RU2462165C2 - Device for styling hair - Google Patents

Abstract

FIELD: personal use articles.

SUBSTANCE: this invention relates to a device for hair styling. The object of the invention is to provide a device for styling hair that can uniformly provide hair styling to reduce processing time, and capable of providing hair styling for a long time, as well as to provide treatment at relatively low temperatures, preventing damage to the hair. Hair styling device includes a holder housing, in which one and the other holders are connected to each other with the ability to rotate with the connecting mechanism. At least one means of vibration, located in one or another holder or in the housing of the device and creating vibration of the specified frequency. Hair styling device also includes at least one vibrator, located on one or another holder, where the housing of the holder is adapted to hold or release the hair. The vibrator is made with the ability to apply vibration in the direction of the width of the holder housing and the transmission of vibration from the vibration device to the hair, held in this way.

EFFECT: creation of the device for hair styling that can provide uniform hair styling to reduce processing time, and capable of providing hair styling for a long time, as well as to provide treatment at relatively low temperatures, preventing damage to the hair.

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Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present invention relates to a device for styling hair.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Typically, a treatment method (permanent treatment) to achieve the desired hair styling, such as permanent straightening or permanent curling, is performed by dividing all the hair into multiple strands before or after performing the softening treatment by applying or spraying the first liquid (also called a softener, reducing agent or cold liquid) on all hair washed with shampoo, applying heat or combing, or applying a creamy product to the split hair and whether the winding of the divided hair around hair bobbins or the like in the case of permanent curling and then performing the treatment for fixing by applying or spraying a second liquid (also called a fixing agent, an oxidizing agent or a cold liquid) onto the hair, removing the bobbins for the hair after a predetermined period the period of time if the hair is wound around hair bobbins, and finally rinsing the hair with warm water or the like.

In other words, a known hair styling method, such as permanent hair curling or treatment, was performed only by a so-called chemical treatment, such as applying a first liquid (restorative agent) to the hair after curling hair around the bobbin or the like, breaking the cystine bond of the hair and joining communication through the use of a second permanent fluid (oxidizing agent) with hair changed by pertussis or the like. Therefore, the effect of maintaining hair styling, such as permanent straightening, permanent curling, treatments or the like, was very short. This can be caused by unsuccessful destruction of the cystine bond as a result of insufficient penetration of the solution of the permanent that does not penetrate the hair depth, or by a weak cystine bond due to damage to the hair during hair styling.

Therefore, for example, an attempt has been made to adjust the pH or the like of a cold liquid to various levels depending on the type of hair of an individual undergoing permanent treatment, to provide the effect of maintaining hair styling due to the aforementioned cold liquid for a long time. In reality, however, a sufficient effect of maintaining hair styling has not yet been achieved.

It is believed that the series of polypeptide chains (main chains) constituting keratin, which is the main component of hair, is arranged in a vertical direction, and neighboring main chains form a network structure by connecting to each other using side chains of cystine bond, salt bond, hydrogen bond and similar to them, the hair has high elasticity and elasticity to return to its previous shape immediately after removing the hand from the hair, even if they are bent.

To reduce elasticity by breaking down the side chains of the cystine bond, salt bond, hydrogen bond and the like, which give this elasticity to the hair, the first permanent fluid is applied to the hair. On the other hand, to restore the connection of the side chains in a new position in which the hair is bent, they are exposed to a second fluid. It is believed that long waving or the like is performed through this sequential reaction. Naturally, the same applies to correcting curly hair to change curly hair into straight lines.

In addition, in the process of styling the hair, in addition to the aforementioned hair treatment, the hair is subjected to heat treatment (physical treatment) at a constant temperature for a predetermined period of time. This heat treatment effectively uses the thermoplasticity of the medulla, outer cover, matrix, cuticle and the like, which make up the hair, to change the hair style, and seeks to achieve a synergistic effect due to the effects of the above funds (chemical treatment) on the hair.

However, since the product and heat are used during hair styling, such as the aforementioned permanent treatment or the like, care must be taken to handle the funds by accurately ensuring the correct use and quantity of each product, for example during hair styling using the product. In addition, there is a problem in that the damage to the hair is increased if the breakdown is accelerated by the first fluid to such an extent that restoration of the cystine bond in keratin is impossible, and, on the other hand, the hair is damaged, and the treatment for providing the desired hair styling cannot be performed, if the treatment using the second fluid is not completed.

In addition, it is believed that an effective way is to use the property of the hair to be drawn by repeatedly applying efforts in the direction of pulling to the hair in an almost natural state to break the cystine bond, salt bond, hydrogen bond and the like in keratin hair. However, in the known device for styling hair, the force is applied to all hair, which causes the problem of causing damage to the hair, especially severe damage to the roots of the hair.

To solve many problems, the following patent documents 1-4 are disclosed.

Patent Document 1 discloses a method for styling hair by applying ultrasonic vibration to the hair without using means or heat, and a device for implementing this method. However, Patent Document 1 does not disclose how long styling of treated hair lasts without damage to the hair.

In addition, patent documents 2 and 3 disclose a method for treating hair with ultrasonic vibration. In particular, Patent Document 3 describes that it is preferable to use relatively strong vibration to such an extent that a sufficiently high contact pressure can be applied to the hair. The creation of such a strong vibration, however, can lead to more damage to the hair than necessary, and thus it is not sufficient to solve this problem.

Patent Document 4 discloses a hair styling device for applying low-frequency vibration in the range of 1 to 20,000 Hz to the hair using a vibrator that slides in the longitudinal direction of the holder. In the hair styling device in Patent Document 4, the hair vibrates from the side (in the longitudinal direction of the holder), and thus, the hair moves with a reciprocating rotational movement along the holder. Therefore, the hair is not deformed in the vertical direction, and the round cross section can be held without damage, and therefore, the elasticity and texture can be maintained and a good grade is achieved. However, in Patent Document 4, attention is not focused on using the property of the hair to be drawn out and there is not a sufficient solution for styling the hair in an almost natural state.

Patent Document 1: JP-A-8-299046

Patent Document 2: JP-A-9-262120

Patent Document 1: JP-A-9-262123

Patent Document 1: JP-B-4069157

Disclosure of invention

The present invention has been made in view of the above problems of known methods. The aim of the present invention is to provide a device for hair styling, capable of uniformly providing hair styling to reduce processing time and capable of styling hair for a long time after treatment with a strong impact styling on the hair, by means of a limited and repeated application of force in the direction of extension to the hair almost natural state without applying force to the roots of the hair, thus providing a breakdown force of the cystine bond, salt bond and, hydrogen bonding and the like in keratin hair by using the property of hair to stretch. In particular, the present invention provides processing at relatively low temperatures and, thus, prevents hair damage.

In accordance with the present invention, a hair styling device is described below.

[1] A hair styling device for providing a desired hair styling softened by applying or spraying a softening agent on hair or hair treated by applying a hair treatment substance, the device comprising a holder body in which one or the other holders are rotatably connected to each other with another, using a connecting mechanism, at least one means of vibration located in one or another holder or in the housing of the device and creating a vibration of a given part cells, and at least one vibrator located on one or the other holder, in which the holder body is capable of holding or releasing hair with a vibrator as a result of rotation of the connecting mechanism, and in which the vibrator is slidable in the width direction of the body the holder and transmission of vibration from the means of vibration to the hair held in this way.

[2] The hair styling device described in [1], wherein at least two of the vibrators are arranged in parallel in a width direction on one or both of the holders.

[3] The hair styling device described in [1] or [2], in which the vibration generated by the vibration means can be selectively applied to an arbitrary one or more vibrators.

[4] The hair styling device described in one of [1] to [3], wherein the heater is located in one or the other holder or in the body of the device, and heat can be supplied to the hair while holding the hair.

[5] The hair styling device described in one of [1] to [4], wherein the vibration amplitude of the vibrator is in the range of 0.0001-10 mm.

[6] A hair styling device described in one of [1] to [5], wherein the frequency of the vibration means is capable of switching.

[7] The hair styling device described in one of [1] to [6], wherein the part in contact with the hair of the hair styling device is made of an elastic material.

[8] The hair styling device described in one of [1] to [7], wherein a first vibrator that vibrates in the width direction is located on one holder, and a second vibrator that vibrates in the longitudinal direction or thickness direction is on another holder.

[9] The hair styling device described in one of [1] to [8], in which the vibration from the first vibrator and the second vibrator to the hair can be applied only by one of the vibrators, alternately by vibrators or both vibrators at a time.

According to the present invention, it is possible to cause the destruction of the cystine bond, the salt bond, the hydrogen bond and the like in keratin hair by using the hair pulling property, by applying a limited and repeated application of the pulling force to the hair in an almost natural state without applying force to the hair roots. In addition, the hair styling treatment can be carried out evenly, thereby reducing the processing time and allowing the cystine bond and hydrogen bond to reconnect thereafter. In addition, a strong styling effect is exerted on the hair, thus providing an excellent beneficial effect for the hair styling apparatus capable of providing styling for a long time after treatment. In particular, the present invention provides processing at relatively low temperatures and, thus, prevents hair damage.

