US20160183655A1

US20160183655A1 - Cosmetic Device

Info

Publication number: US20160183655A1
Application number: US14/587,081
Authority: US
Inventors: Deanna Dozer
Original assignee: Individual
Current assignee: Individual
Priority date: 2014-12-31
Filing date: 2014-12-31
Publication date: 2016-06-30

Abstract

A cosmetic device that incorporates an eyelash curler, mascara, and a mascara applier, and is a substantially cylindrical, conveniently sized device, that also maintains a light weight, and is an easily transportable platform. Additionally, the cosmetic device is a simple, light, compact, and convenient tube with multiple uses by an individual. Moreover, the present device conserves space, weight, and money; in this embodiment, there is no longer a need to carry around multiple products that occupy space and weigh down a carrying case or hand bag. Furthermore, there is no longer a need to purchase multiple separate products, which may be costly.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present device relates generally to cosmetic devices, and more particularly to a combination cosmetic device to allow users to curl their eyelashes and/or apply mascara during usage of the device.

DESCRIPTION OF THE RELATED ART

People have been wearing skin cosmetics and skin protectants for hundreds of years, dating all the way back to the ancient Egyptians and many cultures indigenous to different continents. As skin cosmetics and skin protectants have become commonplace, more individuals of both genders purchase and utilize skin cosmetics and skin protectants for various reasons. Clearly the more people utilize skin cosmetics and skin protectants the more likely it is that the individual prefers to transport skin cosmetics and skin protectants when leaving the home for on the spot fixes and touchups. This is also true for occasions when the user must travel, and particularly when the travel is for short periods of time wherein full amounts of skin cosmetics and skin protectants are not required.
There are numerous differing genres of products that people take with them for traveling or just leaving the house, including but not limited to separate items such as lip stick/gloss, eye shadow, mascara, eyelash curlers, eyeliner, blush, and hand lotion in their bags. All of these products occupy much needed space in any carrying case or hand bag.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The present device, as illustrated herein, is clearly not anticipated, rendered obvious, or even present in any of the prior art mechanisms, either alone or in any combination thereof.
Therefore, it is a primary object of the present device to provide a cosmetic device that incorporates an eyelash curler, mascara, and a mascara applier.
It is another object of the present device to introduce a substantially cylindrical, conveniently sized device, which may comprise an eyelash curler, mascara holder, and mascara brush, while maintaining a light weight, and easily transportable platform.
It is another object of the present device to provide a combination cosmetic device, where in one embodiment, the device is a simple, light, compact, and convenient tube with multiple uses by an individual.
The present devices conserves space, weight, and money; in this embodiment, there is no longer a need to carry around multiple products that occupy space and weigh down a carrying case or hand bag. Furthermore, there is no longer a need to purchase multiple separate products, which may be costly.
It is yet another object of the present device to allow individuals to easily switch between shades, colors and products, rendering it easier to customize a mascara to accommodate different needs and style preferences.
It is yet another object of the present device to comprise interchangeable parts in one embodiment, wherein the device may include a middle section that preferably contains mascara, and a brush section with the accompanying mascara brush on at least one end.
An additional objective of the present apparatus is to introduce a curler section comprising an eyelash curler disposed on one end, be proximal or distal, and an accompanying mascara applicator positioned on the opposing end.
There has thus been outlined, rather broadly, the more important features of a cosmetic device that the detailed description thereof that follows may be better understood, and in order that the present contribution to the art may be better appreciated. There are additional features of the device that will be described hereinafter and which will form the subject matter of the claims appended hereto.
In this respect, before explaining at least one embodiment of the device in detail, it is to be understood that the device is not limited in its application to the details of construction and to the arrangements of the components set forth in the following description or illustrated in the drawings. The device is capable of other embodiments and of being practiced and carried out in various ways, including applications involving the art discussed herein. Also, it is to be understood that the phraseology and terminology employed herein are for the purpose of description and should not be regarded as limiting.
These together with other objects of the device, along with the various features of novelty, which characterize the device, are pointed out with particularity in the claims annexed to and forming a part of this disclosure. For a better understanding of the device, its operating advantages and the specific objects attained by its uses, reference should be made to the accompanying drawings and descriptive matter in which there are illustrated preferred embodiments of the system.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

Advantages of the present device will be apparent from the following detailed description of exemplary embodiments thereof, which description should be considered in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which:

FIG. 1 is a front perspective view of the present device in a fully assembled state.

FIG. 2 is a back side perspective view of the present device in the fully assembled state.

FIGS. 3A-3B are an isometric view of the present device in a fully disassembled state, wherein an eyelash curler is shown in an open and closed position.

FIG. 4 is a side view of the present device.

FIG. 5A is a front view of the present device in the fully assembled state.

FIG. 5B is a cross-sectional view along line A-A in FIG. 5A illustrating an actuating device to enable movement of a curler section.

FIG. 6A is a front view of the present device in the fully assembled state.

FIG. 6B is a cross-sectional view along line B-B in FIG. 6A illustrating the interaction of the various sections of the present device.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE SEVERAL EMBODIMENTS

The detailed description set forth below is intended as a description of presently preferred embodiments of the invention and does not represent the only forms in which the present device may be construed and/or utilized. The description sets forth the functions and the sequence of the steps for producing the device. However, it is to be understood that the same or equivalent functions and sequences may be accomplished by different embodiments also intended to be encompassed within the scope of the invention.
FIGS. 1-2 illustrates a front and back perspective views of the present device in its fully assembled state. The present device includes various interchangeable parts that when connected encompass the fully assembled state of the device.
In one embodiment, a cosmetic device 10 is disclosed, wherein the cosmetic device 2 preferably comprises a curler section 4, a color well section 6, and a brush section 8.
FIGS. 3A-3B illustrates a perspective view of the present device in a fully disassembled state. In a preferred embodiment the curler section 4, color well section 6, and the brush section 8 may be removably attached to each other by a series of snap fits (see discussion below). In one embodiment, the curler section 4 is preferably attached to a first end 10A of the color well section 6, and the brush section 8 is preferably attached to a second end 10B of the color well section.
Furthermore, the curler section 4 comprises a first cavity 22, wherein the first cavity may be considered a female attachment end as known in the art. In one embodiment, the first cavity 22 located on the curler section 4 is disposed to receive a first snap fit plug 24 located on the first end 10A of the color well section 6; the first snap fit plug 24 may also be referred to as a male attachment end as known in the art. Thus, in one embodiment, once the first snap fit plug 24 of the color well section 6 is introduced into the first cavity 22 of the curler section, a snap fit is achieved securing the curler section 4 to the color well section 8. Similarly, the color well section 6 comprises a second cavity 26 located on the second end 10B of the color well section 6. The second cavity 26 is disposed to receive a second snap fit plug 28 located on the brush section 8. When the second snap fit plug 28 is introduced into the second cavity 26 on the color well section 6, a snap fit is achieved securing the color well section 6 to the brush section 8. In other embodiments various attachment means may be utilized to secure the various sections of the cosmetic device 2 to each, including, but not limited to a threaded attachment, a latch mechanism, or other attachments allowing the user to detach the sections of the cosmetic device 2.
In a preferred embodiment the curler section 4 of the cosmetic device 2 further comprises a curling mechanism 16 located at a distal end 17 of the curler section; the first cavity 22 of the curler section 4 is located at a proximal end 19 opposite the curling mechanism 16. In one embodiment, the curling mechanism 16 preferably comprises a pair of concave jaws; an upper curler jaw 18 and a lower curler jaw 20. Preferably, the upper curler jaw 18 is stationary and affixed by a plurality of rods 23, wherein the plurality of rods 23 protrude and extend substantially perpendicular to a bottom edge 30 of the upper curler jaw 18. In one embodiment, each individual rod of the plurality of rods 23 is preferably positioned near an outer edge 25 of the bottom edge 30. Additionally, the lower curler jaw 20 is slideably affixed to the plurality of rods 23, wherein the plurality of rods 23 extend through the lower curler jaw 20 allowing the lower curling jaw to travel along a length of the plurality of rods 23. In a resting position the lower curler jaw 20 is in contact with the upper curler jaw 18; the lower curler jaw 20 provides the force necessary to curl an eyelash. In one embodiment, when a quality of force is applied to the lower curler jaw 20, the lower curler jaw 20 may slide along the plurality of rods 23 until it meets the upper curler jaw 18, which resists the force. In this embodiment, an eyelash (not shown) of the user of the cosmetic device 2 will become trapped between the two opposing forces of the lower curler jaw 20 and the upper curler jaw 18 to generate the desired curling affect.
Moreover, in one embodiment, the curling section 4 further comprises a thumb lever 36, wherein the thumb lever 36 enables movement of the lower curler jaw 20 during use and from a resting position; during the resting state the thumb lever 36 is not depressed and thereby not engaged. At the resting state the lower curler jaw 20 is open and therefore not in contact with the upper curler jaw 18 as shown in FIG. 3. The void created between the upper curler jaw 18 and the lower curler jaw 20 allows for an eyelash to be received and eventually curled by the curling mechanism 16. When the thumb lever 36 is depressed downward, the lower curler jaw 20 moves closing the void between the lower curler jaw 20 and the upper curler jaw 18.
In a preferred embodiment the color well section 6 joins the curler section 4 and the brush section 8, while additionally including a mascara well within the color well section. The color well section 6 is removably affixed to both the curler section 4 and the brush section 8 to allow for interchangeability of mascara wells. This configuration of the cosmetic device 2 allows for a user the option to easily replace or change the mascara. In this embodiment the second cavity 26 includes a mascara well as well as the female end of the couple between the brush section 8 and the color well section 6. In the preferred embodiment the second cavity 26 diameter is greater than the diameter of the second snap fit plug 28 as well as the diameter of a brush 40 (discussed below). The smaller diameter of the second snap fit plug 28 and the brush 30 allow for the second snap fit plug 28 and the brush 40 to fit entirely within the second cavity 26. When the brush is inside of the second cavity 26 the brush 40 may be immersed in the mascara thereby allowing for use of the mascara. When the second snap fit plug 28 is fitted inside the second cavity 26 a coupling is created.
In another preferred embodiment the brush section 8 is comprises an end cap 32, a second snap fit plug 28, a brush stem 34, and a brush 40. The end cap 32 is made to an outer diameter equal to that of the color well section 6. This allows for the end cap 32 to sit flush with the color well section 6 when the second snap fit plug 28 and second cavity 26 are coupled. The second snap fit plug 28 protrudes from a center of the end cap 32. The second snap fit plugs 28 diameter is substantially similar to that of the second cavity 26 allowing for a snap fit to be created. In alternate embodiments the second snap fit plug 28 and the second cavity 26 may be threaded to allow for a screw fit. The brush stem 34 protrudes from the second snap fit plug 28; the brush stem 34 may be of a diameter substantially smaller than the diameter of the second snap fit plug 28. The brush 40 is affixed to the end of the brush stem 34; the brush 40 is used for application of the mascara. In the preferred embodiment the material of the brush 40 is selected to allow for retention of mascara on the brush without absorption of the mascara into the brush.
FIGS. 4 and 5A illustrate additional viewpoints of the cosmetic device 2 from a side view and a front view showing the curler section 4, the color well section 6 and the brush section 8. FIG. 5B illustrates a cross-sectional view along line A-A shown in FIG. 5A displaying the interior of the thumb lever 36.
FIGS. 6A-6B illustrate an additional front view and corresponding cross-sectional view of the cosmetic device 2, wherein the brush 40 is positioned within a color well 42 during non-use of the cosmetic device 2. As can be seen from this embodiment, the brush 40 is secured within the color well 42 when the second snap fit plug 28 and second cavity 26 are coupled.
In conclusion, herein is presented a cosmetic device. The invention is illustrated by example in the flow diagrams and figures, and throughout the written description. It should be understood that numerous variations are possible, while adhering to the inventive concept. Such variations are contemplated as being a part of the present invention.

Claims

What is claimed is:

1. A cosmetic device comprising:

a curler section;

a color well section; and

a brush section;

wherein the curler section is attached to a first end of the color well section and the brush section is attached to a second end of the color well section.

2. The cosmetic device of claim 1 further comprising:

a first cavity, wherein the first cavity is located on the curler section and disposed to receive a first snap fit plug located on the first end of the color well section; and

a second cavity, wherein the second cavity is located on the second end of the color well section and disposed to receive a second snap fit plug located on the brush section.

3. The cosmetic device of claim 1, wherein the curler section further comprises:

a curling mechanism, wherein the curling mechanism is located at a distal end of the curler section and further comprises:

an upper curler jaw; and

a lower curler jaw;

wherein the upper curler jaw is stationary and affixed by a plurality of rods protruding perpendicularly from a bottom edge of the upper curler jaw.

4. The cosmetic device of claim 3, wherein each individual rod of the plurality of rods is positioned near an outer edge of the bottom edge of the upper curler jaw.

5. The cosmetic device of claim 4, wherein the lower curler jaw is slideably affixed to the plurality of rods, and wherein the plurality of rods extend through the lower curler jaw to travel along a length of the plurality of rods.

6. The cosmetic device of claim 4, wherein the lower curler jaw is in contact with the upper curler jaw in a resting position.

7. The cosmetic device of claim 4, wherein the lower curler jaw slides along the plurality of rods until it meets the upper curler jaw when a quantity of force is applied to the lower curler.

8. The cosmetic device of claim 4, wherein the curler section further comprises:

a thumb lever, wherein the thumb lever enables movement of the lower curler jaw during use to create a void between the lower curler jaw and the upper curler jaw to receive an eyelash.

9. The cosmetic device of claim 4, wherein the brush section further comprises:

an end cap;

a brush stem, wherein the brush stem extends from the end cap; and

a brush, wherein the brush is connected to the brush stem.

10. The cosmetic device of claim 9, wherein the end cap possesses an outer diameter equal to a diameter of the color well section.

11. The cosmetic device of claim 9, wherein the color well section further comprises a mascara well to interact with the brush from the brush section for the application of mascara to an individual.