JP2001340416A - Ultrasonic cosmetic apparatus - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide an ultrasonic cosmetic apparatus that can set a source of an ultrasonic cosmetic treatment adapted to individual users without training in the course of skin care and can confirm the conditions of skin by irradiating a black light lamp on the skin. SOLUTION: This ultrasonic cosmetic apparatus comprises an ultrasonic probe, a driving means for the ultrasonic probe, an input means for inputting various parameters, and a control means including a microcomputer that controls the driving means according to the inputted parameters inputted by the input means or a preinstalled program and decides an indication exhibited on a display means.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to an ultrasonic cosmetic device for applying ultrasonic waves to human skin to promote metabolism, promote blood circulation, decompose fat, and promote facial cleansing.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, ultrasonic waves act on the skin of a human body,
As a cosmetic device, an ultrasonic cosmetic device having a flat skin contact surface at the tip of an ultrasonic transducer and having a probe operated by a vibration driving mechanism is used. In order to perform a cosmetic treatment with such an ultrasonic cosmetic device, the probe is applied to the skin with a vibration medium such as a gel applied directly to the skin contact surface of the probe or the skin to be subjected to the cosmetic treatment. Generally, a sound wave is applied.

[0003]

In a conventional ultrasonic cosmetic device of this type, when performing ultrasonic cosmetic treatment and subsequent skin conditioning, a practitioner operates according to the instruction manual of the device or
Based on our unique knowledge, the ultrasonic wave consisting of the output value of the ultrasonic wave to be irradiated, the skin and body parts to be irradiated with the ultrasonic wave, the speed of moving the ultrasonic transducer (probe), the time of ultrasonic irradiation, etc. After finishing the beauty course or the ultrasonic beauty, the type of cosmetics to be applied to the face and the body, the site to which the cosmetics are applied, and the like were determined by oneself. In this case, it is conceivable that not only a first-time user but also a considerably experienced person may not be performing a treatment with an optimal setting for his / her skin or the like. Therefore, even if it is an unusual beauty treatment, there may be no result at all, and in the worst case, for example, excessive output, use time, mistake in selection of cosmetics, etc., it will adversely affect the skin Or the elastic fibers of the teeth are broken and the gums are reduced,
It is also conceivable that eyestrain may occur or the fat around the ears may sway, resulting in reduced ear function. In the body, if the probe is partially stopped, bones may be destroyed or burns may occur. Furthermore, if the output is high, the capillaries may be damaged.

[0004] In order to avoid such inappropriate beauty treatments, human resources with the capability of the apparatus and deep knowledge of the skin of the human body are trained to become instructors. On the other hand, there were problems such as the necessity of formulating and educating a correct ultrasonic beauty course and skin conditioning course.

[0005] Further, with this kind of conventional apparatus, there is no way to check the skin condition of the practitioner before or after the treatment. Therefore, it is impossible to check the skin condition of the practitioner before the treatment and determine where to perform the beauty treatment with emphasis.
Also, the results could not be confirmed after the treatment.

Furthermore, the operation of the ultrasonic probe involves heat generation, and the conventional temperature control of the ultrasonic probe in this type of apparatus is not sufficient, and there is a problem in terms of safety. There was also.

An object of the present invention is to provide an ultrasonic cosmetic device which can solve the above-mentioned problems of the prior art.

[0008]

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION An ultrasonic cosmetic device according to the present invention comprises an ultrasonic probe for applying ultrasonic vibration to a site where cosmetic treatment is to be performed, a driving means for the ultrasonic probe, and Input means for inputting various parameters such as age, gender, body size, etc. necessary for the operation, display means for displaying instructions to the operator, and parameters input by the input means or pre-installed Control means including a microcomputer for controlling the driving means according to a program and determining an instruction to be displayed on the display means.

[0009] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the control means is configured to be operated by the microcomputer based on at least one of a condition of the skin at the site, an amount of water and fat, and counseling by the microcomputer. Performing, the value of the output of the ultrasonic wave to be applied to the skin quality of the part, the part of the skin to be irradiated with the ultrasonic wave, the speed of moving the ultrasonic vibrator, the time of ultrasonic irradiation, etc. After completion of the course or ultrasonic beauty, a skin conditioning course is determined which includes the type of cosmetic to be applied to the site, the instruction of the site to which the cosmetic is applied, and the like.

According to another embodiment of the present invention, the control means performs the calculation by the microcomputer based on parameters such as age, gender, body size and the like inputted by the input means. An ultrasonic cosmetic course consisting of a value of an ultrasonic output to be applied to the body, a part of the body to be irradiated with the ultrasonic waves, a time to be irradiated with the ultrasonic waves, and the like is determined.

According to yet another embodiment of the present invention,
The determined course is displayed on the display means, so that the practitioner can perform a regular ultrasonic cosmetic course, ultrasonic irradiation along the skin preparation course, and apply cosmetics.

