Containing Or Obtained From Mentha (e.g., Mint, Peppermint, Spearmint, Habak, Etc.) Patents (Class 424/747)
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Patent number: 12194019Abstract: The invention described herein relates to compositions and methods for treating pain with wogonin. In particular, described herein are compositions and methods for treating musculoskeletal pain and arthritis with wogonin.Type: GrantFiled: October 20, 2023Date of Patent: January 14, 2025Assignee: Brigham Young UniversityInventor: David Lee Kooyman
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Patent number: 11937605Abstract: A composition for repelling insects is disclosed. The composition may include an active component made of (i) a combination of clove oil, geranium oil, and peppermint oil, (ii) a fixative, and (iii) a solubilizer. The composition may include (i) from about 2.5 to about 15 wt. % of an active component made only of (a) from about 0.1 to about 5.0 wt. % of clove oil, (b) from about 0.5 to about 15.0 wt. % of geranium oil, and (c) from about 0.1 to about 15.0 wt. % of peppermint oil, (ii) from about 3 to about 15 wt. % of a fixative, and (iii) from about 15 to about 45 wt. % of a solubilizer.Type: GrantFiled: September 16, 2022Date of Patent: March 26, 2024Assignee: S. C. JOHNSON & SON, INC.Inventor: Chyree S. Batton
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Patent number: 11930816Abstract: The present invention relates to methods, preferably for controlling and/or preventing infestation of stinkbugs in soybean, comprising applying to a crop of soybean plants, the locus thereof, or propagation material thereof, a compound of formula (I) wherein —B1—B2—B3— is —C?N—O—, —C?N—CH2—, —C?CH2—O— or —N—CH2—CH2—; L is a direct bond or methylene; A1 and A2 are C—H, or one of A1 and A2 is C—H and the other is N; X1 is group X R1 is C1-C4alkyl, C1-C4haloalkyl or C3-C6cycloalkyl; R2 is chlorodifluoromethyl or trifluoromethyl; each R3 is independently bromo, chloro, fluoro or trifluoromethyl; R4 is hydrogen, halogen, methyl, halomethyl or cyano; R5 is hydrogen; or R4 and R5 together form a bridging 1,3-butadiene group; p is 2 or 3.Type: GrantFiled: July 26, 2013Date of Patent: March 19, 2024Assignee: SYNGENTA PARTICIPATIONS AGInventors: Myriem El Qacemi, Jerome Yves Cassayre
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Patent number: 10596090Abstract: The present invention features novel cosmetic skin care compositions for improving the appearance of flushed or rosacea-affected skin.Type: GrantFiled: May 27, 2016Date of Patent: March 24, 2020Assignee: Jan Marini Skin ResearchInventors: Jan Marini, Subhash J. Saxena
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Patent number: 10450210Abstract: Provided is a method of producing mineral function water showing beneficial effects, such as antioxidant effects, or the like. The water including contains mineral-containing water (A) and mineral-containing water (B) according to a ratio of 1:5 to 1:20 (weight ratio), the mineral-containing water (A) containing first mineral components eluted from mineral-imparting material (A) containing: vegetation raw material, woody plant raw material, and sulfur raw material, the mineral-containing water (B) containing second mineral-containing water (B) containing the mineral component eluted from inorganic mineral-imparting material (B).Type: GrantFiled: September 15, 2017Date of Patent: October 22, 2019Assignees: Riken Techno System Co., Ltd., Santa Mineral Co., Ltd.Inventor: Koichi Furusaki
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Patent number: 10264787Abstract: Larvicide and pupicide formulation and methods of administration thereof, harmless for humans and other animals, able to kill all the instars larval stages and pupae in about two hours and fifteen minutes, respectively, with no impact on the environment. Larvicide/pupicide formulation and methods of administration thereof for killing larvae and pupae of Anopheles gambiae and An. stephensi, main vectors of malaria, and Aedes aegypti and Ae. albopictus, main vectors of dengue, Zika virus, chikungunya and yellow fever.Type: GrantFiled: March 20, 2018Date of Patent: April 23, 2019Assignee: BIOVECBLOK s.r.l.Inventors: Claudia Damiani, Aurelio Serrao, Matteo Valzano, Vincenzo Cuteri, Riccardo Arigoni
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Patent number: 9788550Abstract: A deodorizer is provided herein which includes a fragrance containing a bubble gum flavor and cinnamaldehyde, a surfactant, a fungicide and bactericide in an alcohol/water solution. Also provided are methods of preparing and applying the deodorizer.Type: GrantFiled: October 1, 2014Date of Patent: October 17, 2017Assignee: Godors LLCInventor: Mary Piotrowski
