Cosmetic product

Abstract

A cosmetic product has a container defining an inner chamber: a cosmetic substance useable for applying on a part of a user's body for cosmetic purposes and accommodated in the inner chamber of the container and dispensable from it as needed; and a precious or semi-precious stone located inside the cosmetic substance accommodated in the inner chamber of the container.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

The present invention generally relates to cosmetic products used for face and body treatment.

Cosmetic products are well known and widely used. A known cosmetic product is usually a cosmetic substance accommodated in a container having an inner chamber. When needed, a user dispenses a certain quantity of the cosmetic substance from the container and applies it on her/his skin and/or body. It is believed that the existing cosmetic products can be further improved.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

Accordingly, it is an object of the present invention to provide a cosmetic product, which is a further improvement of the existing cosmetic products.

In keeping with these objects and with others which will become apparent hereinafter, one feature of the present invention resides, briefly stated in a cosmetic product, comprising a container defining an inner chamber: a cosmetic substance useable for applying on a part of a user's body for cosmetic purposes and accommodated in said inner chamber of said container and dispensable from it as needed; and a precious or semi-precious stone located inside said cosmetic substance accommodated in said inner chamber of said container.

Another feature of the present invention resides in that the cosmetic container in which said cosmetic substance is accommodated has a transparent wall, and said cosmetic substance is transparent, so that said precious or semi-precious stone is visible from outside of said container through said transparent cosmetic substance and through said transparent wall of a container.

Still a further feature of the present invention is that said cosmetic substance has a health-enhancing property, and said precious or semi-precious stone has a health-enhancing property, so that both said cosmetic substance and said precious or semi-precious stone have the health-enhancing properties.

A further feature of the present invention resides in that said precious or semi-precious stone has a property which influences a property of said cosmetic substance when said precious or semi-precious stone is located in said cosmetic substance accommodated in said container.

A further feature of the present invention resides in that said precious or semi-precious stone has a weight such that it sinks in said cosmetic substance and is located substantially close to a bottom of said container.

A further feature of the present invention resides in that said container has a dispensing opening, said precious or semi-precious stone having a size which is smaller than a size of said opening.

In accordance with a further feature of the present invention said precious or semi-precious stone is configured so that during shaking of the cosmetic product it improves homogeneity of said cosmetic substance. It can be also configured as a faceted precious or semi-precious stone and formed as a crystal.

The precious or semi-precious stone can be citrine precious or semi-precious stone, amber precious or semi-precious stone, and others.

The cosmetic substance can be an oil selected from the group consisting of apricot oil, arnica oil, avocado oil, borage oil, calendula oil, carrot seed oil, chamomile oil, evening primrose oil, jojoba oil, sesame oil, sea buckthorn oil, vitamin E oil, wheat germ oil, rosewood oil, argan oil, macadamia nut oil and other oils. The cosmetic substance can also be a serum, a lotion, etc.

The novel features which are considered as characteristic for the present invention are set forth in particular in the appended claims. The invention itself, however, both as to its construction and its method of operation, together with additional objects and advantages thereof, will be best understood from the following description of specific embodiments when read in connection with the accompanying drawings.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The single FIGURE of the drawings is a view showing a cosmetic product in accordance with the present invention.

DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

A cosmetic product in accordance with the present invention has a container identified with reference numeral 1. The container has a bottom wall 2, a peripheral wall 3, and an upper wall 4 which together define an inner chamber 5. A closeable and openable opening 6 is formed, for example, in the upper wall 4.

A cosmetic substance 7 is accommodated in the inner chamber 5 of the container 1. A precious or semi-precious stone 8 is located in the cosmetic substance 7 accommodated in the inner chamber 5 of the container 1. Therefore the container 1 accommodates both the cosmetic substance 7 and the precious or semi-precious stone 8.

A wall or a part of a wall, for example a part of the peripheral wall 3 of the container 1 of the inventive cosmetic product can be transparent, and the cosmetic substance 7 accommodated in the container 1 can be transparent. In this case the precious or semi-precious stone 8 can be seen by a user through the transparent wall of the container and through the transparent cosmetic substance.

The cosmetic substance of the cosmetic product has certain healing properties. Some cosmetic substances in the present invention are specified hereinbelow.

