Skin beauty devices using ultrasonic and cold air

Abstract

A skin beauty device utilizing ultrasound and cold air is provided. The skin beauty device utilizing ultrasound and cold air comprises a device body, an ultrasound generating unit positioned above the device body in the direction opposite to the Y-axis, and a cold generating unit positioned above the device body in the direction of the Y-axis.

Description

Technology Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a skin beauty device using ultrasound and cold air, and more specifically, to a skin beauty device using ultrasound and cold air that helps absorb nutritional components of cosmetics applied to the skin surface through ultrasonic vibrations, and sequentially delivers ultrasonic energy to the epidermal layer, dermal layer, subcutaneous fat layer, and fascia layer to improve skin texture and even out skin tone, as well as soothe the skin, enhance skin elasticity, and strengthen the skin barrier. Background Technology

[0003] In general, ultrasonic technology is widely used in the medical, industrial, and environmental treatment fields. Recently, with the rising interest in beauty, there is increasing demand for skin care products, such as cosmetics, foods, and skin care devices, that can prevent skin aging, improve wrinkles, or maintain skin elasticity.

[0004] In particular, various ultrasound devices capable of improving wrinkles caused by the decrease in collagen and elastic fibers in the dermis layer due to aging are being introduced. Ultrasound applied to the wrinkle area delivers heat to the Superficial Muscular Aponeurotic System (SMAS), which is the root cause of wrinkles; by causing the skin tissue to contract or coagulate through this delivered heat, wrinkles can be improved.

[0005] In addition, after introducing the active ingredients of the cosmetic, a step to close the pores is necessary. To do this, the pores must be contracted using a cold massage. Prior art literature

[0007] Republic of Korea Published Patent Application No. 10-2024-0047224 The problem to be solved

[0008] The problem that the present invention aims to solve is to provide a skin beauty device using ultrasound and cold, which, according to one aspect, helps absorb nutritional components of cosmetics applied to the skin surface through ultrasonic vibration and can sequentially deliver ultrasonic energy to the epidermal layer, dermal layer, subcutaneous fat layer, and fascia layer.

[0009] In addition, the invention provides a skin beauty device utilizing ultrasound and cold air that can lower the skin surface temperature and constrict pores through cold air.

[0010] Furthermore, the problems of the present invention are not limited to those mentioned above, and other unmentioned technical problems will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description below. means of solving the problem

[0012] A skin beauty device using ultrasound and cold air according to one embodiment for solving the above problem comprises a device body, an ultrasound generating unit disposed above the device body in the direction opposite to the Y-axis, and a cold air generating unit disposed above the device body in the direction of the Y-axis.

[0013] The above device body may include a lower body that accommodates a printed circuit board, a lower housing disposed on one side of the lower body and including a power and mode button connected to the printed circuit board and a level button disposed on one side of the lower body and connected to the printed circuit board, a first mounting portion formed on the upper part of the lower body opposite the Y-axis direction and on which an ultrasonic generator is mounted, a second mounting portion formed on the upper part of the lower body in the Y-axis direction and on which a cold air generator is mounted, an upper housing disposed on the upper part of the lower housing to accommodate the ultrasonic generator and the cold air generator mounted on the first mounting portion and the second mounting portion, and a fixing member that fixes the upper housing to the lower housing.

[0014] The power and mode buttons can be pressed for at least 2 seconds to turn the power ON / OFF, and the power and mode buttons can be pressed briefly to set the mode to be used and displayed on the display unit, and the mode can be changed in the order of repair mode, boost mode, volume mode, glow mode, and cryo mode.

[0015] The repair mode can emit ultrasound in a double alternating manner at 3 MHz and 10 MHz from the ultrasound generator, the boost mode can emit ultrasound in a double alternating manner at 1 MHz and 3 MHz from the ultrasound generator, the volume mode can emit ultrasound in a triple alternating manner at 3 MHz, 10 MHz, and 19 MHz from the ultrasound generator, and the glow mode can emit ultrasound in a quadruple alternating manner at 1 MHz, 3 MHz, 10 MHz, and 19 MHz from the ultrasound generator.

