Personalized Skincare Solutions via Multi-Purpose Cosmetic Compositions

Publication ID: 24-11857667_0007_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Personalized Skincare Solutions via Multi-Purpose Cosmetic Compositions,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857667_0007_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857667_0007_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. 11,857,667.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

This inventive concept leverages the core technology of multi-purpose cosmetic compositions to provide personalized skincare solutions across various industries and applications, including skin type detection, wearable devices, software applications, and consultation services.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed multi-purpose cosmetic compositions suitable for different skin types. However, these compositions were limited to their application in the cosmetics industry. The new inventive concept addresses the need for personalized skincare solutions in various industries, including healthcare, technology, and e-commerce, by integrating the core technology with innovative applications and use cases.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The new inventive concept comprises a system for detecting skin type, a method for creating a personalized skincare routine, a wearable device for monitoring skin health, a software application for recommending cosmetic products, and a system for providing personalized skincare consultations. These applications utilize the multi-purpose cosmetic compositions disclosed in the original patent, tailored to individual skin types. The system for detecting skin type uses a skin-type determination module and a multi-purpose cosmetic composition dispenser to provide customized compositions. The method for creating a personalized skincare routine involves determining a user's skin type, selecting a suitable composition, and applying it to the user's skin. The wearable device features a skin-type sensor and a notification module, alerting users to changes in their skin type or the need for a different composition. The software application recommends products based on input skin type, while the consultation system provides customized skincare advice based on analyzed skin type.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new inventive concept introduces novel applications and use cases for the core technology of multi-purpose cosmetic compositions, moving beyond the cosmetics industry and into adjacent fields. The inventive step lies in the integration of the compositions with innovative detection methods, wearable devices, software applications, and consultation services, enabling personalized skincare solutions across various industries.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of artificial intelligence, machine learning, or IoT technologies to enhance skin type detection, product recommendation, and consultation services. Variations may involve integrating the multi-purpose cosmetic compositions with other healthcare products or services, such as telemedicine platforms or health monitoring systems.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The personalized skincare solutions enabled by this inventive concept have significant commercial potential in various industries, including healthcare, technology, e-commerce, and beauty. The market for personalized skincare is growing rapidly, driven by increasing consumer demand for tailored products and services. This inventive concept is poised to capitalize on this trend, offering a unique value proposition across multiple industries.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61K8/9711
A A61 A61K8/9789
A A61 A61K36/28
A A61 A61K36/287
A A61 A61K36/42
A A61 A61Q19/00
A A61 A61Q19/008
A A61 A61Q19/08
A A61 A61K2800/10
A A61 A61K2800/5922
A A61 A61Q1/02
A A61 A61Q17/04
A A61 A61Q19/004
A A61 A61Q19/10
Y Y02 Y02A50/30

Field of Art

Cosmetic and pharmaceutical compositions, specifically topical skincare formulations with a focus on personalized dermatological solutions and skin type-specific treatments

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A professional with advanced training in cosmetic chemistry, dermatological formulation, and digital health technologies, possessing expertise in skin type analysis, product development, and interdisciplinary product design

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that extending the multi-purpose cosmetic composition from the source patent into personalized digital health applications represents a predictable technological progression. The core innovation of adaptable skincare compositions naturally lends itself to technological integration for enhanced user experience and customization. The disclosed variations leverage known techniques in skin type detection, digital health monitoring, and personalized recommendation systems to create a comprehensive skincare solution ecosystem.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Multi-purpose cosmetic composition for different skin types
PTD Variation
Skin-type determination module with automated composition dispensing
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable extension of existing skin type classification methodology using digital sensing technologies and known automated dispensing techniques
Source Patent Element
Facial cleansing composition with specific ingredient profile
PTD Variation
Software application for recommending cosmetic products based on skin type analysis
Obviousness Reasoning
Known technique of translating product formulation knowledge into digital recommendation systems using machine learning and classification algorithms
Source Patent Element
Topical compositions for treating sensitive or inflamed skin
PTD Variation
Wearable device with skin-type sensor and notification module
Obviousness Reasoning
Obvious combination of existing dermatological monitoring technologies with personalized skincare composition selection
Source Patent Element
Multi-purpose cosmetic compositions adaptable to different skin conditions
PTD Variation
Personalized skincare consultation system integrating composition recommendations
Obviousness Reasoning
Logical progression of skincare product development into service-oriented digital health platforms using established dermatological assessment methodologies
Source Patent Element
Cosmetic composition with natural extract ingredients
PTD Variation
AI and machine learning enhanced skin type detection and product recommendation
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable application of advanced computational techniques to existing skincare product classification and personalization strategies
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857667 and the disclosed technical variations, a person of ordinary skill in the art would find the proposed personalized skincare solutions and digital health integrations to be obvious extensions of existing multi-purpose cosmetic composition technologies. The combination of known techniques in skin type analysis, digital monitoring, and product recommendation represents a predictable technological progression that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner in the field of dermatological formulations and digital health technologies.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,667
TitleMulti-purpose cosmetic compositions
Assignee(s)MARY KAY INC.