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WO2019231962A1 - Makeup tool and methods relating to same - Google Patents

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WO2019231962A1
WO2019231962A1 PCT/US2019/034267 US2019034267W WO2019231962A1 WO 2019231962 A1 WO2019231962 A1 WO 2019231962A1 US 2019034267 W US2019034267 W US 2019034267W WO 2019231962 A1 WO2019231962 A1 WO 2019231962A1
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    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45DHAIRDRESSING OR SHAVING EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT FOR COSMETICS OR COSMETIC TREATMENTS, e.g. FOR MANICURING OR PEDICURING
    • A45D34/00Containers or accessories specially adapted for handling liquid toiletry or cosmetic substances, e.g. perfumes
    • A45D34/04Appliances specially adapted for applying liquid, e.g. using roller or ball
    • A45D34/042Appliances specially adapted for applying liquid, e.g. using roller or ball using a brush or the like
    • A45D34/043Appliances specially adapted for applying liquid, e.g. using roller or ball using a brush or the like movable within the container
    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45DHAIRDRESSING OR SHAVING EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT FOR COSMETICS OR COSMETIC TREATMENTS, e.g. FOR MANICURING OR PEDICURING
    • A45D40/00Casings or accessories specially adapted for storing or handling solid or pasty toiletry or cosmetic substances, e.g. shaving soaps or lipsticks
    • A45D40/02Casings wherein movement of the lipstick or like solid is a sliding movement
    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45DHAIRDRESSING OR SHAVING EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT FOR COSMETICS OR COSMETIC TREATMENTS, e.g. FOR MANICURING OR PEDICURING
    • A45D40/00Casings or accessories specially adapted for storing or handling solid or pasty toiletry or cosmetic substances, e.g. shaving soaps or lipsticks
    • A45D40/14Casings with ejector for waste stick or the like
    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45DHAIRDRESSING OR SHAVING EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT FOR COSMETICS OR COSMETIC TREATMENTS, e.g. FOR MANICURING OR PEDICURING
    • A45D34/00Containers or accessories specially adapted for handling liquid toiletry or cosmetic substances, e.g. perfumes
    • A45D2034/005Containers or accessories specially adapted for handling liquid toiletry or cosmetic substances, e.g. perfumes with a cartridge
    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45DHAIRDRESSING OR SHAVING EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT FOR COSMETICS OR COSMETIC TREATMENTS, e.g. FOR MANICURING OR PEDICURING
    • A45D40/00Casings or accessories specially adapted for storing or handling solid or pasty toiletry or cosmetic substances, e.g. shaving soaps or lipsticks
    • A45D40/20Pencil-like cosmetics; Simple holders for handling stick-shaped cosmetics or shaving soap while in use
    • A45D2040/204Pencil-like cosmetics; Simple holders for handling stick-shaped cosmetics or shaving soap while in use the cosmetic being in a cartridge
    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45DHAIRDRESSING OR SHAVING EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT FOR COSMETICS OR COSMETIC TREATMENTS, e.g. FOR MANICURING OR PEDICURING
    • A45D2200/00Details not otherwise provided for in A45D
    • A45D2200/10Details of applicators
    • A45D2200/1009Applicators comprising a pad, tissue, sponge, or the like
    • A45D2200/1018Applicators comprising a pad, tissue, sponge, or the like comprising a pad, i.e. a cushion-like mass of soft material, with or without gripping means
    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45DHAIRDRESSING OR SHAVING EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT FOR COSMETICS OR COSMETIC TREATMENTS, e.g. FOR MANICURING OR PEDICURING
    • A45D2200/00Details not otherwise provided for in A45D
    • A45D2200/10Details of applicators
    • A45D2200/1009Applicators comprising a pad, tissue, sponge, or the like
    • A45D2200/1036Applicators comprising a pad, tissue, sponge, or the like containing a cosmetic substance, e.g. impregnated with liquid or containing a soluble solid substance
    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45DHAIRDRESSING OR SHAVING EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT FOR COSMETICS OR COSMETIC TREATMENTS, e.g. FOR MANICURING OR PEDICURING
    • A45D2200/00Details not otherwise provided for in A45D
    • A45D2200/10Details of applicators
    • A45D2200/1063Removing cosmetic substances, e.g. make-up
    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45DHAIRDRESSING OR SHAVING EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT FOR COSMETICS OR COSMETIC TREATMENTS, e.g. FOR MANICURING OR PEDICURING
    • A45D40/00Casings or accessories specially adapted for storing or handling solid or pasty toiletry or cosmetic substances, e.g. shaving soaps or lipsticks
    • A45D40/26Appliances specially adapted for applying pasty paint, e.g. using roller, using a ball
    • A45D40/262Appliances specially adapted for applying pasty paint, e.g. using roller, using a ball using a brush or the like
    • A45D40/264Appliances specially adapted for applying pasty paint, e.g. using roller, using a ball using a brush or the like movable within the container

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  • This invention relates generally to applicator tools, and more specifically relates to applicator tools configured to apply makeup remover and methods relating to same.
  • Liquid solvents are commonly used to aid in the removal of makeup.
  • Absorbent devices are sometimes used to apply the makeup removal solvent to the user. Common devices include absorbent pads or towels, including cloth towels and disposable towels or tissues. Alternatively, absorbent pads or towels are used to remove makeup without the application of makeup remover, by absorbing the makeup itself.
  • a tool includes an elongated, hollow body.
  • the body includes a sidewall that defines an internal cavity.
  • a removable cap is detachably coupled to a first end of the body.
  • the cap has an internal cavity that is closed by the body when the cap is coupled to the body in a closed position.
  • a removable head unit is coupled to the body proximate the first end.
  • the head unit extends from the first end and into the internal cavity of the cap.
  • the head unit has an absorbent tip having a first shape configured to contour to a portion of a human body.
  • a second head unit is positioned within the internal cavity of the body.
  • the second head unit has an absorbent tip having a second shape, different from the first shape, configured to contour to a portion of a human body.
  • the first head unit can be removed from its position at the first end of the body and the second head unit can be coupled to the body proximate the first end.