Apricot oil can be used in the present invention and is known for its ability to penetrate the skin without leaving an oily feel. Its softening and moisturizing properties are great for prematurely aged, dry irritated, sensitive skin. It helps to calm inflammations due to eczema and dermatitis. Apricot oil is rich in essential fatty acids like oleic and linolenic acids, and it is high in vitamins A and E.

Arnica oil can be used in the present invention and is famous for its anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory qualities and healing powers; it has been used for centuries to treat bruises and sprains, to reduce pain and swelling, to improve and speed up wound healing and to stimulate blood circulation.

Avocado oil can be used in the present invention and is easily absorbed into deep tissue making it ideal for mature skin. Benefits of Avocado oil include: penetrates skin deeply; contains vitamins A, E, B-complex, D, lecithin, potassium, beta-carotene, and more than 20% of essential unsaturated fatty acid; high on sterolins which are reputed to reduce age spots, help heal sun damage and scars; extremely useful for nourishing, moisturizing, regenerating and rejuvenating skin.

Borage oil has been known and used for close to 1,500 years. It is the richest known natural source (24%) of essential fatty acid GLA (Gamma-Linolenic Acid). Borage oil provides a potent anti-inflammatory effect, protects skin tissue from damage and water loss. Everyday use of borage oil has been shown to be very effective in treating redness, inflammation and moisture loss associated with dry skin.

Calendula oil can be used in the present invention and is beneficial for all skin types. It is one of the most popular herbal anti-fungal and anti-bacterial remedies. Calendula promotes skin healing and cell regeneration. It is excellent for helping to heal all kinds of skin damage—wounds, scars, burns, scalds, abrasions, infections and inflammations—but is especially efficient for dry or aging skin as a tonic, soothing oil and provides powerful protection from age-related skin thinning. Good for scars prevention.

Carrot seed oil is rich in beta-carotene and vitamins B, C, D and E. This oil is a powerful ingredient helping to rejuvenate tired, aged, damaged and dehydrated skin. It helps to remove toxic buildup and to eliminate excess water in the tissue. Due to the strengthening effect on the red blood cells carrot seed oil improves complexion of dry and oily skin while toning the skin, increasing its elasticity and firmness.

Chamomile oil can be used in the present invention and is known for its anti-inflammatory, antibiotic and excellent skin calming properties and is extremely effective in soothing, healing and regenerating the skin tissue.

Evening primrose oil can be used in the present invention and has moisturizing properties which are outstanding for dry aging skin. It is rich in linolenic acid—an essential fatty acid. Skin care benefits of evening primrose oil include: hydrating dry skin; good for general skin rejuvenating process; lightens dark circles around the eyes; calms acne flair ups due to its ability to dilute sebum production; beneficial for rosacea, atopic dermatitis and eczema; reduces fine lines and wrinkles.

Jojoba oil can be used in the present invention is so similar to human sebum (skin oil) that when applied it can “trick” the skin into thinking it produced enough oil and thus balances skin oil production. It is readily absorbed without making the feeling greasy, and has an exceptional ability to minimize fine lines and wrinkles, promotes skin rejuvenation and suppleness. Jojoba oil is very stable, and does not become rancid or lose its anti-oxidants even after long periods of storage.

Neroli oil can be used in the present invention and has great therapeutic properties, is highly antiseptic and bactericidal. It helps to regenerate skin cells and is used to prevent formation of scar tissue, to fight stretch marks, broken capillaries and soften wrinkles. Neroli has a very fresh, citrusy, exotic and incredibly pleasant aroma, it gives an overall feeling of wellbeing and relaxation.

Sesame oil can be used in the present invention and is rich in anti-oxidants thus pulling toxins from the skin tissue. It helps to prevent blackheads, to clear pimples and to fade dark spots. Sesame oil is packed with vitamin E, lecithin, amino-acids, protein and minerals and has anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-viral properties.

