| abstract |
The present invention relates to antimicrobial compositions which provide enhanced immediate as well as residual anti-viral and antibacterial efficacy . The antimicrobial compositions of the present invention provide previously unseen residual effectiveness against Gram negative bacteria, Gram positive bacteria, and viruses, fungi, and improved immediate germ reduction upon use . These compositions comprise: (a) a safe and effective amount of a benzoic ac id analog; (b) a safe and effective amount of a metal salt; and (c) a dermatologically acceptable carrier for the acid and salt wherein said composition has a pH of from about 1 to about 7. The invention further relat es to methods of use for the present compositions as well as antimicrobial products which incorporate the compositions. |