Brief Description of the Drawings

FIG. 1A is a schematic perspective view of one embodiment of a hair styling device in accordance with the present invention.

FIG. 1B is a schematic partial sectional view of FIG. 1A.

FIG. 2 is a schematic view illustrating a state in which the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 1A holds hair.

FIG. 3A is a front view of the hair styling device of FIG. 2, which is not partially shown and schematically illustrates a locking element and a vibrator.

FIG. 3B is a view schematically illustrating a state in which a vibrator slides with hair held by the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 2, which is not partially shown.

FIG. 3C is a view schematically illustrating a state in which a vibrator slides with hair held by the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 2, which is not partially shown.

FIG. 3D is a view schematically illustrating a state in which a vibrator slides with hair held by the hair styling device of FIG. 2, which is not partially shown.

FIG. 3E is a view schematically illustrating a state in which a vibrator slides with hair held by the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 2, which is not partially shown.

FIG. 4 is a perspective view of another embodiment of a hair styling device in accordance with the present invention, and, furthermore, is a view schematically illustrating a state before hair is held by a hair styling device.

FIG. 5A is a front view of the hair styling device of FIG. 4, which is not shown partially and schematically illustrates a locking element and a vibrator.

FIG. 5B is a view schematically illustrating a state in which a vibrator slides with hair held by the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 4, which is not partially shown.

FIG. 5C is a view schematically illustrating a state in which a vibrator slides with hair held by the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 4, which is not partially shown.

FIG. 5D is a view schematically illustrating a state in which a vibrator slides with hair held by the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 4, which is not partially shown.

FIG. 5E is a view schematically illustrating a state in which a vibrator slides with hair held by the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 4, which is not partially shown.

FIG. 6 is a perspective view of yet another embodiment of a hair styling device in accordance with the present invention, and furthermore is a view illustrating a state before holding hair of the hair styling device.

FIG. 7A is a front view of the hair styling device of FIG. 6, which is not partially shown and schematically illustrates a locking element and a vibrator.

FIG. 7B is a view schematically illustrating a state in which a vibrator slides with hair held by the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 6, which is not partially shown.

FIG. 7C is a view schematically illustrating a state in which a vibrator slides with hair held by the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 6, which is not partially shown.

FIG. 7D is a view schematically illustrating a state in which a vibrator slides with hair held by the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 6, which is not partially shown.

FIG. 7E is a view schematically illustrating a state in which a vibrator slides with hair held by the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 6, which is not partially shown.

FIG. 8A is a perspective view of yet another embodiment of a hair styling device in accordance with the present invention, and furthermore is a view schematically illustrating an embodiment.

FIG. 8B is a view illustrating the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 8A, and furthermore, a view schematically illustrating a state before holding the hair by the hair styling apparatus.

FIG. 9A is a front view of the hair styling device of FIG. 8A, which is not partially shown and schematically illustrates a locking member and vibrator.

FIG. 9B is a view schematically illustrating a state in which a vibrator slides with hair held by the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 8A, which is not partially shown.

FIG. 9C is a view schematically illustrating a state in which a vibrator slides with hair held by the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 8A, which is not partially shown.

FIG. 9D is a view schematically illustrating a state in which a vibrator slides with hair held by the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 8A, which is not partially shown.

FIG. 9E is a view schematically illustrating a state in which a vibrator slides with hair held by the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 8A, which is not partially shown.

FIG. 10 is a perspective view of yet another embodiment of a hair styling device in accordance with the present invention, and, furthermore, is a view schematically illustrating a state before hair is held by a hair styling device.

FIG. 11A is a front view of the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 10, which is not shown partially and schematically illustrates a locking element and a vibrator.

FIG. 11B is a view schematically illustrating a state in which a vibrator slides with hair held by the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 10, which is not partially shown.

FIG. 11C is a view schematically illustrating a state in which a vibrator slides with hair held by the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 10, which is not partially shown.

FIG. 11D is a view schematically illustrating a state in which a vibrator slides with hair held by the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 10, which is not partially shown.

FIG. 11E is a view schematically illustrating a state in which a vibrator slides with hair held by the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 10, which is not partially shown.

FIG. 12 is a perspective view of yet another embodiment of a hair styling device in accordance with the present invention, and, furthermore, is a view schematically illustrating a state before hair is held by a hair styling device.

FIG. 13A is a front view of the hair styling device of FIG. 12, which is not partially shown and schematically illustrates a locking element and a vibrator.

FIG. 13B is a view schematically illustrating a state in which a vibrator slides with hair held by the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 12, which is not partially shown.

FIG. 13C is a view schematically illustrating a state in which a vibrator slides with hair held by the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 12, which is not partially shown.

FIG. 13D is a view schematically illustrating a state in which a vibrator slides with hair held by the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 12, which is not partially shown.

FIG. 13E is a view schematically illustrating a state in which a vibrator slides with hair held by the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 12, which is not partially shown.

FIG. 14 is a perspective view of yet another embodiment of a hair styling device in accordance with the present invention, and, furthermore, is a view schematically illustrating a state before hair is held by a hair styling device.

FIG. 15A is a front view of the hair styling device of FIG. 14, which is not shown partially and schematically illustrates a locking element and a vibrator.

FIG. 15B is a view schematically illustrating a state in which a vibrator slides with hair held by the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 14, which is not partially shown.

FIG. 15C is a view schematically illustrating a state in which a vibrator slides with hair held by the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 14, which is not partially shown.

FIG. 15D is a view schematically illustrating a state in which a vibrator slides with hair held by the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 14, which is not partially shown.

FIG. 15E is a view schematically illustrating a state in which a vibrator slides with hair held by the hair styling apparatus of FIG. 14, which is not partially shown.

FIG. 16 is a plan view of the hair styling device of FIG. 1A, and furthermore, a view schematically illustrating a state in which the vibrator is disconnected from the hair styling device.

FIG. 17 is a front view of yet another embodiment of a hair styling device in accordance with the present invention, which is not partially shown and schematically illustrated.

FIG. 18A is a schematic view of a cam mechanism that converts rotational motion into reciprocating motion.

FIG. 18B is a schematic view of a cam mechanism that converts a reciprocating motion into another reciprocating movement in a different direction.

FIG. 18C is a view schematically illustrating an enlarged portion of the cam mechanism shown in FIG. 18B.

FIG. 19 is a schematic sectional view illustrating another embodiment of a hair styling device in accordance with the present invention.

FIG. 20A is a view schematically illustrating an enlarged part of another embodiment of a hair styling apparatus in accordance with the present invention.

FIG. 20B is a view schematically illustrating a state in which the hair styling apparatus shown in FIG. 20A, holds hair.

FIG. 21 is a view schematically illustrating yet another embodiment of a hair styling apparatus in accordance with the present invention.

FIG. 22 is a view schematically illustrating yet another embodiment of a hair styling apparatus in accordance with the present invention.

FIG. 23 is a view schematically illustrating a state in which hair styling is performed by one embodiment of a hair styling apparatus in accordance with the present invention.

FIG. 24 is a view schematically illustrating yet another embodiment of a hair styling device in accordance with the present invention, which is not partially shown.

Description of Reference Positions

1 - device for styling hair (hair straightener), 2 - holder body, 2A - one holder (upper holder), 2B - another holder (lower holder), 3 - vibration tool, 4A - device case (first grip), 4B - second grip, 5 - connecting mechanism, 5A - rivet, 6 - ceramic actuator, 7 - power cord, 9 - vibrator, 10 - cam mechanism, 11 - connecting device, 11a - connecting part, 11b - L-shaped part, 12 - hole, 12a, 12b - end of the hole, 13 - recess, 14a, 14b - supporting end, 15 - fixing element, 16 - section for vibrator holding, 20A - upper holder, 20B - lower holder, 31 - hair straightener, 22 - electric motor, 23 - eccentric cam, 24 - cam, 25 - vibration transmitter, 40 - vibration absorber (vibration isolator), 47a - protrusion, 47b - recess, 49 — heater integrated in the vibrator, 51 — first vibrator, 53 — second vibrator, 60 — cam mechanism, 63 — eccentric cam, 64 — cam, 99 — hair.

BEST MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION

Below will be described the best embodiment of a device for styling hair in accordance with the present invention specifically with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, it is obvious that the present invention, in General, includes a device for styling hair with specific issues of the invention and the present invention is not limited to the options for implementation described below.