[0016] The above-described ultrasonic generating unit may include a high-frequency oscillator that generates ultrasonic waves by emitting current according to the control of a control unit, and an ultrasonic head that accommodates the high-frequency oscillator and is mounted on a first mounting unit.

[0017] The above cold air generating unit may include a cold air generating member that generates and releases cold air according to the control of a control unit, and a cold air head that accommodates the cold air generating member and is seated in a second seating unit.

[0018] Specific details of other embodiments are included in the detailed description and drawings. Effects of the invention

[0020] According to a skin beauty device using ultrasound and cold air according to one embodiment of the present invention, ultrasonic vibrations help absorb nutritional components of cosmetics applied to the skin surface, and ultrasonic energy is sequentially transmitted to the epidermal layer, dermal layer, subcutaneous fat layer, and fascia layer, as well as lowering the skin surface temperature and shrinking pores through cold air, thereby improving skin texture and evening out skin tone, as well as soothing the skin, enhancing skin elasticity, and strengthening the skin barrier.

[0021] The effects according to the embodiments are not limited to those exemplified above, and a wider variety of effects are included in this specification. Brief explanation of the drawing

[0023] FIGS. 1 and FIGS. 2 are drawings showing a skin beauty device using ultrasound and cold air according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view of a skin beauty device using ultrasound and cold air according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 4 is a diagram showing the state of emitting ultrasound of a skin beauty device using ultrasound and cold air according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 5 is a test result using a skin beauty device utilizing ultrasound and cold air according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 6 is a drawing showing an ultrasonic head of a skin beauty device using ultrasound and cold air according to one embodiment of the present invention. Specific details for implementing the invention

[0024] The advantages and features of the present invention and the methods for achieving them will become clear by referring to the embodiments described below in detail together with the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments disclosed below but may be implemented in various different forms. These embodiments are provided merely to ensure that the disclosure of the present invention is complete and to fully inform those skilled in the art of the scope of the invention, and the present invention is defined only by the scope of the claims.

[0026] Specific embodiments will be described below with reference to the attached drawings.

[0027] FIGS. 1 and 2 are drawings showing a skin beauty device using ultrasound and cold air according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 3 is a drawing showing a cross-section of a skin beauty device using ultrasound and cold air according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 4 is a drawing showing the state of emitting ultrasound of a skin beauty device using ultrasound and cold air according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 5 is a test result drawing using a skin beauty device using ultrasound and cold air according to an embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 6 is a drawing showing an ultrasound head of a skin beauty device using ultrasound and cold air according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0029] Referring to FIGS. 1 to 3, a skin beauty device (10) using ultrasound and cold air according to one embodiment may include a device body (100), an ultrasound generating unit (200), and a cold air generating unit (300).

[0030] In some embodiments, the device body (100) is a body that accommodates an ultrasonic generating unit (200) and a cold generating unit (300), and may include a lower housing (110), a first seating unit (120), a second seating unit (130), an upper housing (140), and a fixing member (150).

[0031] In some embodiments, the lower housing (110) may include a lower body (111) that accommodates a printed circuit board, a power and mode button (112), and a level button (113).

[0032] In some embodiments, the lower body (111) may be extended to a certain length in the shape of a bar with an internal opening to accommodate a printed circuit board. In some embodiments, the lower body (111) may be formed in the shape of a handle so that a user can hold and use it with their hand, but is not limited thereto. In some embodiments, the inner surface of the lower body (111) may be formed in a repeating pattern of peaks and valleys or may have a plurality of protruding patterns arranged thereon. Thus, when the inner surface of the lower body (111) is formed in a repeating pattern of peaks and valleys or when a plurality of protruding patterns are arranged thereon, damage to the shape of the lower body (111) caused by impact from external force can be more effectively prevented.

