Abstract: Vitaminized air fresheners and room deodorizers are disclosed which permit occupants to directly receive and enjoy the benefits of vitamins with little or no effort intra-nasally. A method for the continuous release of a vitamin containing composition for the delivery of discrete droplets intra nasally absorbed vitamins such as, but not limited to A, C, and D is also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a powder, odor and moisture absorbing composition, which is safe for use on human skin comprising from about 0.1% to about 25%, by weight of the composition, of uncomplexed cyclodextrin; from about 5% to about 60%, by weight of the composition, of a highly effective moisture absorber; and a powder carrier. The compositions of the present invention may also contain an additional odor controlling agent selected from the group consisting of zeolites, activated charcoal, sodium bicarbonate, antimicrobial agents, and antiperspirants.The present invention also relates to methods of using the compositions of the present invention to reduce body odor and excess moisture on occluded skin sites.

Abstract: The present invention encompasses methods of controlling environmental malodors on human skin comprising the application to the skin of a composition comprising from about 0.1% to about 5%, by weight of the composition, of solubilized, water-soluble, uncomplexed cyclodextrin; and an aqueous carrier. The compositions can also comprise one or more of the following optional components: a linear dimethicone having a nominal viscosity of about 350 ecentistokes or less; low molecular weight polyols; water-soluble antimicrobial preservatives; zinc salts; water-soluble polymers; soluble carbonate and/or bicarbonate salts; chelating agents; zeolites; activated carbon; and mixtures thereof. The compositions can be applied directly as a spray, poured from a bottle and applied by hand, or applied via a wipe.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an odor absorbing composition, which is safe for use on human skin comprising from about 0.1% to about 5%, by weight of the composition, of solubilized, water-soluble, uncomplexed cyclodextrin; from about 0.1% to about 36%, by weight of the composition, of an oil phase selected from the group consisting of emollients, moisturizers, and skin protectants; an emulsifier; and an aqueous carrier. The odor absorbing compositions of the present invention may also contain an effective amount of hydrophobic antimicrobials.The present invention also relates to methods of using the compositions of the present invention to reduce body odor and/or vaginal odor. The composition can be applied directly as a spray, poured from a bottle and applied by hand, or applied via a wipe.

Abstract: Disclosed is a composition comprising a substance encapsulated within a water-sensitive matrix so as to be releasable upon contact with water or aqueous solutions, mixed with particles of inorganic carrier material carrying a poorly water-soluble oil, such that the composition is stable at high relative humidity. Also disclosed are consumer products comprising said compositions and methods for making said compositions.

Abstract: This invention provides an air freshener dispenser device which has a taper candle feature. The taper candle consists of (1) a combustible encapsulant ingredient, and (2) a cellulosic matrix (such as cotton or rayon yarn) which has a content of a chemically-bound air freshener constituent such as geraniol, citronellal or menthol. The linkage between the air freshener and cellulosic matrix can be an ether or carbonate ester covalent bond. When the taper candle is ignited, it burns with a flame combustion, and there is a controlled release of the air freshener constituent into the atmosphere.

