Systems, devices, and methods for managing a user experience including physiological cycle progression and personalized skin care recommendations

Abstract

Systems, devices, and methods are described for generating at least one instance of a skin condition and at least one instance of a personalized skin care recommendation in response to receiving one or more inputs indicative of a predicted physiological cycle progression. The system includes a mitigation unit including a computational circuit configured to generate the personalized skin care recommendation in response to one or more inputs indicative of an onset of a change in the skin condition, and a skin condition display unit including a computational circuit configured to generate the one or more instances of the skin condition and the one or more instances of the personalized skin care recommendation.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] Cross - reference to Related Applications This application claims the benefit of U.S. Patent Application No. 63 / 139,835, filed on January 21, 2021, and French Patent Application No. 2103547, filed on April 7, 2021, the contents of which are hereby incorporated by reference in their entirety.

[0002] The present invention relates to systems, devices, and methods for managing a user experience including physiological cycle progression and personalized skin care recommendations.

Summary of the Invention

Means for Solving the Problems

[0003] In one aspect, the present disclosure is particularly directed to a system for managing a user experience including physiological cycle progression and personalized skin care recommendations. In one embodiment, the system includes a skin condition unit including a computing circuit configured to determine the manifestation of changes in skin condition in response to one or more inputs indicating physiological cycle progression. In one embodiment, the system includes a relaxation unit including a computing circuit configured to generate personalized skin care recommendations in response to one or more inputs indicating the manifestation of changes in skin condition. In one embodiment, the system includes a skin condition display unit including a computing circuit configured to generate one or more instances of skin condition and one or more instances of personalized skin care recommendations. In one embodiment, the system includes a graphic user interface unit including a computing circuit configured to generate a virtual input display including one or more instances of skin condition and one or more instances of personalized skin care recommendations. In one embodiment, the system includes a selectable skin condition indicator including a computing circuit configured to provide selectable instances of skin conditions on a display, and a selectable physiological cycle indicator including a computing circuit configured to provide selectable instances of physiological cycle phases or stages on the display.

[0004] In one aspect, the present disclosure is particularly directed to a system for monitoring the manifestation of skin conditions. In one embodiment, the system includes means for determining the manifestation of a change in skin state in response to one or more inputs indicative of the progression of a physiological cycle. In one embodiment, the system includes means for generating personalized skin care recommendations in response to one or more inputs indicative of the manifestation of a change in skin state. In one embodiment, the system includes means for generating one or more examples of skin states and one or more examples of personalized skin care recommendations. In one embodiment, the system includes means for generating a user-selectable input menu including one or more user-selectable physiological cycle phase options and one or more user-selectable current skin state options. In one embodiment, the system includes means for updating on a graphical user interface one or more examples of predicted skin states and personalized skin care recommendations in response to an input user-selected physiological cycle phase option or a user-selected current skin state option.

[0005] In one aspect, the present disclosure is particularly directed to a method for improving the adverse effects of physiological cyclic changes on human skin. In one embodiment, the method includes predicting the manifestation of changes in skin condition in response to one or more inputs indicating a physiological cycle phase. In one embodiment, the method includes generating personalized skin care recommendations in response to predicting the manifestation of changes in skin condition. In one embodiment, the method includes displaying on a graphical user interface one or more examples of the predicted skin condition and one or more examples of the personalized skin care recommendations. In one embodiment, the method includes generating a user-selectable input menu including one or more user-selectable physiological cycle phase options and one or more user-selectable current skin condition options. In one embodiment, the method includes updating on a graphical user interface one or more examples of the predicted skin condition and the personalized skin care recommendations in response to an input user-selected physiological cycle phase option or an input user-selected current skin condition option.

[0006] In one aspect, the present disclosure is particularly directed to a method for recommending products to a user. In one embodiment, the method includes predicting the manifestation of changes in skin condition in response to one or more user-specific inputs regarding skin and health condition, one or more inputs indicating preferences for product features, and one or more user-specific inputs indicating a physiological cycle phase. In one embodiment, the method includes recommending a product to a subject based on one or more user-specific inputs regarding skin and health condition, one or more inputs indicating preferences for product features, and one or more user-specific inputs indicating a physiological cycle phase. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

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[0008] In the following detailed description of the invention, reference is made to the accompanying drawings which form a part hereof, and in which is shown by way of illustration specific embodiments in which the invention may be practiced. Throughout the drawings, like reference numerals generally identify like components unless the context dictates otherwise. The exemplary embodiments described in the detailed description, drawings, and claims are not intended to be limiting. Other embodiments may be utilized and other changes may be made without departing from the spirit or scope of the subject matter presented herein.

