US4608370A
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Skin formulation
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1985-03-04
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Granted: 1986-08-26
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Expires: 2005-03-04
Abstract
Abstract Skin treating composition comprising about 3 to about 7 parts salicylic acid, about 8 to 12 parts resorcinol, about 8 to about 12 parts lactic acid, and about 60 to about 90 parts ethyl alcohol, by weight. The composition is applied to the face, and after approximately a week, causes light peeling of dead surface skin together with removal at least some blemishes, imparting a youthful and healthy complexion.
Inventors
- 👤 Richard B. Aronsohn
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 09:43
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61Q; A61Q19/00; A61K; A61K8/00; A61K8/18; A61K8/30; A61K8/33; A61K8/34; A61K8/347; A61K8/36; A61K8/365; A61K8/368; A61K2800/00; A61K2800/20; A61K2800/28; A61K2800/74; A61K2800/75; A61Q19/08; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S424/00; Y10S424/02; Y10S424/04
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
71 words
A face treating composition effective when applied to the face to cause the epidermis to dry up and producing light peeling of dead surface skin, without any substantial irritating effect to the skin, which consists essentially of about 3 to about 7 parts salicylic acid, about 8 to about 12 parts resorcinol, about 8 to about 12 parts lactic acid and about 60 to about 90 parts ethyl alcohol, by weight.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
71 words
A face treating composition effective when applied to the face to cause the epidermis to dry up and producing light peeling of dead surface skin, without any substantial irritating effect to the skin, which consists essentially of about 3 to about 7 parts salicylic acid, about 8 to about 12 parts resorcinol, about 8 to about 12 parts lactic acid and about 60 to about 90 parts ethyl alcohol, by weight.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
28 words
The composition as defined in claim 1, consisting essentially of about 5% salicylic acid, about 9.5% resorcinol, about 9.5% lactic acid and about 76% ethyl alcohol, by weight.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
38 words
A method for face treatment which comprises applying to the face the composition of claim 1, causing the epidermis to dry up and producing light peeling of dead surface skin without any substantial irritating effect to the skin.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
46 words
A method for treating the face to impart a youthful and healthy complexion, which comprises applying to the face the composition of claim 2, causing an initial skin glow, and thereafter peeling and removal of dead surface skin, without any substantial irritating effect to the skin.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1989-08-25 | 1990-02-24 | 1990-08-26 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1993-08-25 | 1994-02-24 | 1994-08-26 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1997-08-25 | 1998-02-24 | 1998-08-26 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |