Abstract: A method for reducing odor is provided. In one embodiment, the method comprises modifying the surface of silica particles with a transition metal so that the silica particles are bonded to the transition metal through a covalent or coordinate bond. The method further comprises contacting the modified silica particles with an odorous compound, the transition metal facilitating the capture of the odorous compound.

Abstract: A superabsorbent article of the invention having improved odour control and microbial control, comprises a liquid-impervious back layer, a liquid-absorbing intermediate layer containing a partially neutralized, acidic hydrophilic polymer, especially a surface-crosslinked polyacrylate, and a liquid-pervious, non-absorbing top layer, and is characterised by comprising an alkali-neutralising agent which is evenly distributed in said absorbing intermediate layer.

Abstract: A disposable secondary article includes a liquid-permeable substrate that has a garment-facing surface and a body-facing surface. A lotion is applied to the body-facing surface of the liquid-permeable substrate. The secondary article optionally includes an attachment means for attaching the secondary absorbent article to a primary absorbent article. Additionally, the secondary article optionally includes a cover to protect the lotion until just prior to use. The secondary article provides a caregiver or wearer an alternative to applying lotions by hand.

Abstract: A two-way stretch disposable diaper formed from four cooperating layers, a microfiber top layer to keep the wearer dry, an absorbent pad to collect body exudates, a waterproof layer to keep absorbed fluids within the pad, and a two-way stretch outer support layer. The top layer is formed as a cover for the absorbent pad which is designed to absorb urine and semi-liquid fecal material. The absorbent pad is backed by the waterproof layer or sheet which also covers the pad edges to prevent side leakage. The waterproof layer is anchored to a self-adhesive, two-way stretch support layer which constitutes an outer cover or support layer. The support layer derives its two way stretch and self adhesive qualities from its weave of alternate twist and/or crinkle threads. The support layer includes a plurality of holes in the waist band area which provide added ventilation and drainage when the diaper is used as swim-wear.

Abstract: A disposable absorbent article comprises a topsheet; a backsheet combined with the topsheet; a fluid storage layer disposed between the topsheet and the backsheet and adjacent to the backsheet; an intermediate layer disposed between the fluid storage layer and the topsheet. The intermediate layer has a body-facing surface and a garment-facing surface. The disposable absorbent article comprises an odor control system. The odor control system comprises an antimicrobial material disposed between the topsheet and the body-facing surface of the intermediate layer; an odor masking material disposed between the backsheet and the garment-facing surface of the intermediate layer; and an odor absorbing and/or adsorbing material disposed in the fluid storage layer. The antimicrobial material and the odor masking material are separated by the intermediate layer.

Abstract: Disclosed is a sanitary napkin containing polymeric absorbents and herbal ingredients, and more particularly to a functional sanitary napkin, in which a absorbent layer structure having the polymeric absorbents and herbal ingredients distributed thereon consists of three layers of non-woven fabric (or pulp) and is surrounded by a polymeric absorbent—containing surge layer made of an air-laid material, such that the ability to absorb menstrual blood is increased and the odor of the herbal ingredients is prevented from permeating undergarments, garments, bags and the like.

Abstract: Unpleasant odors following absorption of bodily fluids in hygiene articles are controlled by utilizing in the hygiene articles a composition comprising at least one keto acid as well as a superabsorbent.

Abstract: An absorbent article having a liquid permeable top layer, a liquid impermeable leakproof layer, and a liquid retentive absorbent layer interposed between the layers, wherein the absorbent layer has an odor-controlling member containing (a) 20 to 80% by weight of specific hydrophilic fiber or hydrophilic foam and (b) an odor-controlling agent, the odor-controlling member 9 being composed of a layer made up of a mutually dispersing mixture of component (a) and component (b) or being composed of adjacent layers separately comprising component (a) and component (b).

