Abstract: A pill assembly configured to receive the correct selection of medications in the correct dosages for a particular patient. The pill assembly comprises containers wherein at least one of the containers is configured to receive a plurality of different pills. The containers are adjacent to one another. The pill assembly also comprises a plurality of lids. Each of the lids is configured to seal a corresponding container. The containers have a top surface with a flange that is configured to receive the corresponding lid. Each lid has a surface that is configured to receive a printable indicia with patient specific information. The pill assembly may also comprise a sleeve that is configured to slidably interface with the containers.

Abstract: The present invention is directed toward a food storage container comprising a body with a mechanism for denoting a time in which a food item was placed in the storage container for storage. In one embodiment, the time designation mechanism comprises a plurality of rings where each ring comprises at least one marker. Time is denoted by aligning the marker with a label located proximate to said ring.

Abstract: A handsfree bottle support harness for supporting a bottle. The handsfree bottle support harness includes a base having a first end and second end, a top surface and bottom surface, wherein the top surface contains a channel tapering from the first end to the second end. The channel is configured to hold the mouth of a bottle facing the second end of the base. The bottle is held in place by a strap having a first end connected to the first end of the base and a second end removably secured to the second end of the base. The base contains a belt within a compartment therein having a pair of distal ends configured to removably secure to one another. In another embodiment, an attachable component is removably securable to the base to allow for the height adjustment of the bottle position.

Abstract: An oral examination device including a lip shield, a nipple, and a camera. The lip shield defines a front side and back side. The nipple extends from the front side of lip shield. The nipple defines an interior cavity with an opening to the interior cavity provided from the rear of the lip shield. The camera is positioned in the interior cavity of the nipple.

Abstract: The present invention provides a dentinal tubule occlusion material excellent in terms of initial degree of dentinal tubule occlusion, resistance of dentinal tubule occlusion to acids, handling properties, and storage stability. The present invention relates to an one-pack type dentinal tubule occlusion material comprising fluorapatite particles (A) having an average particle diameter of 0.6 to 10 ?m, inorganic particles (B) having an average particle diameter of 0.6 to 10 ?m and reactive with water to form apatite, and a non-aqueous dispersant (C).

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods for mineralizing a dental surface or subsurface including providing a composition including stabilized ACP and a source of fluoride ions.

Abstract: The present application is directed to a dental material and a method of using the dental material. The dental material can include a hardenable resin; an initiator system; a filler; and from about 1 wt % to about 20 wt % zinc compound, based on the weight of the hardenable resin.

Abstract: Aspects of the invention include sunscreen formulations that include uniform, rigid, spherical nanoporous calcium phosphate particles. Also provided are methods of making the sunscreen formulations. The sunscreen formulations find use in sunblocking applications.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of preparing a functional biocellulose membrane, including immersing a biocellulose membrane in a functional solution and elevating a temperature of the functional solution to 35° C. or higher for a period of time. The present invention also provides a functional biocellulose mask produced according to the method. The functional biocellulose mask is filled uniformly with functional ingredients and achieves outstanding skin care effects.

Abstract: The present invention provides a composition for coating having high ultraviolet ray protection ability for a coating material, and properties required for a coating material such as texture, appearance, designability and weather resistance. The composition is a silicon oxide-coated iron oxide composition for coating comprising iron oxide particles, a primary particle diameter of which is 1 nm or more and 50 nm or less, wherein at least a part of the surface of said iron oxide particles is coated with silicon oxide, and wherein said composition comprises an iron oxide particle dispersion having the average molar absorption coefficient of 1500 L/(mol·cm) or more for the light of the wavelengths from 190 nm to 380 nm in a state that said coated iron oxide particles are dispersed in a dispersion medium. It is preferable that the transmittance of said iron oxide particle containing dispersion for the light of the wavelengths from 200 nm to 420 nm is 2.

Abstract: The object is providing a water-in-oil emulsion sunscreen cosmetic having a property not present in the prior art, in which UV protection ability improve upon contact with water, sweat and the like in comparison with that directly after application, and also having pleasant texture and easy to wash off. The present invention provides a water-in-oil emulsion sunscreen cosmetic comprising (A) 6 to 40 mass % of a UV protective agent; (B) an organic-modified clay mineral; (C) an oil-phase-thickening agent, other than (B) and (D) a silicone-based surfactant having an HLB of less than 8, wherein the ratio, [total quantity of component (B) and component (C)]/[total quantity of (E) non-volatile liquid oils except silicone oils], is 0.04 or more and less than 0.68.

