Abstract: A cosmetic composition having improved transfer resistance comprising: a) from about 0.1–60% by weight of trimethylated silica, b) from about 0.1–60% by weight of a volatile solvent having a viscosity of 0.5 to 100 centipoise at 25° C., c) 0.1–60% by weight of a nonvolatile oil having a viscosity of 200 to 1,000,000 centipoise at 25° C. d) 0.1–80% of a cosmetically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: The invention provides new uses and products for treatment of sexual dysfunction and male infertility. The products include bioactive components of extracts from roots of the plant Eurycoma longifolia mixed in preparations for topical application and administation.

Abstract: A tablet for oral administration of nutritional indium comprises about 10–50 mg indium sulfate, about 4–20 mg caffeine, about 2–10% by weight cocoa powder, and about 5–10% by weight ethyl cellulose, in combination with about 50–150 ?g of each of zinc oxide, copper (II) oxide, magnesium oxide, potassium iodide, selenium amino acid chelate, chromium amino acid chelate and manganese amino acid chelate.

Abstract: Silicon-titanium mixed oxide powder prepared by flame hydrolysis, having a ratio by weight of silicon dioxide/titanium dioxide, which is greater on the surface of the primary particles than that within the total primary particle. It is prepared by a flame hydrolysis process, in that a stream consisting of a vaporous titanium dioxide precursor and oxygen or an oxygen-containing gas and hydrogen, and a second stream consisting of a vaporous silicon dioxide precursor and a carrier gas consisting of oxygen, an oxygen-containing gas and/or an inert gas, are guided separately into the reaction chamber of a burner such as is known for the preparation of pyrogenic oxides, and are burnt here, the solid mixed oxide powder and hot gases are subsequently cooled, and the gases are separated from the solid. The powder may be used, for example, for the preparation of sunscreen preparations.

Abstract: The inventions relates to the use of silica in the formulation of antifungal composition for the treatment of cutaneous mycoses, and method to manufacture an antifungal powder with boric acid and silica.

Abstract: A dietary supplement for benefitting human bone health includes a calcium source, a source of vitamin D activity, and an osteoblast stimulant. A preferred calcium source is microcrystalline hydroxyapatite, which also contains protein (mostly collagen), phosphorus, fat, and other minerals. A preferred source of vitamin D activity is cholecalciferol, and a preferred osteoblast stimulant is ipriflavone. In addition to these basic ingredients, the composition can further include various other minerals known to occur in bone, vitamin C, and glucosamine sulfate, all of which exert beneficial effects on growth and maintenance of healthy bone. A method for benefitting human bone health involves administering a daily regimen of the dietary supplement.

Abstract: A method of separating the epithelium and the stroma of a cornea includes providing a solution that includes a detaching agent diluted in a culture medium and applying the solution to the surface of the cornea.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition having improved transfer resistance comprising: a) from about 0.1–60% by weight of trimethylated silica, b) from about 0.1–60% by weight of a volatile solvent having a viscosity of 0.5 to 100 centipoise at 25° C., c) 0.1–60% by weight of a nonvolatile oil having a viscosity of 200 to 1,000,000 centipoise at 25° C. d) 0.1–80% of a cosmetically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: This invention describes feed supplement, and processes which increase the amount of essential fatty acids in the milk, eggs, meat and other by-products from animals including dairy cattle, beef cattle, goats and poultry. The food supplement described herein includes specific fish meal, fish oil, algae or plant dietary supplements combined with a natural ingredient/coating mixture, which can be either talc, clay or combinations; or mixtures of talc or clay with flax sprout powder to achieve enhanced levels of the essential fatty acids in the milk, eggs, meat and processed livestock products from animals fed this dietary supplement. In ruminants, the natural ingredient/coating mixture prevents microbial degradation of the essential fatty acids in the rumen stomach of the animals fed with this composition, thus providing more of the essential fatty acids to the animal, for their use. This in turn results in improved concentrations in the milk, meat and processed products from these animals.

Abstract: A pesticidal composition comprises, as the sole pesticidally active component, a storage-stable aerated gel composition comprising 30 to 97% by weight of water, 0.2 to 5% by weight of a gelling agent selected from xanthan gum, sodium alginate and neutralized carboxyvinyl polymer and 2 to 5% by weight of fine particulate, hydrophobic silicone-treated silica having a surface area of from 80 to 300 m2/g. The composition is in the form of fine particles of an aqueous gel containing the water and gelling agent, the surfaces of which fine particles are coated with a coating of the finely particulate hydrophobic silica. The composition is useful in a method of controlling pests, particularly insects and acarids.

