COLGATE-PALMOLIVE COMPANY Patent applications |
Patent application number | Title | Published |
20160128918 | USE OF BENZYL ALCOHOL AS A DEFOAMING AGENT - Use of benzyl alcohol as a defoaming agent and an antimicrobial agent in an oral care composition including a surfactant. Also described is a method of manufacturing an oral care composition including forming an oral care base composition, subsequently combining the oral care base composition with a defoaming agent and at least one surfactant to form the oral care composition; and defoaming the oral care composition. The surfactant is combined with the oral care base composition no later than the defoaming agent. The defoaming agent is benzyl alcohol. | 05-12-2016 |
20160106643 | ANTIPERSPIRANT ACTIVE COMPOSITIONS AND MANUFACTURE THEREOF - An antiperspirant active composition comprising an aluminum salt, the aluminum salt (i) having an aluminum to chloride molar ratio of 0.3:1 to 3:1; and (ii) having a species of polyhydroxyoxoaluminum cation detectable it 76 ppm by | 04-21-2016 |
20160081910 | AEROSOL ANTIPERSPIRANTS - An aerosol antiperspirant composition comprising: at least one active antiperspirant ingredient, a bis-vinyl dimethicone/dimethicone copolymer, a silicone solvent, at least one fatty acid ester and at least one propellant. | 03-24-2016 |
20160051833 | KIT CONTAINING PHOTOSENSITIZING DYES - Generally regarded as safe (GRAS) dyes can be used as photosensitizing dyes in oral compositions to provide anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory efficacy. Embodiments include oral care compositions including photosensitizing dyes, methods of making the compositions, methods of using the compositions, and kits containing the compositions and light emitting devices. | 02-25-2016 |
20160051461 | ANTIMICROBIAL COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING ESSENTIAL OIL COMBINATIONS - The invention provides antibacterial combinations of essential oils comprising bisabolol and one or more essential oils selected from citral, carvacrol, oregano extract, and rosemary, or comprising carvacrol and one or more essential oils selected from bisabolol, thymol, and rosemary, together with compositions, e.g., oral care compositions, comprising these combinations, and uses therefore. | 02-25-2016 |
20160038385 | Oral Care Composition and Processes for Preparing Same - Described herein are processes for preparing an alcohol-free aqueous liquid toothpaste composition which is usable as a mouthwash, the liquid toothpaste being an oil-in-water emulsion with a clear appearance. | 02-11-2016 |
20160030330 | ORAL CARE COMPOSITION CONTAINING PUMICE AND CALCIUM CARBONATE - Disclosed are oral care compositions comprising an abrasive system, wherein the abrasive system comprises (a) a first particulate abrasive comprising at least 20 wt % pumice, based on the weight of the oral care composition, having an average particle size of from 20 to 300 microns; and (b) a second particulate abrasive comprising calcium carbonate having an average particle size of from 2 to 13 microns. There is also disclosed a method of cleaning teeth comprising applying the oral care composition to a tooth surface, the oral care composition being applied as a paste disposed in a prophy cup. | 02-04-2016 |
20160030319 | TWO COMPONENT COMPOSITIONS CONTAINING TETRABASIC ZINC-AMINO ACID HALIDE COMPLEXES AND CYSTEINE - Provided are compositions, e.g., oral and personal care products, comprising (i) a tetrabasic zinc-amino acid or trialkyl glycine-halide complex, and (ii) cysteine in free or in orally or cosmetically acceptable salt form, together with methods of making and using the same. | 02-04-2016 |
20160017261 | FABRIC CONDITIONER - A fabric conditioner composition comprising: a cationic fabric softener, and 0.02 to 0.32% by weight of an amino-functional, epoxide group containing silicone polymer having a weight average molecular weight of 400,000 to 900,000. Also, a method of reducing wrinkles on fabric during laundering comprising laundering the fabric with a composition comprising 0.02 to 0.32% by weight of an amino-functional, epoxide group containing silicone polymer having a weight average molecular weight of 400,000 to 900,000. The polymer is unexpectedly effective at low levels of use. | 01-21-2016 |
20160000667 | Two-Phase Dentifrices - Described herein are toothpastes comprising a first dentifrice comprising a calcium carbonate abrasive and a second dentifrice comprising a zinc ion source in a gel base, wherein the second dentifrice is entrained as a stripe in the first dentifrice, as well as products comprising the toothpaste and methods of making and using the same. | 01-07-2016 |
20160000542 | Replacement Head for An Oral Care Implement, And Oral Care Implement And Method Of Utilizing The Same - A replacement head for an oral care implement, such as a powered toothbrush, wherein the replacement head utilizes a specially designed structure for coupling the replacement head to an oral care implement body. In one embodiment, the invention can be a replacement head comprising: a head having a plurality of tooth cleaning elements mounted thereto; a tubular sleeve comprising a cavity for receiving a stem of the body, a proximal edge defining an opening into the cavity, and a distal end to which the head is coupled, the tubular sleeve comprising a locking tab for engaging an undercut surface of a locking section of a boss. | 01-07-2016 |
20150366767 | NON-STAINING TOOTHPASTE - The present invention relates to a dentifrice which does not excessively stain toothbrush bristles, for example, a pigmented toothpaste formulations having a pigment system which comprises (i) a dissolvable or disintegratable film comprising one or more releasable pigments which are released during brushing, and (ii) titanium dioxide, wherein the level of titanium dioxide is 0.01-0.375% by weight of the toothpaste; together with methods of making and using the same. | 12-24-2015 |
20150366766 | PEROXIDE-STABLE ORAL CARE COMPOSITIONS - Described herein are oral care compositions comprising (i) a peroxide whitening agent comprising a whitening complex of crosslinked polyvinylpyrrolidone complexed with hydrogen peroxide, (ii) sodium acid pyrophosphate (Na | 12-24-2015 |
20150361017 | Processes for Making Magnolol Derivatives - Described herein are high yield methods for making magnolol derivatives, together with novel intermediates and uses thereof. | 12-17-2015 |
20150351634 | Method for Evaluating the Potential of a Test Composition to Inhibit Demineralization or Promote Remineralization of Enamel - In situ methods of evaluating the potential of a test composition to inhibit demineralization of the tooth enamel and/or to promote remineralization of acid-softened enamel using quantitative light fluorescence (QLF), e.g., by using an intra-oral appliance comprising tooth substrates to permit application of test composition to the substrate when in the mouth and erosive challenge when outside the mouth, and measuring the degree of mineralization or demineralization of the tooth substrate by in the presence and absence of treatment with the test composition. | 12-10-2015 |
20150342851 | TWO COMPONENT COMPOSITIONS CONTAINING ZINC AMINO ACID HALIDE COMPLEXES AND CYSTEINE - Provided are compositions, e.g., oral and personal care products, comprising (i) a zinc (amino acid or trialkyl glycine) halide complex, and (ii) cysteine in free or in orally or cosmetically acceptable salt form, together with methods of making and using the same. | 12-03-2015 |
20150342337 | ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT COMPRISING MIRROR AND LIGHT DISTRIBUTIVE ELEMENT, AND METHOD OF FORMING THE SAME - An oral care implement, such as a toothbrush, that comprises a mirror and a light pipe adjacent the mirror. In one embodiment, the invention can be an oral care implement comprising a body comprising a handle portion and a head portion; a mirror coupled to the body; a light source coupled to the body, and a light pipe coupled to the body and surrounding at least a portion of the mirror, the light pipe operably coupled to the light source to distribute light emitted by the light source through the light pipe. | 12-03-2015 |
20150337240 | FABRIC CONDITIONER - A fabric conditioner composition comprising an amino-functional, epoxide group containing silicone polymer having a weight average molecular weight of 400,000 to 900,000 a branched amine functional silicone. The branched amine functional silicone can be of structure R | 11-26-2015 |
20150337239 | Fabric Conditioner Containing an Amine Functional Silicone | 11-26-2015 |
20150335554 | ZINC AMINO ACID HALIDE MOUTHWASHES - Disclosed herein are mouthwashes comprising a complex of a zinc ion source acid. Methods of making and using the compositions are also provided. | 11-26-2015 |
20150335553 | ZINC-LYSINE COMPLEX - The invention provides a zinc-lysine complex having the formula [Zn(C | 11-26-2015 |
20150335552 | TEETH WHITENING METHODS, VISUALLY PERCEPTIBLE SIGNALS AND COMPOSITIONS THEREFOR - Described herein are methods of cleaning a tooth comprising administering a composition comprising a zinc amino acid halide complex to the oral cavity; and retaining the composition in the oral cavity for a time sufficient to form a precipitate. | 11-26-2015 |
20150335549 | Oral Care Composition Containing Ionic Liquids - An oral care composition is provided wherein the composition comprises an ionic liquid, wherein the ionic liquid comprises: a) a quaternary ammonium cation of the formula wherein R | 11-26-2015 |
20150335548 | Oral Care Composition - An oral care composition is provided which comprises a therapeutically effective amount of at least one ionic liquid for use in removing or reducing plaque, inhibiting the amount of bacteria in an oral cavity, inhibiting biofilm formation and/or degradation in an oral cavity and teeth whitening. | 11-26-2015 |
20150335547 | ORAL CARE COMPOSITION CONTAINING IONIC LIQUIDS - An oral care composition comprising a compound, wherein the compound comprises: (a) a cation; and (b) an anion, wherein the compound has two or more of (i) an atomic polarizability of from 20 to 60, (ii) a Kier flexibility index of from 2 to 20 and (iii) a molar refractivity of from 3 to 10 is provided. | 11-26-2015 |
20150335542 | CONTROLLED DELIVERY WHITENING COMPOSITIONS - Described herein are dual component oral care systems comprising a first component comprising a peroxygen compound and having a first pH and a second component comprising at least one salt of a weak mono or polyprotic acid and having a second pH wherein the second pH is higher than the first pH and is less than 10.0 wherein when combined the first and second components form a tooth-whitening composition having a pH of greater than 6.0 and less than 10.0 is provided. | 11-26-2015 |
20150335541 | Stable Metal Ion Containing Compositions - Disclosed herein are oral care compositions comprising: a) one or more pyrophosphate compounds, wherein the total concentration of pyrophosphate compounds in the composition is 0.5 wt % to 1.5 wt %, based on the weight of the oral care composition; b) one or more thickening gums, wherein the total concentration of thickening gums in the composition is 1.25 wt % to 1.6 wt %, based on the weight of the oral care composition; and c) a metal ion source. | 11-26-2015 |
