A beauty method for applying cosmetic compositions.

Abstract

To provide a beauty method for applying a cosmetic composition to the face that reduces friction and provides a comfortable user experience. [Solution] The present invention relates to a beauty method for applying a cosmetic composition to the face, comprising the steps of (1) preparing the cosmetic composition in the palms of one or both hands, (2) spreading the cosmetic composition on the palms of both hands, (3) lightly patting the face with the palms of both hands, and (4) sliding the palms of both hands over the entire face. The beauty method according to the present invention can reduce friction during the application of the cosmetic composition to the face, and therefore the beauty method according to the present invention can reduce unpleasant sensations, such as a dragging sensation. As a result, the beauty method according to the present invention can provide a pleasant sensation.

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a non-therapeutic cosmetic method or process for applying a cosmetic composition. [Background technology]

[0002] Various methods have been proposed for applying cosmetic compositions to the face in order to beautify it.

[0003] One proposed method for applying a cosmetic composition to the face involves applying a small amount of the cosmetic composition to the center of the forehead, the center of the nose, the center of the chin, and both cheeks, and then spreading the cosmetic composition from the center of the face outwards.

[0004] The conventional method described above is commonly used for cosmetic compositions in the form of creams. [Prior art documents] [Patent Documents]

[0005] [Patent Document 1] WO 94 / 02158 [Non-patent literature]

[0006] [Non-Patent Document 1] Bergey's Manual of Systematic Bacteriology (Volume 3, Sections 22 and 23, Chapter 9, 1989) [Non-Patent Document 2] “joint FAO / WHO Expert Consultation on Evaluation of Health and Nutritional Properties of Probiotic in Food Including Powder Milk with Live Lactic Acid Bacteria”, October 6, 2001 [Overview of the project]

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0007] However, in some cases, the above conventional methods have often been found to cause friction and an uncomfortable feeling of use, such as a dragging sensation, especially on the face of sensitive skin.

[0008] An object of the present invention is to provide a beauty method for applying a cosmetic composition to the face, which can reduce friction and bring a comfortable feeling of use.

Means for Solving the Problems

[0009] The above object of the present invention is a beauty method for applying a cosmetic composition to the face, (1) a step of preparing the cosmetic composition on the palm of one hand or both hands; (2) a step of spreading the cosmetic composition on the palms of both hands; (3) a step of gently tapping the face with the palms of both hands; (4) a step of sliding the palms of both hands over the entire face and can be achieved by a beauty method including.

[0010] The amount of the cosmetic composition prepared in step (1) of the beauty method according to the present invention may be 0.3 g or more, preferably 0.4 g or more, more preferably 0.5 g or more.

[0011] Step (2) of the beauty method according to the present invention can be carried out by bringing the palms of both hands into contact with each other with a circular motion.

[0012] It is preferable not to use fingers for step (2) of the beauty method according to the present invention.

[0013] Step (3) of the beauty method according to the present invention may be repeated.

[0014] It is preferable not to use fingers for step (3) of the beauty method according to the present invention.

[0015] In step (4), you may slide the palms of both hands from the center of your face to the edges.

[0016] Step (4) of the beauty method according to the present invention may be repeated.

[0017] It is preferable not to use fingers for step (4) of the beauty method according to the present invention.

[0018] The pressure applied to the face by step (4) of the beauty method according to the present invention may be less than 0.60 N, preferably less than 0.56 N, and more preferably less than 0.52 N.

[0019] The beauty method according to the present invention may further include, after step (4), step (5) of pressing the face with at least the palms of both hands.

[0020] The beauty method according to the present invention may further include, after step (5), step (6) of applying the cosmetic composition from the palms of both hands to the body other than the face.

[0021] The cosmetic composition used in the beauty method according to the present invention may be in the form of a cream.

[0022] The face to which the cosmetic composition is applied according to the present invention may include sensitive skin. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0023] [Figure 1] This figure shows an example of a cosmetic method according to the present invention for applying a cosmetic composition to the face. [Figure 2] This figure shows an example of a conventional beauty method for applying cosmetic compositions to the face. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0024] As a result of diligent research, the inventors have discovered a novel cosmetic method for applying a cosmetic composition to the face that can reduce friction and provide a comfortable user experience.

[0025] Therefore, one aspect of the present invention is a cosmetic method for applying a cosmetic composition to the face, (1) The step of preparing the cosmetic composition in the palm of one or both hands, (2) The step of spreading the cosmetic composition on the palms of both hands, (3) The step of gently tapping your face with the palms of both hands, (4) The process of sliding both palms over the entire face This is a beauty method that includes [something].

[0026] The beauty method according to the present invention can reduce friction during the application of cosmetic compositions to the face, and therefore, the beauty method according to the present invention can reduce unpleasant sensations, such as a dragging sensation. Thus, the beauty method according to the present invention can provide a pleasant user experience.

[0027] The reduction in friction during application of the cosmetic composition by the cosmetic method according to the present invention may be due to the reduced pressure during application in steps (3) and (4) of the cosmetic method according to the present invention, particularly in step (4).

[0028] In step (4) of the beauty method according to the present invention, the cosmetic composition is applied to the face using the palms of both hands. The palms of both hands have a larger surface area than the fingers. Therefore, the pressure applied to the face (per unit area) can be reduced by using the palms of both hands compared to using the fingers, even if the same force is used for application.

[0029] In addition, in step (3) of the beauty method according to the present invention, before step (4), the cosmetic composition can be placed on the palms of both hands, and a portion of the cosmetic composition can be applied to the face by lightly tapping the face with the palms of both hands. Therefore, in step (4), it is not necessary to spread a relatively large amount of cosmetic composition on the face. Furthermore, the portion of the cosmetic composition applied to the face by lightly tapping in step (3) can function as a smoothing agent, making it easier to glide in step (4). These also contribute to reducing the pressure applied to the face while applying the cosmetic composition in step (4).

[0030] In order to reduce the pressure applied to the face in steps (3) and / or (4) of the beauty method according to the present invention, it is preferable not to use fingers. In other words, in steps (3) and / or (4) of the beauty method according to the present invention, it is preferable to use only the palms of both hands. Fingers, especially fingertips, have a considerably smaller surface area than the palms of both hands. Therefore, in steps (3) and / or (4), if the cosmetic composition is applied to the face using fingers, especially fingertips, the pressure applied to the face (per unit area) may increase compared to when the palms of both hands are used. Consequently, friction on the face may increase, which may result in an unpleasant feeling.

[0031] Since the beauty method according to the present invention can reduce friction, it can preferably be used for beauty treatments on sensitive skin. Therefore, the beauty method according to the present invention can be advantageously used on facial skin, including sensitive skin.

[0032] From here on, the beauty method and other related aspects according to the present invention will be described in more detail.

[0033] [The present invention of a beauty method] The cosmetic method or process according to the present invention is a method or process for beautifying the face, and is not a pharmaceutical method or pharmaceutical process for therapeutically treating the face.