Abstract: Disclosed are several preferred embodiments of hydrogen peroxide which are packaged with ease of use and extended shelf-life in mind. The embodiments include foam, mist, gel, and disposable towelette forms of H2O2. Optional ingredients of topical pain relievers and skin protectants are also disclosed, as are their methods of use.

Abstract: A anti-microbial composition includes an effective amount of an extract of a plant of the Ranunculaceae family, a surfactant, and optionally an essential oil. To disinfect an object using the anti-microbial composition, the anti-microbial composition is brought into contact with the object. The composition of the invention may be used in the form of packaged towelettes, which are saturated with the composition of the invention. The composition is effective in disinfecting objects contaminated with anthrax, pneumococci, straphylococci, streptococci, tuberculi and a variety of fungi.

Abstract: A flaky, fine powder comprising a flaky substance as the base and silica particles covering the surface of the base, aimed at reducing the glossiness of the base caused by the irregular reflection of light on its surface and improving the slipperiness. In particular, the powder comprises a flaky base substance such as natural mica and silica particles deposited on the base surface, wherein the silica particles may be optionally further immobilized by the hydrolysate of alkoxysilane or silica gel. The flaky fine powder is produced either by the adding alkoxysilane to a dispersion containing a flaky substance and silica particles and hydrolyzing it, by adding a silicic acid solution to the dispersion and gelling it, or by adding a combination of alkoxysilane and silicic acid solution. The powder can be compounded with various ingredients and is particularly useful with cosmetics.

Abstract: A pesticide composition contains a suspension of finely milled amorphous silica in water and optionally containing other ingredients. The composition can be sprayed onto a pest and/or the pest habitat to control the pest. The composition can control insects, flies, external and internal animal parasites, fungal organisms, worms, larvae and the like. The amorphous silica provides silica in a plant available format which provides an added benefit.

Abstract: A particulate carrier material is impregnated with a biocidal formulation and serves as a vehicle for introduction of the biocide into a liquid-based media, such as a surface coating or surface cleaning compositions, in order to allow controlled release of the biocide to combat bacterial, fungal, algal or like growth for an extend period of time.

Abstract: The invention relates to formulations for the topical treatment of disorders with a bioenergetic basis, which contain a suspension obtainable by treating one or more iron ores with aqueous solutions having pH values of between 4 and 8. These formulations will be applied directly to the acupuncture points corresponding to the meridians involved in the conditions to be treated.

Abstract: Method of preventing parturient hypocalcemia and milk fever (parturient paresis) in lactating animals comprising administering to the animal during the dry period a compound which reduces absorption of calcium from the drinking water and/or from the ration of said animal. The method is based on the powerful, natural calcium regulating mechanisms and is applicable under commercial farming conditions.

Abstract: Pyrogenically prepared silica doped with silver or silver oxide is prepared by feeding an aerosol into a flame such as is used for the preparation of pyrogenic silica, mixing the aerosol homogeneously with gas mixture before the reaction, then allowing the aerosol/gas mixture to react in a flame. The resulting pyrogenic silicas doped with silver or silver oxide are separated from the gas stream. The pyrogenic silica doped with silver or silver oxide by means of an aerosol can be used as a bactericidal filler.

Abstract: Hairy hoof warts in animals are treated by topically administering an effective amount of a composition of aspirin or other compound or derivative of salicylic acid that preferably contains at least 50% by weight and more preferably between about 75% and 100% by weight aspirin or other compound or derivative of salicylic acid. A preferred composition includes aspirin, hydrated lime, sodium bentonite, and chalk or iron oxide.

Abstract: A storage-stable biocidal aerated gel composition comprises from 30 to 97% by weight of water, from 0.2 to 5% by weight of a gelling agent selected from xanthan gum, sodium alginate and neutralised carboxyvinyl polymer from 2 to 5% by weight of a fine particulate, hydrophobic silicone-treated silica having a surface area of from 80 to 300 m2/g and from 0.004 to 20% by weight of a biocide which said composition is in the form of fine particles of an aqueous gel containing the water, gelling agent and the biocide, the surfaces of which fine particles are coated with a coating of the finely particulate hydrophobic silica. The biocidal aerated gel composition can be used to control pests using one or more appropriate biocides in the composition.

