Adaptive Hair Color System
Legal Citation
Summary of the Inventive Concept
A next-generation hair color system that leverages bio-sensing, AI-powered color formulation, and real-time monitoring to provide personalized, dynamic, and adaptive hair color experiences.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed compositions and methods for imparting color and tone to the hair, but these solutions were limited by their static nature and inability to adapt to individual hair characteristics and preferences. The new inventive concept addresses this limitation by introducing a system that can detect an individual's hair characteristics and preferences and generate a customized color tone in real-time.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The adaptive hair color system comprises a bio-sensing module that detects an individual's hair characteristics, such as porosity, elasticity, and color, and preferences, such as desired color tone and shade. The system then uses a color formulation module to generate a customized color tone based on the detected characteristics and preferences. The system can also include an external energy source to activate the composition and achieve the desired color tone. Additionally, the system can be integrated with a wearable device for real-time hair color monitoring and adaptation, and a cloud-based database of hair characteristics and color preferences to facilitate collaborative, data-driven hair color design and implementation.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new inventive concept introduces a paradigm shift in hair color technology by integrating bio-sensing, AI-powered color formulation, and real-time monitoring to provide personalized, dynamic, and adaptive hair color experiences. The use of a bio-sensing module, a color formulation module, and an external energy source to activate the composition are all novel and non-obvious features that distinguish the new inventive concept from the original patent.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the adaptive hair color system could include the use of different bio-sensing modalities, such as spectroscopy or imaging, or the integration of additional data sources, such as environmental factors or lifestyle habits, to further personalize the hair color experience. Variations of the system could also include different types of hair coloring agents, such as natural dyes or nanoparticles, or different forms of energy activation, such as light or heat.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The adaptive hair color system has significant commercial potential in the beauty and personal care industry, particularly in the hair care segment. The system could be marketed as a premium service or product, offering consumers a unique and personalized hair color experience. The system could also be integrated with existing hair care products and services, such as salons or at-home coloring kits, to provide a more comprehensive and personalized hair care experience.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61K8/466 |
| A | A61 | A61K8/41 |
| A | A61 | A61K8/44 |
| A | A61 | A61Q5/10 |
| A | A61 | A61K2800/432 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Cosmetic chemistry and hair treatment technologies, specifically focused on hair coloration compositions and personalized hair care systems. Requires expertise in organic chemistry, surfactant formulations, color chemistry, and advanced sensing technologies
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A professional with advanced degree in chemistry or chemical engineering, specialized knowledge of hair care formulations, understanding of surfactant interactions, color chemistry principles, and emerging technologies in personalized cosmetic applications
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the adaptive hair color system represents a predictable technological progression from existing hair color compositions by integrating known sensing technologies, machine learning algorithms, and established hair coloration chemistry. The core chemical composition remains fundamentally consistent with the source patent, while the novel contribution lies in the systematic approach to personalization and real-time adaptation. The technical variations represent logical extensions of existing hair treatment technologies using standard engineering design principles.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,660 |
|---|---|
| Title | Compositions for imparting color and tone to the hair |
| Assignee(s) | L'OREAL |