  • the first head unit is placed in the internal cavity of the body.
  • FIG. 1A is a front elevational view of a tool having removable head units having absorbent tips in accordance with embodiments of the present invention.
  • FIG. 16 is a cross-section view of the tool of FIG. 1A taken along the line
  • FIG. 1C is a front elevational view of a stack of nested head units of the tool of FIGS. 1A-1C.
  • FIGS. 2A-2F are front elevational views of individual head units for the tool of FIGS. 1A-1C.
  • FIG. 3A is a front elevational view of a tool with removable head units having absorbent tips in accordance with embodiments of the present invention.
  • FIG. 36 is a front elevational view of the tool of FIG. 3A with the cap removed.
  • FIGS. 4A-4C are front elevational views of head units for use with the tool of FIGS. 3A-3B.
  • FIG. 5 is a front elevational view of a tool having removable head units having absorbent tips in accordance with embodiments of the present invention.
  • FIG. 1A illustrates a tool 100.
  • the tool 100 includes a head unit 120 having an absorbent tip 130.
  • the absorbent tip 130 is used for applying and/or removing products.
  • the tip 130 is used to apply a makeup removal solution, such as a solvent, in order to remove makeup.
  • the tip 130 is used to remove makeup without the use of a solvent or is used to apply makeup.
  • the tool 100 includes an elongated body 110.
  • the elongated body 110 forms a handle by which the tool 100 is gripped as the tip 130 is used.
  • the body 110 has a first end 110A and a second end HOB.
  • a lid or cap 114 is detachably or removably coupled to the first end 110A of the body 110.
  • the cap 114 defines an internal cavity 115. The internal cavity 115 is enclosed by the cap 114 and body 110 when the cap 114 is in a closed position on the body 110 as shown.
  • a head unit 120 extends from the first end 110 of the body 110.
  • the head unit 120 is detachably coupled to the body 110.
  • the head unit 120 includes a deformable, resilient base 121.
  • the base 121 includes a tapered sidewall 122 which frictionally engages an inner surface of the body 110.
  • At least a portion of the sidewall 122 has a diameter greater than that of the aperture 113 of the base 110 through which it extends.
  • the sidewall 122 deforms.
  • the resiliency of the sidewall 122 exerts an outward pressure on the body 110 increasing the friction therebetween.
  • the head unit 120 is removable from the body 110 by pushing or pulling the head unit 120 along the longitudinal axis L of the tool 100 with enough force to overcome the friction between the body 110 and the sidewall 122, causing the sidewall 122 to deform such that it can pass completely through the aperture 113. While the illustrated embodiment shows a deformable base 121 (e.g., side wall
  • the inner surface of body 110 may be made deformable and the base 121 left rigid), or both may be made deformable, or both may be left rigid relying solely on friction fitting.
  • the inner opening could be formed with deformable flaps that retain the base 121 of head unit 120 during use, but allow for the head unit 7 s removal after use or when it is desired to discard same.
  • the sidewall 122 includes a stepped annular shape including a wide annular portion 122A and a narrower annular portion 122B.
  • the outer diameter of the narrower annular portion 122B is substantially similar to the inner diameter of the wide annular portion 122A such that the narrower annular portion 122B of one head unit 120 nests inside of the wide annular portion 122A of an adjacent head unit 120.
  • the sidewall 122 has a single tapered section, such as a truncated cone such that the outer diameter of the truncated cone at the narrow end is substantially similar to or less than the inner diameter at the wide end to aid in nesting.
  • yet other engagement methods are used to detachably couple the head unit 120 to the body 110.
  • the head unit 120 is configured to fasten to the body 110.
  • the head unit 120 is configured to form a snap fit with a portion of the body 110 or the head unit 120 and the body 110 include corresponding threads configured to detachably couple.
  • Other types of fasteners may be used, such as hook and loop fastener, adhesive, squeeze to release structures, ball and detent or other releasable mating structures, etc.
  • the head unit 120 includes an absorbent tip 130.
  • the absorbent tip 130 extends into the internal cavity
  • the cap 114 reduces instances of inadvertent application of absorbed material by the tip 130 due to incidental contact.
  • an actuator may be used to release the stored fluid into or onto the absorbent tip to further slow the rate of evaporation of the fluids in or on tip 130.
  • a second cap or plug 112 is detachably coupled to the second end HOB of the body 110.
  • the plug 112 is coupled to the body 110 by one of a frictional engagement snap fit engagement or threaded engagement but other fastening methods may be used as discussed above.
  • the plurality of head units may be frictionally fit to one another to hinder inadvertent removal, but only one head unit may be secured to body 110 (e.g., for example, like the above example, only the bottom head unit may be frictionally fit to body 110, but all the other head units are frictionally fit to one another).
  • the friction fit of the head unit to the body would be greater than the friction fit between the head units in order to ensure removal of a head unit would not inadvertently result in removal of all head units.
  • it does not need to be as it may rely on the user to hold a lower head unit while removing the upper head unit and, thus, not require the friction fit of the head unit to the body to be any different than the friction fit between head units.
  • the body 110 has a sidewall 111 that defines an internal cavity 117.
  • a stack of head units 120A-120E are positioned at least partially within the internal cavity 117.
  • Each head unit 120 has a base 121 having an internal cavity 124. At least a portion of the tip 130 of each head unit 120 other than the first head unit 120A is received within the internal cavity 124 of an adjacent head unit
  • the bases 121 of the head units 120 are configured to tightly nest together such that the tips 130 are secured in a position within the internal cavities
  • a fluid container 140 is positioned proximate the second end 110B of the base 110.
  • the fluid container 140 is configured to store a fluid with which the absorbent tip 130 of the first head unit 120A is wet As shown, the fluid container 140 is in fluid communication with the tip 130 of the first head unit 120A by a flow path 142.
  • the flow path 142 extends along the center longitudinal axis L of the tool 100 such that it passes through the top 130 of each head unit 120A-120E.
  • the flow path 142 extends along the sidewall 111 of the body
  • the container 140 is configured to allow the user to apply pressure to the fluid to increase flow along the flow path 142.
