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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jun. 24, 2025
Filed:
Aug. 30, 2021
Northwestern University, Evanston, IL (US);
Yobee Care, Inc., Chicago, IL (US);
Ruchi Gupta, Chicago, IL (US);
Tarun Jain, Chicago, IL (US);
Northwestern University, Evanston, IL (US);
Yobee Care, Inc., Chicago, IL (US);
Abstract
Disclosed are methods and topical compositions for applying bacteria to skin, scalp and hair. The topical compositions include bacteria in a suitable base vehicle comprising honey for applying the bacteria to skin, scalp and hair. The base vehicle may include additional components such as, but not limited to, plant-based products, micro-nutrients, emollients and plant-sourced emulsifiers, and anti-oxidants, among other components. The topical compositions may be utilized in methods for treating and/or preventing skin, scalp, and hair conditions such as, but not limited to, dry skin, dry scalp, dandruff, psoriasis, cradle cap, seborrheic dermatitis, and/or eczema.