Long Lasting Color Correction and Texture Minimization Benefits from a 2-Step Liquid Make-Up System
Gillian Briggs (Ph.D.), Shannon Chenoweth (B.S.) and Thomas Rabe (M.S.)
The Procter & Gamble Company, Hunt Valley Technical Center, Maryland, USA
INTRODUCTION
A recent global study (Base Size = 2000) showed that 2 of the biggest unmet needs for women who use facial make-up are long wear related i.e. "make-up won't transfer" and "makeup stays fresh all day". Women with color and texture correction needs are currently unsatisfied with the quality and longevity of wear they achieve from their facial make-up. In addition, the study showed that 80% of women "need to have" or "would like to have" a long wear benefit from their make-up. A new 2-step system provides all day wear for women with color and/or texture correction needs.
OBJECTIVE
To design a liquid make-up system that would deliver outstanding appearance benefits for women who are interested in texture minimization together with excellent lasting benefits, even in the presence of heat and humidity.
TECHNICAL MODEL / APPROACH
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RESULTS
PrepStep Appearance Benefits
TEXTURE CORRECTION
Elastomer rich PrepStep delivers a texture smoothing benefit. Example on right after application of PrepStep shows a 40% reduction in texture and over 60% reduction in the appearance of pores*.
REDNESS REDUCTION
ZnO in formula helps reduce redness and even out skin tone. Formula also delivers SPF 14.
PrepStep Skin Care Benefits
The PrepStep also moisturizes the skin (5% glycerol) and protects the skin against sun exposure (SPF 14).
2-Step System Appearance Benefits
SMOOTH FINISH
Magnified images illustrate reduced texture with the 2-step system as evidenced by minimization of lines between corneocytes.
20x images of self applied 2-step system versus typical long wearing1-step make-up illustrates improved finish.
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CONCLUSIONS
The results achieved using our 2-step system confirmed our hypothesis that a smoothing
PrepStep followed by a long lasting color coat would deliver outstanding appearance and wear benefits. Proof of performance testing confirmed that the product delivers a flawless appearance benefit after 8 hours, even in the presence of heat and humidity.
2-Step System Lasting Benefits
SHINE CONTROL
- 6% Oil Absorbers provide 0.42cm3/g sebum absorption capacity in the formula.
COLOR LOCK
- Water-proofing polymer in the PrepStep protects color coat from heat and humidity.
- Color coat is emulsified into the PrepStep upon application to ensure long lasting benefit.
In-Use Proof of Performance
Test Design: 100 women were asked to wear and evaluate the 2-step make-up system in a hot and humid climate ( 84/72% humidity).
Results:
89% agreed the 2-step system
"provided long wearing coverage after 8 hours".
81% agreed the 2-step system
"looked fresh and flawless after 8 hours".
http://www.pgbeautyscience.com/en_UK/pdf/P411_Liquid_MakeUp.pdf
