System, server and method

Abstract

Provided is a system provided with: a face shape measurement device for measuring the face shape of a subject using an evaluation target; and a server that acquires, from the face shape measuring device, a plurality of measurement results performed for a certain period of time, generates, together with the plurality of acquired measurement results, an evaluation page on which feedback of the evaluation target performed by the subject is loaded, and transmits the evaluation page to an external terminal. A face image acquisition unit that acquires a plurality of face images captured in a state in which gravity vectors applied to the face tissue of the subject are different; and a measurement unit that measures the face shape of the subject using the plurality of face images.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a system, a server, and a method. Background Art

[0002] A device for evaluating the relaxation type and its degree from the three-dimensional shape change between three-dimensional shape facial images of the horizontal and vertical positions of an object is disclosed in Patent Document 1.

[0003] Prior Art Documents

[0004] Patent Documents

[0005] Patent Document 1: International Publication No. 2021 / 241475 Summary of the Invention

[0006] Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0007] In the beauty field, there is a strong demand for improving facial shapes such as eliminating facial sagging and firming the face. It is not easy to select the best beauty device or beauty machine for one's own facial shape due to the large individual differences in facial shapes. Therefore, when using a beauty device or beauty product as an evaluation object, high-reliability feedback is required when providing feedback on the beauty effect of the evaluation object.

[0008] The present disclosure provides a technique for providing high-reliability feedback on the beauty effect of an evaluation object.

[0009] Means for Solving the Problems

[0010] The present disclosure relates to a system including: a facial shape measurement device that measures the facial shape of a subject using an evaluation object, and a server that obtains a plurality of measurement results implemented over a certain period from the facial shape measurement device, and generates an evaluation page that publishes feedback on the evaluation object by the subject, together with the obtained plurality of measurement results, and transmits the evaluation page to an external terminal. The facial shape measurement device includes: an acquisition unit that acquires a plurality of facial images respectively taken in states where the gravitational vectors applied to the facial tissue of the subject are different, and a measurement unit that measures the facial shape of the subject using the plurality of facial images.

[0011] Effects of the Invention

[0012] According to the present disclosure, high-reliability feedback can be provided on the beauty effect of an evaluation object. Brief Description of the Drawings

[0013] Figure 1 A diagram showing an outline of the beauty system according to the first embodiment.

[0014] Figure 2A diagram for explaining the processing of the facial shape measurement device in the beauty system according to the first embodiment.

[0015] Figure 3 A diagram for explaining the processing of the facial shape measurement device in the beauty system according to the first embodiment.

[0016] Figure 4 A diagram for explaining the processing of the facial shape measurement device in the beauty system according to the first embodiment.

[0017] Figure 5 A diagram for explaining the processing of the facial shape measurement device in the beauty system according to the first embodiment.

[0018] Figure 6 A diagram for explaining the processing of the facial shape measurement device in the beauty system according to the first embodiment.

[0019] Figure 7 A diagram showing an overview of the beauty system according to the second embodiment.

[0020] Figure 8 A flowchart for explaining the processing of the beauty system according to the second embodiment.

[0021] Figure 9 A flowchart for explaining the processing of the beauty system according to the second embodiment.

[0022] Figure 10 A flowchart for explaining the processing of the beauty system according to the second embodiment.

[0023] Figure 11 A flowchart for explaining the processing of the beauty system according to the second embodiment.

[0024] Figure 12 A flowchart for explaining the processing of the beauty system according to the third embodiment.

[0025] Figure 13 A diagram for explaining the processing of the beauty system according to the third embodiment.

[0026] Figure 14 A diagram for explaining the processing of the beauty system according to the third embodiment.

[0027] Figure 15 A diagram showing the measurement results in the facial shape measurement device according to the present embodiment. Detailed implementation mode

[0028] Hereinafter, for each embodiment of the present disclosure, while referring to the attached Figure 1This will be described below. In addition, regarding the descriptions in the specification and drawings related to each embodiment, for components that are substantially the same or corresponding in functional configuration, duplicate descriptions may sometimes be omitted by attaching the same reference numerals.

[0029] In addition, for ease of understanding, the scales of the respective parts in the drawings are sometimes different from the actual situation. In directions such as parallel, right-angled, orthogonal, horizontal, vertical, up and down, left and right, deviations to the extent that the effects of the embodiments are not impaired are allowed. The shape of the corners is not limited to right angles and may also have rounded corners. Parallel, right-angled, orthogonal, horizontal, and vertical may include substantially parallel, substantially right-angled, substantially orthogonal, substantially horizontal, and substantially vertical.

[0030] 《First Embodiment》

[0031] As the first embodiment, a beauty system will be described. Figure 1 FIG. is a diagram showing an outline of a beauty system 1 as an example of the beauty system according to the first embodiment.

[0032] The beauty system 1 includes a facial shape measurement device 10 and a beauty device 20.

[0033] [Facial Shape Measurement Device 10]

[0034] The facial shape measurement device 10 measures the facial shape of the user. Even when applying the beauty device 20 or the like to the face, the facial shape mostly changes only slightly, and even if there is an effect of improving the facial shape, the user sometimes does not notice. In such a case, the user sometimes feels that no effect of improving the facial shape is obtained and discontinues the use of the beauty device 20.