[0009] The epidermis is greatly affected by the cyclic changes in estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone throughout the menstrual cycle. These cyclic fluctuations in the relative levels of these hormones result in changes in skin physiology, including changes due to collagen and elastin production, sebum production, skin sebum levels, skin cell metabolic rate, skin hydration, and the like.

[0010] Accordingly, in one embodiment, the present disclosure details one or more methods or techniques for determining the expression of skin conditions based on an indication of a physiological cycle phase and providing personalized recommendations based on the determined expression of the skin conditions. In one embodiment, the present disclosure details one or more methods or techniques for monitoring the expression of skin conditions associated with stages of the physiological cycle. In one embodiment, the present disclosure details one or more methods or techniques for ameliorating the adverse effects of physiological cycle changes on human skin.

[0011] FIG. 1 shows, for example, a system 100 that can implement one or more methods or techniques, such as determining the expression of skin conditions based on an indication of a physiological cycle phase and providing personalized recommendations based on the determined expression of the skin conditions.

[0012] In one embodiment, system 100 includes a skin condition unit 102 that includes a computing circuit configured to determine the manifestation of a change in skin condition in response to one or more inputs indicative of a physiological cycle progression. For example, in one embodiment, skin condition unit 102 includes a computing circuit configured to determine the onset of, for example, acne-prone skin condition, congested skin condition, dry skin condition, dull skin condition, hypersensitive skin condition, inflammatory skin condition, itchy skin condition, sensitive skin condition, sebum production change skin condition, acne skin condition, etc., in response to one or more inputs indicative of a physiological cycle progression. In one embodiment, skin condition unit 102 includes a computing circuit configured to determine the manifestation of skin conditions related to, for example, cyclic changes in collagen production, skin thickness, skin moisture, sweating amount, acne level, etc.

[0013] In one embodiment, skin condition unit 102 includes a computing circuit configured to determine the manifestation of a change in skin condition in response to one or more inputs indicative of a physiological cycle stage or phase. In one embodiment, skin condition unit 102 includes a computing circuit configured to determine the manifestation of a change in skin condition in response to one or more inputs indicative of whether the user is in a cycle start stage, a cycle middle stage, or a cycle end stage.

[0014] Non-limiting examples of computing circuits can include one or more computing devices such as, in particular, a processor (e.g., a microprocessor, a quantum processor, a qubit processor, etc.), a central processing unit (CPU), a digital signal processor (DSP), an application specific integrated circuit (ASIC), a field programmable gate array (FPGA), etc., or any combination thereof, and can include individual digital or analog circuit elements or electronic devices, or combinations thereof. In one embodiment, the computing circuit includes one or more ASICs having a plurality of predefined logic components. In one embodiment, the computing circuit includes one or more FPGAs each having a plurality of programmable logic components.

[0015] In one embodiment, the computing circuit includes one or more electrical circuits, printed circuits, flexible circuits, electrical conductors, electrodes, cavity resonators, conducting traces, ceramic patterned electrodes, electromechanical components, transducers, and the like.

[0016] In one embodiment, the computing circuit includes one or more components operatively coupled to each other (e.g., communicatively, electromagnetically, magnetically, ultrasonically, optically, inductively, electrically, capacitively coupled, wirelessly coupled, etc.). In one embodiment, the computing circuit includes one or more remotely located components. In one embodiment, the remotely located components are operatively coupled, for example, via wireless communication. In one embodiment, the remotely located components are operatively coupled, for example, via one or more communication modules, receivers, transmitters, transceivers, and the like.