[1] Configuration of the hair styling device of the present invention

A hair styling device in accordance with the present invention is a hair styling device that provides the desired styling of hair softened by applying or spraying a softener, or hair treated by applying a hair treatment agent, as shown in FIG. 1A, 1B, 2, and 19. The hair styling device includes a holder body 2 in which one holder 2A and another holder 2B are rotatably connected to each other by a connecting mechanism 5, at least one vibration means 3, located in one holder 2A or another holder 2B or in the housing 4A of the device and generates vibration of a given frequency, and at least one vibrator 9 located on one holder 2A or another holder 2B. The holder body 2 is configured to hold or release hair using a vibrator 9 by rotating the connecting mechanism 5, and the vibrator 9 is slidable in the width direction of the holder body 2 and transmit vibration from the vibration means 3 to the hair held in this way.

[1-1] Hair processed in accordance with the present invention

The hair styling device according to the present invention can preferably be used for hair softened by applying or spraying a softener, or hair treated by applying a hair treatment agent (hereinafter referred to as “hair after softening or other treatment”) . In other words, the hair styling device according to the present invention is preferably used for styling the hair of the head. In the method of this softening or other treatment, the hair is first washed with shampoo and then the first liquid (softener) is carefully applied or sprayed onto the hair. Naturally, although the hair styling device according to the present invention can preferably be used for hair after softening or other treatment, as described above, the hair styling device is not limited to hair after softening or other treatment, and the hair styling device also provides excellent, favorable action on hair not subjected to softening or other treatment.

[1-1-1] Hair softener (hair treatment product)

The hair softener (hair treatment agent) includes, for example, hair dye, treatment agent, hair styling lotion and the like, and more specifically, hair cuticle softener, hair treatment, hair styling, hair rinse, hair cream, hair mousse, hair gel, hair mask and the like.

[1-1-2] Desired hair styling

Although the desired hair styling, which can be obtained by using the hair styling device in accordance with the present invention, is not particularly limited, preferably the hair styling device can be used for hair styling, which provides hair styling, such as, for example, permanent perm, permanent straightening or the like for hair softened by applying or spraying a softener, or hair treated by applying a softener Hair rabotki.

[1-1-2-1] Permanent wave

When performing permanent hair curling, the hair can be styled in the desired hairstyle by using the hair styling device according to this embodiment by shampooing, holding a predetermined amount of hair while combing the hair softened with the first liquid, aligning the hair bundle from the hair roots to the ends hair and, for example, imparting a wave (curl) in a specific direction with a hair straightener or winding hair around a hair bobbin so that when lizitelno uniform tensile force is applied to the hair from the hair roots to ends.

[1-1-2-2] Permanent straightening

When performing permanent hair straightening, the hair can be styled in the desired hairstyle by using the hair styling device according to this embodiment by aligning the shampoo washed and combed hair bundle from the hair roots to the ends of the hair while holding a predetermined amount, softening the hair by applying or spraying the first fluid to the hair and then straightening the hair bundle held in accordance with a predetermined amount from the hair root to the tip of the hair and when combing the hair in such a way that the hair becomes, for example, straight.

[1-2] Means of vibration

The vibration means in this embodiment has the function of, so to speak, an energy source that transmits (applies) vibration to the hair after being softened by vibration of the vibrator. Although the vibration means 3 is located in the holder body 2 (holder 2A, holder 2B) in FIG. 1B, the location is not limited to the holder body 2, and, for example, in the case of a hair styling device comprising the device body 4A, as shown in FIG. 19, vibration means 3 may be located in the device body.

More preferably, however, the aforementioned vibration means is located in the holder body. For example, vibration means 3, such as a ceramic actuator, are located in the holder 2B of the holder body 2, similar to the hair styling device shown in FIG. 1B, thereby providing a reduction in the distance of transmission of vibration to the vibrator and, thus, reliably providing a predetermined vibration applied (transmitted) to the hair. In other words, the loss of transmission of vibration to the hair is reduced and the applied vibration can be reliably and evenly controlled, and therefore, it is believed that this is one of the preferred methods.

The means of vibration can be, for example, an electric motor, such as a small electric motor or a horizontal electric motor, an electromagnetic actuator, a ceramic actuator or the like, including vibration means connected to the power supply from the mains via a power cord 7. If a ceramic actuator or the like forms a vibrational means, the electric power is directly converted into mechanical energy of translational motion, thereby providing an increase in the efficient use of electric power and energy saving. The operation of the vibration means starts or ends by using a known power switch or the like, which can be installed. If an electric motor or the like that generates rotational motion is used as a vibration means, the vibrator described below can vibrate, for example, by converting the rotational motion into linear motion by using the cam mechanism 10 shown in FIG. 18A, and further converting the aforementioned translational motion into a sliding motion (reciprocating motion) in the width direction of the holder by using the cam mechanism 60, as shown in FIG. 18B and 18C. The vibration means made in this way is preferably as light as possible, since a very heavy vibration means can make the hair styling burdensome.

The vibration means is preferably configured to produce a vibration of a predetermined frequency. Creating a vibration of a predetermined frequency for applying force in the direction of hair pulling in the desired range provides the force to break the cystine bond, salt bond, hydrogen bond and the like in keratin hair by using the property of hair to stretch.

More preferably, the vibration means is configured to create a vibration with a predetermined frequency in the range of 1-200000 Hz. Thus, the vibration means is configured to repeatedly and reliably apply a pulling or pulling force to a limited part of the hair in the direction, for example, of the width of the holder, if the vibration has a predetermined frequency of a minimum value. In addition, for example, if the vibration has a predetermined frequency of maximum magnitude, the vibration can be repeatedly and delicately applied to the hair in the width direction of the holder. In other words, a pulling and pulling force is repeatedly and reliably applied to a limited part of the hair in an almost natural state. In particular, this feature is convenient for performing hair processing for a short period of time or for fine adjustment of the amplitude of the applied vibration in accordance with the type of individual hair. More preferably, the vibration means is configured to create a vibration of a predetermined frequency in the range of 1-20000 Hz. If the vibration of a given frequency has a maximum value of 20,000 Hz, the means of vibration for creating a vibration is not very complex or large in size, although the range of selectable amplitudes is reduced relative to a more delicate application of vibration than in the case of 200,000 Hz, and thus this feature is more convenient in terms of manufacturing and provides a reduction in production costs. Thus, applying force to the hair in the pulling direction within the desired range provides the breaking force of the cystine bond, salt bond, hydrogen bond and the like in keratin hair by using the hair pull property.

More specifically, the vibration means is configured to create a vibration with a frequency in the range of 10-100 Hz, since it is believed that low-frequency vibration with frequencies in the range of 10-100 Hz is more effective for repeatedly applying force to a limited part in an almost natural state than ultrasonic vibration. Therefore, low-frequency vibration is transmitted to the hair along the width direction of the holder 2B, as shown in FIG. 1A and 2, which provides a pulling force that is repeatedly applied more easily to a limited part of the hair, allows you to use the property of the hair to stretch and allows you to minimize damage to the hair roots while maintaining the natural texture of the hair. In addition, the application of low-frequency vibration to the hair provides a force that destroys the cystine bond, salt bond, hydrogen bond and the like in the keratin of the hair.

In addition, it is believed that it is preferable to perform hair styling as a hair styling by applying vibration in a predetermined range from a predetermined direction, since this ensures that the first fluid penetrates the hair, which softens the hair, and thus enhances the effect of the first fluid. Thus, it becomes possible to maintain the elasticity and texture of the hair by adjusting the frequency of the means of vibration within a given range of values.

In addition, the frequency of the vibration means is preferably switchable. The stiffness, thickness of the hair and the like varies between individuals, and therefore, a switchable predetermined frequency facilitates the styling of the hair in accordance with the individual properties of the hair. Thus, this is one of the preferred methods.

[1-3] Holder body

The holder body 2 in this embodiment consists of one holder 2A and another holder 2B, and one holder 2A and the other holder 2B are rotatably connected to each other by a connecting mechanism 5. In addition, one holder 2A and the other holder 2B are made with the possibility of rotation sufficient to hold the hair. It should be noted that strong contact between the holders during hair processing can deform the hair sandwiched between the holders. Therefore, such strong contact between the holders is unfavorable. Thus, in this embodiment, it is preferable to reduce the contact force to a level sufficient only to hold the hair relative to the contact between the holders, the contact between the vibrator located on one of the holders, and the other holder, the contact between the vibrator located on one of the holders and fixing an element located on the other holder, the contact between the vibrators located on both holders, or the like.

In this document, how the holder body holds the hair is an important issue for the hair styling device. For example, if the hair is sandwiched between the holders with a high compressive force (strong pressure) and the hair styling is performed under a maintained strong pressure, the cross section of the hair is deformed at the high pressure stage, and in addition, the hair styling is performed on deformed hair, and therefore double or triple damage to the hair is applied. In other words, even if the holder body were adapted to apply a predetermined vibration from a predetermined direction to the hair, the compressed and damaged hair continues to be further compressed with great force during hair styling. Thus, even if the vibrator slides repeatedly, the hair cannot be pulled or pulled or cannot be pulled or pulled completely and the hair is compressed with great force, as a result of which the hair remains stretched to its maximum length or is pulled and the hair is damaged. In such circumstances, it is impossible to maintain the elasticity and texture of the hair and to perform satisfactory hair styling. Therefore, in this embodiment, one holder and another holder gently hold the hair so as not to deform the hair by the connecting mechanism, and the hair is pulled or compressed while holding the hair with two holders.

