Microbubble Washing Composition Enzymatic Skin Cleaning

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional washing agents fail to reliably remove sebum and old keratin from human or animal skin surfaces, leading to issues like dandruff, itching, and skin disease exacerbation, especially for sensitive skin or pets.

Innovation Solution

A microbubble washing composition comprising protease and lipase, with specific alkali metal salts and silica-based desiccants, introduced into water to create microbubbles for effective skin cleansing.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If conventional washing agents are used, then washing can be performed, but sebum and old keratin cannot be reliably removed from skin surfaces

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvewashing effectivenessVSAvoidsebum and keratin accumulation
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSObject-generated harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent changes the chemical parameters of the washing composition by incorporating specific enzymes (protease and lipase) that chemically decompose sebum and keratin. This enzymatic action fundamentally alters the washing mechanism from simple surfactant-based cleaning to biochemical decomposition, enabling reliable removal of stubborn substances like sebum and old keratin that conventional agents cannot eliminate.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The washing composition uses a composite formulation combining protease, lipase, and surfactants. This composite approach leverages the synergistic effects of different components: protease breaks down keratin, lipase breaks down sebum, and surfactants provide general cleaning and foaming properties. The combination creates a more effective washing system than any single component alone.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #40Composite materials

2Reliability

If washing frequency is increased to maintain cleanliness, then skin cleanliness improves, but skin disease may worsen and skin becomes rough

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveskin cleanlinessVSAvoidskin disease and sensitivity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces mechanical washing actions (rubbing, scrubbing) with biochemical decomposition through enzymes. The protease and lipase chemically break down sebum and keratin without requiring vigorous mechanical action, thereby maintaining skin cleanliness while avoiding mechanical irritation that can worsen skin diseases and cause roughness.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

Solution Approach 2:

The washing composition is designed with specific enzyme concentrations and pH conditions optimized for gentle yet effective decomposition of skin impurities. This parameter optimization allows the washing agent to be effective at lower concentrations and with milder application, reducing skin irritation while maintaining cleanliness.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

3Ease of operation

If known washing agents are used, then washing can be performed, but dandruff, itching, and odor occur after washing

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvewashing convenienceVSAvoiddandruff, itching, and odor
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSObject-generated harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The enzymatic components in the washing composition perform self-service by automatically decomposing organic matter like sebum, keratin, and dandruff during the washing process. The protease and lipase actively seek out and break down these substances without requiring additional mechanical intervention, thereby preventing dandruff, itching, and odor formation while maintaining washing convenience.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

4Reliability

If washing time is extended to remove sebum and keratin, then cleaning effectiveness improves, but time consumption increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecleaning effectivenessVSAvoidwashing time
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The enzymes in the washing composition begin decomposing sebum and keratin immediately upon contact with the skin, performing preliminary biochemical action before rinsing. This pre-decomposition process occurs during the brief washing period, eliminating the need for extended washing times while achieving thorough cleaning effectiveness.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The patent replaces time-consuming mechanical scrubbing with rapid biochemical decomposition. The protease and lipase enzymes work quickly to break down sebum and keratin through chemical reactions, achieving effective cleaning in a short time without requiring prolonged mechanical agitation or extended washing duration.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

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 microbubble washing method effectively removes sebum and keratin in a short time, maintains skin cleanliness, prevents skin diseases, and accelerates healing, while being safe for sensitive skin and pets, with improved odor control and reduced irritation.

Implementation Method 1

a washing liquid obtained by adding a microbubble washing composition including a protease and a lipase to water

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectEnzyme: Enzyme

Implementation Method 2

sebum and old keratin adhering to the surfaces of the pores of a human body or an animal and wastes (sebum) inside the pores can be reliably removed

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectHydrolysis: Hydrolysis

Implementation Method 3

introducing microbubbles into the composition when washing human hair or skin or a pet such as a dog

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectMicrobubble adhesion: Adsorption

Data Source

PatentUS8216557B2Methods of treating skin disease, scalp disease, sensitive skin or suppressing hair loss with microbubble washing compositions
Publication Date: 2012.07.10 TOWA ENZYME
  • US8216557B2 patent drawing

AI summary

The present invention provides a microbubble washing composition for washing a human body or an animal, a microbubble washing method using the microbubble washing composition, and a microbubble washing apparatus suitable for carrying out the method are provided which are capable of safely removing sebum and old keratin adhering to the surfaces of the pores in a short period of time, keeping the skin clean for a long period of time, preventing an odor. Specifically, the present invention provides a microbubble washing composition for washing a human body or an animal including a protease and a lipase, a microbubble washing method for washing a human body or an animal including washing a human body or an animal using a washing liquid containing the washing composition and microbubbles, and a microbubble washing apparatus.