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US 8,557,237 B2Granted
Crème comprising encapsulated bromelain for the skin, specifically for inhibiting ingrown hair
AssigneeMindfulnessfyb, Inc.
InventorsVenue C. Borden, Carol Artiss
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Abstract
A crème for use in connection with the treatment and prevention of ingrown hair. The crème basically comprises a carrier, preferably water and an active amount of encapsulated bromelain, the encapsulated bromelain preferably comprising an inert silicone, preferably cyclomethicone. Other components can be added to the composition, for example, beeswax, sunflower seed oil, shea butter and/or Tea Tree oil. The crème can be used to treat acne, as well.
Claims12
A crème comprising a carrier and encapsulated bromelain as an active ingredient,
- wherein said bromelain is encapsulated in inert silicone,
- wherein said encapsulated bromelain is present in an amount of about 0.15% of said crème, and
- wherein said encapsulated bromelain is in the range of size of about 0.5 to 0.8 microns.
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