In addition, to prevent damage to the hair caused by excessive pressing force of one and the other holders when the hair is held by one holder and the other holder, preferably, for example, the protrusion 47a, as shown in FIG. 22 is located on the holder 2B, and the recess 47b is located on the holder 2A. This configuration prevents a large pressing force, since even if one holder and the other holder are strongly pressed against each other (one holder or another holder), the protrusion 47a and the recess 47b serve as a stop before applying a large pressing force. Therefore, the pressing force on the hair is prevented. In other words, vibration can be applied in an almost natural state.

The shape of the holder body may include, for example, a cylindrical, rectangular, rod-like shape and the like. The shape, however, is not limited to this, and preferably the holder body has a shape that allows the holders to hold and let go of hair and allows the holders to rotate by means of a connecting mechanism. In addition, if the vibrator 9 shown in FIG. 1A and 1B, the vibration transmitter 25 shown in FIG. 1B and the like, the holder body preferably has a hollow shape. The shape of the holder body, however, is not limited to the hollow shape, and the holder body in this embodiment includes cases having a shape that provides a vibrator in the holder body, provides vibration to the hair when the vibrator is positioned, or any other peripheral element.

In addition, the holder body is made of a known metal material such as titanium alloy, duralumin, aluminum alloy or steel. The material is not limited to this, and the holder body may be made of a material that is lightweight, resistant to vibration, and durable. In addition, the holder body is preferably made of a material having excellent heat resistance in addition to the above properties.

[1-3-1] Connecting mechanism

The holder body, as shown in FIG. 1A is rotatably connected by a connecting mechanism 5. Specifically, one holder 2A and another holder 2B are rotatably connected to each other by means of a rivet 5a as a support shaft, so that the holders are capable of pivoting up and down when viewed towards the paper plane of FIG. 1A. The coupling mechanism, however, is not limited to this, and the coupling mechanism in this embodiment includes a known coupling structure in which the holder body is able to rotate. By freely rotating one of the holders 2A and the other holders 2B by means of the connecting mechanism 5, one holders 2A and the other holders 2B can smoothly hold or release hair.

In addition, the holder body preferably comprises a biasing element, such as a spring, which provides rotation (opening or closing between one holder and the other holder), since it provides smooth retention of the hair, so that the hair can be processed smoothly.

[1-4] Vibrator

At least one vibrator is located in one or the other holder and is configured to hold or release hair using a vibrator. In addition, the vibrator is configured to apply vibration in the width direction of the holder body and transmit vibration from the vibration means to the held hair. The vibrator is designed in such a way that the vibrator serves as a transmitter of vibration generated by the vibration means to the hair. Specifically, a vibrator made in this way creates a pulling force for a limited and repeated application to hair in an almost natural state without applying force to the hair roots and creates a force for breaking the cystine bond, salt bond, hydrogen bond and the like in keratin hair the properties of the hair stretch, thus providing a favorable effect of the present application.

In addition, the vibrator is preferably slidable in the width direction of the holder body, since the vibrator sliding in the width direction of the holder body transmits vibration to the hair and intermittent application of force in the pulling direction to the limited part of the hair in an almost natural state without applying force to the roots hair.

As used herein, the expression “at least one vibrator is located on one or another holder” means that if one vibrator is located on at least one holder, one vibrator may be located on another holder or may be omitted on another holder . Alternatively, the expression means that one vibrator can be located on each of the holders or a plurality of vibrators can be located on both holders. This is because one vibrator located on at least one holder provides the beneficial effect of the present application. In the case where at least one vibrator is located on one holder and the vibrator is not located on the other holder, for example, a fixing element or the like is provided to ensure that the hair is held or released, so that the hair can be held or released using the fixing element and vibrator. This is because the presence of a fixing element or the like makes it possible to limit the hair portion to the part to which the vibration is applied, thus providing a favorable effect of the present application.

In addition, “the force is applied in the direction of hair extension” since the hair is usually pulled or pulled in accordance with weather, temperature, humidity or the like, and it is possible to reduce hair damage by using the hair pulling property. In addition, the force in the pulling direction is "repeatedly" applied to the hair, since if the vibration is applied to the hair in only one direction relative to the longitudinal direction of the hair, the hair is constantly stretched or strained, as a result of which the hair is easily damaged or tense condition. Therefore, the vibrator is configured to repeatedly apply vibration to the hair, so to speak, in two directions along the longitudinal direction of the hair.

In addition, “the force is applied in an almost natural state,” since excessive force, if applied excessively from the direction in which the hair does not have the ability to stretch hair, can damage the hair. Specifically, even if the hair pull property is used, the hair pull ability is limited, and thus, when a force exceeding the limit is applied, or the force is applied excessively from the direction in which the hair is not stretched or pulled, the force is applied to the hair, and the hair are damaged. In addition, the term “limited” is used because when vibration is applied, for example, so that the hair between the (held) holders is pulled in the same direction, the hair roots are respectively pulled, and excessive force is also applied to the hair roots. Therefore, vibration is applied only to the clamped part of the hair located between the (held) holders by means of a vibrator, so that partial hair processing is achieved by “repeatedly” applying force in the direction of pulling to the part using vibrators, in other words, applying force to provide say reciprocating motion. Thus, the present invention eliminates the risk of applying force to the hair roots or damage to them.

A vibrator will be specifically described below with reference to FIG. 1A and FIG. 2-3E. In this document, FIG. 2 is a schematic view illustrating a state before being held by the hair styling device 1 of the embodiment shown in FIG. 1, hair 99, and also this is a perspective view illustrating a hair styling device 1, in which a vibrator 9 is located on a holder 2B of a hair styling device 1, and a locking member 15 is located on a holder 2A, and which is not partially shown. FIG. 3A is a view schematically illustrating only the locking member 15 and the vibrator 9 shown in FIG. 1A, where the sliding direction of the vibrator is indicated by arrow A. In addition, FIG. 3B-3E are views schematically illustrating a state in which the vibrator 9 slides with the held hair 99, and also views illustrating a state in which the sliding vibrator 9 moves (slides) in the width direction of the holder (left or right from the center of the paper sheet (arrow direction in FIG. 3A)) with respect to the fixing member 15.

The double lines on the hair 99 shown in FIG. 3B-3E are applied to provide an understanding of the movement of hair pulling and pulling, to which vibration must be applied. Below, the same is used for FIG. 5B-5E, FIG. 7B-7E, FIG. 9B-9E, FIG. 11B-11E, FIG. 13B-13E and FIG. 15B-15E.

As shown in FIG. 3A, the vibrator 9 applies vibration (slides) in the width direction of the holder 2B (shown in FIG. 2), that is, in the transverse direction (direction of the width of the holder) relative to the fixing element 15. When applying vibration to the hair held by the vibrator 9 and the fixing element 15 as shown in FIG. 3B, hair 99 extends in a left direction, as shown in FIG. 3C. The application of vibration is accordingly repeated, and therefore, as shown in FIG. 3D, the hair extension disappears when the vibrator 9 returns to the position before the application of vibration (the former position, which is the same as in FIG. 3B). Specifically, the hair is pulled together in comparison with elongated hair and returns to its previous state (length) inherent in the hair before stretching. Furthermore, when the vibrator slides in the right direction, as shown in FIG. 3E, the hair is pulled in the right direction with a sliding motion. After that, the above sequence of movements is repeated. Thus, while vibration is applied to the hair, the vibrator slides repeatedly in the direction of the width of the holder, and therefore, the reciprocating movement of pulling and pulling the hair is performed along with the sliding motion. In particular, the multiple sliding movement of the vibrator in the width direction limits the area of application of vibration on the hair to a limited area instead of all hair, and therefore this leads to a repetition of the cycle in which the hair is stretched to a limited extent, or the pulling force is released. Therefore, this type of partial stretching force applies vibration to the hair in an almost natural state without applying force to the hair roots, thereby preventing stress on the hair or its damage.

In addition, with regard to a hair styling device in which one or more vibrators are located in each of the holder bodies, there is an example in which one vibrator is located in each of the upper and lower holders (one and the other holders), such as, for example, the hair styling device shown in FIG. four.