According to yet another embodiment of the present invention,
There is further provided a black light lamp for illuminating the part so that the condition of the skin at the part where the cosmetic treatment is to be performed or the state of the skin after the cosmetic treatment can be confirmed.

According to yet another embodiment of the present invention,
The control means manages the lighting time or timing of the black light lamp by the microcomputer or the timer.

According to yet another embodiment of the present invention,
The control means manages the lighting time of the black light lamp by the microcomputer, calculates the degree of consumption of the black light lamp, and instructs the replacement time of the black light lamp.

According to yet another embodiment of the present invention,
The ultrasonic probe is provided with a temperature sensor so as to be brought into contact with the surface of the ultrasonic transducer opposite to the skin contact surface of the probe, and the control unit detects the temperature by the temperature sensor. The microcomputer performs an operation according to the value, and controls the temperature of the ultrasonic vibrator, the value of the output of the ultrasonic wave to be irradiated, and the time to irradiate the ultrasonic wave.

According to yet another embodiment of the present invention,
The control means reserves various parameters input by the input means in a memory attached to the microcomputer for each individual, reduces the necessity of recalculation by the microcomputer, and makes a result of the cosmetic treatment performed by the practitioner. It is possible to confirm.

According to yet another embodiment of the present invention,
The display means notifies the practitioner of the switching of the facial skin or body part to be irradiated with the ultrasonic wave, alone or with an alarm such as a buzzer.

According to yet another embodiment of the present invention,
The ultrasonic probe comprises a separate ultrasonic probe for the face and an ultrasonic probe for the body, and the ultrasonic probe for the face and the ultrasonic probe for the body are each fixedly connected to the driving means. ing.

According to yet another embodiment of the present invention,
The entire case is in the form of a briefcase, the entire case is divided into two, and includes a main body case portion and an open case portion hingedly connected to the main body case portion. The driving means and the control means are arranged in the main body case part, and the input means and the display means are arranged on the upper surface of the main body case part. ing.

According to yet another embodiment of the present invention,
The opening case portion is provided with a mirror that allows a part of the body to be subjected to cosmetic treatment to be projected and viewed, and further, a black light lamp is disposed around the mirror.

According to yet another embodiment of the present invention,
A handle is provided on the main body case portion, and the handle is rotatable with respect to the main body case portion, and is suitable to be carried on the hand when carrying the ultrasonic cosmetic device, and When the ultrasonic cosmetic device is used, the ultrasonic cosmetic device has a shape suitable for being housed in a concave shape in the outline of the main body case portion.

[0022]

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS Next, the present invention will be described in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings according to embodiments and examples of the present invention.

FIG. 1 is a schematic external perspective view showing a portable ultrasonic cosmetic device which can be carried in a hand as an embodiment of the present invention in an opened state in use. As shown in FIG. 1, the ultrasonic cosmetic device of this embodiment has a form like a brief case as a whole, and the entire case is divided into two parts. 20. The open case 20 is hinged so that it can be opened and closed with respect to the main body case 10.
Connected on the back side via The main body case portion 10 is provided with a handle 11 on the near side. The ultrasonic cosmetic device can be carried by holding the handle 11 by hand in a state where the open case portion 20 is closed and locked with respect to the main body case portion 10. The detailed structure of the handle 11 will be described later.

In the state shown in FIG. 1, a liquid crystal display screen 12 is provided on the upper surface of the main body case portion 10 at a substantially central portion on the near side. A key 13 is provided. Further, a recess 14 is formed on the upper surface of the main body case portion 10 on the right side of the liquid crystal display screen 12, and a relatively small ultrasonic probe 15 for a face can be stored in the recess 14. It has become. Further, a recess 16 is formed on the upper surface of the main body case portion 10 at a portion on the back side of the liquid crystal display screen 12, and a relatively large ultrasonic probe 17 for a body is placed in the recess 16. It can be stored. A power switch 18 is provided on the upper surface of the main body case section 10 on the front left side.

On the other hand, a mirror 21 is disposed at a substantially central portion on the front surface of the opening case portion 20 so as to reflect the face of the practitioner. A light lamp (ultraviolet lamp) 22 is provided.

A power supply unit,
Ultrasonic probe 15 for face and ultrasonic probe 1 for body
Oscillating circuit for 7 and black light lamp 22
And an electric circuit section including a control circuit for a black light lighting circuit, an ultrasonic oscillation circuit, a black light lighting circuit, a liquid crystal display screen, and the like. FIG. 2 is a block diagram schematically illustrating an example of such an electric circuit unit.

The electric circuit section illustrated in FIG. 2 includes a 3.3 volt DC power supply 41, a 15 volt DC power supply 42 connected to an external 100 volt AC power supply via the power switch 18, Ultrasonic oscillation circuit 43 for energizing ultrasonic probe 15 and body ultrasonic probe 17
A black light lighting circuit 44 including a black light on / off switch for energizing the black light lamp 22, and an ultrasonic oscillation circuit 4 based on a control program stored therein and input from the operation keys 13 and the like.
3. Black light lighting circuit 44 and liquid crystal display screen 1
And a control circuit 45 including a microcomputer or the like for controlling the operation of the control unit 2.