  • the container 140 is deformable such that it can be squeezed or the container 140 includes a plunger that can be depressed.
  • the container 140 is removable from the body 110. Removing the container 140 allows head units 120 to be loaded into the body 110 from the second end HOB. In alternative forms, the container 140 is permanently fixed to the body
  • the permanently fixed container may have an annular shape, such that head units 120 can be loaded through a center aperture into the body 110.
  • the container 140 permanently closes the second end 140 of the body 110, and head units are loaded through the first end 110A.
  • the container may have an annular shape, such that head units 120 can be loaded through a center aperture into the body 110.
  • the container 140 permanently closes the second end 140 of the body 110, and head units are loaded through the first end 110A.
  • the container 140 is disposable.
  • the disposable container 140 is sold full of fluid, such as a makeup removal solution. Once all of the solution is used up, the empty container 140 is disposed of and a replacement container 140 is attached to the body 140.
  • the container 140 is refillable. When the container 140 is empty, a user opens the container 140 and replenishes the supply of fluid.
  • each head unit 120 has an identical tip 130.
  • the stack of head units 120 would comprise a plurality of differently shaped tips 130, such as shown in FIGS. 2A-2F.
  • a stack 1200 of the plurality of head units 1201-1206 of FIGS. 2A-2F is shown in FIG. 1C.
  • the stack 1200 is configured to be loaded into the body 110 of the tool 100.
  • the stack 1200 includes single instances of some head units and a plurality of other head units. The user could customize what assortment of head units are stored in the tool 100 to fit their personal needs and preferences.
  • the first head unit 120A is removed from the tool 100 by pulling it out of the first end 110A of the body 110.
  • the first head unit 120A is then loaded into the internal cavity 117 of the body 110 through the second end HOB.
  • the user can cycle through each of the head units 120A-120E.
  • FIGS. 2A-2F a plurality of head units 1201-1206 each having a distinct tip 1301-1306 are illustrated. Each tip 1301-1306 is configured to specialize in a different application.
  • Each head unit 1201-1206 has a substantially identical base 121 having a sidewall 122 comprising two annular sections 122A, 122B as described above.
  • the bases 122 enable nesting of the head units 1201-1206 in any order and combination.
  • the first head unit 120 as shown in FIG. 2A, has a bullet shaped tip
  • the bullet shaped tip 1301 which comes to a rounded point
  • the bullet shaped tip 1301 is formed of an absorbent material, such as a foam material or sponge material.
  • the bullet shaped tip 1301 is used to apply and/or remove material in a concave location, such as along the comer of an eye.
  • the fine point of the tip 1301 allows application or removal of material along a fine line to provide sharper contours.
  • the second head unit 1202 of FIG. 2B has a substantially spherical tip
  • the tip 1302 is formed of an absorbent material as described above. As with the bullet shaped tip 1301, the rounded outer surface of the spherical tip 1302 is designed to apply or remove product to concave surfaces, such as along the top and bottom of an eye. The spherical tip 1302 is larger than the bullet tip 1301, allowing it to apply or remove more material at a time and along a wider path.
  • the tip 1303 of head unit 1203 has a large, flat rectangular prism shape or bmsh shape.
  • the large tip 1303 is configured to absorb more material than the other tips, as it has greater surface area and volume.
  • the tip 1303 can apply or remove material at a faster rate as it covers a wide path with each stroke.
  • FIG. 2D illustrates a head unit 1204 with a half roof shaped tip 1304.
  • the tip 1304 has a flat, angled surface oblique to the longitudinal axis L of the tool
  • the flat surface can be used to apply or remove a large amount of material, similar but smaller to the brush shaped tip 1303. However, the tip 1303 can then be straightened to do finer detail work with the strait edge at the distal end of the tip
  • FIG. 2E illustrates a head unit 1205 with a truncated cone shaped tip
  • the tip 1305 comes to a fine point for applying or removing material along a very thin line.
  • the tip 1305 is narrower than the tip 1301, allowing it to reach into even smaller crevices or comers. However, as a result the tip 1305 has less volume and surface area than the tip 1301, requiring it to be cleaned or rewet more often.
  • the head unit 1206 has a reverse or inverted truncated pyramid shaped tip 1306.
  • the tip 1306 has a large flat, substantially triangular surface at the distal end. The large surface allows for removal or application of a large amount of material at a time. However, the 3 comers of the tip 1306 can then be used for more fine detail work, such as along an edge or comer. In other forms, this may be a reverse or inverted frustoconical shape.
  • the tips 1301-1306 described above are exemplary shapes. Other shapes of tips can be applied to the bases 122 such that they can be utilized with the tool 100. Additionally, the dimensions of the tips 1301-1306 described above can be varied to provide tips with similar advantages to those described above.
  • FIG. 3A a tool 200 is illustrated having an elongated body
  • the removable head unit 220 has an absorbent tip 130 used to apply and/or remove material.
  • the absorbent tip 230 can be used dry to remove makeup.
  • the tip 230 can absorb a makeup removal solution or solvent to aid in the removal of makeup.
  • the tip 230 can be further used to apply makeup.
  • the tool 200 includes a removable cap 214.
  • the cap 214 is detachable coupled to a first end 210A of the body 210.
  • the cap 214 attaches to the body 210 so as to form a substantially leak proof seal.
  • the cap 214 is threadingly attached to the body 210.
  • the cap 214 couples to the body 210 through a snap fit engagement or friction fit engagement
  • the cap 214 has an internal cavity 215.
  • the internal cavity 215 stores a fluid, such as a makeup removal solution.
  • the head unit 220 at least partially extends into the internal cavity 215 such that the tip 230 is at least partially submerged in the fluid with the cap 214 in the closed position on the body 210 as shown.
  • the head unit 220 is threadingly attached to the base 210.
  • the head unit 220 can be removed from the body 210 by twisting the head unit 220 relative to the body 110 in counter clockwise direction D.
  • the head unit 220 is one of a plurality of head units 220 having differently shaped tips 230. In operation, the head units 220 are interchanged by a user based on the function to be performed.
  • the head unit 220 has a wide fan shaped tip 230.