20150335539 | ORAL CARE COMPOSITION - The present invention relates to an oral care composition with a high water content which has improved robustness towards microbial challenge. The oral care composition includes compositions comprising from 0.125 wt % to 0.75 wt % of a water soluble source of stannous ions, wherein the composition comprises at least 50 wt % water and wherein the source of stannous ions is selected from the group consisting of stannous chloride, stannous pyrophosphate, stannous formate, stannous acetate, stannous gluconate, stannous lactate, stannous tartrate, stannous oxalate, stannous malonate, stannous citrate, stannous ethylene glyoxide, and mixtures thereof. | 11-26-2015 |
20150335145 | ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING AN ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT - A method of manufacturing an oral care implement, comprises: (a) providing a head and a first part of a handle connected to the head, the first part having a first surface; (b) providing the head with at least one cleaning element; and (c) attaching a second part of the handle to the first part of the handle, which second part has a second surface and houses an assembly comprising a timer and a user-notification device that is configured to output a notification in dependence on a state of the timer, so that the first part is connected to the head at a distal end of the handle, the second part defines a proximal end of the handle, and the first and second surfaces together define an exterior surface of the handle. | 11-26-2015 |
20150329799 | Fabric Conditioning Composition - A fabric conditioning composition comprising an emulsion of particles in an aqueous vehicle, the particles comprising (a) an esterquat comprising an alkyl dialkanol amine esterquat of a fatty acid, wherein from at least 90 wt % to up to 100 wt % of the esterquat is comprised of diesterquat and from 0 wt % to up to 10 wt % of the esterquat is comprised of monoesterquat, and the fatty acid is substantially saturated and has an iodine value of less than 5, and (b) a water swellable cationic polymer. | 11-19-2015 |
20150328120 | ORAL CARE COMPOSITION COMPRISING AN AMADORI COMPOUND - The present invention relates to oral care compositions and methods of inhibiting microbial biofilm formation and/or degrading a microbial biofilm. Disclosed herein are oral care compositions comprising an Amadori compound having a glucose moiety and an amino acid moiety. The Amadori compound has use for inhibiting oral microbial biofilm formation and/or degrading an oral microbial biofilm in the oral cavity of a mammalian subject. | 11-19-2015 |
20150328118 | ORAL CARE COMPOSITION COMPRISING ZINC AMINO ACID HALIDES - Disclosed herein are oral care compositions comprising a zinc amino acid halide. Methods of making and using the compositions are also provided. | 11-19-2015 |
20150328117 | ZINC AMINO ACID/TRIMETHYLGLYCINE HALIDE - The invention provides a personal care composition for application to the skin which comprises a personal care composition for application to the skin or hair comprising a zinc X halide and a cosmetically acceptable base, wherein X is an amino acid or trimethylglycine. Methods of making and using the compositions are also provided. The zinc X halide is can be used to deliver zinc salts to block perspiration and provide antibacterial effects. | 11-19-2015 |
20150328113 | Oral Care Composition Containing Ionic Liquids - The present invention relation to an oral care composition comprising an ionic liquid wherein the ionic liquid comprises: (a) a pyrazolium cation and (b) an anion selected from the group consisting of acetate, halide, phosphate, alkyl phosphate, sulphate, alkyl sulphate and tosylate is provided. | 11-19-2015 |
20150328112 | ORAL CARE PRODUCTS COMPRISING ZINC OXIDE AND TRIMETHYLGLYCINE - Described herein are oral care compositions comprising a mixture of zinc oxide and trimethylglycine, in free or orally acceptable salt form. Methods of making and using the compositions are also provided. | 11-19-2015 |
20150328111 | ORAL CARE PRODUCTS COMPRISING A TETRABASIC ZINC-AMINO ACID-HALIDE COMPLEX - Described herein are oral care compositions comprising a tetrabasic zinc halide and an amino acid; along with methods of making and using the same. | 11-19-2015 |
20150328110 | ORAL GEL COMPRISING ZINC-AMINO ACID COMPLEX - Disclosed herein are dentifrices comprising a zinc amino acid halide, which provide a precipitate of zinc oxide upon use with dilution with water and/or saliva. Methods of making and using the dentifrices are also provided. | 11-19-2015 |
20150328097 | Antiperspirant Active Compositions and Manufacture Thereof - A method of making an antiperspirant active composition and the use of a heating step at elevated temperature to convert Al | 11-19-2015 |
20150328096 | ORAL CARE PRODUCTS COMPRISING TETRABASIC ZINC CHLORIDE AND TRIMETHYLGLYCINE - The invention provides oral care compositions comprising a mixture of tetrabasic zinc halide and trimethylglycine, in free or orally acceptable salt form. Methods of making and using the compositions are also provided. | 11-19-2015 |
20150328095 | COMPOSITION WITH ZINC AMINO ACID/TRIMETHYLGLYCINE HALIDE PRECURSORS - A personal care composition for application to the skin or hair comprising a cosmetically acceptable carrier and zinc X halide precursors wherein the precursors are a zinc ion source, an X source, and a halide source, wherein the halide source can be part of the zinc ion source, the X source, or a halogen acid, wherein the precursors can complex into the zinc X halide when the composition is applied to the skin or hair, wherein X is an amino acid or trimethylglycine. Methods of making and using the compositions are also provided. When the precursors complex into a zinc X halide, the complex can be used to deliver zinc salts to block perspiration and provide antibacterial effects. | 11-19-2015 |
20150328094 | ORAL CARE COMPOSITION - The present invention relates to a tooth whitening oral care composition, the use of abrasives in such an oral care composition, a method of polishing tooth enamel, and an oral care kit comprising the oral care composition. | 11-19-2015 |
20150327667 | ORAL CARE SYSTEM - An oral care system including a toothbrush and a dispenser that is detachably coupled thereto. In one aspect, the invention can be an oral care system comprising: a toothbrush comprising a handle, a head and a plurality of tooth cleaning elements extending from the head; and a dispenser detachably coupled to the toothbrush, the dispenser comprising a housing, a first reservoir chamber disposed in the housing containing a first oral care material, and a second reservoir chamber disposed in the housing containing a second oral care material, the second oral care material different than the first oral care material. | 11-19-2015 |
20150327666 | METHOD OF MANUFACTURING AN ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT - Provided is a method of manufacturing an oral care implement, the method comprising: providing a member and providing a group of non-parallel tooth cleaning elements that together define therebetween a conically-shaped cavity, wherein the tooth cleaning elements extend through a passage formed in the member so that respective first portions of the tooth cleaning elements are disposed on a first side of the member and respective second portions of the tooth cleaning elements are disposed on a second side of the member; and then fixing together the second portions of the tooth cleaning elements at the second side of the member. | 11-19-2015 |
20150327660 | TISSUE CLEANER AND ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT - An oral care implement is provided, in one embodiment, with a plurality of spaced-apart tissue cleaning pads ( | 11-19-2015 |
20150321797 | MULTI-CHAMBER CONTAINER - Provided is a multi-chamber container for dispensing flowable substances, comprising: a base face lying in a plane; first and second storage chambers for storing respective first and second flowable substances; and a receptacle having a first cavity, a second cavity, a divider separating the first cavity from the second cavity, and a rim surrounding the first and second cavities and the divider, a first portion of the rim being further from the plane in a direction orthogonal to the plane than a second portion of the rim, and the divider extending from the first portion of the rim to another portion of the rim; wherein the first cavity has a first aperture in fluid communication with the first storage chamber, the second cavity has a second aperture in fluid communication with the second storage chamber, and each of the first and second cavities has an opening via which the first and second flowable substances are respectively dispensable from the container. | 11-12-2015 |
20150320649 | ABRASIVE COATINGS FOR PEROXIDE-CONTAINING COMPOSITION - Described herein are oral care compositions comprising (i) a peroxide whitening agent, and (ii) an abrasive in the form of particles, wherein the particles are pre-coated with a coating layer composed of a coating material selected from at least one substantially saturated C | 11-12-2015 |
20150320192 | ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT - Disclosed is an oral care implement comprising: a body having a head portion having a front side and a rear side, at least one cleaning element disposed at the front side of the head portion of the body, and a rim extending from the rear side of the head portion of the body, wherein the rim includes one or more weakened portions and extends along a perimeter region of the head portion of the body; and resilient material disposed at the rear side of the head portion of the body, wherein the rim is disposed around at least a portion of the resilient material. | 11-12-2015 |
20150313827 | PERSONAL CLEANSING COMPOSITIONS CONTAINING ZINC AMINO ACID/TRIMETHYLGLYCINE HALIDE - Provided is a personal cleansing composition for application to the skin which comprises a zinc X halide present in an amount to provide at least 0.36 weight % of the composition of zinc, and a surfactant, wherein X is an amino acid or trimethylglycine. Methods of making and using the compositions are also provided. The zinc X halide is can be used to deliver zinc salts to reduce or prevent sunburn, kill bacteria, or reduce perspiration. | 11-05-2015 |
20150313822 | ZINC AMINO ACID COMPLEX WITH CYSTEINE - Provided are compositions, e.g., oral and personal care products, comprising (i) a tetrabasic zinc-amino acid or trialkyl glycine-halide complex, and (ii) cysteine in free or in orally or cosmetically acceptable salt form, together with methods of making and using the same. | 11-05-2015 |
20150313821 | ANTIPERSPIRANT PRODUCTS WITH PROTEIN AND ANTIPERSPIRANT SALTS - The invention provides antiperspirant formulations comprising a protein and an antiperspirant salt in combination with a cosmetically acceptable carrier, together with methods of making and using these complexes and compositions. | 11-05-2015 |
20150313350 | ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT - An oral care implement having a grip component. In one embodiment, the invention can be an oral care implement comprising: an elongated body comprising a head portion and a handle portion, the handle portion comprising a socket; at least one tooth cleaning element mounted to the head portion of the elongated body; and a first grip component comprising: an annular rim defining a central opening, the annular rim formed of a rigid material; and a resilient body mounted to the annular rim that covers the central opening, the resilient body formed of a resilient material; the first grip component mounted within the socket. | 11-05-2015 |