Next, the detailed configuration and operation of each part of the electric circuit will be described. FIG. 3 shows the connection relationship between the ultrasonic oscillation circuit 43 and the black light lighting circuit 44 controlled by the CPU 45A included in the control circuit 45, and the face ultrasonic probe 15, the body ultrasonic probe 17, and the black light lamp 22. FIG. First, control of turning on and off the black light lamp 22 will be described.
According to the present invention, it is provided to make it easy to confirm the skin condition of the practitioner before or after cosmetic treatment. The black light lamp 22 emits light having a wavelength in the ultraviolet region when it is turned on. As described later, when the black light lamp 22 is irradiated on the skin of a practitioner, the black light lamp 22 has a property of making it easier to visually grasp the skin condition. It was done. On the other hand, if a large amount of light from the black light lamp 22 is applied to the skin, there is a risk that the skin may be adversely affected such as sunburn or burns. Therefore, when the black light lamp 22 is turned on, it is preferable to wear sunglasses except when looking around the eyes. Therefore, it is advisable to attach UV-cut sunglasses as an option. Also,
If the black light lamp 22 is forgotten to be turned off or if the apparatus is left as it is, there is a danger that the heat will deform the main body case made of resin and eventually cause a fire. Therefore, the operation of turning on and off the black light lamp 22 must be strictly controlled. In addition, it has been confirmed that a lighting device such as a fluorescent lamp such as the black light lamp 22 is consumed due to repetition of turning on and off of electricity, and the illuminance of the black light lamp 22 is lost if the turning on and off is performed frequently. Even if the black light lamp 22 with low illuminance is used, the skin condition cannot be correctly determined. Since the practitioner cannot judge how much the black light lamp 22 is worn out, there is a danger of performing an incorrect diagnosis. Therefore, the life of the black light lamp 22 should be monitored for safety and replaced at an appropriate time. You also need to do it.

As shown in FIG. 3, a black light on / off switch 44A is provided between the black light lighting circuit 44 and the power supply. The switch 44A can be turned on and off by a practitioner for a limited period under the control of the control circuit 45 (a microcomputer including the CPU 45A), and is automatically turned off. I have. More specifically, the switch 44A operates so that the black light lamp 22 can be turned on through the black light lighting circuit 44 when turned on by the practitioner at a predetermined time set by the microcomputer. After the black light lamp 22 is turned on, the timer managed by the microcomputer or the timer set by the operation of the microcomputer is operated so that the black light lamp 22 is automatically turned off after a predetermined time. It is possible to prevent the practitioner from forgetting to erase. The set time of the timer may be the time set and displayed by the operator on the liquid crystal display screen 12 using the operation keys 13. For monitoring the life of the black light lamp 22, the CPU 45A writes the number of times of lighting into the memory every time the light is turned on.
When the number of times exceeds 0, a screen for replacing the lamp is displayed on the liquid crystal display screen 12. Also, for example, 6
If the number of times exceeds 00, a warning is displayed on the liquid crystal display screen so that the beauty treatment cannot be performed (in this case, neither ultrasound nor face diagnosis is possible).

Next, the operation and temperature control of the face ultrasonic probe 15 and the body ultrasonic probe 17 will be described in detail. Each probe 15 and 17 and ultrasonic oscillation circuit 4
3, a probe switch 43A is provided. Then, the operator operates the operation keys 13 as described later.
When the face treatment course is selected, the probe switch 43A is switched so that the face ultrasonic probe 15 is connected to the ultrasonic oscillation circuit 43 by a command from the CPU 45A. On the other hand, when the practitioner selects the body treatment course with the operation keys 13 as described later, the CPU
The probe switch 4 is connected so that the body ultrasonic probe 17 is connected to the ultrasonic oscillation circuit 43 in response to a command from 45A.
3A can be switched.

As shown in FIG. 3, semiconductor temperature sensors 15A and 17A are provided on the face ultrasonic probe 15 and the body ultrasonic probe 17, respectively, for performing temperature control. As shown in the schematic partial cross-sectional view of FIG. 4, the ultrasonic probe 15 for a face is provided so that an ultrasonic transducer 15C is brought into contact with the back surface of the skin contact surface 15B of a stainless steel probe housing. The semiconductor temperature sensor 15A is provided so as to be in contact with the surface of the ultrasonic transducer 15C opposite to the skin contact surface 15B. The configuration of the body ultrasonic probe 17 is the same. The probe housing is not limited to stainless steel, but is more preferably made of stainless steel because it is more stable than aluminum or the like. The temperature sensor is not limited to the semiconductor temperature sensor, but the semiconductor temperature sensor may have a delay in temperature sensing, but has high temperature sensing accuracy.