[0033] In some embodiments, the lower body (111) may further include a grip. In some embodiments, the grip may be a conventional grip that is attached to the lower body (111) and can be grasped by the user's hand. In some embodiments, the grip may further include an antibacterial layer. In some embodiments, the antibacterial layer is formed on the outer surface of the grip as a silicone layer containing silver nano capsules and charcoal powder, which can provide antibacterial action and prevent the user's hand from slipping when grasping. Here, the silicone layer may be formed as a semicircular protrusion, but is not limited thereto and may be formed as a protrusion of various shapes.

[0034] In some embodiments, the power and mode button (112) is positioned on one side of the lower body (111) and may be connected to a printed circuit board. That is, the power and mode button (112) can supply and cut off power charged in the battery. Here, the power and mode button (112) includes a charging terminal, and in some embodiments, the charging terminal is connected to the battery, allowing external power to be charged to the battery.

[0035] In some embodiments, the level button (113) is positioned on one side of the lower body (111) and connected to a printed circuit board to adjust the intensity level of the mode. In some embodiments, the level button (113) may be positioned below the power and mode button (112), but is not limited thereto. Here, the mode may include repair mode, boost mode, volume mode, glow mode, and cryo mode.

[0036] Referring to FIG. 4, in some embodiments, the repair mode can soothe and improve the skin. The repair mode can soothe skin troubles and improve redness by emitting ultrasound waves at 3 MHz and 10 MHz in a double alternating manner or simultaneously from the ultrasound generator (200).

[0037] In some embodiments, the boost mode can improve absorption and moisturization, and the boost mode can emit ultrasound at 1 MHz and 3 MHz in a double alternating manner or simultaneously from the ultrasound generator (200), as well as supply active ingredients quickly and deeply into the skin through micro-vibrations.

[0038] In some embodiments, the volume mode can improve skin elasticity, and the ultrasonic generator (200) can emit ultrasound waves at 3 MHz, 10 MHz, and 19 MHz in a triple alternating manner or simultaneously to promote collagen production and provide a sense of volume.

[0039] In some embodiments, the glow mode can improve the radiance of the skin, and the ultrasound generator (200) emits ultrasound waves at 1 MHz, 3 MHz, 10 MHz, and 19 MHz in a quadruple alternating manner or simultaneously to protect the skin from the inside out, as well as provide the skin's natural radiance.

[0040] Here, 19 MHz ultrasound penetrates the epidermal layer to improve skin texture and even out skin tone, 10 MHz ultrasound penetrates the dermal layer to soothe the skin and improve skin texture, 3 MHz ultrasound penetrates the subcutaneous fat layer to stimulate collagen production, strengthen skin elasticity, and enhance absorption, and 1 MHz ultrasound penetrates the fascial layer to strengthen the inner skin barrier, stimulate collagen production, and enhance absorption. In other words, ultrasound activates cells from the inside out to the outside of the skin to replace dead cells, improve skin problems, and cultivate healthy skin.

[0041] Figure 5 shows clinical data tests applied to the human body using the present invention, and the test results were obtained from the Korea Institute of Dermatological Sciences. The test results from the Korea Institute of Dermatological Sciences show that skin soothing improvement is 3.22%, and internal / external moisturization improvement is 20.97% and 457.40%, respectively. Skin absorption amount is 49.75%, skin absorption speed is 154.08%, and skin absorption depth is 154.08%. In addition, skin radiance improvement is 65.57%, skin texture improvement is 7.55%, pore count is 33.04%, pore depth is 10.19%, and pore area is 34.53%. In addition, regarding the skin angles of the four major areas, the corners of the mouth showed an improvement rate of 4.88%, the nasolabial folds showed an improvement rate of 2.41%, the corners of the eyes showed an improvement rate of 5.81%, and the cheeks showed an improvement rate of 3.61%.

[0042] In some embodiments, the cryo mode can lower the temperature of the skin, which has been heated by the ultrasonic generator (200), thereby soothing the skin and shrinking the pores on the surface of the skin.

[0043] Additionally, in some embodiments, the lower housing (110) may further include a display unit (114). In some embodiments, the display unit (114) is positioned on one side of the lower body (111) and connected to a printed circuit board to indicate whether the power and mode button (112) and the level button (113) are operated.

[0044] In some embodiments, the first mounting portion (120) is formed on the upper part of the lower body (111) in the direction opposite to the Y-axis to guide the mounting of the ultrasonic generating portion (200), and in some embodiments, the second mounting portion (130) is formed on the upper part of the lower body (111) in the Y-axis direction to guide the mounting of the cold generating portion (300). Here, the first mounting portion (120) and the second mounting portion (130) are formed in a curved manner so as to easily accommodate the ultrasonic generating portion (200) and the cold generating portion (300), respectively.

[0045] In some embodiments, the upper housing (140) is positioned on top of the lower housing (110) and can accommodate an ultrasonic generating unit (200) and a cold generating unit (300) seated in a first seating portion (120) and a second seating portion (130). In some embodiments, the upper housing (140) may include an upper body (141) and a reinforcing rib (142).

[0046] In some embodiments, the upper body (141) may be formed to be curved to accommodate the upper portions of the ultrasonic generating unit (200) and the cold generating unit (300) and to be seated on the upper portion of the lower body (111).

[0047] In some embodiments, the reinforcing rib (142) may protrude from the inner surface of the upper body (141) to reinforce the strength of the upper body (141).

[0048] In some embodiments, the fixing member (150) may be a member that fixes the lower housing (110) and the upper housing (140). Here, the fixing member (150) may be fixed by being coupled to the lower housing (110) and the upper housing (140) in a hook type, but is not limited thereto.

[0049] In some embodiments, the ultrasonic generating unit (200) may be positioned on the upper side opposite the Y-axis of the device body (100). For example, the ultrasonic generating unit (200) may be positioned on the first mounting unit (120) and may generate ultrasound to stimulate the skin under the control of the control unit. In some embodiments, the ultrasonic generating unit (200) may include a high-frequency oscillator (210) and an ultrasonic head (220).

[0050] In some embodiments, the high-frequency oscillator (210) can generate ultrasound by emitting current under the control of the control unit and by vibrating the vibrator with the emitted current.

[0051] In some embodiments, the ultrasonic head (220) accommodates a high-frequency oscillator (210) and can be mounted on a first mounting portion (120). In some embodiments, the ultrasonic head (220) can transmit ultrasound generated by the high-frequency oscillator (210) to the skin.

[0052] Referring to FIG. 6, in some embodiments, the ultrasonic head (220) may further include an uneven surface (221). In some embodiments, the uneven surface (221) is formed so that the inner surface of the ultrasonic head (220) is formed in an uneven shape, allowing the ultrasonic waves to be reflected, refracted, and scattered, thereby stimulating the skin more widely. Here, the uneven surface (221) may be formed over the entire inner surface of the ultrasonic head (220), but is not limited thereto, and in some embodiments, the uneven surface (221) may be spaced apart at regular intervals on the inner surface of the ultrasonic head (220). Additionally, in some embodiments, the depth of the multiple uneven surfaces (221) may be formed to the same depth, but is not limited thereto, and in some embodiments, the depth of the multiple uneven surfaces (221) may be formed to unequal depths.

[0053] In some embodiments, the cold generating unit (300) may be positioned on the upper side in the Y-axis direction of the device body (100). For example, the cold generating unit (300) may be positioned on the second seating unit (130) and may generate cold air to contract the skin under the control of the control unit. In some embodiments, the cold generating unit (300) may include a cold generating member (310) and a cold head (320).

[0054] In some embodiments, the cold air generating member (310) can generate and release cold air according to the control of the control unit.

[0055] In some embodiments, the cold head (320) accommodates the cold generating member (310) and may be seated on the second seating portion (130). In some embodiments, the cold head (320) may contract the skin by delivering cold generated from the cold generating member (310) to the skin.

[0056] To explain the process of using the skin beauty device (10) using ultrasound and cold air described above, first, the power can be turned ON by pressing and holding the power and mode button (112) for 2 seconds or more. At this time, the screen on the display unit (114) turns on with a sound and is automatically set to repair mode level 1.

