Abstract: According to the invention there is provided a foam or gel personal care composition having a disinfectant action including: 0.03-0.08% w/w of a biocide; a surfactant; a gelling agent; and water.

Abstract: The present invention includes compositions and methods for the treatment of plants against pathogens, elimination of insects and to increase the shelf-life of fruits and vegetables that includes coating the plant with undiluted aloe vera gel.

Abstract: A method for treatment of a human subject with prostate cancer is disclosed. The method comprises administering an anti-prostate cancer effective amount of a composition obtained by the extraction of fresh citrus fruit peels in sake.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides hydrogels that are suitable for drug delivery. In embodiments, hydrogels of the present disclosure may be used for transdermal delivery of bioactive agents, including drugs. The hydrogels of the present disclosure may also be useful as conductive compositions for use with electrodes.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method and formulation for treating and preventing asteatosis or “dry ear” symptoms and inflammation. The method of the present invention comprises topically applying to the ear canal a semi-viscous diglycerin and butylene glycol polyhydroxy liquid formulation including hydrocortisone, a natural product anti-irritant, a wound healing agent, and an anti-inflammatory agent, stabilized with a cationic surfactant and a nonionic surfactant.

Abstract: The present invention provides a pharmaceutical composition comprising a chemical compound or a herb extract or the combination having at least one of the activities of antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, anti-allergy, anti-cancer, promoting membrane healing or immunomodulating, for the treatment and prevention of a disease of a mammal. The pharmaceutical composition is to be delivered into the hard-to-reach sinuses of a mammal by using a unique sinonasal delivery device. The invented method of treating a mammal disease reduces infectious and inflammation without causing antibiotic resistance or clinical significant adverse events.

Abstract: Provided are cosmetic compositions including a succulent plant stem cell extract and, optionally, an excipient. Also provided are methods of preparing a cosmetic composition. The methods include, for example, growing an Aloe vera callus to a predetermined size, preparing an extract from the callus, and mixing the extract with an excipient, thereby preparing a cosmetic composition.

Abstract: An herbal cleanse formulation comprising five different herbal teas: a parasite tea, an intestinal tea, a detoxifying tea, a tonifying tea, and a relaxing tea. The parasite tea comprises areca seed, black plum, Sichuan pepper, and daikon radish. The intestinal tea comprises mountain hawthorn berry, magnolia bark, senna leaf, aloe, prunus, bitter orange, rhubarb, and licorice. The detoxifying tea comprises cyperus, Chinese angelica, trichosanthes, honeysuckle, forsythia, burdock fruit, dandelion, gardenia, coptis, and mustard seed. The tonifying tea comprises goji berries, red reishi, rehmannia, polygonum, astragalus, ginseng, codonopsis, and schizandra. The relaxing tea comprises ginger, lily bulbs, mimosa tree bark, acorus, sour jujube seeds, yuan zhi, and mint. The herbal cleanse formulation are to be taken at specific times of the day for a determined number of days in a specific protocol in conjunction with a vegan alkalinizing diet and incorporating Kundalini yoga.

Abstract: In a method for treating an affected skin region of a patient having a skin disorder, a vasodilation composition is applied to an affected skin region of a patient, the affected skin region exhibiting a skin disorder characterized by at least one abnormal blood vessel, and the affected skin region is then treated so as to non-invasively disrupt tissue architecture, e.g., by inducing ischemia, of the at least one abnormal blood vessel. A vasoconstriction composition can then be applied to the skin region to cause vasoconstriction of the at least one blood vessel in order to promote healing.

Abstract: Antioxidant skin care composition comprising at least two antioxidant components one of which is a solid coffee extract antioxidant, which exhibits a synergistically increased antioxidant potency as measured by ORACsc compared to the antioxidant potency of antioxidant skin care compositions which do not contain at least two antioxidant components one of which is a solid coffee extract antioxidant. The skin care compositions are particularly suited for use in the treatment of wrinkles, pigmentation effects caused by sun damage and redness in the skin.