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Patent number: 9055745Abstract: Exemplary embodiments of the present invention relate to pesticides, insecticides, insect repellant, insect anti-feeding, cleaning, glue dissolving and anti-irritation and wound healing compositions for humans and animals and, more particularly, to such compositions which are effective in killing, removing and/or repelling a wide range of endoparasites, ectoparasites and insects while also being non-toxic to humans, animals, and the environment. An exemplary embodiment of the present invention is directed to an aqueous composition including a mixture of at least one ethanolamide and at least one esterified fatty acid. Another exemplary embodiment of the present invention is directed to an aqueous composition including at least one esterified fatty acid in water and at least one emulsifier. The aqueous compositions may be used as a cleaning composition, insecticide, insect repellant, glue solvent or to relieve irritation from and/or promote healing of insect bites, skin abrasions superficial burns and wounds.Type: GrantFiled: April 13, 2012Date of Patent: June 16, 2015Assignee: Natureza, Inc.Inventors: Lynn S. James-Meyer, Gerald C. Coles
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Publication number: 20150133296Abstract: The present invention relates to phytosanitary compositions with fungicidal properties that comprise a mixture of essential oils obtained from plants and agents with known fungicidal properties, such as alkali metal or ammonium bicarbonates, and compounds based on copper or the salts thereof, for use, principally, in contact-protection against fungal infections in cultivated plants and post-harvest, and also in other antifungal applications. In said compositions, the effect of the agents that have known fungicidal properties is potentiated synergistically by the aforementioned essential oils. The present invention also relates to the use of said essential oils as potentiators for agents with known fungicidal properties.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 5, 2012Publication date: May 14, 2015Applicant: BIOFUNGITEK, SOCIEDAD LIMITADAInventors: Unai Ona Ugalde Martinez, Ana Belen Rodriguez Urra, Ainara Ubegun Lizaso
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Publication number: 20150110903Abstract: A novel product for headache relief and use of the product to treat headaches is disclosed herein. The product may be applied topically, and may be used for acute treatment of headaches to provide a safe, effective, and natural alternative to traditional therapies used to treat acute headache syndromes. The product comprises one or more herbal therapeutic agents. In some embodiments, the one or more herbal therapeutic agents may be combined with allopathic or other traditional headache therapies. In preferred embodiments, the product is applied to select myofascial trigger points. (MTPs) on the temporal, frontal, mastoid, and cervical regions. The product may be available over-the-counter or otherwise may be available without a physician's prescription.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 1, 2013Publication date: April 23, 2015Applicant: AMBERWING SOLUTIONS INC.Inventors: Mohsin A. Khan, Liliana Brotea, Melwyn A. Abreo
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Publication number: 20150110758Abstract: A treatment protocol for use in the treatment of neurocutaneous syndrome is described and comprises at least one xanthone component, which may comprise at least one mangosteen component, and at least one detoxification component. Additional embodiments comprise at least one herbal component, at least one vitamin component, or a combination thereof. A method of treating a patient having neurocutaneous syndrome is described herein and comprises: providing at least one xanthone component, which may comprise at least one mangosteen component, providing at least one xanthone component, which may comprise at least one mangosteen component, to the patient, and administering the at least one detoxification component to the patient. Additional methods steps may include providing and administering at least one herbal component, providing and administering at least one vitamin component or a combination thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 5, 2015Publication date: April 23, 2015Inventor: Omar M. Amin
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Patent number: 8993010Abstract: An insect repellent compound that includes naturally occurring oil that emits an odor which repels insects is described. The compound is not harmful to animals, to humans or to the environment. The compound may be incorporated into materials such as yarn that is woven to form a mesh. The material may be used for making an animal mask, for screen doors and other applications. A method of making the compound and incorporating it into materials and products is described.Type: GrantFiled: April 23, 2010Date of Patent: March 31, 2015Assignee: Animal Supplies International, Inc.Inventor: Coito Joseph
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Publication number: 20150072031Abstract: Disclosed here is a method for elevating skin temperature comprising administering to a subject in need thereof a composition comprising an effective amount of one or more compounds selected from the group consisting of dihydro-?-ionol and 4-methoxystyrene. Also disclosed is a method for elevating skin temperature comprising administering to a subject in need thereof a composition comprising an effective amount of one or more compounds selected from the group consisting of dihydro-?-ionol, 4-methoxystyrene, clary sage extract, Japanese peppermint extract, juniper berry extract, and geraniol.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 13, 2014Publication date: March 12, 2015Applicant: SHISEIDO COMPANY, LTD.Inventors: Keiko Mori, Shinichiro Haze, Yoko Gozu, Atsushi Joichi
