Patent Application: US-83521307-A

Abstract:
a novel topical preparation comprised of carboxylic acids , chelating agents , dimethyl sulfone and magnesium sulfate that forms a functional and versatile base formation for the addition of numerous medications and active ingredients for the purpose of treating certain skin conditions including , but not limited to psoriasis , eczema , dermatitis , acne , rosacea , scleroderma , skin stones , fungal infections , bacterial infections , or other skin disorders and diseases with improved efficacy and penetration

Description:
the unique composition of the present invention comprises a novel blend of cationic species in conjunction with synthetic amino acid edta and anionic citrates . in one aspect , the invention comprising a pharmaceutical carrier for topical application of medicaments consisting of a lotion or gel like base comprising a mixture of the following aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder or aloe vera leaf water ( between 40 - 90 %) furthermore , the ration of magnesium to citric acid ranges between 0 . 20 to 3 . 00 , 0 . 50 to 2 . 00 , more preferably 0 . 8 to 1 . medicine or other active ingredients may be added to the formulation in oil or water phase from approximately 10 - 30 % by weight . the composition of the present invention is able to receive and hold with great stability many different medicaments or active cosmetic compounds . depending upon the end use of the formulation , various medicines and / or cosmetic ingredients may be added into the oil or water water phase of the product prior to making the emulsion . these compounds , hereafter referred to as active ingredients or “ actives ” range in form and function and are outlined in the following paragraphs . analgesics : most commercial topical analgesics use a counter - irritant , such as methyl salicylate , menthol , camphor , eucalyptol and derivatives or mixtures thereof , or rubefacients , such as capsicum , oleoresin chloroform and the like , formulated as an ointment or gel . the use of counter - irritants and rubefacients to achieve analgesia are well known in the art . arora , u . s . pat . no . 5 , 223 , 257 , discloses an analgesic composition of methyl salicylate , olive oil , eucalyptus oil and isopropyl alcohol . nichols , u . s . pat . no . 5 , 223 , 267 , discloses an analgesic composition of cellulosic powder , counter - irritant ( salicylates , menthol , comphor , eucalyptol ), analgesic ( aspirin , triethanolamine salicylate , ibuprofen ), steroid ( hydrocortisone ), mineral oil , emollient and alcohol . fisher , u . s . pat . no . 3 , 880 , 996 , discloses a preparation of salicylate , menthol , polysiloxane and a vasodilator , such as histamine . beck , u . s . pat . no . 5 , 073 , 366 , discloses a composition containing camphor and eucalyptus oil . elden , u . s . pat . no . 5 , 814 , 659 , discloses a topical composition of a lidocaine analgesic , benzyl alcohol , urea , fatty acid , emulsifier , gel , preservative and organic base . saitoh et al , u . s . pat . no . 4 , 775 , 667 , discloses a topical composition of ethylene glycol monosalicilate , methanol and a small amount of corticosteroid . hosick , u . s . pat . no . 4 , 120 , 976 , discloses the use of methylenedioxyamphetamine to treat arthritis . none of the above cited patents teach or suggest the use of the method and composition outlined in the present invention . nonsteroidal anti - inflammatory agents ( nsaids ) are also useful in relieving pain and tissue swelling , chiefly by inhibiting the biosynthesis of prostaglandins . in small doses , nsaids have an analgesic action , but full doses have both analgesic and anti - inflammatory actions , and are effective in reducing pain and swelling . while pain relief from a headache can be obtained with a single 200 - 400 mg dose of ibuprofen , a full anti - inflammatory effect for bursitis might require 3 , 200 mg / d of the same drug . nsaids fall in seven major classes : proprionic acid derivatives , indole derivatives , fenamates , pyrrolealkanoic acids , pyrazolone derivatives , oxicams and salicylic acids . adult daily suggested daily nsaid oral dosage topical dosage indomethacin 200 mg 50 mg sulindac 400 mg 100 mg tolmetin 1 , 800 mg 500 mg piroxicam 20 mg 5 mg diclofenac potassium 200 mg 50 mg diclofenac sodium 200 mg 50 mg fenoprofen 3 , 200 mg 800 mg flurbiprofen 300 mg 70 mg ibuprofen 3 , 200 mg 800 mg ketoprofen 300 mg 70 mg naproxen 1 , 500 mg 350 mg etodolac 1 , 200 mg 300 mg aspirin 3 , 600 mg 800 mg diflunisal 1 , 500 mg 350 mg anti - inflammatory agents : inflammation is a fundamental pathologic process involving complex reactions that occur in the