Eyelash Or Eyebrow Patents (Class 132/216)
  • Patent number: 11882888
    Abstract: A clavicle protective device may include a contoured member configured to cover at least a portion of the clavicle. The contoured member may have an inner surface configured to face the at least a portion of the clavicle and an outer surface configured to face away from the at least a portion of the clavicle. The contoured member may include a first contact portion, a second contact portion, and a bridge portion positioned between the first contact portion and the second contact portion. The first contact portion may be configured to contact the subject's body above the clavicle. The second contact portion may be configured to contact the subject's body below the clavicle. The bridge portion may be configured to be spaced apart from the subject's body when the first contact portion and the second contact portion contact the subject's body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 29, 2020
    Date of Patent: January 30, 2024
    Assignee: PROTECT3D, INC.
    Inventors: Clark Harrison Bulleit, Kevin Andrew Gehsmann, Timothy John Skapek
  • Patent number: 11832710
    Abstract: A storage case for holding artificial lash extensions includes a storage base. The storage base includes a first outer sidewall having first curved surface, and a first plurality of indentations extending inward from the first curved surface of the first outer sidewall. Each indentation of the first plurality of indentations is substantially flat and extends inward from the first curved surface. Each indentation of the first plurality of indentations is designed to house an artificial lash extension of the artificial lash extensions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2022
    Date of Patent: December 5, 2023
    Assignee: Lashify, Inc.
    Inventor: Sahara Lotti
  • Patent number: 11787071
    Abstract: A device for ensuring safe operation of a robot used for cosmetics applications, including the retrofitting of robots not originally design for such applications. The robot is used for the automatic placement of eyelash extensions onto the natural eyelashes of a subject. In some embodiments, a safety barrier is provided by a physical barrier or light curtain. In the invention, the robot uses an end effector which is configured to extend through the safety barrier and includes a release mechanism configured to readily release from the robot upon contacting the human subject, thereby preventing injury.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 17, 2019
    Date of Patent: October 17, 2023
    Assignee: WINK ROBOTICS
    Inventors: Kurt Amundson, Mike Hughes, Nathan Harding
  • Patent number: 11751664
    Abstract: A stencil suitable for the application of a wing (V) of eyeliner at the outer corner of an eye, that includes a planar main body having a first and a second opposing front faces, a lateral edge portion including a positioning edge, wherein the positioning edge includes a notch defining a receiving space for the eyeliner, the notch including a first segment having a first end connected to the positioning edge and a second opposite end, the positioning edge is configured to be placed parallel to the midline of the face, and the first segment forms, with the positioning edge, an angle ? of between 95° and 145°.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 16, 2019
    Date of Patent: September 12, 2023
    Assignee: L'OREAL
    Inventor: Bertrand Givord
  • Patent number: 11647802
    Abstract: A case includes a lit, a gasket, and a body coupled to the lid such that the body and the lid define a window and such that the gasket is positioned between the lid and body. The window is configured to enable a lash extension having a base and a plurality of hairs that extend out the window as the gasket resiliently contacts the base or the hairs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 2019
    Date of Patent: May 16, 2023
    Assignee: Lashify, Inc.
    Inventor: Sahara Lotti
  • Patent number: 11432608
    Abstract: An artificial lash extension system includes lash extensions designed for an application under a natural lash. First lash extensions designed for an application at an underside of a natural lash each include first artificial hairs and a first base from which the first artificial hairs protrude, wherein the first base includes a top side designed to attach to the underside of the natural lash. Second lash extensions designed for an application under the first plurality of lashes each include second artificial hairs, and a second base from which the second artificial hairs protrude, wherein the second base includes a top side designed to attach to at least part of a bottom side of one or more of the first lash extensions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 1, 2020
    Date of Patent: September 6, 2022
    Assignee: Lashify, Inc.
    Inventor: Sahara Lotti
  • Patent number: 11337502
    Abstract: A multifunctional grooming template and stencil designed to be an all-in-one tool used to assist the user in cutting, trimming, shaping and drawing of the eyebrows, hairline, mustache, sideburns, beard and goatee facial patterns provided on the template. The design allows for simplistic shaping of each facial feature by allowing minimal adjustments for each section while the template is overlaid on the face and head. Straps are adjustable, elastic and removable so they can be removed at the user's discretion and fit all size heads and faces in various orientations. This feature enables hands free options. Slots are placed so that the invention can be mounted to the face and head in various orientations using the straps. A wide variety of shapes and curves comprise the template to maximize grooming by allowing the user to fill in, trim or cut the pattern of their choice with ease and consistency.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 20, 2019
    Date of Patent: May 24, 2022
    Inventor: Linton Lilly, Jr.
