HK40006672A - Cosmetic stamp and method of using the same - Google Patents

Description

Cosmetic seal and use method thereof

The application is a divisional application of the invention with the application date of 2017, month 01 and 25, the application number of 201710055994.0 and the name of 'cosmetic stamp and use method thereof'.

Cross reference to related applications

This application claims 2016 the priority of U.S. provisional application No. 62/321,884, filed 4/13/2016, which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.

1. Field of the invention

The invention relates to a cosmetic stamp comprising one or more stamp elements, a stamp chamber for carrying the one or more stamp elements, and a stamp substance. In addition, the invention also relates to a method for using the cosmetic stamp. For example, cosmetic stamps are eyebrow stamps which employ two sets of stamp elements and stamp material to apply left and right cosmetic eyebrows.

2. Background of the invention

Cosmetic stamps are commonly used by consumers in a variety of applications, such as printing cosmetic eyebrows, making up lip gloss, or making up whiskers. In applying a cosmetic stamp, a user typically purchases a stamp having a specific design, a stamp application pen (stamp application pen) that applies ink to the stamp, and a container for accommodating the stamp. These devices may be sold separately and provided in separate containers. To apply the stamp, the user typically needs to employ a complex process of applying ink to one side of the cosmetic stamp using a stamp applicator pen.

After the cosmetic stamp is used or worn, the cosmetic stamp is generally cleaned using a complicated process. The eyebrow design can be removed from its base and cleaned with soap and water. A brow brush is typically provided to clean the eyebrow stamp. The eyebrow stamp must then be reconnected to the base. In addition, the stamp application pen must also be handled. It is recommended to place the nib end down in a cup or holder so that the tip remains wet and does not dry out. Furthermore, if the nib dries, it must be placed tip down until it is again wet.

3. Description of the drawings

The foregoing summary, as well as the following detailed description of the invention, will be better understood when read in conjunction with the appended drawings. For the purpose of illustration, there is shown in the drawings embodiments which are part of the invention. It should be understood, however, that the invention is not limited to the precise arrangements and instrumentalities shown. The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and constitute a part of this specification, illustrate embodiments of the system and apparatus of the invention and together with the description, serve to explain the advantages and principles of the invention.

FIG. 1 shows a perspective view of an example cosmetic stamp including one or more stamp elements.

FIG. 2 shows another perspective view of an example cosmetic stamp including one or more stamp elements.

FIG. 3 shows a bottom elevation view of an example stamp element without a stamp.

FIG. 4 shows a perspective view of an example of a stamp element without a stamp.

FIG. 5 shows a side elevational view of an example of a stamp element without a stamp.

FIG. 6 shows a bottom perspective view of an example of a stamp chamber of a cosmetic stamp.

FIG. 7 shows a top perspective view of an example of a stamp chamber of a cosmetic stamp.

FIG. 8 shows a perspective view of an example of a stamp element of a cosmetic stamp with stamp.

FIG. 9 shows a bottom elevation view of an example stamp element of a cosmetic stamp with stamp.

FIG. 10 shows a perspective view of an example of a cosmetic stamp in a closed configuration.

FIG. 11 shows a perspective view of an example of a cosmetic stamp in a closed configuration.

FIG. 12 shows a perspective view of an example of a cosmetic stamp in a closed configuration.

4. Detailed description of the invention

Before explaining at least one example of the invention in detail, it is to be understood that the invention is not limited in its application to the details of construction and the arrangement of the components set forth in the following description or illustrated in the drawings. The figures and description are provided to teach any person skilled in the art to make and use the invention for which patent protection is sought. The invention is capable of other embodiments and of being practiced and carried out in various ways. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that not all features of a commercial embodiment are provided for illustration and understanding. Those skilled in the art will also appreciate that the development of an actual commercial embodiment incorporating aspects of the present inventions will require numerous implementation-specific decisions to achieve the developer's ultimate goal for the commercial embodiment. While such attempts may be complex and time consuming, they are merely routine undertaking for those of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of this disclosure.

Also, it is to be understood that the phraseology and terminology used herein is for the purpose of description and should not be regarded as limiting. For example, singular terms, such as "a", are not intended to limit the number of items. Furthermore, relative terms, such as, but not limited to, "top," "bottom," "left," "right," "upper," "lower," "upper," "side," are used merely for illustration of the particular figure and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention or its claims. Further, it should be understood that any one feature of the present invention may be used alone or in combination with other features. Other systems, methods, features and advantages of the invention will be or will become apparent to one with skill in the art upon examination of the following and the accompanying drawings. It is intended that all such additional systems, methods, features and advantages be included within this description, be within the scope of the invention, and be protected by the accompanying claims.

