Patent ID: 6485734
Filing Date: 2002-11-26
Classification: A01N,A61K,A61Q

Abstract:
A method of eradicating Pediculus humanus capitis comprising the steps of:A) applying to the hair and scalp in need of such treatment, an insecticidally effective amount of a solution whose active ingredient consists of: i) a saponin containing botanical extract at a concentration of at least 200 ppm, based on total weight of the solution; ii) the solution optionally contains an acrylic polymer in a concentration from about 1.0 to about 2.0 weight per cent; B) allowing the solution to remain in contact with the hair and scalp for at least 20 minutes, said 20 minutes being sufficient to kill the Pediculus humanus capitis; C) washing the solution from the hair and scalp after at least 20 minutes has elapsed.