694 results about "Erythema" patented technology

The present invention provides a system for achieving erythema and / or mild edema in an upper layer of skin, without causing blisters, and without the risk of high fluence levels or critical need for cooling.

Antibodies, humanized antibodies, resurfaced antibodies, antibody fragments, derivatized antibodies, and conjugates of same with cytotoxic agents, which specifically bind to CD38, are capable of killing CD38+ cells by apoptosis, antibody-dependent cell-mediated cytotoxicity (ADCC), and / or complement-dependent cytotoxicity (CDC). Said antibodies and fragments thereof may be used in the treatment of tumors that express CD38 protein, such as multiple myeloma, chronic lymphocytic leukemia, chronic myelogenous leukemia, acute myelogenous leukemia, or acute lymphocytic leukemia, or the treatment of autoimmune and inflammatory diseases such as systemic lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, erythematosus, and asthma. Said derivatized antibodies may be used in the diagnosis and imaging of tumors that express elevated levels of CD38. Also provided are cytotoxic conjugates comprising a cell binding agent and a cytotoxic agent, therapeutic compositions comprising the conjugate, methods for using the conjugates in the inhibition of cell growth and the treatment of disease, and a kit comprising the cytotoxic conjugate. In particular, the cell binding agent is a monoclonal antibody, and epitope-binding fragments thereof, that recognizes and binds the CD38 protein.

I have discovered cosmetic or topical pharmaceutical compositions for external body part or organ slimming, firming, cellulite reduction, fat-reduction, and obesity control benefits that are in synergistic combination with benefits for the treatment of skin aging, skin wrinkles reduction, skin exfoliating, treatment of acne, treatment of rosacea, age-spots reduction, skin surface whitening, skin surface brightening striae distensae (stretch marks) reduction, treatment of pimples, treatment of skin infections and lesions, spider veins reduction, blood microcirculation (venous insufficiency) improvement, UVA / UVB protection of skin, and skin redness reduction. These compositions thus provide multiple combinations of skin and external body part or organ enhancement benefits that can be selective and specific for external body parts and organs such as face, chin, cheeks, arms, "love handles" in abdomen area, eye lids and eye zone, neck, breasts, thighs, and hips. These compositions include a body beneficial composition selected from certain nutraceutical, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical ingredients, a composition to promote collagen and elastin synthesis in the skin, and a cosmetically or pharmaceutically acceptable delivery system.

The present invention relates to acne and rosacea compositions by a six-prong synergistic combination treatment strategy that includes (1) control of excess sebum production, (2) control of undesirable bacteria or mites, (3) control of inflammation, (4) enhanced desquamation of follicular infundibulum cells, (5) reduction of irritation from anti-acne or rosacea compositions themselves, and (6) enhancement of the topical bioavailability of anti-acne and rosacea compositions. This is achieved by a synergistic combination of commonly utilized topical anti-acne and rosacea ingredients with a topical bioavailability enhancement composition, which results in enhanced anti-acne and rosacea action from such ingredients. Moreover, additional inclusion of an anti-inflammatory composition, and also a vascular micro-circulation enhancement composition, further results in synergistic superior anti-acne and rosacea benefits from such compositions. The present invention discloses additional surprising synergistic combinations for the control of acne and rosacea that are suitable for a variety of delivery systems and packaging forms.

The present invention relates to a method of treating, reducing, inhibiting, preventing and / or reversing cutaneous facial flushing caused by abnormal, endogenously-induced vasomotor instability associated with, but not limited to acne rosacea, menopause-associated hot flashes, hot flashes resulting from orchiectomy or ingestion of substances capable of inducing a cutaneous facial flushing reaction (e.g.: alcohol, chocolate, spices) by topical dermatological application of an effective dose of a composition comprising at least one α2 adrenergic receptor agonist (such as a (2-imidazolin-2-ylamino) quinoxaline derivative such as brimonidine tartrate)and a suitable carrier.

The present invention relates generally to composition and methods for topical application to skin. More particularly, it relates to treatment of scars and rosacea, and other aspects of skin care. A composition is disclosed having a skin toner for cleansing a skin surface, removing dead skin cells, restoring alkali balance, and shrinking skin pores; and a skin moisturizer for increasing water content in the external layers of the skin.

Methods, apparatus and systems for personal care, such as treatment of a skin or hair treatment surface, are disclosed. In some embodiments, a base device is configured to thermally modify (heat or cool) an applicator on a hand piece that can then be used to cleanse, treat and / or otherwise rejuvenate the treatment surface. The applicator can be formulated with a smooth or abrasive material that can absorb, be coated with or otherwise take up a variety of materials, such as liquids, lotions, gels or creams, which are suitable for application to the treatment surface. The base device may thermally modify the material that is then coupled to the applicator and applied to the treatment surface during treatment. Application of the applicator at the desired temperature to the treatment surface may, for example, stimulate deeper blood circulation, clear pores, diminishes or removes deep and fine wrinkles, accelerate acne clearing, treat blemished skin, decrease edema and erythema of the skin, and / or reduce puritis of various etiologies. The hand piece may comprise one or more secondary treatment elements, such as LEDs for photoactivation, electrodes for delivery of micro-currents or vibrating elements for rubbing or abraiding, in order to achieve additional activation of the treatment surface and / or of the thermally modified material coupled to the applicator, which may enhance or improve treatment.