Abstract: Perfume composition provided in the form of a plurality of dispersed perfume-containing droplets, suspended in an aqueous dispersing medium, said perfume droplets being mono-dispersed and having a diameter of 200 micrometres to 4000 micrometres, wherein said droplets comprise more than 60 wt %, of perfume ingredients, and wherein 25 wt or less of said perfume ingredients are linear or branched alkyl alcohols and/or alkenyl alcohols; 10 wt % or less of the perfume ingredients are aldehydes; and 10 wt % or less of the perfume ingredients have a ClogP less than 2.1.

Abstract: Cosmetic composition for lightening the color of keratinic fibers, including at least two separately packaged formulations (A) and (B) which are mixed immediately prior to application to give an application mixture, wherein the formulation (A), based on its total weight, contains from about 10% to about 99% by weight of peroxodisulfate(s), and the formulation (B) is a free-flowing composition comprising water and at least one oxidizing agent, characterized in that the formulation (A) has been packaged in a water-soluble film including, based on its total weight, at least about 60% by weight of a polymer mixture having a multimodal molecular weight distribution, feature above-average application properties.

Abstract: Hydrogel particles are provided that include a crosslinked polymer and a drug conjugated to the crosslinked polymer. The hydrogel particles may include a pH sensitive moiety and a redox sensitive moiety. The hydrogel particles also may be dispersed in a host hydrogel. Kits and methods of drug delivery and treatment also are provided.

Abstract: A topical skin product having a retention property is provided. The topical skin product comprises a retention ingredient. A suitable retention ingredient is an oxazoline homopolymer or an extended or a modified polymer based on an oxazoline homopolymer. The topical skin product may be a hand sanitizer having a gel-based hand sanitization formulation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition for keratin fibers comprising: (a) at least one non-neutralized anionic surfactant; (b) at least one non-ionic surfactant; (c) at least one fatty alcohol; and (d) at least one alkaline agent, wherein the composition does not comprise more than 2% by weight of a phosphoric surfactant. The present invention can provide the composition for keratin fibers which can suppress its ammonium odor and have improved stability.

Abstract: A process for manufacture of an antiperspirant composition comprising the reaction of an aqueous solution of aluminium sesquichlorohydrate, water soluble calcium salt and amino acid, at a total anhydrous solids content of from 33 to 60% by weight and at a temperature of at least 65° C., for a period of from 1 to 24 hours, wherein the molar ratio of water soluble calcium salt to aluminium sesquichlorohydrate is at least 1:40 and the molar ratio of amino acid to aluminium sesquichlorohydrate is at least 1:20, the mixture then being cooled to less than 25° C. and diluted with at least an equal weight of water or to a total anhydrous solids content of less than 31% by weight, the dilution phase being performed within 10 days of cooling phase.

Abstract: An antiperspirant composition having less than 2% free water and comprising a first salt that is M(i)AI(SO4)2 or Al2(SO4)3 and a second salt that is CaX2, wherein X is CI?, Br?, I?, NO3? or mixture thereof, wherein the first salt and the second salt are formulated or contained in a manner that prevents physical interaction between these two components prior to their application and wherein the product also comprises a third salt which is an inorganic base selected from metal hydroxide or carbonate or metal oxide having a water solubility of at least 0.01 g/dm3 at 20° C.

Abstract: A deodorizing cosmetic agent in the form of a suspension and related methods of use. The deodorizing cosmetic agent includes 1.0 to 35 wt % at least one hectorite, 55 to 95 wt % at least one oil, less than 3.0 wt % water. The deodorizing cosmetic agent does not include any aluminum-containing compounds.

Abstract: The present invention provides an oral care composition comprising: (a) a first composition comprising a silica abrasive and a first zinc compound selected from zinc citrate, zinc chloride, zinc acetate, zinc lactate, zinc salicylate, zinc sulfate, and zinc nitrate; and (b) a second composition comprising a calcium carbonate abrasive; wherein the first composition and/or the second composition further comprises a second zinc compound selected from zinc oxide, zinc carbonate and zinc tartrate; and wherein the oral care composition optionally further comprises from 0.1 to 1.75 weight % of a tartar control agent, based on the total weight of the oral care composition.