[0035] The beauty system 1 can confirm the effect of the beauty device 20 by evaluating the facial shape when using the beauty device 20 via the facial shape measurement device 10.

[0036] The facial shape measurement device 10 includes a photographing unit 11, an analysis unit 12, a determination unit 13, and a communication unit 18. The facial shape measurement device 10 can use, for example, the device described in International Publication No. 2021 / 241475.

[0037] (Photographing Unit 11)

[0038] The imaging unit 11 generates data of an image (3D shape facial image) representing the three-dimensional shape of the user's face. The imaging unit 11 is a device capable of capturing 3D (three-dimensional) images. More specifically, the imaging unit 11 captures one or more images SIG in states where the gravitational vectors applied to the user's facial tissue are different. In other words, the imaging unit 11 captures images in a state where the magnitude or direction of the gravity on the facial tissue, or both, are different, preferably in a state where the direction of the gravity is different. For example, data of 3D shape facial images when the user's face is in a horizontal position (when the midline of the face is stationary at a right angle to the direction of gravity) and in a vertical position (when the midline of the face is stationary parallel to the direction of gravity) is generated.

[0039] (Analysis unit 12)

[0040] The analysis unit 12 is a computer (e.g., a personal computer, a tablet computer, a smartphone, etc.) that calculates information used for facial shape evaluation based on the data generated by the imaging unit 11. The analysis unit 12 calculates the amount related to the change in the three-dimensional shape of the user's face when comparing multiple facial images captured in states where the gravitational vectors applied to the user's facial tissue are different. For example, the analysis unit 12 calculates the gravity swelling amount (VCswelling) and the gravity shrinking amount (VCshrinking) (described in detail later) based on the change in the three-dimensional shape between the 3D shape facial image when the user's face is in a horizontal position and the 3D shape facial image when in a vertical position.

[0041] (Judgment unit 13)

[0042] When the 3D facial images obtained by the imaging unit 11 are images in the horizontal and vertical positions, and the gravity swelling amount (VCswelling) and the gravity shrinking amount (VCshrinking) are calculated using the analysis unit 12, the judgment unit 13 further calculates the in-face movement relaxation amount (Sf) and the cheek front-back relaxation amount (Sc) (described in detail later). Moreover, the judgment unit 13 uses the in-face movement relaxation amount (Sf) and the cheek front-back relaxation amount (Sc) as indices to evaluate the facial shape. Hereinafter, the case where the imaging unit 11 captures facial images of the user in the horizontal and vertical positions and compares them will be described as an example.

[0043] The judgment unit 13 obtains the gravity swelling amount (VCswelling) and the gravity shrinking amount (VCshrinking) calculated by the analysis unit 12. Moreover, the judgment unit 13 stores the obtained gravity swelling amount (VCswelling) and gravity shrinking amount (VCshrinking) in the storage unit 15. In addition, the storage unit 15 can also store the results calculated by the judgment unit 13 and input information related to the user from the outside.

[0044] The determination unit 13 calculates the in-face movement relaxation amount (Sf) and the front-back cheek relaxation amount (Sc) from the gravity swelling amount (VCswelling) and the gravity shrinking amount (VCshrinking). The calculated in-face movement relaxation amount (Sf) and front-back cheek relaxation amount (Sc) are stored in the storage unit 15.

[0045] Here, the gravity swelling amount (VCswelling), the gravity shrinking amount (VCshrinking), the in-face movement relaxation amount (Sf), and the front-back cheek relaxation amount (Sc) will be described in more detail. Figure 2 and Figure 3 FIG. for explaining the processing in the beauty system 1 as an example of the beauty system according to the present embodiment.

[0046] Obtain the three-dimensional shape facial image (first three-dimensional shape facial image) when the user's face is in the horizontal position and the three-dimensional shape facial image (second three-dimensional shape facial image) when the user's face is in the vertical position, and compare the three-dimensional shape in the horizontal position with the three-dimensional shape in the vertical position. If the three-dimensional shape in the horizontal position is compared with the three-dimensional shape in the vertical position, then in Figure 2 the part within the dotted line in the shown facial image, gravity swelling is observed. That is, Figure 2 in the part within the dotted line in, the volume in the vertical position is larger than that in the horizontal position. Moreover, the difference in volume between the two (i.e., the horizontal position and the vertical position) of the part with a larger volume in the vertical position is set as the gravity swelling amount (VCswelling).

[0047] In addition, obtain the three-dimensional shape facial image when the user's face is in the horizontal position and the three-dimensional shape facial image when the user's face is in the vertical position, and compare the three-dimensional shape in the horizontal position with the three-dimensional shape in the vertical position. When the three-dimensional shape in the horizontal position is compared with the three-dimensional shape in the vertical position, in Figure 3 the part within the dotted line shown, gravity shrinking is observed. That is, in Figure 3 the part within the dotted line in, the volume in the vertical position is smaller than that in the horizontal position. Moreover, the difference in volume between the two (i.e., the horizontal position and the vertical position) of the part with a smaller volume in the vertical position is set as the gravity shrinking amount (VCshrinking).