Abstract: The present invention encompasses a method of controlling malodors on human skin comprising the application to the human skin of a composition comprising from about 0.1% to about 5%, by weight of the composition, of solubilized, water-soluble, uncomplexed cyclodextrin; from about 0.1% to about 36%, by weight of the composition, of an oil phase selected from the group consisting of emollients, moisturizers, and skin protectants; an emulsifier; and an aqueous carrier. The compositions may also optionally comprise one or more of the following: hydrophobic antimicrobials; water-soluble antimicrobial preservatives; low molecular weight polyols; zinc salts; water-soluble polymers; soluble carbonate and/or bicarbonate salts; chelating agents; zeolites; activated carbon; and mixtures thereof. The compositions can be applied directly as a spray, poured from a bottle and applied by hand, or applied via a wipe.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a perfumed aqueous, odor absorbing composition comprising from about 0.1% to about 5%, by weight of the composition, of solubilized, water-soluble, uncomplexed cyclodextrin; from about 0.5% to about 30%, by weight of the composition, of a linear dimethicone having a nominal viscosity of 350 centistokes or less; from about 0.004% to about 2%, by weight of the composition, of a perfume composition; and an aqueous carrier; wherein the perfume composition is safe for use on skin. The odor absorbing compositions of the present invention may also contain an effective amount of solubilized, water-soluble, antimicrobial.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an odor absorbing composition, which is safe for use on skin, comprising from about 0.1% to about 5%, by weight of the composition, of solubilized, water-soluble, uncomplexed cyclodextrin; from about 0.1% to about 36%, by weight of the composition, of an oil phase selected from the group consisting of emollients, moisturizers, skin protectants, and mixtures thereof; one or more surfactants; from about 0.004% to about 2%, by weight of the composition, of a perfume composition; and an aqueous carrier. The odor absorbing compositions of the present invention may also, preferably, contain an effective amount of hydrophobic antimicrobials. The present invention also relates to the odor absorbing compositions deposited on a flexible dispensing means.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a perfume-free odor absorbing composition, which is safe for use on skin comprising from about 0.1% to about 5%, by weight of the composition, of solubilized, water-soluble, uncomplexed cyclodextrin; from about 0.1% to about 36%, by weight of the composition, of an oil phase selected from the group consisting of emollients, moisturizers, skin protectants, and mixtures thereof; one or more surfactants each having a hydrophilic/lipophilic balance of about 8-18, and wherein each surfactant, when combined with an aqueous cyclodextrin solution, provides no less than about 25% a level of odor capture as an aqueous cyclodextrin solution; and an aqueous carrier. The odor absorbing compositions of the present invention may also contain an effective amount of hydrophobic antimicrobials.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of reducing body odor, vaginal odor, and excess moisture comprising the application to skin of a perfumed powder composition comprising from about 0.1% to about 25%, by weight of the composition, of uncomplexed cyclodextrin; from about 5% to about 60%, by weight of the composition, of a highly effective moisture absorber; a perfume composition selected from the group consisting of from about 0.05% to about 15%, by weight of the odor absorbing composition, of an encapsulated perfume, and from about 0.01% to about 5% by weight of the odor absorbing composition of a free perfume, and mixtures thereof; and a powder carrier.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a perfumed powder, odor and moisture absorbing composition, which is safe for use on skin comprising from about 0.1% to about 25%, by weight of the composition, of uncomplexed cyclodextrin; from about 5% to about 60%, by weight of the composition, of a highly effective moisture absorber; a perfume composition selected from the group consisting of from about 0.05% to about 15%, by weight of the odor absorbing composition, of an encapsulated perfume, and from about 0.01% to about 5% by weight of the odor absorbing composition of a free perfume, and mixtures thereof; and a powder carrier. The compositions of the present invention may also contain an additional odor controlling agent selected from the group consisting of zeolites, activated charcoal, sodium bicarbonate, antimicrobial agents, and antiperspirants.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of reducing body and/or vaginal odor comprising the application to skin of an odor absorbing composition comprising from about 0.1% to about 5%, by weight of the composition, of solubilized, water-soluble, uncomplexed cyclodextrin; from about 0.1% to about 36%, by weight of the composition, of an oil phase selected from the group consisting of emollients, moisturizers, skin protectants, and mixtures thereof; one or more surfactants; from about 0.004% to about 2%, by weight of the composition, of a perfume composition; and an aqueous carrier wherein the odor absorbing composition is safe for use on skin. The odor absorbing compositions of the present invention may also, preferably, contain an effective amount of hydrophobic antimicrobials.