[0034] The cosmetic method according to the present invention for applying a cosmetic composition to the face is: (1) The step of preparing the cosmetic composition in the palm of one or both hands, (2) The step of spreading the cosmetic composition on the palms of both hands, (3) The step of gently tapping your face with the palms of both hands, (4) The process of sliding both palms over the entire face Includes.

[0035] The beauty method according to the present invention can be characterized by applying a cosmetic composition to the face using the palms of both hands.

[0036] Each step included in the beauty method according to the present invention will be described below with reference to Figure 1.

[0037] Figure 1 shows an example of a cosmetic method according to the present invention for applying a cosmetic composition to the face. Parts (1) to (4) of Figure 1 correspond to steps (1) to (4) of the cosmetic method according to the present invention, respectively. Part (5) of Figure 1 corresponds to one of the optional steps of the cosmetic method according to the present invention.

[0038] (Process 1) Step (1) of the beauty method according to the present invention requires preparing the cosmetic composition on the palm of one or both hands.

[0039] Therefore, in step (1), the cosmetic composition is prepared on one or both palms of the hands.

[0040] There are no limitations on the amount of cosmetic composition prepared in step (1) of the beauty method according to the present invention.

[0041] The amount of cosmetic composition prepared on the palms of one or both hands is preferably 0.3g or more, more preferably 0.4g or more, and even more preferably 0.5g or more. An amount of 0.3g or more of cosmetic composition can provide a cosmetic film of sufficient thickness on the face.

[0042] The amount of cosmetic composition prepared on the palms of one or both hands is preferably 0.8 g or less, more preferably 0.7 g or less, and even more preferably 0.6 g or less.

[0043] Therefore, the amount of cosmetic composition prepared in step (1) of the beauty method according to the present invention is preferably 0.3g to 0.8g, more preferably 0.4g to 0.7g, and even more preferably 0.5g to 0.6g.

[0044] Part (1) of Figure 1 shows an example of the process of preparing a cosmetic composition in the palm of one hand. In Part (1) of Figure 1, the cosmetic composition is prepared in the center of the palm of one hand.

[0045] In step (1) of the beauty method according to the present invention, the cosmetic composition may be prepared in the palm of one or both hands in the form of a ball such as a pearl ball, or in the form of a line such as a straight line or a curve, in order to prepare 0.3 g or more, preferably 0.4 g or more, and more preferably 0.5 g or more of the cosmetic composition.

[0046] For example, a cosmetic composition may be filled into a container such as a tube equipped with a nozzle, and the cosmetic composition can be discharged from the nozzle by pressing.

[0047] The container does not need to be moved to discharge cosmetic compositions in the form of balls, such as pearl balls, or the container may be moved to discharge cosmetic compositions in the form of lines, such as straight lines or curves.

[0048] (Process 2) Step (2) in the beauty method according to the present invention requires spreading the cosmetic composition on the palms of both hands.

[0049] Therefore, in step (2), the cosmetic composition is spread on the palms of both hands.

[0050] Step (2) can be performed after step (1).

[0051] In step (2) of the beauty method according to the present invention, there are no limitations on the method of spreading the cosmetic composition onto the palms of both hands.

[0052] In one embodiment, in step (2), the user can bring the palms of both hands into contact through a circular motion. In this embodiment, for example, the user can prepare the cosmetic composition on the palm of one hand in step (1), bring the palms of both hands into contact, and rotate the palms of both hands in different directions to spread the cosmetic composition over the surfaces of both palms. The number of circular motions or rotations is not limited, but several times, for example, two and three times, may be sufficient.

[0053] Part (2) of Figure 1 shows an example of the process of spreading a cosmetic composition on the palms of both hands. In Part (2) of Figure 1, the two palms of both hands, which are in contact with each other, are rotated in different directions to spread the cosmetic composition on the surface of both palms.

[0054] It is preferable not to use fingers for step (2) of the beauty method according to the present invention. In other words, it is preferable that the spreading step in step (2) of the beauty method according to the present invention be performed using only the palms of both hands. For this reason, it is preferable not to spread the cosmetic composition with fingers in step (2) of the beauty method according to the present invention.

[0055] Furthermore, when the palms of both hands are in contact, it is preferable to apply minimal pressure in step (2) of the beauty method according to the present invention.

[0056] Furthermore, in step (2) of the beauty method according to the present invention, it is also preferable to perform a gentle circular motion or rotation.

[0057] Furthermore, in step (2) of the beauty method according to the present invention, it is preferable to spread the cosmetic composition on the palms of both hands so that the cosmetic composition is spread substantially unevenly across the entire surface of both palms.

[0058] As a result of step (2) of the beauty method according to the present invention, the cosmetic composition can be distributed over the entire surface of both palms.

[0059] (Step 3) Step (3) in the beauty method according to the present invention requires lightly tapping the face with the palms of both hands.

[0060] Therefore, in step (3), at least a portion of the cosmetic composition on the palms of both hands can be applied to the face.

[0061] Step (3) can be performed after step (2).

[0062] In one embodiment, in step (3), the user may lightly pat their face several times with the palms of both hands to apply a considerable amount of the cosmetic composition to their face from the palms of both hands that have been spread with the cosmetic composition in step (2). In other words, the light patting step in step (3) may be repeated.

[0063] There are no restrictions on the method of lightly tapping your face with the palms of both hands. There is no limit to the number of times you can tap, but several times, for example, eight or nine times, may be sufficient.

[0064] Part (3) of Figure 1 shows an example of the process of lightly tapping the face with both palms. In Part (3) of Figure 1, both cheeks of the face are lightly tapped with both palms. In Part (3) of Figure 1, the process of lightly tapping both cheeks may be repeated several times.

[0065] In the example shown in part (3) of Figure 1, the user begins by lightly tapping both cheeks of the face and may move the tapping area from the cheeks to, for example, the forehead, chin, or nose. It is preferable to perform the tapping motion so that it covers or envelops the entire face. In other words, it is preferable that the palms of both hands tap over the entire face. Therefore, it is preferable to move the tapping area from, for example, the cheeks to the forehead, chin, or nose.

[0066] It is preferable not to use fingers for step (3) of the beauty method according to the present invention. In other words, it is preferable that the tapping step in step (3) of the beauty method according to the present invention be performed using only the palms of both hands. For this reason, it is preferable that the tapping in step (3) of the beauty method according to the present invention is not performed using fingers.

[0067] Furthermore, when lightly tapping the face with the palms of both hands, it is preferable to apply minimal pressure in step (3) of the beauty method according to the present invention.

[0068] As a result of step (3) of the beauty method according to the present invention, at least a portion of the cosmetic composition on the palms of both hands may be applied to the surface of the face. The remaining cosmetic composition may remain on the palms of both hands.

[0069] Furthermore, as a result of step (3) of the beauty method according to the present invention, using both palms, the cosmetic composition can be applied in the next step (4) with less friction or reduced pressure compared to using fingers.

[0070] (Step 4) Step (4) in the beauty method according to the present invention requires sliding the palms of both hands over the entire face.

[0071] Therefore, in step (4), the cosmetic composition remaining on the palms of both hands after step (3) can be applied to the face.

[0072] Step (4) can be performed after step (3).

