Adaptive Cosmetic Compositions and Systems for Enhanced Skin Appearance

Publication ID: 24-11857658_0010_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Future Evolutions & Paradigm Shifts

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptive Cosmetic Compositions and Systems for Enhanced Skin Appearance,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857658_0010_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857658_0010_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,857,658.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The present inventive concept envisions a next-generation, adaptive cosmetic composition and system that leverages cutting-edge technologies to provide unparalleled skin appearance, comfort, and convenience. By integrating self-adaptive materials, machine learning algorithms, and wearable devices, this concept revolutionizes the traditional cosmetic industry.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent addressed the need for cosmetic compositions with enhanced color retention, water resistance, and skin feel. However, it did not account for the dynamic nature of skin and environmental factors, leading to suboptimal performance. This inventive concept solves this problem by introducing a self-adaptive, responsive system that adjusts to environmental conditions and individual skin characteristics.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The adaptive cosmetic composition comprises a bio-inspired, adaptive film former that mimics the natural skin barrier, providing enhanced water resistance, color retention, and skin feel. The system integrates machine learning algorithms that analyze data from wearable devices, environmental sensors, and user feedback to personalize the cosmetic composition and application process. This enables real-time adjustments to ensure optimal skin appearance. Additionally, a wearable device with a miniaturized spectrophotometer measures skin color, and a microcontroller processes and transmits data to the user's device.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a paradigm shift by incorporating self-adaptive materials, machine learning, and wearable devices to create a responsive, personalized cosmetic system. This marks a significant departure from traditional, static cosmetic compositions and represents a substantial, non-obvious improvement over the original patent.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include the use of different adaptive materials, such as shape-memory polymers or electroactive polymers. Variations may also involve integrating additional sensors, such as pH or hydration sensors, to further enhance the system's responsiveness.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

This inventive concept has far-reaching commercial potential in the cosmetic industry, particularly in the premium and personalized beauty segments. The system's ability to provide optimal skin appearance, convenience, and customization will appeal to consumers seeking high-performance, high-tech beauty solutions.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61K8/35
A A61 A61K8/25
A A61 A61K8/31
A A61 A61K8/37
A A61 A61K8/375
A A61 A61K8/602
A A61 A61K8/8152
A A61 A61K8/8182
A A61 A61K8/87
A A61 A61K8/922
A A61 A61K8/96
A A61 A61Q1/02
A A61 A61Q17/04
A A61 A61K2800/43
A A61 A61K2800/594

Field of Art

Cosmetic formulation and personal care technologies, specifically focusing on color cosmetics with advanced film-forming and skin interaction properties. Requires expertise in polymer chemistry, materials science, and cosmetic formulation techniques

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A professional with a graduate degree in chemistry or materials science, experienced in cosmetic product development, familiar with advanced polymer technologies, film-forming agents, and skin interaction mechanisms

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that integrating machine learning and adaptive technologies into cosmetic compositions represents a predictable extension of existing film-forming and color retention technologies. The source patent's focus on advanced cosmetic compositions with enhanced water resistance and color retention provides a natural foundation for incorporating smart, responsive technologies. The technical solutions proposed in the PTD represent logical progressions of existing cosmetic science principles, utilizing known sensor and machine learning techniques to optimize existing formulation strategies.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Water dispersible film former components with specific polymer compositions for enhanced skin adhesion and color retention
PTD Variation
Bio-inspired adaptive film former that dynamically adjusts to environmental conditions while maintaining core film-forming principles
Obviousness Reasoning
A PHOSITA would recognize that extending film-forming polymer technologies to create responsive materials is a predictable design optimization using known polymer science techniques
Source Patent Element
Cosmetic compositions targeting improved water resistance and color intensity
PTD Variation
Integration of wearable spectrophotometry and machine learning algorithms to dynamically adjust cosmetic composition properties
Obviousness Reasoning
Applying sensor technologies and data processing to existing cosmetic formulation challenges represents a standard technological progression in personalized product development
Source Patent Element
Skin adhesion promoters and film-forming polymers for enhanced cosmetic performance
PTD Variation
Self-adaptive material systems that mimic natural skin barrier properties with real-time environmental responsiveness
Obviousness Reasoning
Developing materials that more closely interact with skin's natural properties is a known optimization strategy in cosmetic material design, representing an obvious technological evolution
Source Patent Element
Cosmetic compositions with specific polymer combinations for improved skin appearance
PTD Variation
AI-driven personalization platform generating custom 3D-printed makeup products based on individual skin analysis
Obviousness Reasoning
Leveraging computational technologies to customize cosmetic formulations is a predictable application of existing personalization trends in consumer product development
Source Patent Element
Photoactive components and film-forming polymers for enhanced cosmetic performance
PTD Variation
Incorporation of environmental sensors to dynamically adjust cosmetic composition based on temperature, humidity, and UV exposure
Obviousness Reasoning
Extending existing UV-responsive technologies to create more comprehensive environmental adaptation represents a logical technological progression for skilled practitioners
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857658 and the comprehensive technical disclosure herein, a person of ordinary skill in the art would find the proposed adaptive cosmetic composition technologies obvious and anticipated, rendering potential future patent claims in this domain non-patentable under 35 U.S.C. ยง 103 due to the predictable combination of known cosmetic formulation techniques with emerging sensor and machine learning technologies.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,658
TitleCosmetic compositions with enhanced color retention for improved skin appearance
Assignee(s)Edgewell Personal Care Brands, LLC