Multi-Container Cosmetic Accessory
The present invention relates to a cosmetic accessory comprising at least two cosmetic containers. The containers are pivotally attached to one another to provide convenient storage of separate cosmetic compositions. The pivot member enables the first and second containers to be configured at least side-by-side and one on top of the other. Each configuration provides different form-factors for the user based on the user's use context.
The present invention relates, in general, to a cosmetic accessory, and in particular, to a cosmetic accessory including modular cosmetic containers.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTIONCosmetic accessories typically provide portable shapes and sizes. Users of cosmetic accessories can carry a plethora of containers and cases that can create a disorganized space. Cosmetic accessories smaller in size can lack different options of shades, products, and formulas. While cosmetic accessories larger in size can be too large to be portable. Modular cosmetic accessories can also be too large in size to be portable and can be difficult to configure.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTIONEmbodiments of the present disclosure are directed to a cosmetic accessory comprising at least two cosmetic containers. In one embodiment, the containers may be pivotally attached to one another to provide convenient storage of separate cosmetic compositions. The pivot member may be arranged to connect the first and second containers side-by-side and one on top of the other. Each configuration may provide different form-factors for the user based on the user's use context.
In another embodiment, the present disclosure may be directed to a cosmetic accessory including at least two cosmetic containers. The at least two cosmetic containers may include a first container having a first base and a second container having a second base. The first base may be pivotally attached to the second base about a lateral pivot member. A first lid may sit atop the first base of the first container, and a second lid may sit atop the second base of the second container. The first container may be arranged to rotate up to approximately 180 degrees about the lateral pivot member relative to the second container. At least one cosmetic container selected from the at least two cosmetic containers may provide a mirror that may be arranged inside of an interior of a lid that may be connected to the at least one cosmetic container. The at least two cosmetic containers may be arranged to form a closed configuration about the lateral pivot member. The at least two cosmetic containers may engage with one another to form a stable, closed configuration and may engage with one another utilizing male and female connectors. The at least two cosmetic containers may be stacked and may provide a form factor arrangement capable of being handheld by a user. The at least two cosmetic containers may each provide storage space and may form a modular arrangement. The at least two cosmetic containers may connect side-by-side and may connect one cosmetic container on top of another cosmetic container.
The cosmetic accessory of the present invention comprises at least two cosmetic containers.
The term, “cosmetic composition” as used herein, may comprise make-up primers, make-up bases, liquid or solid foundations, concealers, lipsticks, lip glosses, powders, lip liners, eye shadows, blushers, twin cakes, UV protectors, lotions, creams, essences, or the like, but is not limited thereto. Further, “cosmetic compositions” may include product forms such as impregnated substrates. Such substrates, may be selected from, for example, the group consisting of butadiene rubber (BR), styrene butadiene rubber (SBR), natural rubber (NR), natural rubber styrene butadiene rubber (NRSBR), acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber (NBR), liquid polyurethane, dry polyurethane, polyether, polyester, polyvinyl chloride vinyl, polyethylene, latex, silicone, polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), nitrile rubber, butyl rubber and neoprene or the like. The first cosmetic composition 18 and second cosmetic composition 28 may also be the same or different from one another.
The second container 2 includes a third lid latching member 8 and fourth lid latching member 22 which engage with the third front base latching member 39 and fourth front base latching member 42 of the second base 40, when the second lid 20 is closed. The second lid 20 also includes a second rear pivot member 21 which attaches to the second puff tray 26 and second base 40 to facilitate opening of each respective part. The second lid 20 may also include a second mirror 23. The second puff tray 26 is provided to support the second puff holder 25 which is adapted to receive the second puff 24. As shown, the first puff 14 and second puff 24 may be the different, as shown, or they may be the same. The first puff holder 15 and second puff holder 25 may be adapted to receive the selected shape of the first puff 14 or second puff 24. The second cosmetic composition tray 29 includes a second tray latching member 27 which engages with the second cosmetic composition tray latch 38 to preferably seal the second cosmetic composition 28 when closed. The second base 40 includes a second interior lateral base latching member 37, third front base latching member 39, fourth front base latching member 42 and second lateral base latching member 41 therein. Each of the latching members, herein, may comprise magnetic and/or mechanical latching means known in the art. It should be appreciated that side-by-side and stacked configurations of the first container 1 and the second container 2 may connect using magnets. A second recess 44 may be provided in the second base 40 to facilitate opening the second lid 20.
