CA2620242A1 - Topical soothing bruise healing preparation - Google Patents
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Abstract
A topical soothing bruise healing preparation is disclosed containing 3 active, natural ingredients: Arnica, Witch Hazel and Menthol. The invention provides novel dermatological composition using a specific ratio of stated active ingredients which is useful for bruises to: speed the healing time, reduce discoloration, and reduce the pain/discomfort of the bruise in a soothing and moisturizing topical preparation. The disclosed ratio produces desired effect on bruises but also presents as a virtually odourless preparation.
Description
TOPICAL SOOTHING BRUISE HEALING PREPARATION
Description:
Name of Invention: Topica/ Soothing Bruise Healing Preparation This invention relates to a topical natural / pharmaceutical grade preparation containing 3 active natural ingredients, which is applied to bruises to help them heal more quickly.
Many people generally let bruises heal on their own. Some apply ice, but very few people actually treat bruises as they tend to be self limiting, and treatments are not well established. Arnica and witch hazel are independently known within the Natural Health movement as ingredients that may improve the healing process of bruises.
However, these ingredients have several issues limiting their use as bruise treatments. First, the odour of these products is unappealing. Arnica containing topical products have a strong herbal scent that reduces its use in mainstream pharmacies and witch hazel is extracted in alcohol yielding a very potent alcohol odour to it's preparations. The second issue affecting the use of these products is their marginal efficacy on treating bruises on their own. Data from published journals remains questionable.
I have found that these disadvantages can be overcome through combining Arnica and Witch Hazel in a single topical preparation and adding Menthol to the mixture using a specific ratio discussed below. Menthol, possessing a mint-like odour, is a counter-irritant that provides a penetrating and cooling sensation to the affected area, resulting in pain relief. Adding Menthol to the Arnica and Witch hazel, has the novel effect of significantly reducing each ingredient's odour, to the point that the final product is virtually odourless.
The specific ratio being disclosed is 1:1:0.05 of Arnica Oil : Witch Hazel Distillate Menthol. The concentrations being disclosed in this ratio are: Arnica Oil 10%, Witch Hazel Distillate 10% and Menthol 0.5%. The end product is virtually odouriess, speeds the healing time, reduce discoloration, and reduces the pain/discomfort of the bruise in a soothing and moisturizing application. Moreover, after applying this Topical Soothing Bruise Healing Preparation to my bruises, it is apparent that the bruises heal sooner than when the active ingredients were applied to bruises individually. Other important attributes of the preparation are that it is non-staining, and non-greasy, which are significant considerations when applying topical preparations.
The best way to use this product for adults and children over 2, is to massage it gently onto the affected area as soon as the bruise-related injury occurs, 3 times daily, until the bruise disappears or up to a maximum of 7 days. The product should be used along with the RICE principle of bruise management: Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation.
The preparation should be used externally only, and contact with eyes and mucous membranes should be avoided. It should not be used on broken skin or open wounds or if allergic to the daisy family. In case of accidental ingestion, professional advice should be sought, or a Poison Control Centre should be immediately contacted.
The product should be discontinued and a doctor should be consulted if hypersensitivity occurs such as rash or irritation, if condition worsens or if symptoms persist for more than 7 days. It should be stored at room temperature. The bruise should not be massaged if it causes pain. Furthermore, the topical preparation should not be used if under 2 years old, if pregnant or breast-feeding, or if taking blood thinning medication (anticoagulants) as it has not been tested in these groups.
This product can be used to treat bruises or contusions resulting from falls, blunt injuries, sports injuries, cosmetic procedures or vaccinations. Furthermore it is for human and animal use.
Description:
Name of Invention: Topica/ Soothing Bruise Healing Preparation This invention relates to a topical natural / pharmaceutical grade preparation containing 3 active natural ingredients, which is applied to bruises to help them heal more quickly.
Many people generally let bruises heal on their own. Some apply ice, but very few people actually treat bruises as they tend to be self limiting, and treatments are not well established. Arnica and witch hazel are independently known within the Natural Health movement as ingredients that may improve the healing process of bruises.
However, these ingredients have several issues limiting their use as bruise treatments. First, the odour of these products is unappealing. Arnica containing topical products have a strong herbal scent that reduces its use in mainstream pharmacies and witch hazel is extracted in alcohol yielding a very potent alcohol odour to it's preparations. The second issue affecting the use of these products is their marginal efficacy on treating bruises on their own. Data from published journals remains questionable.
I have found that these disadvantages can be overcome through combining Arnica and Witch Hazel in a single topical preparation and adding Menthol to the mixture using a specific ratio discussed below. Menthol, possessing a mint-like odour, is a counter-irritant that provides a penetrating and cooling sensation to the affected area, resulting in pain relief. Adding Menthol to the Arnica and Witch hazel, has the novel effect of significantly reducing each ingredient's odour, to the point that the final product is virtually odourless.