Specifically, in the hair styling apparatus shown in FIG. 4, a vibrator 9 (9a, 9b) is located in each of the upper holder (one holder 2a) and the lower holder (the other holder 2b), and these vibrators 9 are slidable in the opposite direction (between the upper and lower vibrators), as shown in FIG. 5A. Then, as shown in FIG. 5B, when vibration is applied to the hair held by the vibrators 9 (9a, 9b) in the upper holder 2a and the lower holder 2b, sliding in the right direction of the vibrator 9a on the upper holder 2a is performed simultaneously with sliding in the left direction of the vibrator 9b on the lower holder 2b, and the hair is pulled in a left or right direction with each sliding movement (see Fig. 5C). Then, sliding in the left direction of the vibrator on the upper holder 2a is performed simultaneously with sliding in the right direction of the vibrator on the lower holder 2b, and when the vibrators return to their previous positions before applying the vibration in the same manner as in FIG. 5B, the hair extension disappears (see FIG. 5D). In addition, the vibrator on the upper holder slides in the left direction from the previous position (the previous position before applying the vibration) shown in FIG. 5E, and at the same time, the vibrator on the lower holder slides in the right direction, as a result of which the upper holder and lower holder apply forces to the hair in different directions, respectively. Thus, the hair styling device is capable of slightly stretching the hair. Therefore, the vibrators on the upper and lower holders slide in the left and right directions, respectively, as a result of which the vibration is repeatedly applied to the hair held by the upper and lower holders with the help of vibrators in the left and right directions. In other words, when repeating a cycle in which the hair is limitedly stretched, or the pulling force is released, the pulling force is repeatedly applied to the limited part of the hair in an almost natural state.

The sliding of the vibrators is not limited to an example of a movement in which the vibrators slide in opposite directions to each other, as described above, and the vibrators can be sliding in the same direction at the same time instead of sliding in opposite directions to each other. More specifically, the vibrators located on the upper holder and the lower holder can be configured to apply vibrations in the left or right direction at the same time. In other words, if the vibrators slide repeatedly in the left and right directions (in the direction of the width of the holder), the hair styling device can provide at least the beneficial effect of the present application. It should be noted, however, that from the point of view of forced limited pulling or pulling, it is more preferable that the vibrators slide in opposite directions to each other, as described above, since the hair is more easily pulled or pulled.

FIG. 4 is a perspective view schematically illustrating a hair styling device that is partially omitted. FIG. 5A is a front view schematically illustrating vibrators located on the upper holder (one holder) and the lower holder (another holder), seen from the direction of the end of the holder (from the side indicated by arrow A), in which the remaining elements are omitted. In addition, FIG. 5B-5E are views, each of which schematically illustrates a state in which hair is held by vibrators located on the upper holder and lower holder.

In addition, as another example, in which one vibrator is located on each of the holders, is the hair styling device shown in FIG. 6. In the hair styling device of FIG. 6, one vibrator 9a and one fixing member 15a are located on the upper holder 2a, and one vibrator 9b and one fixing member 15b are located on the lower holder 2b. Due to the location of at least one vibrator on each holder, thus, an effort to hold the hair is applied to the contact surface between each vibrator and the hair. While the vibrators are sliding in the direction of the width of the holder and in the directions opposite to each other, the force created along with the sliding of the vibrators is additionally applied to the hair, as a result of which the hair is stretched in the sliding direction along with the sliding of the vibrators. Then, the vibrators simultaneously slide in opposite directions to each other, as described above, and therefore, when the vibrators respectively slide, forces in opposite directions to each other are applied to the contact surfaces of the hair in contact with the vibrators. In other words, forces in opposite directions act on one or the other side of the hair, thereby allowing the hair to be pulled or pulled multiple times and limited to a portion of the motion for pulling or pulling.

More specifically, as shown in FIG. 7A, when the vibrator 9a on the upper holder 2a and the vibrator 9b in the lower holder 2b apply vibration, the vibrator 9a on the upper holder slides closer to or away from the locking element 15a located in the width direction of the same upper holder 2a, and the vibrator 9b on the lower holder slides, approaching or moving away from the locking element 15b located in the width direction of the same upper holder 2b. Specifically, when the vibrators apply vibration to the hair, the hair being held by the vibrators and the fixing elements, as shown in FIG. 7B, the vibrators repeat the slide, as shown in FIG. 7C-7E, and the locking elements 15a and 15b located on the respective holders hold the hair during sliding of the vibrators 9a and 9b, which causes a repetition of a cycle in which the hair between the locking elements and the vibrators is limitedly drawn and the pulling force is released. Therefore, the hair styling device is capable of applying a limited and multiple force in the direction of extension to the hair in an almost natural state.

Therefore, the hair is stretched or pulled only in the range of hair lengths in the contact zone between the vibrators, in other words, the range in which the hair is pulled or pulled is limited to the area from the moment before the vibrators slip to the moment after the vibrators slip to the maximum sliding distance, thus providing treatment of the hair without load, such as exposure to hair roots, or damage to them, as well as all hair.

Although two vibrators slide simultaneously in the same direction in the above example, naturally, this embodiment includes a hair styling device in which the vibrators slide in opposite directions, since the vibrators slide repeatedly while the hair styling device provides a beneficial effect of the present application. This is because the vibrators provide movement for pulling and pulling a limited part of the hair, thus providing a favorable effect of the present application. It should be noted that the latter vibrators, sliding in opposite directions to each other, are more preferable, as they are able to more easily pull or pull in terms of forced pulling or pulling a limited part of the hair.

In addition, with regard to the shape of the vibrator, the vibrator may be, for example, a plate element, as shown in FIG. 1A-4, but the shape is not limited to this, as long as the element is able to repeatedly apply force in the direction of hair extension to a limited part of the hair in an almost natural state along the width direction of the holder 2B (or holder 2A) with the hair held by the holder body 2, it is believed that the element suitable for the vibrator in this embodiment, and therefore, the vibrator in this embodiment can be made of this element (shape and the like).

In addition, the size of the vibrator, in particular, is not limited. For example, the vibrator may be sized to occupy the entire width of the holder (see FIG. 1A) or may be sized to occupy only a portion of the width of the holder. If the vibrator is made with the size shown in FIG. 1A, a wide area can be provided to hold the hair. If the vibrator is made with the size shown in FIG. 8A, the vibrator is capable of applying vibration to a more limited part of the hair, which is preferred. The hair styling device shown in FIG. 8A.

In the hair styling device shown in FIG. 8A and 8B, at least one vibrator and at least one locking element are arranged in parallel in the width direction of the holder body. Specifically, the vibrator 9 and the locking element 15 are arranged in parallel in the width direction on the lower holder 2b, and one locking element 15 is located on the upper holder 2a. In addition, the vibrator is arranged to slide in the width direction on a part of the lower holder, as shown in FIG. 9A. When the vibrator and the fixing element are located on the holder, and thus the vibrator and the fixing element hold the hair to apply vibration to the hair, as shown in FIG. 9B, the vibrator slides on a part of the lower holder, as shown in FIG. 9C-9E, and therefore the hair is pulled and pulled together in the width direction of the holder. Specifically, vibration is limitedly applied to the hair to limit the range of application to the part between the locking element and the vibrator, thereby providing limited lateral extension of the hair. In other words, vibration is repeatedly applied only to this part of the hair, which prevents excessive stretching of the hair and, thus, provides an additional reduction in the force on the hair roots. This causes a repeat of the cycle in which the hair is stretched to a limited extent, or the pulling force is released, and therefore, the hair styling device is able to apply a limited and repeated force in the pulling direction to the hair in an almost natural state.

The embodiment described above is only illustrative and is not limited to the arrangement or the like of the sliding body and the locking element shown in FIG. 8A. If at least one vibrator and at least one locking element are arranged parallel to the width direction of the holder body, so that, for example, the vibrator and the locking element are located on the upper holder and only the locking element is located on the lower holder, the styling device hair having this configuration is included in this embodiment.

Furthermore, in the case where at least one vibrator and at least one locking element are arranged in parallel in the direction of the width of the holder body, preferably the vibrator and the locking element are located at a distance from each other in the width direction of the holder body. This is because if the vibrator and the locking element are spaced apart from each other in the width direction of the holder body, it is possible to slightly hold the area in which the vibration is applied and the vibrator glides smoothly. In addition, this arrangement provides a space in which the vibrator and the fixing element are located, and allows other elements or the like to be placed around the vibrator and the fixing element.

In addition, the expression “the vibrator and the locking element are spaced apart from each other in the width direction of the holder body” means that the vibrator and the locking element located on the holder are placed in the width direction of the same holder without contact with each other. If the vibrator and the locking element are placed in contact with each other instead of being located at a distance from each other, the vibrator cannot slide enough to fully stretch or pull the hair in some cases.

In addition, it is preferable that at least two vibrators are arranged in parallel in the width direction on one or both of the holder bodies. This arrangement provides easier and more reliable pulling of hair in the transverse direction with a range of motion for pulling and pulling, limited only by the part in which the two vibrators are located. Specifically, vibration can be applied to repeatedly stretch the hair only according to the length of the hair in contact with the two vibrators, and therefore, the vibrators repeatedly slide in the transverse direction, thereby stretching the hair. In addition, since the range of motion for pulling and pulling is limited, it is possible to reduce the force on the hair roots and provide a favorable effect of the present application.

Assuming that at least two vibrators are arranged parallel to the width direction on one or both of the holder bodies, there are, for example, the following cases: (1) two or more vibrators are located on one of the holder bodies and (2) two or more vibrators are on both cases of holders.