When configured side-by-side, according to any of
It should be appreciated that a cosmetic accessory may include at least two cosmetic containers that may provide a two-in-one package and/or delivery system. It should also be appreciated that the cosmetic accessory may be compact in size, provide an ergonomic design, and may provide a shape and size for ease of packing for traveling. It should further be appreciated that the cosmetic accessory may provide a side-by-side, individual, and stacked arrangement that may be easily connected and disconnected by a user.
It should be appreciated that a cosmetic accessory may be shaped similarly to a cube and may provide dimensions between approximately 3.5 centimeters (cm) to 6.2 cm, without departing from the present disclosure. It should be appreciated that a cosmetic accessory may have a height of approximately 3.7 cm, a width of approximately 5.7 cm, and a length of approximately 6.2 cm. It should be appreciated that the dimensions may be greater or less than the aforementioned dimensions without departing from the present disclosure. It should also be appreciated that the cosmetic accessory may be shaped to fit into a user's palm. It should further be appreciated that the cosmetic accessory may provide refillable and reusable cosmetic containers that may customizable.
The dimensions and values disclosed herein are not to be understood as being strictly limited to the exact numerical values recited. Instead, unless otherwise specified, each such dimension is intended to mean both the recited value and a functionally equivalent range surrounding that value. For example, a dimension disclosed as “40 mm” is intended to mean “approximately 40 mm.”
Every document cited herein, including any cross referenced or related patent or application, is hereby incorporated herein by reference in its entirety unless expressly excluded or otherwise limited. The citation of any document is not an admission that it is prior art with respect to any invention disclosed or claimed herein or that it alone, or in any combination with any other reference or references, teaches, suggests or discloses any such invention. Further, to the extent that any meaning or definition of a term in this document conflicts with any meaning or definition of the same term in a document incorporated by reference, the meaning or definition assigned to that term in this document shall govern.
While particular embodiments of the present invention have been illustrated and described, it would be obvious to those skilled in the art that various other changes and modifications can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. It is therefore intended to cover in the appended claims all such changes and modifications that are within the scope of this invention.
Claims
1. A cosmetic accessory, comprising:
- at least two cosmetic containers including a first container having a first base and a second container having a second base, wherein the first base is pivotally attached to the second base about a lateral pivot member.
2. The cosmetic accessory of claim 1, wherein a first lid sits atop the first base of the first container and a second lid sits atop the second base of the second container.
3. The cosmetic accessory of claim 1, wherein the first container is arranged to rotate up to approximately 180 degrees about the lateral pivot member relative to the second container.
4. The cosmetic accessory of claim 1, wherein at least one cosmetic container selected from the at least two cosmetic containers provides a mirror inside of an interior of a lid, the lid secured to the at least one cosmetic container.
5. The cosmetic accessory of claim 1, wherein the at least two cosmetic containers are arranged to form a closed configuration about the lateral pivot member.
6. The cosmetic accessory of claim 1, wherein the at least two cosmetic containers engage with one another in a stacked arrangement.
7. The cosmetic accessory of claim 6, wherein the at least two cosmetic containers engage with one another utilizing male and female connectors.
8. The cosmetic accessory of claim 6, wherein the at least two cosmetic containers are identical in shape and size.
9. The cosmetic accessory of claim 1, wherein the at least two cosmetic containers are different in shape and size.
10. The cosmetic accessory of claim 1, wherein the at least two cosmetic containers each provide storage space.
11. The cosmetic accessory of claim 1, wherein the at least two cosmetic containers form a modular arrangement capable of connecting side-by-side.
Type: Application
Filed: Jun 7, 2019
Publication Date: Dec 12, 2019
Inventors: Agostinho Martins (New Hyde Park, NY), Yeon Jung ROH (Brooklyn, NY), Chuzhen QUE (Minhang), Yun CHEN (Shanghai), Jing JIN (Pudong District)
Application Number: 16/435,345