Abstract: A pain relieving composition that includes an anesthetic in the range of 0.5%-7.0% by weight (“w/w”), an anti-inflammatory agent in the range of 1.0%-11.0% w/w, a moisturizing agent in the range of 0.5%-12.0% w/w, a humectant in the range of 0.5%-13.0% w/w, a penetration enhancing agent in the range of 0.5%-7.0%, and a carrier solvent in the range of 40.0%-97.0% w/w to be used before and/or after procedures which cause damage to human skin.

Abstract: A lotion composition containing a microcrystalline wax, a fibrous structure containing such lotion composition and a method for making such fibrous structure and/or lotion composition are provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to aloe vera sprout concentrate or extract having cell growth promotion, antioxidant, and anti-allergy effects, and to a skin cell growth promoting, antioxidant, and anti-allergy pharmaceutical composition and functional health food or cosmetics containing the aloe vera sprout concentrate or extract as an active ingredient.

Abstract: A topical wound therapeutic treatment provides a gel preparation of very low toxicity and good antimicrobial properties. The gel can be formulated for both intra-oral and extra-oral use. The preparation uses high concentration Xylitol in combination with other agents including a non-Xylitol, sugarless, antimicrobial sweetener, such as DL-Menthol, oil of Peppermint, Sorbitol and Glycerin to achieve rapid wound healing with comfort. The dried gel forms a water soluble occlusive dressing to promote healing.

Abstract: Compositions for the treatment of sores, wounds, burns and other traumatized dermal tissues and skin injuries comprising Boswellia gum, gel, resin or extract, Tea Tree oil (Melaleuca oil), an Aloe gel, resin, latex or extract and Lavender oil. The composition may be incorporated into a medical device such as a wound dressing or bandage, or formulated into a topical preparation such as an ointment, lotion or cream.

Abstract: Nutritional compositions and methods of making and using the nutritional compositions are provided. In a general embodiment, the present disclosure provides a nutritional composition including a high protein component and one or more exogenous nucleotides. The nutritional compositions can be specifically used to accelerate and improve wound healing in a mammal.

Abstract: The inventive compositions comprise a deionized water based of weight percent ranging from 55% to 95.7%, 0.30 to 0.35 weight percent of one or more preservatives selected from the group consisting of DMDM hydantoin, methylparaben, and polyparaben, 0.05 to 0.10 weight percent of a chelating agent, 0.001 to 5.05 weight percent of one or more conditioners and/or moisturizers selected from the groups consisting of polyquaternium-10, polyethylene glycol derivative of lanolin, cetrimonium chloride, cetrimonium bromide, Crotein HKP™, mixed mucopolysaccharides, pyrrolidone carboxylic acid, propylene glycol, hydrolyzed keratin protein, aloe vera powder, 0.05 to 0.15 weight percent of an antioxidant selected from the group consisting of citric acid and vitamin E acetate. The composition, which is in liquid form, may be applied in the form of a spray or mist, by dipping the affected area in the liquid, or by pouring a small amount of the liquid.

Abstract: A technique for efficiently performing pulverization of a dried aloe gel using an air flow type mill is provided. 1) A dried aloe gel is treated by supercritical extraction, an extract is removed from the dried aloe gel to obtain an extraction residue, and then 2) the extraction residue is pulverized with an air flow type mill to produce an aloe powder.

Abstract: An antimicrobial therapeutic hydrogel composition comprises a pharmaceutical and/or medical grade silver salt, and an Aloe vera gel or extract. The composition could also include stabilizing agents, a non-ionic surfactant, polyol, and hydrophilic hygroscopic polymers. The resulting product has potent antimicrobial activity against bacteria, protozoa, fungi and viruses. The antimicrobial therapeutic composition can serve as a treatment for burns and as a wound/lesion dressing that either donates or receives moisture to provide a physiologic environment for accelerated wound healing and the relief of pain.

Abstract: This invention relates to the use of cortisol blockers (glucocorticoid receptor [GR] antagonists) for the prevention or treatment of stress induced hair loss.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel composition and method using the same for topical application to mammalian subject's skin or hair particularly useful for promoting hair health and more particularly hair growth.