The specific ratio being disclosed is 1:1:0.05 of Arnica Oil : Witch Hazel Distillate Menthol. The concentrations being disclosed in this ratio are: Arnica Oil 10%, Witch Hazel Distillate 10% and Menthol 0.5%. The end product is virtually odouriess, speeds the healing time, reduce discoloration, and reduces the pain/discomfort of the bruise in a soothing and moisturizing application. Moreover, after applying this Topical Soothing Bruise Healing Preparation to my bruises, it is apparent that the bruises heal sooner than when the active ingredients were applied to bruises individually. Other important attributes of the preparation are that it is non-staining, and non-greasy, which are significant considerations when applying topical preparations.
The best way to use this product for adults and children over 2, is to massage it gently onto the affected area as soon as the bruise-related injury occurs, 3 times daily, until the bruise disappears or up to a maximum of 7 days. The product should be used along with the RICE principle of bruise management: Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation.
The preparation should be used externally only, and contact with eyes and mucous membranes should be avoided. It should not be used on broken skin or open wounds or if allergic to the daisy family. In case of accidental ingestion, professional advice should be sought, or a Poison Control Centre should be immediately contacted.
The product should be discontinued and a doctor should be consulted if hypersensitivity occurs such as rash or irritation, if condition worsens or if symptoms persist for more than 7 days. It should be stored at room temperature. The bruise should not be massaged if it causes pain. Furthermore, the topical preparation should not be used if under 2 years old, if pregnant or breast-feeding, or if taking blood thinning medication (anticoagulants) as it has not been tested in these groups.
This product can be used to treat bruises or contusions resulting from falls, blunt injuries, sports injuries, cosmetic procedures or vaccinations. Furthermore it is for human and animal use.
Claims (8)
1) A topical preparation for bruises, contusions, or sprains comprising of Arnica, Witch Hazel and Menthol (3 active ingredients) that is designed for human or animal use.
2) A topical preparation as defined in claim 1, consisting of a cream, paste, solution, suspension, or liquid base.
3) A topical preparation as defined in Claims 1 or 2, in which the active ingredients are present in varying forms: Arnica Montana or Arnica (Montana) Extract or Arnica Oil or Arnica Montana Flower Water or Arnica Montana Powder or Arnica Liquid, Witch Hazel or Witch Hazel Distillate or Witch Hazel Extract or Witch Hazel Fluid Extract or Witch Hazel Water or Witch Hazel Tincture or hamamelis virginiana, menthol or peppermint oil.
4) A topical preparation as defined in Claims 1, 2 or 3, in which concentrations of the active ingredients range from 5.0% - 15.0% for any form of Arnica or Witch Hazel, and 0.25% - 0.75% Menthol.
5) A topical preparation as defined in Claims 1, 2, 3 or 4, in which the ratio of arnica oil : witch hazel : menthol is 1:1:0.05 .
6) A topical preparation as defined in claims 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 that contain the following non-active ingredients: Water, Lanolin, Cetearyl Alcohol &
Ceteareth-20, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Propylene Glycol, Ethyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate & PEG-100 Stearate, Propylene Glycol &
Diazolidinyl Urea & Methylparaben & Propylparaben, and Cetyl Alcohol.
Ceteareth-20, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Propylene Glycol, Ethyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate & PEG-100 Stearate, Propylene Glycol &
Diazolidinyl Urea & Methylparaben & Propylparaben, and Cetyl Alcohol.
7) A topical preparation as defined in claims 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 that range in pH
fro 6.5 to 7.5
fro 6.5 to 7.5
8) A topical preparation as defined in claims 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 or 7 that is for human and/or animal use.
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Cited By (3)
| Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WO2016131041A1 (en) * | 2015-02-13 | 2016-08-18 | Peter Kennedy | Topical vasodilator composition |
| EP3108877A1 (en) | 2015-06-24 | 2016-12-28 | Amphora Holdings, Inc. | Topical composition comprising natural ingredients for bruising or hematoma healing on skin and use thereof |
| US10478466B1 (en) | 2015-02-13 | 2019-11-19 | Peter Kennedy | Topical vasodilator composition |
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Cited By (3)
| Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WO2016131041A1 (en) * | 2015-02-13 | 2016-08-18 | Peter Kennedy | Topical vasodilator composition |
| US10478466B1 (en) | 2015-02-13 | 2019-11-19 | Peter Kennedy | Topical vasodilator composition |
| EP3108877A1 (en) | 2015-06-24 | 2016-12-28 | Amphora Holdings, Inc. | Topical composition comprising natural ingredients for bruising or hematoma healing on skin and use thereof |
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