Abstract: Described are fiber materials having improved malodor scavenger properties and a process for the manufacture of said materials. In particular, described are fiber materials usable in the manufacture of disposable or washable diapers, incontinent products, sanitary napkins and other such hygiene and personal care articles with improved malodor scavenger properties, and to methods of manufacturing such materials. It has been found that the incorporation of, especially nanosized, metal particles and/or a cyclodextrin material into fibers creates a “reactive” material having excellent malodor scavenging properties. More specifically, it has been found that the presence of nanosized metal or metal alloy particles and/or a cyclodextrin material in a fiber material, preferably a synthetic polymer material and more preferably a synthetic thermoplastic polymer fiber material leads to fiber materials or nonwovens having odor-controlling properties.

Abstract: The invention relates to a suction body component which is suitable for the durable storage of body fluids and is used to absorb, skin-friendly, single-use products. The suction body component comprises a carrier material and a particulate super absorbing polymer material. The super absorbing polymer material has a core provided with an outer surface and at least one part of the outer surface thereof comprises a coating agent which is used to reduce the absorption rate of the core of the super absorbing polymer material. The coating agent of the super absorbing polymer material comprises a skin-care product.

Abstract: Absorbent product, such as a diaper, a sanitary napkin or an incontinence product, having a longitudinal and a lateral direction, including a back sheet, being distal from the body of the wearer in use of the product, and a top sheet, being proximal to the body of the wearer in use of the product, the product having a front part, a rear part and a crotch part lying between the front and rear parts, the product further including an absorbent structure, between the top and back sheet, extending longitudinally from the front part to the rear part, and whereby the product includes at least one starch-based odour control agent having a specific area of at least 5 m2/g, preferably at least 10 m2/g, more preferably at least 50 m2/g, even more preferably at least 100 m2/g, and most preferably at least 200 m2/g. Hereby, an enhanced capacity to absorb malodorous compounds of large size intervals in wet and dry systems is achieved.

Abstract: A disposable absorbent article with an associated polymer film that is positioned to be activated by contact with bodily fluids, wherein the polymer film can release odor control and/or skin wellness agents upon contact with such bodily fluids. The polymer film can release the odor control and/or skin wellness agents immediately, gradually over a period of time after contact with such bodily fluids, or a combination of both. The polymer film can also be used for household cleaning applications, in which the polymer film can similarly contain and subsequently release household cleaning agents upon contact with water.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a film-forming barrier composition useful for protecting the skin from body fluids, such as urine, feces, menses. The composition comprises a skin conditioning agent, a viscosity enhancing agent and an oleophilic film-forming agent. Optionally, the lotion may comprise skin care ingredients for treating or maintaining skin health. The composition may be applied to the skin by suitable delivery vehicles, such as absorbent articles or components thereof, sheet materials, pads, bandages, sponges, foam pads, pumps, sprays, depending on the viscosity of the composition.

Abstract: A lateral flow device for testing a bodily fluid, such as urine, blood, mucous, saliva, etc., is provided. The lateral flow device is configured to be attached to an absorbent article via an attachment mechanism located on the lateral flow device or the absorbent article. The lateral flow device includes a chromatographic medium (e.g., porous membrane) that defines a detection zone that provides a signal indicative of the presence or absence of the analyte. The device may also include a control zone that provides a signal indicative of whether a sufficient amount of bodily fluid has been provided and tested. Regardless of its specific configuration, the lateral flow device is configured to be attached onto the absorbent article to provide a user or caregiver with rapid information about a health condition. For example, the device may be attached onto a diaper to provide information about the presence of enzymes or other compounds often encountered with a patient having a urinary tract infection.

Abstract: A standalone smart disposable diaper, kit and method of using same are presented for use in indicating a need to change the device when soiled. The standalone smart disposable diaper includes an inner panel, an outer panel, an absorbent pad, an absorbent composition, at least one pair of detector electrodes interposed between the inner and outer panels; a circuit coupled to the detector electrodes; a signaling beacon coupled to the circuit; and a power supply coupled to the detector electrodes, to the circuit and to the beacon. The kit includes detector electrodes, the circuit, the beacon and the power supply operatively coupled to the detector electrodes, the circuit and the beacon. The method of using the kit to convert a standard disposable diaper into a standalone smart disposable diaper device includes the steps of acquiring, allowing, inserting, observing, obtaining, removing, taping, and wearing.

