| abstract |
A composition comprising an oil-in-water emulsion for skin care containing salicylic acid or another hydroxy acid, and propylene glycol to prevent formation of crystals of the hydroxy acid. The composition includes, as an emulsifier, at least one nonionic polyoxyethylene ether with a HLB of about 15 to about 17; in some embodiments, another nonionic polyoxyethylene ether with a HLB of 10 to 12 is also included. The composition also includes lanolin oil and a complex comprising Vitamin A and Vitamin D 3 . Other ingredients, such as a hydrophilic carbohydrate-containing polymer or a quaternary ammonium-containing polymer, can be included. Still other ingredients, such as preservatives, chelators, herbal extracts, allantoin and fragrance, can be included. Another aspect of the invention is a method of use of a composition according to the present invention in treating dermatological or systemic inflammatory conditions such as psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis, and dandruff. |