| abstract |
A topical germicidal composition comprising: 50-85% wt. of an alcohol constituent comprising one or more C1-C4 monohydric alcohols; 0.01-5% wt. of a film forming constituent based-on one or more celluloses or cellulose derivatives, 0.01-25% wt. of a humectant, preferably glycerine; 0.01-5% wt. of an opacifier constituent; optionally but preferably a Polyquaternium-type polymer or material; optionally one or more further constituents for improving the aesthetic or other technical characteristics of the invention, with the balance-of the composition, up to about 30% wt. of water, wherein the composition is characterized that it is flowable and preferably also exhibits an initial viscosity (“as mixed”) of at least about 10 cPs measured at 25° C., and subsequent to being stored at elevated temperatures and/or extended time intervals are retained as a single phase composition and do not split or separate into two or more phases, and further, the compositions provide a topical germicidal benefit when applied to the skin or parts of the body. |