20150306008 | ZINC AMINO ACID HALIDE COMPLEX WITH CYSTEINE - Provided are compositions, e.g., oral and personal care products, comprising (i) a zinc amino acid halide complex, and (ii) cysteine in free or in orally or cosmetically acceptable salt form, together with methods of making and using the same. | 10-29-2015 |
20150297500 | Surfactant Systems for Zinc Containing Compositions - Disclosed are oral care compositions comprising an orally acceptable vehicle, a basic amino acid in free or salt form, particles of precipitated calcium carbonate, a source of zinc ions, and a surfactant system selected from at least one of a poloxamer nonionic surfactant and a betaine zwitterionic surfactant or a mixture thereof. | 10-22-2015 |
20150297491 | Manufacturing Processes for Gellan Gum-Based Fluid Gels - Disclosed is a method of manufacturing a fluid gel, the method comprising adding metal cations to the gellant dispersion while retaining the pH at no greater than 3; and adding a pH modifying agent to the gellant dispersion to increase the pH of the gellant dispersion to greater than 3. | 10-22-2015 |
20150297480 | Dentifrice Compositions Changing of Color When Tooth Brushing - Described herein are powder coated films comprising a polymer matrix designed for use in a toothpaste to indicate a color change during brushing, dentifrice compositions comprising the films, and methods of making and using the same. | 10-22-2015 |
20150296970 | ORAL CARE DISPENSER - A dispenser for dispensing a mixture of oral care materials. In one aspect, the invention can be a dispenser ( | 10-22-2015 |
20150293075 | METHOD FOR TESTING ORAL MALODOR - The present invention relates to a method for testing oral malodor, in particular oral malodor from coffee. Described herein are methods for testing the efficacy of an oral care composition to reduce oral malodor, the method comprising the steps of: a) cleaning at least a part of the oral cavity with an oral care composition; b) testing a sample of exhaled breath from the cleaned oral cavity to provide a test result representing a amount of at least one oral malodor component detected in the exhaled breath; c) exposing the oral cavity to an oral malodor material including or capable of forming the at least one oral malodor component; and d) testing a sample of exhaled breath from the oral cavity to provide a test result representing an amount of the at least one oral malodor component detected in the exhaled breath. | 10-15-2015 |
20150265511 | SYSTEM PROVIDING PERHYDROLASE-CATALYZED REACTION - Described herein are packages for storing and dispensing multi-part tooth whitening formulations, comprising a deformable material configured to form two or more sealed chambers, e.g., wherein the first chamber contains a low viscosity liquid solution comprising an enzyme having perhydrolytic activity, and the second chamber contains a peroxide source and a at least one acyl donor substrate. Particular multi-part tooth whitening formulations using this principle and methods of use thereof are also provided. | 09-24-2015 |
20150216291 | TISSUE CLEANER AND ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT - An oral care implement is provided, in one embodiment, with a plurality of spaced-apart tissue cleaning pads ( | 08-06-2015 |
20150196469 | MOUTHWASH - The invention provides mouthwash formulations having improved taste, coupled with good whitening efficacy, which comprise a whitening agent such as hydrogen peroxide together with a combination of a first acid such as citric acid and a second acid such as phosphoric acid. In further embodiments, the mouthwashes may comprise a sucralose and saccharin combination, an acidic polymer, one or more anticalculus agents, e.g., alkali pyrophosphate salts, copolymers of maleic anhydride and methyl vinyl ether and other ingredients. | 07-16-2015 |
20150150367 | ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT AND METHOD OF FORMING THE SAME - An oral care implement having a multi-colored interface. In one embodiment, the invention can be an oral care implement comprising: a handle; and a head comprising: a pre-formed cleaning element assembly having a head plate and a plurality of tooth cleaning elements mounted to the head plate, the head plate formed of a material having a first color; a support body having a socket, the support body formed of a material having a second color; a multi-colored interface formed between a perimeter of the socket and a perimeter of the head plate; and the head plate fused to the support body along at least a portion of the multi-colored interface. | 06-04-2015 |
20150148282 | Multiphase Surfactant Fragrance Composition - A multicomponent composition separating surfactant and fragrance into separate phases to increase the fragrance release from the composition. | 05-28-2015 |
20150144585 | BOTTLE - Provided is a bottle ( | 05-28-2015 |
20150132242 | Method of Making an Aluminum Salt Composition - A method of making aluminum salt compositions using a combination of a basic organic buffer with a source of alkaline earth metal ions. This selection of basic organic buffer provides for a lower alkaline earth metal salt content in the composition made by the method. | 05-14-2015 |
20150118167 | SYSTEM PROVIDING ENZYME-CATALYZED REACTION - Described herein are packages for storing and dispensing multi-part tooth whitening formulations, wherein the contents of the parts are mixed, a peracid and/or dioxirane whitening agent is formed. Particular multi-part tooth whitening formulations using this principle and methods of use thereof are also provided. | 04-30-2015 |
20150114436 | LIQUID ACTIVATION SYSTEM - Described herein are systems for removing selected components, e.g., stabilizing agents or preservatives, from a liquid composition just prior to use, using activated charcoal or an affinity matrix filter, together with variant and alternative designs, methods of making and using the product, and components thereof. | 04-30-2015 |
20150086486 | COLOR CHANGING COMPOSITIONS - Described herein are oral care compositions comprising an antibacterial agent and a dissolvable film comprising a pigment which provide a color change signal after a sufficient period of brushing, wherein the dentifrice base has water activity less than 0.78 and comprises anionic polymer in free or salt form 10-25% by weight of the dentifrice base, and anionic surfactant less than 3% by weight; together with methods of making and using the compositions. | 03-26-2015 |
20150040335 | ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT - An oral care implement ( | 02-12-2015 |
20150037266 | ORAL CARE WHITENING COMPOSITIONS - Described herein are whitening compositions comprised of a peroxide component, and an adhesion system, which effectively provide whitening using a remarkably low level of peroxide. Methods of making and using these compositions are also described herein. | 02-05-2015 |
20150033487 | METHOD OF FORMING A HEAD PLATE AND FORMATION OF ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT USING THE SAME - A method of forming a head plate for enhanced cleaning action during brushing. In one embodiment, the invention can be a method of forming a head plate comprising: a) forming a mounting plate comprising a first section and a second section, the first section separated from the second section by a gap, a groove formed into the second section that extends from the gap to a cleaning element location; b) positioning the mounting plate in a mold cavity; c) injecting a molten resilient material into the mold cavity so that the molten resilient material: (1) flows into the gap; (2) flows into the groove; and (3) flows into a cleaning element chamber; and d) solidifying the molten resilient material, the solidified resilient material in the gap coupling the first and second sections of the plate together, the solidified resilient material in the cleaning element chamber forming a first resilient tooth cleaning element. | 02-05-2015 |
20150033485 | ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT HAVING FLEXIBLE HANDLE - An oral care implement having a flexible handle. In one embodiment, the invention can be an oral care implement comprising: a head; and a handle extending along a longitudinal axis and connected to the head, the handle comprising: a main body integrally formed of a rigid material, the main body comprising a rigid gripping section terminating in a bulbous body, a rigid neck section terminating in a basin, and a flexible strut having a first end connected to the bulbous body and a second end connected to a floor of the basin; a resilient material encasing the flexible strut; and the flexible strut and the resilient material forming a hinge about which the rigid neck section pivots relative to the rigid gripping section upon a force being applied to the head. | 02-05-2015 |
20150024988 | SOAP BAR - A surfactant free soap bar comprising soap, 0.1 to 2.5% by weight free fatty acid, 3 to 7% by weight talc, and 0.1 to 5% glycerin. The talc can be a macrocrystalline talc having D90≧20 μm and optionally D50≧20 μm or D10≧5 μm. The combination provides increased skin feel and leaves skin looking less dry. | 01-22-2015 |
20150020325 | Replacement Head for An Oral Care Implement, And Oral Care Implement And Method Of Utilizing The Same - A replacement head for an oral care implement, such as a powered toothbrush, wherein the replacement head utilizes a specially designed structure for coupling the replacement head to an oral care implement body. In one embodiment, the invention can be a replacement head comprising: a head having a plurality of tooth cleaning elements mounted thereto; a tubular sleeve comprising a cavity for receiving a stem of the body, a proximal edge defining an opening into the cavity, and a distal end to which the head is coupled, the tubular sleeve comprising a locking tab for engaging an undercut surface of a locking section of a boss. | 01-22-2015 |
20150011448 | CLEANING COMPOSITION - An aqueous cleaning composition comprising a surfactant, a polyamine, and propylene glycol. The combination of the polyamine and propylene glycol will provide low residue and increased shine during wet and dry wiping and will provide anti-fog properties to a substrate after cleaning. The use of either the polyamine alone or the propylene glycol alone will not provide results meeting all three tests. | 01-08-2015 |
20140377192 | ORAL CARE COMPOSITIONS - Described herein are oral care compositions comprising an effective amount of an enzyme cocktail, wherein the enzyme cocktail comprises an alkaline protease and a second enzyme selected from cellulase, α-glucanase, and combinations thereof, in an orally acceptable carrier, together with methods of making and using the same. | 12-25-2014 |
20140357902 | PROCESSES FOR MAKING MAGNOLOL AND DERIVATIVES THEREOF - Described herein are high yield methods for making magnolol (5,5′-diallyl-biphenyl-2,2′-diol) and tetrahydro-magnolol (5,5′-dipropyl-biphenyl-2,2′-diol). | 12-04-2014 |
20140356300 | ORAL CARE COMPOSITIONS - Disclosed herein are compositions comprising a fluoride ion source, a poly(propylene oxide)/poly(ethylene oxide) copolymer, and optionally a sparingly soluble acid; and methods of using and of making the same. | 12-04-2014 |
20140356299 | ORAL CARE COMPOSITIONS - The invention provides oral care compositions comprising isobutyl magnolol and propylene glycol monolaurate, together with methods of making and using the same. Also described is a method of enhancing the solubility of isobutyl magnolol in an oral care composition comprising effective amount of propylene glycol monolaurate. The composition is for use in the treatment of caries, gingivitis, periodontitis, tooth yellowing and halitosis. | 12-04-2014 |
