Abstract
Methods for applying cosmetics to the facial skin have significant influence on the texture and make-up finish. We newly developed an electrical tapping puff embodied with up-and-down vibration, and examined its usefulness as compared with make-up techniques of a consumer and a make-up artist. Using an O/W liquid foundation as a cosmetic product, the thickness, adhesion force and uniformity of the make-up layers on the skin were evaluated. These properties of the make-up layer from the tapping puff were nearly equivalent to those of the make-up artist, and were superior to those of the consumer's hand technique. We concluded that, by the use of the tapping puff, the average consumer can expect make-up effects similar to those achieved by make-up artists.