Abstract: Disclosed is a water based topical pain relieving composition that is substantially odorless and does not leave a greasy or oily residue behind. The water based topical pain relieving composition may be particularly useful in treating areas near the eyes or mucous membranes. In some embodiments the topical pain relieving composition may comprise a water based emulsion comprising an effective amount of an analgesic composition comprising trolamine salicylate and an inflammation reducing composition comprising effective amounts of Anthemis Nobilis (roman chamomile) extract, Arnica Montana flower extract, Calendula Officinalis (marygold) extract, Centaurea Cyanus (blue bottle) extract, inflammation reducing oil, Hypericum Perforatum (St. John's Wort) extract, Matricaria Chamomilla (Wild Chamomile) extract, methylsulfonylmethane (MSM), Salix Alba (willow) bark extract, sorbitol, Tilia Sylvestris (limetree) extract, and aloe vera concentrate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to nutritional supplement compositions comprising krill meal and lipid insoluble ingredients. The compositions can be used to provide supplementary nutrition to humans or animals. The present invention relates also formulations, such as tablets, which are easy to administer to animals. It is also shown that krill meal added to animal food at low levels will improve the palatability of the product.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition for counteracting the toxicity of smoking. More particularly, the present invention relates to a composition including an extract from a whole tomato plant Hedyotis diffusa, Sorbus commixta, Lithospermum erythrorhizon Siebold & Zucc, and Alnus japonica Steud as an active ingredient counteracting the toxicity of smoking.

Abstract: An composition for application to a disordered tissue, the composition including an antipathogenic agent, a healing agent and an optional soothing agent. The antipathogenic agent can include cineole, and the healing agent can include an amino acid such as L-arginine or L-carnosine. The cineole can be of dual function, for example, it can operate as an antipathogenic agent, and also operate to enhance penetration of at least one of the antipathogenic agent, healing agent and/or soothing agent into the disordered tissue, which can be skin of a subject. The disordered tissue can be afflicted by an infection, for example, a Type I herpes infection, and can be in the form of a cold sore. The composition can be in a form, such as a cream or a lip balm, adapted for topical application to the disordered tissue. A method for treating the disordered tissue with the composition is also provided.

Abstract: A nutraceutical composition for humans and/or animals containing three main components: water, aloe, and a plant mineral and/or sea mineral complex is provided. The composition provides a 100 percent, all natural, plant derived, completely organic, dietary supplement beverage that is indistinguishable from plain water in clarity, odor, taste and mouthfeel. This formulation supplies a synergy of naturally occurring, bioactive phytonutrients that the body requires, including a combination of macronutrients and micronutrients, e.g.: water, carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, vitamins, minerals, enzymes and antioxidants. This phytosynergistic formulation is designed to fuel cellular hydration, enhance nutrient absorption, promote toxin elimination, improve energy, stamina, digestive health, muscle performance and recovery, and overall health and wellness. This formulation has a negative oxidation reduction potential, which helps to reduce cellular damage and aging caused by free radicals.

Abstract: A pain relieving composition that includes an anesthetic in the range of 0.5%-7.0% by weight (“w/w”), an anti-inflammatory agent in the range of 1.0%-11.0% w/w, a moisturizing agent in the range of 0.5%-12.0% w/w, a humescent in the range of 0.5%-13.0% w/w, a penetration enhancing agent in the range of 0.5%-7.0%, and a carrier solvent in the range of 40.0%-97.0% w/w to be used before and/or after procedures which cause damage to human skin.

Abstract: This composition stimulates collagen production; specifically the composition is able to promote collagen production in human dermis. This invention promotes collagen production having Barbadiensis Miller Aloe Vera, iron, ascorbic acid as active ingredients.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a preservative or antimicrobial compositions which comprise low concentrations of botanical extracts, in synergistic combinations with alkanediols in a solvent system, optionally with fruit acids. Additionally, the present invention relates to a preservative or antimicrobial compositions which comprise a silver compound, an essential oil or individual constituent, one or more zinc salts, and one or more alkanediol. The compositions of the invention may be used in personal care products including wound care products or in veterinary use. Preferably, the compositions of the invention have little or no human-detectable fragrance.