affected blood vessels and adjacent tissues in response to an injury or abnormal stimulation caused by a physical , chemical , or biologic agent . the acute inflammatory response begins after cellular injury due to microorganisms , physical agents ( such as burns , radiation , and trauma ), chemicals , necrotic tissue , and immunological reactions . five classic signs are manifested in acute inflammation ; redness , heat , pain and loss of function . these signs are induced by changes which take place in the microvasculature ( arterioles , capillaries , and venules ) and the interstitial areas ( fluid - filled regions between cells and tissues ). these include changes in vascular flow and caliber , changes in vascular permeability , and leucocyte exudation . the first change involves vasodilation of the vessels and increased blood flow . the second change involves increased permeability of the blood vessels with a movement of fluid and proteins out of the vessels creating edema of the tissues . the final change occurs as white blood cells infiltrate and accumulate in the surrounding tissue . the increased blood flow and permeability of the microvascular system at the inflamed body part facilitates treatment to the area by using a penetration enhancer to deliver the bio - affective agents . the spread of the acute inflammatory response following injury to a small area of tissue suggests that chemical substances are released from injured tissues , spreading outwards into uninjured areas . these chemicals , called endogenous chemical mediators , cause vasodilation , emigration of neutrophils , chemotaxis and increased vascular permeability . histamine is a chemical mediator in acute inflammation and causes vascular dilatation and vascular permeability . it is stored in mast cells , basophil and eosinophil leucocytes , and platelets . histamine release is stimulated by complement components c3a and c5a and by lysosomal proteins released from neutrophils . prostaglandins are a group of long - chain fatty acids derived from arachidonic acid . they increase vascular permeability , and platelet aggregation . drugs such as aspirin and nsaids inhibit one of the enzymes involved in prostaglandin synthesis . other chemical mediators include ; leukotrienes , serotonin and lymphokines . plasma contains four enzymatic cascade systems ; complement , the kinins , the coagulation factors and the fibrinolytic system . chronic inflammations are characterized by a longstanding dull pain , and indurated swelling , and the presence of granulation tissue . the predominant cells seen in chronic inflammation are the mononuclear leukocytes , such as macrophages , lymphocytes , and plasma cells . a fibroblastic proliferation is seen more often than a fluid exudate . some bio - affective agents with anti - inflammatory properties are the following : corticosteriods : alclometasone dipropionate , amcinonide , augmented betamethasone dipropionate , beclomethasone dipropionate , betamethasone , betamethasone benzoate , betamethasone dipropionate , betamethasone sodium phosphate , betamethasone valerate , clobetasol propionate , clocortolone pivalate , cortisone , desonide , desoximetasone , dexamethasone , dexamethasone acetate , dexamethasone sodium phosphate , diflorasone acetonide , diflorasone diacetate , flunisolide , fluocinolone acetonidem , fluocinonide , fluocinolone acetonide , flurandrenolide , fluticasone propionate , halcinonide , halobetasol propionate , hydrocortisone , hydrocortisone acetate , hydrocortisone butyrate , hydrocortisone sodium phosphate , hydrocortisone valerate , methylprednisolone , methylprednisolone acetate , methylprednisolone sodium succinate , mometasone furoate , prednisolone acetate , prednisolone sodium phosphate , prednisolone tebutate , prednisone , triamcinolone , triamcinolone acetonide , triamcinolone diacetate , triamcinolone hexacetonide methyl - sulfonyl - methane : methyl - sulfonyl - methane ( msm ) or dimethyl sulfone is essentially dmso with an extra oxygen molecule and lacks the lipid - solubility of dmso , but can be coupled with another penetration enhancer . in the body , msm gives up its sulfur to form methionine and cysteine for connective tissue . msm is anti - inflammatory and analgesic and useful for muscle soreness and cramps , prevents cartilage degeneration and improves joint flexibility . the therapeutic dosage range for msm is 2 - 10 grams orally per day . the recommended topical dosage range is 1 - 5 grams . numerous patents for msm were filed by herschler . u . s . pat . no . 4 , 296 , 130 , discloses a method for softening skin ; u . s . pat . no . 4 , 477 , 469 discloses a composition of msm and carbamide to soften skin ; u . s . pat . no . 