[0057] Additionally, the power and mode button (112) is pressed briefly once to set the mode to be used, and the mode being changed is displayed on the display unit (114) each time the power and mode button (112) is pressed. At this time, the mode changes in the order of repair mode, boost mode, volume mode, glow mode, and cryo mode. After setting the mode, the level can be adjusted by pressing the level button (113) briefly once. Here, the level increases by one step each time the level button (113) is pressed once, and the changed level is displayed on the display unit (114) each time the level increases.

[0058] When the mode and level to be used are set, the mode can be used according to the usage method. Here, vibration is notified every 3 minutes during use, and it automatically turns off after 9 minutes of use. Here, the cryo mode automatically turns off after 3 minutes of use, and after use, the ultrasonic head (220) and the cold head (320) can be cleaned with a dry cloth or cotton pad and stored, and the next operation can be prepared.

[0060] Although embodiments of the present invention have been described above with reference to the attached drawings, those skilled in the art will understand that the present invention may be implemented in other specific forms without changing the technical concept or essential features thereof. Therefore, the embodiments described above should be understood as illustrative in all respects and not restrictive. Explanation of the symbols

[0062] 10: Skin beauty device using ultrasound and cold. 100: Device main body 110: Lower housing 111: Lower body 112: Power and Mode Button 113: Level button 114: Display section 120: First landing section 130: Second landing section 140: Upper housing 141: Upper body 142: Reinforcement Rib 150: Fixing member 200: Ultrasonic generator 210: High-frequency oscillator 220: Ultrasonic head 221: Uneven surface 300: Cold air generating unit 310: Cold air generating component 320: Cold Head

Claims

Claim 1 A skin beauty device using ultrasound and cold air, comprising: a device body; an ultrasound generating unit positioned above the device body in the direction opposite to the Y-axis; and a cold generating unit positioned above the device body in the direction of the Y-axis. Claim 2 In claim 1, the device body comprises: a lower body accommodating a printed circuit board; a lower housing including a power and mode button disposed on one side of the lower body and connected to the printed circuit board, and a level button disposed on one side of the lower body and connected to the printed circuit board; a first mounting portion formed on the upper part of the lower body in the direction opposite to the Y-axis and on which an ultrasonic generator is mounted; a second mounting portion formed on the upper part of the lower body in the direction of the Y-axis and on which a cold air generator is mounted; an upper housing disposed on the upper part of the lower housing to accommodate the ultrasonic generator and the cold air generator mounted on the first mounting portion and the second mounting portion; and a fixing member that fixes the upper housing to the lower housing, thereby forming a skin beauty device using ultrasound and cold air. Claim 3 A skin beauty device using ultrasound and cold, wherein the power and mode buttons are pressed for at least 2 seconds to turn the power ON / OFF, and the power and mode buttons are pressed briefly to set the mode to be used and display it on the display unit, and the mode changes in the order of repair mode, boost mode, volume mode, glow mode, and cryo mode. Claim 4 A skin beauty device using ultrasound and cold air according to claim 3, wherein the repair mode emits ultrasound in a double alternating manner at 3 MHz and 10 MHz from the ultrasound generator, the boost mode emits ultrasound in a double alternating manner at 1 MHz and 3 MHz from the ultrasound generator, the volume mode emits ultrasound in a triple alternating manner at 3 MHz, 10 MHz, and 19 MHz from the ultrasound generator, and the glow mode emits ultrasound in a quadruple alternating manner at 1 MHz, 3 MHz, 10 MHz, and 19 MHz from the ultrasound generator. Claim 5 In claim 4, the ultrasonic generating unit comprises: a high-frequency oscillator that generates ultrasound by emitting current according to the control of a control unit; and an ultrasonic head that accommodates the high-frequency oscillator and is mounted on a first mounting unit, thereby forming a skin beauty device using ultrasound and cold air. Claim 6 In claim 5, the above-mentioned cold generating unit comprises: a cold generating member that generates and emits cold air according to the control of a control unit; and a cold head that accommodates the cold generating member and is seated on a second seating unit, a skin beauty device using ultrasound and cold air.

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