Abstract: Absorbent articles provided with an odor control system. The odor control system includes at least two classes of odor control materials, wherein one class acts on malodors or a malodorous substance in the absorbent article and a second class acts on nose receptors. The classes of odor control materials may be selected to provide a synergistic effect in terms of malodor reduction.

Abstract: Personal care products are provided. An exemplary personal care product includes a composition that is applied to the body or clothing, or an article applied against the body; a plurality of particles associated with the composition or a component of the article, the plurality of particles, at least some of the plurality of particles comprising a cyclodextrin complexing material and a first fragrance material, wherein the percent of the first fragrance material that is complexed with the cyclodextrin is greater than about 90%, so that the perceptibility of the first fragrance is minimized prior to its release; and a second fragrance material that is not complexed with the cyclodextrin and that is different from the first fragrance material, wherein the composition or article does not contain an antiperspirant active.

Abstract: The present invention relates to rhamnolipid-based formulations to clean, disinfect, deodorize, and act as an antimicrobial and antifungal agent for living and working environments. In addition, the present invention relates to the use of rhamnolipids to create a bio-film when applied to a surface, which prevents the growth of bacteria and fungus. This technique is especially useful to create clean surface areas for medical procedures, chemical testing, during food preparation, as well as for daycare centers and hospitals.

Abstract: The present invention generally provides a multi-layered protective article designed to be used in, for example, undergarments. The multi-layered protective article may not only create a barrier between the individual and the undergarment, but may also act as an absorbent. Further, the multi-layered protective article may contain a fragrance, a deodorant, lotions and/or medications. The protective article may also have tabs which allow the individual to easily remove a soiled layer to expose the clean under-layer. The protective article allows the individual to extend the life of the undergarment and, therefore, save money.

Abstract: An absorbent article has an absorbent material and an outer surface including an inhibitor which is partially bound to the absorbent material and substantially inhibits the colonization of bacteria within the absorbent article. An absorbent article has an absorbent material. The absorbent material has an outer surface. The absorbent article includes a pre-toxin limiting agent which is partially bound to the absorbent material and substantially retards the production of bacteria-produced toxins by the bacteria residing within the absorbent article. An absorbent article has an absorbent material. The absorbent material has an outer surface. The absorbent article includes a toxin enclosing agent. The toxin enclosing agent substantially inhibits the migration of toxin outwardly from within the absorbent article towards the outer surface of the absorbent article.

Abstract: A package has plurality of pouches that are separable by the line of weakness, one pouch contains unused feminine hygiene article and other pouch is capable of receiving used feminine hygiene article.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to personal care products such as diapers, training pants, feminine care articles, incontinence articles, bandages, and the like, that have been treated to enhance liquid intake and distribution performance characteristics and reduce leakage. Advantageously, the treated personal care products described herein not only reduce the viscosity and elasticity of viscoelastic fluids that come in contact with the treated product, but also reduce the fouling effect of such fluids.

Abstract: A deodorizing release liner for use in absorbent articles, such as sanitary napkins, is provided. More specifically, one or more surfaces of the release liner are coated with an ink that contains an odor control agent capable of reducing odor associated with a bodily fluid (e.g., menses, urine, etc.). The release liner is initially positioned adjacent to an adhesive located on the absorbent article. To use the absorbent article, the liner may be peeled away from the adhesive and then discarded, either alone or in conjunction with a used absorbent article (e.g., in a container).

Abstract: An absorbent core is provided including a substrate that performs at least one fluid handling function. At least a portion of at least one region of the substrate has been modified by aperturing, calendering, coating, creping, heating, printing, stretching, or a combination thereof to impart at least one different fluid handling function. The substrate is folded to provide a plurality of panels wherein at least a portion of one panel corresponds to at least a portion of the modified region of the substrate. An absorbent article including the absorbent core and a process for making the absorbent core are also disclosed.

Abstract: A cover material for an absorbent article including a fibrous nonwoven substrate, the substrate having a tortuousity value in the range of about 0.8 to about 3.0, and a particulate skin care material including a particulate material having a particle size in the range of about 1 micron to about 75 microns.

