Abstract: A kit for use in masking a scalp of a person to minimize the appearance of hair loss includes a container of powdered masking material, and at least one applicator brush. The applicator brush is operable to transfer the powdered masking material to at least a portion of the person's scalp. At least some bristles of the applicator brush have a varying length such that distal ends of the at least some bristles collectively define an angled application profile.

Abstract: Systems, methods and devices for applying cosmetics to the face of a user in a particular sequential order employing various assigned brushes marked with various indicia. The indicia on the brush is used to identify an association with a cosmetic similarly marked with the same indicia. The indicia defines the sequential order in which the cosmetic is to be applied to the face of a user in accordance with a sequential step-by-step cosmetic application process. This system and method may be embodied in a variety of ways including in a kit, a holder, a cosmetic carrying case and a portable and self-contained modular cosmetic unit.

Abstract: A method of using styling tape for body part and hair accessorizing is disclosed. The method may include cutting a self-adhesive tape into a strip or other elongate shape and stretching it to obtain at least some tension. The user may wrap the self-adhesive strip around a bundle of hair or a body part, and may press the self-adhesive strip onto itself to secure the strip or other elongate shape.

Abstract: A multiple clip hair fastener with a plurality of claw clips directly attached to the next. The clips are fastened to separate sections of hair while each clip remains directly attached.

Abstract: A three dimensional stencil for use in applying raised acrylic designs to nails comprises a generally flat, flexible portion adapted for contact with a portion of a fingernail or toenail, and a cut-out portion formed within the confines of the flexible portion. The cut-out portion includes walls having a thickness of at least about 3 mm. The flexible portion forms an opening adjacent to the cut-out portion. In one embodiment, the flexible portion is itself of a thickness of at least about 3 mm, and the cut-out portion forms an opening in the flexible portion. In another embodiment, the cut-out portion comprises walls attached to and extending up from the flexible portion. In the second embodiment, tabs connecting the cut-out portion walls to the flexible portion may be used.

Abstract: An artificial fingernail and method of making an artificial fingernail is provided in which the artificial fingernail is pre-taped with an adhesive layer covered by a removable liner during the manufacturing process. In one aspect, the artificial fingernail includes a polymeric body having a shape corresponding with at least a portion of a natural fingernail. An adhesive layer is secured to at least a portion of the lower surface of the polymeric body. The adhesive layer is adapted to adhere to an upper surface of a wearer's natural fingernail when applied thereto. A removable liner covers the adhesive layer and is removable to expose the adhesive layer for application to the natural fingernail.

Abstract: A glove can be worn on a person's hand and, using several different techniques, can be used in styling a person's hair to produce curly or straight hair. The glove can be used to curl hair in a fist closing-type motion while hot drying air is applied. Hair may also be curled around the fingers, or the fingers may be used to put tension on hair to straighten it.

Abstract: A bead, a tool and a method are provided for applying the bead to hair. The bead may be constructed from a pliant and/or soft and/or resilient material, such as for example, rubber, foam, or the like. The bead may be placed around the tool which may hold one or more strands of the hair in a position for placement of the bead onto the hair. The bead may then be moved along a body of the tool until the bead is placed onto the strands of hair. The pliancy and/or softness and/or resiliency of the bead may enable the bead to be worn adjacent to the scalp without causing discomfort to a user. The bead may also be worn by a user during activities, such as, for example, running or like activity.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for a curling iron shield 12. The curling iron shield 10 is comprised of a planar shield formed from a pliable material having a body 12 with a straight edge 16 and a built-in handle 14. The curling iron shield 12 can be placed against the scalp with the edge 16 engaging a lock of hair 24 that has been wound around a curling iron 18, 20, 22 wherein the body 12 of the shield may protect the user from engagement with the curling iron by positioning the shield between the scalp and the curling iron whereby the curling iron is wound toward the scalp and will engage the shield instead of the scalp.

Abstract: A method for forming an artificial fingernail on a natural fingernail comprises the steps of preparing a water-soluble polyvinyl alcohol solution; applying the solution on natural fingernail 2 to form an adhesive layer 3 thereon; putting artificial fingernail 4 on natural fingernail 2 through adhesive layer 3; and curing adhesive layer 3. Although fully cured, adhesive layer 3 can be dissolved and softened in water so that artificial fingernail 4 can easily be removed from natural fingernail 2 in a short time.

