Chlorella Microcapsule Composition for Reducing Dark Circles

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current cosmetic treatments for dark circles under the eyes are either invasive or merely cover the issue with pigments, failing to address the underlying causes effectively, and there is a need for non-invasive, improved compositions that can reduce their appearance.

Innovation Solution

A cosmetic composition comprising a particle with a core of grape seed oil, cocoa butter, and Ascophyllum nodosum extract, surrounded by a shell of Chlorella Vulgaris, which is incorporated into a dispersion and applied to the skin to reduce dark circles without affecting underlying pathological causes.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If laser or surgical treatments are used to treat dark circles under the eyes, then the effectiveness of treatment is improved, but the invasiveness increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvetreatment effectivenessVSAvoidinvasiveness

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent uses cosmetic compositions containing Chlorella vulgaris and other active ingredients as an intermediary substance applied topically to the skin. This mediator delivers therapeutic effects for reducing dark circles through skin absorption, avoiding direct invasive intervention while maintaining treatment effectiveness. The composition includes antioxidants, vitamins, and plant extracts that work synergistically to address the underlying causes of dark circles.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Illumination intensity

If cosmetic products with pigments are applied to cover dark circles, then the immediate visual improvement is achieved, but the underlying cause remains untreated

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvevisual appearanceVSAvoidcause treatment

Core Design Contradiction:

Illumination intensityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent merges two functions into a single cosmetic composition: immediate visual improvement through light-reflecting properties of the formulation and long-term treatment of underlying causes through active ingredients. The composition combines pigments for optical correction with antioxidants, vitamins, and plant extracts that address oxidative stress, inflammation, and skin health, thereby treating both the appearance and root causes of dark circles simultaneously.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The cosmetic composition is designed with multi-functionality, serving both as a cosmetic cover-up and a therapeutic treatment. The formulation includes multiple active ingredients that address various underlying causes of dark circles (oxidative stress, inflammation, poor circulation, skin thinning) while also providing immediate visual improvement, making it a universal solution for both cosmetic and therapeutic needs.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Ease of manufacture

If conventional Chlorella compositions are used, then the basic cosmetic benefits are provided, but the reduction effect on dark circles is insufficient

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveformulation simplicityVSAvoiddark circle reduction effect

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of manufactureVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent employs composite materials by formulating a complex composition that integrates Chlorella vulgaris with multiple other active ingredients including antioxidants (vitamin C, vitamin E, ferulic acid), anti-inflammatory compounds (licorice extract, green tea extract), circulation-improving agents (horse chestnut extract, ginkgo biloba), and skin-strengthening components (vitamin A, hyaluronic acid). This composite formulation synergistically enhances the dark circle reduction effect beyond what conventional single-ingredient Chlorella compositions can achieve.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #40Composite materials

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

The composition significantly reduces the appearance of dark circles by stimulating collagen production and assisting in the removal of heme catabolites, providing a sustained release of Chlorella Vulgaris for enhanced skin benefits.

Implementation Method 1

providing a sustained release of Chlorella Vulgaris for enhanced skin benefits

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectDiffusion: Diffusion

Implementation Method 2

The composition significantly reduces the appearance of dark circles by stimulating collagen production

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectCollagen synthesis:

Implementation Method 3

assisting in the removal of heme catabolites

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectMetabolic degradation: Decomposition (biological)

Data Source

PatentEP3439744B1Chlorella compositions and use therof for reducing dark circles under the eyes

Publication Date: 2020.03.11 INFINITEC ACTIVOS SL

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AI summary

The present invention relates to lipidic compositions comprising chlorella vulgaris and to their usefulness in improving dark circles under the eyes. The invention also provides methods for preparing said compositions.