| abstract |
The invention relates to a wet wipe product comprising a substrate and an emulsion. The emulsioncomprising: an acrylate/C10-C30 alkyl acrylate cross polymer emulsifier; salicylic acid; a nonionic surfactant; and a lipophillic component. The nonionic surfactant is selected from the group consisting of (i) a polymeric ether, (ii) a mixture of laurate esters of sorbitol and sorbital anhydrides condensed with ethylene oxide; and (iii) mixtures thereof. The invention also relates to a method for depositing salicylic acid to mammalian skin comprising topically applying the wipe product described above to the skin to be treated. The emulsion according to the invention produces an aesthetically pleasing product, capable of removing non-water proof make-up and able to deliver salicylic acid to the skin and is mild on the skin. |