 Revolutionary
new technology for cosmetic market
primed for mass production
Cambridge, UK - March 3, 2003
- Power Paper Ltd, a leading provider of thin and flexible
micro-power source technology and devices, announced
today that it is collaborating with Cambridge Consultants
Ltd, Europe's leading technology consultancy, to optimise
volume manufacturing of its PowerCosmetics micro-electronic
cosmetic patches. In so doing, the aim is to turn this
revolutionary technology into a readily available consumer
product suitable for the global beauty market.
Micro-electronic cosmetic patches
significantly boost topical delivery of cosmetic formulations,
increasing their overall efficacy by several orders
of magnitude. Using carefully controlled micro-currents
to restore skin elasticity and hydration, this method
of skin rejuvenation has long been known and practised
by cosmeticians and beauticians in spas worldwide. The
cosmetic patch can be used to deliver a wide range of
treatments addressing anti-ageing and wrinkles, firming
and lifting, moisturising, skin lightening & whitening,
and cellulite reduction. The cosmetic patch contains
proprietary ultra-thin micro-electronic components and
is suitable for home use.
Power Paper currently has agreements
with three of the world's leading cosmetics groups,
and its first products are expected to reach the shelves
in early 2004. Cambridge Consultants is working with
Power Paper to identify manufacturing technologies for
large-scale commercial production.
"This is an important step in developing our capability
to support the growing demand for products enabled by
Power Paper technology, specifically PowerCosmetics,"
said Zohar Sagi, the company's Vice President for PowerNovelties
and PowerInks.
"Power Paper's aim is to develop PowerCosmetics
patch production lines that are capable of manufacturing
tens of millions of patches per year. A number of leading
providers world-wide have expressed interest in becoming
authorised manufacturers of PowerCosmetic patches, based
on the optimisation project," according to Sagi.
David Wood, a CCL director commented,"This project
draws upon our track record of helping companies to
take cutting edge technologies into volume production,
and harnesses our experience in the fields of manufacturing,
healthcare, electronics and consumer products."
Note to editors:
Power Paper Ltd., founded in 1997,
is a leading provider of micro-power source technology,
which addresses a growing trend across a wide range
of industries towards ultra-thin and flexible micro-powered
devices. Power Paper's patented, thin and flexible energy
cells can be adapted to fit the size, thickness and
form factors required for the design of any product.
These environment-friendly, safe batteries require no
metal casing, and can be printed cost-effectively directly
onto paper, plastics or other surfaces by standard printing
equipment. Licensing and know how agreements allow Power
Paper's partners and customers in the United States,
Europe and Asia to utilize the company's award wining
technology to produce millions of cells every year.
Based on this technology, the company has developed
a number of innovative applications for its PowerCosmetics,
PowerNovelties, and PowerID product lines, as well as
a line of PowerInks for authorized manufacturers. For
more information, please visit www.powerpaper.com.
Cambridge Consultants Limited (CCL)
designs and develops innovative new products, processes
and systems. CCL enables clients to turn business opportunities
into commercial successes, whether launching first-to-market
products, or expanding existing markets through the
introduction of new technologies. With a team of over
200 engineers and scientists, CCL is able to offer solutions
across a diverse range of industries including healthcare,
telecoms, industrial and consumer products, automotive
and aerospace.
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