Graduates

Caterina Chi

BS in Product Design — Product Design
Course:
Product Design 5
Faculty:
Daniel Huang
Term:
2025 Spring

SKINGO

SKINGO is a compact skincare device designed to deliver personalized formulations for users on the go. The project responds to the fragmentation of travel skincare routines, where users carry multiple products yet still lack precision and adaptability to changing skin conditions.

The system combines a physical device with a simple digital interface. Users begin by scanning their skin through a mobile app, which analyzes surface conditions such as dryness, oil balance, and sensitivity. Based on this input, the system calculates a customized formula using four interchangeable ingredient cartridges housed within the device.

The dispensing process is mechanical rather than fully automated. Each cartridge is calibrated to release a controlled amount, and the system determines the number of pumps required per ingredient. The selected formulation is mixed into a detachable container at the base, allowing users to apply the product directly or carry a single-use portion.

The design prioritizes portability, modularity, and clarity of use. Magnetic connections secure the mixing container, while the cartridge system enables easy replacement and reduces unnecessary packaging. The form is compact and structured to fit within travel contexts without relying on complex internal mechanisms.

SKINGO explores an alternative approach to personalization in skincare. It shifts focus from accumulating multiple products toward generating precise, situational solutions, reducing excess while maintaining flexibility and user control.

Tags:
Product Design
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