Abstract: A method of removing a false nail from a person's natural fingernail including the steps of pushing the cuticle away from the base of the false nail to expose the base of the false nail; placing a taut string to engage the base of the false nail to be removed; applying pressure to the base of the false nail using the taut string to break part of the adhesive bond between the false nail and the person's natural fingernail; and manipulating the taut string between the false nail and the natural fingernail by moving the taut string from the base of the false nail toward the tip of the false nail in order to continue to break the adhesive bond between the false nail and the natural fingernail in order to remove the false nail.

Abstract: In a system for coating human skin, a chemical composition, such as a cosmetic or medical formulation, is uniformly coated over the entire body or selected parts of the body of the person being coated. The system includes atomization of the coating composition, containment of the atomized spray, and residual recovery which together yield a novel method for applying chemical compositions.

Abstract: An apparatus for the cutting and removal of a braid from a person's natural hair includes a first member and a second member that are adapted to pivot about an axis under control by a hand of a user. The first member includes a linear longitudinal edge that cannot cut hair and is adapted to contact an inner edge of the second member. The inner edge includes a comb portion that is preferably detachable and an arcuate recess that provides an opening to receive the natural hair therein, a protrusion that functions as a pick to loosen the natural hair from the braid, and a cutting portion that is adapted to cut the braid where desired. Accordingly, all cutting, loosening, braid removal and combing operations are performed using the one apparatus, thereby expediting braid removal.

Abstract: The present invention provides an extendable handle shaving system comprising an extendable handle assembly and a select shaving blade attachment. The assembly comprises a hand grip portion and a connecting rod. The connecting rod comprises a handle-engaging first rod end, a blade-receiving second rod end, and an S-shaped angular bend intermediate the first rod end and the second rod end. A length-adjusting button is cooperatively associated with the connecting rod for adjusting the effective length of the connecting rod. The select shaving blade attachment may be selected from a disposable straight razor blade assembly and an electric razor head assembly. The shaving system may thus further comprise a power source-recharging base and the extendable handle assembly may comprise a rechargeable power source and electric circuitry. The rechargeable power source and electric circuitry function to selectively and electrically operate the electric razor head assembly.

Abstract: A hair styling device includes an elongate body having a pick end for separating strands of hair. The device includes a pair of arms pivotally attached to the elongate body. A method of styling hair using the hair styling device, the method includes separating a section of hair. The method includes dividing the section of hair into two strands of hair using a hair styling device with each strand positioned between a body of the device and an arm of the device. The method includes crossing each of the two strands over the front of the body of the hair styling device and sliding each strand under an arm opposed to the arm bounding each strand. The method includes pulling each strand up through a space between the body of the styling device and the scalp. The method includes wrapping each strand a plurality of times around a section of the opposite strand located between the body of the device and the scalp.

Abstract: A hair-band comb fastener and method for securing sections of hair of a human being. The apparatus comprises a retaining comb with an attaching member toward an end of the comb base and a resilient band attached toward the other end of the comb base. The resilient band has an attaching means for mating with the attaching member on the comb base. Whereby, the comb can be placed in the user's hair, a hair section can be placed in front of the comb, the band can be stretched across the hair section, and the attaching member on the band can be secured to the attaching member on the comb base.

Abstract: A novel form of a braider is provided which, in its preferred embodiment, consists of a body portion with two opposing cavities. The cavities are designed so as to enable both easy insertion into and removal from of sections of hair from the cavities. Several novel methods for using the braider are also provided. In one use, the wearer places each of two sections of her hair each within a cavity of the braider. She then repeatedly and alternately transfers sub-sections of hair from one cavity to the other thus creating a herringbone braid.

Abstract: A method for treating and/or styling selective sections of hair on a person's head is disclosed. The method includes the use of a substantially transparent polymer film having a thickness of approximately 0.025 mm. The hair is weaved in order to isolate the sections of hair to be treated. The film is placed against the hair to be treated and a chemical is applied to the hair. Typically, rolling or folding the film onto itself accomplishes sealing or bonding of the film. Optionally, a second film is placed over the first film with the treated hair contained between the two films. Static conductivity facilitates sealing of the film or films. The film or films as a result of the sealing or bonding contain the section of hair and chemical. Chemical development, accelerated by the static conductivity, is observed through the substantially transparent film. Hair, isolated during the treatment process, can be cut with the film and chemical in place, by cutting right through the thin film and hair at the same time.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for protecting a fingernail includes a cover which is formed to fit over the fingernail. The cover is made from a material which restricts ultraviolet light from contacting the fingernail, thus preventing yellowing when the user is tanning.