4 , 863 , 748 discloses a method for adding sulfur to the diet with msm ; u . s . pat . no . 4 , 973 , 605 discloses a method for treating muscle cramps associated with arthritis with oral msm ; and u . s . pat . no . 5 , 071 , 878 discloses a method for using msm in a diet for sulfur and health reasons . none of the above cited patents teach or suggest the use of the method and composition outlined in the present invention . zinc compounds : osteoporosis is characterized by progressive loss of bone architecture and mineralization leading too the loss of bone strength and an increased fracture rate . the skeleton is constantly being remodeled by a balance between osteoblasts , that lay down new bone , and osteoclasts , that break down or resorb bone . zinc plays a physiological role in the regulation of bone metabolism , by stimulating bone formation and mineralization and an inhibitory effect on bone resorption . zinc activates aminoacyl - trna synthetase in osteoblastic cells , stimulates cellular protein synthesis , and inhibits osteoclast - like cell formation in marrow cells . bone zinc content is decreased by development , with aging , skeletal unloading , and postmenopausal conditions . zinc plays a role in the preservation of bone mass . most zinc compounds , such as zinc sulfate , are useful for the prevention of osteoporosis , but a recent study confirmed that . beta .- alanyl - l - histidinato zinc ( ahz ) has a potent effect on bone formation and calcification . yamaguchi m , role of zinc in bone formation and bone resorption , j . of trace f . elements and experimental medicine 1998 ; 11 : 119 - 135 . zinc compounds have anti - inflammatory and anti - infective properties . in a recent published article , petrus e j et al ., current therapeutic research , 1998 ; 59 / 9 : 595 - 607 , the inventor served as chief investigator for a randomized , double - masked , placebo - controlled clinical study of the effectiveness of zinc acetate lozenges on common cold symptoms in allergy - tested subjects . those subjects who used the zinc lozenges had both a shorter duration and severity of common cold symptoms . those subjects who were positive for allergies , were more responsive to zinc by having a shorter duration of nasal symptoms . the study cited many references that reported the following benefits and effects of zinc compounds : zinc is an essential trace element in human biology that is known to be necessary for many biologic functions , such as growth , appetite , testicular maturation , skin integrity , mental activity , wound healing , and immune system maintenance . approximately 300 enzymes are known to require zinc for their activities . zinc deficiency in humans is widespread and is more prevalent in areas where the population subsists on cereal proteins . clinical manifestations of zinc deficiency include : growth retardation , hypogonadism in males , neurosensory disorders , cell - mediated immunological dysfunctions , increased maternal morbidity , premature delivery , and adversely affects the proliferation , regulation and maturity of lymphocytes . zinc has been shown to be an essential element for the function of the immune system . regarding the effect of zinc on allergies , it is known that mast cells have been implicated as mediators of type i allergic reactions . mast cell derived reactions result from the release of histamine , heparin , prostaglandins , srs - a , and various vasoactive amines from granules on the surface of mast cells , possibly including kinins . one product of mast cell - induced inflammation is fever . the inhibitory effect of zinc on histamine release from mast cells are attributed to its action on the stabilization of the mast cell membrane . zinc ions were found to stabilize cell plasma membranes and prevent induced histamine and vasoactive amine release from tissue mast cells . it has been observed that unsequestered zinc ions ( 4 to 20 millimolar ) are released in inflammation from mast cell granules suggesting a common linkage with inflammation . zinc is a competitive antagonist of the calcium - dependent ige and f - met peptide mediated histamine release from human basophils and suggested that zinc compounds might be considered for the treatment of autoimmune disorders . zinc compounds are acknowledged as anti - inflammatory agents , as astringents and beneficial in wound healing , and have antimicrobial , antifungal and antiviral activity . zinc is the active agent in formulations to treat diaper rash , decubitus ulcers , and abrasions . zinc stabilizes the cell membranes and inhibits the formation of free radicals . zinc also strengthens the