[0073] It is preferable to slide both palms from the center of the face outwards. In other words, it is preferable to slide both palms outwards from the center of the face towards the edges of the face.

[0074] In one embodiment, in step (4), the user can slide the palms of both hands over their entire face several times, with the cosmetic composition remaining on the palms of both hands after step (3). In other words, the sliding in step (4) of the beauty method according to the present invention may be repeated.

[0075] There are no restrictions on how you slide your palms across your entire face. There is no limit to the number of times you can slide them, but several times, for example, five or six times, may be sufficient.

[0076] Part (4) of Figure 1 shows an example of the process of sliding both palms over the entire face. In Part (4) of Figure 1, both palms are slid over both cheeks of the face. In Part (4) of Figure 1, the process of sliding both palms over both cheeks of the face may be repeated several times.

[0077] In the example shown in part (4) of Figure 1, the user begins by sliding the palms of both hands over both cheeks of the face, and may move the sliding area from the cheeks to, for example, the forehead, chin, or nose. It is preferable to slide in such a way that the sliding motion covers or envelops the entire face. For this reason, it is preferable to move the sliding area from, for example, the cheeks to the forehead, chin, or nose.

[0078] It is preferable not to use fingers for step (4) of the beauty method according to the present invention. In other words, it is preferable that the sliding in step (4) of the beauty method according to the present invention is performed using only the palms of both hands. Therefore, it is preferable that the sliding in step (4) of the beauty method according to the present invention is not performed using fingers.

[0079] Furthermore, when sliding the palms of both hands over the entire face, it is preferable to apply minimal pressure in step (4) of the beauty method according to the present invention.

[0080] Furthermore, the pressure applied to the face by step (4) of the beauty method according to the present invention is preferably less than 0.60 N, preferably less than 0.56 N, and more preferably less than 0.52 N. The pressure applied when lightly tapping can be measured, for example, by a HAPTIC Force Plate (TF-2020, Tech Gihan Co., Ltd.).

[0081] As a result of step (4) of the beauty method according to the present invention, the cosmetic composition remaining on the palms of both hands after step (3) can be applied to the surface of the face. Some of the cosmetic composition may still remain on the palms of both hands.

[0082] Furthermore, as a result of step (4) of the beauty method according to the present invention, the cosmetic composition can be applied uniformly or evenly to the face.

[0083] Furthermore, as a result of step (4) of the beauty method according to the present invention, by using the palms of both hands, the cosmetic composition can be applied with less friction or reduced pressure compared to when using fingers.

[0084] Since some of the cosmetic composition has already been applied to the face in step (3), it is not necessary to spread a relatively large amount of the cosmetic composition onto the face in step (4) of the beauty method according to the present invention. In addition, some of the cosmetic composition applied to the face by lightly patting in step (3) can function as a smoothing agent, making it easier to glide in step (4). These also contribute to reducing the pressure applied to the face while applying the cosmetic composition in step (4) of the beauty method according to the present invention.

[0085] (Additional steps) The beauty method according to the present invention may further include at least one additional step.

[0086] (Step 5) The beauty method according to the present invention may further include the step (5) of pressing the face with at least the palms of both hands.

[0087] In step (5) of the beauty method according to the present invention, the face is pressed with the palms of both hands over at least the entire face. It is also possible to press the face with one or more fingers.

[0088] Step (5) can be performed after step (4).

[0089] In one embodiment, the user may press the face several times with at least both palms, and the cosmetic composition may still remain on both palms after step (5). In other words, the pressing in step (5) may be repeated.

[0090] There are no limitations on the method of pressing the face with the palms of both hands. There is no limit to the number of times you can press, but several times, for example, eight or nine times, may be sufficient.

[0091] Part (5) of Figure 1 shows an example of the process of applying pressure to the face with the hands, using not only the palms but also the fingers. In Part (5) of Figure 1, the user's forehead and one of their cheeks are pressed with the entire hand. In Part (5) of Figure 1, the process of applying pressure to the forehead and one of the cheeks may be repeated several times.

[0092] In the example shown in part (5) of Figure 1, the user begins by pressing on the forehead and both cheeks of the face, and may move the area of ​​pressure from the forehead and both cheeks to, for example, the chin or nose. It is preferable to perform the pressing motion so that it covers or envelops the entire face. Therefore, it is preferable to move the area of ​​pressure from, for example, the forehead and both cheeks to the chin or nose.

[0093] Furthermore, in step (5) of the beauty method according to the present invention, it is preferable to apply minimal pressure when pressing the face with at least the palms of both hands.

[0094] As a result of step (5), the absorption of the components in the cosmetic composition by the facial skin may be enhanced. Furthermore, the uniform distribution of the cosmetic composition on the facial skin may also be enhanced. In addition, the cosmetic film of the cosmetic composition may adhere well to the face.

[0095] (Step 6) The beauty method according to the present invention may further include the step (6) of applying the cosmetic composition from the palms of both hands to the body other than the face.

[0096] Step (6) is not shown in Figure 1.

[0097] In step (6) of the beauty method according to the present invention, the cosmetic composition still remaining on the palms of both hands is applied to the body other than the face. It is also possible to use one or more fingers to apply the cosmetic composition to the body other than the face.

[0098] Step (6) can be performed after step (5).

[0099] In one embodiment, the user can apply the cosmetic composition that remains on the palms of both hands to, for example, the backs of their hands, elbows, etc.

[0100] There are no limitations on the method of carrying out step (6).

[0101] As a result of step (6), the cosmetic composition still remaining on the palms of both hands can be effectively used for cosmetic treatments of skin that may require the cosmetic composition.

[0102] [Traditional beauty methods] For the purpose of comparing the beauty method according to the present invention with conventional beauty methods, conventional beauty methods are briefly described below.

[0103] Figure 2 shows an example of a conventional beauty method for applying a cosmetic composition to the face.

[0104] In part (1) of Figure 2, the cosmetic composition is dispensed onto the back of the hand by being discharged from a container of the cosmetic composition, such as a tube equipped with a nozzle, through the nozzle shown in Figure 2.

[0105] In part (2) of Figure 2, the cosmetic composition is applied to five points on the face using at least one finger: the center of the forehead, both cheeks, the center of the nose, and the center of the chin.

[0106] In part (3) of Figure 2, the five dots of cosmetic composition are spread from the center of the face outwards using the hands. The palms and fingers may also be used.

[0107] In part (4) of Figure 2, the cosmetic composition may be applied to three-dimensional shapes on the face, such as the nostrils and eyelids, using the fingertips.

[0108] In part (5) of Figure 2, the pressure is applied using at least the palms of both hands.

[0109] The conventional beauty method shown in Figure 2 can cause greater friction because it involves using fingers in parts (3) and / or (4).

[0110] Fingers, especially fingertips, have a considerably smaller surface area than the palms of both hands. Therefore, in parts (3) and / or (4) of Figure 2, when a cosmetic composition is applied to the face using fingers, especially fingertips, the pressure applied to the face (per unit area) may increase compared to when the palms of both hands are used. In addition, fingers, especially fingertips, have a more uneven surface compared to the palms of both hands. Consequently, friction on the face may increase, which can result in an unpleasant feeling during use.