Sea buckthorn oil can be used in the present invention is one of the most exciting natural remedies available today. It is widely used in skin care and also often as a dietary supplement. Due to its richness in nutrients required for metabolism of healthy skin Sea buckthorn oil helps to combat wrinkles, skin dryness and other symptoms of malnourished, prematurely aging skin. Sea buckthorn oil contains vitamins A, B1,B2, C, E AND P and it is used to encourage healing of skin injuries, burns, sunburns, acne wounds and eczema.

Vitamin E oil is a natural preservative and anti-oxidant, vital in protecting skin cells from ultra-violet light, pollution and other elements that produce skin damaging free radicals and it offers variety of benefits for skin care: products containing Vitamin E oil can help reduce appearance of fine line and wrinkles, age spots and stretch marks; reduces transdermal water loss from skin and strengthens the skin's barrier functions.

Wheat germ oil can be used in the present invention and is rich in vitamins A, B, B2, B3, D, E, and F, contains proteins, lecithin and squalene. It is an excellent for dry and aging skin and is a strong anti-oxidant. Wheat germ oil is great for psoriases and eczema, helps to heal sun damaged skin cells, burns, scars, skin ulcers and stretch marks. It can improve poor blood circulation.

Rosewood oil is regarded as superior cell stimulant and tissue regenerator with anti-aging, anti-septic, ant-bacterial, and anti-viral and wound healing properties; it is stimulant and tonic and is known for its aphrodisiac effect. Rosewood oil applied to the face helps to reduce onset of blackheads, pimples and acne by controlling the amount of sebum secreted by the oil glands. Rosewood oil is good for all skin types.

Argan oil is medicinal and anti-aging oil. It has twice as much Vitamin E as olive oil and is rich in antioxidants. It helps to prevent skin moisture loss and is ideal as a skin protector in cold weather. It helps to reduce scarring, softens dry skin anywhere on the body and helps to reduce wrinkles by restoring the skin's lipid barrier. Argan oil leaves the skin feeling soft and delays the aging process.

Macadamia nut oil is good for all skin types but especially beneficial for dry and mature skin due to the highest amount of palmitoleic acid (Omega 7 monounsaturated fatty acid) of any plant oils. This acid is naturally present in human sebum of young people. As one ages the amount reduces considerably, hence this oil is extremely useful for the skin of people over 40 or so. This oil acts as an antioxidant (high Vitamin E content), helps healing wounds, and helps to retain skin moisture. It is absorbed easily by skin and scalp.

Also other oils can be in the cosmetic product in accordance with the present invention used as well.

The above-listed cosmetic substance are distributed for example by

Puritans Pride, Bohemia, N.Y., USA, Sweet Orange Oil

Wellington Fragnace Company, Livonia, Mich., USA, Carrot Seed Oil

New Directions Aromatics, Sydney Australia, Borage Seed Oil

Mountain Rose Herbs, Eugene, Oreg., Jojoba Oil; Avocado Oil; Evening Primrose

Oil; Wheat Germ Oil,

Onecoup Life Science, Deyang City, Sichuan, China, Sea Buckthorn Oil,

Some compositions and method of their manufacture and presented hereinbelow.

Jojoba Oil

Method of extraction: Cold Pressed/Unrefined, Jojoba oil comes from the beans of the shrub like plant, simmondsia chinensis. This is the highest grade certified organic, cold pressed oil (actually a liquid plant wax). It is bright and golden in color and is regarded as the most favored in the carrier oil family because of its advanced molecular stability. Also makes a great scalp cleanser for the hair, and is equally wonderful for the skin because it has absorption properties that are similar to our skin's own sebum.

