inanimate surfaces.

Abstract: An antimicrobial formulation containing a quinone, such as a benzoquinone or hydroquinone, and a copper salt. The formulation may in particular be used against staphylococci or propionibacteria, more particularly to treat skin and skin structure conditions such as acne.

Abstract: A benzoquinone or hydroquinone for use in the topical treatment of a condition which is caused, exacerbated or transmitted by bacterial, in particular staphylococcal or propionibacterial, activity. The condition may be a skin or skin structure condition such as acne. The invention also provides the use of a benzo- or hydroquinone in the manufacture of a medicament for the treatment of such a condition.

Abstract: An antimicrobial formulation containing (a) a peroxide selected from the group consisting of diacyl peroxides, alkyl hydroperoxides and metal peroxides and (b) a benzoquinone or hydroquinone. The formulation may in particular be used against staphylococci or propionibacteria, more particularly to treat skin and skin structure conditions such as acne.