20140352088 | ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT - Provided is an oral care implement ( | 12-04-2014 |
20140348762 | DIAGNOSTIC METHODS - Described herein are methods for identifying a mammal having a heightened susceptibility to enamel erosion, together with kits therefor and uses and methods related thereto. | 11-27-2014 |
20140348761 | SOLUBILIZED MAGNOLOL ANALOGS - A composition comprising a solubilized magnolol analog comprising at least one magnolol analog chosen from propyl magnolol, isopropyl magnolol, butyl magnolol, and isobutyl magnolol, and PPG-1-PEG-9 lauryl glycol ether. These solubilized analogs are useful in personal care, oral care, and home care compositions to provide anti-bacterial activity and reducing the expression of pro-inflammatory mediators. | 11-27-2014 |
20140348760 | ORAL CARE COMPOSITIONS - Described herein are oral care compositions comprising (i) a magnesium alkali metal silicate complex clay, and (ii) an orally acceptable anionic polymer, in a dentifrice base, which compositions are useful for alleviating dental sensitivity. Also provided for, are methods of making and using the compositions described herein. | 11-27-2014 |
20140343328 | PROCESSES FOR MAKING MAGNOLOL ANALOGS - Described herein are high yield methods for making magnolol analogs which are 5,5′-dialkyl-bi-phenyl-2,2′-diols. | 11-20-2014 |
20140343117 | METHODS AND PRODUCTS TO DIAGNOSE AND TREAT HEATINESS - Described herein are methods of diagnosing and/or classifying heatiness, a syndrome recognized in traditional Chinese Medicine, comprising assessing a patient by checking for selected symptoms, and assigning a score to the patient based on the symptoms exhibited. The invention further provides methods of treatment and the use of oral care compositions to treat heatiness. | 11-20-2014 |
20140342968 | CLEANSING COMPOSITIONS WITH POLYURETHANE-34 - A cleansing composition comprising a cleansing effective amount of surfactant and polyurethane-34. The polyurethane-34 can deposit on skin during cleansing and form a barrier that reduces bacterial attachment to skin. | 11-20-2014 |
20140341820 | ORAL CARE COMPOSITIONS - Described herein are compositions comprising zirconium amino acid complexes suspended in a hydrophobic carrier; and methods of making and using the same. | 11-20-2014 |
20140341818 | SOLUBILIZED MAGNOLOL ANALOGS - A composition comprising a solubilized magnolol analog comprising at least one magnolol analog chosen from propyl magnolol, isopropyl magnolol, butyl magnolol, and isobutyl magnolol, and dimethyl isosorbide. These solubilized analogs are useful in personal care, oral care, and home care compositions to provide anti-bacterial activity and reducing the expression of pro-inflammatory mediators. | 11-20-2014 |
20140341816 | MULTIPHASE ORAL CARE COMPOSITIONS - Described herein are dentifrices comprising a first formulation and a second formulation, wherein the formulations are coaxially extruded, so that the first formulation enrobes the second formulation, wherein the first formulation is opaque and wherein the second formulation comprises dissolvable film fragments, together with methods of making and using the same and containers for providing the same. | 11-20-2014 |
20140341636 | ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT AND REFILL HEAD THEREFOR - A refill head ( | 11-20-2014 |
20140340676 | Method for Assessing Perspiration Reduction - A method to assess perspiration reduction of a composition comprising obtaining an amount of water in stratum corneum in a first area of skin on an individual using confocal Raman spectroscopy, applying a composition to the first area of skin on the individual, having the individual perform an activity to cause the individual to perspire, and obtaining an amount of water in stratum corneum in the first area of skin on the individual after the activity using confocal Raman spectroscopy. | 11-20-2014 |
20140338688 | Tooth Whitening Strip - Described herein are tooth whitening strips comprising a hydratable adhesive film with a first side and a second side, the first side having a granular bleaching ingredient attached thereto in an amount effective to whiten teeth, together with methods of making and using the same. | 11-20-2014 |
20140338140 | TOOTHBRUSH - The present invention is directed to a toothbrush ( | 11-20-2014 |
20140335027 | HEATINESS AND SALIVARY SECRETORY IMMUNOGLOBULIN - Described herein are methods of assessing the severity of heatiness in a patient, comprising measuring salivary S-IgA levels, which are found to correlate negatively with the degree of heatiness. The invention further provides, i.a., diagnostic kits, methods of treatment, and the use of oral care compositions to treat heatiness. | 11-13-2014 |
20140328772 | SOLUBILIZED MAGNOLOL ANALOGS - A composition comprising a solubilized magnolol analog comprising at least one magnolol analog chosen from propyl magnolol, isopropyl magnolol, butyl magnolol, and isobutyl magnolol and a sorbitan ester. These solubilized analogs are useful in personal care, oral care, and home care compositions to provide anti -bacterial activity and reducing the expression of pro-inflammatory mediators. If isopropyl is selected, then the sorbitan ester is at least one of polyoxyethylene 20 sorbitan monooleate, and a proviso that if isobutyl magnolol is selected, then the sorbitan ester is poloxyethylene 20 sorbitan monooleate. | 11-06-2014 |
20140322666 | ORAL CARE GEL DISPENSER SYSTEMS - The invention provides an oral care system comprising a gel in a pen dispenser, the dispenser comprising a chamber which permits dispensing of a measured amount of the gel, wherein the gel exhibits a Herschel-Bulkley yield stress of 10 to 230 dynes/cm2, a Herschel-Bulkley viscosity of 3 to 500 poise, and a Herschel-Bulkley rate index of 0.4 to 0.6, the specific viscosity permitting efficient application of the gel, as well as methods of using the same. | 10-30-2014 |
20140322141 | FILM CONTAINING COMPOSITIONS - Described herein are compositions comprising a film, wherein the film comprises a pigment, and is adapted to release the pigment at a specific point in time during use; and methods of making and using the same. | 10-30-2014 |
20140322140 | ORAL CARE COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING COLOR CHANGING FILMS - Described herein are powder coated films comprising a polymer matrix designed for use in a children's toothpaste, compositions comprising the films; and methods of making and using the same. | 10-30-2014 |
20140315778 | CLEANING COMPOSITION - Provided is an aqueous cleaning composition comprising at least one surfactant, xanthan gum, and a carbonate salt, wherein the composition has a turbidity of less than 16 NTU. Also provided is a method of cleaning a substrate by applying the cleaning composition to the substrate. | 10-23-2014 |
20140314829 | PERACID-GENERATING COMPOSITIONS - Described herein are tooth whitening strips comprising an hydratable adhesive film having a granular bleaching ingredient attached thereto, wherein upon hydration, the granular bleaching ingredient releases hydrogen peroxide which is used by an enzyme catalyst having perhydrolytic activity to enzymatically produce an effective amount of peracid bleaching agent from an acyl donor substrate. Methods of making and use the tooth whitening strips are also provided. | 10-23-2014 |
20140314700 | ANTIPERSPIRANT ACTIVE COMPOSITIONS AND MANUFACTURE THEREOF - An antiperspirant active composition comprising an aluminum salt, the aluminum salt (i) having an aluminum to chloride molar ratio of 0.3:1 to 3:1; and (ii) having a species of polyhydroxyoxoaluminum cation detectable at 76 ppm by | 10-23-2014 |
20140314690 | ORAL CARE COMPOSITIONS - Described herein are preservative systems which prevent the growth of microorganisms in silica based dentifrices, compositions comprising the same; and methods of making and using the same. | 10-23-2014 |
20140314689 | THYMOL AND TOTAROL ANTIBACTERIAL COMPOSITION - An antibacterial composition comprising thymol and totarol. This combination provides synergistic effect against gram negative and gram positive bacteria. | 10-23-2014 |
20140314688 | ORAL CARE COMPOSITIONS - Oral care compositions comprising isobutyl magnolol and n-butyl magnolol. A method of enhancing the solubility of isobutyl magnolol in an oral care composition comprises admixing n-butyl magnolol with an orally acceptable carrier comprising isobutyl magnolol. The composition may be used to treat diseases or conditions of the oral cavity such as caries, gingivitis, periodontitis, tooth yellowing and halitosis. | 10-23-2014 |
20140308217 | ORAL CARE COMPOSITIONS - Described herein are oral care compositions comprising (i) an orally acceptable gallium salt and (ii) a basic amino acid polymer, in amounts effective to disrupt biofilm; and methods of making and using the same. | 10-16-2014 |
20140305461 | AQUEOUS ORAL CARE COMPOSITIONS - Described herein are aqueous oral care compositions comprising (a) an effective amount of a basic amino acid in free or orally acceptable salt form; and (b) a polymer system comprising (i) a cellulosic polymer, (ii) a gum polymer, and (iii) a polyacrylate polymer or co-polymer; and methods of making and using the same. | 10-16-2014 |
20140294740 | ORAL CARE COMPOSITIONS - Described herein are compositions comprising a low abrasive silica and a fine silica thickener, and suspended elements, along with methods for making and using the same. | 10-02-2014 |
20140287380 | ORAL CARE GELS - The invention provides an orally acceptable plaque indicator gel comprising a dye in sufficient concentration to visibly stain plaque upon application, optionally for use in combination with an orally acceptable plaque removal gel comprising an antiplaque agent in sufficient concentration to remove plaque and or kill bacteria upon application, in each case the gel having a specific viscosity permitting efficient application using a pen dispenser, as well as reduced dye or antiplaque agent concentration, together with methods of using the same. | 09-25-2014 |
20140286880 | ALCOHOL-FREE MOUTHWASH - The invention provides ethanol-free liquid oral care compositions comprising cetyl pyridinium chloride which do not have an unacceptably bitter taste, e.g. mouthwashes, toothpastes, throat sprays, and breath sprays that are substantially free of ethanol, e.g., comprising (i) an antimicrobially effective amount of cetyl pyridinium chloride (CPC), (ii) one or more flavoring oils which are substantially insoluble in water at room temperature, and (iii) water, wherein the ratio of the CPC to the one or more flavoring oils is from 1:1.5 to 1:2.5, as well as methods of making and using the same. | 09-25-2014 |
20140261544 | ORAL CARE SYSTEM, KIT AND METHOD - An oral care system that includes an oral care implement and a dispenser, an oral care method, and a method of whitening teeth. In one embodiment, the invention may be a method of whitening teeth that includes: providing a toothbrush having a handle and a detachable oral care agent dispenser supported by the handle, the dispenser including a reservoir containing a tooth whitening agent; decoupling the dispenser from the handle of the toothbrush; and applying the tooth whitening agent to an oral surface using the dispenser. | 09-18-2014 |