Abstract: New methods and compositions are disclosed that comprise the phytochemical Diindolylmethane, alone or in combination with immune potentiating steroids. These methods and compositions are utilized to treat subjects suffering from common cutaneous warts (verrucae) and Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) related conditions of the oropharynx, larynx, genitalia, and uterine cervix.

Abstract: A unique, synergistic formulation for the treatment of first-degree skin burns is provided for topical use and alleviates the full spectrum of symptoms and concerns associated with epidermal burns, including pain, blistering, redness, swelling, compromised skin integrity, risk of infection and scarring. The formulation contains natural homeopathic extracts combined with a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier suitable for topical administration. The formulation may include three or more of the following homeopathic extracts: Cantharis Vesicatoria, Echinacea Angustifolia, Calendula Officinalis and Hypericum Perforatum.

Abstract: A composition comprising an alcohol and an aloe vera gel for topically treating hot flashes and methods for the storing, dispensing and application thereof.

Abstract: A wound healing formulation is disclosed using an oil in water emulsion that uses unpolluted forms of water derived from botanical sources and yeast derived wound healing factors together with natural based disinfectants derived from thymol. As opposed to conventional water supplies, the water derived from botanical sources has factors that contribute to the healing process. The formulation is non-occlusive, allowing the skin to breathe, and contains pigments that conceal the wound.

Abstract: The invention is related to a composition comprising vegetable extract, carbohydrate and phospholipid for cosmetic, pharmaceutical or dietary application.

Abstract: A composition comprising vegetable/herbal based dietary ingredients, or extracts, which contains vitamins and nutrients that provide a novel nontoxic treatment for liver cancers, hepatitis, and liver cirrhosis. The composition can be taken as a daily dietary supplement to enhance normal physiological functions of the body. The said composition, or extracts thereof, are useful and effective in the treatment and prevention of liver and possibly other cancers. The compositions are also useful for administration to patients with pre-existing hepatitis and/or liver cirrhosis. The compositions or extracts thereof may be useful for treating other cancers and other disorders, diseases, or conditions.

Abstract: The present inventions relate to a number of fields including wound healing, a waterless antibacterial disinfectant, a surgical scrub, insect repellant, and methods of treating traumatic injuries, particularly those on the battlefield where there is a need to stabilize the patient and prevent infection.

Abstract: The invention relates to a coloured fragrancing composition comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium: a) at least 2% by weight of a fragrancing substance relative to the total weight of the composition; b) at least one derivative of: benzylidene camphor containing a sulphonic function or a benzotriazole silicone of particular formula (1) that will be defined below in detail; c) at least one dye that is soluble in said medium; said composition not containing an alkyl ?,??-diphenylacrylate compound or an alkyl ?-cyano-?,??-diphenylacrylate compound. The invention also relates to a cosmetic method for fragrancing human keratin substances and in particular the skin, lips and integuments, comprising the application to the keratin substances of the composition defined previously.

Abstract: According to one embodiment, a coagulant comprising calcium nitrate and an antimicrobial agent is disclosed. The coagulant may be used in the molding process to releasably bond the substrate material to the mold and to bond to the antimicrobial to the substrate material.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of creatine compounds such as, for example, creatine, creatine phosphate or analogs of creatine, such as creatine-pyruvate, creatine-ascorbate, cyclocreatine, 3 guanidinopropionic acid, guanidinoacetate, homocyclocreatine, guanidino benzoates as energy generating systems and antioxidants for preservation of skin against adverse aging effects and damage secondary to insults such as harmful sun radiations, stress and fatigue. The creatine compounds which can be used in the present method include (1) creatine, creatine phosphate and analogs of these compounds which can act as substrates or substrate analogs for creatine kinase; (2) molecules that mimic the biological activity of creatine (3) molecules that modulate the creatine kinase system.