Abstract: A method of making a cover material for an absorbent article including the steps of providing a fibrous nonwoven substrate, the substrate having a tortuousity value in the range of about 0.8 to about 3.0, applying a particulate skin care material to the substrate, the particulate skin care comprising a particulate material having a particle size in the range of about 1 micron to about 75 microns, and applying a compressive force to the substrate to impregnate the substrate with the particulate skin care material.

Abstract: An article is applied to the body of an animal (including humans) to provide both absorbency and antimicrobial activity. The article may comprise a water absorbent material; and a composition that reacts with water to produce molecular iodine. The composition provides a local concentration (in the water) of at least 10 parts per million iodine in water carried by the material (that is actual water supported by the water absorbent material) when the material has 5% by weight of water present in the water absorbent. The article may be a diaper, sanitary pad, bandage, bandaid or wrap for an animal.

Abstract: An absorbent article includes a liquid pervious topsheet, a liquid impervious backsheet, and an absorbent core located between the topsheet and the backsheet. The absorbent article includes expanded starch particles to control odors. The expanded starch particles may be corn starch with an amylase content of at least 20% and a surface area of at least 100 m2/g.

Abstract: An absorbent article includes a plurality of derivatized expanded starch particles to control odor. The derivatized expanded starch particles include an expanded starch particle base and at least one transition metal chemically bonded to the expanded starch particle base. The transition metal is coordinatively bonded to a bridging compound and the bridging compound is covalently bonded or physically absorbed to a surface of the expanded starch particle bases.

Abstract: An evaporative pad comprising a plurality of layers of highly absorbent slit and expanded wicking papers and at least one layer of slit and expanded non-absorbent material carrying a coating of adsorbent particles bonded to exposed surfaces of the layer of non-absorbent material disposed between a pair of adjacent wicking layers in the pad. The wicking layers and non-absorbent layer coated with adsorbent particles are disposed in parallel overlying relationship to one another and bonded together to form the evaporative pad.

Abstract: The present invention aims to provide a sweat-absorbent sheet containing antimicrobial medical agent ingredient and effectively absorbing sweat and a disposable diaper having the sweat-absorbent sheet. A sweat-absorbent sheet comprises a base sheet and an antimicrobial medical agent ingredient integrated with the base sheet. The base sheet includes cellulose fiber. The medical agent ingredient is a quaternary ammonium salt. The base sheet is wetted with a solution of the quaternary ammonium salt and dried thereafter so as to be integrated with the quaternary ammonium salt. The sweat-absorbent sheet is available to a disposable diaper.

Abstract: This application relates to absorbent articles, to be worn by a user, comprising a backsheet and in addition a topsheet, and/or barrier cuffs, and/or leg cuffs, comprising on one or more surfaces thereof that are in contact with the skin of the user, a coating composition or partial coating with a particulate material dispersed in a carrier component. More particularly, said coating composition is a lotion composition that is transferable to the wearer's skin by normal contact and wearer motion and/or body heat. Preferred articles herein have at least such a topsheet and preferred are infant (baby) diapers, including training pants, and adult incontinence devices, sanitary napkins, panty-liners and the like.

Abstract: An absorbent article contains a hydrophilic fiber processed by a water-soluble deodorant containing a graft polymer having a deodorant functional group. This constitution ensures to have large deodorizing function per unit weight, compared to a particulate deodorant. Consequently, the constitution allows to decrease a weight of the deodorant and to excel in deodorizing function. Moreover, it is unnecessary to fix the deodorant and easy to compound with the absorbent article. Therefore, it allows to obtain an absorbent article having excellent aesthetics and cleanness.

Abstract: An absorbent product combination comprising a wearable absorbent article comprising one or more fragrance compositions capable of producing one or more fragrances. Also provide is an enclosed pouch joined to the absorbent article, the enclosed pouch having a wipe article disposed therein, wherein the wipe article comprises one or more fragrance compositions that produce one or more fragrances.