FIG. 1 shows a perspective view of one example of a cosmetic stamp 100 including one or more stamp elements 120. Referring to FIG. 1, cosmetic stamp 100 includes a stamp chamber 110 for receiving the one or more stamp elements 120.

In this example, cosmetic stamp 100 is an eyebrow stamp for applying makeup to the eyebrow of a user's face. Meanwhile, two stamp elements 120 are used in this example, one stamp element 120 having a right eye-brow shape, and the second stamp element 120 having a different shape for a left eye-brow. However, it will be understood by those of ordinary skill in the art that the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, cosmetic stamp 100 may include only one stamp element 120 or more than two stamp elements 120. In addition, cosmetic stamp 100 may have different applications, for example, it may be used to print beard or other features on a user's skin. Additionally, although stamp elements 120 may have different stamp shapes for right or left eyebrows, or different beard shapes, it should be understood that all stamp elements 120 may have the same stamp shape.

Still referring to the example shown in FIG. 1, this stamp chamber 110 includes a chamber body 112, a stamp receiving opening 114 for receiving stamp element 120, and a chamber lid 116 for covering stamp chamber 110. As shown in more detail in fig. 2, the stamp chamber 110 also contains a stamp substance 118, and the stamp substance 118 may be disposed beneath the chamber lid 116. In addition, stamp chamber 110 includes an upper recess 115 for mating with stamp element 120 and securing stamp element 120 to stamp chamber 110. In this example, intermediate wall 119 extends across a central longitudinal axis of seal chamber 110 and divides seal chamber 110 into two portions having left and right seal-receiving openings 114.

Cosmetic stamp 100 also includes a stamp element 120. Each of the one or more stamp elements 120 includes a handle 122 (for holding stamp element 120), a stamp element body 124 (for use as another stamp, covering the other side of stamp chamber 110), a protrusion 126 (not shown in FIG. 1, but described in more detail below, for mating with upper recess 115 and intermediate wall 119 of stamp chamber 110), a stamp holder 128 having an aperture 129 (not shown in FIG. 1, but described in more detail below), and a stamp 130 disposed in aperture 129 of stamp holder 128.

FIG. 2 shows another perspective view of an example of cosmetic stamp 100 including one or more stamp elements 120. As discussed above with respect to FIG. 1, cosmetic stamp 100 includes stamp chamber 110 having chamber body 112 and chamber cover 116.

The chamber lid 116 may secure the stamp material 118 to its underside surface. For example, the underside of the chamber lid 116 may include a depression to secure a plate (not shown) with the stamp substance 118, or the stamp substance 118 may be placed directly in the depression of the chamber lid 116. The plate is preferably a metal plate that is permanently attached (e.g., using glue or other adhesive) to a recess in the chamber lid 116, or a removable plate that may also be formed of other materials, such as plastic. The stamp substance may fill the entire plate up to the surface of the lid 116 such that the stamp substance is substantially flush with the bottom surface of the lid 116. In the preferred embodiment, the stamp material is a compressible material that forms a solid surface that will not detach from the plate unless the user presses the face of the stamp 130 against the stamp material 118.

Figure 2 also shows stamp element 120 in a different perspective view. Each stamp element 120 includes a handle 122, a stamp element body 124, a protrusion 126, a stamp holder 128, and a stamp 130. Protrusions 126 may extend from the lower interior side of stamp element body 124, forming a boundary around stamp holder 128 and stamp 130.

Fig. 3-5 show a bottom elevation view, a perspective view, and a side elevation view, respectively, of an example of stamp element 120 without stamp 130.

Referring to fig. 3 and 4, projection 126 is completely enclosed within the boundary formed by the edge of stamp element body 124, and stamp holder 128 is completely enclosed within the boundary formed by projection 126. Stamp element body 124 and protrusion 126 may each have the same semi-circular or semi-oval shape, with protrusion 126 being smaller in size so that together two stamp elements 120 form a complete circle or a complete oval shape. As described in detail below, the complete circle or oval formed by the two stamp elements 120 corresponds to the shape of the chamber body 112 and the overall shape of the cosmetic stamp 100.

