METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR REDUCING BODY ODOR

摘要

The present invention relates to an odor absorbing composition, which is saf e for use on human skin, comprising from 0.1 % to 5 %, by weight of the composition, of solubilized, water-soluble, uncomplexed cyclodextrin; from 0 .1 % to 36 %, by weight of the composition, of an oil phase selected from the group consisting of emollients, moisturizers, and skin protectants; an emulsifier; and an aqueous carrier. The odor absorbing compositions of the present invention may also contain an effective amount of hydrophobic antimicrobials. The present invention also relates to the use of cyclodextri n- containing compositions for the manufacture of an odor absorbing composition , which is safe for use on skin, for controlling environmental malodors on ski n and for reducing body odor and/or vaginal odor.