Abstract: The present invention relates to articles, preferably disposable absorbent articles like sanitary napkins and pantiliners, which comprise a cationic polysaccharide, typically chitin-based material and/or chitosan material, and an acidic pH buffering means. Such disposable absorbent articles deliver improved odor control performance even upon prolonged wearing time of the articles.

Abstract: An absorbent article (20) has a longitudinal-direction (22), a lateral cross-direction (24), an overall longitudinal article-length, an overall lateral article-width, and an intermediate portion (76) interposed between a pair of longitudinally opposed end portions (72). The article comprises a backsheet (28), a liquid-permeable topsheet (26), an absorbent body (30) sandwiched between the backsheet (28) and the topsheet (26) and at least one wing-panel (42) which is operatively connected to the intermediate portion (76) of the article (20). The wing-panel extends laterally beyond at least one lateral side edge of the backsheet (28) in the intermediate portion (76) of the article, and the wing-panel (42) is configured to wrap about an undergarment. The wing-panel includes an operative quantity of odor-control material, and at least one, laterally-outboard wing-section of the wing-panel (42) can be sufficiently sized and shaped to operatively enclose the article (20) for disposal.

Abstract: An absorbent article for absorbing body waste. The includes a permeable liner having a body-facing surface oriented for facing a wearer when the absorbent article is worn and an absorbent-facing surface opposite the body-facing surface, an outer cover, and an absorbent body positioned between the liner and the cover. A Yucca sp. extract is positioned between the body-facing surface of the liner and the outer cover.

Abstract: An inter-labium product capable of disintegration in water, fitted to the inter-labium part; and a surface-side sheet for inter-labium product that simultaneously realizes comfortability at wearing of the inter-labium product and capability of water disintegration such that the inter-labium product is disintegrated when thrown in flush water of water closet after use. The surface-side sheet for use in an inter-labium product fitted to the inter-labium part is comprised of hydrophilic fibers composed of single fibers and fibril fibers having fuzzes branched from the surface thereof, wherein at least some of the branched fuzzes link the single fibers and the fibril fibers to each other. Thus, not only can the wet tensile strength be increased but also inter-fibrous bonds are slowly decomposed in the presence of a large amount of water to thereby enable disposal of the inter-labium product in a flush toilet.

Abstract: A formulation effective in reducing the pH in a menstruating vagina or in a tampon inserted therein to below pH 5.5, comprising (a) 3–80% by weight of a solid organic acid polymer; (b) 92–15% by weight of a solid organic acid; and (c) 5–30% of a wetting agent. Also disclosed is a delivery system for releasing an active agent comprising: (a) a deposition comprising the active agent; and (b) a polymeric support on which the deposition is deposited. The delivery system is especially useful in a catamenial tampon for insertion in a human vagina which comprises (a) an inner core comprising an absorbent material; (b) an outer layer comprising a liquid permeable material; and (c) the delivery system.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the field of absorbent articles for feminine hygiene. The absorbent articles of the present invention are capable to perform colour changes in response to an external stimulus. These colour changes are visible to the users of such articles. The external stimuli herein are pressure, temperature and light.

Abstract: A personal care system (80) comprises a plurality of kit items, and an assembly mechanism (82) which holds the kit items together in a cooperating, combined unit. In a particular aspect, the kit items can include a substitute undergarment (20), and a supplemental absorbent article (34) configured to cooperate with the substitute undergarment (20). In further aspects, the system can also include a first treatment-component (56) configured to provide a first treatment-type, along with at least a second treatment-component (58) configured to provide a second treatment-type that differs from the first treatment-type.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a film-forming barrier composition useful for protecting the skin from body fluids, such as urine, feces, menses. The composition comprises a skin conditioning agent, a viscosity enhancing agent and an oleophilic film-forming agent. Optionally, the lotion may comprise skin care ingredients for treating or maintaining skin health. The composition may be applied to the skin by suitable delivery vehicles, such as absorbent articles or components thereof, sheet materials, pads, bandages, sponges, foam pads, pumps, sprays, depending on the viscosity of the composition.