20140259485 | ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT - An oral care implement such as a toothbrush includes a head defining a longitudinal axis and a plurality of tooth cleaning elements supported by the toothbrush head. The tooth cleaning elements preferably include at least one tooth polishing unit having a polishing element including a supporting base and a flexible tooth polishing head extending angularly from the base and defining a polishing surface. In a preferred embodiment, the polishing element is made of an elastomeric material. In some embodiments, the polishing element may be comprised of a plurality of individual polishing members. | 09-18-2014 |
20140259471 | ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT WITH CAVITATION SYSTEM - An oral care implement generates cavitation within the oral cavity. One or more cavitation cleaning elements may be located in the head area of the oral care implement. The cavitation cleaning element vibrates at a frequency that produces cavitation of fluids within the oral cavity. The oral care implement may include an elastomeric cavitation cleaning element. A cleaning element may be configured to vibratory release an oral care substance from a container; and a body for gripping the implement. | 09-18-2014 |
20140259470 | VIBRATING TOOTHBRUSH - A vibrating toothbrush is provided with vibration-isolating zones that substantially isolate vibrations in the head and reduce vibrations transmitted to the handle without sacrificing structural integrity around the vibration-isolation zones. Such zones may generally comprise neck material that is reduced in cross-section, thinned, replaced by dampening material, or removed altogether to create transmission-inhibiting voids. The vibration-isolating zones may be further supported by the housing of the vibratory element to maintain the structural integrity around the zones and to thereby alleviating weakness conditions that might subject the toothbrush to fatigue and breakage conditions. | 09-18-2014 |
20140255319 | Oral Care Strip or Tape and Methods of Use and Manufacture Thereof - This invention relates to oral care composition, methods of use and methods of manufacture thereof in the form of a toothtape that can be used to brush or clean teeth and the oral cavity. Particularly, the invention relates to a non-traditional dentifrice that comes in the form of a tape that can, for example, adhere to the oral cavity and particularly the teeth and be dispensed for single use. | 09-11-2014 |
20140242001 | TOOTH FILM FORMULATIONS - The invention provides novel dental film-forming compositions, comprising i. an acrylate/octylacrylamide copolymer, ii. one or more alkyl cellulose ethers, and iii. a solvent, and optionally further comprising whitening materials and/or active agents, together with method for using the same. | 08-28-2014 |
20140234232 | Oral and Skin Care Compositions Based on a 3,3-Dialkyl-1,1-Biphenyl-2,2-Diol or a 3,3-Dialkenyl-1,1-Biphenyl-2,2-Diol - Described herein are compositions comprising antibacterially effective amounts of a compound of Formula (I): or a salt thereof in which R | 08-21-2014 |
20140217131 | CONTAINERS WITH SEVERABLE CLOSURES - A container ( | 08-07-2014 |
20140213497 | CLEANSING BAR - A cleansing bar comprising at least one member chosen from clay and talc, wherein a total amount of clay and talc is present in an amount that is greater than any other material in the cleansing bar, at least one cleanser chosen from soap and surfactant, and a binder present in an amount to structure the cleansing bar into a bar. | 07-31-2014 |
20140208697 | PACKAGE OF ORAL CARE IMPLEMENTS AND METHOD OF USING THE SAME - A method of using an article such as an oral care implement. In one aspect, the invention can be a method of using an oral care implement comprising: a) obtaining a package of oral care implements, the package comprising a tubular body having a first cavity and a second cavity, the first cavity separated from the second cavity by at least one wall, the first cavity having an open top end and a closed bottom end, wherein the oral care implements are positioned within the first cavity and a cover encloses the open top end of the first cavity; and b) removing one of the oral care implements from the first cavity. | 07-31-2014 |
20140208525 | METHOD FOR EASE OF IRONING - A method for reducing force needed for ironing a fabric comprising laundering the fabric with a composition comprising a linear polyether having a weight average molecular weight less than 5000 that is terminated with —N—(—CH | 07-31-2014 |
20140205555 | ANTIPERSPIRANT THAT REDUCES/ELIMINATES YELLOWING ON CLOTHING - An antiperspirant composition that reduces or eliminates yellowing on clothing. | 07-24-2014 |
20140201933 | TOOTHBRUSH - A toothbrush includes a head and a plurality of tooth cleaning elements for enhanced cleaning of the teeth. The tooth cleaning elements include cleaning elements that define a radial array arrangement for better retention of the dentifrice. A radial array may be strategically disposed in an off-axis arrangement within other cleaning elements on the head. | 07-24-2014 |
20140201930 | METHOD FOR PROVIDING FAST DRY TO FABRIC - A method for reducing time needed for drying fabric comprising laundering the fabric at least 3 times with a composition comprising a linear polyether having a weight average molecular weight less than 5000 that is terminated with —N—(—CH | 07-24-2014 |
20140199354 | Visually Patterned and Oriented Compositions - Structured personal care compositions comprising a particle having an aspect ratio of greater than 1.5 are contemplated, as well as methods for using such compositions. The compositions provide a visually distinguishable, oriented pattern that is aesthetically pleasant to provide consumer appeal and product identification. | 07-17-2014 |
20140190993 | SYSTEM OF CONTAINERS HAVING INTERCHANGEABLE COMPONENTS AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING THE SAME - The present invention, in one aspect, is directed to a system of containers having interchangeable container bodies ( | 07-10-2014 |
20140189962 | Fabric Wrinkle Reduction Composition - A fabric conditioner composition comprising: a cationic fabric softener, and 0.02 to 0.32% by weight of an amino-functional, epoxide group containing silicone polymer having a weight average molecular weight of 400,000 to 900,000. Also, a method of reducing wrinkles on fabric during laundering comprising laundering the fabric with a composition comprising 0.02 to 0.32% by weight of an amino-functional, epoxide group containing silicone polymer having a weight average molecular weight of 400,000 to 900,000. The polymer is unexpectedly effective at low levels of use. | 07-10-2014 |
20140179552 | METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR DIAGNOSING OSTEOARTHRITIS IN A FELINE - Methods, compositions and kits for diagnosing osteoarthritis in a feline are disclosed. The methods of the invention comprise detecting differential expression of at least one biomarker in a body sample, preferably a blood sample, where the biomarker is differentially expressed in osteoarthritis. | 06-26-2014 |
20140175854 | ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT HAVING A HEAD INSERT - A method of forming an oral care implement. In one aspect, the invention can be a method that includes molding a head platform having an opening extending between a first face and a second face, a first cavity defined between the first face and an upper support ledge, a second cavity defined between the second face and a lower support ledge, a channel defined between the upper and lower support ledges, an area circumscribed within the upper support ledge greater than an area circumscribed within the lower support ledge; providing a first plate having a first shoulder and cleaning elements; providing a second plate having a second shoulder and cleaning elements; inserting the second plate through the first cavity until the second shoulder is received on the lower support ledge; inserting and affixing the first plate within the first cavity, the first shoulder received on the upper support ledge. | 06-26-2014 |
20140175122 | DISPENSING CONTAINER WITH ENHANCED APPEARANCE - A container comprising a body portion and a neck portion, the neck portion having a pump dispenser thereon, the pump dispenser comprising a pump mechanism, a dip tube on one end of the pump mechanism, a pump outlet on another end of the pump mechanism, the dip tube extending from the pump mechanism into the body portion, the body portion containing a liquid, and a motion element, the motion element being captive within the dip tube and adapted to be movable within the dip tube under the action of liquid flow through the dip tube, and at least a portion of the body portion being transparent, a decorative effect resulting from the motion of the motion element being visible from an exterior of the container. Also disclosed is a method of providing an enhanced display by a dispensing container during dispensing of a liquid from the container. | 06-26-2014 |
20140166515 | PACKAGED ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT & PACKAGE - A packaged oral care implement and a package having an easy-open feature. In one embodiment, the invention utilizes a protuberance that acts as a fulcrum to force an edge of a tear-away portion to protrude from a surface of the package in response to a force being applied to a force-application area of the tear-away portion. | 06-19-2014 |
20140165312 | REFILL HEAD FOR POWERED ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT THAT PRODUCES VIBRATORY AND OSCILLATORY MOTION - A refill head, and a powered toothbrush including the same, wherein the refill head comprises a head portion including a movable tuft block that is rotated via operable coupling to a primary drive shaft of the handle. The head portion of the refill head is also receives vibrations from an eccentric that is operated by the primary drive shaft. | 06-19-2014 |
20140162926 | CLEANSING COMPOSITION WITH WHIPPED TEXTURE - A liquid cleansing composition comprising water in a sufficient amount to form a fluid composition; fatty acid soap; a divalent metal salt in an amount to provide a viscosity to entrain gas; and entrained gas to provide a specific gravity of not greater than 1.05 g/cm3. Optionally, a surfactant can also be included. The cleansing composition has a whipped texture. Also, a method of making the liquid cleansing composition. | 06-12-2014 |
20140161735 | COLOR CHANGING CONSUMER PRODUCTS - The invention relates to personal care products containing multilayer films with decorative layers and may impart a noticeable color change. The invention is applicable in products including type toothpaste, soaps, and other products until diluted with water (or saliva). | 06-12-2014 |
20140157538 | PERSONAL CARE IMPLEMENT HAVING A DISPLAY - A personal care implement or toothbrush includes a sensor for detecting a position of the toothbrush and orientation display for providing content to a user. The display may be configured to present content in a mirror-image format. The personal care implement may be configured to operate in one or more modes of operation. One or more components may be included for setting variables associated with the modes of operation, for changing an orientation of the displayed content between a mirror-image format and forward-facing format, and for changing the particular mode of operation. | 06-12-2014 |
20140150190 | REFILL HEAD FOR AN ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT HANDLE - A refill head, and oral care implement incorporating the same, wherein the refill head comprises a tubular sleeve having a cavity for slidably receiving a stem of a handle of the oral care implement. An aperture in the tubular sleeve defines a latch having a locking lug that operably mates with a locking lug of the stem to axially retain the refill head to the handle. A resilient material seals the aperture to provide increased rigidity to the latch. | 06-05-2014 |