Referring to FIG. 5, a side elevational view of stamp element 120 is shown. In this example, stamp element body 124 extends both outward and inward from central axis y of stamp element 120 more than shank 122, protrusion 126, and stamp holder 128. Protrusion 126 extends both outward and inward from medial axis y more than stamp holder 128. Further, in this example, stamp holder 128 may extend outwardly from central axis y more than shank 122.

Handle 122 may have a variety of different shapes and sizes to allow a user to hold stamp element 120. In one example, shank 122 may have a substantially similar or identical shape and/or size as stamp holder 128 or stamp 130, but have a greater height extension along central axis y. By having the same or similar shape and/or size as stamp holder 128 or stamp 130, the user can determine the shape and/or size of the stamp simply by viewing handle 122. For example, when cosmetic stamp 100 is on the shelf of a retail store, a user can determine the shape and/or size of stamp 130 by viewing handle 120 without having to disassemble cosmetic stamp 100 or open stamp chamber 110. Furthermore, in the preferred embodiment, the entire stamp element 120, except stamp 130, is made of a transparent plastic material, allowing a user to view stamp 130 through stamp element body 124 without opening stamp chamber 110.

FIG. 6 shows a bottom perspective view of one example of stamp chamber 110 of cosmetic stamp 100. The cosmetic stamp 100 includes a stamp chamber 110, the stamp chamber 110 having a chamber body 112 and a chamber cover 116 to which a stamp material 118 is affixed. Stamp chamber 110 further comprises a hinge 131 to connect chamber lid 116 to chamber body 112, fixing elements 113, 117 for fixing chamber lid 116 to chamber body 112 in the closed configuration.

As also shown in FIG. 6, stamp chamber 110 includes a planar surface 111 that intersects a surface to which stamp material 118 is affixed. In this example, the flat surface 111 is located at the bottom of the chamber body 112, opposite the top of the chamber lid 116, as shown. However, it should be understood that the location of the stamp material 118 and the planar surface 111 may be interchanged, such that the planar surface 111 could also be disposed on the top of the chamber lid 116, and the stamp material 118 disposed on the bottom of the chamber body 112. In one example, the planar surface 111 may also include a permanently attached or removable mirror or reflective element (not shown). In addition, to keep the mirror or reflective element clean and separate from the stamp material 118, a paper having the same shape as the surface, e.g., a separator paper, may be placed between the two surfaces.

FIG. 7 shows a top perspective view of an example of stamp chamber 110 of cosmetic stamp 100. Since, in the preferred example, each stamp 130 is crescent-shaped, similar to an eyebrow, the oval, egg-shaped shape of cosmetic stamp 100 provides the most compact configuration for accommodating stamp 130. In the preferred example, the chamber body 112 extends along a central longitudinal axis z that is parallel to the intermediate wall 119. Accordingly, when two crescent-shaped stamps 130 are placed in stamp receiving opening 114 with their concave surfaces facing each other, they fit most compactly within chamber body 112 having an oval, egg-shaped shape.

Still referring to FIG. 7, chamber body 112 includes an indentation 133 extending along upper recess 115 for receiving one or more protuberances (not shown) formed on an outer surface of projection 126 of stamp element 120. The interaction between the one or more ridges and indentation 133 further strengthens the bond between stamp element 120 and chamber body 112. That is, the one or more protuberances can mate with indentations 133 to further secure stamp element 120 to chamber body 112. Further, a boundary 132 is formed at the outer surface of the cover 116 for dividing the cover 116 into an inner ring surface and an outer ring surface. In one example, the label of cosmetic stamp 100 may be affixed to an inner ring surface, and the inner ring surface may be recessed relative to the outer ring surface.

FIG. 8 shows a perspective view of an example of stamp element 120 of cosmetic stamp 100 with stamp 130. FIG. 9 shows a bottom elevation view of an example stamp element 120 of cosmetic stamp 100 with stamp 130.

Referring to fig. 8 and 9, stamp 130 is removably inserted into stamp holder 128 of stamp element 120. Stamp 130 has a substantially similar shape and size as stamp holder 128 such that when stamp 130 is inserted into stamp holder 128, stamp 130 is fixedly attached to stamp holder 128 by friction between stamp 130 and stamp holder 128. Since two stamp elements 120 may each have a stamp shape for the right and left eyebrows, and since stamp 130 has a reversible, mirror-image shape on the opposite side, one side for the right eyebrow and the other side for the left eyebrow, eyebrow stamp 130 for one stamp element 120 may be used for the other stamp element 120. That is, each stamp 130 is a reversible stamp that is interchangeable between stamp elements 120 for the convenience of the user. Further, stamp 130 is removable, which may be replaced with a different stamp 130 altogether.