  • the fan shaped tip 230 has a wide fan shaped tip 230.
  • 230 is usable to apply or remove material along a wide path with each stroke.
  • FIGS. 4A-4C Alternative head units 220B-220D are illustrated in FIGS. 4A-4C.
  • the head units are illustrated in FIGS. 4A-4C.
  • 220B-220D each have a differently shaped tip 230B-230D for different applications.
  • the head unit 220B has an angled fan or angle brush shaped tip 230B.
  • the tip 230B has a wide angled surface usable to apply or remove material along a wide path.
  • the tip 230B can also be straightened to operate along a narrower path utilizing the distal point.
  • the head unit 220C of FIG. 4B has a blunt, rounded bullet shaped tip 230C.
  • the rounded bullet shaped tip 230C is usable to apply or remove material along concave surfaces, such as around an eye.
  • the head unit 220D of FIG. 4C has a buBet shaped tip
  • the tip 230D is much sharper than the tip 230C, with the tip 230D coming to a fine point
  • the fine point of the tip 230D can be used to apply or remove material along very fine lines.
  • the tool 200 has a plurality of head units, such as head units 220-220C.
  • the body 210 is hollow, such that spare head units can be stored within an internal cavity of the body.
  • the spare head units can be stored in the internal cavity 215 of the cap 214.
  • a tool 300 having an elongated, hollow body 310 and removable head unite 320.
  • the removable head unite 320 are formed of an absorbent material, such as cotton or felt Unlike in previous embodiments, the head unite 320 are formed entirely of the absorbent material and do not have a rigid base portion.
  • a removable head unit 320 is used to remove or apply makeup.
  • the absorbent material is used to absorb a liquid, such as a makeup removal solution to aid in the task.
  • the head unite 320 are substantially conical in shape and end in a tip 330.
  • the tip 330 can be used to work in concave areas, such as around the eyes, and/or to do fine details.
  • the head unite 320 have other shapes such as those shown in previous embodiments.
  • the head unite 320 have a rear facing cavity 321. A plurality of head unite 320 are stacked in a nesting position within the elongated body 310 of the tool
  • each of the head unite 320 within the stack are identical.
  • the stack of head unite 320 contains head unite 320 of different shapes.
  • a head unit 320 is used to remove or apply makeup. After use, the dirty or damaged head unit 320 is removed and disposed of. The stack of head units 320 is advanced towards the first end 310A of the body 310 such that then next head unit 320 in line protrudes from the first end 310A to be used.
  • the tool 300 includes a rotating actuator 350.
  • the rotating actuator 350 is rotated relative to the body 310 in order to advance the head units 320 towards the first end 310A.
  • the body 310 includes a grooved inner surface 311.
  • One or more head units 320 engage the grooves of the inner surface 311.
  • the tool 300 includes a pusher located behind the last head unit 320 of the stack. The pusher engages the inner surface 311 such that relative rotation causes the pusher to move towards the first end 310A. The movement of the pusher pushes the head units 320.
  • the actuator 350 is operatively coupled to either the inner surface 311 or the head units 320. Rotation of the actuator 350 cause the one of either the inner surface 311 or head units 320 to rotate relative to the other, thus driving the head units 320 towards the first end 310A.
  • a spring biases the stack of head units 320 toward the first end 310A.
  • the front most head unit 320 frictionally engages the body 310 to prevent the spring biasing force from ejecting the head units 320 from the body 310.
  • the tool 300 includes a pusher as described above. The pusher is coupled to a slider movable within a track extending a substantial portion of the length of the body 310. The user slides the slider towards the first end 310A of the body 310 in order to advance the stack of head units 320.
  • the tool 300 includes a removable cap 314.
  • the cap 314 is detachable coupled to the first end 310A of the body 310.
  • the cap 314 attaches to the body 310 so as to form a substantially leak proof seal.
  • the cap 314 is threadingly attached to the body 310.
  • the cap 314 couples to the body 310 through a snap fit engagement or friction fit engagement
  • the cap 314 has an internal cavity 315.
  • the internal cavity 315 stores a fluid, such as a makeup removal solution.
  • a head unit 320 at least partially extends into the internal cavity 315 such that the tip 330 is at least partially submerged in the fluid with the cap 314 in the closed position on the body 310 as shown.
  • a fluid such as a makeup removal solution, is stored in the center cavity of the body 310 so as to be absorbed by head units 320 within the stack.
  • each of the tools 100, 200, 300 described herein are shown having a cylindrical body. It is understood that other elongated body shapes are considered, such as those with square or rectangular cross sections, pentagonal cross section, hexagonal cross section, or others. [0056] It should be understood that the embodiments discussed herein are simply meant as representative examples of how the concepts disclosed herein may be utilized and that other system/method/apparatus are contemplated beyond those few examples. In addition, it should also be understood that features of one embodiment may be combined with features of other embodiments to provide yet other embodiments as desired, for example, a the tool 200 may have a container in the body for fluid similar to the container 140 of the tool 100.
  • devices described herein are understood to enable one to carry out methods relating to the devices.
  • methods of using the tools, methods of applying or removing material, methods of exchanging head units, methods of loading and reloading an applicator, methods of operating an application, and methods of manufacturing such tools are all considered and disclosed herein.

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A tool comprising an elongated body, a first head unit detachable coupled to a first end of the elongated body, an absorbent tip of the first head unit having a first shape, and a second head unit having an absorbent tip wherein the absorbent tip of the second head unit is received at least partially within a cavity of the first head unit.

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MAKEUP TOOL AND METHODS RELATING TO SAME
CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS
[0001] This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent
Application No. 62/677,403, filed May 29, 2018, which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.
TECHNICAL FIELD
[0002] This invention relates generally to applicator tools, and more specifically relates to applicator tools configured to apply makeup remover and methods relating to same.
BACKGROUND
[0003] Liquid solvents are commonly used to aid in the removal of makeup.
Absorbent devices are sometimes used to apply the makeup removal solvent to the user. Common devices include absorbent pads or towels, including cloth towels and disposable towels or tissues. Alternatively, absorbent pads or towels are used to remove makeup without the application of makeup remover, by absorbing the makeup itself.
