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...that Charles Goodyear performed some of his experiments on rubber while in debtor's prison? He was there so often he referred to it as his "hotel". Chronically in debt because of poor business sense and ill health, Goodyear depended on the generosity of friends and family. Even after he unlocked the secret to vulcanizing rubber, he was unable to improve his financial situation. When he died, his estate was $200,000 in debt.
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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7033614 | Bismuth oxychloride compositions and methods of rinsing A rinse-off composition comprising in percent by weight 0.10–10.00 of a dispersion of bismuth oxychloride 3.50–90.00 of a surfactant, 0.001–0.050 of a dye, 3.00–15.00 of an emollient and 10.00–80.00 of water; said dispersion of bismuth oxychloride containi... | 04/25/2006 |
| 6949532 | Use of mometasone furoate for treating airway passage and lung diseases The administration of aerosolize particles of mometasone furoate in the form of dry powders, solutions, or aqueous suspension for treating corticosteroid-responsive diseases of the surfaces of upper and/or lower airway passages and/or lungs, e.g., allergic rhinitis ... | 09/27/2005 |
| 6946147 | Method of using optically-activated particles in cosmetic preparations Optically-activated particles for use in cosmetic preparations. The optically-activated particles include a plurality of substrate particles selected from the group consisting of nylons, acrylics, polyesters, other plastic polymers, natural materials, regenerated ce... | 09/20/2005 |
| 6808722 | Method of using optically-activated particles in cosmetic preparations Optically-activated particles for use in cosmetic preparations. The optically-activated particles include a plurality of substrate particles selected from the group consisting of nylons, acrylics, polyesters, other plastic polymers, natural materials, regenerated ce... | 10/26/2004 |
| 6809077 | Cyclosporin analogs for the treatment of autoimmune diseases The present invention relates to a cyclosporin analog of the following formula (I) or a pro-drug or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof: In particular, residue A maybe represented by either formula A1 or A2 as ill... | 10/26/2004 |
| 6797260 | Bleeding control and healing aid compositions and methods of use A composition is disclosed which has been shown to stop or control bleeding and seal open small blood vessels while accelerating the healing process of abraded oral “gum” and other “skin” (epithelial) tissues. The composition is preferably in the form of a p... | 09/28/2004 |
| 6767533 | Use of a substance binding with the peripheral benzodiazepin receptor for treating skin stress A composition containing a peripheral benzodiazepine receptor ligand for topical use in the treatment of cutaneous stress. ... | 07/27/2004 |
| 6759396 | Compositions based on a synergistic mixture of at least one VDR ligand and a retinoid A novel combination of one or more ligands with VDR receptor selective activity and one or more retinoids selective for RARγ receptors as opposed to RARα receptors is described, as well as the use thereof in cosmetic and skin-care applications for treating disorde... | 07/06/2004 |
| 6737068 | Wipe formulation The present invention relates to a liquid formulation for a feminine wipe. The preferred formulation has an anti-irritant agent, a pH adjuster namely citric acid, and at least one preservative. ... | 05/18/2004 |
| 6689339 | Viscous compositions containing carbon dioxide A carbon dioxide-containing viscous composition wherein carbon dioxide bubbles are retained in an aqueous viscous composition. Use of the composition makes it possible to treat or ameliorate itching accompanying mucocutaneous diseases or mucocutaneous dis... | 02/10/2004 |
| 6613359 | Method of using optically-activated particles in cosmetic preparations Optically-activated fixed particles for use in cosmetic, toiletries, or pharmaceutical preparations. The optically-activated fixed particles include a plurality of substrate particles and a fluorescent compound fixed to each of the plurality of substrate ... | 09/02/2003 |
| 6610741 | Skin cosmetic compositions containing a weak carboxylic acid and random copolymers of ethylene oxides and propylene oxides Cosmetic skin compositions containing a weak carboxylic acid and a random copolymer of ethylene oxide and propylene oxide. The copolymer reduces skin irritation that is sometimes caused by the weak acid active without reducing delivery of weak acids to sk... | 08/26/2003 |
