| abstract |
An antimicrobial lotion for topical use comprising an oil-in-water emulsion. The emulsion includes a nonionic emulsifier, an anionic emulsifier, a cationic antimicrobial agent, a carrier oil, and water. The resulting lotion is gentle on the skin while providing more rapid antimicrobial effect than conventional lotions. With longer lasting antimicrobial agents, such as chlorhexidene, the lotion is rubbed into the skin and left on to continue moisturizing and killing microbes for up to 12 hours. |