Abstract: An aqueous composition includes silica particles with a particle size distribution and particle structure that improve water retention and exchange characteristics of the aqueous composition. The aqueous silica composition includes silica network particles and water. The silica network particles comprise main particles and bridging particles that form chains between adjacent main particles. The main particles have a particle size greater than the particle size of the bridging particles. Because of the silica network particles, the aqueous composition is capable of wetting a hydrophobic substrate more than pure liquid water. The silica network particles are generated in water by a method in which an aqueous sodium silicate solution is subjected to vigorous agitation in air, followed by periods of circulation through magnetic fields of alternating direction and further periodic agitation exposed to the air. An aqueous composition of the silica network particles can be beneficially used as a hydrating agent.

Abstract: The use of microparticles of silicon and particularly resorbable and/or photoluminescent silicon in the preparation of a medicament for nasal or pulmonary delivery. Aerosol formulations and their preparation are also described and claimed. These formulations may be used for example as carriers for pharmaceutical compounds as well as having diagnostic applications.

Abstract: An adhesive-resisting skin treatment agent for PVC gloves is produced when the glove mold is soaked in a PVC or PVC polymer and a plastisol to form a film after cooling. The gloves are soaked in a polymer adhesive-resisting treatment solution primarily consisting of chitin, trioctanoin, an aqueous polyester resin and an aerosol mixed in a certain proportion. The capillary and the surface of the film on the gloves can absorb such solution and is evenly coated with a film. Thereafter, the gloves are cooled and their edges are rolled up and detached from the mold. The inner surface of the coating has a protective film and gives a soft, smooth, and comfortable feeling to the wearer's hand when such inner surface is in contact with the hand.

Abstract: Iron oxide-silicon dioxide-titanium dioxide mixed oxide is produced by burning vaporizable compounds of iron, silicon and titanium together in a hydrogen/oxygen flame. The mixed oxides may be used as UV absorbers in cosmetics.

Abstract: Metal oxide particles having a metal oxide core and a silicon dioxide coating have a low structure. The particle are produced by a base dissolved in water being added under agitation to a dispersion comprising a metal oxide, at least one compound of the type XnSi(OR)4−n, and water, the reaction product being separated out, optionally washed with water and dried. The metal oxide particles coated with silicon dioxide may be used in sun screening agents and in chemical-mechanical-polishing (CMP) applications.

Abstract: A method of treating laminitis in a horse is disclosed, comprising administering to the horse a naturally chelated trace mineral composition; promoting healthy skin, hair and hoof tissue. A method of reducing dietary intake is also disclosed, comprising administering to a horse in need thereof, effective amounts of a naturally chelated trace mineral composition. A method of preparing the chelated trace mineral composition from ocean seabed rock is further disclosed, as well as the chelated trace mineral composition.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for treating wounds to significantly reduce the healing time, reduce the incidence of scar formation, improve the success of skin grafts, reduce the inflammatory response and providing anti-bacterial treatments to a patient in need thereof, that include small non-interlinked particles of bioactive glass or highly porous bioactive glass, are disclosed. Anti-bacterial solutions derived from bioactive glass, and methods of preparation and use thereof, are also disclosed. The compositions include non-interlinked particles of bioactive glass, alone or in combination with anti-bacterial agents and/or anti-inflammatory agents. The compositions can include an appropriate carrier for topical administration. Anti-bacterial properties can be imparted to implanted materials, such as prosthetic implants, sutures, stents, screws, plates, tubes, and the like, by incorporating small bioactive glass particles or porous bioactive glass into or onto the implanted materials.

Abstract: A gel composition for use in etching the surfaces of teeth in preparation for prophylaxis, repair, or restoration, comprising an aqueous solution of an effective quantity of an acid; and a colloidal silica sol, wherein the silica portion of the sol comprises from about 3 to about 20 weight percent of the total etchant composition.

Abstract: Oral care compositions comprising unique silica abrasives and methods for polishing and cleaning dental enamel using these oral care compositions are disclosed.

Abstract: The invention features core-shell microsphere compositions, hollow polymeric microspheres, and methods for making the microspheres. The microspheres are characterized as having a polymeric shell with consistent shell thickness.

Abstract: Biomaterial, for example bioactive silicon, may be fabricated by anodizing a silicon wafer to produce a wafer having a porous silicon region. In vitro experiments have shown that certain types of porous silicon cause the deposition of apatite deposits both on the porous silicon and neighboring areas of bulk silicon when immersed in a simulated body fluid solution. This deposition of apatite provides an indication that porous silicon of appropriate form is bioactive, and therefore also biocompatible. A form of porous silicon is dissolved in the simulated body fluid solution and this is an indication of a resorbable biomaterial characteristic. In addition to porous silicon, certain types of polycrystalline silicon exhibit bioactive characteristics. Bioactive silicon may be used in the fabrication of biosensors for in vitro or in vivo applications. The bioactivity of the bioactive silicon may be controlled by the application of an electrical potential thereto.