[0004] In some instances greater precision in removing makeup is required than is provided by the use of towels. For example, when attempting to use makeup removal solvent around the eyes or lips to sharpen lines. In these instances, user often have to remove more makeup than desired and then reapply makeup to the area.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0005] A tool is provided that includes an elongated, hollow body. The body includes a sidewall that defines an internal cavity. A removable cap is detachably coupled to a first end of the body. The cap has an internal cavity that is closed by the body when the cap is coupled to the body in a closed position.
[0006] A removable head unit is coupled to the body proximate the first end.
At least a portion of the head unit extends from the first end and into the internal cavity of the cap. The head unit has an absorbent tip having a first shape configured to contour to a portion of a human body.
[0007] A second head unit is positioned within the internal cavity of the body.
The second head unit has an absorbent tip having a second shape, different from the first shape, configured to contour to a portion of a human body. In operation, the first head unit can be removed from its position at the first end of the body and the second head unit can be coupled to the body proximate the first end. The first head unit is placed in the internal cavity of the body. Through this interchanging of differently shaped head units, the single tool is configured to contour to a plurality of different shapes for a plurality of applications. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0008] FIG. 1A is a front elevational view of a tool having removable head units having absorbent tips in accordance with embodiments of the present invention.
[0009] FIG. 16 is a cross-section view of the tool of FIG. 1A taken along the line
1B-1B in FIG. 1A.
[0010] FIG. 1C is a front elevational view of a stack of nested head units of the tool of FIGS. 1A-1C.
[0011] FIGS. 2A-2F are front elevational views of individual head units for the tool of FIGS. 1A-1C.
[0012] FIG. 3A is a front elevational view of a tool with removable head units having absorbent tips in accordance with embodiments of the present invention.
[0013] FIG. 36 is a front elevational view of the tool of FIG. 3A with the cap removed.
[0014] FIGS. 4A-4C are front elevational views of head units for use with the tool of FIGS. 3A-3B. [0015] FIG. 5 is a front elevational view of a tool having removable head units having absorbent tips in accordance with embodiments of the present invention.
[0016] Elements in the figures are illustrated for simplicity and clarity and have not necessarily been drawn to scale or to include all features, options or attachments. For example, the dimensions and/or relative positioning of some of the elements in the figures may be exaggerated relative to other elements to help to improve understanding of various embodiments of the present invention. Also, common but well-understood elements that are useful or necessary in a commercially feasible embodiment are often not depicted in order to facilitate a less obstructed view of these various embodiments of the present invention. Certain actions and/or steps may be described or depicted in a particular order of occurrence while those skilled in the art will understand that such specificity with respect to sequence is not actually required. The terms and expressions used herein have the ordinary technical meaning as is accorded to such terms and expressions by persons skilled in the technical field as set forth above except where different specific meanings have otherwise been set forth herein.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0017] FIG. 1A illustrates a tool 100. The tool 100 includes a head unit 120 having an absorbent tip 130. The absorbent tip 130 is used for applying and/or removing products. In one exemplary operation, the tip 130 is used to apply a makeup removal solution, such as a solvent, in order to remove makeup. In alternative operations, the tip 130 is used to remove makeup without the use of a solvent or is used to apply makeup.
[0018] The tool 100 includes an elongated body 110. The elongated body 110 forms a handle by which the tool 100 is gripped as the tip 130 is used. The body 110 has a first end 110A and a second end HOB. A lid or cap 114 is detachably or removably coupled to the first end 110A of the body 110. The cap 114 defines an internal cavity 115. The internal cavity 115 is enclosed by the cap 114 and body 110 when the cap 114 is in a closed position on the body 110 as shown.
[0019] A head unit 120 extends from the first end 110 of the body 110. The head unit 120 is detachably coupled to the body 110. In the form shown, the head unit 120 includes a deformable, resilient base 121. As shown in FIG. IB, the base 121 includes a tapered sidewall 122 which frictionally engages an inner surface of the body 110. At least a portion of the sidewall 122 has a diameter greater than that of the aperture 113 of the base 110 through which it extends. As a result, as the head unit 120 is passed through the aperture 113, the sidewall 122 deforms. The resiliency of the sidewall 122 exerts an outward pressure on the body 110 increasing the friction therebetween. The head unit 120 is removable from the body 110 by pushing or pulling the head unit 120 along the longitudinal axis L of the tool 100 with enough force to overcome the friction between the body 110 and the sidewall 122, causing the sidewall 122 to deform such that it can pass completely through the aperture 113. While the illustrated embodiment shows a deformable base 121 (e.g., side wall
122) that engages an inner surface of body 110 and is deformed to remove head unit
120, it should be understood that in alternate embodiments an opposite configuration may be used (e.g., the inner surface of body 110 may be made deformable and the base 121 left rigid), or both may be made deformable, or both may be left rigid relying solely on friction fitting. For example, in alternate forms, the inner opening could be formed with deformable flaps that retain the base 121 of head unit 120 during use, but allow for the head unit7 s removal after use or when it is desired to discard same.
[0020] As shown, the sidewall 122 includes a stepped annular shape including a wide annular portion 122A and a narrower annular portion 122B. In some forms, the outer diameter of the narrower annular portion 122B is substantially similar to the inner diameter of the wide annular portion 122A such that the narrower annular portion 122B of one head unit 120 nests inside of the wide annular portion 122A of an adjacent head unit 120. Alternatively, the sidewall 122 has a single tapered section, such as a truncated cone such that the outer diameter of the truncated cone at the narrow end is substantially similar to or less than the inner diameter at the wide end to aid in nesting.
[0021] In other forms, yet other engagement methods are used to detachably couple the head unit 120 to the body 110. For example, the head unit 120 is configured to fasten to the body 110. As a more specific example, in one form the head unit 120 is configured to form a snap fit with a portion of the body 110 or the head unit 120 and the body 110 include corresponding threads configured to detachably couple. Other types of fasteners may be used, such as hook and loop fastener, adhesive, squeeze to release structures, ball and detent or other releasable mating structures, etc.