Abstract: The present invention relates to topical compositions containing choline alfoscerate for use in maintaining and restoring the integrity of the mucous membranes.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the uses of the protein PRG4 and therapeutic modulation thereof. In particular, the present invention relates compositions and methods utilizing PRG4 and therapeutic modulation thereof, including, use as a surgical lubricant, use in a treatment for prevention or reduction of post-surgical adhesions, use in a treatment for oral ulcerations, use as an athletic lubricating patch, use as a dermal filler, use in a treatment for dry mouth, use in a drug delivery method or composition, and use in nursing lubrication.

Abstract: The present invention primarily relates to the use of trans-tert-butyl cyclohexanol as skin irritation-reducing agent as well as compositions (formulations) having a skin irritation-reducing action comprising trans-tert-butyl cyclohexanol as skin irritation-reducing agent.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a composition for treating maladies in humans or animals that includes from about 0.01% to about 40% by weight of a member of the curcuma genus, from about 0.01% to about 40% by weight of a member of the coffea genus and the balance being a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition is provided including about 25 wt % to about 55 wt % Aloe vera gel, about 9 wt % to about 33 wt % exfoliant, about 5 wt % to about 20 wt % vitamin C, and about 0.25 wt % to about 1.0 wt % retinyl propionate (vitamin A), wherein said composition has a pH of about 2.0 to about 3.7. Methods of using said composition are also included.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition for treatment and prevention of severely dehydrated soft tissue is disclosed. The pharmaceutical composition has ingredients that prevent the onset of dehydration and ingredients that increase the healing rate of dehydrated tissue that has become cracked. In particular, the present invention treats and prevents the dry-nose condition caused in oxygen respiratory therapy.

Abstract: Alcohol constitutes a majority of the solution. Water, melaleuca alternifolia, amebicidal, acetate, aloe barbadensis, larrea tridentat and benzoic acid constitute a minority of the solution. The minority of the solution optionally includes a corticosteroid and a nutritional supplement.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to a wet wipe or sheet that is suitable for contacting the skin and removing mucus from the skin. More specifically, the present invention relates to a wet wipe having an aqueous saline component suitable for dissolving and removing mucus in combination with the fabric matrix of the wet wipe. Typically, the fabric matrix of the wet wipe has a capacity of about 125 grams of solution per square meter, and it is impregnated with the aqueous saline solution to a level at or below approximately 80% of the absorbent capacity of the matrix.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to a wet wipe or sheet that is suitable for contacting the skin and removing mucus from the skin. More specifically, the present invention relates to a wet wipe having an aqueous saline component suitable for dissolving and removing mucus in combination with the fabric matrix of the wet wipe. Typically, the fabric matrix of the wet wipe has a capacity of about 125 grams of solution per square meter, and it is impregnated with the aqueous saline solution to a level at or below approximately 80% of the absorbent capacity of the matrix.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to topical compositions and methods for topically treating psoriasis comprising meisoindigo as an active ingredient. The topical compositions preferably further comprise skin penetration enhancers, pharmaceutical surfactants and solubility enhancers, oil phase components, aqueous phase components, emulsifiers, moisturizers, antioxidants, vitamins, lubricants, herbal extracts, preservatives, and other ingredients. In addition to meisoindigo, the compositions may comprise other agents commonly used to topically treat psoriasis. The disclosed methods have been demonstrated to effectually treat moderate and severe forms of psoriasis to a degree similar to a potent corticosteroid without side effects. Preferably, the method involves topical application of the disclosed compositions to affected epidermal areas twice a day. In addition, the disclosed methods may be used in conjunction with other common therapies in the treatment of psoriasis.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of preparing an intranasal composition including from about 0.0010-0.0040% by weight capsaicin, from about 0.50-0.90% by weight hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, from about 0.010-0.080% by weight n-alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride (Quat), and various moisturizing and irrigation agents, wherein the method includes dissolving the above components in water to form an aqueous solution; and filtering the aqueous solution to form an intranasal composition. The present invention further relates to an intranasal drug delivery composition, which includes from about 0.0010-0.0040% by weight capsaicin, from about 0.50-0.90% by weight hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, from about 0.010-0.080% by weight n-alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride (Quat), and various moisturizing and irrigation agents.