Abstract: The present invention encompasses methods of controlling environmental malodors on skin comprising the application to the skin of a composition comprising from about 0.1% to about 5%, by weight of the composition, of solubilized, water-soluble, uncomplexed cyclodextrin; from about 0.004% to about 2%, by weight of the composition, of a hydrophilic, volatile perfume composition comprising at least about 50% by weight of one or more hydrophilic, volatile perfume ingredients wherein each ingredient has a boiling point of about 260.degree. or lower, and a ClogP of less than about 3.5, and an aqueous carrier. The compositions can be applied directly as a spray, poured from a bottle and applied by hand, or applied via a wipe.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of reducing body and/or vaginal odor comprising the application to skin of perfume-free, odor absorbing compositions comprising from about 0.1% to about 5%, by weight of the composition, of solubilized, water-soluble, uncomplexed cyclodextrin; from about 0.1% to about 36%, by weight of the composition, of an oil phase selected from the group consisting of emollients, moisturizers, skin protectants, and mixtures thereof; one or more surfactants each having a hydrophilic/lipophilic balance of about 8-18 and wherein each surfactant, when combined with an aqueous cyclodextrin solution, provides no less than about 25% a level of odor capture as an aqueous cyclodextrin solution; and an aqueous carrier wherein the odor absorbing composition is safe for use on skin. The odor absorbing compositions may also, preferably, contain an effective amount of hydrophobic antimicrobials.

Abstract: A silicone-containing phospholipid having the general formula: ##STR1## wherein: A is selected from H, M or R.sub.9 --Y--;A.sub.1 is selected from H, OH, OM or R.sub.9 --Y--O--;M is a cation;Y is alkylene;x is 0 or an integer from 1-5; andR.sub.9 is a mixture of a organosilicone carboxyl functional moiety of the formula: ##STR2## wherein: R.sub.10 is the silicone backbone chain to which at least one pyrrolidone containing carboxyl functional group is attached;F is linear or branched alkylene of 1-12 carbon atoms;X.sup.- is an anion;n is 0 or 2;n.sup.1 is 0 or 1;n.sup.2 is 0 or 1;B is --NR.sub.11 sulfur or oxygen, wherein R11 hydrogen or lower alkyl (C.sub.1-6); andd is one or greater;an organic amidoamine moiety and/or an organic tertiary amine moiety.

Abstract: The present invention relates to gelling liquid polyethylene glycol at room temperature with calcium acetate.

Abstract: Malodorous substances resulting from the decomposition of organic products derived from living organisms, such as acrolein, ammonia, aldehydes, cadaverine, indole, alkaloids including primary and/or secondary amines, butyric acid and skatole, separately or in combination, which may be included in polluted air escaping from rendering plants or cooks, poultry and seafood processing plants, food canneries, tanneries, sewage treatment plants or excrement receptacles, or which may be carried by or impregnated in fabrics, can be rendered unobjectionable by treatment of such air, facilities or products with metallic material including inorganic metal salts such as chlorides, sulfates, nitrates and phosphates, oxides and hydroxides. Suitable metals include aluminum, copper, iron, nickel and zinc. Usually the metallic material is carried by or contained in a liquid vehicle, but in some instances may be used in powder form.

Abstract: Imides reduce odors. Imides are especially efficient at reducing the odors of odoriferous an amine or ammonia. The imides may be incorporated in pads which are the recipients of odoriferous waste materials, dispersed in holding tanks or lagoons or dispersed over human and animal wastes. Polysuccinimide, copolymers of polysuccinimide, polyglutarimide and mixtures thereof are especially useful for the reduction of odors, especially of ammonia and an amine.

Abstract: A deodorant porous polymer having excellent deodorant effects is provided. The deodorant porous polymer is in the shape of substantially uniform particulates or an aggregate thereof, and is obtained by the hydrolysis and polycondensation of at least one alkoxide selected from the group consisting of inorganic alkoxides and metal alkoxides through the use of a sol-gel method. Also provided is a deodorant fibrous material that includes a fibrous substrate and a deodorant porous polymer as mentioned above, which is combined with the fibrous substrate in the physically-combined state and/or the chemically-combined state.