[0048] Furthermore, from the amount (VCswelling) of gravity swelling ( Figure 2 ) and the gravity shrinking ( Figure 3The amount of (VCshrinking), using the following formula (1), can calculate two types of relaxation ("intra-facial movement relaxation amount (Sf)" and "front-back cheek relaxation amount (Sc)"). The following formula (1) means that when the amount of gravitational depression (VCshrinking) is set as the x-axis and the amount of gravitational swelling (VCswelling) is set as the y-axis, by rotating the coordinates counterclockwise by only 45 degrees, two types of relaxation ("intra-facial movement relaxation amount (Sf)" and "front-back cheek relaxation amount (Sc)") can be quantified. In this way, the relationship between gravitational swelling and gravitational depression and the "intra-facial movement relaxation amount (Sf)" and "front-back cheek relaxation amount (Sc)" is also shown in Figure 4 .

[0049] [Equation 1]

[0050]

[0051] (In the above formula, VCshrinking = amount of gravitational depression, VCswelling = amount of gravitational swelling, Sf = intra-facial movement relaxation amount, Sc = front-back cheek relaxation amount, θ = π / 4)

[0052] The intra-facial movement relaxation is the relaxation that hangs down from the upper part of the cheek to the lower part, and the front-back cheek relaxation is the relaxation other than the relaxation that hangs down from the upper part of the cheek to the lower part (for example, due to the deformation of the cheek at the corner of the mouth, the relaxation of the cheek moving back and forth from the oral side). Figure 5 In, the occurrence position of typical intra-facial movement relaxation is indicated by an arrow, Figure 6 In, the occurrence position of typical front-back cheek relaxation is indicated by an arrow.

[0053] Refer to again Figure 1 . The determination unit 13 uses the intra-facial movement relaxation amount (Sf) and the front-back cheek relaxation amount (Sc) as indexes to evaluate the relaxation type and its degree.

[0054] Based on the understanding of two types of relaxation, namely "intra-facial movement relaxation" and "front-back cheek relaxation", which are two factors constituting relaxation, the facial shape measuring device 10 can evaluate the facial shape according to the change in the volume of the face between the horizontal position and the vertical position of a person's face.

[0055] In the facial shape evaluation using the facial shape measuring device 10, in addition to "intra-facial movement relaxation" and "front-back cheek relaxation", the relaxation muscle coefficient, which is a third factor contributing to the appearance, can be used. The relaxation muscle coefficient (Cs) can be defined using the following formula (2) based on the relationship between the amount of gravitational swelling (VCswelling) and the visual score (visual evaluation, also called Sss).

[0056] [Equation 2]

[0057] S ss = C s ×VC swelling … Equation (2)

[0058] The visual score (Sss) is a value obtained by quantifying the evaluation using relaxed vision. For example, as described in T. Ezure, J. Hosoi, S. Amano and T. Tsuchiya, Skin Research and Technology 2009; 15: 299-305, it is calculated by a judge to determine which of reference photos 1-5 the human face is closest to. For example, the visual score (Sss) is calculated from an image of the oblique side face (an image of the face taken at a 45-degree angle from the left and right of the front of the face) when the face of the subject is in the vertical position (i.e., the state where the midline of the face is stationary parallel to the direction of gravity). In addition, the visual score (Sss) can be calculated using a learned model generated by machine learning with the image of the oblique side face for which the visual score has been determined as teacher data. The visual score is determined for each part of the upper cheek, lower cheek, and rear of the cheek, but can be newly generated by averaging any of them. The visual score (Sss) represents the relaxation of the appearance, particularly the average of the visual scores in the upper and lower cheeks, and the relaxation of the appearance in the upper and lower cheeks.

[0059] Furthermore, from the relationship between the gravitational swelling amount (VCswelling), the in-face movement relaxation amount (Sf), and the cheek front-back relaxation amount (Sc), the following equation (3) was found.

[0060] [Equation 3]

[0061]

[0062] From the above equations (2) and (3), the relationship between the appearance relaxation (i.e., the visual score (Sss)), the relaxation muscle coefficient (Cs), the in-face movement relaxation amount (Sf), and the cheek front-back relaxation amount (Sc) can be expressed by the following equation (4).

[0063] [Equation 4]

[0064]

[0065] In addition, it is known that the relaxation muscle coefficient (Cs) is related to the parameters of skin viscoelasticity obtained by the viscoelasticity acquisition device. Therefore, the relaxation muscle coefficient can be calculated using one or more of the parameters of skin viscoelasticity obtained by the viscoelasticity acquisition device.

[0066] (Communication unit 18)

[0067] The communication unit 18 communicates with the beauty device 20. The facial shape measurement device 10 can communicate with the beauty device 20 via the communication unit 18, for example, to change the settings of the beauty device 20 and so on.

[0068] The result measured using the facial shape measurement device 10 is displayed on Figure 15 . Figure 15 It is a diagram showing the measurement result using the facial shape measurement device 10 according to the present embodiment. Figure 15 It is the result of evaluating facial sagging using the facial shape measurement device 10 for about 1 month (30 days). The horizontal axis represents the elapsed days, and the vertical axis represents the index of sagging. Figure 15 As shown, according to the facial shape measurement device 10 according to the present embodiment, it is possible to perform highly accurate measurement capable of measuring the degree of the temporal change of sagging.

[0069] Therefore, by reflecting the highly accurate measurement result measured using the facial shape measurement device 10 in the settings in the beauty device 20, when the beauty system 1 applies the beauty device 20, it further eliminates facial sagging and improves the facial shape such as facial firmness.