In a preferred embodiment, stamp 130 may be made of a foam material and have a flat and smooth stamp surface. In another example, stamp 130 may be made of other materials (e.g., rubber, plastic, or polymeric materials). In addition, stamp 130 may have a textured stamp surface, such as the texture of various hairs of the eyebrow. In another example, stamp 130 may have different stamp surfaces on opposite sides, having a substantially similar shape and size on one side to stamp holder 128 so as to be in close association therewith, and different shapes and sizes on the other side. A side having a substantially similar shape and size as stamp holder 128 may be thicker than a side having a different shape and size to engage stamp holder 128 when the stamp surface is used.

Fig. 10, 11, and 12 show perspective views of examples of cosmetic stamps 100, 400, 500 in a closed configuration. Referring to FIG. 10, cosmetic stamp 100 may have a stamp element 120 with a handle 122 that together forms a handle shape. Referring to fig. 11 and 12, cosmetic stamp 400, 500 may have stamp element 420, 520 with handle 422, 522 having the same shape and size as the stamp of cosmetic stamp 400, 500. Cosmetic stamp 400 may be used to apply a conventional eyebrow shape while cosmetic stamp 500 may be applied with a refined eyebrow shape. As discussed above, in one example, stamp element 120, 420, 520 may be made of a material that is completely transparent so that a user can see the stamp secured by stamp element 120, 420, 520 when cosmetic stamp 100, 400, 500 is in the closed configuration.

In one example, cosmetic stamp 100 is provided that includes a stamp chamber 110 and one or more stamp elements 120. The user may apply stamp "by removing stamp element 120 from stamp chamber 110, opening cover 116, pressing the face of stamp 130 of stamp element 120 against stamp material 118, and applying stamp 130 to the user's skin. For example, a user may use a mirror, such as a mirror on the plane 111, when applying the stamp 130 to their skin. The user may repeat this step, applying the second stamp to his skin using second stamp element 120. For example, the first stamp may have a right eye-brow shape, and the second stamp may have a left eye-brow shape. When stamp 130 is worn, the user may replace the stamp with a separately purchased stamp or a stamp in a package containing a plurality of different replaceable stamps 130. In another example, when two stamps 130 of two stamp elements 120 are worn, the user may reverse the orientation of two stamps 130 so that their used sides face inward toward stamp holder 128 and interchange stamps 130 for use with the other stamp element 120.

In one aspect, it should be appreciated that cosmetic stamp 100 advantageously provides an all-in-one kit including one or more stamps and stamp materials. Other advantages include providing a product that is easy to use and configured to enable quick application of a cosmetic stamp without causing mess. In addition, cosmetic stamp 100 is easy to clean and has replaceable stamp 130. In addition, cosmetic stamp 100 is easily portable and can be controlled by a single hand of a user. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the advantages of cosmetic stamp 100 are not so limited, but are merely examples of the advantages of the present invention.

It will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that changes could be made to the embodiments described above without departing from the invention. It is understood, therefore, that this invention is not limited to the particular embodiments disclosed, but it is intended to cover modifications within the spirit and scope of the present invention and the appended claims.

Claims (26)

1. Cosmetic stamp, including:

a stamp chamber having a chamber lid having a recess to secure a stamp material;

a first stamp element comprising:

a first stamp element body;

a first stamp projecting from the first stamp element body along a first longitudinal direction, the first stamp configured to stamp a skin of a user;

a first handle projecting from the first stamp element body along a second longitudinal direction, the first handle configured to be grasped by a user when applying the first stamp element to the skin of the user;

a second stamp element comprising:

a second stamp element body;

a second stamp projecting from the second stamp element body along the first longitudinal direction, the stamp configured to stamp a skin of a user; and

a second handle projecting from the second stamp element body along the second longitudinal direction, the second handle configured to be held by a user when applying the second stamp element to the skin of the user independently of the first stamp element.

2. The cosmetic stamp of claim 1 wherein the stamp chamber includes an intermediate wall extending across a central longitudinal axis of the stamp chamber and dividing the stamp chamber into two sections having left and right stamp receiving openings.