[0017] In one embodiment, the computing circuit includes, for example, a memory that stores instructions or information. For example, in one embodiment, the skin condition unit 102 includes a computer-readable storage medium having user-specific physiological cycle information configured as a data structure, and the user-specific physiological cycle information includes one or more of cycle start data, cycle end data, cycle-dependent skin condition data, skin care regimen data, skin care product data, overall health data, dietary data, medication data, environmental condition data, or stress level data. In one embodiment, the skin condition unit 102 includes a computer-readable storage medium having skin type information including balanced skin information, combination skin information, dry skin information, normal skin information, oily skin information, sensitive skin information, etc., configured as a data structure. Non-limiting examples of the memory include volatile memory (e.g., random access memory (RAM), dynamic random access memory (DRAM), etc.), non-volatile memory (e.g., read-only memory (ROM), electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM), compact disc read-only memory (CD-ROM), etc.), persistent memory, etc. Further non-limiting examples of the memory include erasable programmable read-only memory (EPROM), flash memory, etc. In one embodiment, the memory is coupled to one or more computing devices by, for example, one or more instructions, information, or power buses.

[0018] In one embodiment, the computing circuit includes one or more computer-readable media drives, interface sockets, Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports, memory card slots, etc., and one or more input / output components such as, for example, a graphical user interface, display, keyboard, keypad, trackball, joystick, touch screen, mouse, switch, dial, etc., and any other peripheral devices. In one embodiment, the computing circuit is operably coupled to at least one computing device configured to control (electrical, electromechanical, software-implemented, firmware-implemented, or other control, or combinations thereof) at least one parameter related to determining thermal characteristics of one or more tissues in response to detection of a shift at turn-on voltage, and includes one or more user input / output components.

[0019] In one embodiment, the computing circuit includes a computer-readable medium drive or memory slot configured to receive a signal-carrying medium (e.g., a computer-readable memory medium, a computer-readable recording medium, etc.). In one embodiment, a program for causing a system to execute any of the disclosed methods may be stored, for example, on a computer-readable recording medium, a signal-carrying medium, etc. Non-limiting examples of signal-carrying media include recordable types of media such as magnetic tape, floppy disk, hard disk drive, compact disc (CD), digital video disc (DVD), Blu-ray disc, digital tape, computer memory, etc., as well as transmission types of media such as digital or analog communication media (e.g., optical fiber cable, waveguide, wired communication link, wireless communication link) (e.g., receiver, transmitter, transceiver, transmission logic, reception logic, etc.). Further non-limiting examples of signal-carrying media include, but are not limited to, DVD-ROM, DVD-RAM, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD-R, DVD+R, CD-ROM, Super Audio CD, CD-R, CD+R, CD+RW, CD-RW, video compact disc, Super Video Disc, flash memory, magnetic tape, magneto-optical disc, MINIDISC, non-volatile memory card, EEPROM, optical disc, optical storage device, RAM, ROM, system memory, web server, etc.

[0020] In one embodiment, the computing circuit includes an acoustic transducer, an electroacoustic transducer, an electrochemical transducer, an electromagnetic transducer, an electromechanical transducer, an electrostatic transducer, a photoelectric transducer, a wireless acoustic transducer, a thermoelectric transducer, an ultrasonic transducer, etc.

[0021] In one embodiment, system 100 includes circuitry configured to execute a discovery and registration protocol that enables system 100 and remote components, devices, network servers, client devices, etc. to find each other and initiate one or more authorization protocols. For example, in one embodiment, system 100 executes an authentication protocol and includes one or more receivers, transmitters, transceivers, transmit logic, receive logic, etc. to ensure communication between system 100 and remote network 101, server 103, client device 105, etc. In one embodiment, system 100 includes circuitry configured to execute one or more security protocols to establish communication links, channels, paths, etc. for secure communication between units, etc.

[0022] In one embodiment, the computing circuitry includes an electrical circuit (e.g., an actuator, motor, piezoelectric crystal, microelectromechanical system (MEMS), etc.) operably coupled to a transducer. In one embodiment, the computing circuitry includes an electrical circuit having at least one discrete electrical circuit, an electrical circuit having at least one integrated circuit, or an electrical circuit having at least one application-specific integrated circuit. In one embodiment, the computing circuitry forms an electrical circuit that forms a general-purpose computing device configured by a computer program (e.g., a general-purpose computer configured by a computer program that at least partially executes the processes and / or devices described herein, or a microprocessor configured by a computer program that at least partially executes the processes and / or devices described herein), a memory device (e.g., in the form of a memory (e.g., random access, flash, read-only, etc.)), an electrical circuit that forms a communication device (e.g., a modem, communication switch, optoelectronic device, etc.), and / or in addition includes any non-electrical analog such as light or other analog.

[0023] In one embodiment, the skin condition unit 102 includes a computing circuit configured to determine the manifestation of changes in skin condition in response to one or more inputs indicating whether the user is in the follicular phase or the luteal phase. In one embodiment, the skin condition unit 102 includes a computing circuit configured to determine the current physiological state associated with the user based on one or more user-selectable inputs indicating the physiological cycle phase and the current skin condition. In one embodiment, the skin condition unit 102 includes a computing circuit configured to predict the current physiological cycle state associated with the user based on physiological cycle data associated with the user.

[0024] In one embodiment, the skin condition unit 102 includes a computing circuit configured to update the physiological cycle state associated with one or more actual physiological cycle data inputs based on the user associated with the user. In one embodiment, the skin condition unit 102 includes a computing circuit configured to determine the manifestation of changes in skin condition in response to one or more inputs indicating the overall health state. In one embodiment, the skin condition unit 102 includes a computing circuit configured to determine the manifestation of changes in skin condition in response to one or more inputs indicating the stress level. In one embodiment, the skin condition unit 102 includes a computing circuit configured to determine the manifestation of changes in skin condition in response to one or more inputs indicating medication.

[0025] In one embodiment, the skin condition unit 102 includes a computing circuit configured to determine the manifestation of changes in skin condition in response to one or more inputs indicating environmental conditions (e.g., climate, pollution, sunlight exposure, seasonal conditions, etc.). In one embodiment, the skin condition unit 102 includes a computing circuit configured to determine the manifestation of changes in skin condition in response to one or more inputs indicating changes in diet. In one embodiment, the skin condition unit 102 includes a computing circuit configured to determine the manifestation of changes in skin condition in response to one or more inputs indicating hormonal imbalance.

[0026] In one embodiment, the skin condition unit 102 includes a computing circuit configured to determine the manifestation of a change in skin condition in response to one or more inputs indicating user-specific potential risk factors for skin health.

[0027] In one embodiment, the system 100 includes a mitigation unit 104 that includes a computing circuit configured to generate personalized skin care recommendations in response to one or more inputs indicating the manifestation of a change in skin condition. In one embodiment, the mitigation unit 104 includes a computing circuit configured to generate personalized skin care recommendations for mitigating a decrease in sebum production in response to one or more inputs indicating the manifestation of a change in skin condition associated with the follicular phase. In one embodiment, the mitigation unit 104 includes a computing circuit configured to generate personalized skin care recommendations for mitigating dull skin condition, dry skin condition, non-glossy skin condition, or sensitive skin condition in response to one or more inputs indicating the manifestation of a change in skin condition associated with the follicular phase of the menstrual cycle.

[0028] In one embodiment, the mitigation unit 104 includes a computing circuit configured to generate personalized recommendations for product usage of current products. For example, "Since you tend to have dry skin, please use more moisturizing cream for a few days", or "Since you are prone to acne, please always use a beauty essence".

[0029] In one embodiment, the mitigation unit 104 includes a computing circuit configured to provide personalized recommendations for product usage of current products. For example, "Since you tend to have dry skin, please use more moisturizing cream for a few days", or "Since you are prone to acne, please always use a beauty essence".

[0030] In one embodiment, the relaxation unit 104 includes a computing circuit configured to generate personalized recommendations based on one or more inputs indicating user-specific potential risk factors for skin health. In one embodiment, the relaxation unit 104 includes a computing circuit configured to generate personalized skincare recommendations for a plump skin state or an increased cell metabolism skin state in response to one or more inputs indicating the manifestation of changes in skin state associated with the follicular phase of the physiological cycle.

[0031] In one embodiment, the relaxation unit 104 includes a computing circuit configured to generate personalized skincare recommendations for mitigating an increase in sebum production in response to one or more inputs indicating the manifestation of changes in skin state associated with the luteal phase of the physiological cycle. In one embodiment, the relaxation unit 104 includes a computing circuit configured to generate personalized skincare recommendations for mitigating an acne-prone skin state in response to one or more inputs indicating the manifestation of changes in skin state associated with the luteal phase of the physiological cycle. In one embodiment, the relaxation unit 104 includes a computing circuit configured to generate personalized skincare recommendations in response to one or more inputs indicating the onset of an increase or decrease in sebum production. In one embodiment, the relaxation unit 104 includes a computing circuit configured to generate personalized skincare recommendations in response to one or more inputs indicating a dull skin state, a dry skin state, a non-glossy skin state, or a sensitive skin state.