[0070] In addition, for example, the respective processes of the analysis unit 12 and the determination unit 13 in the facial shape measurement device 10 can be processed using a server connected to the network. For example, the three-dimensional shape facial image acquired by the imaging unit 11 of the facial shape measurement device 10 in the beauty system 1 can be transmitted to the server, analyzed using the server, and the analyzed result can be transmitted to the facial shape measurement device 10.

[0071] [Beauty device 20]

[0072] The beauty device 20 is applied to the skin of the subject. The beauty device 20 applies an electrical or physical stimulus to the skin of the subject. For example, the beauty device 20 applies stimuli such as heat, radio waves, light, electricity, electrical pulses, ultrasonic vibrations, and motor vibrations to the skin of the subject. In addition, the beauty device 20 supplies beauty materials such as lotion. The following describes the case where all of the above are mounted, and the beauty device 20 only needs to have at least one of the above.

[0073] The beauty device 20 includes: a control unit 21, a radio wave irradiation unit 22R, a light irradiation unit 22L, an electrical application unit 22E, an electrical pulse application unit 22P, an ultrasonic vibration unit 22U, a motor vibration unit 22V, a beauty material supply unit 22D, and a communication unit 28.

[0074] (Control unit 21)

[0075] The control unit 21 controls the entire beauty device 20. The control unit 21 controls the radio wave irradiation unit 22R, the light irradiation unit 22L, the electric application unit 22E, the electric pulse application unit 22P, the ultrasonic vibration unit 22U, the motor vibration unit 22V, the cosmetic supply unit 22D, and the communication unit 28.

[0076] (Radio wave irradiation unit 22R)

[0077] The radio wave irradiation unit 22R irradiates the radio wave STR onto the skin of the subject. For example, the radio wave irradiation unit 22R irradiates a radio wave of about 200 kHz to 300 MHz onto the skin of the subject. By irradiating the radio wave onto the skin of the subject, for example, the skin of the subject is heated. The radio wave irradiation unit 22R includes an antenna for irradiating the radio wave and a power supply for supplying power to the antenna.

[0078] The radio wave irradiation unit 22R is controlled by the control unit 21 and, for example, can change the intensity or frequency of the irradiated radio wave.

[0079] (Light irradiation unit 22L)

[0080] The light irradiation unit 22L irradiates the light STL onto the skin of the subject. For example, the light irradiation unit 22L irradiates infrared light onto the skin of the subject. By irradiating the light onto the skin of the subject, for example, the skin of the subject is heated. The light irradiation unit 22L includes a light emitting element, for example, an LED (Light Emitting Diode). The light irradiation unit 22L irradiates light in the infrared region, for example.

[0081] The light irradiation unit 22L is controlled by the control unit 21 and, for example, can change the intensity or wavelength (color) of the irradiated light.

[0082] (Electric application unit 22E)

[0083] The electric application unit 22E applies an electric stimulus STE to the skin of the subject. The electric application unit 22E includes, for example, at least two electrodes that come into contact with the skin. Moreover, the electric application unit 22E applies a certain voltage between one electrode and the other electrode. By applying a certain voltage between one electrode and the other electrode, the electric application unit 22E can, for example, promote the penetration of a liquid such as a cosmetic into the skin.

[0084] The electric application unit 22E is controlled by the control unit 21 and, for example, can change the voltage between the electrodes.

[0085] (Electric pulse application unit 22P)

[0086] The electric pulse application unit 22P applies an electric stimulus STP to the skin of the subject. The electric pulse application unit 22P includes, for example, at least two electrodes that come into contact with the skin. Moreover, the electric pulse application unit 22P applies an electric pulse between one electrode and the other electrode. By applying an electric pulse between one electrode and the other electrode, the electric pulse application unit 22P can, for example, stimulate muscles and force the muscles to which the electric pulse is applied to move.

[0087] By being controlled by the control unit 21, the electric pulse application unit 22P can, for example, change the pulse voltage, pulse frequency, or duty ratio.

[0088] (Ultrasonic vibration unit 22U)

[0089] The ultrasonic vibration unit 22U imparts ultrasonic vibration STU to the skin of the subject. The ultrasonic vibration unit 22U includes a piezoelectric element that generates ultrasonic vibration and a power source that supplies power to the piezoelectric element. By vibrating the piezoelectric element, the ultrasonic vibration unit 22U vibrates the skin, for example.

[0090] By being controlled by the control unit 21, the ultrasonic vibration unit 22U can, for example, change the amplitude or frequency of the ultrasonic vibration.

[0091] (Motor vibration unit 22V)

[0092] The motor vibration unit 22V imparts vibration STV to the skin of the subject. The motor vibration unit 22V includes a motor that generates vibration and a power source that supplies power to the motor. By rotating the motor, the motor vibration unit 22V generates vibration and vibrates the skin, for example.

[0093] By being controlled by the control unit 21, the motor vibration unit 22V can, for example, change the amplitude or frequency of the vibration.

[0094] In addition, in the above example, vibration is generated by a motor, but in order to generate vibration, components other than the motor can be used.

[0095] (Cosmetic supply unit 22D)

[0096] The cosmetic supply unit 22D supplies cosmetics STD such as beauty liquids to the skin of the subject. The cosmetic supply unit 22D includes a storage unit that stores the cosmetics to be applied to the skin of the subject and a supply unit that supplies the cosmetics from the storage unit.