The ultrasonic vibrator generates heat with its operation. When the ultrasonic vibrator is operated in a state where the skin contact surface of the probe is not in contact with the skin (idle operation state), the skin contact surface and the like are overheated. It is something that may be lost. When performing a cosmetic treatment in a state where the skin contact surface of the probe is overheated in this way, there is a risk of burns and the like. Therefore, in the present invention, the temperature of the ultrasonic transducer 15C is detected by the temperature sensor 15A, and the microcomputer performs the calculation,
The temperature of the skin contact surface 15B of the probe is controlled. That is, as shown in FIG.
Or the temperature signal generated by 17A
6, and sent to the CPU 45A through the A / D converter 47, so that the temperature of the skin contact surface of the probe is controlled to an appropriate temperature. CPU45A
Receives an A / D-converted temperature signal from an A / D converter 47, controls an output variable power supply 48 according to the temperature signal, and energizes an ultrasonic probe.
Control of the ultrasonic output value or the ultrasonic irradiation time.

One embodiment of such temperature control is illustrated in FIG. As can be seen from FIG. 5, the ultrasonic oscillation circuit 43 is oscillated (oscillation interval: 20 ms: 10 m) so that the temperature of the skin contact surface of the ultrasonic probe is initially warmed.
s) Next, as the temperature of the skin contact surface of the ultrasonic probe increases, the oscillation interval of the ultrasonic oscillation circuit 43 is increased by 10 m.
s: From 10 ms to 10 ms: 20 ms, and finally stop.

As the ultrasonic vibrator provided to the ultrasonic probe 15 for the face and the ultrasonic probe 17 for the body, a ceramic vibrator (PZT vibrator, resonance frequency of about 1 MHz) is preferable. The transducers used in the ultrasonic probe 17 have the same basic specifications but differ only in size. For example, a vibrator used for the face has a diameter of 28φ, while a vibrator used for the body has a diameter of 50φ. this is,
This is because the body has a larger area to which ultrasonic waves are applied compared to the face, and therefore, for a body, ultrasonic waves are easier to apply when the size is increased. In addition, an internal program installed in the microcomputer of the control circuit prevents a high output from being applied to the face oscillator. This is because there is a part where the action does not increase unless a higher output is given to the body than to the face, so it is necessary to make it possible to apply a relatively high output to the vibrator for the body,
Applying too much power to your face can cause trouble.

FIG. 6 is a partial view showing the shape of the handle 11 provided on the main body case 10 of the ultrasonic cosmetic device shown in FIG. 1 and details of the mounting portion. The state shown in FIG.
In this state, the handle 11 is rotated so as to protrude outward so that the ultrasonic cosmetic device can be carried with the handle 11. As shown in FIG. 6, the handle 11 has a generally shallow U-shape.
On the other hand, the overall shape of the handle mounting portion 19 of the main body case portion 10 is substantially shallow inverted U-shaped. Both ends of the handle 11 are attached to corresponding portions of the handle attachment portion 19 so that the handle 11 can rotate via a pivot rod 11A. In the state shown in FIG. 6, in a state where the concave portion of the handle 11 and the concave portion of the handle mounting portion 19 face each other, a sufficient space is formed between the concave portions so that a finger of the hand can be inserted. Therefore, there is no problem in carrying the ultrasonic cosmetic device by gripping the handle 11.

On the other hand, when performing cosmetic treatment with the ultrasonic cosmetic device opened and the case section 20 opened, if the handle 1
When 1 is in the state of protruding to the near side as shown in FIG. 6, it is difficult to perform the operation because the protrusion of the handle 11 is held on the abdomen of the operator. This is particularly so when the user looks into the mirror 21 of the opening case portion 20 and leans forward. Therefore,
The operator rotates the handle 11 from the state shown in FIG. 6 to the retracted state shown in FIG.
So that you can put it away.
When this ultrasonic cosmetic device is used in the stowed state of the handle 11 as shown in FIG. 1, the front side of the handle 11 is recessed, so that the abdomen of the practitioner hits there and it is difficult to perform the operation. Will not be.

Next, various control programs installed in the microcomputer of the control circuit 45 of the ultrasonic cosmetic device having the above-described hardware will be described.

