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Integrity in a Can... Bag-on-Valve Technology in hospitals and community care have been on the market for more than 10 years in Europe and the U.S., and now many new wound and skin care products are finding their way into the market in this segment. For example, the new hemoglobin spray Granulox from Sastomed GmbH for the treatment of chronic wounds is one instance of an innovative approach using BOV. Another new area of interest is the various sprays used to soothe and prevent the sore throat symptoms associated with illnesses and allergies. In the ear, nose and throat (ENT) category, there are also BOV products on the market that help to prevent the build-up of earwax. Other innovative BOV formulas include emollient sprays acting as water repellents, providing barrier protection to areas of skin irritation and soreness. Health & Nutrition Almost all fluids and viscous products can be filled into a BOV system as long as the product’s viscosity is low enough to pass through the valve stem. However, the system does not work well with products that need to be shaken before use, since the bag is filled and mixing doesn’t occur when shaken. Gels have been popular in BOV packaging since the first BOVs were introduced. The majority have been shaving gels, but today many personal care creams and lotions are filled in BOV. If desired, a BOV aerosol can produce a smooth and even layer of a film-forming product or a protective barrier cream on the skin without any need for additional hand spreading. This works well for sensitive product applications, such as silicone-based barrier films used for treating dry, sensitive skin. 20 Spray April 2014


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