[0097] By being controlled by the control unit 21, the cosmetic supply unit 22D can, for example, change the type or amount of the supplied cosmetics.

[0098] In addition, as a skin stimulus to the subject, the beauty device 20 can apply heat. For example, the beauty device 20 may include: a heater such as a heating wire that generates heat, and a power supply that supplies power to the heater. The control unit 21 can, for example, change the heat of the heater or the temperature in the substrate that comes into contact with the skin.

[0099] (Communication unit 28)

[0100] The communication unit 28 communicates with the facial shape measurement device 10. The beauty device 20 communicates with the facial shape measurement device 10 via the communication unit 28, and for example, can receive the measurement results from the facial shape measurement device 10.

[0101] <Processing of the beauty system 1>

[0102] The processing of the beauty system 1 will be described. By describing the processing of the beauty system 1, the steps included in the beauty method using the beauty system 1 will be described.

[0103] First, the imaging unit 11 of the facial shape measurement device 10 in the beauty system 1 acquires a plurality of facial images respectively captured in states where the gravitational vectors applied to the facial tissues of the subject are different. Moreover, the analysis unit 12 and the determination unit 13 of the facial shape measurement device 10 in the beauty system 1 use the acquired plurality of facial images to measure the facial shape of the subject. Moreover, based on the measurement results, the facial shape measurement device 10 in the beauty system 1 changes the settings related to the stimulus applied to the subject's face in the beauty device 20, and applies a stimulus to the subject's face. In addition, based on the measurement results, the facial shape measurement device 10 supplies cosmetics from the beauty device 20 and applies them to the subject's face.

[0104] <Summary>

[0105] According to the beauty system according to the first embodiment, by adopting the measurement results of the facial shape using the facial shape measurement device, it is possible to further improve the facial shape such as the elimination of facial sagging and the firming of the face.

[0106] In addition, the imaging unit 11 is an example of an acquisition unit, and the analysis unit 12 and the determination unit 13 are examples of a measurement unit.

[0107] <<Second Embodiment>>

[0108] A system using a facial shape measurement device and a server as the second embodiment will be described. Figure 7 It is a diagram showing an outline of a system 2 as an example of the system according to the second embodiment.

[0109] As described in the first embodiment, according to the facial shape measurement device according to the present embodiment, it is possible to measure the facial shape with higher accuracy. Therefore, in the system according to the second embodiment, the measurement results of the facial shape measurement device are used in a manner that promotes long-term and repeated use of the beauty device or beauty product by the user.

[0110] When the user uses a beauty device or beauty product, in order to feel the effect, the user is required to use it continuously for a predetermined period. However, if the user cannot feel the effect of the beauty device or beauty product, the user may sometimes discontinue using the beauty device or beauty product. Therefore, the system according to the second embodiment promotes the user to be able to feel the effect by using the facial shape measurement device according to the present embodiment in which high-precision facial shape measurement is possible.

[0111] The system according to the second embodiment gives a privilege to the user (subject) who continuously uses the facial shape measurement device for the user (subject) who uses the evaluation object (beauty device or beauty product (e.g., cosmetics)) applied to the face. By continuously using the facial shape measurement device and giving a privilege to the user (subject) who has evaluated the evaluation object, the system according to the second embodiment can promote the continuous use by the user (subject) and obtain long-term data on the evaluation object. In addition, the evaluation object is not limited to the evaluation object applied to the face. The evaluation object only needs to act on the facial skin. For example, the evaluation object can be beauty foods (e.g., foods, beverages, tablets), beauty drips, and beauty injections.

[0112] The system 2 includes a facial shape measurement device 10, a beauty device 20, a server 110, a server 120, and a server 130.

[0113] The facial shape measurement device 10, the server 110, the server 120, and the server 130 are connected to each other via a network NW. The network NW is, for example, a LAN (Local Area Network), a WAN (Wide Area Network), the Internet, or the like.

[0114] In addition, the devices connected to the network NW are not limited to this. For example, a PC (Personal Computer) or a portable terminal (e.g., a mobile phone or a smartphone) used by the user can be connected.

[0115] [Server 110]

[0116] Server 110 is a server that manages the measurement results in the facial shape measurement device 10. Server 110 obtains the measurement results measured by the facial shape measurement device 10. Server 110 processes based on the measurement results measured by the facial shape measurement device 10. For example, Server 110 gives a privilege to a user who is judged to continuously use the facial shape measurement device 10. Server 110 gives an instruction to Server 120 or Server 130 based on the obtained measurement results.

[0117] Server 110 is constituted by, for example, a microprocessing unit having a CPU (Central Processing Unit), a RAM (Random Access Memory), and a ROM (Read Only Memory). Server 110 processes by expanding and executing the program recorded in the ROM in the RAM through the CPU. The same applies to Server 120 and Server 130.

[0118] [Server 120]

[0119] Server 120 is a server that manages the sending of prizes. When Server 120 receives an instruction to send a prize from Server 110, it processes in a manner of sending the prize. For example, Server 120 instructs the production of documents, shipping labels, etc. required for sending the prize. In addition, Server 120 instructs the packing of the prize, etc. Moreover, Server 120 gives an instruction in a manner of sending the prize.