[0111] On the other hand, the beauty method according to the present invention uses the palms of both hands. The palms of both hands have a larger surface area than the fingers. Therefore, the beauty method according to the present invention can reduce the pressure (per unit area) applied to the face by using the palms of both hands compared to using the fingers. Therefore, friction on the face can be reduced, which can result in a more comfortable feeling.

[0112] (Cosmetic composition) The cosmetic composition used in the beauty method according to the present invention is not limited.

[0113] Preferably, the cosmetic composition is a cosmetic composition for the skin, more preferably a cosmetic composition for skin care, and even more preferably a cosmetic composition for facial skin care.

[0114] The cosmetic composition used for the beauty method according to the present invention is at least, (a) at least one fatty substance, and (b) at least one hydrophilic solvent It may include.

[0115] The cosmetic composition used for the beauty method according to the present invention may further contain (c) at least one surfactant.

[0116] The cosmetic composition used in the beauty method according to the present invention includes (d) at least one active ingredient for sensitive skin It is preferable to include it.

[0117] The cosmetic composition used for the beauty method according to the present invention comprises (d) at least one active ingredient for sensitive skin If it contains, the cosmetic composition can preferably be used for facial cosmetic treatments, especially for sensitive skin.

[0118] Hereafter, the cosmetic compositions used for the beauty method according to the present invention will be described in more detail.

[0119] (fatty substance) The cosmetic composition used for the beauty method according to the present invention may (a) contain at least one fatty substance. Two or more fatty substances may be used in combination. Therefore, a single type of fatty substance or a combination of different types of fatty substances can be used.

[0120] The composition according to the present invention comprises (a) at least one fatty substance. Two or more different types of (a) fatty substances may be used in combination. Therefore, a single type of (a) fatty substance or a combination of different types of (a) fatty substances can be used.

[0121] The term "lipid substance" refers to organic compounds that are insoluble in water at room temperature (25°C) and atmospheric pressure (760 mmHg) (solubility of less than 5%, preferably 1%, and more preferably 0.1%).

[0122] The fatty substance may be in liquid or solid form. In this specification, "liquid" and "solid" refer to the fatty substance at atmospheric pressure (760 mmHg or 10°C). 5 This means that at atmospheric pressure and room temperature (25°C), the substance is in the form of a liquid or paste (non-solid), or in the form of a solid, respectively. It is preferable that the fatty substance contains at least one fatty substance that is in the form of a paste or solid, preferably in the form of a solid, at atmospheric pressure and room temperature.

[0123] The fatty substance can be selected from the group consisting of animal or plant-derived oils, mineral oils, synthetic glycerides, esters of aliphatic alcohols and / or fatty acids other than animal or vegetable oils and synthetic glycerides, aliphatic alcohols, fatty acids, silicone oils, and aliphatic hydrocarbons. These fatty substances may be volatile or nonvolatile. Preferably, the fatty substance is selected from the group consisting of animal or plant-derived oils, synthetic glycerides, fatty esters other than animal or vegetable oils and synthetic glycerides, aliphatic alcohols, fatty acids, silicone oils, and aliphatic hydrocarbons. More preferably, (a) the fatty substance is selected from aliphatic alcohols, aliphatic hydrocarbons, preferably mineral oils, and mixtures thereof.

[0124] Examples of aliphatic hydrocarbons include, for example, linear or branched hydrocarbons such as mineral oil (e.g., liquid paraffin), paraffin, petrolatum or petrolatum, naphthalene, etc.; hydrogenated polyisobutene, isoeicosane, polydecene, hydrogenated polyisobutene, for example Parleam, and decene / butene copolymers, as well as mixtures thereof.

[0125] Other examples of aliphatic hydrocarbons include linear, branched, or sometimes cyclic C6-C6 hydrocarbons. 16 These are lower alkanes. Examples include hexane, undecane, dodecane, tridecane, and isoparaffins, such as isohexadecane, isodecane, and C 13 ~C 14 There is isoparaffin.

[0126] Examples of synthetic glycerides include, for example, caprylic / capric triglyceride, sold by Stearineries Dubois or by Dynamit Nobel under the names Miglyol® 810, 812, and 818; and trihydroxystearin, sold by Elementis PLC under the name Thixcin R PC.

[0127] Examples of silicone oils include linear organopolysiloxanes such as dimethylpolysiloxane, methylphenylpolysiloxane, and methylhydrogenpolysiloxane; cyclic organopolysiloxanes such as octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane, decamethylcyclopentasiloxane, and dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane; and mixtures thereof.

[0128] Examples of vegetable oils include, for example, linseed oil, camellia oil, macadamia nut oil, sunflower oil, apricot oil, soybean oil, arara oil, hazelnut oil, corn oil, mink oil, olive oil, avocado oil, sasanqua oil, castor oil, safflower oil, jojoba oil, almond oil, grape seed oil, sesame oil, peanut oil, and mixtures thereof. Examples of animal oils include, for example, squalene, perhydrosqualene, and squalane.

[0129] Butter extracted from plants may be used as vegetable oil. Examples of butters extracted from plants include shea butter, Nilotica shea butter (Butyrospermum parkii), garam butter (Butyrospermum parkii), Borneo butter or fat or tenkawan tallow (Shorea stenoptera), Shorea butter, Ilippe butter, Madhuca butter or Bassia madhuca longifolia butter, moula butter (Madhuca latifolia), kachu butter (Madhuca mottleyana), furuwara butter (M. butyracea), mango butter (Mangifera indica), murumuru butter (Astrocaryum murumuru), kokum butter (Garcinia indica), Ukuba butter (Virola sebifera), tucuma butter, pineapple butter (Pentadesma butyracea), coffee butter (Coffea arabica), and apricot butter (Prunus Examples include avocado butter (Persea gratissima), macadamia butter (Macadamia ternifolia), grape seed butter (Vitis vinifera), avocado butter (Persea gratissima), olive butter (Olea europaea), sweet almond butter (Prunus amygdalus dulcis), cocoa butter (Theobroma cacao), and sunflower butter.

[0130] Examples of esters of fatty acids and / or aliphatic alcohols, which are advantageously different from the above-described animal or vegetable oils and synthetic glycerides, include saturated or unsaturated, linear or branched C1-C 26 esters of aliphatic monoacids or polyacids with saturated or unsaturated, linear or branched C1-C 26 aliphatic monohydric alcohols or polyhydric alcohols, and the total carbon number of the esters is 10 or more.

[0131] Among the monoesters, dihydroabietyl behenate; octyldodecyl behenate; isocetyl behenate; cetyl lactate; C 12 -C 15 alkyl lactate; isostearyl lactate; lauryl lactate; linoleyl lactate; oleyl lactate; (iso)stearyl octanoate; isocetyl octanoate; octyl octanoate; cetyl octanoate; decyl oleate; isocetyl isostearate; isocetyl laurate; isocetyl stearate; isodecyl octanoate; isodecyl oleate; isononyl isononanoate; isostearyl palmitate; methylacetyl ricinoleate; myristyl stearate; octyl isononanoate; 2-ethylhexyl isononanoate; octyl palmitate; octyl pelargonate; octyl stearate; octyldodecyl erucate; oleyl erucate; ethyl palmitate and isopropyl palmitate, 2-ethylhexyl palmitate, 2-octyldodecyl palmitate, alkyl myristate, such as isopropyl myristate, butyl, cetyl, 2-octyldodecyl, myristyl or stearyl, etc., hexyl stearate, butyl stearate, isobutyl stearate; dioctyl malate, hexyl laurate, and 2-hexyldodecyl laurate can be mentioned.