In the case (1), when two or more vibrators are located on one of the holder bodies, the vibrators are preferably slidable in the width direction of the holder (the vibrators slide in the transverse direction relative to the fixing element) with hair held between the vibrators and the fixing element located on the other case of the holder. This locking element holds the hair in the form of a so-called fixing plate or holding plate for hair when interacting with vibrators. Thus, while holding the hair, the fixing element and the vibrators opposite the fixing element apply a force (to hold the hair) to at least both side surfaces of the hair. Then, when the vibrators slide in the width direction of the holder body, the vibrators exert a small force on the side surface of the hair, with the side of which the locking element contacts, and the hair tends to stay in the contact area. On the other hand, on the side surface of the hair, with the side of which the vibrators are in contact, the sliding of the vibrators also exerts a force on the side of the fixing element, but the force applied in the direction of sliding of the vibrators is greater than the impact, and therefore the other contact surface (area) of the hair extends into sliding direction together with sliding vibrators. Therefore, the hair remains on the surface in contact with the fixing element on one side of the hair, while the hair is pulled in the width direction of the holder on the other side of the hair, as a result of which the hair is stretched and pulled to a limited extent. In other words, by arranging the fixing element, the area in which the hair is pulled or pulled is limited only by the length of the hair corresponding to the contact area between the fixing element and the vibrators, that is, it is limited to the area in which the vibrators slide relative to the fixing element. Thus, the area of application of vibration, in which the hair is pulled or pulled, is limited to the sliding area of the vibrators, thereby allowing the hair to be treated without stress, such as exposing the hair roots or damaging them, as well as all the hair.

In particular, an example of a hair styling device is shown in FIG. 10. As shown in FIG. 10, the locking member 15a is located on the upper holder 2a, and two vibrators 9b and 9b are spaced apart from each other in the width direction on the lower holder 2b, and the vibrators are slidable in opposite directions. In this design, in which two vibrators are arranged sliding in opposite directions, the vibrators 9b and 9b slide in opposite directions to the width direction of the lower holder 2b, as shown in FIG. 11A. Thus, with the hair held by the fixing member 15a and two vibrators 9b and 9b, the vibrators slide repeatedly in the width direction of the holder, as shown in FIG. 11B-11E. Specifically, it is possible to reliably ensure that the hair is pulled in the transverse direction, while the part on which the hair is pulled or pulled is limited only to the portion of the hair held by two vibrators and a locking element parallel to the width of the holder. Specifically, the fixing element is used as a so-called fixing plate or holding plate for hair pulled or pulled by vibrators, and even if two vibrators slide in the width direction of the holder, the vibrators apply a slight force to the surface of the hair on the side on which the fixing element contacts, as a result, the hair tends to remain in the contact area. On the other hand, two vibrators located opposite the fixing element apply a force to hold the hair to at least the surface of the hair on the side of the vibrator. However, when the two vibrators slide in the width direction of the holder, the force applied in the sliding direction of the vibrators is greater than the force on the surface of the hair on the side of the vibrator, and therefore the hair is pulled in the sliding direction along with the sliding of the vibrators. Thus, while the hair remains on the surface in contact with the fixing element on one side of the hair, the hair is pulled or pulled on the other side, since the hair is pulled or pulled to be pulled in the width direction of the holder by sliding the vibrators in opposite directions. In addition, the range in which the hair is pulled or pulled is limited only by the length of the hair corresponding to the contact zone between the fixing element and the vibrators, that is, it is limited to the limited area in which the vibrators slide relative to the fixing element. Therefore, vibration can be applied to repeatedly pull the hair along the length of the hair, which is in contact with two vibrators on the upper holder (or two vibrators on the lower holder) and to reliably pull the hair, since the sliding bodies slide repeatedly in opposite and transverse directions. In addition, the movement zone for pulling and pulling is limited, and therefore, it is possible to reduce the load on the hair roots and provide a favorable effect of the present application.

In addition, as an example (2), in which two or more vibrators are located on both cases of the holders, the hair styling device shown in FIG. 12 may be taken as an example. In FIG. 12, two vibrators are located on each of the upper holder 2a and the lower holder 2b. If the vibrators are arranged in this way, the four vibrators slide in opposite directions along the width direction of the holders, as shown in FIG. 13A. More specifically, a pair of vibrators, that is, a vibrator 9c located on the upper holder 2a, and a vibrator 9e located on the lower holder, slide while holding the hair, and a pair of vibrators, that is, a vibrator 9d located on the upper holder 2a, and a vibrator 9f located on the lower holder, slide while holding the hair. In addition, a sliding motion is performed with hair held by a pair of vibrator 9c and vibrator 9e and a pair of vibrator 9d and vibrator 9f when approaching or moving away from each other.

If the vibrators 9c, 9d, 9e and 9f slide while holding the hair, the respective vibrators repeatedly and reliably pull the hair in their longitudinal direction (in the transverse direction on the plane of the paper sheet in Fig. 13B-13E) while restricting the movement zone for pulling and pulling only to the zone in the width direction of the holder, as shown in FIG. 12B-12E. Specifically, cyclic vibration for pulling hair for multiple limited pulling or pulling, or for releasing pulling force affects only the part of the hair that is in contact with two vibrators on the upper holder (two vibrators on the lower holder). In addition, the vibrators repeatedly slide in opposite directions to each other and in the longitudinal direction of the hair, thereby ensuring reliable hair extension. In addition, the movement zone for pulling and pulling is limited, thus providing a reduction in the load on the hair roots and providing a favorable effect of the present application. In addition, vibration can be applied to the upper and lower surfaces, thereby providing reliable hair extension.

In addition, preferably the vibration amplitude of the vibrators is in the range from 0.0001 to 10 mm, and more particularly from 0.2 to 1 mm. Specifically, the use of amplitude in a given range provides a pulling force for a limited and repeated application to the hair in an almost natural state without applying a load, thus not only providing use of the hair’s pulling property, but also providing a breaking force of the cystine bond, salt bond, hydrogen bond and hair like that in keratin. In other words, it is possible to maintain the elasticity and texture of the hair without damage due to the application of excessive force in the direction of extension. In addition, it is believed that hair styling, if performed by applying vibration in a specific direction, allows the first fluid to penetrate into the hair, which softens the hair and thus enhances the effect of the first fluid. Therefore, this is one of the preferred methods for determining the amplitude value, as described above.

In addition, this is also one of the preferred methods in which the vibration generated by the vibration means can be applied to one or more, in turn, or to all vibrators. Since it is possible to appropriately select the application of vibration during hair processing, it is possible to perform uniform processing, which is preferred. In addition, there are large differences between people in terms of hair properties, and individual differences often affect the hair treatment process. Thus, vibration can be selected so that vibration can be applied appropriately, thereby achieving flexible processing based on individual differences.

In addition, more preferably, the aforementioned hair styling device includes a first vibrator sliding in the width direction of the holder and a second vibrator capable of sliding in the longitudinal direction of the holder or perpendicular to the holder. With a first vibrator capable of applying vibration to the hair in the width direction of the holder, the hair styling device can repeatedly apply vibration to the hair in the longitudinal direction of the hair. Specifically, the hair styling apparatus is capable of styling in the direction of hair extension and, therefore, is capable of providing a natural texture and styling without damaging the hair, which is preferred. In addition, with a second vibrator capable of sliding in the longitudinal direction of the holder in addition to the first vibrator, the hair styling device causes the hair to rotate. Therefore, the hair styling device is capable of providing styling without deformation of the cross section of the hair. This configuration allows hair styling in the direction of hair extension, for example, after or before giving the cross section of the hair a round shape by forcing the hair to reciprocate with a rotational movement, thereby providing a styling consistent with the individual properties and facilitating hair processing that reveals a texture and the beauty inherent in hair.

In addition, in the case where the second vibrator is able to slide along the perpendicular direction of the holder in addition to the first vibrator, the hair styling device is able to maintain constant contact pressure and, thus, is able to perform uniform hair treatment, which is preferred. For example, when vibration is applied to the hair, it is sometimes preferable to bring the hair into contact with the vibrator under strong contact pressure. In the case of a cylindrical hair straightener, hair is wound around the outer peripheral surface of the vibrator, hair is placed between the vibrator and the support member, and then the hair is pressed against the vibrator for the aforementioned reason. In addition, in the case of a flat hair straightener, hair is placed between the upper and lower holders, and the holders are strongly pressed against the vibrators in some cases. In this case, the hair styling device includes a second vibrator capable of applying vibration in the direction of the thickness of the holder, thereby achieving the same effect by vibration of the vibrator itself without severely compressing the vibrators or holder. In addition, hair treatment is performed by compressing the hair in the lower part between the holders and moving the straightener towards the ends of the hair in many cases. In this case, however, the amount of hair decreases towards the end, which leads to the problem that the contact pressure in the straightener decreases. Therefore, the hair styling device comprises a second vibrator that is capable of applying vibration in the thickness direction, thereby ensuring that contact pressure is maintained constant and thus achieving uniform hair treatment, which is preferred.