[0120] [Server 130]

[0121] Server 130 is a server that manages the sending of evaluation objects (beauty equipment or beauty products). When Server 130 receives an instruction to send an evaluation object from Server 110, it processes in a manner of sending the evaluation object. For example, Server 130 instructs the production of documents, shipping labels, etc. required for sending the evaluation object. In addition, Server 120 instructs the packing of the evaluation object.

[0122] <Processing in System 2>

[0123] [First Example]

[0124] Describe the first example of the processing in System 2. Figure 8 It is a flowchart for describing the first example of the processing in System 2, which is an example of the system according to the second embodiment.

[0125] (Step S10)

[0126] The server 110 in the system 2 obtains the measurement result from the face shape measurement device 10. For example, when the face shape measurement device 10 measures the skin of the subject, the face shape measurement device 10 notifies the server 110 of the measurement result. Then, the server 110 receives the notification and obtains the measurement result from the face shape measurement device 10.

[0127] When the server 110 obtains the measurement result from the face shape measurement device 10, for example, the face shape measurement device 10 may transmit the measurement result to the server 110 via a non-fungible token (NFT). By using a non-fungible token (NFT), it is possible to prevent data tampering and improve data reliability.

[0128] For example, the server 110 obtains the measurement results from the face shape measurement device 10 once a day or once every several days.

[0129] (Step S20)

[0130] Next, the server 110 in the system 2 determines whether the predetermined number of measurement results are obtained. If the predetermined number of measurement results are obtained (Yes in step S20), the server 110 performs processing in step S30. If the predetermined number of measurement results are not obtained (No in step S20), the server 110 returns to step S10 and repeats the processing.

[0131] By repeating step S10 and step S20, the server 110 obtains the measurement results a predetermined number of times or more.

[0132] (Step S30)

[0133] The server 110 performs processing so as to grant benefits to the subject. An example of displaying benefits granted to the subject.

[0134] (1) Full or partial refund of fees

[0135] For example, when using cosmetics or beauty equipment as the evaluation object, the purchase price of the evaluation object can be fully or partially refunded. In addition, for example, when performing beauty services, the cost of the beauty services can also be fully or partially refunded.

[0136] (2) Giving away items that match the evaluation object or discount coupons for the items

[0137] For example, when using a beauty device as the evaluation object, consumables (e.g., beauty essence) used in conjunction with the beauty device can be given as a gift. In addition, when using a beauty device as the evaluation object, discount coupons for consumables (e.g., beauty essence) used in conjunction with the beauty device can be given as a gift.

[0138] (3) Identified as an excellent customer

[0139] For example, the subject can be identified as an excellent customer, such as being able to receive preferential sales, etc.

[0140] (4) Preferential purchase of new products

[0141] For example, the subject can be given the right to purchase before the release date, etc.

[0142] Server 110, for example, when sending an item, can give an instruction to send the item to server 120. Based on the instruction from server 110, server 120 processes it by sending (accompanying) the item.

[0143] By processing as in the first example, system 2 can promote the continuous use of the evaluation object (facial shape measurement device) by the user (subject).

[0144] [Second example]

[0145] Describe the second example of the processing in system 2. Figure 9 It is a flowchart for describing the second example of the processing in system 2, which is an example of the system according to the second embodiment.

[0146] In the second example, in addition to the number of times the evaluation result is obtained in the first example, the content of the evaluation result also becomes the determination object.

[0147] Steps S10 and S20 refer to the description of the first example and will not be described here.

[0148] (Step S130)

[0149] When the measurement results of the predetermined number of times are obtained (Yes in step S20), server 110 determines whether the measurement results have improved over time. Server 110, for example, determines whether the evaluation index calculated from the measurement results has improved in a good direction over time. When the evaluation result has improved over time (Yes in step S130), server 110 performs processing in step S140. When the evaluation result has not improved over time (No in step S130), server 110 performs processing in step S150.

[0150] (Step S140)

[0151] The server 110 performs processing in a manner that gives preferential treatment to the subject being examined. For the specific processing, refer to the description of step S30, and the description is omitted here.

[0152] (Step S150)

[0153] The server 110 resets the number of repetitions. The server 110 returns to step S10 and repeats the processing.

[0154] By processing as in the second example, the system 2 can promote the continuous use of the evaluation object (facial shape measurement device) by the user (the subject being examined). In addition, by processing as in the second example, the system 2 can promote the proper use of the evaluation object (facial shape measurement device) by the user (the subject being examined).

[0155] [Third Example]

[0156] The third example of the processing in the system 2 will be described. Figure 10 It is a flowchart for explaining the third example of the processing in the system 2, which is an example of the system related to the second embodiment.

[0157] In the third example, a beauty device is used as the evaluation object. Compared with giving preferential treatment in the first example, in the third example, the settings of the beauty device are changed.

[0158] Steps S10 and S20 refer to the description of the first example, and the description is omitted here.

[0159] (Step S230)

[0160] When the measurement results of a predetermined number of times are obtained (Yes in step S20), the server 110 gives an instruction to change the settings of the beauty device 20 via the facial shape measurement device 10. Additionally, it can be directly instructed from the server 110 to the beauty device 20.

[0161] The server 110, for example, can give an instruction to the beauty device 20 to change the settings of the stimulation given to the skin. In addition, the server 110, for example, can change the upper limit value of the stimulation given to the beauty device 20. By changing the upper limit value of the stimulation given to the beauty device 20, for example, the beauty device 20 can give a stronger stimulation.