First, the maker setting program will be described. According to this program, the manufacturer of the ultrasonic cosmetic device can easily perform the initial setting of each cosmetic device at the time of shipment of the product according to the purpose. . FIG. 7 shows the liquid crystal display screen 12 according to the maker setting program.
3 illustrates various screens displayed on the screen. When the setter of the manufacturer operates predetermined operation keys to perform initial setting, first, the liquid crystal display screen 12 displays A1-0 in FIG.
1 is displayed. When the setter selects a user setting menu on this screen, the liquid crystal display screen 12 displays
The screen of A2-01 is displayed, and a salon course and a user course can be set. When the probe temperature control menu is selected on the screen of A1-01, A3-
01 and the screen of A3-02 are displayed, and the setter operates the ultrasonic probe 15 for face and body as shown in FIG.
Each probe temperature control point can be set in the temperature control of (17) and (17). When the setter selects the self-diagnosis menu on the screen of A1-01, A4-
01 is displayed, and the setter can set self-diagnosis items. Further, by repeating a menu of another item on the screen of A1-01, for example, a screen of cosmetic setting of A5-01, a screen of a black light manual of A6-01 can be displayed,
On these screens, the type of cosmetics to be used, the lighting time and intensity of the black light lamp, and the like can be initialized.

Next, the user setting program will be described. According to this program, the user of the ultrasonic cosmetic device can set various items before performing a cosmetic treatment. FIG. 8 illustrates various screens displayed on the liquid crystal display screen 12 in accordance with the user setting program.
When the user operates a predetermined operation key for performing user setting, first, the liquid crystal display screen 12 displays B in FIG.
The screen 1-01 is displayed. On this screen, when the user selects a menu such as black light lighting time setting, black light lighting integrated value clear, HELP function setting, buzzer sound setting, black light lighting, etc., B2-
01, B3-01, B3-02, B4-01, B5-0
A screen such as 1, B6-01 is displayed. On these screens, the user can set the lighting time of the black light lamp, whether to clear the black light lighting integrated value, whether to set the help function, whether to set the buzzer sound, Whether or not the black light lamp is turned on can be set. The input of a numerical value or the like indicating the black light lighting time can be performed by operating the four operation keys 13 in a predetermined procedure. Since the operation procedure of such an operation key may be a known one,
It will not be described in detail here.

Next, the use start program will be described. According to this program, the user can input necessary items for a cosmetic treatment to be performed. FIG. 9 illustrates various screens displayed on the liquid crystal display screen 12 according to the use start program. When the user operates predetermined operation keys 13 to start use, first, the screen of C1-01 in FIG. 9 is displayed on the liquid crystal display screen 12, and then the screen of C1-02 is displayed. The user can know the precautions in performing the beauty treatment on this screen. Then, on the screen C1-03, the user can select whether to newly register data, to select already registered data, or the like. When registering new data, C1
On the screen of -04, the user can register by inputting numerical values such as his / her date of birth, gender, weight, height, age, body fat percentage, and waist. The input in this case is also performed using the four operation keys 13, that is, the operation keys 1, 2, 3, and 4 (see FIG. 2). As the input contents, a screen for inputting numbers such as the body size (weight, height, age, waist, etc.) and the amount of water and fat in the face is displayed. Regarding this screen, for example, when the operation key 1 is operated, the number is increased, when the operation key 2 is operated, the number is reduced, and when the operation key 3 is operated, the number is displayed on the screen, for example. Ask them to operate accordingly. Also, YES / "Do you smoke?"
If the question is NO, operation key 1 is YES, operation key 2
Is displayed on the screen in the same manner as NO, and the user is operated in accordance with it. Next, on the screen C1-06, face registration, body registration, face execution (treatment), body execution (treatment), and the like can be selected.

When the face registration is selected, various screens as shown in FIGS. 10 and 11 are displayed on the liquid crystal display screen 12, and the user checks the skin of the face according to the instructions on each screen. The user can know the result of skin diagnosis by the microcomputer, know what kind of face treatment should be performed on the screen, and register it.

When the body registration is selected, various screens as shown in FIG. 12 are displayed on the liquid crystal display screen 12, and according to the instructions on each screen, the user checks his / her body and follows the course of the body treatment. Can be set and registered.

When a face treatment is selected, various screens as shown in FIGS. 13 and 14 are displayed on the liquid crystal display screen 12, the course to be treated is known and selected, and the treatment is performed according to the instructions on the screen. I will go. After the treatment,
Further, the operation after the treatment is checked in accordance with the instructions on the screen displayed on the liquid crystal display screen 12, the skin is cared for in accordance with the instructions of the type of cosmetics to be used and how to use it, and the face treatment is completed.

When selecting a body treatment,
Various screens as shown in FIG. 15 are displayed on the liquid crystal display screen 12, the course to be treated is known and selected, the treatment is performed according to the instructions on the screen, and the treatment is completed.

FIG. 16 is a flowchart collectively showing the procedure of the beauty treatment course in the face treatment as described above, and FIG. 17 is a flowchart showing the procedure of the slimming course in the body treatment as described above. It is.

FIG. 18 shows the liquid crystal display screen 12 when the skin check is performed on the screen D1-01 in FIG.
3 shows an example of a screen displayed on the screen. FIG. 19 shows FIG.
B2-01 is enlarged. FIG.
A screen corresponding to the screen of D2-02 in FIG. 10 is enlarged and shown. The practitioner turns on the black light 22 and compares his / her complexion projected on the mirror 21 with the screen as shown in FIG. 20 displayed on the liquid crystal display screen 12 to know and input his / her skin condition. be able to.