Abstract: Deodorant compositions containing at least two aldehydes include at least one aldehyde selected from acyclic aliphatic aldehydes, non-terpenic aliphatic aldehydes, non-terpenic alicyclic aldehydes, terpenic aldehydes, aliphatic aldehydes substituted by an aromatic group and bifunctional aldehydes; and one aldehyde selected from aldehydes possessing a non-aromatic unsaturation carried by the carbon which is alpha to the aldehyde, aldehydes possessing an unsaturation alpha to the aldehyde function conjugated with an aromatic ring, and the aldehydes in which the aldehyde group is on an aromatic ring.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an aqueous composition for reducing malodor impression. The composition comprises from about 0.01% to about 1%, by weight of the composition, of perfume wherein the perfume preferably comprises ingredients having a Clog P of 3 or smaller. Optionally, but preferably, the composition comprises from about 0.1% to about 5%, by weight of the composition of, water-soluble cyclodextrin, from about 0.1% to about 10%, by weight of the composition, of water-soluble metallic salt, from about 0% to about 3%, by weight of the composition, of solubilizing aid. The composition is essentially free of any material that would soil or stain fabric and contains less than about 5%, by weight of the composition of low molecular weight monohydric alcohols.

Abstract: Composition in the form of a stable dispersion. This composition comprises:(a) from 60 to 98% by weight of an aqueous phase, and (b) from 2 to 40% by weight of an oily phase, said oily phase being dispersed in said aqueous phase and stabilized using cubic gel particles, said particles being essentially formed of:(i) 0.1 to 15% by weight, relative to the total weight of the composition, of at least one component selected from the group consisting of 3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-1,2,3-hexadecanetriol or phytanetriol, N-2-alkoxycarbonyl derivatives of N-methylglucamine and unsaturated fatty acid monoglycerides, and(ii) 0.05 to 3% by weight, relative to the total weight of the composition, of a dispersing and stabilizing agent, said agent being selected from the group consisting of surface-active agents which are water-soluble at room temperature, containing a linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated fatty chain having from 8 to 22 carbon atoms.

Abstract: This composition for deodorizing animal faeces such as liquid manure, in particular liquid pig manure, is characterized in that it comprises: (a) at least one normal superphosphate; (b) at least one compound chosen from undecylenic acid, its esters and its polyoxyalkyle-mated esters; and optionally (c) sodium perborate. The constituent (a) is in particular a normal superphosphate containing approximately 16-18% by weight of P.sub.2 O.sub.5. The constituent (b) is in particular methyl undecylenate.The composition is formulated, for example, order to be able to treat animal faeces with up to approximately 10,000 ppm of the constituent (a); up to approximately 1000 ppm of the constituent (b); and up to approximately 500 ppm of active O.sub.2 form the constituent (c), these amounts being calculated with respect to the weight of the animal faeces to be treated.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a stable, aqueous odor-absorbing composition, for use on inanimate surfaces. The composition comprises from about 0.1% to about 5%, by weight of the composition, of solubilized, water-soluble, uncomplexed cyclodextrin, an effective amount of a solubilized, water-soluble, antimicrobial preservative having a water-solubility of greater than about 0.3%, optional perfume, and an aqueous carrier.The composition is essentially free of any material that would soil or stain fabric and has a pH of greater than about 3. The composition can be incorporated into a spray dispenser to create an article of commerce that can facilitate treatment of articles and/or surfaces with uncomplexed cyclodextrin solutions of a level that is effective yet is not discernible when dried on the surface.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel sulfonates based upon alcohol perfumes. The sulfonates have the general formulas of (I) and (II): ##STR1## where R and Z are independently selected from the group consisting of nonionic or anionic, substituted or unsubstituted C.sub.1 -C.sub.30 straight, branched or cyclic alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, alkylaryl or aryl group; Y is a radical that, upon hydrolysis of the sulfonate, forms an alcohol with a boiling point at 760 mm Hg of less than about 300.degree. C. that is a perfume; and excluding geranyl and neryl methanesulfonates. Preferably these sulfonate compounds are incorporated into laundry and cleaning compositions.

