Apparatus and method to evaluate hydration of the skin or...

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2008-07-22

2008-07-22

Nasser, Jr., Robert L. (Department: 3735)

Surgery

Diagnostic testing

Measurement of skin parameters

C600S300000, C600S307000, C073S029040

Reexamination Certificate

active

07402135

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus enabling a person to evaluate the hydration of a region of the skin or the mucous membranes. The apparatus includes a sensor including an array of non-optical detection cells and processor apparatus arranged to deliver at least one piece of information relating to the hydration of the region on the basis of signals coming from the sensor. A method for evaluation of hydration is also provided. The apparatus and method can also be used for evaluating, e.g., aging or the effectiveness of a treatment regimen.

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“L'Oreal and St.Microelectronics Applying Semiconductors to Skin Aging”, Press Releases, Oct. 22, 2002, 2 pages.

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