[0032] In one embodiment, the relaxation unit 104 includes a computing circuit configured to generate personalized skincare recommendations in response to one or more inputs indicating the occurrence of acne. In one embodiment, the relaxation unit 104 includes a computing circuit configured to generate personalized skincare recommendations in response to one or more inputs indicating the onset of psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, or irritant dermatitis.

[0033] Progesterone stimulates sebum production, and when sebum production increases, the skin swells and compresses the pores. This compression can cause sebum to accumulate and hormonal breakouts. Thus, in one embodiment, the relaxation unit 104 includes a computing circuit configured to generate personalized skin care recommendations in response to one or more inputs indicating the manifestation of a change in sebum production. In one embodiment, the relaxation unit 104 includes a computing circuit configured to generate personalized skin care recommendations in response to one or more inputs indicating the presence of excessive sebum or clogged pores. In one embodiment, the relaxation unit 104 includes a computing circuit configured to generate personalized skin care recommendations in response to one or more inputs indicating the manifestation of a change in progesterone levels.

[0034] In one embodiment, the relaxation unit 104 includes a computing circuit configured to generate personalized skin care recommendations in response to one or more inputs indicating the manifestation of a change in estrogen and progesterone levels. (Testosterone remains constant throughout the cycle and becomes dominant when estrogen and progesterone decrease during menstruation. Similar to progesterone, testosterone activates the sebaceous glands and produces more sebum. Result: sebum excess and clogged pores, both of which are causes of acne during menstruation.)

[0035] In one embodiment, the system 100 includes a skin condition display unit 106 that includes a computing circuit configured to generate one or more instances of skin conditions and one or more instances of personalized skin care recommendations. In one embodiment, the skin condition display unit 106 includes a computing circuit configured to display at least one instance of the manifestation of a change in skin condition and to generate respective personalized skin care recommendations associated with at least one change in skin condition.

[0036] In one embodiment, the skin condition display unit 106 includes a computing circuit configured to display one or more examples of skin conditions and one or more examples of personalized skin care recommendations. In one embodiment, the skin condition display unit 106 includes a computing circuit configured to generate a virtual display of one or more examples of skin conditions and one or more examples of personalized skin care recommendations on a graphical user interface.

[0037] In one embodiment, the system 100 includes a graphical user interface unit 108 that includes a computing circuit configured to generate a virtual input display that includes one or more examples of skin conditions and one or more examples of personalized skin care recommendations. In one embodiment, the system 100 includes a selectable skin condition indicator 110 that includes a computing circuit configured to provide user-selectable examples of skin conditions on a display, and a selectable physiological cycle indicator 112 that includes a computing circuit configured to provide user-selectable examples of physiological cycle phases or stages on a display.

[0038] In one embodiment, the system 100 includes a real-time monitoring unit 114 that includes a computing circuit configured to determine whether to send a notification in response to one or more comparisons between user-specific physiological cycle information and predicted physiological cycle progression information.

[0039] Referring to FIG. 2, in one embodiment, a system 200 for monitoring the manifestation of a skin condition includes means 202 for determining the manifestation of a change in skin condition in response to one or more inputs indicating the progression of a physiological cycle.

[0040] In one embodiment, the means 202 for determining the manifestation of changes in skin condition in response to one or more inputs indicating the progression of the physiological cycle may include one or more computing devices such as a processor (e.g., a microprocessor, a quantum processor, a qubit processor, etc.), a central processing unit (CPU), a digital signal processor (DSP), an application specific integrated circuit (ASIC), a field programmable gate array (FPGA), or any combination thereof, and may include individual digital or analog circuit elements or electronic devices, or combinations thereof, configured to determine the manifestation of changes in skin condition in response to one or more inputs indicating the progression of the physiological cycle. In one embodiment, the computing circuit includes one or more ASICs having a plurality of predefined logic components. In one embodiment, the means 202 for determining the manifestation of changes in skin condition in response to one or more inputs indicating the progression of the physiological cycle includes one or more FPGAs, each FPGA having a plurality of programmable logic components.