In methods, compounds, and topical formulations for treatment of rosacea incorporating compounds represented by the formulas below:wherein each of R1, R2, and R3 is independently hydrogen, hologen, alkyl, or alkoxy;each of R4 and R5 is independently hydrogen, alkyl, or alkoxy; and each of R6 and R7 is independently hydrogen, nitro, alkyl, or alkoxy;wherein each of A1, A3, and A4 is independently hydrogen or alkyl; and A2 is independently hydrogen or hydroxy; andwherein each of B1, B2, and B3 is independently hydrogen, hydroxy, or alkoxy; and each of B4 and B5 is independently hydrogen or alkyl, applying such compounds topically as sprays, mists, aerosols, solutions, lotions, gels, creams, ointments, pastes, unguents, emulsions, and suspensions to treat rosacea and its symptoms.

A pharmaceutical or cosmeceutical foamable composition for topical application of nitroimidazoles such as Metronidazole and a process of manufacturing the same is disclosed. A method of treatment of skin and scalp disorders, especially of rosacea, acne and foul smelling lesions, by dispensing nitroimidazoles such as Metronidazole in foamable composition is also disclosed.

A method of objectively quantifying assessments of joints having arthritis for purposes of assessment, diagnosis and treatment. The objective measurements utilize known imaging modalities including 3D scanning, thermal imaging, visible and near-infrared imaging and two-dimensional imaging to quantify swelling, heat distribution, erythema, and range or motion. The objective measurements can be combined in various ways to assess the extent of the disease and can be used to adjust treatment protocols.

Methods of treating rosacea using a storage-stable topical composition comprising a mixture of an antimicrobial active ingredient, sufficient amounts of at least one pH modifier to provide the topical composition with an overall pH of about 3.0 to about 8.0, and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. These methods also contemplate the reduction or elimination of Demodex folliculorum organisms from affected skin areas, thereby reducing clinical signs of rosacea potentially due to allergic and vasomotor responses of the body to the organism in susceptible persons.

The present invention describes systems and methods for treating disorders and / or conditions associated with the dermal level of the skin. Such disorders include acne, hyperhidrosis, bromhidrosis, chromhidrosis, rosacea, hair loss, dermal infection, and / or actinic keratosis. Methods generally involve administering nanoemulsions (e.g., nanoparticle compositions) comprising at least one therapeutic agent, such as botulinum toxin. In some embodiments, nanoemulsions are prepared, e.g., by high pressure microfluidization, and comprise a particle size distribution exclusively between 10 nm and 300 nm.

A digital imaging system provides color information of an entire port wine stain or other skin condition with a single image in CIE L*a*b* color space (L*, a*) derived from RGB pixel data (R, G, B). Cross-polarization optics produce marked reduction in specularly reflected light in the images. A patient positioning device allows for repeatable positioning of the patient's head or body portion. The digital nature of the system provides a near real-time mapping of melanin and erythema or other skin chromophore metrics. The cross-polarized diffuse reflectance color digital imaging system obtains subsurface skin color information and acquisition of facial images in a reproducible fashion at a fixed distance from an illumination source at optimized angles of view depending on the region of interest being imaged.

A method for treating a patient having meibomian gland disease, ocular irritation associated with delayed tear clearance, or recurrent corneal epithelial erosion, is disclosed. Preferably, the method concerns treatment of a patient with topical tetracycline, a derivative or analogue of tetracycline, or a chemically modified tetracycline (CMT). Oral administration of a CMT is also disclosed as part of the method for treating meibomian gland disease, ocular irritation associated with delayed tear clearance, or recurrent corneal epithelial erosion.

The present invention relates to the use of one or more tripeptides selected from the group consisting of NLys-Pro-ValC, NLys-Pro-ThrC and NpGLu-His-ProC for the reduction of oxidative stress. The above tripeptides are particularly useful for the treatment of a disease or damage caused by oxidative stress; such as vitiligo, scleroderma, necrosis, or erythema; furthermore, a disease or damage of the hair, like premature hair loss or premature formation of grey hair. Furthermore the invention relates the cosmetic use of the above tripeptides, in particular against skin aging. Further the invention relates cosmetic compositions containing at least one of said tripeptides.

The invention comprises a system and method for non-ablative laser treatment of dermatologic conditions. A laser energy is transmitted to an underlying target element in the skin. The target element is heated to a temperature of at least forty degrees Celsius. In some embodiments, a pulsed, near infrared, high peak power laser energy is used. The systems and methods of the present invention may be used to treat acne, smooth wrinkles, remove hair, treat leg veins, treat facial veins, improve skin texture, decrease pore sizes, reduce rosacea, reduce “blush / diffuse redness, reduce striae, reduce scarring, or the like.

