Exploring New Possibilities in Beauty Devices with Thin and Flexible OLED
We believe that the thinness and flexibility of Nippon Shokubai’s OLED light source will contribute to the next stage of innovation in beauty devices. It allows for easier handling and more uniform light emission, enhancing the overall user experience.
Nippon Shokubai’s Ultra-thin, Flexible OLED Light Source
Our OLED Light Source is thinner than paper, offering a breakthrough in design freedom for next-generation beauty devices.
With this ultra-thin, flexible OLED light source, explore new solutions.
Key Features
Feature 1: Thinness
Our OLED light source is approximately 0.1 mm thick, enabling an ultra-thin, lightweight, and compact design — ideal for masks and wearable beauty devices.
Feature 2: Flexibility
Its high flexibility allows it to conform closely to the contours of the skin, enabling efficient and even light irradiation.
Bending Radius
| Bending Radius（inward） | 4 mm |
| Bending Radius（outward） | 4 mm |
Feature 3: Uniform Light Emission
Surface-emitting design enables uniform and gentle light distribution across the skin. Unlike point light sources, our OLEDs achieve this without a diffuser.
Emission Area Ratio （Standard Samples）
| Shape | Emission Area | Light Source Size | Emission Area Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Square | 20 mm × 20 mm | 25 mm × 28 mm | 57% |
| Square | 50 mm × 50 mm | 56 mm × 59 mm | 75% |
| String-like | 0.5 mm × 135 mm | 5 mm × 150 mm | 9% |
| Ribbon-like | 10 mm × 150 mm | 16 mm × 158 mm | 59% |
Feature 4: Minimal Heat Emission
Owing to its high luminous efficiency, Nippon Shokubai’s OLED Light Source generates minimal thermal energy. Beauty devices utilizing our OLED technology are expected to minimize thermal stress on the skin and contribute to a more comfortable user experience.
Thermographic comparison of light sources
Thermographic images comparing surface temperature distribution between a point light source and Nippon Shokubai’s OLED light source.
※Thermographic images shown are for comparative reference only. Displayed temperatures depend on measurement conditions and do not represent absolute values.
External Quantum Efficiency (EQE)
| Colors | Luminous Efficiency |
|---|---|
| Red | approximately 26% |
| Green | approximately 28% |
| Blue | approximately 6% |
Illustrative use cases
A wearable beauty device designed to fit the contours of the face
Its lightweight feel and uniform light emission are expected to offer a comfortable and effective skincare experience.
Use case ideas:
- Wearable facial skincare device designed to fit the contours of the face
- Professional-use facial treatment device
- Hands-free facial care device
※Disclaimer Regarding Illustrative Use Cases
We do not guarantee the performance or suitability of our OLED light source for any specific application. Companies considering its adoption are responsible for conducting their own evaluation and verification.
Specifications
- Available in sizes up to 5 cm square
- We support three colors: Red (R), Green (G), and Blue (B), with the following approximate peak emission wavelengths:
| Colors | Peak Emission Wavelengths |
|---|---|
| Red (R) | 620 nm |
| Green (G) | 545 nm |
| Blue (B) | 465 nm |
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This content is intended to describe material characteristics only and does not claim or imply any cosmetic, therapeutic, or medical efficacy of finished products.