| 6599513 | Products for topical applications comprising oil bodies The present invention provides novel emulsion formulations which comprise oil bodies. The invention also provides a method for preparing the emulsions and the use of the emulsions in products for topical application to the skin. The products are very mild... | 07/29/2003 |
| 6586013 | Method of using optically-activated particles in cosmetic preparations Optically-activated particles for use in cosmetic preparations. The optically-activated particles include a plurality of substrate particles selected from the group consisting of nylons, acrylics, polyesters, other plastic polymers, natural materials, reg... | 07/01/2003 |
| 6582710 | Products for topical applications comprising oil bodies The present invention provides novel emulsion formulations which comprise oil bodies. The invention also provides a method for preparing the emulsions and the use of the emulsions in products for topical application to the skin. The products are very mild... | 06/24/2003 |
| 6521595 | Nonimmunosuppressive [γ-hydroxy-methylleucine4] cyclosporin A, hair growth stimulator and external composition for skin using the same The present invention relates to methods for treating alopecia and stimulating hair growth and pharmaceutical compositions using nonimmunosuppressive [γ-hydroxy-methylleucine4 ] cyclosporin A having superior hair growth-promoting effect, where... | 02/18/2003 |
| 6503519 | Dermatic cosmetic material A dermatic cosmetic material containing as a substrate a silicone composition paste comprising (i) a cross-linked silicone polymer having hydrophilic polyoxyalkylene groups wherein polyoxyethylene moieties are comprised, which functions as a thickener com... | 01/07/2003 |
| 6468514 | Method of preparing particularly skin-compatible cosmetic or dermatological cleansing preparations The use of one or more cosurfactants (surfactant B) in a mixture with one or more surfactants different from surfactant B (surfactant A) for reducing the binding of surfactant A to the surface of the skin.... | 10/22/2002 |
| 6436416 | Cosmetic skin conditioning compositions containing high performing retinyl esters Cosmetic skin care compositions containing a high performing retinyl ester which is an ester of retinol with C18, unsaturated, non-essential, cis-6 and/or cis-12 fatty acid. The ester is preferably selected from the group consisting of gamma-re... | 08/20/2002 |
| 6410034 | Dermal absorption-promoting agent A dermal absorption-promoting agent comprising p-methane-3,8-diol and 1,3-butylene glycol as well as a topical formulation containing the same; and a dermal absorption-promoting agent further comprising 1,3-butylene glycol, as well as a topical formulatio... | 06/25/2002 |
| 6399108 | Compositions and methods for the treatment of skin disorders The present invention is directed to methods and compositions for treating skin disorders. The present invention is easily administered and can be used for both humans and animals. The compositions of the present invention comprise borate compounds and pr... | 06/04/2002 |
| 6391323 | Composition for the treatment of burns, sunburns, abrasions, ulcers and cutaneous irritation A composition having analgesic, antiseptic and skin healing promoting activity, suitable for the treatment of burns, sunburns, scalds, irritation, sores and abrasions which includes, as active ingredients, chlorophyll, cod liver oil, and camphor, preferab... | 05/21/2002 |
| 6322796 | Immunological tolerance-inducing agent An immunological tolerance-inducing agent comprising a mucosa-binding molecule linked to a specific tolerogen is disclosed. Further, a method of inducing immunological tolerance in an individual against a specific antigen, including hapten, which causes a... | 11/27/2001 |
| 6254897 | Herbal composition for treatment of tinea infections and method of making same The present invention relates to a novel herbal composition having antimycotic activity effective against tinea infections, comprising plant substances as main ingredients, and method of treating a patient having a tinea infection. More particularly, the ... | 07/03/2001 |
| 6248343 | Therapeutic antimicrobial compositions Antimicrobial alcohol-containing compositions and methods of using the compositions to disinfect surfaces and provide therapeutic benefits are disclosed.... | 06/19/2001 |
| 6221403 | Topical composition A topical composition for impregnating a bandage comprises zinc oxide in a stable oil in water emulsion. The emulsion comprises one or more fats or oils, one or more emulsifying agents, at least one water soluble gum and water. No preservative is required... | 04/24/2001 |