[0022] Returning back to the illustrated embodiment, the head unit 120 includes an absorbent tip 130. The absorbent tip 130 extends into the internal cavity
115 of the cap 115. Storing the absorbent tip 130 in the internal cavity 115 when the tool 100 is not in use slows the rate at which fluids absorbed in the tip 130 evaporate.
Additionally, the cap 114 reduces instances of inadvertent application of absorbed material by the tip 130 due to incidental contact. In other forms, an actuator may be used to release the stored fluid into or onto the absorbent tip to further slow the rate of evaporation of the fluids in or on tip 130.
[0023] In some forms, a second cap or plug 112 is detachably coupled to the second end HOB of the body 110. The plug 112 is coupled to the body 110 by one of a frictional engagement snap fit engagement or threaded engagement but other fastening methods may be used as discussed above. In alternative forms, there is no plug 112 and the last head unit 120E frictionally engages the body 110 to hold the head units 120 in position within the internal cavity 117 of the body 110. Similarly and in yet other embodiments, the plurality of head units may be frictionally fit to one another to hinder inadvertent removal, but only one head unit may be secured to body 110 (e.g., for example, like the above example, only the bottom head unit may be frictionally fit to body 110, but all the other head units are frictionally fit to one another). In such an example, the friction fit of the head unit to the body would be greater than the friction fit between the head units in order to ensure removal of a head unit would not inadvertently result in removal of all head units. However, in other forms, it does not need to be as it may rely on the user to hold a lower head unit while removing the upper head unit and, thus, not require the friction fit of the head unit to the body to be any different than the friction fit between head units.
[0024] As shown in FIG. IB, the body 110 has a sidewall 111 that defines an internal cavity 117. A stack of head units 120A-120E are positioned at least partially within the internal cavity 117. Each head unit 120 has a base 121 having an internal cavity 124. At least a portion of the tip 130 of each head unit 120 other than the first head unit 120A is received within the internal cavity 124 of an adjacent head unit
120. In some forms, the bases 121 of the head units 120 are configured to tightly nest together such that the tips 130 are secured in a position within the internal cavities
124 in which they are not deformed by the base 121. This reduces plastic deformation of a tip 130 as a result of prolonged deformation.
[0025] In some forms, a fluid container 140 is positioned proximate the second end 110B of the base 110. The fluid container 140 is configured to store a fluid with which the absorbent tip 130 of the first head unit 120A is wet As shown, the fluid container 140 is in fluid communication with the tip 130 of the first head unit 120A by a flow path 142. The flow path 142 extends along the center longitudinal axis L of the tool 100 such that it passes through the top 130 of each head unit 120A-120E.
In alternative forms, the flow path 142 extends along the sidewall 111 of the body
110.
[0026] In some forms, the container 140 is configured to allow the user to apply pressure to the fluid to increase flow along the flow path 142. For example, the container 140 is deformable such that it can be squeezed or the container 140 includes a plunger that can be depressed.
[0027] The container 140 is removable from the body 110. Removing the container 140 allows head units 120 to be loaded into the body 110 from the second end HOB. In alternative forms, the container 140 is permanently fixed to the body
110. The permanently fixed container may have an annular shape, such that head units 120 can be loaded through a center aperture into the body 110. Alternatively, the container 140 permanently closes the second end 140 of the body 110, and head units are loaded through the first end 110A. In still further examples, the container
140 is positioned in the cap 114 as with the tool 200 described below.
[0028] In some forms, the container 140 is disposable. The disposable container 140 is sold full of fluid, such as a makeup removal solution. Once all of the solution is used up, the empty container 140 is disposed of and a replacement container 140 is attached to the body 140. Alternatively, the container 140 is refillable. When the container 140 is empty, a user opens the container 140 and replenishes the supply of fluid.
[0029] In FIG. IB, each head unit 120 has an identical tip 130. In alternative embodiments, the stack of head units 120 would comprise a plurality of differently shaped tips 130, such as shown in FIGS. 2A-2F. A stack 1200 of the plurality of head units 1201-1206 of FIGS. 2A-2F is shown in FIG. 1C. The stack 1200 is configured to be loaded into the body 110 of the tool 100. The stack 1200 includes single instances of some head units and a plurality of other head units. The user could customize what assortment of head units are stored in the tool 100 to fit their personal needs and preferences.
[0030] In operation, the first head unit 120A is removed from the tool 100 by pulling it out of the first end 110A of the body 110. The first head unit 120A is then loaded into the internal cavity 117 of the body 110 through the second end HOB.
Pushing the first head unit 120A into the second end, or in some instances pushing the container 140 into the second end 110B after the first head unit 120A is inserted, pushes the second head unit 120B partially out of the first end 110A. The sidewall
122 engages the rim of the aperture 113 such that friction holds the second head unit
120B in the first position so that it can be used by the user. By repeating this method, the user can cycle through each of the head units 120A-120E.
[0031] Turning to FIGS. 2A-2F, a plurality of head units 1201-1206 each having a distinct tip 1301-1306 are illustrated. Each tip 1301-1306 is configured to specialize in a different application. Each head unit 1201-1206 has a substantially identical base 121 having a sidewall 122 comprising two annular sections 122A, 122B as described above. The bases 122 enable nesting of the head units 1201-1206 in any order and combination.
[0032] The first head unit 1201, as shown in FIG. 2A, has a bullet shaped tip
1301 which comes to a rounded point The bullet shaped tip 1301 is formed of an absorbent material, such as a foam material or sponge material. In operation, the bullet shaped tip 1301 is used to apply and/or remove material in a concave location, such as along the comer of an eye. Alternatively or additionally, the fine point of the tip 1301 allows application or removal of material along a fine line to provide sharper contours.
[0033] The second head unit 1202 of FIG. 2B has a substantially spherical tip
1302. The tip 1302 is formed of an absorbent material as described above. As with the bullet shaped tip 1301, the rounded outer surface of the spherical tip 1302 is designed to apply or remove product to concave surfaces, such as along the top and bottom of an eye. The spherical tip 1302 is larger than the bullet tip 1301, allowing it to apply or remove more material at a time and along a wider path.