[0162] In addition, for example, the server 110 can evaluate the content of the measurement results and customize the settings of the beauty device 20 in a more effective manner.

[0163] By processing as in the third example, the system 2 improves the function or effect of the beauty device so that the user (the subject being examined) can feel the effect of the evaluation object. The system 2 can make the user (the subject being examined) feel the effect by improving the function or effect of the beauty device, and promote the continuous use of the evaluation object (the facial shape measuring device).

[0164] [Fourth Example]

[0165] Describe the fourth example of the processing in the system 2. Figure 11 It is a flowchart for explaining the fourth example of the processing in the system 2 which is an example of the system related to the second embodiment.

[0166] In the fourth example, instead of giving a privilege as in the first example, the evaluation object itself is replaced. In addition, the evaluation object can be, for example, an evaluation object applied to the face (beauty device or beauty product (e.g., cosmetics)), for example, beauty food (e.g., food, beverage, tablet), drip for beauty, injection for beauty.

[0167] Steps S10 and S20 refer to the description in the first example, and the description is omitted here.

[0168] (Step S340)

[0169] When the measurement results of a predetermined number of times are obtained (Yes in step S20), the server 110 can replace the currently used evaluation object with a new evaluation object or another evaluation object.

[0170] The server 110 can, for example, process in such a way that a new evaluation object of the same model is delivered to the subject being examined. Specifically, the server 110 instructs the server 130 that manages the evaluation object to deliver a new evaluation object to the subject being examined. The server 130 processes in such a way that a new evaluation object is delivered to the subject being examined.

[0171] In addition, the server 110 can, for example, process in such a way that a higher-function evaluation object is delivered to the subject being examined. Specifically, the server 110 instructs the server 130 that manages the evaluation object to deliver another evaluation object to the subject being examined. The server 130 processes in such a way that another evaluation object different from the currently used evaluation object is delivered to the subject being examined.

[0172] By processing as in the fourth example, the user (the subject being examined) can obtain a new evaluation object or another evaluation object. Thus, the system 2 makes the user (the subject being examined) feel the benefit and can promote the continued use of the evaluation object (the facial shape measuring device).

[0173] In addition, in the above step S20, the determination of whether a predetermined number of measurement results are obtained is not limited to the number of times. For example, in step S20, the usage method (e.g., whether it adheres to the recommended usage method, whether the correct usage method is used, etc.) or the usage frequency (e.g., whether it is used morning and evening, etc.) can be used as the determination criterion for granting benefits.

[0174] <Summary>

[0175] According to the system according to the second embodiment, the continuous use of the evaluation object by the subject can be promoted.

[0176] In addition, server 120 is an example of the second server, and server 130 is an example of the third server.

[0177] <The Third Embodiment>

[0178] The system according to the third embodiment will be described. As described in the first embodiment, with the facial shape measuring device according to the present embodiment, a higher-precision measurement of the facial shape becomes possible. Therefore, in the system according to the third embodiment, highly reliable feedback on the beauty effect of the evaluation object is provided. Hereinafter, the system according to the third embodiment will be described based on system 2.

[0179] The system according to the third embodiment publishes the feedback made by the user (subject) who uses the evaluation object (beauty device or beauty product (e.g., cosmetic)) applied to the face together with the measurement results measured by the facial shape measuring device.

[0180] The processing according to the third embodiment in system 2 will be described. Figure 12 FIG. is a flowchart for explaining the processing in system 2 as an example of the system according to the third embodiment.

[0181] Steps S10 and S20 will be described with reference to the description of the first example in the second embodiment, and the description is omitted here. Through steps S10 and S20, a plurality of measurement results are obtained during a preset period. In other words, through steps S10 and S20, a plurality of measurement results implemented during a certain period are obtained.

[0182] (Step S430)

[0183] When a predetermined number of measurement results are obtained (Yes in step S20), server 110 creates feedback on the evaluation object.

[0184] Server 110 has the function of displaying the feedback of the object to be evaluated as a web page. Server 110 sends the created web page to other terminals connected to the network NW. In addition, Server 110 has the function of receiving, via the network NW, the content of the feedback on the object to be evaluated from the terminals owned by the examinees.

[0185] An example of the web page displayed by Server 110 will be described. Figure 13 FIG. is for explaining a page P1 which is an example of an evaluation page created by Server 110. Page P1 has a display R1 for displaying the measurement result, and a display T1 for displaying the feedback from the examinee.

[0186] For example, the display R1 displays the measurement result as a graph. The display T1 displays the feedback as text.

[0187] In addition, Server 110 can display multiple objects to be evaluated. Figure 14 FIG. is for explaining a page P2 which is an example of an evaluation page created by Server 110. Page P2 has a view V21 (first view) for displaying the feedback (first feedback) of the first object to be evaluated, and a view V22 (second view) for displaying the feedback (first feedback) of the second object to be evaluated different from the first object to be evaluated. The view V21 has a display R21 for displaying the measurement result of the examinee to whom the first object to be evaluated is applied, and a display T21 for displaying the feedback from the examinee. The view V22 has a display R22 for displaying the measurement result of the examinee to whom the second object to be evaluated is applied, and a display T22 for displaying the feedback from the examinee.