20140150189 | CASE FOR POWERED TOOTHBRUSH AND SYSTEM - A case for a powered toothbrush comprises a housing having an interior for receiving a powered toothbrush, and a cover, wherein the cover substantially obfuscates the interior but is sufficiently light-transmissive to communicate the presence of an indicator from within the interior. Also provided is a powered toothbrush and case system. | 06-05-2014 |
20140147405 | COMPOSITIONS CONTAINING POLYHYDROXYOXOALUMINUM CATIONS AND MANUFACTURE THEREOF - A composition comprising a polyhydroxyoxoaluminum cation detectable at 76 ppm by | 05-29-2014 |
20140143964 | REFILL HEAD FOR AN ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT HANDLE - A refill head, and oral care implement incorporating the same, wherein the refill head can be uncoupled from a stem of a handle by compressing a portion of a tubular sleeve of the refill head radially inward, therby retracting a locking lug of the refill head radially outward | 05-29-2014 |
20140143963 | REFILL HEAD FOR AN ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT HANDLE - A toothbrush handle, and toothbrush incorporating the same, wherein the handle comprises a stem to be slidably inserted into a refill head. An aperture in the stem defines a latch having a locking lug that operably mates with a locking lug of the refill head to axially retain the refill head to the handle. A resilient material seals the aperture to provide increased rigidity to the latch. | 05-29-2014 |
20140137346 | REFILL HEAD FOR AN ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT HANDLE - A refill head, and an oral care implement including the same, wherein the refill head comprises a tubular sleeve having a cavity. First and second upper cam surfaces are provided in the cavity that form transverse shoulders within the cavity. The first and second upper cam surfaces are separated by first and second axial slots through which first and second bosses of a stem of a handle of the oral care implement can be passed. | 05-22-2014 |
20140133896 | IMPLEMENT HAVING A REACTION AND DELIVERY SYSTEM - A reaction and delivery implement that includes a handle configured for user manipulation, a head having a plurality of agent housing regions, the first agent housing region housing a first agent and the second agent housing region housing a second agent, the first and second agents being different. The head is configured to facilitate both prevention of intermixing of the first and second agents in a storage position as well as reaction of the first and second agents through intermixing in a delivery position so as to produce and apply a third agent to a contacted surface when in the delivery position. The reaction and delivery implement may be an oral care implement such as a toothbrush. The implement may also be motorized and may be used with a wide array of reactions. | 05-15-2014 |
20140130274 | REFILL HEAD FOR AN ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT HANDLE - A refill head for an oral care implement, such as a toothbrush, wherein the refill head utilizes a specially designed structure for coupling the refill head to an oral care implement handle that ensures proper alignment and simplifies the loading and unloading of the refill head to the oral care implement handle. In one embodiment, the refill head comprises a tubular sleeve forming a cavity and first and second upper cam surfaces that form shoulders within the cavity. The first and second upper cam surfaces are separated by first and second axial slots of different configurations that prevent loading of the refill head onto the oral care implement handle in an improper rotational orientation through interaction with first and second bosses on the oral care implement handle. | 05-15-2014 |
20140127151 | METHOD OF MAKING AN ANHYDROUS LIQUID ANTIPERSPIRANT COMPOSITION - A method of producing an anhydrous antiperspirant composition comprising (a) providing a mixture of at least one antiperspirant active including a metal salt, and an anhydrous carrier for the at least one antiperspirant active in which the at least one antiperspirant active is dissolved, the carrier comprising a eutectic mixture of at least one basic compound selected from a basic amide and a basic amine and at least one member chosen from a cation and zwitterion; and (b) heating the mixture to form a stabilized eutectic system of the at least one antiperspirant active and the anhydrous carrier, and wherein the at least one antiperspirant active, the at least one basic compound and the at least one member chosen from a cation and zwitterion form a ternary eutectic system. | 05-08-2014 |
20140120041 | ORAL CARE COMPOSITION - Disclosed are oral care compositions, for example dentifrice compositions, comprising an oral care composition comprising an orally acceptable vehicle, metal oxide particles having an average particle size of no greater than a dentin tubule and at least one amino acid capable of chelating the metal oxide. The composition may comprise a polymeric adherent material for adhering the metal oxide particles in the dentin tubule. The metal oxide particles have a median particle size of 5 microns or less, and may comprise zinc oxide. | 05-01-2014 |
20140115803 | FLUID DISPENSING ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT - A fluid dispensing oral care implement with fluid delivery system. The implement includes a storage member containing a fluid. A channel formed of one or more wicking or capillary members extends through at least a portion of the oral care implement to deliver fluid(s) through one or more fluid outlets via capillary action. In one embodiment, the fluid outlet is comprised of a wicking or capillary material and is disposed in the head of the implement. In some embodiments, the implement may include a valve and a specially configured storage cap. A variety of fluids can be administered for therapeutic, hygienic, and/or other benefits, such as fresh breath, tooth whitening, tooth sensitivity, plaque and/or tartar control, or producing sensations of heat, cool, or tingling. | 05-01-2014 |
20140106309 | GENERATING A CHEMICAL AGENT IN SITU - A method of cleaning teeth by providing a device for generating a chemical agent in situ on an as-needed basis via the application of an electrical potential across a pair of conductors in communication with an electrolyte. The chemical agents may include ozone, hydrogen peroxide, peroxide, chlorine and/or hypochlorite. The device may include a voltage source and a first set of electrodes for applying an electrical potential to the electrolyte. The device may also include a second set of electrodes disposed about an anode of the first set of electrodes. The first and second sets of anodes cooperate to produce ions, peroxides, ozone and/or other chemical agents via the application of electrical potential to the electrolyte. | 04-17-2014 |
20140105842 | COMPOSITION AND METHOD OF DELIVERY - An anhydrous composition comprising a base and a metal organic framework formed from a recyclable porous material with the material adsorbed into the metal organic framework, wherein the recyclable porous material has a structure that breaks down when contacted with water to release the material. | 04-17-2014 |
20140101880 | TOOTHBRUSH WITH VISUAL AND/OR OTHER SENSORY EFFECTS - An oral care implement that emits a scent. In one aspect, the invention is directed to a toothbrush comprising: a base component having a gripping region and an oral engaging region, wherein said base component comprises a first scenting agent; and a second component covering at least a portion of said base component in said gripping region, to control a rate of release of said first scenting agent from said base component in said gripping region. | 04-17-2014 |
20140099347 | Dentifrice Containing Zinc Ions and Polyphosphate Ions - The invention includes a dentifrice composition that comprises a zinc ion source, a polyphosphate ion source, an anethole and a silica. The silica has a mean particle size of about 5 to about 12 microns, an Einlehner hardness of about 1 to about 20, and an oil absorption of about 40 to less than about 100 cc/100 g. The composition contains zinc ions and polyphosphate ions in a weight ratio of about 0.1:1 to about 10:1 and has a RDA value of about 100 to about 200 and a PCR value of about 75 to about 110. Related methods are also included. | 04-10-2014 |
20140096333 | ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT - An oral care implement includes a handle, a head mounted to one end of the handle that includes a first face having a plurality of tooth cleaning elements extending therefrom and a second face, a store of dentifrice retained at the head, and a film matrix retained at the head containing at least one rapidly releasable agent. A soft tissue cleaner can be included on the second face. The at least one rapidly releasable agent can be provided to the first and/or second faces during use from the film matrix. In addition, dentifrice can be provided to the first and/or second faces during use from the store of dentifrice. The at least one rapidly releasable agent can include, for example, a flavoring agent, a dentifrice, or a therapeutic agent. The toothbrush can be small in size and lightweight so as to be readily portable for use away from the home. | 04-10-2014 |
20140090671 | CHOLINE SALT CLEANING COMPOSITIONS - A cleaning composition comprising a choline salt and a surfactant or solvent. Also, a method of cleaning using the cleaning composition. | 04-03-2014 |
20140086851 | Low Water Metal Ion Dentifrice - A dentifrice composition having a low water phase comprising effective amounts of polyphosphate and ionic active ingredients. The composition comprises a source of metal ions, an inorganic phosphate salt having four or more phosphorus atoms and a cross-linked polyvinylpyrrolidone thickening agent in a single phase. Preferred metal ions are stannous, copper and zinc, in particular from zinc citrate and stannous fluoride. | 03-27-2014 |
20140083885 | ORAL CARE KIT FOR DISPLAYING A PORTION OF A TOOTHRBUSH - An oral care kit ( | 03-27-2014 |
20140083465 | LIQUID SALT CLEANING COMPOSITIONS - A cleaning composition comprising a liquid salt, and a hydrogen bond donor for the liquid salt, and a surfactant. Also a method of cleaning using the cleaning composition. | 03-27-2014 |
20140068882 | Oral Care Implement Having Fluid Delivery System - An oral care implement has a head portion with tooth cleaning elements on one surface thereof and a reservoir containing at least one active agent. A capillary channel extends through at least a portion of the oral care implement to deliver active agent(s) to one or more outlets. In one aspect, a vibration-producing device is provided to vibrate at least a portion of the implement to enhance the function of tooth cleaning elements and the delivery of the active agent through capillary action. A variety of active agents can be administered for therapeutic, hygienic, and/or other benefits, such as fresh breath, tooth whitening, or producing sensations of heat, cool, or tingling. | 03-13-2014 |
20140065081 | FUNCTIONAL FRAGRANCE PRECURSOR - The present invention relates to a class of fragrance precursor compounds comprising one or more of the compounds derived from the reaction of X—OH and an aldehyde or ketone, said fragrance precursor compounds being of the formula X—O—C(R)(R*)(OR**) wherein R is a C | 03-06-2014 |