Abstract: The invention provides a zinc-lysine complex having the formula [Zn(C6H14N2O2)2Cl]+Cl? having antibacterial and antiperspirant properties, together with personal care compositions comprising the complex, and methods of making and using these complexes and compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for dyeing keratin fibres, in particular human keratin fibres such as the hair, in which said fibres are treated using one or more cosmetic compositions comprising a) one or more dyes chosen from synthetic direct dyes and dyes of natural origin, b) one or more titanium salts and b1) optionally one or more particular carboxylic acids, c) one or more cellulose-based polysaccharides, d) optionally one or more organic compounds that are liquid at 25° C., with a Hansen solubility parameter value ?H<16 (MPa)1/2 at 25° C., e) optionally one or more chemical oxidizing agents such as hydrogen peroxide or one or more hydrogen peroxide-generating systems.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for dental cutting including the steps of providing a dental unit water line irrigation system, the dental unit water line irrigation system including a container surrounding a solution chamber; providing a lubricant for use in the dental unit water line irrigation system, the lubricant defining a composition including 10 to 25% by weight of ethanol; 5 to 25% by weight of glycerol; 10 to 25% by weight of xylitol; 0.5 to 5% by weight of a nonionic surfactant and emulsifying agent; 0.15 to 0.5% by weight of a plurality of flavoring agents; and 45 to 60% by weight of water; and selectively operating the water line irrigation system to express the lubricant onto a dental cutting site.

Abstract: Disclosed are petrolatum-like compositions that include metathesized unsaturated polyol esters. Also disclosed are emulsions that include metathesized unsaturated polyol esters. The petrolatum-like compositions may be used as substitutes for petroleum-based petrolatum. The emulsions may be water-in-oil or oil-in-water emulsions and may be suitable for a variety of end uses.

Abstract: A personal care composition comprising: at least a first phase and a second phase wherein said first phase comprises a) an aqueous structured surfactant phase comprising STnS where n is between about 0 and about 2.5; b); c) a structuring system comprising i. optionally, a non-ionic emulsifier; ii. optionally, from about 0.05% to about 5%, by weight of said personal care composition, of an associative polymer; iii. an electrolyte; and said second phase comprises a) a benefit phase comprising from 1% to about 50%, by weight of said personal care composition, of a hydrophobic benefit agent.

Abstract: Traction alopecia and other disorders related to mechanical pulling on hair are treated or prevented by administering a topical composition comprising an alpha-1 adrenergic receptor agonist or another compound or electrical stimulation to contract the arrector pili muscle.

Abstract: An aqueous, deodorizing cosmetic agent which contains: at least one quaternary ammonium compound and triethyl citrate, wherein the deodorizing cosmetic agent contains no aluminum-containing compounds, use thereof, and method using such an agent.

Abstract: A deodorizing cosmetic agent in the form of an aqueous emulsion, including: at least one quaternary ammonium compound, and at least one menthol ester, wherein the deodorizing cosmetic agent does not include any aluminum-containing compounds; use thereof, and methods using said agent.

Abstract: A deodorizing cosmetic agent in the form of an aqueous emulsion which includes: at least one quaternary ammonium compound and ethylhexyl glycerol, wherein the deodorizing cosmetic agent does not include any aluminum-containing compounds, use and methods associated therewith, using such an agent.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions which comprise salt of acyl glutamate as primary surfactant or primary anionic surfactant and which compositions are clear, low pH isotropic composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions comprising salt of acyl glutamate as primary surfactant or primary anionic surfactant and which further comprise specific preservative systems.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions comprising salt of acyl glutamate as primary surfactant or primary anionic surfactant and specific structurant polymers.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic composition comprising: one or more linear ?-olefin sulfonates, one or more anionic surfactants present in the composition in an amount ranging from 1% to 20% by weight; and one or more additional surfactants chosen from amphoteric surfactants and nonionic surfactants, the weight ratio of the amount of linear ?-olefin sulfonates to the amount of anionic surfactants being greater than or equal to 1. The invention also relates to a cosmetic treatment process using said composition, especially a process for caring for and/or cleansing keratin materials.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for dyeing keratin fibres, in particular human keratin fibres such as the hair, in which said fibres are treated using one or more cosmetic compositions comprising a) one or more dye(s), b) one or more titanium salts and optionally b1) at least one carboxylic acid, and c) one or more insoluble silicates and d) optionally one or more chemical oxidizing agents such as hydrogen peroxide or one or more hydrogen peroxide-generating systems.

Abstract: A method for screening compounds and compositions that reduce cetyl pyridinium chloride activation of TRPA1 receptor or TRPV1 receptor.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of treating a tooth surface to provide smooth tooth feel benefits, comprising the steps: (a) contacting the tooth surface with a first composition comprising a water-insoluble calcium phosphate; and thereafter (b) contacting the tooth surface with a second composition comprising an organophosphate.

Abstract: The purpose of the present invention to solve the problem is to provide a hair cleansing composition that can provide the feeling in use and a stable appearance. The hair cleansing composition comprises: 14 to 35% by mass of a sugar and/or a sugar alcohol; 5 to 20% by mass of an anionic surfactant, 50% or more of the anionic surfactant being an N-acyl-N-methyl taurate and/or an N-acyl-glutamate; 5 to 20% by mass of an alkamidopropyl betaine and/or an alkyl betaine; 0.05 to 1% by mass of a cationic polymer; and 0.01 to 1.5% by mass of an inorganic salt; wherein the hair cleansing composition has a viscosity of 800 to 20000 mPa·s.

Abstract: The invention provides a method for improving the volume of hair which comprises the following steps: (i) treating the hair by topical application of a composition comprising from 1 to 25 wt % of one or more glucosamine salts; (ii) shaping the treated hair; (iii) allowing the composition to remain in contact with the shaped hair before drying. Advantageously the method of the invention does not require the breakage of the hair disulfide bonds, does not require the use of high temperature heated implements such as straightening irons, and can be accomplished by a consumer without intervention of a professional hairdresser.

Abstract: The invention provides a hair shaping composition suitable for topical application to hair, the composition comprising from 1 to 25 wt % monoglucosamine adipate, dissolved or dispersed in an aqueous carrier. The invention also provides a method for improving hair volume-down which comprises the following steps: (i) treating the hair by topical application of the hair shaping composition as defined above; (ii) shaping the treated hair; (iii) allowing the composition to remain in contact with the shaped hair before drying. Advantageously the method of the invention does not require the breakage of the hair disulfide bonds, does not require the use of high temperature heated implements such as straightening irons, and can be accomplished by a consumer without intervention of a professional hairdresser.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are oral care compositions comprising a high water content, sorbitol, and a thickening system chosen from carrageenan and a combination of carboxymethylcellulose and xanthan. The oral care compositions may be free of glycerin and free of water-soluble stannous ions, while maintaining a Micro Robustness Index of at least about 0.75. Also disclosed herein are methods of cleaning and/or whitening the surface of a tooth comprising applying the oral care compositions disclosed herein.

Abstract: Methods for producing cellulose articles having controlled release of active ingredient include dispersing pulp in aqueous direct solvent for cellulose to form a slurry. Organically modified or ion-exchange-activated phyllosilicate is homogenized in a direct solvent for cellulose with exfoliation by shearing, then mixed with the slurried pulp. A mixture of active ingredient and a lipophilic matrix material or a water-in-oil (“W/O”) emulsion containing active ingredient is stabilized with thickener, converted into a gel-like paste, and mixed with the slurried pulp. Water is stripped from the mixture until all cellulose is dissolved, the mixture is formed into shaped articles, and dried. Exemplary active ingredients include cosmetic active ingredients, fat-soluble vitamins or apolar plant extracts. Domains of active ingredient and matrix material or emulsion containing active ingredient are present as fine divisions within the inventive articles.

Abstract: Provided is a composition comprising, in an aqueous phase at least one anionic surfactant, at least one amphoteric and/or zwitterionic surfactant, at least one alkyl(poly)glycoside nonionic surfactant, at least on polymer chosen from cationic polymers of cationic cellulose, cationic alkyldiallylamine or dialkyldiallylammonium cyclopolymer, amphoteric polymers which comprising one or more units derived from a monomer of (meth)acrylate or (meth)acrylamide type, a monomer of (meth)acrylamidoalkyltrialkylammonium type, or a monomer of (meth)acrylic type, or a mixture thereof, and at least on fatty acid ester of glycerol and/or of polyglycerol.