Abstract: An absorbent article which includes a phase change material capable of adding or removing heat to or from at least a portion of the absorbent article to perform a useful function on the article. The phase change material may be activated by an action of the wearer or caregiver or by environmental conditions between the article and wearer.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a disposable absorbent article. The disposable absorbent article of the present invention includes a fluid storage layer disposed between the topsheet and backsheet and having a body-facing surface and a garment-facing surface opposing the body-facing surface. The fluid storage layer contains a superabsorbent material. The disposable absorbent article further includes an odor reduction layer disposed at either the body-facing surface side or the body-facing surface side of the fluid storage layer. The odor reduction layer contains a metalphthalocyanine material. The disposable absorbent article further includes an isolation means disposed between the superabsorbent material and the odor reduction layer for isolating the metalphthalocyanine material from contacting at least a part of the superabsorbent material.

Abstract: An odor controlling material and an absorbent article containing material for removing or reducing odor emanating from certain gaseous and liquid compounds in body fluid. The odor controlling material includes conventional absorbent materials such as silica, alumina, silicates, and natural and synthetic aluminosilicates that are doped with one or more dopants, which have the same or similar chemical characteristics as the gaseous or liquid compounds in the body fluid to be absorbed. These dopants include fatty acids and their derivatives, amines and their salts, ammonia, alcohols, aldehydes, ketones, heterocompounds containing at least one nitrogen, sulfur or oxygen atom and mixtures thereof. The odor control material is suitable for incorporation in an absorbent article such as a pantiliner or a sanitary napkin.

Abstract: An absorbent product (1) comprising a flexible support (2), having a first layer (4) and a second layer (3) of granulated clay material, and a porous fibrous fabric (5) apt to secure said first and second layer (3, 4) on said flexible support (2) arranged at the top thereof.

Abstract: An absorbent personal care device, such as an interlabial pad, tampon, sanitary pad or liner, or incontinence product adapted to deliver a therapeutic agent to the vaginal epithelium for systemic and topical treatment, the tampon including absorbent material and a formulation including a therapeutic agent, wherein the therapeutic agent is a botanical. The botanical may be, but is not limited to, Agnus castus, aloe vera, comfrey, calendula, dong quai, black cohosh, chamomile, evening primrose, Hypericum perforatum, licorice root, black currant seed oil, St. John's wort, tea extracts, lemon balm, capsicum, rosemary, Areca catechu, mung bean, borage seed oil, witch hazel, fenugreek, lavender, soy, heath, cranberries, blueberries, azaleas, red onion skin, short red bell peppers, long red bell peppers, beet root extract, capsanthin, whortleberry, lingenberry, chokeberry, sweet rowan, rowanberry, seabuckhrouberry, crowberry, strawberries, or gooseberries.

Abstract: A novel article and method are disclosed for reducing malodor in disposable products for the absorption of body fluids. An effective amount of pentitol is applied to a disposable absorbent material, prior to its use. In one aspect, the invention provides a water-swellable, water-insoluble, hydrogel-forming polymeric absorbent material. In one aspect, the pentitol is compositionally part of the absorbent structure or is coated on the absorbent material present in the absorbent structure. The pentitol preferably is located in the area of insult, i.e., that area of the absorbent product to be exposed to the body fluid intended to be absorbed. The pentitol in the novel article and method of the present invention is a compound selected from the group consisting of ribitol, D-arabinitol, L-arabinitol, and xylitol or a combination of one or more compounds selected from the group consisting of ribitol, D-arabinitol, L-arabinitol, and xylitol effective in preventing malodor.

Abstract: The present invention relates to disposable absorbent articles comprising skin health and odor control additives for the treatment and prevention of skin irritation. The skin health treatment additive comprises an oil soluble wax that forms a tight lattice to protect the skin, and vitamins, lipids and triglycerides to protect and replenish the skin. Such disposable absorbent articles of the present invention are especially advantageous for the treatment and skin breakdown leading to partial full thickness wounds or pressure ulcers.

Abstract: An odor control system is formed by treating cellulose fibers with a partially neutralized carboxylic acid odor control agent. The odor control system absorbs odor and inhibits formation of various odor-producing bacteria. The odor control system is useful in the absorbent cores of a wide variety of personal care and medical absorbent garments.