As can be seen from the above description, the practitioner follows the on-screen instruction displayed on the liquid crystal display screen 12 by the control program installed in the microcomputer of the control circuit 45, and the face ultrasonic probe 15 or Since the cosmetic treatment can be performed using the ultrasonic probe 17 for the body, an efficient treatment suitable for oneself can be performed without skill. Some examples of specific aspects of the treatment according to the instructions on the screen will be described.

FIG. 21 shows an example of a guidance screen for a special course in face treatment. The microcomputer performs calculations based on the diagnosis result of the skin condition of the practitioner, the amount of water and fat in the skin, and the counseling result by the microcomputer as described above, and outputs ultrasonic waves to be applied according to the skin quality of the practitioner's face. Of the face to be irradiated with the ultrasonic wave, the speed of moving the ultrasonic probe, the time for irradiating the ultrasonic wave, and the like are determined. For example, as shown in FIG. 21, a standard face shape is displayed on a screen, and a portion of the face to which the probe is to be moved is indicated by a bold line. Indicated by A. If the display speed of the thick line A is adjusted to the speed at which the ultrasonic probe should be moved, the practitioner moves the probe along his / her skin so as to match the display speed of the thick line A. This makes it possible to perform an appropriate treatment. The output intensity of the ultrasonic wave for each part of the skin is automatically controlled to an appropriate value set in advance by a microcomputer. As shown in FIG. 21, the treatment time for each part and the total treatment time are also displayed, so that the practitioner can end the treatment at an appropriate treatment time by always seeing this.

FIG. 22 is a view similar to FIG. 21 showing an instruction screen for treatment of another facial part displayed during the special course operation. Also on this instruction screen, the practitioner can complete the appropriate treatment by moving the ultrasonic probe for face 15 along the skin of the face so as to match the display speed of the thick line B.

FIG. 23 is a diagram showing an example of a screen displayed on the liquid crystal display screen 12 corresponding to the screen of E2-01 in FIG. By using the operation keys 13 on such a screen, the practitioner can input his / her body size such as height, weight, and body fat percentage.

FIG. 24 shows an example of a guidance screen for a calf course in body treatment. The microcomputer performs calculations based on the body size, age, gender, etc. input as described above, the value of the ultrasonic output to be applied to the practitioner, the part of the body to be irradiated with ultrasonic waves,
The time for irradiating the ultrasonic wave is determined. For example, as shown in FIG. 24, a standard leg shape is displayed on the screen, and the calf region where the probe is to be moved is indicated by a bold line. Shown by arrow C. If the display speed of the thick arrow C is set to match the speed at which the ultrasonic probe should be moved, the practitioner adjusts the display speed of the thick arrow C so that the probe follows his or her own skin. The appropriate treatment can be performed by moving it. The output intensity of the ultrasonic wave for each part of the skin is automatically controlled to an appropriate value set in advance by a microcomputer. As shown in FIG. 24, the treatment time for each part and the total treatment time are also displayed, so that the practitioner can always end the treatment at an appropriate treatment time by seeing this.

FIG. 25 is a view similar to FIG. 24 showing an instruction screen displayed during the right shoulder course operation of the body treatment. In this instruction screen as well, the practitioner completes the appropriate treatment by moving the body ultrasonic probe 17 from the shoulder to the side of the neck and to the face in accordance with the display speed of the thick arrow D. be able to.

[0053]

[Effects of the Invention] By organizing the experience and materials so far, and computing with a microcomputer, it is possible to transplant the ability equivalent to the instructor, and a course of ultrasonic beauty and skin conditioning that suits the individual practitioner Course can be set only by a practitioner who does not require skill.

Regarding the facial beauty, after the practitioner performs the operation (or beauty), the result can be confirmed quantitatively and qualitatively. Feedback can be provided when setting up a beauty course or skin care course.

By irradiating the skin with a black light lamp, the condition of the skin can be confirmed. In addition, by adding the materials at the time of setting the course, it is possible to set a more efficient ultrasonic beauty course and skin care beauty course.

The same result as described above can be obtained for slimming of the body.

An ultrasonic cosmetic course that matches the practitioner based on age, body size, and gender can be set only by a practitioner who does not require skill.

Since the place where the ultrasonic probe is moved, the speed at which the ultrasonic probe is moved, and the like are appropriately specified, even a practitioner who does not need to be skilled can perform efficient cosmetic treatment.

Since the ultrasonic irradiation course and the skin preparation course are displayed on the display screen, the ultrasonic beauty and the skin preparation based on the diagnosis result can be reliably performed without the practitioner's own judgment.

