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(57) Abstract: A novel skin preparation composition is provided. SOLUTION: Ethyl alcohol, carboxylated polyacrylate, a cross-linking agent, an adhesion promoter which can include a second solvent and an emollient, an active antibacterial agent which can be either iodine or povidone iodine, and pluronic. An antibacterial film-forming composition comprising a polyol and optional water, which imparts an antibacterial effect to the skin. The composition blocks the decomposition of iodine in the composition and is easily removable from the skin. |