Breathable diaper outer cover with foam dampness inhibitor

• Main Authors: Mace, Tamara Lee, McCormack, Ann Louise, Blaney, Carol Ann, Ono, Audrie Tomoko, Morman, Michael Tod
• Format: Patent
• Language: English
• Published: 29.07.2003

The present invention is directed to an absorbent product having at least a top layer, an absorbent core, and a breathable outer cover. A hydrophobic foam dampness-inhibiting layer is disposed directly beneath the breathable outer cover, thereby maintaining an air space within the foam layer. The air space causes a reduction in perceived surface dampness on the outer surface of the breathable outer cover when the absorbent core is wet. An absorbent article including a liquid-permeable bodyside liner, an absorbent core layer and a breathable outer cover is provided with a hydrophobic foam dampness-inhibiting layer between the absorbent core and the outer cover. The hydrophobic foam dampness-inhibiting layer maintains an air space within the foam. The air space acts as a thermal insulator, dampness-perception inhibitor and moisture passageway. The resulting product is an absorbent garment having a breathable outer cover material with reduced perception of dampness on the outer surface of the outer cover.