  • Patent number: 11330891
    Abstract: A kit for applying makeup includes a tool having a handle and an eyecup attached to the handle. A plurality of guide attachments are configured to releasably engage the eyecup, each defining a different contoured edge. A method of applying makeup includes selecting a guide attachment based upon a contoured edge of the guide attachment, engaging the guide attachment with an eyecup of a tool, positioning the tool relative to a first eye such that the contoured edge of the guide attachment is positioned adjacent to a crease of an eye socket between a top of an eyelid and a bottom of a brow bone of the first eye, and applying makeup to the first eye following the contoured edge of the guide attachment such that the makeup is applied to the first eye as an arc shaped similar to the contoured edge of the guide attachment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 8, 2017
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2022
    Assignee: Beautifoles LLC
    Inventor: Brittney Foley
  • Patent number: 11191339
    Abstract: The present invention relates to an assembly including at least one cosmetic composition for the cosmetic treatment of eyelashes or eyebrows, and a device including a mould having two mould parts to be closed on the eyelashes, with at least one of these parts having a concave groove, which is concave towards the proximal edge of the mould, especially curvilinear, allowing the formation of a strip of composition connecting at least part of the eyelashes along the eyelid or the eyebrow arch.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 21, 2016
    Date of Patent: December 7, 2021
    Assignee: L'OREAL
    Inventors: Franck Giron, Henri Samain, Jean-Baptiste Blanc, Anne Bouchara
  • Patent number: 11191340
    Abstract: Process for making up an area of human keratin materials using a makeup device having a transfer surface and a coat of at least one cosmetic colouring ink borne by the transfer surface and obtained by printing using at least one digital printer, the colouring ink being intended to be applied to the keratin materials. The process includes the following steps: forming a base coating by applying at least one cosmetic composition comprising an oil onto the area of the keratin materials to be made up, and producing a pattern on the area of the keratin materials by placing the coat of cosmetic ink in contact with the base coating present on the area to be made up so as to transfer the coat of cosmetic ink onto the keratin materials.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 7, 2021
    Assignee: L'OREAL
    Inventors: Henri Samain, Franck Giron, Chrystéle Gevrey
  • Patent number: 11147355
    Abstract: An embodiment of this invention provides a cosmetic applicator including a drawing unit containing and applying a cosmetic and a cap unit being configured to be detachably coupled to the drawing unit. The cap unit includes a geometry module and is configured to guide the drawing unit during an eye makeup.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 19, 2019
    Date of Patent: October 19, 2021
    Assignee: CTK COSMETICS CO., LTD.
    Inventors: In Yong Chung, Won Geun Go
  • Patent number: 11140935
    Abstract: A method for applying eyelash extensions includes: transporting an eyelash extension bundle to an eyelash extensions applying auxiliary, the eyelash extensions each having an attaching end, a root and a distal end, the eyelash extensions applying auxiliary having an attaching reference point, a first reference line and a second reference line, the first and second reference lines or imaginary extension lines thereof being joined at the attaching reference point; the attaching ends of the eyelash extensions being located right at the attaching reference point after the transportation; aligning two of the eyelash extensions in the eyelash extension bundle with the first and second reference lines, respectively, with a pair of tweezers; coating the attaching ends of the eyelash extensions with adhesive, and adhering the attaching ends coated with the adhesive to a root of a human eyelash. Thereby, eyelash extension bundles can all have uniform open angles with enhanced applying quality.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 28, 2019
    Date of Patent: October 12, 2021
    Assignee: KARTING BEAUTY COMPANY
    Inventor: Chia-Ling Ho
  • Patent number: 11076682
    Abstract: This invention relates to assemblies, components, and methods for application of cosmetic products. For example, a cosmetic applicator wand in the form of an elongated tool including a region for gripping by a user, an enlarged element optionally including a groove, where the wand can be coupled to an applicator. The assemblies are designed to be easy and comfortable to use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 2019
    Date of Patent: August 3, 2021
    Assignee: GUIDE BEAUTY LLC
    Inventor: Terri Silverberg
  • Patent number: 11044982
    Abstract: Eyebrow templates are disclosed in this application. Eyebrow templates of the inventive subject matter can have a top portion, or both a top portion and a bottom portion. In embodiments with only a top portion, a bottom edge includes contours to facilitate makeup application to a user's eyebrows. Templates can be made from stretchy or flexible materials that include an adhesive to stick them to a user's skin. Guide lines can be included to facilitate application of makeup to the bottom edges of a user's eyebrows, and brush stroke guide lines can also be included to help guide a user's brush strokes when applying makeup.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 26, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 29, 2021