integrity of blood vessel walls by reducing the membrane permeability and stopping bleeding . unlike other metals , zinc is virtually nontoxic . aloe vera extract : aloe vera has been well reported to have anti - inflammatory and analgesic properties , but its use in treating musculoskeletal disorders has only recently been described . one study treated patients with a diagnosis of fibromyalgia and / or chronic fatigue syndrome with aloe vera gel extract and found that there was a remarkable reduction in initial symptom severity and continued improvement during the course of the study . dykman k d , tone c , ford c , dykman r a , the effects of nutritional supplements on the symptoms of fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome . interg physiol behav sci 1998 january - march ; 33 : 61 - 71 . both topical and oral treatments with aloe vera were found to increase the synthesis of glycosaminoglycans and enhance would healing . chithra p , sajithlal g b , chandrakasan g , influence of aloe vera on the glycosaminoglycans in the matrix of healing dermal wounds in rats . j ethnopharmacol 1998 january ; 59 ( 3 ). 179 - 86 . aloe vera also increased the biosynthesis of collagen . chithra p , sajithlal g b , chandrakasan g , influence of aloe vera on collagen turnover in healing of dermal wounds in rats . indian j exp biol 1998 september ; 36 ( 9 ): 896 - 901 . aloe vera mixed with a nitric oxide inhibitor ( l - name ) improved wound healing and prevented dermal ischemia by reversing the effects of thromboxane synthase . effect of the combination of aloe vera , nitroglycerin , and l - name on wound healing in the rat excisional model . j . altern complement med 1997 summer ; 3 ( 2 ): 149 - 53 . the use of aloe vera is well known in the art . carpenter et al , u . s . pat . no . 5 , 786 , 342 , discloses a method of reducing symptoms associated with chronic respiratory diseases using acetylated mannan from aloe vera . strickland et al , u . s . pat . no . 5 , 824 , 659 , discloses the use of a oligosaccharide from aloe to inhibit the loss of skin immunocompetency from ultraviolet irradiation . chelating agents : bisphosphonates , antibiotics , antimicrobial agents , cytostatic agents , calcium atpase and pyrophosphatase pump inhibitors , calcium phosphate - crystal dissolving agents , agents effective against calcium phosphate - crystal nucleation and crystal growth , and / or a combination of supportive agents may be added to said composition prior to administration such that said topical preparation further contains at least one of said calcium chelators , bisphosphonates , antibiotics , antimicrobial agents , cytostatic agents , calcium atpase and pyrophosphatase pump inhibitors , calcium phosphate - crystal dissolving agents , agents effective against calcium phosphate - crystal nucleation and crystal growth , and a combination of supportive agents . ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid ( edta ), ethyleneglycoltetraacetic acid ( egta ), diethylenetriaminepentaacetate ( dtpa ), hydroxyethylethylenediaminetriacetic acid ( heedta ), diaminocyclohexanetetraacetic acid ( cdta ), 1 , 2 - bis ( 2 - aminophenoxy ) ethane - n , n , n ′, n ′- tetraacetic acid ( bapta ), and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof . antibiotics : antibiotics may be added to the base formulation in order to impart anti - micorbial attributes . beta - lactam antibiotics are selected from at least one of penicillin , phenethicillin , ampicillin , aziocillin , bacmpicillin , carbenicillin , cylclacillin , mezlocillin , piperacillin , epicillin , hetacillin , cloxacillin , dicloxacillin , methicillin , nafcillin , oxacillin , and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof . aminoglycoside antibiotics are selected from at least one of streptomycin , kanamycin , gentamycin , amikacin , neomycin , pardomycin , tobramycin , viomycin , and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof . tetracyclines are selected from at least one of tetracycline , chlortetracycline , demeclocycline , doxycycline , methacycline , oxytetracycline , rolitetracycline , minocycline , sancycline and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof . beta - lactam antibiotics , aminoglycoside antibiotics , tetracyclines , trimethoprim and sulpha - trimethoprim combinations , nitrofurantoin , and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof , and mixtures thereof . anti - fungal medications : anti fungal medicines may also be added to the base , including : clotrimazole , miconazole , butenafine , naftifine , ketoconazole , ciclopirox , terbinafine , tolnaftate , undecylenic acid and undecylenate salts ( e . g ., calcium