The temperature of the ultrasonic vibrator is detected by the temperature sensor, and the operation is performed by the microcomputer to control the temperature of the ultrasonic vibrator, the output value of the ultrasonic wave, the irradiation time from the temperature and the existing course. By recalculating,
The practitioner can safely perform ultrasonic beauty.

Since the time and the lighting time of the black light lamp can be limited by the calculation and the timer of the microcomputer, it is possible to prevent the black light lamp from being forgotten to be turned off, and to prevent the skin from being unnecessarily exposed to ultraviolet light. In addition, it is possible to prevent the case body made of resin from being deformed due to overheating by the black light lamp and from causing a fire.

By storing the number of times the black light lamp has been turned on and off in the microcomputer, the degree of wear of the black light lamp can be determined by calculation, and the time for replacement can be notified to the practitioner. It is possible to ensure that the black light lamp is used at an appropriate illuminance, and that the skin condition can always be correctly judged.

By storing not only the personal data of the practitioner but also the data of the course and the like calculated from the data, the complexity of resetting the ultrasonic beauty course is removed from the practitioner, and the practitioner is provided with the information. On the other hand, the past tendency of slimming and beautiful skin can be shown.

Even though a handle that is convenient to carry is provided, the handle can be kept out of the way during use.

[Brief description of the drawings]

FIG. 1 is a schematic external perspective view showing a portable ultrasonic cosmetic device as an embodiment of the present invention in an open state when used.

FIG. 2 is a block diagram schematically illustrating an example of an electric circuit unit provided in the portable ultrasonic cosmetic device of FIG.

FIG. 3 is a CPU included in a control circuit of the electric circuit unit in FIG. 2;
FIG. 3 is a detailed diagram showing a connection relationship between an ultrasonic oscillation circuit and a black light lighting circuit controlled by the control unit, a face ultrasonic probe, a body ultrasonic probe, and a black light lamp.

FIG. 4 is a schematic partial sectional view showing a temperature sensor provided in the ultrasonic probe.

FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating an example of temperature control by a temperature sensor.

FIG. 6 is a partial view showing the shape of a handle and details of a mounting portion provided on a main body case portion of the ultrasonic cosmetic device shown in FIG. 1;

FIG. 7 is a diagram for explaining a maker setting program installed in the ultrasonic cosmetic device of FIG. 1;

FIG. 8 is a diagram exemplifying various screens displayed on a liquid crystal display screen according to a maker setting program.

FIG. 9 is a diagram for explaining a use start program installed in the ultrasonic cosmetic device shown in FIG. 1;

10 is a diagram illustrating various screens displayed on the liquid crystal display screen when face registration is performed in the ultrasonic cosmetic device shown in FIG. 1;

11 is a diagram illustrating various screens displayed on a liquid crystal display screen when face registration is performed in the ultrasonic cosmetic device shown in FIG. 1;

12 is a diagram illustrating various screens displayed on a liquid crystal display screen when performing body registration in the ultrasonic cosmetic device shown in FIG. 1;

FIG. 13 is a diagram illustrating various screens displayed on the liquid crystal display screen when a face treatment is selected in the ultrasonic cosmetic device shown in FIG. 1;

FIG. 14 is a diagram illustrating various screens displayed on the liquid crystal display screen when face treatment is selected in the ultrasonic cosmetic device shown in FIG. 1;

FIG. 15 is a diagram illustrating various screens displayed on the liquid crystal display screen when a body treatment is selected in the ultrasonic cosmetic device shown in FIG. 1;

FIG. 16 is a flowchart collectively showing procedures of a beauty treatment course in the face treatment.

FIG. 17 is a flowchart collectively showing a procedure of a slimming course in a body treatment.

18 is a diagram showing an example of a screen displayed on the liquid crystal display screen when skin check is performed on the screen of D1-01 in FIG.

FIG. 19 is an enlarged view showing a screen B2-01 in FIG. 8;

FIG. 20 is an enlarged view showing a screen corresponding to the screen D2-02 in FIG. 10;

FIG. 21 is a diagram showing an example of a guidance screen for a special course in face treatment.

FIG. 22 is a view similar to FIG. 21, showing an instruction screen for treatment of another facial part displayed during the special course operation.

FIG. 23 is a diagram showing an example of a screen displayed on the liquid crystal display screen corresponding to the screen of E2-01 in FIG.

FIG. 24 is a diagram showing an example of an instruction picture of a calf course in a body treatment.

FIG. 25 is a view similar to FIG. 24, showing an instruction screen displayed during the right shoulder course operation of the body treatment.