[0041] In one embodiment, the system 200 includes means 204 for generating personalized skin care recommendations in response to one or more inputs indicating the manifestation of changes in skin condition. In one embodiment, the means 204 for generating personalized skin care recommendations in response to one or more inputs indicating the manifestation of changes in skin condition includes a computer-readable storage medium having user-specific physiological cycle information configured as a data structure, the user-specific physiological cycle information including one or more of cycle start data, cycle end data, cycle-dependent skin condition data, skin care regimen data, skin care product data, overall health data, diet data, medication data, environmental condition data, or stress level data.

[0042] In one embodiment, the system 200 includes means 206 for generating one or more instances of skin condition and one or more instances of personalized skin care recommendations.

[0043] In one embodiment, the means 206 for generating one or more examples of skin conditions and one or more examples of personalized skin care recommendations may include one or more computing devices such as a processor (e.g., a microprocessor, a quantum processor, a qubit processor, etc.), a central processing unit (CPU), a digital signal processor (DSP), an application specific integrated circuit (ASIC), a field programmable gate array (FPGA), or any combination thereof, and may include individual digital or analog circuit elements or electronic devices, or combinations thereof, configured to determine the occurrence of changes in skin conditions in response to one or more inputs indicating the progression of a physiological cycle. In one embodiment, the computing circuit includes one or more ASICs having a plurality of predefined logic components. In one embodiment, the means 206 for generating one or more examples of skin conditions and one or more examples of personalized skin care recommendations includes one or more FPGAs, each FPGA having a plurality of programmable logic components configured to generate one or more examples of skin conditions and one or more examples of personalized skin care recommendations.

[0044] In one embodiment, system 200 includes means 208 for generating a user-selectable input menu that includes one or more user-selectable physiological cycle phase options and one or more user-selectable current skin state options. In one embodiment, means 208 for generating a user-selectable input menu that includes one or more user-selectable physiological cycle phase options and one or more user-selectable current skin state options includes one or more computing devices such as a processor (e.g., a microprocessor, a quantum processor, a qubit processor, etc.), a central processing unit (CPU), a digital signal processor (DSP), an application specific integrated circuit (ASIC), a field programmable gate array (FPGA), or any combination thereof, and may include individual digital or analog circuit elements or electronic devices, or combinations thereof, configured to determine the manifestation of changes in skin state in response to one or more inputs indicative of the progression of the physiological cycle. In one embodiment, the computing circuit includes one or more ASICs having a plurality of predefined logic components. In one embodiment, means 208 for generating a user-selectable input menu that includes one or more user-selectable physiological cycle phase options and one or more user-selectable current skin state options includes one or more FPGAs, each FPGA having a plurality of programmable logic components configured to generate a user-selectable input menu that includes one or more user-selectable physiological cycle phase options and one or more user-selectable current skin state options.

[0045] In one embodiment, the system 200 includes means 210 for updating, on a graphical user interface, one or more examples of predicted skin conditions and personalized skin care recommendations in response to an input user-selected physiological cycle phase option or an input user-selected current skin condition option. In one embodiment, the means 210 for updating, on a graphical user interface, one or more examples of predicted skin conditions and personalized skin care recommendations in response to an input user-selected physiological cycle phase option or an input user-selected current skin condition option can include one or more computing devices such as a processor (e.g., a microprocessor, a quantum processor, a qubit processor, etc.), a central processing unit (CPU), a digital signal processor (DSP), an application specific integrated circuit (ASIC), a field programmable gate array (FPGA), or any combination thereof, and can include individual digital or analog circuit elements or electronic devices, or combinations thereof, configured to determine the manifestation of changes in skin condition in response to one or more inputs indicative of the progression of the physiological cycle. In one embodiment, the computing circuitry includes one or more ASICs having a plurality of predefined logic components. In one embodiment, the means 210 for updating, on a graphical user interface, one or more examples of predicted skin conditions and personalized skin care recommendations in response to an input user-selected physiological cycle phase option or an input user-selected current skin condition option includes one or more FPGAs, each FPGA having a plurality of programmable logic components configured to update, on a graphical user interface, one or more examples of predicted skin conditions and personalized skin care recommendations in response to an input user-selected physiological cycle phase option or an input user-selected current skin condition option.