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Publication number: 20150065346Abstract: Described herein are compositions comprising a nematicide intermixed with lecithin and a co-surfactant that form stable dispersions in water. Also disclosed are methods of controlling nematodes in soil by application of such compositions.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 11, 2014Publication date: March 5, 2015Inventor: Shireen Baseeth
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Patent number: 8968794Abstract: Antiseptic compositions and kits containing a source of silver ions and menthol, which act in synergy such that a concentration of silver ions in the composition is substantially reduced, are disclosed. Further disclosed are uses of the antiseptic compositions as disinfectants and in the treatment of wounds.Type: GrantFiled: March 1, 2011Date of Patent: March 3, 2015Assignee: Ramot at Tel-Aviv University Ltd.Inventors: Noa Hadar, Amihay Freeman
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Patent number: 8968793Abstract: Antiseptic compositions and kits containing a source of silver ions and menthol, which act in synergy such that a concentration of silver ions in the composition is substantially reduced, are disclosed. Further disclosed are uses of the antiseptic compositions as disinfectants and in the treatment of wounds.Type: GrantFiled: February 11, 2010Date of Patent: March 3, 2015Assignee: Ramot at Tel-Aviv University Ltd.Inventors: Noa Hadar, Amihay Freeman
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Publication number: 20150050352Abstract: A multiparticulate composition includes a plurality of individual enteric coated cores containing one or more terpene-based active ingredients and having a continuous proteinaceous subcoating layer covering the individual cores and separating the individual cores from their respective enteric coatings. The continuous proteinaceous subcoating layer prevents volatile terpene-based active ingredients from leaving the core, even when the core is heated during processing or stored for long periods above room temperature. The multiparticulate composition may be used to treat gastrointestinal disorders.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 27, 2014Publication date: February 19, 2015Inventors: Syed M. Shah, Fred Hassan
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Publication number: 20150044294Abstract: A multiparticulate composition includes a plurality of individual enteric coated cores containing one or more terpene-based active ingredients and having a continuous proteinaceous subcoating layer covering the individual cores and separating the individual cores from their respective enteric coatings. The continuous proteinaceous subcoating layer prevents volatile terpene-based active ingredients from leaving the core, even when the core is heated during processing or stored for long periods above room temperature. The multiparticulate composition may be used to treat gastrointestinal disorders.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 27, 2014Publication date: February 12, 2015Inventors: Syed M. Shah, Fred Hassan
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Publication number: 20150037389Abstract: The present invention relates to an edible product, which comprises a fibrous plant product and a plant extract applied thereto. Further, the invention relates to a corresponding method for producing said edible product and its use in at least one of food, food supplement, medicinal, cosmetic, well-being, nutraceutical or phytotherapeutical applications. The plants used may be all plants comprising one or more substances of interest for an edible product.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 31, 2014Publication date: February 5, 2015Inventors: Philippe Ragot, Esther Pons, Bernard Mompon, Cedric Rousseau
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Patent number: 8945597Abstract: The invention generally relates to environmental friendly pesticide compounds, formulations, methods of preparation and application and utilities thereof. More particularly, the invention relates to pesticide compounds and formulations that include terpenes or terpenoids having chemical formula of (C5H8)n, and its derivatives and analogs thereof, as active insecticidal ingredients; certain botanical essential oils as synergists, and other select ingredients as additives.Type: GrantFiled: June 18, 2012Date of Patent: February 3, 2015Inventor: Tao Zhong