3. The cosmetic stamp of claim 2 wherein the stamp chamber includes an upper recess for mating with the stamp element.

4. The cosmetic stamp of claim 3 wherein the stamp member includes a protrusion for mating engagement with the upper recess and the intermediate wall of the stamp chamber.

5. The cosmetic stamp of claim 1, wherein the handle and the second handle form a handle when the first stamp element and the second stamp element are placed within the stamp chamber.

6. The cosmetic stamp of claim 1 wherein the handle is shaped like a right brow similar to the shape of the stamp and the second handle is shaped like a left brow similar to the shape of the second stamp.

7. The cosmetic stamp of claim 1 wherein the chamber lid is attached to the stamp chamber by a hinge and the depression is configured to secure a plate with the stamp material or directly contain the stamp material.

8. The cosmetic stamp of claim 7 wherein the plate is a metal plate or a plastic plate.

9. The cosmetic stamp of claim 1 wherein the stamp chamber includes a plane intersecting the surface to which the stamp material is affixed, the plane may include a permanently attached or removable reflective element.

10. The cosmetic stamp of claim 9 wherein the reflective element is a mirror.

11. The cosmetic stamp of claim 1 wherein the stamp element body is used as another cover for covering the other side of the stamp chamber.

12. The cosmetic stamp of claim 1 wherein the cosmetic stamp further comprises an ovoid or egg-shaped stamp chamber.

13. The cosmetic stamp of claim 1, wherein the stamp element further includes a protrusion extending from the stamp element body in the first longitudinal direction, and a stamp holder including an aperture for receiving the stamp.

14. The cosmetic stamp of claim 13, wherein the protrusion is disposed entirely within a boundary formed by an edge of the stamp element body and the stamp holder is disposed entirely within another boundary formed by an edge of the protrusion.

15. The cosmetic stamp of claim 1 wherein the stamp is removable and configured to be replaceable by another stamp.

16. The cosmetic stamp of claim 1 wherein the stamp is any one of a foam, rubber, plastic or polymer material stamp.

17. The cosmetic stamp of claim 1 wherein the stamp element, except for the stamp, is entirely made of a transparent plastic material.

18. Cosmetic stamp, including:

a seal chamber;

a first stamp element including a first handle and housed in the stamp chamber; and

a stamp material fixed to the stamp chamber,

a second stamp element comprising a second handle,

wherein the first handle and the second handle form a handle when the first stamp element and the second stamp element are placed within the stamp chamber,

the first and second handles are configured to be held by a user while applying the respective first and second stamp elements to the user's skin independently of one another,

the first stamp element and the second stamp element are independent of each other in use.

19. The cosmetic stamp of claim 18 wherein the stamp chamber includes an stamp and the stamp material is affixed to the stamp of the stamp chamber.

20. The cosmetic stamp of claim 18 wherein the stamp element includes a handle and a stamp, and the handle is shaped similarly to the stamp.

21. The cosmetic stamp of claim 18 wherein the stamp chamber has an ovoid or egg shape.

22. The cosmetic stamp of claim 18 wherein the stamp element further includes a protrusion extending from the stamp element body, and a stamp holder including an aperture for receiving a stamp.

23. The cosmetic stamp of claim 22, wherein the protrusion is disposed entirely within a boundary formed by an edge of the stamp element body and the stamp holder is disposed entirely within another boundary formed by an edge of the protrusion.

24. A method of using a cosmetic stamp, comprising:

providing a cosmetic stamp comprising:

a seal chamber;

a stamp element accommodated in the stamp chamber; and

a stamp material secured to the stamp chamber;

removing the stamp element from the stamp chamber;

pressing the stamp element against the stamp material; and

the stamp element is applied to the skin of a user.

25. The method according to claim 24, wherein the stamp element comprises a removable stamp, the method further comprising replacing the removable stamp with another stamp.

26. The method of claim 24, wherein the stamp element includes a first stamp holder and a first removable stamp, the cosmetic stamp further includes a second stamp element including a second stamp holder and a second removable stamp, and the method further comprises:

taking out the first stamp from the first stamp holder;

taking out the second stamp from the second stamp holder;

reversing the direction of the first seal and placing the first seal in the second seal holder;

and reversing the direction of the second seal, and placing the second seal in the first seal fixer.