| 6217885 | Antipruriginous cosmetic and/or pharmaceutical compositions consisting of one or several light local anaesthetics and one or several astringent substances The present invention relates to antipruritic cosmetic and/or pharmaceutical compositions for use on human or animal skin, comprising one or more mild local anesthetics, one or more astringents and/or, if appropriate, a substance having an antiinflammator... | 04/17/2001 |
| 6211152 | Formulations for peptide release A pharmaceutical and/or veterinary formulation comprising deslorelin and an excipient, the formulation being characterised in that, in vitro, it releases deslorelin into phosphate buffered saline, as hereinbefore described, at 37° C. at a rate of about 2... | 04/03/2001 |
| 6203808 | Ceramide compounds, process of preparation and use The present application relates to novel ceramide compounds to their process of preparation and to their use in cosmetics or in pharmaceuticals, in particular for treating and caring for the skin, hair, nails and eyelashes.... | 03/20/2001 |
| 6117435 | Natural look cosmetic compositions The invention relates to a composition for topical application to the skin comprising (a) silica beads comprising an inner core of silica, a middle layer of metal oxide, and an outer layer of silica; (b) at least one interference pigment; and optionally (... | 09/12/2000 |
| 6039963 | Ceramide compounds, process for their preparation and use The present invention relates to compounds corresponding to the formula: ##STR1## the compounds being in the form of mixtures of isomers at least on the amino alcohol part of the said formula (I). The invention also relates to a process for their pre... | 03/21/2000 |
| 6028118 | Methods of using extracts of shark cartilage The present invention relates to cartilage extracts and to a method of producing the same. Shark cartilage extracts having anti-angiogenic, anti-tumoral, anti-inflammatory and anti-collagenolytic activities have been obtained by an improved process. The p... | 02/22/2000 |
| 6025334 | Extracts of shark cartilage having anti-collagenolytic, anti-inflammatory, anti-angiogenic and anti-tumoral activities; process of making, methods of using and compositions thereof The present invention relates to cartilage extracts and to a method of producing the same. Shark cartilage extracts having anti-angiogenic, direct anti-tumor proliferating, anti-inflammatory and anti-collagenolytic activities have been obtained by an impr... | 02/15/2000 |
| 6024940 | Treatment of chronic pulmonary inflammation A method and medicant for the inhibition of activation of the nuclear transcription NF-.kappa.B comprising administering an effective amount of a compound of the formula: ##STR1## where R=ethylene, R'=C4 to C14 straight chain or... | 02/15/2000 |
| 6020005 | Genital wart treatment A genital wart treatment for treating and removing genital warts. The genital wart treatment includes the acts of dissolving a volume of particulate potassium permanganate in a volume of water to form a treatment solution, and repeatedly performing over a... | 02/01/2000 |
| 5993857 | Cosmetic skin cleanser based on natural active substances A cosmetic skin cleanser based on natural active ingredients is disclosed. The cleanser comprises an aqueous non-oily suspension of microspheres of a polyoxymethlyene urea containing a natural liquid vegetable oil, and agents based on natural substances f... | 11/30/1999 |
| 5985839 | Extracts of shark cartilage having an anti-angiogenic activity and an effect on tumor regression: process of making thereof The present invention relates to shark cartilage extracts and to a method of producing the same, these extracts having anti-angiogenic properties (reduction of the area of blood vessels observed in vivo on experimentally induced tumors), tumor regressive ... | 11/16/1999 |
| 5961999 | Method of skin care using a skin care preparation containing a betaine ester and an -hydroxy acid The method of skin care includes applying a skin care preparation to the skin of an individual in an amount sufficient to moisturize the skin or to cause a reduction of skin wrinkling and a smoothing of the skin. The skin care preparation has a pH value o... | 10/05/1999 |
| 5955112 | Non-stinging styptic pencil A non-stinging styptic composition in the form of a water soluble resin coated cast pencil, for stopping bleeding from cuts and nicks received during shaving. The composition comprises aluminum sulfate, aloe, glycerine, lidocaine and polyethylene glycol 4... | 09/21/1999 |
| 5855893 | Trichodesma lanicum seed extract as an anti-irritant in compositions containing hydroxy acids or retinoids Compositions containing hydroxy acids and/or retinoids and further containing Trichodesma lanicum seed extract as an anti-irritant/anti-sting agent.... | 01/05/1999 |