[0132] The composition also contains, as a fatty ester, C6-C 30 , preferably C 12 -C 22The formula may include sugar esters and diesters of fatty acids. The term "sugar" means an oxygen-containing hydrocarbon compound containing several alcoholic functional groups, with or without aldehyde or ketone functional groups, and containing at least four carbon atoms. These sugars may be monosaccharides, oligosaccharides, or polysaccharides.

[0133] Suitable examples of sugars that can be listed include sucrose (or saccharose), glucose, galactose, ribose, fructose, maltose, mannose, arabinose, xylose, and lactose, as well as their derivatives, in particular alkyl derivatives such as methyl derivatives, with methyl glucose being an example.

[0134] Fatty acid sugar esters consist of the sugars mentioned earlier and linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated C6-C6 fatty acids. 30 Preferably C 12 ~C 22 A selection can be made from the group including esters or ester mixtures with fatty acids. When unsaturated, these compounds may contain one to three conjugated or unconjugated carbon-carbon double bonds.

[0135] These esters can be selected from, for example, oleic acid esters, lauric acid esters, palmitic acid esters, myristic acid esters, behenic acid esters, coconut fatty acid esters, stearic acid esters, linoleic acid esters, linolenic acid esters, capric acid esters and arachidonic acid esters, or mixtures thereof, for example, particularly mixed esters of oleo-palmitic acid, oleo-stearic acid and palmito-stearic acid.

[0136] (a) The fatty substance may be selected from aliphatic alcohols, and two or more aliphatic alcohols may be used.

[0137] The term "aliphatic alcohol" as used herein means any, saturated or unsaturated, linear or branched C8-C8 alcohol. 30This refers to aliphatic alcohols, which are optionally substituted with one or more (especially 1 to 4) hydroxyl groups. When unsaturated, these compounds may contain 1 to 3 conjugated or unconjugated carbon-carbon double bonds.

[0138] C8~C 30 Among aliphatic alcohols, for example, C 12 ~C 22 Aliphatic alcohols are used. These include lauryl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol, isostearyl alcohol, oleyl alcohol, behenyl alcohol, linoleyl alcohol, undecylenyl alcohol, palmitrail alcohol, linolenyl alcohol, myristyl alcohol, arachidonyl alcohol, and erucyl alcohol, as well as mixtures thereof. In one embodiment, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol, or mixtures thereof (e.g., cetearyl alcohol), and myristyl alcohol can be used as solid fatty substances. In another embodiment, isostearyl alcohol can be used as a liquid fatty substance.

[0139] (a) The fatty substance can be selected from waxes. In this specification, “wax” means a fatty substance that is substantially solid at room temperature (25°C) under atmospheric pressure (760 mmHg) and generally has a melting point of 35°C or higher. Waxes commonly used in cosmetics can be used as waxy fatty substances, either alone or in combination.

[0140] The amount of (a) fatty substance in the cosmetic composition may be 0.1% by mass or more, preferably 1% by mass or more, and more preferably 10% by mass or more, based on the total mass of the composition.

[0141] The amount of (a) fatty substance in the cosmetic composition may be 50% by mass or less, preferably 40% by mass or less, and more preferably 3% by mass or less, based on the total mass of the composition.

[0142] The amount of (a) fatty substance in the cosmetic composition may be in the range of 0.1% to 50% by mass, preferably 1% to 40% by mass, and more preferably 10% to 30% by mass, based on the total mass of the composition.

[0143] (hydrophilic solvent) The cosmetic composition used for the beauty method according to the present invention may (b) contain at least one hydrophilic solvent. Two or more hydrophilic solvents may be used in combination. Therefore, a single type of hydrophilic solvent or a combination of different types of hydrophilic solvents can be used.

[0144] (b) The hydrophilic solvent can be selected from water, monohydric alcohols, polyhydric alcohols, and mixtures thereof.

[0145] In this specification, the term "monohydric alcohol" refers to an alcohol having one hydroxyl group. Examples of monohydric alcohols include ethyl alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, benzyl alcohol, and phenylethyl alcohol.

[0146] In this specification, the terms "polyhydric alcohol" or "polyol" mean an alcohol having two or more hydroxyl groups and do not include sugars or their derivatives. Derivatives of sugars include sugar alcohols obtained by reducing one or more carbonyl groups of a sugar, and sugars or sugar alcohols in which one or more hydrogen atoms in one or more hydroxyl groups are replaced by at least one substituent, such as an alkyl group, a hydroxyalkyl group, an alkoxy group, an acyl group, or a carbonyl group.

[0147] The monohydric or polyhydric alcohols used in this invention are at atmospheric pressure (760 mmHg or 10°C). 5 It is a liquid at room temperature (e.g., 25°C) under Pa (Pa).

[0148] Polyols contain at least two hydroxyl groups, preferably two to five hydroxyl groups, C2-C 24A polyol, preferably a C2-C9 polyol, may also be used.

[0149] The polyol may be natural or synthetic. The polyol may have a linear, branched, or cyclic molecular structure.

[0150] Polyols can be selected from glycerin, glycols, and mixtures thereof. Polyols include glycerin, diglycerin, polyglycerin, ethylene glycol, diethylene glycol, propylene glycol, dipropylene glycol, butylene glycol, pentylene glycol, hexylene glycol, caprylyl glycol, and C6-C6. 24 The following can be selected: polyethylene glycol, 1,3-propanediol, 1,4-butanediol, 1,5-pentanediol, and mixtures thereof.

[0151] It is preferable that the polyol is selected from the group consisting of glycerin, ethylene glycol, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, dipropylene glycol, butylene glycol, pentylene glycol, hexylene glycol, and mixtures thereof.

[0152] The amount of (b) hydrophilic solvent in the cosmetic composition may be 20% by mass or more, preferably 30% by mass or more, and more preferably 40% by mass or more, based on the total mass of the composition.

[0153] The amount of (b) hydrophilic solvent in the cosmetic composition may be 90% by mass or less, preferably 80% by mass or less, and more preferably 70% by mass or less, based on the total mass of the composition.

[0154] The amount of (b) hydrophilic solvent in the cosmetic composition may be in the range of 20% to 90% by mass, preferably 30% to 80% by mass, and more preferably 40% to 70% by mass, based on the total mass of the composition.

[0155] (Surfactants) The cosmetic composition used for the beauty method according to the present invention may contain (c) at least one surfactant. Two or more surfactants may be used in combination. Therefore, a single type of surfactant or a combination of different types of surfactants can be used.