Abstract: A peelable nail coating spray comprises at least one film-forming polymer, at least one copolymer, at least one thinner, at least one keratinous nourishing ingredient, and a pressurized container to store the peelable nail coating spray. A method of applying a peelable nail coating spray providing a peelable nail coating spray comprising a at least one film-forming polymer, at least one copolymer, at least one thinner, at least one keratinous nourishing ingredient, and a pressurized container to store the peelable nail coating spray, releasing the peelable nail coating spray from the pressurized container, applying the peelable nail coating spray on a nail surface to form a layer, and peeling off and/or washing off the layer and optionally the second layer from skin or cuticles surrounding the nail surface after the layer is dry.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are coating compositions that may include at least one urethane (meth)acrylate oligomer having a molecular weight between about 2,000 g/mol and about 50,000 g/mol and at least one cycloaliphatic (meth)acrylate. The coating compositions may also optionally include at least one photo-initiator, adhesion promoter, pigment, dye and/or plasticizer. The coating compositions may be hardened, after application, by curing by exposure to radiant energy, by exposure to electron beam radiation, by exposure to heat, by exposure to chemicals and combinations thereof. Upon hardening, the coating composition typically has two phases, a soft phase which has a Tg between ?50° C. and 0° C. and a hard phase which has a Tg between 60° C. and 120° C. Methods of using the coating compositions are also described.

Abstract: Disclosed is a composition comprising, in an aqueous phase: a) at least one ether of formula (I): R—O—R? in which R and R?, which may be identical or different, denotes a linear or branched C6-C25 alkyl or alkenyl radical, R and R? being chosen such that the ether is liquid at a temperature of less than or equal to 30° C.; b) at least one surfactant chosen from anionic surfactant, amphoteric or zwitterionic surfactant, or a mixture thereof; c) at least one cationic alkyldiallylamine or dialkyldiallylammonium cyclopolymer; and d) soybean oil.

Abstract: This invention is a natural deodorant composition that exploits the benefits of Dead Sea salt by adding it to a base of organic aloe vera juice, organic coconut oil, sweet almond oil, olive oil, NF emulsified wax (vegetable based), potato starch, and apple cider vinegar. It also includes several 100% pure essential oils, and preservatives.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition for slowing cellular ageing which comprises at least: S-Adenosyl-methionine; an extract of at least one adaptogenic plant selected among plants belonging to the Astragalus, Dioscorea, Schisandra, Panax, Eleuterococcus, Rosmarinus, Pfaffia, Morinda, Cordyceps or Lepidium genera; a vitamin selected among the B vitamins, vitamin C, or a mixture thereof; except for compositions comprising 7-keto-DHEA and an extract of one or more adaptogenic plants belonging to the Dioscorea or Lepidium genera. A liquid or solid food supplement can be characterised in that it comprises the composition. A dermatologically acceptable composition can be characterised in that it comprises at least 10 wt % of the composition.

Abstract: A composition that achieves sustained oral drug release is provided. The composition includes liposomes, micelles, or polymeric particles, for example, having a hydrophobic core and an amphipathic corona, wherein the core contains a therapeutic, diagnostic, nutraceutical, cosmeceutical or prophylactic agent to be released, and the corona has targeting ligands immobilized to it. In a preferred embodiment the targeting ligands are bisphosphonate molecules, which enable binding to hydroxyapatite present on teeth. The incorporation of short polyethylene glycol (PEG) chains prevents chain entanglement and ionic interactions, minimizes mucus adhesion, increases particle diffusion rates in mucus, and increases the overall stability of particles in saliva. In a preferred embodiment the agent incorporated is a dental bleaching agent and the ligands selectively bind hydroxyapatite.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are antifungal compositions for treatment of skin and nails, as well as methods of making and using the same.

Abstract: The present disclosure is drawn to a method of treating a patient in need of treatment, comprising identifying a patient in need of treatment for stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, myocardial infarction, shock, organ ischemia, ventricular arrhythmias, ischemic injury, or hypoxia/ischemia; administering a bolus of glyburide to the patient; and administering a continuous infusion of glyburide to the patient at from about 15 ?g/hr and about 300 ?g/hr, wherein the continuous infusion glyburide is administered for a period of time more than about 20 hours.