[0034] Turning to FIG. 2C, the tip 1303 of head unit 1203 has a large, flat rectangular prism shape or bmsh shape. The large tip 1303 is configured to absorb more material than the other tips, as it has greater surface area and volume. The tip 1303 can apply or remove material at a faster rate as it covers a wide path with each stroke.
[0035] FIG. 2D illustrates a head unit 1204 with a half roof shaped tip 1304.
The tip 1304 has a flat, angled surface oblique to the longitudinal axis L of the tool
100. The flat surface can be used to apply or remove a large amount of material, similar but smaller to the brush shaped tip 1303. However, the tip 1303 can then be straightened to do finer detail work with the strait edge at the distal end of the tip
1303.
[0036] FIG. 2E illustrates a head unit 1205 with a truncated cone shaped tip
1305. The tip 1305 comes to a fine point for applying or removing material along a very thin line. The tip 1305 is narrower than the tip 1301, allowing it to reach into even smaller crevices or comers. However, as a result the tip 1305 has less volume and surface area than the tip 1301, requiring it to be cleaned or rewet more often.
[0037] Lastly, the head unit 1206 has a reverse or inverted truncated pyramid shaped tip 1306. The tip 1306 has a large flat, substantially triangular surface at the distal end. The large surface allows for removal or application of a large amount of material at a time. However, the 3 comers of the tip 1306 can then be used for more fine detail work, such as along an edge or comer. In other forms, this may be a reverse or inverted frustoconical shape.
[0038] The tips 1301-1306 described above are exemplary shapes. Other shapes of tips can be applied to the bases 122 such that they can be utilized with the tool 100. Additionally, the dimensions of the tips 1301-1306 described above can be varied to provide tips with similar advantages to those described above.
[0039] Turning to FIG. 3A, a tool 200 is illustrated having an elongated body
210 and a removable head unit 220. The removable head unit 220 has an absorbent tip 130 used to apply and/or remove material. As with the tips 130 described above, the absorbent tip 230 can be used dry to remove makeup. Alternatively, the tip 230 can absorb a makeup removal solution or solvent to aid in the removal of makeup.
The tip 230 can be further used to apply makeup.
[0040] The tool 200 includes a removable cap 214. The cap 214 is detachable coupled to a first end 210A of the body 210. The cap 214 attaches to the body 210 so as to form a substantially leak proof seal. The cap 214 is threadingly attached to the body 210. In alternative forms, the cap 214 couples to the body 210 through a snap fit engagement or friction fit engagement
[0041] The cap 214 has an internal cavity 215. The internal cavity 215 stores a fluid, such as a makeup removal solution. The head unit 220 at least partially extends into the internal cavity 215 such that the tip 230 is at least partially submerged in the fluid with the cap 214 in the closed position on the body 210 as shown.
[0042] As shown in FIG. 3B, the head unit 220 is threadingly attached to the base 210. The head unit 220 can be removed from the body 210 by twisting the head unit 220 relative to the body 110 in counter clockwise direction D. The head unit 220 is one of a plurality of head units 220 having differently shaped tips 230. In operation, the head units 220 are interchanged by a user based on the function to be performed.
[0043] The head unit 220 has a wide fan shaped tip 230. The fan shaped tip
230 is usable to apply or remove material along a wide path with each stroke.
Alternative head units 220B-220D are illustrated in FIGS. 4A-4C. The head units
220B-220D each have a differently shaped tip 230B-230D for different applications.
[0044] Turning to FIG.4A, the head unit 220B has an angled fan or angle brush shaped tip 230B. The tip 230B has a wide angled surface usable to apply or remove material along a wide path. However, the tip 230B can also be straightened to operate along a narrower path utilizing the distal point.
[0045] In contrast, the head unit 220C of FIG. 4B has a blunt, rounded bullet shaped tip 230C. As with the head unit 1201 described above, the rounded bullet shaped tip 230C is usable to apply or remove material along concave surfaces, such as around an eye. Similarly, the head unit 220D of FIG. 4C has a buBet shaped tip
230D. However, the tip 230D is much sharper than the tip 230C, with the tip 230D coming to a fine point The fine point of the tip 230D can be used to apply or remove material along very fine lines.
[0046] In operation, the tool 200 has a plurality of head units, such as head units 220-220C. In some forms, the body 210 is hollow, such that spare head units can be stored within an internal cavity of the body. In alternative forms, the spare head units can be stored in the internal cavity 215 of the cap 214.
[0047] Turning to FIG. 5, a tool 300 is illustrated having an elongated, hollow body 310 and removable head unite 320. The removable head unite 320 are formed of an absorbent material, such as cotton or felt Unlike in previous embodiments, the head unite 320 are formed entirely of the absorbent material and do not have a rigid base portion. In operation, a removable head unit 320 is used to remove or apply makeup. The absorbent material is used to absorb a liquid, such as a makeup removal solution to aid in the task. As shown, the head unite 320 are substantially conical in shape and end in a tip 330. The tip 330 can be used to work in concave areas, such as around the eyes, and/or to do fine details. In alternative embodiments, the head unite 320 have other shapes such as those shown in previous embodiments.
[0048] The head unite 320 have a rear facing cavity 321. A plurality of head unite 320 are stacked in a nesting position within the elongated body 310 of the tool
300 such that the tip 330 of one head unit 320 extends at least partially into the cavity
321 of an adjacent head unit 320. As shown, each of the head unite 320 within the stack are identical. In alternative forms, the stack of head unite 320 contains head unite 320 of different shapes.
[0049] In operation, a head unit 320 is used to remove or apply makeup. After use, the dirty or damaged head unit 320 is removed and disposed of. The stack of head units 320 is advanced towards the first end 310A of the body 310 such that then next head unit 320 in line protrudes from the first end 310A to be used.
[0050] The tool 300 includes a rotating actuator 350. The rotating actuator 350 is rotated relative to the body 310 in order to advance the head units 320 towards the first end 310A. In one form, the body 310 includes a grooved inner surface 311.