[0156] The (c) surfactant used in the present invention can be selected from the group consisting of anionic surfactants, amphoteric surfactants, cationic surfactants, and nonionic surfactants.

[0157] The amount of (c) surfactant in the cosmetic composition may be 1% by mass or more, preferably 3% by mass or more, and more preferably 5% by mass or more, based on the total mass of the composition.

[0158] The amount of (c) surfactant in the cosmetic composition may be 20% by mass or less, preferably 15% by mass or less, and more preferably 10% by mass or less, based on the total mass of the composition.

[0159] The amount of (c) surfactant in the cosmetic composition may be in the range of 1% to 20% by mass, preferably 3% to 15% by mass, and more preferably 5% to 10% by mass, based on the total mass of the composition.

[0160] (active ingredient) The cosmetic composition used for the beauty method according to the present invention may contain (d) at least one active ingredient for sensitive skin. Two or more such active ingredients may be used in combination. Therefore, a single type of such active ingredient or a combination of different types of such active ingredients can be used.

[0161] (d) Active ingredients for sensitive skin may be selected from, but are not limited to, substance P antagonists, CGRP antagonists, and mixtures thereof.

[0162] In one embodiment, (d) the active ingredient for sensitive skin may be (e1) an extract of at least one non-photosynthetic filamentous bacteria.

[0163] The expression "non-photosynthetic filamentous bacterial extract" is understood to be sufficiently equivalent to the supernatant from bacterial culture, the biomass obtained after bacterial culture, or the biomass-derived extract obtained by treating this biomass.

[0164] Bacterial extracts may be prepared from non-photosynthetic filamentous bacteria as defined in the classification of Bergey's Manual of Systematic Bacteriology (Vol. 3, Sections 22 and 23, Part 9, 1989), including bacteria belonging to the order Beggiatoales, more specifically to the genera Beggiatoa, Vitreoscilla, Flexithrix, or Leucothrix.

[0165] The bacteria defined here, some of which have already been described, generally inhabit aquatic habitats and can be found particularly in seawater or hot springs. For example, the following bacteria may be used: Vitreoscilla filiformis (ATCC 15551), Vitreoscilla beggiatoides (ATCC 43181), Beggiatoa alba (ATCC 33555), Flexithrix dorotheae (ATCC 23163), Leucothrix mucor (ATCC 25107), and Sphaerotilus natans (ATCC 13338).

[0166] According to the present invention, the Vitreosilla filiformis strain may be preferred.

[0167] To prepare the extract, bacteria can be cultured according to methods known to those skilled in the art, and then separated from the biomass obtained, for example, by filtration, centrifugation, coagulation and / or freeze-drying. In particular, it is possible to prepare a usable extract according to the process described in WO 94 / 02158.

[0168] Therefore, after culturing, the bacteria are concentrated by centrifugation. The resulting biomass is autoclaved. This biomass can be freeze-dried to form what is known as a freeze-dried extract. This extract can be prepared using any freeze-drying method known to those skilled in the art. Alternatively, the supernatant fraction derived from this biomass can be filtered in a sterile container to remove suspended particles. The extract thus obtained is otherwise known as the aqueous extract.

[0169] In another embodiment, (d) the active ingredient for sensitive skin may be (e2) probiotic microorganisms and / or fractions thereof and / or metabolites thereof.

[0170] For the purposes of this invention, the term "probiotic microorganism" is intended to mean a living microorganism that, when consumed in appropriate amounts, has a positive effect on the health of the host ("joint FAO / WHO Expert Consultation on Evaluation of Health and Nutritional Properties of Probiotic in Food Including Powder Milk with Live Lactic Acid Bacteria," October 6, 2001) and is particularly capable of improving the balance of intestinal microorganisms.

[0171] For the purposes of this invention, the term "fraction" more specifically refers to a fragment of the microorganism that is effective in treating dry skin, as well as the whole microorganism.

[0172] For the purposes of this invention, the term "metabolite" refers to any substance derived from the metabolites of microorganisms studied in accordance with this invention that is also effective in treating sensitive skin.

[0173] Microorganisms suitable for the present invention include, in particular, ascomycetes, such as the genera Saccharomyces, Yarrowia, Kluyveromyces, Torulaspora, and Schizosaccharomyces pombe. pombe), genera Debaromyces, Candida, Pichia, Aspergillus and Penicillium; Bifidobacterium, Bacteroides, Fusobacterium, Melissococcus, Propionibacterium, Enterococcus, Lactococcus ( Bacteria belonging to the genera Lactococcus, Staphylococcus, Peptostrepococcus, Bacillus, Pediococcus, Micrococcus, Leuconostoc, Weissella, Aerococcus, Oenococcus, and Lactobacillus; and mixtures thereof can be selected.

[0174] Ascomycetes most specifically suited to the present invention include Saccharomyces cereviseae, Torraspora, Schizosaccharomyces pombe, Candida, and Pichia, as well as Yarrowia lipolitica and Kluyveromyces lactis.

[0175] Regarding probiotic microorganisms, the following bacterial genera and strains are commonly used. Lactic acid bacteria include the following: - Lactobacillus species: acidophilus (LCl, NCFB 1748); amylovorus, casei (Shirota), rhamnosus (strain GG), brevis, crispatus, delbrueckii (subspecies bulgaricus, lactis), fermentum, helveticus, gallinarum, gasseri, johnsonii, paracasei, plantarum, reuteri, rhamnosus, salivarius. - Cocci: Enterococcus genus (faecalis, faecium, Lactococcus lactis (subspecies lactis or cremoris), Leuconostoc mesenteroides subsp. dextranlcum, Pediococcus acidilactici, Sporolactobacillus inulinus, Streptococcus salvarius subsp. thermophilus). - Species of the genus Bifidobacterium, such as Bifidobacterium adolescentis, animalis, bifidum, breve, lactis, longum, and infantis. - Saccharomyces cerevisiae strain, and - Bacteria, for example, Bacillus species (Bacillus cereus variety toyo or subtilis), Bacillus coagulans, Bacillus licheniformis, Escherichia coli strain nissle, and Propionibacterium freudenreichii.

[0176] Specific examples of probiotic microorganisms include Bifidobacterium bifidum, Bifidobacterium infantis, Bifidobacterium longum, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus alimentarius, Lactobacillus casei subsp. Casei, Lactobacillus casei Shirota, Lactobacillus paracasei, Lactobacillus curvatus, and Lactobacillus delbruckii subsp. lactis. This includes Lactobacillus subsp. Lactis, Lactobacillus gasseri, Lactobacillus johnsonii, Lactobacillus reuteri, Lactobacillus rhamnosus (Lactobacillus GG), Lactobacillus sake, Lactococcus lactis, Streptococcus thermophilus, Staphylococcus carnosus, and Staphylococcus xylosus, as well as mixtures thereof.

[0177] Microorganisms can be formulated in powder form, i.e., dry form, or in the form of suspension or solution.

[0178] If necessary, these microorganisms may be formulated in a encapsulated form to significantly improve their survival time within the composition used for the cosmetic method according to the present invention. In such cases, the presence of the capsule can delay or prevent the degradation of the microorganisms, particularly in the gastrointestinal tract.