[0046] In one embodiment, a method for improving the adverse effects of physiological cyclic changes on human skin includes predicting the manifestation of changes in skin condition in response to one or more inputs indicating the physiological cycle phase. In one embodiment, a method for improving the adverse effects of physiological cyclic changes on human skin includes generating personalized skin care recommendations in response to predicting the manifestation of changes in skin condition. In one embodiment, a method for improving the adverse effects of physiological cyclic changes on human skin includes displaying on a graphical user interface one or more examples of the predicted skin condition and one or more examples of personalized skin care recommendations. In one embodiment, a method for improving the adverse effects of physiological cyclic changes on human skin includes generating a user-selectable input menu including one or more user-selectable physiological cycle phase options and one or more user-selectable current skin condition options, and updating on a graphical user interface one or more examples of the predicted skin condition and personalized skin care recommendations in response to the input user-selected physiological cycle phase option or user-selected current skin condition option.

[0047] In one embodiment, a method for recommending products to a user includes predicting the manifestation of changes in skin condition in response to one or more user-specific inputs regarding skin and health condition, one or more inputs indicating preferences for product features, and one or more user-specific inputs indicating the physiological cycle phase. In one embodiment, a method for recommending products to a user includes recommending a product to a subject based on one or more user-specific inputs regarding skin and health condition, one or more inputs indicating preferences for product features, and one or more user-specific inputs indicating the physiological cycle phase.

[0048] FIG. 3 shows a personalized makeup system 300 that can implement one or more methods or techniques, such as generating personalized cosmetics.

[0049] In one embodiment, the personalized makeup system 300 includes a skin condition unit 102 that includes a computing circuit configured to determine the manifestation of changes in skin condition in response to one or more inputs indicating the progression of the physiological cycle. In one embodiment, the personalized makeup system 300 includes a personalized product unit 302 that includes a computing circuit configured to generate personalized skincare recommendations in response to one or more inputs indicating the manifestation of changes in skin condition.

[0050] In one embodiment, the personalized makeup system 300 includes a formulation control unit 304 that includes a computing circuit configured to establish a communication link with the personalized makeup formulation system 306 and transmit one or more control commands to formulate a personalized skincare product compliant with the generated personalized skincare recommendations. In one embodiment, the formulation control unit 304 includes a computing circuit configured to establish a communication link with the remote personalized makeup formulation system 306 and exchange control command information.

[0051] In one embodiment, the formulation control unit 304 includes a computing circuit configured to execute a discovery and registration protocol that enables the personalized makeup system 300 and the remote personalized makeup formulation system 306 to find each other and initiate one or more authorization protocols. For example, in one embodiment, the personalized makeup system 300 executes an authentication protocol and includes one or more receivers, transmitters, transceivers, transmission logic, reception logic, etc. for securing communication between the personalized makeup system 300 and the personalized makeup formulation system 306. In one embodiment, the system 100 includes a circuit configured to execute one or more security protocols for establishing communication links, channels, paths, etc. that enable secure communication between units, devices, etc.

[0052] In one embodiment, the personalized makeup system 300 includes a circuit configured to execute a discovery and registration protocol that enables the personalized makeup system 300 and remote components and devices 308 to find each other and initiate one or more authorization protocols (e.g., a protocol for negotiating one or more pre-shared keys, a public-key-based authentication protocol, an Internet Protocol Security authentication method, etc.).

[0053] In an embodiment, the personalized makeup system 300 includes a computing circuit including a processor and a storage device such as a hard disk drive, and may be implemented using an appropriate application, a database application within a computer, or using cloud computing.

[0054] In one embodiment, the formulation control unit 304 includes a computing circuit configured to establish a communication link with the remote personalized makeup formulation system 306 and exchange personalized skin care product information.

[0055] In one embodiment, the formulation control unit 304 includes a computing circuit configured to initiate a discovery protocol that enables the personalized makeup system and the remote personalized makeup formulation system 306 to identify each other and negotiate one or more pre-shared keys. In one embodiment, the formulation control unit 304 includes at least one of a receiver, a transmitter, or a transceiver operable to operate a discovery protocol that enables the personalized makeup system 300 and a remote enterprise to identify each other and negotiate information.