[0188] The view V21 (first view) for displaying the feedback (first feedback) of the first object to be evaluated, and the view V22 (second view) for displaying the feedback (first feedback) of the second object to be evaluated different from the first object to be evaluated are arranged and published.

[0189] For example, Server 110 can change the examinee and generate, as an evaluation page, the first feedback based on a plurality of first measurement results obtained by the first examinee and the second feedback based on a plurality of second measurement results obtained by the second examinee.

[0190] In addition, for example, Server 110 can change the object to be evaluated and generate, as an evaluation page, the first feedback based on a plurality of first measurement results obtained by the examinee to whom the first object to be evaluated is applied and the second feedback based on a plurality of second measurement results obtained by the examinee to whom the second object to be evaluated is applied.

[0191] In addition, the server 110 can, for example, arrange a list of measurement results collected by various evaluation objects or evaluators and create a displayed evaluation page. In addition, the server 110 can arrange the list of measurement results and display the evaluation page for general browsing. Additionally, when general browsing is possible, an evaluation page is created considering that personal information is not understood from the evaluation data.

[0192] <Summary>

[0193] According to the system according to the third embodiment, by displaying high-precision measurement results together, it is possible to display highly reliable feedback.

[0194] It should be considered that the embodiments disclosed this time are illustrative in all aspects and not restrictive. Without departing from the scope and gist of the claims, the above embodiments can be modified and improved in various ways. Among the above-described multiple embodiments, the matters described can be adopted with other configurations within a non-contradictory range, or can be combined within a non-contradictory range.

[0195] This application claims the priority of the basic patent application No. 2022-212621 filed with the Japan Patent Office on December 28, 2022, and incorporates all of its content by reference.

[0196] Explanation of Signs

[0197] 1 Beauty system

[0198] 2 System

[0199] 10 Facial shape measurement device

[0200] 11 Imaging unit

[0201] 12 Analysis unit

[0202] 13 Judgment unit

[0203] 15 Storage unit

[0204] 18 Communication unit

[0205] 20 Beauty device

[0206] 21 Control unit

[0207] 22E Electric application unit

[0208] 22L Light irradiation unit

[0209] 22P Electric pulse application unit

[0210] 22R Radio wave irradiation unit

[0211] 22U Ultrasonic vibration unit

[0212] 22V Motor Vibration Unit

[0213] 22D Cosmetic Supply Unit

[0214] 28 Communication Unit

[0215] 110, 120, 130 Servers

Claims

1. A system comprising: a facial shape measurement device that measures the facial shape of a subject using the evaluation object, and a server that obtains a plurality of measurement results implemented during a certain period from the facial shape measurement device, and generates an evaluation page that publishes the feedback of the evaluation object by the subject, and sends it to an external terminal, wherein the facial shape measurement device comprises: an acquisition unit that acquires a plurality of facial images respectively taken in states where the gravity vectors applied to the facial tissue of the subject are different, a measurement unit that measures the facial shape of the subject using the plurality of facial images.

2. The system according to claim 1, wherein the facial shape measurement device sends the measurement result to the server via a non-fungible token.

3. The system according to claim 1, in the server, a plurality of first measurement results of a first subject using the evaluation object are obtained from the facial shape measurement device, and a first view that publishes the first feedback of the evaluation object by the first subject is generated together with the plurality of first measurement results, a plurality of second measurement results of a second subject using the evaluation object are obtained from the facial shape measurement device, and a second view that publishes the second feedback of the evaluation object by the second subject is generated together with the plurality of second measurement results, and an evaluation page that arranges and publishes the first view and the second view is generated.

4. The system according to claim 1, in the server, a plurality of first measurement results of a first subject using a first evaluation object as the evaluation object are obtained from the facial shape measurement device, and a first view that publishes the first feedback of the first evaluation object by the first subject is generated together with the plurality of first measurement results, a plurality of second measurement results of a second subject using a second evaluation object as the evaluation object are obtained from the facial shape measurement device, and a second view that publishes the second feedback of the second evaluation object by the second subject is generated together with the plurality of second measurement results, and an evaluation page that arranges and publishes the first view and the second view is generated.

5. A server that uses a plurality of facial images respectively taken in states where the gravity vectors applied to the facial tissue of a subject using an evaluation object are different, obtains a plurality of measurement results from a facial shape measurement device that measures the facial shape of the subject during a predetermined period, and generates an evaluation page that publishes the feedback of the evaluation object by the subject, and sends it to an external terminal.

6. A method, wherein, Using a plurality of facial images respectively captured in states where the gravitational vectors applied to the facial tissue of the subject being evaluated are different, a facial shape measurement device that measures the facial shape of the subject obtains a plurality of measurement results during a preset period, and together with the obtained plurality of measurement results, generates an evaluation page that publishes feedback on the evaluation object by the subject, and sends it to an external terminal.

7. A system comprising: A facial shape measurement device that measures the facial shape of a subject who uses an evaluation object, and A server that obtains a plurality of measurement results from the facial shape measurement device through a non-fungible token, generates an evaluation page that arranges and represents the obtained plurality of measurement results, and sends it to an external terminal, The facial shape measurement device includes: An acquisition unit that acquires a plurality of facial images respectively captured in states where the gravitational vectors applied to the facial tissue of the subject are different, and A measurement unit that uses the plurality of facial images to measure the facial shape of the subject.

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