[0179] More specifically, the microorganisms are probiotic microorganisms derived from groups of lactic acid bacteria, particularly Lactobacillus and / or Bifidobacterium. Examples of these lactic acid bacteria include, more specifically, Lactobacillus johnsonii, Lactobacillus reuteri, Lactobacillus rhamnosus, Lactobacillus paracasei, Lactobacillus easel, or Bifidobacterium bifidum, Bifidobacterium breve, Bifidobacterium longum, Bifidobacterium animalis, Bifidobacterium lactis, Bifidobacterium infantis, Bifidobacterium adolescentis, or Bifidobacterium pseudocatenulatum, and mixtures thereof.

[0180] The most specifically suitable species are Lactobacillus johnsonii, Lactobacillus paracasei, Bifidobacterium adolescentis, Bifidobacterium longum, and Bifidobacterium lactis NCC 2818 [(Bb 12) (ATCC27536)], which were precipitated by the Pasteur Institute (28 rue du Docteur Roux, F-75024 Paris cedex 15) in accordance with the Budapest Convention under the following designations on 30 / 06 / 92, 12 / 01 / 99, 15 / 04 / 99, and 07 / 06 / 2005: CNCM 1-1225, CNCM 1-2116, CNCM 1-2168, CNCM 1-2170 and CNCM 1-3446, and the genus Bifidobacterium longum (BB536). The Bifidobacterium lactis (CNCM 1-3446) strain is available from Hansen (Chr. Hansen A / S, 10-12 Boege AlIe, PO Box 407, DK-2970 Hoersholm, Denmark).

[0181] In another embodiment, (d) the active ingredient for sensitive skin may be (e3) at least one sugar or sugar derivative.

[0182] Examples of sugars include sucrose, glucose, galactose, ribose, fucose, trehalose, maltose, fructose, mannose, arabinose, xylose, lactose, derivatives thereof, in particular alkylated derivatives thereof, such as methylated derivatives, such as methyl glucose, as well as compounds containing one or more sugars, and mixtures thereof.

[0183] Preferred compounds containing one or more sugars or mixtures of sugars include natural compounds such as honey, and polymers, such as a polymer containing fucose, galactose, and galacturonic acid, sold by Solavia under the name "Fucogel 1000" (CTFA name, Biosaccharide gum-1).

[0184] Preferred sugar derivatives that can be used for the present invention include optionally oxyalkylene (oxyethylene and / or oxypropylene) or polyglycerolated glycosphatidyl esters and glycosphatidyl ethers. These compounds can be used particularly as emulsifying surfactants. Mixtures of these derivatives are also possible.

[0185] Preferred esters of fatty acids and sugars include linear or branched saturated or unsaturated C 12 ~C 22 Examples include esters or ester mixtures of fatty acids with sucrose, maltose, glucose, fructose, mannose, galactose, arabinose, xylose, lactose, trehalose, or methylglucose. These esters are preferably selected from mono, di, tri, and tetraesters, polyesters, and mixtures thereof. 12 ~C 22 Fatty acids are C 12 , C 13 , C 14 , C 15 , C 16 , C 17 , C 18 , C 19 , C 20 , C 21 and C 22 These esters are preferably selected from stearic acid esters, behenic acid esters, coconut fatty acid esters, arachidonic acid esters, palmitic acid esters, myristic acid esters, lauric acid esters, capric acid esters, oleic acid esters, and mixtures thereof.

[0186] Sucrose esters are also preferably used. Preferred sucrose esters include coconut fatty acid sucrose, monooctanoate sucrose, monodecanoate sucrose, mono or dilaurate sucrose, monomyristate sucrose, mono or dipalmitate sucrose, mono and distearate sucrose, mono, di or trioleate sucrose, mono or dilinoleate sucrose, sucrose polyesters such as pentaoleic acid, hexaoleic acid, heptaoleic acid or octooleate sucrose, and mixed esters such as palmitic acid / sucrose stearate. Mixtures are possible.

[0187] The amount of (d) active ingredient for sensitive skin in the cosmetic composition may be 0.001% by mass or more, preferably 0.005% by mass or more, and more preferably 0.01% by mass or more, based on the total mass of the composition.

[0188] The amount of (d) active ingredient for sensitive skin in the cosmetic composition may be 10% by mass or less, preferably 5% by mass or less, and more preferably 1% by mass or less, based on the total mass of the composition.

[0189] The amount of (d) the active ingredient for sensitive skin in the cosmetic composition may be in the range of 0.001% to 10% by mass, preferably 0.005% to 5% by mass, and more preferably 0.01% to 1% by mass, relative to the total mass of the composition.

[0190] (Other ingredients) The cosmetic composition used for the beauty method according to the present invention may also contain at least one optional or additional component.

[0191] Optional or additional components may be selected from the group consisting of cationic, anionic, nonionic or amphoteric polymers; thickeners; (a) plant extracts other than fatty substances; acidifying agents; basicizing agents; colorants, e.g., pigments and dyes; vitamins or provitamins, e.g., panthenol; fragrances; preservatives, co-preservatives, stabilizers; anti-inflammatory agents, e.g., bisabolol; and mixtures thereof.

[0192] The amount of optional or additional components is not limited, but may be 0.01% to 30% by mass, preferably 0.1% to 20% by mass, and more preferably 1% to 10% by mass, relative to the total mass of the composition according to the present invention.

[0193] (preparation) Cosmetic compositions used for the beauty method according to the present invention can be prepared, for example, by mixing the components described above with any other optional or additional components described above, if necessary.

[0194] The methods and means for mixing the above components are not limited. Cosmetic compositions can be prepared by mixing the above components using any conventional method and means.

[0195] (form) The cosmetic composition used for the beauty method according to the present invention may be in various forms. For example, the cosmetic composition used for the beauty method according to the present invention may be in the form of a solution, emulsion, dispersion, or the like.

[0196] The cosmetic composition used for the beauty method according to the present invention may be of the O / W type (oil-in-water type) or W / O type (water-in-oil type), preferably of the O / W type.

[0197] The cosmetic composition used in the beauty method according to the present invention may be in the form of a paste, cream, or balm. It is preferable that the cosmetic composition used in the beauty method according to the present invention be in the form of a cream. [Examples]

[0198] The present invention will be described in more detail by reference to examples, but this should not be construed as limiting the scope of the invention.

[0199] Example 1 and Comparative Example 1 (Example 1) 105 participants (Japanese women aged 20-49) followed the beauty treatment method described in Example 1 for 14 days.

[0200] A tube equipped with a nozzle containing a skin cosmetic (La Roche-Posay Cicaplast baume B5) was pressed to dispense the skin cosmetic from the nozzle onto the skin of each panelist's palm (see Part (1) in Figure 1). The amount of skin cosmetic dispensed was approximately 0.3 g.

[0201] Next, the palm of the hand with the skin cosmetic applied was gently pressed with the palm of the other hand, and then the palms of both hands were brought into contact with each other and rotated in opposite directions to spread the skin cosmetic over the surface of both palms (see Part (2) of Figure 1).