20140065080 | ORAL CARE COMPOSITIONS - Described herein are oral compositions comprising an extract obtained from Arialaceae, Zingiberaceae, Lamiaceae, Fabaceae, Solanaceae, Punicaceae. Asteraceae or mixtures thereof; Their uses for alleviating dry mouth is also described. | 03-06-2014 |
20140057824 | Liquid Soaps with Triclocarban - An aqueous and liquid cleansing composition comprises a fatty acid soap, a salt of a lauryl ether sulfate surfactant that is present in an amount that is at least 50% of the weight of the fatty acid soap, a betaine surfactant that is present in an amount Othat is at least 23% of the weight of the fatty acid soap, and at least 0.05% by weight of the composition of triclocarban. The lauryl ether sulfate and betaine surfactant in the specified amount in relation to the fatty acid soap amount keep the triclocarban from precipitating out of the composition. | 02-27-2014 |
20140056826 | FUNCTIONAL FRAGRANCE PRECURSOR - The present invention relates to a class of fragrance precursor compounds comprising one or more of the compounds derived from the reaction of X—OH and an aldehyde or ketone, said fragrance precursor compounds being, of the formula X—O—C(R)(R*)(OR**) wherein R is a C | 02-27-2014 |
20140056825 | FUNCTIONAL FRAGRANCE PRECURSOR - The present invention relates to a class of fragrance precursor compounds comprising one or more of the compounds derived from the reaction of X—OH and an aldehyde or ketone, said fragrance precursor compounds being of the formula X—O—C(R)(R*)(OR**) wherein R is a C | 02-27-2014 |
20140047654 | ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT HAVING ONE OR MORE MOVING SECTIONS - An oral care implement is provided having a head frame and a cleaning elements assembly attached thereto with tooth cleaning elements extending from one or more carriers. One or more central carriers can be suspended via a flexible bridge between a pair of support carriers attached to the head frame. The bridge may be formed from an elastomer and permit the one or more central carriers to move from an initial position toward the head frame during use. The bridge may include rigid supports and flexible elastomeric supports. The carriers and the bridge can be formed as a unitary assembly attached to the head frame, such as via mechanical connections. The mechanical connections could include snap-fit connections. | 02-20-2014 |
20140041140 | ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT HAVING MULTI-COMPONENT HANDLE - An oral care implement having a multi-component handle, and method of manufacturing the same. The invention can be a method of forming a handle for an oral care implement comprising: a) forming a core structure of a first hard plastic; b) forming an elongated handle body of a second hard plastic that at least partially surrounds the core structure so that opposing lateral surfaces of the core structure remain exposed; and c) forming a grip cover of a resilient material over at least a portion of the elongated handle body. | 02-13-2014 |
20140038127 | Oral Care Implement With Air Flossing System - An oral care implement is disclosed comprising: an oral care region having cleaning elements; a body coupled to the oral care region; a gas outlet operably coupled to a gas source, the gas outlet disposed in the oral care region; an oral care material source storing an oral care material; an oral care material outlet operably coupled to the oral care material source, the oral care material outlet disposed in the oral care region; and wherein the oral care material outlet is spaced apart from the gas outlet. In another aspect, an oral care implement is disclosed comprising an oral care region having an elastomeric tooth cleaning element and an air outlet positioned adjacent the air outlet so that an air stream existing the air outlet causes a dynamic vibratory flexing action of at least a portion of the elastomeric tooth cleaning element. | 02-06-2014 |
20140034669 | DISPENSER WITH RUPTURE MEMBER - A dispenser ( | 02-06-2014 |
20140033453 | Interactive Toothbrush and Removable Audio Output Module - An apparatus may include a connection component configured to connect the apparatus to any one of a plurality of different apparatuses. A toothbrush may include at least one measurement component configured to measure a parameter of use of an oral care region, and a processor configured to change output of a first audio signal of a plurality of audio signals to a second audio signal of the plurality of audio signals based on the measured parameter. Another toothbrush may include a processor configured to receive first data from an external source component and output second data corresponding to the received first data to at least one output device in response, and the at least output device configured to output the second data from the processor. | 02-06-2014 |
20140026811 | ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT HAVING VISUAL INDICATOR OF DEPLETION OF A FLUID - An oral care implement having a visual indicator of depletion. In one aspect, the oral care implement comprises a body having a reservoir containing a composition including an oral care fluid and an indicator fluid, the oral care fluid being a different color than the indicator fluid and immiscible with respect to the indicator fluid; a delivery member formed of a capillary material; and the oral care fluid and the indicator fluid arranged within the reservoir so that upon the oral care fluid within the reservoir being substantially depleted, the indicator fluid is delivered to a visible portion of the delivery member by capillary action. | 01-30-2014 |
20140023598 | FUNCTIONAL FRAGRANCE PRECURSOR - The present invention relates to a class of fragrance precursor compounds comprising one or more of the compounds derived from the reaction of X—OH and an aldehyde or ketone, said fragrance precursor compounds being of the formula X—O—C(R)(R*)(OR**) wherein R is a C | 01-23-2014 |
20140021070 | PACKAGE OF ORAL CARE IMPLEMENTS - A package ( | 01-23-2014 |
20140017189 | Antiperspirant Active Compositions Having SEC Chromatogram Exhibiting High SEC Peak 4 Intensity - An aluminum salt composition comprising an aluminum chlorohydrate having an aluminum to chloride molar ratio of about 0.3:1 to about 3:1, exhibiting a SEC chronatogram having a SEC Peak 4 to Peak 3 intensity ratio of at least 7, a SEC Peak 3 area of less than 5% of a total area of Peaks 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 in the SEC chromatogram, and a Peak 4 intensity greater than a Peak 5 intensity in aqueous solution. | 01-16-2014 |
20140014543 | ORAL CARE KIT - An oral care kit includes a sachet having a ring shaped reservoir for an oral care material configured around a central opening. The sachet has a first weakened portion for forming a dispensing nozzle. The oral care kit also includes an oral care implement sized so that a portion of the oral care implement fits through the central opening. The oral care implement is configured to be used to tear the first weakened portion of the reservoir. | 01-16-2014 |
20140000048 | ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT HAVING A HEAD INSERT | 01-02-2014 |
20140000047 | TOOTHBRUSH HAVING ORAL CARE FLUID DELIVERY | 01-02-2014 |
20130340188 | TOOTHBRUSH INCLUDING A DEVICE FOR INDICATING BRUSHING FORCE - A toothbrush that includes a piezochromic polymer or a proximity dye based polymer effective to emit an optical signal indicative of brushing force. | 12-26-2013 |
20130340185 | INTERDENTAL CLEANING DEVICE - An interdental cleaning device that delivers an oral care fluid to a cleaning element via capillary action. The invention can be an interdental cleaning device comprising: a housing forming an internal reservoir containing an oral care fluid; an applicator extending from the housing, the applicator comprising a stem and at least one cleaning element extending from the stem; and wherein the stem comprises a capillary material that extends into the reservoir to be in fluid communication with the oral care fluid so that the capillary material of the stem delivers the oral care fluid from the reservoir to the at least one cleaning element via capillary action. | 12-26-2013 |
20130333787 | PACKAGING AND MATERIALS FOR MAKING SAME - The invention provides a novel flexible, substantially gas impermeable laminate material comprising starch/polymer blends, which can be used to make dispensing tubes, e.g., for toothpaste, which material is light, resilient, and inexpensive, which can be made almost entirely from renewable materials, and which can be recycled. | 12-19-2013 |
20130333130 | ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT HAVING TISSUE CLEANING ELEMENTS WITH DIRECTIONAL CLEANING - An oral care implement or toothbrush | 12-19-2013 |
20130330283 | ORAL CARE COMPOSITIONS - Flavour components for use in oral care compositions containing a metal salt, compositions comprising the flavour components, and methods of making and using the same. The flavour components comprise a taste -masking agent comprising cinnamic aldehyde, eugenol and eucalyptol and one or more flavouring agents selected from L-menthol, N-ethyl-p-menthane-3-carboxamide, anethole, peppermint oil, spearmint oil and corn mint oil. In particular the metal salt is zinc citrate. | 12-12-2013 |
20130326831 | ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT - An oral care implement comprising tooth cleaning elements and a tissue cleanser. In one aspect, the invention can be an oral care implement comprising: a head and a handle; a plurality of tooth cleaning elements extending from a first face of the head; a receiving cavity formed into a second face of the head opposite the first face; and a soft tissue cleanser formed of an elastomeric material positioned within the receiving cavity, the soft tissue cleanser comprising a base surface that is flush with the second face of the head and a plurality of projections extending beyond the second face of the head. | 12-12-2013 |
20130323185 | METHODS OF ANALYZING PLAQUE - The invention provides a method of measuring ammonia and/or calcium in a sample of dental plaque, comprising obtaining the sample of plaque and measuring ammonium and calcium ions using capillary electrophoresis, together with methods of diagnosis, treatment and screening based on evaluation of plaque. | 12-05-2013 |
20130318732 | Oral Care Implement - An oral care implement comprising at least one tapered bristle. In one embodiment, the invention can be an oral care implement comprising: a handle; a head having a face; a tuft hole in the face, the tuft hole having a polygonal transverse cross-sectional profile; and a bristle tuft mounted in the first tuft hole and extending from the face of the head, the first bristle tuft comprising a plurality of tapered bristles. | 12-05-2013 |
20130316300 | Oral Care System, Kit and Method - An oral care dispenser and oral care system incorporating the system that includes a resilient applicator that optimizes application of the subject fluid to the desired oral surfaces. In one embodiment, the invention is a dispenser comprising a housing having an internal reservoir containing the fluid. The resilient applicator is coupled to the housing and comprises a dispensing orifice. The resilient applicator comprises a working surface that is oriented at an oblique angle to a longitudinal axis of the housing and is defined by a polygonal perimeter edge, the polygonal perimeter edge comprising a plurality of apex portions and a plurality of side portions, wherein one of the plurality of side portions forms a distal most-portion of the resilient applicator. | 11-28-2013 |