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Publication number: 20150010615Abstract: The subject invention pertains to supercritical carbon dioxide extracts of Commiphora mukul resin (guggul), which can be modified or not modified by some ethanol addition; methods for their production; and methods of use, such as inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase, inhibiting transformation of pre-adipocytes to adipocytes, inhibiting triglyceride storage, promoting insulin sensitivity in adipocytes, treatment of disorders (for example, hypercholesterolemia, hyperlipidemia, hyperglycemia, obesity, metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular disease, atherosclerotic heart disease, autoimmune disorder, insulin resistance, leptin resistance, arthritis, cell proliferation disorder, such as cancer and atherosclerosis; damaged skin, sores, cuts, rashes, bruises, dryness, burns, sunburn, radiation burn, and infection), and regulating or suppressing appetite.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 11, 2013Publication date: January 8, 2015Applicants: DHARMA BIOMEDICAL, LLC, FLAVEX NATUREXTRAKTE GMBHInventors: Steven J. Melnick, Karl-Werner Quirin, Cheppail Ramachandran, Melvin Rothberg
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Publication number: 20150004263Abstract: A herbal composition for wound healing is disclosed. The herbal composition comprises an extract of honeysuckle and an extract of mint in a weight ration of 1:2 to 2:1. The herbal composition further comprises a medical acceptable excipient.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 26, 2013Publication date: January 1, 2015Inventors: Shorong-Shii LIOU, I-Min LIU, Wei-Cheng CHEN, Ren-Jye WANG
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Publication number: 20140363528Abstract: A composition for preventing or ameliorating snoring includes olive oil, sunflower oil and mentha oil. An agent or food is provided including the composition. A process for the preparation of the composition includes mixing olive oil, sunflower oil and mentha oil, optionally with any other components of the composition, in any order. A method of preventing or ameliorating snoring, includes administering to a patient the composition.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 6, 2013Publication date: December 11, 2014Inventor: Ake Akerman
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Publication number: 20140356440Abstract: A multiparticulate composition is formed from a plurality of individual cores including a hydrophobic phase containing peppermint oil dispersed in a microcrystalline cellulose-based gel and a hydrophilic phase containing a hydrogel. An enteric coating is over the individual cores. The multiparticulate composition can be used to treat gastrointestinal disorders.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 18, 2014Publication date: December 4, 2014Applicant: Zx Pharma, LLCInventors: Syed M. Shah, Daniel Hassan, Fred Hassan
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Patent number: 8900646Abstract: A method and composition for treating feedlot cattle in order to mask odor or pheromones given by cattle that trigger other cattle to mount them in a behavior pattern known as Buller Steer Syndrome, or to at least provide a scent which neutralizes that behavior.Type: GrantFiled: January 7, 2013Date of Patent: December 2, 2014Inventors: Danny Justman, Melissa Justman
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Patent number: 8895086Abstract: A multiparticulate composition includes a plurality of individual enteric coated cores containing one or more terpene-based active ingredients and having a continuous proteinaceous subcoating layer covering the individual cores and separating the individual cores from their respective enteric coatings. The continuous proteinaceous subcoating layer prevents volatile terpene-based active ingredients from leaving the core, even when the core is heated during processing or stored for long periods above room temperature. The multiparticulate composition may be used to treat gastrointestinal disorders.Type: GrantFiled: September 23, 2013Date of Patent: November 25, 2014Assignee: Zx Pharma, LLCInventors: Syed Shah, Fred Hassan
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Publication number: 20140328896Abstract: Provided are methods and compositions for enhancing the gastrointestinal health of an animal in need thereof by administering a gastrointestinal health maintaining or improving amount of a composition comprising an effective amount of lactic acid. The administered composition may also comprise one or more prebiotic, probiotic, symbiotic, anti bacterial, or anti-diarrhea agents.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 29, 2011Publication date: November 6, 2014Applicant: HILL'S PET NUTRITION, INC.Inventors: Dennis Jewll, Luis J. Montelongo, Sarah Martinez, Lynda Melendez
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Patent number: 8877219Abstract: Pesticidal compositions containing rosemary oil and/or wintergreen oil and methods for using same are disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2013Date of Patent: November 4, 2014Assignee: EcoSmart Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Steven M. Bessette, A. David Lindsay
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Patent number: 8871280Abstract: Compositions for treating fungal activity in plants, containing castor oil, water, at least one surface active agent, optionally pennyroyal oil, and optionally an agriculturally acceptable carrier. Methods of treating fungal activity in plants, involving administering to the plant or soil an effective fungal treating amount of castor oil, water, at least one surface active agent, optionally pennyroyal oil, and optionally an agriculturally acceptable carrier.Type: GrantFiled: September 12, 2011Date of Patent: October 28, 2014Assignee: The United States of America, as represented by the Secretary of AgricultureInventors: Dilip K. Lakshman, Kamlesh R. Chauhan
