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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jun. 29, 2004
Filed:
Oct. 20, 2000
Duane Gerard Krzysik, Appleton, WI (US);
David Roland Otts, Appleton, WI (US);
Beth Anne Lange, Appleton, WI (US);
Brenda Marie Nelson, Appleton, WI (US);
Earl David Brock, Kimberly, WI (US);
Martha Lillian Tate, Atlanta, GA (US);
Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc., Neenah, WI (US);
Abstract
The present invention relates to compositions and absorbent articles including compositions for protecting and enhancing the barrier function of the skin. The compositions can be applied to the bodyfacing surfaces of absorbent articles so that the compositions come into contact with the skin. The compositions of the invention have improved stability on the bodyfacing surfaces after processing. The compositions of the invention provide several benefits including prevention and alleviation of skin irritations associated with the use of absorbent articles. The compositions can include hydrophilic solvents, high molecular weight polyethylene glycols, fatty alcohols, surfactants, natural fats, natural oils, sterols or sterol derivatives and emollients.