undecylenate , copper undecylenate , zinc undecylenate ), sulconazole , sertaconazole , econazole , boric acid , ciclopirox olamine , betamethasone , accordingly , it is a principal object of the invention to provide a novel and versatile topical composition base that can accept various medicaments and cosmetic ingredients wherein said composition has enhanced skin penetration . it is another object of the invention to provide a topical composition base that has enhanced spread ability and feel on the skin . it is another object of the invention to provide a topical composition that is ph optimized to soothe and comfort the skin . it is another object of the invention to provide a topical composition that is a skin formulation for treating skin disorders . it is another object of the invention to provide a topical preparation that contains magnesium , edta , citric acid , msm , and sulfate . it is another object of the invention to provide a topical formulation which includes one or more active ingredients or medicines to be used on the skin . it is a further object of the invention to provide a skin formulation which is alcohol free . it is a yet another object of the invention to provide a topical skin treatment for psoriasis , eczema , and dermatitis . it is yet another object of the invention to provide a topical skin treatment for acne . it is yet another object of the invention to provide a topical skin treatment containing cosmetically active compositions . it is yet another object of the invention to provide a skin formulation which does not cause adverse side affects . it is an object of the invention to provide improved elements and arrangements thereof for the purposes described which is inexpensive , dependable and fully effective in accomplishing its intended purposes . these and other objects of the present invention will become readily apparent upon further review of the following specification . the present invention relates to a formulation for treating and alleviating skin disorders including , but not limited to , dermatitis , rough skin , cracking , itching and psoriasis . said preparation comprising an novel combination comprising an elevated level of metal chelator ( edta ), dimethyl sulfone ( anti - inflammatory ), citric acid ) which forms citrate upon dissolution in the aqueous phase , and magnesium sulfate ( which releases magnesium in the aqueous phase ). the overall effect of the novel combination provides for enhanced penetration through the epidermis and for the delivery of mg and citrate to the dermal strata . a representative formulation follows : aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder or ( between 40 - 90 %) aloe vera leaf water butyrospermum parkii ( shea butter ) ( between 0 . 20 and 20 %) caprylyl glycol ( between 0 . 1 and 2 %) carbomer ( between 0 . 40 and 2 %) cellulose gum ( between 0 . 1 and 5 %) chamomilla recutita ( matricaria ) ( between 0 . 1 and 4 %) flower extract citric acid ( between 0 . 15 and 5 %) dimethicone copolyol ( between 0 . 20 and 10 %) dimethyl sulfone ( msm ) ( between 0 . 20 and 15 %) disodium edta ( between 0 . 10 and 3 %) hexylene glycol ( between 0 . 05 and 1 . 0 %) isopropyl myristate ( between 0 . 20 and 10 %) magnesium sulfate ( epson salts ) ( between 0 . 10 and 10 %) phenoxyethanol ( between 0 . 10 and 1 %) polysorbate 80 ( between 0 . 50 and 3 %) potassium sorbate ( between 0 . 2 and 2 %) propylene glycol ( between 0 . 20 and 10 %) simmondsia chinensis ( jojoba ) seed oil ( between 0 . 20 and 15 %) tocopherol ( between 0 . 15 and 2 %) gamma tocotrienol ( between 0 . 10 and 1 %) delta tocotrienol ( between 0 . 10 and 1 %) triethanolamine ( between 0 . 25 and 5 %) water ( between 40 and 85 %) in one embodiment , the formulation can be prepared as a lotion or as a gel or viscous cream and includes the steps , generally : disperse the edta in the water with vigorous mixing add the carbopol ultrez 10 nf in the water / edta by pouring the powder onto the water , and allowing it to completely wet ( approx . 