| abstract |
topical wash composition and use of the composition the present invention relates to a topical dermatological / pharmaceutical composition comprising bpo, wherein the composition is a wash composition with desirable tolerance, stability and foam properties. the composition comprises: a) benzoyl peroxide (bpo), b) at least one mild surfactant selected from classes of anionic and / or nonionic surfactant, c) zinc gluconate, d) dipotassium glycyrrhizinate, e) at least one gelling agent. preferably, the composition is made in the form of an aqueous gel or an aqueous alcoholic gel. the invention also relates to the use of that composition for the treatment of dermatological conditions and, in particular, in the treatment of acne. |