[Explanation of symbols]

 DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 10 Main body case part 11 Handle 12 Liquid crystal display screen 13 Operation key 14 Concave part 15 Ultrasonic probe for face 15A Semiconductor temperature sensor 17A Semiconductor temperature sensor 15B Skin contact surface of probe housing 15C Ultrasonic transducer 16 Concave part 17 Ultra body Acoustic probe 18 Power switch 20 Open case 21 Mirror 22 Black light lamp 30 Hinge 41 3.3 V DC power supply 42 15 V DC power supply 43 Ultrasonic oscillation circuit 43A Switch 44 Black light lighting circuit 44A Switch 45 Control circuit 45A CPU 46 Amplifier 47 A / D converter 48 Variable power supply for output

Claims (14)

[Claims] 1. An ultrasonic probe for applying ultrasonic vibration to a part where a cosmetic treatment is to be performed, a driving means of the ultrasonic probe, an age, a sex, a body size, etc., necessary for the practitioner to perform the cosmetic treatment. Input means for inputting various parameters of, and display means for displaying instructions to the practitioner,
A control unit including a microcomputer for controlling the driving unit according to a parameter input by the input unit or a program installed in advance and determining an instruction to be displayed on the display unit. Ultrasonic beauty device. 2. The control means includes:
The microcomputer performs a calculation based on at least one of water and fat content and at least one of counseling by the microcomputer, the output value of the ultrasonic wave applied to the skin quality of the site, the value of the skin irradiated with the ultrasonic wave. The course of ultrasonic cosmetics consisting of the part, the speed of moving the ultrasonic transducer, the time of irradiating ultrasonic waves, or the type of cosmetic applied to the part after the end of ultrasonic cosmetics, the instruction of the part to apply the cosmetic, etc. The ultrasonic cosmetic device according to claim 1, which determines a course of skin conditioning comprising: 3. The control means, wherein the microcomputer performs calculations based on parameters such as age, gender, body size and the like input by the input means, and outputs an ultrasonic output corresponding to the body. The ultrasonic cosmetic device according to claim 1, wherein the ultrasonic cosmetic device is configured to determine an ultrasonic cosmetic course including a value, a part of a body to be irradiated with ultrasonic waves, and a time to be irradiated with ultrasonic waves. 4. The determined course is displayed on the display means, so that a practitioner can perform a regular ultrasonic cosmetic course, ultrasonic irradiation along a skin preparation course, and application of cosmetics. The ultrasonic cosmetic device according to claim 2. 5. The apparatus according to claim 1, further comprising a black light lamp for illuminating the part so that the condition of the skin at which the cosmetic treatment is to be performed or the condition of the skin after the cosmetic treatment can be confirmed. Or the ultrasonic cosmetic device according to 4. 6. The ultrasonic cosmetic device according to claim 5, wherein said control means manages the lighting time or timing of said black light lamp by said microcomputer or timer. 7. The control means manages the lighting time of the black light lamp by the microcomputer, calculates the degree of consumption of the black light lamp, and instructs the replacement time of the black light lamp. The ultrasonic cosmetic device according to 5 or 6. 8. The ultrasonic probe is provided with a temperature sensor so as to be brought into contact with the surface of the ultrasonic transducer opposite to the skin contact surface of the probe, and the control means includes: 8. The microcomputer according to claim 1, wherein the microcomputer performs an operation in accordance with a temperature detected by a temperature sensor, and controls a temperature of the ultrasonic transducer, a value of an output of ultrasonic waves to be applied, and a time of applying ultrasonic waves. The ultrasonic cosmetic device according to any one of the above. 9. The control means reserves various parameters input by the input means in a memory attached to the microcomputer for each individual to reduce the need for recalculation by the microcomputer, The ultrasonic cosmetic device according to any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein the result of the cosmetic treatment can be confirmed by the user. 10. The display means according to claim 1, wherein the display means notifies the operator of the change of the facial skin or body part to be irradiated with the ultrasonic wave, alone or with an alarm such as a buzzer. The ultrasonic cosmetic device according to any one of the above. 11. The ultrasonic probe comprises a face ultrasonic probe and a body ultrasonic probe which are separated from each other, and the face ultrasonic probe and the body ultrasonic probe are respectively provided to the driving means. The ultrasonic cosmetic device according to any one of claims 1 to 10, which is fixedly connected. 12. The super case as a whole, wherein the case is entirely divided into two parts, the case being provided with a main case part and an open case part hingedly connected to the main case part. The sound wave probe is housed in the upper surface of the main body case portion, the driving means and the control means are disposed in the main body case portion, and the input means and the display means are provided in the main body case portion. 12. The method according to claim 1, wherein the upper surface is disposed on the upper surface.
The ultrasonic beauty device described in any one of the above. 13. A mirror which is provided on the opening case portion so that a part of a body to be subjected to cosmetic treatment can be projected and viewed, and a black light lamp is disposed around the mirror. The ultrasonic cosmetic device according to claim 12, wherein 14. A handle is provided on the main body case portion, and the handle is rotatable with respect to the main body case portion. 14. The ultrasonic wave according to claim 12 or 13, wherein the ultrasonic wave shape is suitable for holding and when the ultrasonic beauty device is used, the shape is suitable for being housed in a concave shape in the outline of the main body case portion. Beauty instrument.