Soluble Solid Cosmetic Composition for Compact Packaging
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Solution Overview
Problem
The cosmetic industry faces challenges with large packaging sizes that result in significant material usage and waste, contributing to environmental issues, as well as the generation of single-use vials that are only partially recyclable.
Innovation Solution
Formulating cosmetic products in a solid form that can be dissolved in water to create a fluid product, comprising water-soluble cosmetic active agents, agglomerating agents, preservatives, and pH-modifying agents, allowing for compact packaging and easy reconstitution without the need for mixing apparatuses.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If cosmetic products are provided in ready-to-use fluid formulations in large packaging units, then the products are convenient for immediate use, but the packaging size increases leading to higher material usage and storage space requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The cosmetic product is segmented into concentrated solid form units that can be divided into smaller portions. Each solid unit contains the complete formulation in concentrated form, allowing users to use only the required amount while storing multiple compact units, thereby reducing the volume of packaging material needed compared to large fluid containers.
Solution Approach 2:
The product formulation parameters are changed from fluid to solid state by removing water and other volatile components, concentrating the active ingredients. This parameter change allows the same cosmetic functionality to be achieved in a compact solid form that requires minimal packaging volume while maintaining ease of use through simple reconstitution or direct application.
2Quantity of substance
If large packaging units are used for cosmetic products, then sufficient product quantity is provided for multiple uses, but the amount of packaging material and storage space increases negatively impacting the environment
Solution Approach 1:
Instead of providing one large packaging unit, the invention segments the product into multiple small solid units. Each unit contains a complete or partial formulation that can be used independently. This segmentation reduces the total packaging material required while providing sufficient product quantity through multiple reusable or recyclable small units, thereby reducing environmental impact.
Solution Approach 2:
The solid cosmetic units are designed to be compact, inexpensive, and easily replaceable. Rather than using large durable packaging that is difficult to recycle, the invention employs small solid units that can be quickly disposed of or replaced after use, reducing the environmental burden of packaging waste while ensuring sufficient product quantity through bulk purchase of multiple units.
3Reliability
If single-use vials are used for cosmetic products, then hygiene and product freshness are maintained, but waste generation increases as the vials are only partially recyclable
Solution Approach 1:
The solid cosmetic units are designed to be self-contained and self-sufficient, maintaining hygiene and product freshness without requiring complex vial systems. Each solid unit is individually packaged in a simple, recyclable container that protects the product until use. The solid form itself acts as a barrier to contamination, eliminating the need for complex single-use vial systems and reducing waste.
4Volume of stationary object
If cosmetic products are formulated in solid form for water dissolution, then packaging size is reduced and waste is minimized, but the formulation complexity increases requiring water-soluble ingredients and proper dissolution characteristics
Solution Approach 1:
The invention changes the physical state parameter of the cosmetic formulation from fluid to solid by removing water and other volatile components. This parameter change necessitates the use of water-soluble or water-dispersible ingredients and requires optimization of dissolution characteristics. However, this complexity is offset by the significant reduction in packaging volume and the simplicity of the solid unit structure, making the overall system more efficient.
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
This approach reduces packaging size and waste, enables easy reconstitution of cosmetic products, and provides a transparent, homogenous fluid cosmetic with improved environmental sustainability.
Implementation Method 1
compositions in solid form comprising a cosmetic agent, for dilution into a fluid cosmetic agent, such as water
Data Source
AI summary
The invention relates to a composition in solid form comprising cosmetic actives which is soluble and a method for producing the same. Also provided is a kit comprising two or more compositions in solid form and a vial for reconstituting, holding and dispensing a fluid cosmetic.