Abstract: A fiber is incorporated with a titanium oxide or other photocatalyst and an adsorbent comprising a phosphate of a tetravalent metal and a hydroxide of a divalent metal. The amounts of the photocatalyst and the adsorbent based on the total amount of the fiber are, about 0.1 to 25% by weight and about 0.1 to 25% by weight, respectively. The fiber may have a composite structure such as sheath-core structure in which the concentration of the photocatalyst in the sheath is higher than that of the core, and may be a fiber having a modified cross section.

Abstract: Titanium oxide particles comprising particulate titanium oxide substrate having a zinc oxy compound or a combination of a zinc oxy compound and a silicon oxy compound supported thereon. They can be produced by adding a zinc compound or a combination of a zinc compound and a silicon compound together with an alkali to a dispersion of particulate titanium oxide substrate to neutralize the zinc compound or the combination of the zinc compound and the silicon compound in said dispersion, then separating and drying the resultant product. They are useful for pigments, catalysts, catalyst supports and adsorbents, and particularly excellent in deodorizing performance by removing malodorous gases such as ammonia, methyl mercaptan, hydrogen sulfide, trimethylamine, methyl sulfide and acetaldehyde through decomposition and adsorption thereof, so that they are useful as white deodorants for sanitary objects such as paper diaper and sanitary napkins which come to directly contact with the skins of human beings.

Abstract: There is provided a composition containing divalent manganese and a method for preparing the compound. The compound is stable but has good activity and reactivity to be able to use as a deodorizer.

Abstract: Compositions and methods are disclosed for sanitizing aqueous media, which combine a chlorine-source composition and a glycoluril-source composition. The compositions are added together or separately, continuously or periodically, and by any of a variety of methods. The glycoluril compound stabilizes the chlorine and prolongs its useful life as a microbicidal agent while additionally reducing the formation of chloramines, trihalomethanes and odors.

Abstract: A material for removing offensive odors, which efficiently removes offensive odors, especially aldehydes, without being influenced by the ambient atmosphere such as humidity. It contains at least one acid salt selected from the group consisting of acid salts of aniline halides, acid salts of esters of aminobenzoic acid, acid salts of sulfanilamide or its derivatives, acid salts of aminoacetanilide and acid salts of aminoacetophenone. It may be supported on a porous carrier. The removing capacity of the material is not lowered by the variation of the ambient atmosphere of humidity and temperature. The material efficiently removes aldehydes.

Abstract: A colored, soap-gelled composition, comprising an alcohol, a soap in an amount effective to gel the composition, an alkali metal bicarbonate, and an inorganic pigment. Whereas alkali metal bicarbonate deodorant compositions colored with FD & C or D & C colorants do not exhibit stable color for extended periods of time, the compositions of the present invention, using inorganic pigments, exhibit stable color for extended periods, even under accelerated, e.g., high temperature, conditions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a stable, aqueous odor-absorbing composition, for use on inanimate surfaces. The composition comprises from about 0.1% to about 5%, by weight of the composition, of solubilized, water-soluble, uncomplexed cyclodextrin, from about 0.01% to about 1%, by weight of the composition of low molecular weight polyols. Optionally, but preferably, an effective amount of solubilized, water-soluble, antimicrobial preservative, having a water-solubility of greater than about 0.3% and perfume. The composition is essentially free of any material that would soil or stain fabric.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an aqueous composition for reducing malodor impression. The composition comprises from about 0.1% to about 20%, by weight of the composition, of solubilized, water-soluble alkali metal salt selected from the group consisting of carbonate salts, bicarbonate salts, and mixtures thereof, from about 0.01% to about 1%, by weight of the composition, of perfume. Optionally, but preferably, the composition comprises from about 0% to about 5%, by weight of the composition, of solubilized, water-soluble cyclodextrin, and from about 0% to about 3%, by weight of the composition, of solubilizing aid. The composition is essentially free of any material that would soil or stain fabric and contains less than about 5%, by weight of the composition, of low molecular weight monohydric alcohol, and has a pH of from about 7.5 to about 10.5.

