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USPTO Application #: 20050238597
DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0003] In the search for a safe and effective sebossuppressive agent that could be used topically, applicants screened a number of classes of pharmaceuticals that are commonly in use for various pharmacological activities, including topical antihistamines. Antihistamine drugs or H-1 antagonists are not known to have any effect on the sebaceous gland or the production of sebum.

[0004] Applicants have discovered that certain topical antihistamine preparations typically sold over the counter and used to relieve itching, in particular, diphenhydramine hydrochloride [1-2%] and tripelennamine hydrochloride [0.5-2.0%], when used in various formulations, can be used to reduce generation of sebum, and moreover, once sebum is reduced, subsequent treatment of acne, seborrhea or dermatitis by known conventional methods is more effective and less objectionable to patients so treated.

It is the male hormone, testosterone, which stimulates the production of the sebaceous glands in times of stress. This is why people often develop acne when under stress. Meat (including poultry) contains hormones and hormone-like substances which can affect the hormonal balance in the body. Beauticians have reported that women who regularly eat meat are more likely to suffer from acne and hirsuitism which they put down to the steroids and hormone levels in the meat.

(1) [The polycystic ovary syndrome and increased body mass]. Sindrom polikistoznyh iaichnikov i izbytochnaia massa tela. Alieva EA; Fanchenko ND; Pshenichnikova TIa; Parshutin NP; Gasparov AS; VetrM Acta Univ Palacki Olomuc Fac Med 1990, 126 p233-40
(2) J Rasmussen - Review - ‘Diet & Acne’ Int J Derm 16 (1977);488
J Fulton, ‘The effect of chocolate on acne vulgaris’ JAMA 210 (1969);2071

Scientists have not found a connection between specific foods and acne. The common train of thought “chocolate causes acne” is a myth. There is no scientific link between sugary and greasy foods and pimples, however, it is very important to maintain a healthy diet. The Journal of the American Medical Association recognized, “Diet plays no role in acne treatment in most patients.Even large amounts of certain foods have not clinically exacerbated acne.”

There are several nutrients found in foods that promote an overall healthy body. When the body is obtaining these nutrients, it will reflect in the person’s overall well being and appearance. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, “A healthy diet is important for improving raw materials for healthy skin.” The skin is the largest organ of the body and just like all the other organs, the proper nutrients should be provided for optimal health.

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