The invention describes compositions and methods of use for 2,5-dihydroxybenzene sulfonic acid compounds and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. The invention provides methods for (a) treating skin cancer; (b) treating cancer of the organs; (c) treating leukemia; (d) improving the efficacy of chemotherapy, radiation therapy and / or cancer immunotherapy; (e) treating rosacea; and (f) treating psoriasis by administration of a composition comprising at least one 2,5-dihydroxybenzene sulfonic acid compound or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, and, optionally at least one therapeutic agent. Also disclosed are compositions comprising administration of at least one 2,5-dihydroxybenzene sulfonic acid compound, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, and, at least one therapeutic agent. In the invention the 2,5-dihydroxybenzene sulfonic acid compounds or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof are 2,5-dihydroxybenzene sulfonic acid, calcium 2,5-dihydroxybenzenesulfonate, potassium 2,5-dihydroxybenzenesulfonate, magnesium 2,5-dihydroxybenzenesulfonate and diethylamine 2,5-dihydroxybenzenesulfonate.

Methods for the treatment or prevention of a number of ocular diseases or disorders are disclosed. In particular, methods are disclosed for the amelioration of macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and other retinopathies, as well as uveitis, presbyopia, dry eye, glaucoma, blepharitis and rosacea of the eye. The methods comprise administration of a compositions comprising an ophthalmologically acceptable carrier or diluent and a hydoxylamine compound in a therapeutically sufficient amount to prevent, retard the development or reduce the symptoms of one or more of the ophthalmic conditions.

The present invention features a method of treating acne or rosacea by applying to the skin electrochemically generated zinc ions. In one embodiment, the method includes topically applying a device including an anode containing zinc.

The present invention describes breathable multilayered adhesive structures that can be used as adhesives to mount devices onto the skin. The breathable multilayered adhesive structures can comprise moisture-wicking layers adhered to the skin by a porous adhesion layer. The pores allow moisture released from the skin to be transferred away through the moisture-wicking layer. The adhesive structures permit the devices to be skin-mounted for an extended period of time (e.g., a few hours or days) without causing moisture-associated skin injuries such as erythema, maceration, and irritation or inflammation.

Dermatological conditions / afflictions such as rosacea, common acne, seborrheic dermatitis, perioral dermatitis, acneform rashes, transient acantholytic dermatosis, and acne necrotica miliaris, most notably rosacea, are treated by topically applying onto the affected skin area of an individual in need of such treatment, a topical pharmaceutical composition which comprises a thus effective amount of ivermectin.

A composition is provided to treat and / or prevent for treating skin conditions including fine lines and wrinkles, acne rosacea, surface irregularities of the skin and hyper-pigmentation melasma of the skin, which includes use of a topically applied composition such as an ointment, lotion, cream, serum, gel or pad applied formulation, containing an effective amount of polyphenols, such as green tea based polyphenols, including but not limited to catechins, such as epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), epigallocatechin (EGC), epicathechin 3-gallate (ECG) and epicatechin (EC). The formulation is preferably composed of 90 percent polyphenol isolates, derived from green tea with potent antioxidant properties, to assist in minimizing free-radical induced skin damage.

The invention discloses a radiation-resistant and moisture-retention sun-blocking skin-care product, which contains 2-5 wt% of oat beta-glucan. The radiation-resistant and moisture-retention sun-blocking skin-care product provided by the invention can be used to raise radiation resistance and immunity of the whole skin and construct healthy skin, has an anti-allergic effect, can effectively prevent / alleviate various inflammation and symptoms such as erythema, and can preserve moisture, minimize fine lines and smoothen skin.

The invention relates to pure traditional Chinese medicinal lotion for treating skin diseases, which is prepared from weeping forsythiae, cicada shell, angelica dahurica, common cnidium fruit, belvedere fruit, dandelion, wild chrysanthemum, caulis lonicerae, glabrous greenbrier rhizome, light yellow sophora root, cortex dictamni, Chinese mugwort leaf, amur corktree bark, virgate wormwood herb, red paeony root, salvia miltiorrhiza bunge, borneol and other traditional Chinese medicines. The lotion has the effects of clearing heat, detoxicating, clearing damp, dispeling the wind, relieving itching, cooling blood, invigorating the circulation of blood, diminishing swelling and relieving pain. The lotion is suitable for treating various skin dieases caused by skin invasion of exogenous pathogenic factors including 'wind, damp, heat, toxic and worm', and is particularly applicable to infants with various skin diseases such as eczema, heat rash, diaper rash, milk ringworm, urticaria, cutaneous pruritus, erythema, red spot, dermatitis, papule, herpes, ulcer, furuncle and carbuncle, pruritusani, unknown pyogenic infection, bite by mosquito and worms, jaundice and congenital disease. The lotion is applicable to adults. For example, the lotion can be used for treating female vaginal discharge disease, pruritus genitalium, pruritus ani and other diseases.

Methods and compositions for the treatment of skin disorders (e.g., acne, rosacea) are described.