Abstract: Provided is a composition comprising a non-ionic surfactant, an anionic surfactant, a carboxylic acid, a volatile oil, an amine, a nitrogen source, and water. This composition is useful in treating composting material used for cultivating edible fungi such as mushrooms to significantly reduce the malodorous gases normally associated therewith. Mushrooms and other edible fungi grown on such treated compost material exhibit enhanced nutritional qualities, including lower sodium levels and increased protein levels compared to fungi grown on conventionally prepared compost.

Abstract: Antibacterial and deodorant polyester for fiber which is much improved in melt viscosity, is prepared by adding the melt viscosity enhancers represented by the following general formulas I to IV and compounding with zirconium phosphate: ##STR1##

Abstract: Compositions and methods for reducing post perm odors, via reaction with hair aldehydes, by contacting the hair with a polyhydric phenol, particularly resorcinol or its derivatives, before, during, or after application of a reducing agent-containing waving lotion. The polyhydric phenol should have the following formula (I): ##STR1## wherein R'=H or OH,R=H or C.sub.1 -C.sub.12 alkyl,C.sub.1 -C.sub.12 alcohol,C.sub.1 -C.sub.12 aldehyde, ora ketone having formula (II) ##STR2## wherein n=0-12, R"=C.sub.1 -C.sub.12 alkyl, and wherein n+number of carbons in R"=1-12.

Abstract: Paperboard packaging material is disclosed for use in the manufacture of cartons for products which give off significant odors or aromas. The packaging material is treated to absorb odors generated by the products packaged in the packaging material. For this purpose, the paperboard packaging material is coated on one surface with an odor sorbing coating composition comprising activated carbon dispersed in an aqueous binder system. The odor sorbing coating covers substantially all interior surfaces of cartons formed from the packaging material to provide an effective concentration of activated carbon sufficient to render the contents substantially odor-free.

Abstract: A method of reducing malodor in the environment by using a (1:1) dialkali monometal polyfunctional organic ligand chelate is disclosed. The 1:1 metal complex functions as an oxidation catalyst in the presence of oxygen to neutralize odor causing materials. The odor is chemically neutralized by the 1:1 metal complex, not just masked by a stronger scent.

Abstract: A dispenser for space spraying an aerosol composition comprising a container for containing the aerosol composition and a metering device for space spraying a metered amount of he composition. The composition comprises active ingredient and propellant wherein the propellant is dissolved in the active ingredient. In preferred form, the composition comprises a non-aqueous solution containing 20-85% w/w active ingredient, 0-25% w/w co-solvent and 15-80% w/w propellant.

Abstract: An antibacterial and antifungal composition which comprises an antibacterial and antifungal material carried on a porous particle carrier is provided. Preferably, the porous particle carrier is a silica gel particle. The antibacterial and antifungal material is at least one metal complex salt, and can contain plant extracts and the like in addition to the metal complex salt. At least a portion of the surface of the above-mentioned carrier having the antibacterial and antifungal composition can be coated with a coating material.

Abstract: Disclosed are solid oxidizer compositions that provide either hypochlorous or hypobromous acid for disinfecting water systems comprising either of the following mixtures: (a) approximately 50-99.99% by weight of trichloro-s-triazinetrione and 0.01-50% by weight of glycolurils of the following structure: ##STR1## wherein R and R.sub.1 are members selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, lower alkyl radicals of from 1-4 carbon atoms and phenyl, and X is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, chlorine and bromine and a, b, c, d and e are integers of from 0-1;and (b) approximately 50-99.99% by weight of trichloro-s-triazinetrione, 0.01-50% by weight of glycolurils of the above structure (a) and 0-20% by weight of an alkali bromide salt.

Abstract: A deodorant comprising: (1) (a) a carrier formed of 70-94 percent by weight of at least one inorganic material selected from a group consisting of silica gel, MgO, and talc; and (b) 6-30 percent by weight of transition metal oxide or alloy; and (2) a catalytic metal adsorbed on the carrier in an amount of 0.2-1 percent by weight based on weight of the carrier, and a method for the production thereof.