Specifically, the holder is made as shown in FIG. 1A by using a cam mechanism 10 or 60, as shown in FIG. 18A-18C, thereby enabling the application of vibration in the perpendicular direction.

More specifically, the application of vibration to the hair can be performed only by one of the first and second vibrators, alternately by vibrators or both vibrators at the same time. A device for styling hair, made in this way with the possibility of choosing the application of vibration to the hair, respectively, provides appropriate uniform treatment of the hair and helps to preserve the texture and beauty inherent in the hair, which is preferred. In addition, hair treatment can be performed in accordance with the individual properties of the hair. In particular, there are significant differences between the hair of people before styling, and there may also be a situation in which the hair has already been damaged before styling, in some cases. For such hair, it is sometimes advisable to apply vibration in an almost oblique direction relative to the longitudinal direction of the hair before and after the hair is forced to pull and pull in the hair pull direction or before and after the hair is forced to rotate. In particular, the application of vibration in an oblique direction can reduce hair damage depending on the degree of damaged hair. Therefore, the hair styling device is configured to repeatedly apply vibration to the hair in an oblique direction, as described above.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 14, one second vibrator sliding in the longitudinal direction of the holder is located on the upper holder 2a, and one first vibrator sliding in the width direction of the holder and one locking element are arranged in parallel on the lower holder 2b. If the first vibrator and the second vibrator are located on the respective holders, as described above, the first vibrator slides in the width direction of the lower holder, and the second vibrator located on the upper holder slides in the longitudinal direction of the holder, as shown in FIG. 15A. Specifically, if the sliding case located on the upper holder 2a and the sliding case located on the lower holder slide while holding the hair, as shown in FIG. 15B, the held hair is repeatedly and limitedly subjected to a force for creating a movement for pulling and pulling in the width direction of the holder and a force for creating a rotational movement in the longitudinal direction of the holder, as shown in FIG. 15C-15D. In this state, the load in the oblique direction relative to the longitudinal direction of the hair is applied limitedly and repeatedly due to the application of forces to the hair in the respective directions. Therefore, the hair styling device is capable of causing a movement for drawing and contracting and a rotational movement in accordance with the individual properties of the hair and reduce the load on the hair roots due to the restriction of the hair zone in which the vibration is applied.

However, the above example is only illustrative and is not limited to these configurations. For example, even if the hair styling device includes one first vibrator located on the upper holder instead of the lower holder, and two second vibrators located on the lower vibrator instead of the upper holder, the hair styling device is included in this embodiment. In addition, the number of first vibrators and second vibrators that can be located, or the like, can accordingly be selected.

[1-5] Locking member

The locking element in this embodiment is used to hold the hair together with the aforementioned vibrator or vibrators.

In addition, usually the fixing element is not used to apply vibration to the hair like a vibrator, but is used to hold the hair, that is, to fix the hair on the surface in contact with the fixing element, without deforming the cross section of the hair on the upper surface of the fixing element (or lower surface of the fixing item).

More preferably, however, at least one of the fixing elements is used as a vibrator, as this provides easier easier application of vibration in accordance with the individual properties of the hair.

In addition, the shape of the locking element may include, for example, a plate, round, elliptical, and the like. The form, however, is not limited to these forms. If the locking element has a shape that allows the locking element to be positioned in the width direction of the holder and that allows the locking element to easily hold the hair, the shape can preferably be used in this embodiment.

In addition, the material of the locking element may be, for example, metal, ceramic, resin or the like.

[1-6] The relationship between the vibrator and its peripheral elements

The configuration of the vibrator, the configuration of its peripheral elements and the relationship between the vibrator and its peripheral elements will be described below with reference to FIG. 1A, 1B and 16.

In the hair styling device 1 shown in FIG. 1A and 1B, an electric motor 22, which is a vibration generating means 3, which is an energy source, is located in the lower holder 2b, which is one holder, and the vibrator 9 is located on the lower holder 2b. In addition, on the side of the surface of the vibrator 9 opposite the surface on which the hair is held, a connecting part 11a is arranged for connecting the vibrator 9 and the vibration transmitter 25 to each other, and the adjoining part 11b is arranged in the form of a rod segment which forms part of the vibration transmitter 25 and transmits the vibration of the vibration transmitter 25 to the vibrator through the connecting part 11a. The connecting part 11a and the adjacent part 11b form a connecting structure 11.

Using such a connecting structure 11, the vibration generated by the vibration means 3 is transmitted to the vibration transmitter 25 via a cam mechanism 10, consisting of an eccentric cam 23 and a cam 24, and is additionally transmitted from the vibration transmitter 25 to the vibrator 9 through the cam mechanism 10 (see FIG. 18A ) consisting of an eccentric cam and a cam. Thus, vibration is transmitted from the vibrator 9 to the hair. In other words, when vibration is received from the electric motor 22 through the cam mechanism 10, the vibration transmitter 25 repeats sliding (vibration) in the width direction of the holder. In addition, vibration is transmitted from the vibration transmitter 25 to the vibrator 9 through a cam mechanism 60 (see FIGS. 18B and 18C), consisting of an eccentric cam 63 and cam 64, and a connecting structure 11. In addition, when vibrating, the vibrator 9 transmits vibration to the hair in the direction of the width of the holder.

Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 16, the hole 12 is formed into parts for holding the vibrator of the holder. The ends 12a and 12b of the hole are formed at both ends of the hole 12 in the width direction of the hole 12.

The hole 12 is formed so that the vibration transmitter 25 slides along the longitudinal direction of the holder, and the L-shaped part 11b (see FIG. 17) forming the connecting structure 11 slides between the ends 12a and 12b of the hole along the width direction of the holder using a cam mechanism . In this case, the L-shaped part 11b preferably slides so as not to abut against each of the ends 12a and 12b of the hole. Assuming that the L-shaped portion 11b abuts against the ends of the hole, the emphasis is preferably so small as to be noticeable upon contact. This is because a direct impact of the L-shaped portion 11b on the ends 12a and 12b of the opening makes it difficult to accurately transfer the vibration of the vibration means 3 to the vibrator 9 and repeatedly apply the vibration to the hair so that the hair is stretched and pulled in a longitudinal direction in a limited manner.

In addition, in the case of an emphasis so small as to be seen upon contact between the L-shaped portion 11b and the ends 12a and 12b of the hole, preferably the aforementioned cam mechanism is adjusted so that the L-shaped portion 11b slides only by the size of the width of the hole 12, that is, by the width dimension between the aforementioned hole ends 12a and 12b.

The maximum movement of the vibrator 9 in the direction of the width of the holder in the case of movement along the direction of the width of the holder is acceptable when the L-shaped portion 11b of the connecting structure 11 abuts against the end 12a of the hole. In other words, the vibrator 9 is slidable between both sides of the maximum travel distance in the width direction of the holder.

In addition, in the case where the L-shaped portion 11b of the connecting structure 11 abuts against the ends of the holes 12a and 12b, the L-shaped portion 11b (or the ends of the holes 12a and 12b) is used as a stop, and therefore, the ends 12a and 12b are preferably the holes and the connecting structure 11 are made of a material having excellent pressure resistance, abrasion resistance, heat resistance and the like to prevent excessive load (shock) at both ends.

Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 17. The vibrator 9 is slidable along the width direction of the holder in a recess 13 formed in the width direction of the holder. However, this configuration is not limited to this, and the vibrator can be made to slide along the holder 2B without forming, for example, a recess. Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 17, it is preferable to form support ends 14a and 14b at the ends of the recess, which are in the width direction of the holder when the recess is formed, since the vibrator 9 slides only inside the recess to facilitate regulation of the vibration used for the hair. In addition, if the vibrator slides a greater distance than necessary, the vibrator can apply vibration to the hair to a greater extent than required, and therefore it is preferable to regulate the vibration so that the vibrator slides in a predetermined range. Furthermore, if the support ends 14a and 14b are formed in the recess, it is preferable to adjust the width dimensions of the vibration transmitter 25 and the like so as not to apply excessive load to the support end 14a and the support end 14b. Furthermore, a portion 16 for holding the vibrator is preferably formed since the presence of an element having abutment ends on the holder 2B facilitates the formation of a recess in the holder 2B.

Although FIG. 17 shows a vibrator 9, which is held by the connecting structure 11 and does not abut the recess 13, this configuration is not limited to this, and the vibrator can be slidable with a stop (contact) into the recess 13. In the case when the vibrator slides with the stop (contact) ) in the recess 13, preferably the vibrator and the support (contact) part of the recess, which abuts (contacts) the vibrator, are made of a material having excellent abrasion resistance.

In addition, it is also preferable to close the recess in which the vibrator is located to prevent hair from entering the gap between the vibrator and the abutment end 14a or the abutment end 14b. The closure element may be rubber or the like, and if the material has elasticity and the ability to transmit vibration, the recess can be closed with this material.