Abstract: The use of granular materials based on pyrogenically produced silicon dioxide in pharmaceutical compositions, the pharmaceutical compositions per se, as well as an adsorbate consisting of the granular material and at least one further substance selected from pharmaceutical active constituents and auxiliary substances, and the production of such adsorbates, are described.

Abstract: Ectoparasites, such as fleas, ticks, mites and lice, are removed from a human or animal host after applying a composition that causes the temperature of the treated area to become higher or lower than normal. In one embodiment, treatment is effected by applying a composition that releases heat when contacted with water. The elevated or decreased temperature immobilizes the parasites and facilitates their mechanical removal, such as by combing.

Abstract: A pyrogenic process is used to prepare alkali-doped silica particles. Particles produced by this process exhibit homogeneous doping, reduced agglomeration, greater stability and higher removal rates. Aqueous dispersions containing alkali-doped pyrogenic silica with average particle size less than 100 nm are used for polishing surfaces (CMP).

Abstract: Skin-growth-enhancing compounds and compositions including a therapeutically effective amount of at least one electron active compound, or a pharmaceutically acceptable derivative thereof, that has at least two polyvalent cations, at least one of which has a first valence state and at least one of which has a second, different valence state. Preferred compounds include Bi(III,V) oxide, Co(II,III) oxide, Cu(I,III) oxide, Fe(II,III) oxide, Mn(II,III) oxide, and Pr(III,IV) oxide, and Ag(I,III) oxide, or a combination thereof. These compounds may be in a crystalline state having metallic cations of two different valences, or electronic states, in the inorganic crystal. Also included are articles containing such compositions, such as wound dressings, and methods for facilitating or enhancing skin growth using these compounds, compositions, and articles, such as for the treatment or management of burns or skin grafts.

Abstract: Pyrogenically prepared silica doped with silver or silver oxide is prepared by feeding an aerosol into a flame such as is used for the preparation of pyrogenic silica, mixing the aerosol homogeneously with gas mixture before the reaction, then allowing the aerosol/gas mixture to react in a flame. The resulting pyrogenic silicas doped with silver or silver oxide are separated from the gas stream. The pyrogenic silica doped with silver or silver oxide by means of an aerosol can be used as a bactericidal filler.

Abstract: A solid surface material with a filler and an antibacterial agent in a thermoset or thermoplastic matrix, which has antibacterial effectiveness that can be restored when lost or diminished with time and use.

Abstract: A composition for improving grip between the hands and a tool or implement is provided, which comprises a chlorinated paraffin, a dispersing agent, and a solvent in an amount up to and including about 3.0% by weight relative to the total weight of the composition. A method of making the composition in the form of a dry powder, as well as a method of using the dry powder to improve friction or grip on the hands, are also provided.

Abstract: The invention is directed to therapeutic antioxidant compositions which are enhanced by the stabilized atomic hydrogen; one of the most potent antioxidants. Such products can be used for prophylactic and therapeutic purposes in treatment of cancer, diabetes, autoimmune diseases, neurodegenerative diseases, cardiovascular diseases, skin diseases etc. The products described can be used independently or in combination with other drugs and treatment modalities. The products can also be used as dietetic products to aid in desired weigh loss. The described products can also be used to prevent oxidative and free radical damage to food and oxidation-prone industrial products. The invention also describes the methods to produce and stabilize atomic hydrogen and prepare and use such stabilized/encaged atomic hydrogen enhanced antioxidant compositions.

Abstract: The exact health benefits of silica hydride minerals, traditionally found in glacial streams, have long been the subject of speculation. Geochemical analysis indicates that such colloidal silica hydrides in water possess a silica-water interface that provides a hydrated surface and adsorbs other elements or compounds such as potassium, iron, magnesium, lithium, calcium, and hydrogen. Dietary supplements with similar properties have been formulated. When the silica-water interface of such compounds is saturated with reduced hydrogen, the compounds take on an overall negative charge and act as a reducing agent or antioxidant when in solution. When consumed, hydride ions introduced into the body by the silica hydride supplement donate electrons to body fluids.