One or more head units 320 engage the grooves of the inner surface 311. When the head units 320 and the inner surface 311 are rotated relative to each other, the engagement of the head units 320 and the grooves cause the head units 320 to advance toward the first end 310A. In alternative forms, the tool 300 includes a pusher located behind the last head unit 320 of the stack. The pusher engages the inner surface 311 such that relative rotation causes the pusher to move towards the first end 310A. The movement of the pusher pushes the head units 320.
[0051] The actuator 350 is operatively coupled to either the inner surface 311 or the head units 320. Rotation of the actuator 350 cause the one of either the inner surface 311 or head units 320 to rotate relative to the other, thus driving the head units 320 towards the first end 310A.
[0052] In alternative embodiments, other drive mechanisms are used to move the head units 320 towards the first end 310 A of the tool 300. In one form, a spring biases the stack of head units 320 toward the first end 310A. The front most head unit 320 frictionally engages the body 310 to prevent the spring biasing force from ejecting the head units 320 from the body 310. When the front most head unit 320 is manually pulled, it deforms to be removed from the body 310. In another alternative, the tool 300 includes a pusher as described above. The pusher is coupled to a slider movable within a track extending a substantial portion of the length of the body 310. The user slides the slider towards the first end 310A of the body 310 in order to advance the stack of head units 320.
[0053] The tool 300 includes a removable cap 314. The cap 314 is detachable coupled to the first end 310A of the body 310. The cap 314 attaches to the body 310 so as to form a substantially leak proof seal. The cap 314 is threadingly attached to the body 310. In alternative forms, the cap 314 couples to the body 310 through a snap fit engagement or friction fit engagement
[0054] The cap 314 has an internal cavity 315. The internal cavity 315 stores a fluid, such as a makeup removal solution. A head unit 320 at least partially extends into the internal cavity 315 such that the tip 330 is at least partially submerged in the fluid with the cap 314 in the closed position on the body 310 as shown. Alternatively or additionally, a fluid, such as a makeup removal solution, is stored in the center cavity of the body 310 so as to be absorbed by head units 320 within the stack.
[0055] Each of the tools 100, 200, 300 described herein are shown having a cylindrical body. It is understood that other elongated body shapes are considered, such as those with square or rectangular cross sections, pentagonal cross section, hexagonal cross section, or others. [0056] It should be understood that the embodiments discussed herein are simply meant as representative examples of how the concepts disclosed herein may be utilized and that other system/method/apparatus are contemplated beyond those few examples. In addition, it should also be understood that features of one embodiment may be combined with features of other embodiments to provide yet other embodiments as desired, for example, a the tool 200 may have a container in the body for fluid similar to the container 140 of the tool 100.
[0057] In addition, the description of devices described herein are understood to enable one to carry out methods relating to the devices. For example, methods of using the tools, methods of applying or removing material, methods of exchanging head units, methods of loading and reloading an applicator, methods of operating an application, and methods of manufacturing such tools are all considered and disclosed herein.

Claims

What is claimed is:
1. A tool comprising:
an elongated body;
a first head unit detachable coupled to a first end of the elongated body;
an absorbent tip of the first head unit having a first shape; and
a second head unit having an absorbent tip having a second shape different from the first tape, the second head unit configured to attach to the first end of the elongated body.
2. The tool of claim 1, wherein the elongated body is hollow, having an internal cavity.
3. The tool of claim 2, wherein the second head unit is positioned at least partially within the internal cavity of the elongated body.
4. The tool of claim 3, wherein the first head unit has an internal cavity and wherein the second head unit at least partially extends into the internal cavity of the first head unit such that the first and second head unit are nested.
5. The tool of claim 1, the first head unit having a tapered base portion, the head unit being attached to the elongated body by frictional engagement between the body and the tapered base portion.
6. The tool of claim 1 further comprising a container configured to store fluid.
7. The tool of claim 6 wherein the container is in fluid communication with the absorbent tip of the first head unit
8. The tool of claim 6 wherein the container is a cap configured to detachably couple to the first end of the elongated body.
9. The tool of claim 1 wherein the first head unit is threadingly attached to the
elongated body.
10. A method of using a tool comprising:
providing a tool having:
an elongated body;
a first head unit detachable coupled to a first end of the elongated body; an absorbent tip of the first head unit having a first shape; and a second head unit having an absorbent tip having a second shape different from the first tape, the second head unit configured to attach to the first end of the elongated body;
detaching the first head unit from the first end of the elongated body; and attaching the second head to the first end of the elongated body.
11. The method of claim 10, wherein detaching the first head unit includes pulling the first head unit along the longitudinal axis of the elongated body out of friction engagement with the first end of the elongated body.
12. The method of claim 11, wherein attaching the second head unit includes
inserting the first head unit into a second end of elongated body, the insertion of the first head unit causing the second head unit to be at least partially pushed out of the second end of the body.
13. A tool comprising: an elongated, hollow body having an internal cavity;
a stack of nested head units extending within the internal cavity of the body; a first head unit of the stack of nested head units extending at least partially out of a first end of the body, the first head unit having a first tip having a first shape; a second head of the stack of nested head units, the second head unit having a second tip, the second tip being at least partially received within a cavity of the first head unit
14. The tool of claim 13, the second tip having a second shape, the second shape being different from the first shape.
15. The tool of claim 14, wherein at least one of the first shape and the second shape is a bullet shape.
16. The tool of claim 14, wherein at least one of the first shape and the second shape is a truncated cone shape.
17. The tool of claim 14, wherein at least one of the first shape and the second shape is a brush shape.
18. The tool of claim 13 further comprising a fluid container.
19. The tool of claim 18 wherein the fluid container is a cap configured to detachably couple to the first end of the body.
20. The tool of claim 18 wherein the fluid container is at least partially within the internal cavity of the body.
21. The tool of claim 18 wherein the fluid container is in fluid communication with the first tip.
22. The tool of claim 21 wherein the fluid container is in fluid communication with the second tip.
23. The tool of claim 13 further comprising a rotating actuator wherein rotation of the rotating actuator causes the second to move toward a first end of the body.
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