Specifications

Color—Golden

Odor—Mild and thick/characteristic

Acid Value—0.3

Peroxide Value—0.5

Non-Saponifiables—49

Saponification Value—90.1

Iodine Value—82.2

Specific Gravity−0.865

pH−4.21

Fatty Acids

Erucic—13.6%

Gadoleic—71.3%

Oleic—11.2%

Avocado Oil

Specifications

Color—Dark Green

Odor—Characteristic

Free Fatty Acids—0.85

Peroxide Value—2.8

Non-Saponifiables—0.69

Saponification Value—198.5

Iodine Value—82.11

Specific Gravity—0.913

Chlorophyll—18 ppm

pH—4.22

Fatty Acids

Linoleic—9.8%

Linolenic—0.7%

Oleic—63.0%

Palmitic—15.8%

Palmitoleic—4.7%

Primrose Oil

Specifications

Color—Yellow

Odor—Characteristic

Acid Value—0.34

Heavy Metals—<0.20 ppm

Pesticide Residue—Tested Negative

Peroxide Value—0.66

Non-Saponifiables—1.5%

Saponification Value—191.5

Iodine Value—

Specific Gravity—0.92

pH—4.51

Fatty Acids

Gamma Linolenic—9.3%

Linoleic—74.2%

Oleic—7.0%

Palmitic—6.2%

Stearic—2.2%

Wheat Germ Oil

Specifications

Color—Amber/Brown

Odor—Heavy

Free Fatty Acids—0.3

Peroxide Value—1.7

Non-Saponifiables—3.2

Saponification Value—180-195

Iodine Value—130

Specific Gravity—0.92

pH—4.25

Vitamin E Content—300-400 IU/100 g

Alpha Tocopherols—313 IU/100 g

Beta and Gamma Tocopherols—29 IU/100 g

Fatty Acids

Oleic—12.1%

Palmitic—17.1%

Linoleic—58.4%

Linolenic—9.2%

Borage Seed Oil

Specifications

Color—Yellow with a very faint green hue

Odor—Characteristic

Acid Value—2.1

Heavy Metals—None Detected

Pesticides—None Detected

Peroxide Value—1.4

Non-Saponifiables—0.78%

Saponification Value—190.6

Iodine Value—

Specific Gravity—0.917

pH—4.26

Fatty Acids

Docosenoic—2.2%

Icosenoic—3.8%

Gamma Linolenic—20.1%

Linoleic—38.8%

Oleic—17.9%

Palmitic—10%

Stearic—3.6%

The cosmetic substance 7 of the inventive product uses the healing processes of natural botanicals to bring your skin a warm dewy glow that seems to shine from within. It significantly soothes skin damaged by the application of drying retinol treatments or other medications. Yet it is light and refreshing, does not feel oily or heavy, and has been specifically formulated to have a pleasing aroma that will not overpower the senses.

In accordance with the present invention the precious or semi-precious stone 8 in the inventive cosmetic product also has healing properties.

The healing powers of precious and semi-precious stones in particular in crystalline form, or crystals, have been documented. When the precious or semi-precious stone 8 is accommodated in the cosmetic substance, its properties also influence the healing properties of the cosmetic substance. There is a new synergistic relationship between the mineral, the precious or semi-precious stone 8, and botanical, the cosmetic substance 7, and the physical body, to provide healthy skin.

The precious or semi-precious stone 6 can be for example Citrine precious or semi-precious stone. Citrine is a variety of Quartz and has many positive attributes that relate to healing. Citrine is said to be able to warm, cleanse and energize the body, and purify the system.

It has been stated that Citrine imparts joy, wonder, delight and enthusiasm, raises self-esteem and self-confidence, stimulates the brain, strengthening the intellect. It also enhances concentration and revitalizes the mind, and it releases negative traits, depression, fears and phobias. Citrine also reverses degenerative diseases, stimulates digestion, the spleen and pancreas, negates kidney and bladder infections, helps eye problems, increases blood circulation, detoxifies the blood, activates the thymus and balances the thyroid, relieves constipation and removes cellulite.

Another example of the precious or semi-precious stone 8 in accordance with the present invention is amber precious or semi-precious stone, which also has healing properties. Also, other precious or semi-precious stones, can be used in the product in accordance with the present invention.

It is important feature of the present invention, that the precious or semi-precious stone 8 provides an influence on the cosmetic substance 7. For example, Citrine transmits and diffuses energy. When it is located in the cosmetic substance 7 its energy is transmitted to the cosmetic substance and enhance its healing properties.

In accordance with the invention the precious or semi-precious stone 8 can have a weight selected so that it sinks into the cosmetic substance 7 and is located closed to the bottom of the container 1. Thereby if the substance is being poured out of the container the precious or semi-precious stone does not leave the container with the cosmetic substance 7.

The precious or semi-precious stone 8 has a size which is smaller than the size of the opening of the container. Therefore when all cosmetic substance 7 has been used, the precious or semi-precious stone 8 can be removed from the container through the opening.