Abstract: An artificial fingernail remover is provided that comprises a receptacle 1 formed with an opened end 3, a closed end 4 and a cavity 1a defined between the opened and closed ends 3, 4; and an absorbent 2 disposed in the receptacle 1 and secured to the closed end 4 of the receptacle 1 to absorb a solvent in absorbent 2. When a tip of a single finger is inserted into receptacle 1 to bring the artificial fingernail 7 attached to a natural nail into contact with absorbent 2, resin of the artificial nail 7 is dissolved or softened by the solvent, and the artificial nail 7 can be easily scrapped off the natural nail in a relatively short period of time.

Abstract: A hair connecting fastener for securing two sections of hair together. The hair connecting fastener comprises a first elastic looped hair band with an attaching member attached to it and a second elastic looped hair band with an attaching member attached to it. In use the first band is attached to a section of hair; the second band is attached to a separate section of hair; and both attaching members are attached together.

Abstract: A single-use cosmetic applicator 1 has an applicator body 2 with a front surface 3 and a rear surface 4. The cosmetic applicator 1 has a sealed substantially impermeable membrane containing a pre-determined quantity of a cosmetic product 5 attached to an inner surface of a substantially impermeable cover, so that the membrane lies between the cover 7 and the applicator body 2.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a callus-removing skin-file capable of removing fingernails, toenails, calluses and the like and a method of manufacturing the same. The callus removing file 21, comprises a base plate 24 made of glass, an abrasive layer 23 formed on the base plate by sanding; and a coating layer 22 coated on the upper surface of the abrasive layer 23 with a mixture of epoxy resin, a hardening agent and emery. The method of manufacturing the callus-removing skin-file includes the steps of: preparing a base plate 24 made from glass material; making a mixture by mixing 20 to 25 percent by weight epoxy resin, a 40 to 55 percent by weight hardening agent and 15 to 20 percent by weight emery; forming an abrasive layer 23 by sanding a surface of the base plate 24; coating the mixture on the upper surface of the sanded base plate; and hardening the base plate 24 coated with the mixture.

Abstract: In a system for coating human skin, a chemical composition, such as a cosmetic or medical formulation, is uniformly coated over the entire body or selected parts of the body of the person being coated. The system includes atomization of the coating composition, containment of the atomized spray, and residual recovery which together yield a novel method for applying chemical compositions.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of applying a cosmetic product having an applicator body with a first longitudinal axis and defining external and internal walls. The internal walls of the present invention define at least one internal member having a second longitudinal axis and capable of movement between a retracted first position and a second projected position. The internal member of the present invention provides the consumer with one application surface adapted to apply relatively small amounts of one or more cosmetic products.

Abstract: A method involves making available a cosmetic product and a non-cosmetic product and offering one or more of the products for sale. The non-cosmetic product may have a visible portion including a first material chosen from fabric, facsimile of fabric, animal skin, and imitation animal skin. The cosmetic product may define at least one internal region configured to surround and contain least one cosmetic composition. A visible portion of the cosmetic product may include a second material chosen from fabric, facsimile of fabric, animal skin, and imitation animal skin. The first material may have an appearance resembling an appearance of the second material.

Abstract: A hair treatment method and apparatus for use in conditioning hair. The treatment device includes two layers. One is formed of plastic or polyethylene material and the other is fabricated of terry cloth material. The method steps include placement of the treatment device in a dryer. The apparatus may be economically manufactured and is designed for in-home or hair salon usage. The concepts disclosed have utility for the treatment of long hair and related applications.

Abstract: A glove can be worn on a person's hand and, using several different techniques, can be used in styling a person's hair to produce curly or straight hair. The glove can be used to curl hair in a fist closing-type motion while hot drying air is applied. Hair may also be curled around the fingers, or the fingers may be used to put tension on hair to straighten it.