Abstract: Titanium oxide particles comprising particulate titanium oxide substrate having a zinc oxy compound or a combination of a zinc oxy compound and a silicon oxy compound supported thereon. They can be produced by adding a zinc compound or a combination of a zinc compound and a silicon compound together with an alkali to a dispersion of particulate titanium oxide substrate to neutralize the zinc compound or the combination of the zinc compound and the silicon compound in said dispersion, then separating and drying the resultant product. They are useful for pigments, catalysts, catalyst supports and adsorbents, and particularly excellent in deodorizing performance by removing malodorous gases such as ammonia, methyl mercaptan, hydrogen sulfide, trimethylamine, methyl sulfide and acetaldehyde through decomposition and adsorption thereof, so that they are useful as white deodorants for sanitary objects such as paper diaper and sanitary napkins which come to directly contact with the skins of human beings.

Abstract: A deodorant containing deodorizing ingredients extracted from Oleaceae family plants obtained through a tissue culture by means of a medium with plant growth regulators as cytokinins and/or copper ions added for a highly efficient promotion of production of the deodorizing ingredients within cells of the Oleaceae family plants.

Abstract: Oral care compositions containing hop acids or their salts are effective in inhibiting Gram positive bacteria which can cause plaque or periodontal disease. A representative composition is a toothpaste containing tetrahydroisohumulone.

Abstract: A method of entrapping a water-soluble substance in vesicles formed from a siloxane surfactant is carried out by dissolving the substance to be entrapped in water, adding a siloxane surfactant, mildly agitating the mixture, and removing excess of water and substance. Water-insoluble substances can be entrapped in the vesicles by dissolving the substance to be entrapped in the siloxane surfactant, and mildly agitating the substance and the siloxane surfactant. Suitable siloxane surfactants are R--[Si(Me).sub.2 O].sub.14 --Si(Me).sub.2 --R in which R is --(CH.sub.2).sub.3 (OCH.sub.2 CH.sub.2).sub.7 OH, R--[Si(Me).sub.2 O].sub.14 --Si(Me).sub.2 --R in which R is --(CH.sub.2).sub.3 (OCH.sub.2 CH.sub.2).sub.12 OH, Me.sub.3 SiO[Si(Me).sub.2 O].sub.22 --[SiMeRO].sub.2 --SiMe.sub.3 in which R is --(CH.sub.2).sub.3 (OCH.sub.2 CH.sub.2).sub.12 OH, and Me.sub.3 SiO[Si(Me).sub.2 O].sub.103 --[SiMeRO].sub.10 --SiMe.sub.3 in which R is --(CH.sub.2).sub.3 (OCH.sub.2 CH.sub.2).sub.12 OH.

Abstract: This invention provides a deodorant composition in the form of gel containing chlorine dioxide, which comprises a gel product obtained by gelling an aqueous solution of stabilized chlorine dioxide with the use of both a polyethylene-imide having a molecular weight of from 10,000 to 100,000 and an epoxide crosslinking agent. The gel typed deodorant composition according to this invention is effective for deodorizing sulfur-containing compounds, has a high strength because of its solid gel form and a long-term stability, and is easy to handle including the time of exchanging the deodorant composition for another one.

Abstract: A spirogyra controlling and deodorant composition contains the cortex of Japanese cedar and/or Japanese cypress or an extract thereof. This serves to suppress or prevent the occurrence of spirogyra and maladous odor in water or on moist surface in fish rearing aquarium, pond, marsh, water culture or the like.

Abstract: The present invention provides a cordless thermal vaporizer of the liquid type wherein the body of the vaporizer has a heater for heating a wick for drawing up a chemical solution from a bottle, and a socket disposed under the heater and removably fittable in the form of a cap to the bottle for attachment thereto. The body is reduced in weight and thereby made attachable to an electric outlet with stability. The solution bottle can be attached directly to the socket of the body and is therefore easy to replace.