10 - 20 minutes ). after the polymer is wetted out , mix the polymer at approximately 400 - 600 rpm to get a smooth dispersion , approximately 20 minutes add the isopropyl myristate to the dispersion with stirring add the aloe and cmc gently warm the water to approximately 35 ° c . and disperse the methyl sulfonyl methane in the water with vigorous mixing to complete dissolution . add the magnesium sulfate with vigorous mixing to complete dissolution . add the citric acid with vigorous mixing to complete dissolution . add the edta with vigorous mixing to complete dissolution . add cap 5 disperse the hydrocortisone in the propylene glycol . mix to homogeneous suspension . add polysorbate 80 with vigorous mixing . add the rest of ingredients of part c in the order listed . add 10 × aloe gel to the water with stirring add sodium carboxy methyl cellulose to the aloe / water solution with 400 - 600 rpm mixing add part e to part a / b / c / d add part f to part a / b / c / d / e dissolve edta in water add carbopol ultrez 10 nf and allow to wet for approximately 10 minutes ( until completely wetted ) mix at medium shear for approximately 15 minutes add / dissolve msm add / dissolve magnesium sulfate add / dissolve the citric acid add ipm , mix add aloe powder add jeen cap 5 ( preservative ) add cekol with high shear mixing until completely lump free add hydrocortisone ( or other active ) to propylene glycol and homogenize . . . extremely high sheer add polysorbate 80 with vigorous mixing . add the rest of ingredients of part b in the order listed . the active ingredients may be added into either the water or the oil phase . in one embodiment , hydrocortisone is added to the oil phase at a level of 0 . 25 % by weight . in another embodiment , hydrocortisone is added at 0 . 5 % by weight . in a more preferred embodiment , hydrocortisone is added in the oil phase at 1 . 0 %. for a more complete understanding of the present improved composition , reference is made to the following examples . the following examples are illustrative of the present improved composition and are not intended in any way as a limitation upon the scope thereof . an appropriate amount of purified water is measured into a container and gently heated to approximately 40 c . carbopol ultrez 10 is added to the water and allowed to wet for approximately 20 minutes followed by low shear mixing for approximately 20 minutes . aloe powder is added followed disodium edta , magnesium sulfate , citric acid , and methyl sulfonyl methane . the solution is mixed until complete solubility of all components . subsequently , isopropyl myristate and preservative is added . finally , a modified corn starch product called cekol is added with high shear in order to obtain a slightly viscous aqueous phase . in another container , propylene glycol is measured in . hydrocortisone or hydrocortisone acetate is added directly to the propylene glycol with high shear mixing . after obtaining a complete suspension , the emulsifier is added ( polysorbate 80 ) followed by the addition of silicone , shea butter , chamomile , and vitamin e . other oil soluble ingredients may be added herein such as mahonia aquifolium , red palm oil or fractions thereof including tocotrienols alpha , beta , gamma , or delta , nobilitin , or synthetics such as polyethylene glycol or long chain fatty acids . the aqueous and oil phases are then combined by slowly adding the aqueous phase to the oil phase with moderate shear mixing . hydrocortisone gel : an appropriate amount of purified water is measured into a container and gently heated to approximately 40 c . carbopol ultrez 10 is added to the water and allowed to wet for approximately 20 minutes followed by low shear mixing for approximately 20 minutes . aloe powder is added followed disodium edta , magnesium sulfate , citric acid , and methyl sulfonyl methane . the solution is mixed until complete solubility of all components . then the neomycin and bacitracin are added and mixed to complete dissolution . subsequently , isopropyl myristate and preservative is added . finally , a modified corn starch product called cekol is added with high shear in order to obtain a slightly viscous aqueous phase . in another container , propylene glycol is measured in . hydrocortisone or hydrocortisone acetate is added directly to the propylene glycol with high shear mixing . after obtaining a complete suspension , the emulsifier is added ( polysorbate 80 ) followed by the addition of silicone , shea butter , chamomile , and vitamin e . other oil soluble ingredients may be added herein such as mahonia aquifolium , red palm oil or fractions thereof including tocotrienols alpha , beta , gamma , or delta , nobilitin , or synthetics such as polyethylene glycol or long chain fatty acids . the aqueous and oil phases are then combined by slowly adding the aqueous phase to the oil phase with moderate shear mixing . hydrocortisone gel : an appropriate amount of purified water is measured into a container and gently heated to approximately 40 c . carbopol ultrez 10 is added to the water and allowed to wet for approximately 20 minutes followed by low shear mixing for approximately 20 minutes . aloe powder is added followed disodium edta , magnesium sulfate , citric acid , and methyl sulfonyl methane . the solution is mixed until complete solubility of all