Braid pic device and method of use
A device for unbraiding hair is disclosed. The device includes a first member and a plurality of placement wells on its first member. The plurality of placement wells being positioned a predetermined distance apart. The device also includes a hook member on one end of the first member for untangling braids. The braid pic device is simple to learn how to use and to operate, and also has the benefit to the user of being a potential time saver as well as a healthy hair management tool. The braid pic device is simple to learn how to use and to operate, and also has the benefit to the user of being a potential time saver as well as a healthy hair management tool. The braid pic device can be utilized with different styles of braids and with three-strand braids, four-strand braids and multiple-strand braids of hair.
The present invention relates generally to hair braiding and more particularly to removing hair braids from braided hair.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTIONBraiding hair is a time honored tradition in many cultures. In addition, it has become more and more popular in many places all over the world. Removing braids from the braided hair can be a time-consuming and difficult process. Accordingly, a device for removing braids is desirable. The device for taking out braids needs to be simple to use while at the same time minimizing damage to hair and hair breakage. Such a device also needs to save time for its user. The present invention addresses such a need.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTIONA device for unbraiding hair is disclosed. The device includes a first member and a plurality of placement wells on its first member. The plurality of placement wells being positioned a predetermined distance apart. The device also includes a hook member on one end of the first member for untangling braids.
The braid pic device is simple to learn how to use and to operate, and also has the benefit to the user of being a potential time saver as well as a healthy hair management tool. The braid pic device is simple to learn how to use and to operate, and also has the benefit to the user of being a potential time saver as well as a healthy hair management tool. The braid pic device can be utilized with different styles of braids and with three-strand braids, four-strand braids and multiple-strand braids of hair.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
The present invention relates generally to hair braiding and more particularly to removing hair braids from braided hair. The following description is presented to enable one of ordinary skill in the art to make and use the invention and is provided in the context of a patent application and its requirements. Various modifications to the preferred embodiments and the generic principles and features described herein will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art. Thus, the present invention is not intended to be limited to the embodiments shown, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and features described herein.
In order to use the device, the user starts at the very tip of the braid, as shown in
The braid pic device 10 can also be utilized to help the user to part hair evenly, as shown in
The braid pic device 10 in accordance with the present invention allows the user to take out braids of any size while at the same time minimizing damage and hair breakage. The braid pic device 10 is simple to learn how to use and to operate, and also has the benefit to the user of being a potential time saver as well as a healthy hair management tool. The braid pic device 10 can be utilized with different styles of braids and with three-strand braids, four-strand braids and multiple-strand braids of hair.
Although the present invention has been described in accordance with the embodiments shown, one of ordinary skill in the art will readily recognize that there could be variations to the embodiments and those variations would be within the spirit and scope of the present invention. Accordingly, many modifications may be made by one of ordinary skill in the art without departing from the spirit and scope of the appended claims.
Claims
1. A device comprising:
- a first member;
- a plurality of placement wells on its first member, the plurality of placement wells being positioned a predetermined position apart; and
- a hook member on one end of the first member for untangling braids.
2. The device of claim 2 wherein the plurality of placement wells comprise two placement wells positioned 60 degrees apart.
3. The device of claim 1 wherein the first member comprises a cylindrical member.
4. The device of claim 1 wherein the plurality of placement wells are positioned a predetermined distance from each other that allows for easy use of the braid pic device.
5. A device comprising;
- a cylindrical member;
- two placement wells on the cylindrical member, the two placements wells being position 60 degrees apart from each other to allow for easy use of the braid pic device; and
- a hook member on one end of the cylindrical member for untangling braids.
Type: Application
Filed: Nov 5, 2004
Publication Date: May 11, 2006
Inventors: Kim Bradford (Englewood, NJ), Colette Bradford (Englewood, NJ)
Application Number: 10/982,162
International Classification: A45D 7/02 (20060101);