As is well-known, the body's microbiome extends beyond the gut, and this delicate balance can easily be disrupted by antibiotics or even alcohol-based cleansers. The inventors on a patent application therefore sought to provide an alternative, alcohol-free composition that is not based on Lactobacillae for topical use in the prevention and treatment of skin and mucosal infections, especially of male and female sexual organs.
According to the invention, the desired composition would be capable of restoring and stabilizing the vaginal flora's natural acidity between pH 3.0 and 4.5 over a prolonged period of time, minimally for 3 hr. Furthermore, it would be generally regarded as safe (GRAS) and its major components must be food-grade to allow for potential applications as a lubricant. Finally, it must be fully latex condom-compatible/safe and may have a lubrifying effect.
Cranberry composition for topical skin infection treatment
U.S. Patent Application 20160129063
Publication date: May 12, 2016
Assignee: Hestia Investments
The composition includes cranberry concentrate, urea, L-arginine, water, and a buffer to ensure a pH value of 3.0 to 4.0. Additional substances can be added as well. The invention also includes packaging in a two-compartment blister pack and an applicator—for ease of use on desired areas.