Abstract: An aqueous composition including silica particles with a particle size distribution and particle structure that improve the water retention and exchange characteristics of the aqueous composition is provided. The aqueous silica composition includes silica network particles and water. The silica network particles comprise main particles and bridging particles that form chains between adjacent main particles. The main particles have a particle size greater than the particle size of the bridging particles. Because of the presence of the silica network particles, the aqueous composition is capable of wetting a hydrophobic substrate more than pure liquid water. The silica network particles are generated in water by a method in which an aqueous sodium silicate solution is subjected to vigorous agitation in air, followed by periods of circulation through magnetic fields of alternating direction and further periodic agitation exposed to the air. An apparatus for carrying out the method is provided.

Abstract: A composition for improving grip between the hands and a tool or implement is provided, which comprises a chlorinated paraffin, a dispersing agent, and a solvent in an amount up to and including about 3.0% by weight relative to the total weight of the composition. A method of making the composition in the form of a dry powder, as well as a method of using the dry powder to improve friction or grip on the hands, are also provided.

Abstract: Silicatein is an enzyme of silicate-forming organisms used for the synthesis of their silicate scaffold. The present invention relates to the use of highly-expressed and highly active recombinant silicatein, silicatein isolated from natural sources after gene induction as well as silicatein-fusion proteins for the synthesis of amorphous silicon dioxide (silicic acids and silicates), siloxanes as well as modification of these compounds and their technical use.

Abstract: The invention describes a process for the preparation of a polymer-based material consisting of a polyolefin matrix and silica particles as filling material, in which the silica particles are incorporated during the polymerization process. In addition, the uses of a polymer-based material for the production of joint implants in the medicotechnical area and also the use for the production of sliding bearings, gearwheels and other applications in the industrial sector are described. The invention furthermore describes an artificial joint of a prosthesis in which the joint partners consist of metallic, polymeric and/or ceramic materials, with at least one of the joint partners consisting of a polymeric material made from polyolefins with addition of from 1 to 50% by weight of SiO2.

Abstract: Crude drug extracts containing soluble silicon compounds as an effective component are obtained by subjecting a crude drug to extraction with water or an aqueous solvent, preferably at an alkaline pH. The crude drugs subjected to extraction to obtain the extracts may be derived from animals, plants, etc. The quality of the crude drug extract can be standardized using the soluble silicon compounds as an index. The soluble silicon compounds exhibit inhibitory action towards the production of plasma kallikrein. The amount of soluble silicon compounds in the dry extract may be used as an index whereby the quality of various crude drugs can be standardized which contributes to providing crude drug extracts having a stable or consistent quality. Consequently, the present invention greatly contributes to the appropriate standardization of pharmaceuticals.

Abstract: A pesticide composition contains a suspension of finely milled amorphous silica in water and optionally containing other ingredients. The composition can be sprayed onto a pest and/or the pest habitat to control the pest. The composition can control insects, flies, external and internal animal parasites, fungal organisms, worms, larvae and the like. The amorphous silica provides silica in a plant available format which provides an added benefit.

Abstract: Conditioning of the surface of silica-based glass or ceramic by differential immersion in a serum protein-containing solution, and the resultant microporous Ca-P surface layer having serum-protein like organic molecules, as defined herein intermingled throughout, is described.

Abstract: The invention is a cosmetic incorporating the concepts of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Powdered gemstones and pigments selected for their therapeutic effect are blended into a cosmetic powder. A consumer applies a skin gel to the user's skin, lips or hair. The consumer applies the cosmetic powder to the skin gel. Powdered gemstones and pigments may be added to nail coating for application to nails. The consumer realizes the benefits of the gemstones under Traditional Chinese Medicine through proximity of the gemstones to the consumer when used as a cosmetic.

Abstract: Crude drug extracts containing soluble silicon compounds as an effective component are obtained by subjecting a crude drug to extraction with water or an aqueous solvent, preferably at an alkaline pH. The crude drugs subjected to extraction to obtain the extracts may be derived from animals, plants, etc. The quality of the crude drug extract can be standardized using the soluble silicon compounds as an index. The soluble silicon compounds exhibit inhibitory action towards the production of plasma kallikrein. The amount of soluble silicon compounds in the dry extract may be used as an index whereby the quality of various crude drugs can be standardized which contributes to providing crude drug extracts having a stable or consistent quality. Consequently, the present invention greatly contributes to the appropriate standardization of pharmaceuticals.

Abstract: A gel composition for use in etching the surfaces of teeth in preparation for prophylaxis, repair, or restoration, comprising an aqueous solution of an effective quantity of an acid; and a colloidal silica sol, wherein the silica portion of the sol comprises from about 3 to about 20 weight percent of the total etchant composition.