20130316070 | DEVICE TO PROVIDE ENHANCED FLOSSING BENEFITS - A dental floss dispenser having a wicking delivery system with a reservoir for storing a solution of oral care ingredients generally in fluid form. The reservoir includes an absorbent wicking porous pad that extends through at least a portion of the floss dispensing device to deliver the solution to the dental floss. When the floss is pulled through the porous pad holding the oral care ingredient(s), the porous pad activates (e.g., coats, impregnates, saturates) the floss, providing the consumer with new benefits such as enhanced deep cleaning, new flavors, better plaque dissolving capabilities, ease of floss use and maneuverability, whitening, and deposition of therapeutic actives into the gum pockets. | 11-28-2013 |
20130315845 | Oral Care Compositions - Described herein are oral care compositions comprising a surfactant system; a structuring agent, and a lipophilic agent; and methods of making and using the same. | 11-28-2013 |
20130315844 | Oral Care Compositions - Described herein are compositions comprising an active compound from an extract of magnolia, or a derivative thereof; and a non-surfactant electrolyte in an amount effective to stabilize the composition, and methods of making and using the same. | 11-28-2013 |
20130311321 | Oral Care Implement with Customizable Element and Related Methods - An oral care implement including a customizable element and related methods are described. A method of marketing an oral care implement and a face plate may include exposing a primary oral care implement for sale and exposing a plurality of distinct faceplates each removably attachable to the oral care implement. A user may be permitted to select at least one of the removable faceplates. Upon selection of the at least one of the removable faceplates by the user, the oral care implement and the selected faceplate may be provided to the user. | 11-21-2013 |
20130310860 | ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT - An oral care implement for cleaning soft oral tissue. In one aspect, the invention can be an oral care implement comprising: a handle extending along a longitudinal axis; first and second prong members extending from a distal end of the handle; a pad for engaging soft tissue, the pad having a first major surface and a second major surface, the pad positioned between and coupled to the first and second prong members. | 11-21-2013 |
20130309629 | ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT WITH FLUID APPLICATOR AND METHOD OF ASSEMBLING THE SAME - An oral care implement, e.g., toothbrush, having a wick applicator and a method of assembling the same is disclosed. The implement includes a head, a handle connected to the head by a neck portion, and a recess. The recess is arranged for receipt of the wick applicator. The handle includes an internal fluid reservoir holding a fluid in communication with the recess. The wick applicator is arranged to enable a fluid to pass therethrough by capillary action and has a first end portion and a second end portion. The second portion of the wick applicator comprises at least one projection for engaging at least one cooperating portion of the recess to secure the wick applicator in the recess at an operative position, whereupon the wick applicator is in fluid communication with the fluid in the reservoir. | 11-21-2013 |
20130308994 | LIQUID DISPENSING ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT WITH LOW PROFILE PUMP - A fluid dispensing oral care implement having a low profile pump includes a head, a reservoir for storing an oral care fluid, at least one liquid outlet in the head, and a pump. The pump includes a flexible membrane movable between alternating pump intake and discharge motions. The pump includes inlet and outlet flap valves, which may be formed integrally from portions of the membrane. In one embodiment, the valves are integrally formed in the membrane as flexible cantilevered tabs movable between open and closed positions. In some embodiments, the pump may be mounted in the toothbrush head or forms the head. In some embodiments, the pump may be disposed in a neck or a handle portion of the toothbrush. | 11-21-2013 |
20130307187 | Oral Care Implement Having Multiple Soft Tissue Cleaner Components - An oral care implement with a soft tissue cleaner. The inventive oral care implement comprises different kinds of soft tissue cleaners that offer expanded in-mouth cleaning. In one aspect, the invention can be an oral care implement comprising: a handle; a head having a structural body having a front surface and a rear surface opposite the front surface; a basin formed into the rear surface of the structural body, the structural body comprising a protuberance extending upward from a recessed floor of the basin, the basin surrounding the protuberance; a first cleaner formed of a resilient material for cleansing soft oral tissue located within the basin, the protuberance of the structural body extending through a central hole of the first cleaner; and a second cleaner formed of a resilient material for cleansing soft oral tissue, the second cleaner located on the protuberance of the structural body. | 11-21-2013 |
20130305472 | ORAL CARE IMPLEMENT HAVING A DECORATIVE MEMBER AND A METHOD OF FORMING THE SAME - An oral car implement ( | 11-21-2013 |
20130305471 | Oral Care Implement Having Fluid Delivery System - An oral care implement has a head portion with tooth cleaning elements on one surface thereof and a reservoir containing at least one active agent. A capillary channel extends through at least a portion of the oral care implement to deliver active agent(s) to one or more outlets. In one aspect, a vibration-producing device is provided to vibrate at least a portion of the implement to enhance the function of tooth cleaning elements and the delivery of the active agent through capillary action. A variety of active agents can be administered for therapeutic, hygienic, and/or other benefits, such as fresh breath, tooth whitening, or producing sensations of heat, cool, or tingling. | 11-21-2013 |
20130302079 | CONSUMER CARE PACKAGING - Disclosed is a package for a consumer care composition, the package comprising a container containing a consumer care composition in the form of a solid stick, the container having a base, a solid stick of the consumer care composition supported on the base, an annular sleeve surrounding the solid stick, the annular sleeve being coupled to the base by a coupling mechanism, coupling mechanism being adapted to control longitudinal movement of the annular sleeve relative to the base between extended and retracted positions. Also disclosed is method of manufacturing a package comprising a container containing a consumer care composition in the form of a solid stick in which a void in the container is filled a consumer care composition in liquid form, the liquid passing downwardly through a porous transverse wall in a base of the container. | 11-14-2013 |
20130298341 | ORAL CARE DISPENSER & ORAL CARE SYSTEM IMPLEMENTING THE SAME - An oral care system comprising a toothbrush and a dispenser is disclosed. In one embodiment, the dispenser comprises a housing having a longitudinal axis and an internal reservoir containing an oral care material; a drive component rotatably disposed within the housing and comprising a drive screw, the drive component being axially retained relative to the housing through mechanical interference; and an elevator coupled to the drive screw so that rotation of the drive component in a first rotational direction causes the elevator to axially advance along the drive screw in a first axial direction to dispense the oral care material from a dispensing orifice. | 11-14-2013 |
20130291326 | Oral Care Implement - A toothbrush comprising a tapered bristle having a cross-sectional profile with a major axis and a minor axis. In one embodiment, the invention can be an oral care implement comprising: a head; a handle; and at least one tapered bristle extending from a face of the head, the tapered bristle having a longitudinal axis and a transverse cross-sectional profile having a major axis and a minor axis, the major axis being longer than the minor axis. | 11-07-2013 |
20130287711 | Oral Compositions and Method for Producing Thereof - Methods of preparing a dentifrice comprising polymer matrix film with a low solubility flavorant therein are disclosed. The methods comprise combining a polymer matrix film that are free of a low solubility flavorant with a dentifrice base comprising a low solubility flavorant and maintaining the combined polymer matrix film with the dentifrice base comprising low solubility flavorant for an amount of time sufficient for an amount of a low solubility flavorant to transfer from the dentifrice base comprising low solubility flavorant to the polymer matrix film Products comprising low solubility flavorant-free polymer matrix film in a dentifrice base comprising low solubility flavorant are also disclosed. | 10-31-2013 |
20130287710 | Oral Care Compositions - Oral care compositions comprising a crosslinked polyvinylpyrrolidone complexed with hydrogen peroxide, together with an ethylene oxide-propylene oxide block copolymer. Some embodiments further comprise a calcium abrasive, e.g. calcium pyrophosphate or calcium carbonate, and some may have less than 3% water. | 10-31-2013 |
20130287709 | Metal Salt Compositions - Described herein are compositions comprising combinations of metal salts, and methods of preparing and using the same. | 10-31-2013 |
20130281344 | Dilutable Concentrated Cleaning Composition - This application relates to a dilutable aqueous liquid cleaning composition, typically a dishwashing liquid, which comprises a plurality of surfactants, the surfactants including surfactant active components comprising from greater than 30% to up to 55% by weight, based on the weight of the composition, wherein the composition has a viscosity of 100 to 500 mPas as measured 25° C., and the composition is dilutable with water to form a non-gelling diluted composition having up to six times the volume of the undiluted composition and a viscosity within the range of 100 to 1600 mPas as measured at 25° C. at any dilution up to the six times dilution. | 10-24-2013 |
20130280186 | Polymer Systems - Disclosed herein are polymer systems and compositions comprising polymer systems, and methods of preparing and using the same. | 10-24-2013 |
20130280185 | Compounds and Compositions - Described herein are compounds of Formula (I): or a salt thereof; wherein: R1 and R5 are independently selected from H, OH and alkoxy; R | 10-24-2013 |
20130280184 | Oral Compositions and Method for Producing Thereof - Methods of preparing a dentifrice comprising polymer matrix film with a low solubility flavorant therein are disclosed. The methods comprise combining a polymer matrix film that are free of a low solubility flavorant with a dentifrice base comprising a low solubility flavorant and maintaining the combined polymer matrix film with the dentifrice base comprising low solubility flavorant for an amount of time sufficient for an amount of a low solubility flavorant to transfer from the dentifrice base comprising low solubility flavorant to the polymer matrix film Products comprising low solubility flavorant-free polymer matrix film in a dentifrice base comprising low solubility flavorant are also disclosed. | 10-24-2013 |