[0202] Next, the skin of each panelist's face was gently tapped with the palms of both hands, without using fingers. The tapping was repeated while covering or wrapping the face (see Part (3) in Figure 1).

[0203] Next, I placed the palms of both hands on the center of my face and slid them from the center of my face outwards to spread the skin cosmetic over my face. I did not use my fingers to spread the skin cosmetic over my face (see Part (4) in Figure 1).

[0204] Finally, the face was pressed with the palms and / or fingers of both hands to ensure that the skin cosmetic film adhered well to the skin of the face and / or to confirm the uniformity of the facial appearance (see Part (5) of Figure 1).

[0205] (Comparative Example 1) 107 participants (Japanese women aged 20-49) underwent the beauty treatment method described in Comparative Example 1 for 14 days.

[0206] A tube equipped with a nozzle containing a skin cosmetic (La Roche-Posay Cicaplast baume B5) was pressed to dispense the skin cosmetic from the nozzle onto the back of each panelist's hand (see Part (1) in Figure 2). The amount of skin cosmetic dispensed was approximately 0.3 g.

[0207] Next, the panelists divided the skin cosmetic into portions using their fingertips and applied it to five locations on each panelist's face: the center of their forehead, both cheeks, the center of their nose, and the center of their chin (see Part (2) of Figure 2).

[0208] Next, using my fingers, I spread the skin cosmetic from the five locations across my entire face, from the center to the edges (see Part (3) in Figure 2). For the three-dimensional shapes on my face, such as the nostrils and eyelids, I spread the skin cosmetic using my fingertips (see Part (4) in Figure 2).

[0209] Finally, the face was pressed with the palms and / or fingers of both hands to ensure that the skin cosmetic film adhered well to the skin and / or to confirm the uniformity of the facial appearance (see Part (5) in Figure 2).

[0210] [evaluation] (Participant preference evaluation) Participants who performed the beauty methods according to Example 1 and Comparative Example 1 evaluated the user experience provided by the skin cosmetic (e.g., whether the application process was gentle on the skin) and scored it on a scale of 1 (disagree) to 5 (agree). The evaluation results were statistically analyzed to identify any significant differences.

[0211] It was found that the beauty method according to Example 1 resulted in a statistically significantly better user experience than the beauty method according to Comparative Example 1.

[0212] (Pressure assessment) The pressure applied to the skin when applying skin cosmetics in the beauty methods of Example 1 and Comparative Example 1 was simulated and measured.

[0213] <Imitation of Example 1> The forearms of volunteers were placed on a HAPTIC Force Plate (TF-2020, Tech Gihan Co., Ltd.) to serve as pressure sensors.

[0214] A tube containing a skin cosmetic (La Roche-Posay Cicaplast baume B5) was squeezed using a nozzle to dispense the cosmetic from the tube into a bottle via the nozzle. The dispensed cosmetic was then pipetted onto the skin of a professional (skilled esthetician) palm. The amount of cosmetic dispensed was 0.3 g.

[0215] Next, the palm of the hand that had the skin cosmetic applied was gently pressed with the palm of the other hand, and then the palms of both hands were brought into contact with each other and rotated in opposite directions to spread the skin cosmetic over the surface of both palms.

[0216] The expert lightly tapped one of the volunteer's forearms with the palm of their dominant hand, without using their fingers. This light tapping was repeated five times along the direction from the volunteer's elbow to their wrist.

[0217] Next, the expert placed the palm of their dominant hand on the volunteer's forearm near the elbow and slid it along the forearm from the elbow towards the wrist to spread the skin cosmetic onto the forearm. Fingers were not used to spread the skin cosmetic onto the forearm.

[0218] The speed at which the palm was slid was controlled to 53.5 cm / second using a metronome. The pressure applied to the forearm during spreading was measured using a HAPTIC Force Plate. In total, data from 40 spreading sessions were collected on the volunteer's forearm, and the results were averaged.

[0219] The average pressure was 0.51 N.

[0220] <Imitation of Comparative Example 1> The forearms of volunteers were placed on a HAPTIC Force Plate (TF-2020, Tech Gihan Co., Ltd.) to serve as pressure sensors.

[0221] A tube containing a skin cosmetic (La Roche-Posay Cicaplast baume B5) was squeezed using a nozzle to dispense the cosmetic from the tube into a bottle via the nozzle. The dispensed cosmetic was then pipetted onto the skin of a professional (skilled esthetician) palm. The amount of cosmetic dispensed was 0.15 g.

[0222] Next, the skin cosmetic was divided and applied to two spots (0.15g each) near the elbow of one of the volunteer's forearms.

[0223] Next, the expert placed the palm and fingers of their dominant hand on the volunteer's forearm near the elbow and slid them along the forearm from the elbow towards the wrist to spread the skin cosmetic onto the forearm. The palm and fingers were used to spread the skin cosmetic onto the forearm.

[0224] The speed at which the palm and fingers slid was controlled to 53.5 cm / second using a metronome. The pressure applied during spreading was measured using a HAPTIC Force Plate. In total, data from 40 spreading sessions were collected on the volunteer's forearm, and the results were averaged.

[0225] The average pressure was 0.64 N.

[0226] <Result> The application pressure achieved by the cosmetic method according to Example 1 was 20% lower than that achieved by the cosmetic method according to Comparative Example 1.

[0227] It is clear that lower application pressure can reduce skin friction and improve spreadability and texture. Therefore, the cosmetic method according to Example 1 can reduce skin friction and improve spreadability and texture compared to the cosmetic method according to Comparative Example 1.

Claims

1. A beauty method involving applying a cosmetic composition to the face, (1) The step of preparing the cosmetic composition in the palm of one or both hands, (2) The step of spreading the cosmetic composition on the palms of both hands, (3) The step of gently tapping your face with the palms of both hands, (4) The process of sliding both palms over the entire face Beauty methods, including

2. The beauty method according to claim 1, wherein the amount of cosmetic composition prepared in step (1) is 0.3 g or more, preferably 0.4 g or more, and more preferably 0.5 g or more.

3. The beauty method according to claim 1 or 2, wherein step (2) is performed by bringing the palms of both hands into contact with each other with a circular motion.

4. A beauty method according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein fingers are not used for step (2).

5. The beauty method according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein step (3) is repeated.

6. A beauty method according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein fingers are not used for step (3).

7. The beauty method according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein in step (4), the palms of both hands are slid from the center to the edges of the face.

8. The beauty method according to any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein step (4) is repeated.

9. A beauty method according to any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein fingers are not used for step (4).

10. The beauty method according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the pressure applied to the face by step (4) is less than 0.60 N, preferably less than 0.56 N, and more preferably less than 0.52 N.

11. The beauty method according to any one of claims 1 to 10, further comprising step (5) pressing the face with at least the palms of both hands after step (4).

12. The beauty method according to claim 11, further comprising step (6) of applying the cosmetic composition from the palms of both hands to the body other than the face, after step (5).

13. The cosmetic method according to any one of claims 1 to 12, wherein the cosmetic composition is in the form of a cream.

14. A beauty method according to any one of claims 1 to 13, wherein the face includes sensitive skin.

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