When the precious or semi-precious stone 8 is removed from the container, it can be used by a user for further purposes, which also constitutes the important feature of the present invention.

A piece of jewelry can be made with the precious or semi-precious stone 8 placed into a necklace, a bracelet, a ring, an earring, etc. and worn by the user. The precious or semi-precious stone can be also just carried by the user to draw off stress and negativity from her/his body.

The cosmetic substances can also include serums, lotions, etc.

It will be understood that each of the elements described above, or two or more together, may also find a useful application in other types of products differing from the type described above.

The precious or semi-precious stone can be configured, by selecting its weight, shape, etc, so that when the cosmetic product is shaken, it improves uniformity of its density distributed or its homogeneity.

When the precious or semi-precious stone is formed as a faceted precious or semi-precious stone or a faceted crystal, this action can be further improved.

While the invention has been illustrated and described as embodied in a cosmetic product, it is not intended to be limited to the details shown, since various modifications and structural changes may be made without departing in any way from the spirit of the present invention.

Without further analysis, the foregoing will so fully reveal the gist of the present invention that others can, be applying current knowledge, readily adapt it for various applications without omitting features that, from the standpoint of prior art, fairly constitute essential characteristics of the generic or specific aspects of this invention.

Claims

1. A cosmetic product, comprising

a container defining an inner chamber and having a substantially transparent side wall;

a cosmetic substance useable for applying on a part of a user's body for cosmetic purposes and accommodated in said inner chamber of said container and dispensable from it as needed, said cosmetic substance being substantially transparent; and

a precious or semi-precious stone located inside said cosmetic substance accommodated in said inner chamber of said container;

wherein said precious or semi-precious stone is visible from outside of said container through said transparent cosmetic substance and through said transparent wall of said container.

2. (canceled)

3. The cosmetic product as defined in claim 1, wherein said cosmetic substance has a health-enhancing property, and said precious or semi-precious stone also has a health enhancing property, so that both said cosmetic substance and said precious or semi-precious stone have the health-enhancing properties.

4. The cosmetic product as defined in claim 3, wherein said precious or semi-precious stone has a property which influences a property of said cosmetic substance when said precious or semi-precious stone is located in said cosmetic substance accommodated in said container.

5. The cosmetic product as defined in claim 1, wherein said precious or semi-precious stone has a weight such that it sinks in said cosmetic substance and is located substantially close to a bottom of said container to prevent discharging of said precious or semi-precious stone with said cosmetic substance.

6. The cosmetic product as defined in claim 1, wherein said container has a dispensing opening, said precious or semi-precious stone having a size which is smaller than a size of said opening to allow its removal upon using of said cosmetic substance.

7. The cosmetic product as defined in claim 1, wherein said precious or semi-precious stone is configured as a precious or semi-precious stone capable of being used in an article of jewelry upon its removal from said cosmetic substance and said container.

8. The cosmetic product as defined in claim 1, wherein said precious or semi-precious stone is configured so that during shaking of the cosmetic product it improves homogeneity of said cosmetic substance.

9. The cosmetic product as defined in claim 1, wherein said precious or semi-precious stone is configured as a faceted precious or semi-precious stone in crystalline form.

10. The cosmetic product as defined in claim 1, wherein said precious or semi-precious stone located in said cosmetic substance accommodated in said container is citrine.

11. The cosmetic product as defined in claim 1, wherein said precious or semi-precious stone located in said cosmetic substance accommodated in said container is amber.

12. The cosmetic product as defined in claim 1, wherein said cosmetic substance is an oil selected from the group consisting of apricot oil, arnica oil, avocado oil, borage oil, calendula oil, carrot seed oil, chamomile oil, evening primrose oil, jojoba oil, sesame oil, sea buckthorn oil, vitamin E oil, wheat germ oil, rosewood oil, argan oil, and macadamia nut oil.

13. The cosmetic product as defined in claim 1, wherein said precious or semi-precious stone is configured to improve uniformity of density of said cosmetic substance upon shaking of said container.

14. The cosmetic product as defined in claim 1, wherein said cosmetic substance is substance selected from the group consisting of a serum and a lotion.