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Publication number: 20140314860Abstract: A multiparticulate composition includes a plurality of individual enteric coated cores containing one or more terpene-based active ingredients and having a continuous proteinaceous subcoating layer covering the individual cores and separating the individual cores from their respective enteric coatings. The continuous proteinaceous subcoating layer prevents volatile terpene-based active ingredients from leaving the core, even when the core is heated during processing or stored for long periods above room temperature. The multiparticulate composition may be used to treat gastrointestinal disorders.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 23, 2013Publication date: October 23, 2014Applicant: ZX PHARMA LLCInventors: SYED SHAH, FRED HASSAN
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Patent number: 8865234Abstract: Analgesic formulations to be applied topically that are reported to relieve moderate to severe pain due to tendonitis, fibromyalgia, shingles, insect bites and bee stings, ACL, arthritis, and sinus headaches. In many cases, test subjects report immediate pain relief with a single application and complete pain elimination with only a few applications. The formulations are in a coconut oil base which is skin friendly. The primary active ingredient is wrightia tinctoria, which when combined with other ingredients, causes the formulation to exhibit a synergistic effect on pain relief unexpected from using the ingredients alone or in combination.Type: GrantFiled: August 14, 2013Date of Patent: October 21, 2014Assignee: APPTEC, Inc.Inventors: Vilambi N R K Reddy, Anil Torgalkar, Regina A. Gallagher
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Publication number: 20140308376Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions useful in treating hyperpigmentation and the various signs of dermatological aging in human skin. The present invention also relates to cosmetic compositions and methods of using such compositions that improve the aesthetic appearance of skin. Further, the present invention relates to methods of applying the compositions to the skin to effect treatment and to improve the aesthetic appearance of skin, particularly, by providing anti-aging benefits to the skin.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 30, 2014Publication date: October 16, 2014Inventors: Harish Mahalingam, Christos D. Kyrou, Michael Traudt, Dmitri S. Ptchelintsev
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Publication number: 20140286990Abstract: A mud mask with real leaves is described. The mud mask is made by separating a leaf batch into a first sub-batch, a second sub-batch, and a third sub-batch. The first sub-batch is ground into a fine powder, while the second sub-batch remains as whole leaves and the third sub-hatch is chopped into partially chopped leaves. The fine powder and whole leaves are added to hot water for a period of time to form a brewed tea. Thereafter, the partially chopped leaves and mud components are added to the brewed tea to form a mud solution, which is mixed to form the mud product. The mud product is packaged and allowed to marinate, which allows the leaves to begin releasing their nutrients and antioxidants into the mud formula, after which the mud mask includes atypical and unusually high levels of nutrients, antioxidants and caffeine.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 3, 2014Publication date: September 25, 2014Applicant: Glamglow, Inc.Inventors: Shannon Beth Dellimore, Glenn Dellimore
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Patent number: 8840935Abstract: The invention relates to an orally administrable mucoadhesive film which comprises one or more bioactive ingredients and, as a major film-forming polymer, at least one alginate which is capable of forming a low viscosity aqueous solution. Also provided is a process for preparing such films.Type: GrantFiled: April 30, 2007Date of Patent: September 23, 2014Assignee: Biota Ltd.Inventors: Meir Haber, Thordis Kristmundsdottir, Skuli Skulason
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Patent number: 8834908Abstract: A pest-combating composition including sodium lauryl sulfate and one or more of C6-12 fatty acids, preferably lauric and/or capric and/or caprylic acid, soy methyl ester, and 2-undecanone, and methods of combating pests utilizing same, are disclosed. The compositions can include a carrier oil such as silicon oil, soy methyl ester, or a vegetable oil, and can be in the form of an emulsion. The composition may be constituted as a spray composition, an aerosol, a lotion, a paste, or another compositional form. Pests that may be usefully combated with such composition include flying insects, including flies, mosquitoes, and wasps, ants, including arthropods such as fire ants, ticks, fleas, cockroaches, silver fish, thrips, gnats, aphids, Japanese beetles, and agricultural and horticultural arthropods and insects including beetles (potato and bean), flea beetles, fleahoppers, squash bugs, slugs, leaf hoppers, harlequin bugs, milk weed bugs, spiders, mites, lice, rodents, and deer.Type: GrantFiled: February 22, 2012Date of Patent: September 16, 2014Assignee: HOMS, LLCInventor: Allen Jones