Abstract: A method for treating and/or styling selective sections of hair on a person's head is disclosed. The method includes the use of a substantially transparent polymer film having a thickness of approximately 0.025 mm. The hair is weaved in order to isolate the sections of hair to be treated. The film is placed against the hair to be treated and a chemical is applied to the hair. Typically, rolling or folding the film onto itself accomplishes sealing or bonding of the film. Optionally, a second film is placed over the first film with the treated hair contained between the two films. Static conductivity facilitates sealing of the film or films. The film or films as a result of the sealing or bonding contain the section of hair and chemical. Chemical development, accelerated by the static conductivity, is observed through the substantially transparent film.

Abstract: Embodiments of a device for holding a lock of hair include: a base portion for resting on the scalp; a holding portion arranged to hold a portion of said lock in a substantially upstanding configuration between the holding portion and the scalp; and a link portion connecting the base portion to the holding portion and configured in such a manner as to allow access to the portion of the lock.

Abstract: A device including a rod having an end portion and a hooked portion is presented. The end portion and the hooked portion are located at opposite ends of the rod. A support is connected to the rod. The support includes a many rod guides. The hooked portion is adapted to string filamentous material through at least one bead that has a thru-hole.

Abstract: A printed template and method for using the template are illustrated for evaluating various characteristics of eyelashes and categorizing the eyelashes accordingly. The template has one edge portion suitable for placement adjacent an eyelid under eyelashes. The edge portion is provided with indicia representing known eyelash characteristics such as density, thickness, length or color. The indicia on the template are placed adjacent actual eyelashes such that a visual comparison can be made between the eyelashes and the indicia. By comparing the eyelashes to the indicia, a user can more objectively determine the measurements and characteristics of the eyelashes.

Abstract: The invention provides new methods to treat hair to achieve a permanent wave, curl, or straightness.

Abstract: Disclosed is a nail art tool, including a plurality of manicures or nail art paints (10) having various colors, an image plate (12) having a plurality of image recesses (14) engraved with various patterns or letters, a blade unit (16) to evenly trim the manicure or nail art paint (10) in the image recess (14) of the image plate (12), and a stamp (18) to carry the manicure or nail art paint in the image recess of the image plate and then stamp the manicure or nail art paint on the fingernail or face of the user. Also, there is disclosed a method of providing nail art using the nail art tool. The current invention allows users to easily and quickly paint their nails or faces with various decorative patterns, letters or other designs at a low expense so as to express their personalities and characters.

Abstract: The present invention is a device and method for applying a tanning solution. Generally, the method generates a fog by applying a predetermined pressure to a tanning solution, and then passing the solution through a nozzle such that the tanning solution under pressure produces a fog. The device generally includes a fog chamber with a fluid frame therein, the fluid frame having a plurality of nozzles disposed about it. The nozzles help achieve a fog by providing a disk fan to help disburse the fog away from a person being tanned.

Abstract: In a system for coating human skin, a chemical composition, such as a cosmetic or medical formulation, is uniformly coated over the entire body or selected parts of the body of the person being coated. The system includes atomization of the coating composition, containment of the atomized spray, and residual recovery which together yield a novel method for applying chemical compositions.

Abstract: A nail trimmer apparatus (and related methods). The apparatus is a small handheld battery powered device that safely trims nails by leveraging unique physical properties of the skin and nail tissue. A trimming action is driven by a compact motor of appropriate speed and torque and a mechanism that converts the rotation of the motor shaft to an oscillating action at the head. A cushioned abrasive surface attached to the head oscillates with a frequency and stroke that optimizes the trimming of the nail while not adversely affecting surrounding skin. By selecting a desirable form factor and trimming properties, the device is particularly well suited to trimming infant's nails. Infant's nails are often difficult to trim due to the small size of the finger or toe and nail, the lack of cooperation by the infant and the precision required by existing nail trimming tools. The simple one-handed trimmer does not generally require significant dexterity and can be used whether the infant is asleep or awake.

Abstract: A brush for applying a substance onto keratinous fibers includes a core and bristles that are supported by the core and made other than by being injection molded together with the core. In embodiments, the brush has at least a portion that carries bristles that are curved and extend from the core in oriented manner.