Furthermore, it is also preferable to make the device body 4A in the form of a first grip in the hair styling device 1 as shown in FIG. 19. In addition, it is also preferable to attach the second hand-held grip 4B to the holder 2A, as shown in FIG. 19, and make one holder 2A and the other holder 2B rotate freely using the connecting mechanism 5 (with rivet 8 as a support shaft) when bringing the first grip 4A, which is the body of the device, to the aforementioned second grip or retract from it by hand, since This configuration allows the holder body to gently hold or let go of hair.

In addition, preferably, the heater is located in one or the other holder or in the housing of the device for heating while holding the hair. As shown in FIG. 20A and 20B, it is also preferable to equip the hair straightener 1 with means for supplying heat to the hair by placing the heater 49 integrated in the vibrator on the upper and lower holders (one and the other holders). If the holders 2A and 2B are directly heated in this way, the temperature can preferably be controlled in the range of 60-280 ° C. In a hair styling device capable of styling hair softened by applying or spraying a softener with minimal damage to the hair, and able to maintain styling after treatment for a long time due to the strong effect of hair styling, it is possible to perform styling treatment more resistant than normal if the treatment is carried out in a temperature range of heating almost equivalent to the temperature range of heating of a known processing device.

Most preferably, a temperature in the range of 100-120 ° C is used in the above temperature application. Even with low-temperature processing at 120 ° C or lower, more efficient styling can be performed than with a known device, and thus a stable styling can be achieved.

[1-7] Hair straightener configuration

A hair styling device in the form of a hair straightener is also one of the preferred embodiments. In addition, the hair straightener has a configuration in which the vibrators 9 are located respectively on the holders 2A and 2B in the hair styling device, for example, as shown in FIG. 1 or 19, and the vibration generated by the vibration means 3 is applied to one or both of the vibrators 9 or to these two vibrators alternately, since this configuration provides multiple stretching or pulling of a particular part of the hair and, thus, ensures the achievement of the beneficial effect of the present application.

In addition, it is also preferable to equip the hair styling device with a control switch for controlling vibration and its amplitude or with a switch for selecting a frequency for resonating the hair straightener itself or for resonating the holders 2A and 2B in direct contact with the hair and at the same time for using the hair straightener with increased amplitude or changes in its resonant frequency. The resonant frequency of the holders 2A and 2B can also be changed by changing the thickness, width or shape of the holders 2A and 2B.

It is also preferable to make the part of the hair straightener, which is brought into contact with the hair, from an elastic material such as rubber. Such a hair straightener is desirable since it can reduce contact pressure on the hair and, therefore, the hair can maintain its soft round cross section without damage.

In addition, it is also one of the preferred methods in which the contact surface brought into contact with the hair on one or both vibrators is formed slightly wavy, as this not only reduces contact pressure on the hair, but also facilitates curling of the hair. In addition, due to processing with a slightly wavy surface, the hair is not damaged and can maintain its soft round cross section, so this is preferred.

[1-7-1] Grip hair straightener

As shown in FIG. 19, if the vibration means 3 is located in the grip 4A, it is preferable to position the vibration isolator. This is because when the hair straightener 1A vibrates itself, the vibration is also transmitted to the hand of the person who grips the grips 4A and 4B. For example, as shown in FIG. 21, the hair straightener is made in the form of a hair straightener 31 including a vibration absorber 40, such as a dynamic vibration absorber located as a vibration absorber in the grip 4A.

The gripper is preferably made of a metal material, such as a titanium alloy, an aluminum alloy or steel, and is formed by cutting a columnar metal material. In addition, if the grip is a device body, vibration means 3 are often located therein. Therefore, in this case, it is preferable to perform the capture in a hollow form. The material, however, is not limited to the aforementioned metal material, and it is not limited to a columnar shape or the like. The grip can be made of any material, provided that the material has excellent vibration resistance and light weight, and at the same time it has heat resistance. An easy-to-hold material that is excellent in use and shaped to arrange the aforementioned structural element, such as the aforementioned vibration means, is a preferred embodiment for gripping a hair straightener. As described above, a light grip is preferred since an overly heavy grip may interrupt the hair styling work.

[1-8] Method for using a hair styling device

The hair styling device of this embodiment shown in FIG. 1 is used with hair held by the holders by means of a vibrator and a fixing element, as shown in FIG. 23. More specifically, a hair styling device is used as described below. One holder 2A and the other holder 2B open. Then, after softening, the hair is placed between the open holders 2A and 2B, clamped to hold between them and pressed against the vibrator. The hair styling device 1 is turned on to apply vibration to the hair. If other hair is in contact with the vibrator 9 of the holder 2B, one holder 2A and the other holder 2B are again opened to adjust the position of the hairs in contact with one or the other holder, and the above process is repeated. If the hair is wound around the holder 2B, the uneven thickness of the winding can lead to the fact that not will be obtained sufficient favorable effect. Therefore, it is preferable to evenly wind the hair to fit the vibrator. Furthermore, in the hair styling device of this embodiment shown in FIG. 19, the second grip 4B is located at a distance from the first grip 4A to open one holder 2A and the other holder 2B. Then, after softening, the hair is wound around the holder 2B and pressed against the part on which the vibrator of the holder 2B is located. The grip 4B is led to the grip, which is the device body 4A, by hand, so that the holder 2A and the holder 2B are rotated (open and close) to force the body of the hair holder to hold. The hair styling device 1 is turned on to apply vibration to the hair. If other hair is adjacent to the vibrator 9 of the holder 2B, the grip 4B and the grip, which is the device body 4A, are placed apart (open) by hand again to rotate (open) the holder 2A and the holder 2B, so that the hair is released from the holders for adjusting the position of the hair adjacent to one or the other holder, and then repeat the above process. If the hair is wound around the holder 2B, the uneven thickness of the winding can lead to the fact that not will be obtained sufficient favorable effect. Therefore, it is preferable to evenly wind the hair to fit the vibrator.

Industrial applicability

As described above, in accordance with the present invention, it is possible to cause the destruction of the cystine bond, salt bond, hydrogen bond, and the like in keratin hair by using the hair pulling property, by applying a limited and repeated application of the pulling force to the hair in an almost natural state without applying a load to the roots of the hair. In addition, the hair styling treatment can be carried out evenly, thereby reducing the processing time and then re-connecting the cystine bond and the hydrogen bond. In addition, a strong styling effect is exerted on the hair, thereby providing an excellent beneficial effect on the hair styling apparatus capable of supporting the styling for a long time after treatment. In particular, the present invention provides processing at relatively low temperatures and, thus, prevents hair damage.

Claims (14)

1. A device for styling hair to create the desired styling of hair softened by applying or spraying a softening agent, or hair treated by applying a hair treatment agent, the device comprising:
holder body, in which one and the other holders are rotatably connected to each other by means of a connecting mechanism;
at least one means of vibration located in one or the other holder or in the housing of the device and creating vibration of a given frequency;
and
at least one vibrator located on one or another holder,
wherein the holder body is capable of holding or releasing hair by means of a vibrator by rotating the connecting mechanism, and the vibrator is configured to move in the width direction of the holder body and transmit vibration from the vibration means to the hair thus held. 2. The hair styling device according to claim 1, wherein at least two of the vibrators are arranged in parallel in the width direction on one or both of the holders. 3. The hair styling device according to claim 1, wherein the vibration generated by the vibration means is selectively applied to an arbitrary one or more vibrators. 4. The hair styling device according to claim 1, wherein the heater is located in one or the other holder or in the device body, and heat is supplied to the hair while holding the hair. 5. The device for styling hair according to claim 1, in which the vibration amplitude of the vibrator is in the range of 0.0001-10 mm 6. The hair styling device according to claim 1, wherein the frequency of the vibration means is switched. 7. The hair styling device according to claim 1, wherein the part in contact with the hair of the hair styling device is made of an elastic material. 8. The hair styling device according to claim 2, wherein the vibration generated by the vibration means is selectively applied to an arbitrary one or more vibrators. 9. The device for styling hair according to claim 2, in which the vibration amplitude of the vibrator is in the range of 0.0001-10 mm 10. The device for styling hair according to claim 3, in which the vibration amplitude of the vibrator is in the range of 0.0001-10 mm 11. The device for styling hair according to claim 4, in which the vibration amplitude of the vibrator is in the range of 0.0001-10 mm 12. The device for styling hair of claim 8, in which the vibration amplitude of the vibrator is in the range of 0.0001-10 mm 13. The device for styling hair according to one of claims 1 to 12, in which the first vibrator, which vibrates in the width direction, is located on one holder, and the second vibrator, which vibrates in the longitudinal direction or thickness direction, is located in another holder. 14. The device for styling hair according to item 13, in which the vibration from the first vibrator and the second vibrator to the hair can be transmitted only by one of the vibrators, the vibrators alternately or both vibrators at the same time.

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