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Publication number: 20140245968Abstract: The invention is directed to a mixture of herbs that is cat-repellent. The mixture of herbs includes rosemary, peppermint, thyme, and clove. The herb mixture is generally contained within a sachet that further includes at least a cover which is permeable to the herbal odors. The inventive sachets may be placed around an object that has been sprayed by a cat to repel the cat and eliminate further cat-spraying.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 1, 2013Publication date: September 4, 2014Inventor: Martin R. DINNES
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Publication number: 20140234449Abstract: A dietary supplement for regulating the appetite of an individual is described. The dietary supplement comprises at least one mechanical satiety regulator, and at least one chemical satiety inducer, and may additionally comprise at least one thermogen, and/or at least one side effect remover. The dietary supplement induces satiety based on a combination of occupying part of the volume of the stomach, inducing sending signals to the brain in respect of satiety. Furthermore the dietary supplement may maintain or increase metabolism and reduce side effects such as the amount of produced flatulence. The dietary supplement may comprise fibre, whey, plant parts from plants e.g. of the genus Capsicum and plant parts from a species e.g. of the genus Mentha.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 3, 2014Publication date: August 21, 2014Applicant: D.xign LimitedInventors: Søren Vedel Saaby Nielsen, Claude Teisen-Simony
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Patent number: 8808765Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions useful in treating the various signs of dermatological aging in human skin. The present invention also relates to cosmetic compositions and methods of using such compositions that improve the aesthetic appearance of skin. Further, the present invention relates to methods of applying the compositions to the skin to effect treatment and to improve the aesthetic appearance of skin, particularly, by providing anti-aging benefits to the skin. Suitable anti-aging agents include 3,3?-thiodipropionic acid and/or its derivatives.Type: GrantFiled: August 13, 2012Date of Patent: August 19, 2014Assignee: Avon Products, IncInventors: Harish Mahalingam, Christos D. Kyrou, Michael Traudt, Dmitri S. Ptchelintsev
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Patent number: 8808736Abstract: A multiparticulate composition is formed from a plurality of individual cores including a hydrophobic phase containing peppermint oil dispersed in a microcrystalline cellulose-based gel and a hydrophilic phase containing a hydrogel. An enteric coating is over the individual cores. The multiparticulate composition can be used to treat gastrointestinal disorders.Type: GrantFiled: September 23, 2013Date of Patent: August 19, 2014Assignee: Zx Pharma, LLCInventors: Syed Shah, Daniel Hassan, Fred Hassan
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Patent number: 8802163Abstract: A natural soap is made using a herbal medicine decoction. The natural soap includes herbs including lotus roots, lotus leaves, red ginseng, Hippophae rhamnoides leaves and trunk, persimmon leaves, thuja orientalis, ginger, rosemary, black beans, black sesame, aloe, mulberry leaves, Orostachys japonicus, Angelica gigas, green tea, pine needles, mint, pleuropterus multiflorus, blueberry, and Acorus gramineus. A ripening device ripens the herbs in temperatures of 65 to 95° C. for 3 to 15 days, distilled water or soft water is poured onto the herbs, and the herbs mixed with the water are decocted by a decoction maker.Type: GrantFiled: January 7, 2013Date of Patent: August 12, 2014Inventor: Eun Joo Ko
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Publication number: 20140220164Abstract: Compositions useful for controlling pests are disclosed. In some embodiments, the composition includes a pesticidal natural oil and a polar aromatic solvent or an alkyl alcohol solvent. Methods of making and using the compositions are disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 8, 2014Publication date: August 7, 2014Applicant: 0903608 B.C. Ltd.Inventors: Karan MANHAS, Annett ROZEK
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Patent number: 8795735Abstract: The subject patent application relates to a skin salve which is comprised of (1) petrolatum, (2) beeswax, and (3) peppermint oil, wherein the beeswax is present in said salve at a level of at least 11 weight percent. The present invention also discloses a method for treating irritated skin which comprises topically applying a skin salve to the irritated skin, wherein the skin salve is comprised of (1) petrolatum, (2) beeswax, and (3) peppermint oil, wherein the beeswax is present in said salve at a level of at least 11 weight percent.Type: GrantFiled: October 1, 2008Date of Patent: August 5, 2014Inventor: Teresa D. Carter