components . then salicylic acid is added with high shear mixing . subsequently , isopropyl myristate and preservative is added . finally , a modified corn starch product called cekol is added with high shear in order to obtain a slightly viscous aqueous phase . in another container , propylene glycol is measured in . the , the emulsifier is added ( polysorbate 80 ) followed by the addition of silicone , shea butter , chamomile , and vitamin e . other oil soluble ingredients may be added herein such as mahonia aquifolium , red palm oil or fractions thereof including tocotrienols alpha , beta , gamma , or delta , nobilitin , or synthetics such as polyethylene glycol or long chain fatty acids . the aqueous and oil phases are then combined by slowly adding the aqueous phase to the oil phase with moderate shear mixing . hydrocortisone gel : an appropriate amount of purified water is measured into a container and gently heated to approximately 40 c . carbopol ultrez 10 is added to the water and allowed to wet for approximately 20 minutes followed by low shear mixing for approximately 20 minutes . aloe powder is added followed disodium edta , magnesium sulfate , citric acid , and methyl sulfonyl methane . the solution is mixed until complete solubility of all components . then tetracycline is added and mixed to complete solution . subsequently , isopropyl myristate and preservative is added . finally , a modified corn starch product called cekol is added with high shear in order to obtain a slightly viscous aqueous phase . in another container , propylene glycol is measured in . hydrocortisone or hydrocortisone acetate is added directly to the propylene glycol with high shear mixing . after obtaining a complete suspension , the emulsifier is added ( polysorbate 80 ) followed by the addition of silicone , shea butter , chamomile , and vitamin e . other oil soluble ingredients may be added herein such as mahonia aquifolium , red palm oil or fractions thereof including tocotrienols alpha , beta , gamma , or delta , nobilitin , or synthetics such as polyethylene glycol or long chain fatty acids . the aqueous and oil phases are then combined by slowly adding the aqueous phase to the oil phase with moderate shear mixing . accordingly , it is a principal object of the invention to provide a versatile and functional topical base with enhanced lubricity , optimal ph , elevated levels of chelating agents , elevated levels of citrates , magnesium , and sulfate . still another object of the invention is to provide topical base composition with enhanced penetration . it is a further object of the invention to provide such a topical base to used with various medicaments and active ingredients to the treatment of skin conditions . it is to be understood that the present invention is not limited to the methods described above , but encompasses any and all methods within the scope of the following claims . koo j . the psychosocial impact of acne : patient &# 39 ; s perceptions . j am acad dermatol . 1995 ; 32 : s26 - s30 . sulzberger m b , zaidems s h . psychogenic factors in dermatological disorders . med clinicians north am . 1948 ; 32 : 669 . cunliffe w j . acne and unemployment . br j dermatol . 1986 ; 115 : 386 . goulden v , stables g i , cunliffe w j . prevalence of facial 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adapalene 0 . 1 % gel and six different tretinoin formulations . br j dermatol . 1998 ; 52 : 34 - 40 . webster g f , berson d , stein l f , et al . efficacy and tolerability of once - daily tazarotene 0 . 1 % gel versus once - daily tretinoin 0 . 025 % gel in the treatment of facial acne vulgaris : a randomized trial . cutis . 2001 ; 67 : 4 - 9 . leyden j j , tanghetti e a , miller b , ung m , berson d , lee j . once - daily tazarotene 0 . 1 % gel versus once - daily tretinoin 0 . 1 % microsponge gel for the treatment of facial acne vulgaris : a double - blind randomized trial . cutis . 2002 ; 69 : 9 - 12 . webster g f , guenther l , poulin y p , et al . a multicenter , double - blind , randomized comparison study of the efficacy and tolerability of once - daily tazarotene 0 . 1 % gel and adapalene 0 . 1 % gel for the treatment of facial acne vulgarism cutis . 2002 ; 69 : 4 - 11 . graupe k , cunliffe w j , gollnick h p , zaumseil r p . efficacy and safety of topical azelaic acid ( 20 percent cream ): an overview of results from european clinical trials and experimental reports . cutis . 1996 ; 57 ( 1 suppl ): 20 - 35 . yamaguchi m , role of zinc in bone formation and bone resorption , j . of trace f . elements and experimental medicine 1998 ; 11 : 119 - 135 . petrus e j et al ., current therapeutic research , 1998 ; 59 / 9 : 595 - 607