Abstract: A method of decorating fingernails is disclosed. An applicator having a foam brush on one end and a bristle brush on the other end is obtained. The foam brush has a non-uniform cell structure and the bristle brush is adapted to apply a uniform coating of nail polish. The bristle brush is used to apply a uniform coating of nail polish of one color. Then, the foam brush is partially saturated in nail polish of a color different from the color of the uniform coating. The foam brush is repeatedly pressed against the nail. Due to the non-uniform cell structure of the foam brush, pools of nail polish of different sizes and thicknesses are deposited onto the nail. Some of the pools are thin to allow the color of the uniform coating to be visible therethrough. The uniform coating is left exposed in several locations. Thus, a mottled effect is produced on the fingernail.

Abstract: In a system for coating human skin, a chemical composition, such as a cosmetic or medical formulation, is uniformly coated over the entire body or selected parts of the body of the person being coated. The system includes atomization of the coating composition, containment of the atomized spray, and residual recovery which together yield a novel method for applying chemical compositions.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for inserting a decorative ribbon into braided human hair. The apparatus is of a needle configuration having an elongated shaft pointed at one end and a ribbon-retaining eyelet at the opposite end. The eyelet has a progressive engagement and retaining insert to selectively engage and hold a ribbon within. A ribbon can therefore pass through the weaves of the braid in a variety of decorative repetitive patterns.

Abstract: The invention provides for a makeup brush for facilitating the application of eyeliner to the upper lashline of the eyes. The brush comprises a tuft of bristles configured in a curved pattern to conform to the contour of the eyelid. The overall width of the brush head, in combination with the curvature of the tuft, provide a brush which facilitates the accurate and natural-looking application of eyeliner. Specifically, the curved design of the bristles of the brush are such that eyeliner may be applied between the lashes of the lashline, rather than merely above or below the lashline.

Abstract: A device for packaging and applying a product, which includes a container suitable for containing the product, and an application component having at least one applicator portion suitable for coming in contact with the product in order to take up some of the product. A rotational coupling arrangement is provided on at least one side of the applicator portion to allow the application component to be moved in rotation about an axis Y relative to the container. The application component includes at least one portion separating the applicator portion from the coupling means, with portion(s) having a non-constant cross section measured transversely to the axis of rotation Y.

Abstract: An artificial nail remover device that consists of a thin, squared head at one end, and is buffered at the opposite end. The length of the device has grooved gripping apertures along the elongated body. The body is made of a flexible plastic that allows for maneuvering without fracturing after repeated use when removing artificial nails and nail tips. The artificial nail remover device eliminates the need to soak the natural nails in any solution that could cause damage to the natural nail. The handle is versatile, for use with either the right or left hand with ease. The artificial nail remover device interfits between the artificial nail and the natural nail allowing one to remove the artificial nail with ease.

Abstract: A make up kit comprises a base material in which colorants may be mixed to achieve desired hues that may then be applied to a person. The kit may further comprise a mixing dish in which the make up may be mixed and an instructional aide that instructs users on how to mix the make up paints and apply the paints.

Abstract: In a system for coating human skin, a chemical composition, such as a cosmetic or medical formulation, is uniformly coated over the entire body or selected parts of the body of the person being coated. The system includes atomization of the coating composition, containment of the atomized spray, and residual recovery which together yield a novel method for applying chemical compositions.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for sampling cosmetic materials, the device comprising a body and at least one applicator tip, the applicator tip having an application surface with flock attached thereto.

Abstract: The invention is the use of a chelating agent with an ultrasonic device for the treatment of hair and other fibers. The treatment device includes an ultrasound generator, a comb device responsive to the generated ultrasonic waves, a reflector for reflecting the incident ultrasonic waves disposed on the distal end of the comb device, and a chelating agent preferably disposed within the treatment device. The treatment device efficaciously dispenses the chelating agent and ultrasonically treats the fiber.

Abstract: A multiple clip fastener and method for securing sections of hair of a human being in rows and for aligning hair clips. The apparatus is a semi-circle headband, retaining comb, or barrette that has a plurality of hair clips integrally attached and aligned longitudinally along its top. In use, the headband, retaining comb, or barrette is attached to the hair. Hair sections are then neatly aligned and secured in rows to the multiple clip fastener by placing each corresponding hair section into corresponding hair clip. Each clip always remains aligned with each other and the multiple clip hair fastener is easily removable and reusable.

Abstract: A container for health and beauty aids having a novel cap and a cap therefor are disclosed. The cap has a recess in which an entertainment device is disposed, including at least one die or pair of dice for entertaining a child.