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Patent number: 8771765Abstract: A composition and method for treating hair loss including glyceride of ricinus oil, eucalyptol, and mint oil. The treatment method includes the use of this composition periodically (three times per week) for a predetermined period of time (typically one month). The composition cleans the follicular area, reducing the concentration of DHT (dihydro-testosterone), thereby stimulating the growth of hair.Type: GrantFiled: December 22, 2009Date of Patent: July 8, 2014Inventor: Ailin Fernandez
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Patent number: 8765194Abstract: This invention replaces the practice of utilizing synthesized salicin compounds for use as anti-inflammatory components in topical pain relief compositions through the use of naturally occurring salicin in the form of Salix alba (white willow bark) botanicals. This invention is a compound of naturally occurring botanicals identified in the Natural Pharmacopeia as individually exhibiting anti-inflammatory and/or analgesic properties.Type: GrantFiled: August 2, 2012Date of Patent: July 1, 2014Inventors: Michelle Mills, Michael Hutsell
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Patent number: 8753695Abstract: A dry insect repellent includes a plurality of non-toxic natural essential oils and an amount of soybean oil, to facilitate even distribution of the active components throughout a dry carrier matrix. The dry carrier matrix facilitates storage, handling, and application of the dry insect repellent to a treatment area for the safe and effective control of mosquitoes and other pests.Type: GrantFiled: June 25, 2012Date of Patent: June 17, 2014Inventors: Lori Ann Porter, Powell Porter, Jess Storey
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Patent number: 8741271Abstract: Compositions for cleaning, disinfecting and sanitizing are described. The compositions comprise essential oils and are stable, non-toxic and environmentally sustainable. Also disclosed are deodorants and scalp refreshers having these properties.Type: GrantFiled: April 27, 2011Date of Patent: June 3, 2014Inventor: Danice Dombeck
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Publication number: 20140141108Abstract: In one embodiment, the present application provides an herbal supplement and method for treating bloating, constipation and/or weight gain in a human subject comprising orally administering to a subject in need thereof an effective amount of the herbal supplement comprising a red quebracho extract. In other embodiments, the supplement may additionally include a triterpenoid saponin, an anti-spasmodic agent, or both.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 5, 2013Publication date: May 22, 2014Applicant: KBS Research, LLCInventors: Kenneth BROWN, Brandi M. SCOTT
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Patent number: 8703210Abstract: A human consumable chemical compound of calcium carbonate which is coated with an impervious coating that will not allow the compound to dissolve from stomach acid but does allow it to dissolve in the aqueous environment of the intestine. The chemical compound is time released, and is positionally sensitive to reach the intestines of the human body where it is absorbed into the blood. Carbonic acid in the blood reacts upon the gradual dissolution of the compound and this reaction converts the calcium carbonate to calcium bicarbonate. Calcium bicarbonate in the blood neutralizes the body's harmful acidic wastes and is a substitute for drinking about fifty ounces of alkaline drinking water daily.Type: GrantFiled: August 10, 2005Date of Patent: April 22, 2014Assignee: Sang Lads, Inc.Inventor: Sang Y. Whang
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Patent number: 8691299Abstract: Disclosed is an ingestible insect repellent composition and method utilizing a mixture of vitamins and extracts of lemon, coffee and/or peppermint as active insect deterrent. The composition may be diluted for easier intake into water, juices, milk, soda, mixed drinks and other beverages. Exemplary embodiments disclosed herein may include creating a premix capable of providing up to 100% of the suggested daily intake of specific Vitamin when diluted in any appropriate beverage. Exemplary embodiments may be utilized to repel insects for hours after ingestion in both humans and animals. The exemplary embodiments may provide this repellant without the harmful effects of other chemicals and repellants.Type: GrantFiled: April 4, 2011Date of Patent: April 8, 2014Inventors: Deveral Bodden, Ana Carro
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Patent number: 8668943Abstract: A hair care composition that prevents hair loss and stimulates hair growth is disclosed. The hair care composition of the present invention comprises natural ingredients including one and/or more carrier oils, one and/or more essential oils, and fragrance oil. The preferred embodiment including Shea Butter, Extra Virgin Olive oil, Jojoba oil, Vanilla fragrance oil, Peppermint essential oil, Lavender essential oil, Tea Tree essential oil, Clary Sage essential oil, and Rosemary essential oil is provided.Type: GrantFiled: April 10, 2012Date of Patent: March 11, 2014Inventor: Gwendolyn L. Hall