[0056] In one embodiment, the formulation control unit 304 includes at least one of a receiver, a transmitter, or a transceiver operable to operate a discovery protocol that enables the personalized makeup system 300 and the remote device 306 for formulating cosmetic materials to identify each other and negotiate one or more pre-shared keys. Examples of suitable devices 306 for formulating cosmetic materials include the device described in U.S. Patent No. 9,808,071, which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety. In one embodiment, the personalized makeup system 300 includes a skin condition display unit 106 that includes a computing circuit configured to generate one or more examples of skin conditions and one or more examples of personalized skin care recommendations.

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[0058] Follicular phase

[0059] (Example 1) (Day 1 to Day 6) Physiological changes Lowest hormone level Decrease in sebum production and decline in moisturizing function Skin condition: dullness, dryness, lack of gloss, sensitivity

[0060] (Example 2) (Day 7 to Day 14) Physiological changes Increased estrogen production Stimulates collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid. Skin condition: plumpness, increased skin cell metabolism Recommended user experience Ovulatory phase Luteal phase

[0061] (Example 3) (Day 15 to Day 24) Physiological changes Estrogen levels drop rapidly and progesterone begins to increase. Progesterone activates sebum production. Skin condition: The skin tends to swell, pores are compressed, sebum is trapped and accumulated, and eruptions may occur.

[0062] (Example 4) (From the 25th day to the 28th day) Physiological changes Progesterone and estrogen fall below the level of testosterone, and swelling, edema, and sebum excess occur. Skin condition: Hormonal acne symptoms. Sebum present in pores may mix with acne bacteria, and hormonal eruptions may occur and spread to the chin tip and lower jaw.

[0063] Therefore, in the above description, only exemplary embodiments of the present invention are disclosed and described. As will be understood by those skilled in the art, the present invention may be embodied in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential characteristics of the present invention. Accordingly, the disclosure of the present invention is intended to be illustrative and not to limit the scope of the present invention or other claims. The present disclosure includes any readily distinguishable variations of the teachings herein, partially defines the scope of the terms of the above claims, and thereby the subject matter of the present invention is not dedicated to the public.

Explanation of reference numerals

[0064] 100 System 101 Remote network 102 Skin condition unit 103 Server 104 Relaxation unit 106 Skin condition display unit 108 Graphic user interface unit 110 Selectable skin condition indicator 112 Selectable physiological cycle indicator 114 Real-time monitoring unit 200 System 202, 204, 206, 208, 210 Means 300 Personalized Cosmetics System 302 Personalized Product Unit 304 Blending Control Unit 306 Personalized Cosmetics Blending System 308 Remote Component

Claims

A skin condition unit including a computing circuit configured to determine the manifestation of changes in skin condition in response to one or more inputs indicating the progression of the menstrual cycle, wherein the menstrual cycle progression includes a follicular phase and a luteal phase, and the changes in skin condition include a decrease in sebum production and moisture retention in the follicular phase, and an increase in sebum production in the luteal phase. A relaxation unit including a computing circuit configured to generate personalized skin care recommendations in response to the determined changes in skin condition, wherein the personalized skin care recommendations include recommendations for moisturizing products to alleviate the decrease in sebum production and moisture retention in the follicular phase, and recommendations for acne beauty liquid products to alleviate the increase in sebum production in the luteal phase. A skin condition display unit including a computing circuit configured to generate one or more examples of the skin condition and one or more examples of the personalized skin care recommendations. A system comprising the above.

2. The system according to claim 1, wherein the skin condition unit includes a computing circuit configured to predict the current menstrual cycle state related to the user based on menstrual cycle data related to the user.

3. The system according to claim 1, wherein the relaxation unit includes a computing circuit configured to generate personalized skin care recommendations for a puffy skin condition or an increased cell metabolism skin condition related to the follicular phase of the menstrual cycle.

4. Means for generating a user-selectable input menu including one or more user-selectable menstrual cycle phase options and one or more user-selectable current skin condition options. Means for updating one or more examples of the predicted skin condition and the personalized skin care recommendations on a graphical user interface in response to an input user-selected menstrual cycle phase option or an input user-selected current skin condition option. The system according to claim 1, further comprising the above.

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