    Inventor: Laura Ritz
  • Patent number: 10912372
    Abstract: Makeup stencils and kits include a pair of stencils. Each stencil of the pair includes a surface defining an outer region. There are on the outer region at least one indicium located about a periphery of the outer region. Each portion of the periphery is dimensioned for application of makeup or contouring. A makeup and contouring system includes providing an image of a face to be used with stencils. Guidelines are determined and areas are located via the guidelines. A face is shaped with contouring and lightening to have Golden Ratio proportions via different points and zones.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 16, 2017
    Date of Patent: February 9, 2021
    Assignee: ANASTASIA BEVERLY HILLS, LLC
    Inventor: Anastasia Soare
  • Patent number: 10638826
    Abstract: Cases can be used to house sets of artificial lashes in a specified arrangement. For example, lash fusions may be placed within multiple predefined indentations in the shape of an eyelid. Applicators can be used to resiliently grasp all of the lash fusions in a set of lash extensions, and then simultaneously apply the entire set of lash extensions directly to the underside of the natural lashes. An applicator includes opposed arms that are connected to one another at an inner end designed to be gripped by an individual. The applicator can also include an outer end having a concave shape that is contoured to be substantially flush with the convex shape of the lash line and the predefined indentations of a case that includes the set of lash extensions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 1, 2018
    Date of Patent: May 5, 2020
    Assignee: Lashify, Inc.
    Inventor: Sahara Lotti
  • Patent number: 10398212
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to tools, kits, and methods for adjusting artificial eyelashes. The tool includes a body portion, a flange coupled to the body portion, and a plurality of indicia on the flange for measuring a lateral length of an individual's eyelashes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 20, 2015
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2019
    Assignee: Kiss Nail Products, Inc.
    Inventor: Ki Chul Ahn
  • Patent number: 10264869
    Abstract: A device (1) for dispensing artificial eyelashes, including a housing (10) provided with a dispensing opening (11), a carrying strip (30) onto which a plurality of artificial eyelash units (40) are attached, and a movement mechanism capable of being actuated to cause the strip to move (30) in order to convey the artificial eyelash units (40) toward the dispensing opening (11) and enable the artificial eyelash units (40) to exit through the dispensing opening (11). The carrier strip movement mechanism has a spool (21) that is rotatably mounted relative to the housing (10). The winding of the carrier strip (30) around the spool (21) causes the movement of the carrier strip (30). The carrier strip movement mechanism has an actuating member (23) for rotating the spool (21), allowing the carrier strip (30) to be wound around the spool (21). The housing (10) has an opening (12) and the actuating member (23) has a scroll wheel which can be moved via the opening (12).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 2017
    Date of Patent: April 23, 2019
    Assignee: ALBEA SERVICES
    Inventors: Boris Brouillet, Osvaldo Uresti
  • Patent number: 10149506
    Abstract: A false eyelash system comprised of upper and lower eyelash assemblies, each including a magnetic and/or metallic element, the assemblies are frictionally secured through magnetic attraction to the wearer's natural eyelash which is sandwiched therebetween.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 28, 2018
    Date of Patent: December 11, 2018
    Assignee: ONE TWO COSMETICS, LLC
    Inventor: Katy Stoka
  • Patent number: 10111513
    Abstract: An eyeliner guide and method of applying eyeliner that allows a user to steadily and neatly apply eyeliner is disclosed. The eyeliner guide includes a handle portion, a neck member and eyelid contact member. The eyelid contact member may be removably attached to the handle, and may be angularly adjustable in clockwise or counterclockwise fashion. In use, the eyelid contact member is placed against a user's eyelid, and eyeliner may be applied to a user's eyelid by tracing along the curved head of the eyelid contact member to form a straight, neat makeup line.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 20, 2015
    Date of Patent: October 30, 2018
    Inventors: Theresa Virginia Rhoades, Harold Freddie Johnson
  • Patent number: 10029843
    Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus for dispensing false eyelashes. The apparatus includes a dispensable tape, the tape being loaded with false eyelashes, and the eyelashes being delivered to a user's eyelashes by advancing them forward on the tape. The apparatus further includes an upper and lower clamping mechanism, designed to assist the user, by clamping down on dispensed eyelashes, facilitating more accurate application of the false eyelashes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 24, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 24, 2018
    Assignee: ELC Management LLC
    Inventor: Yeon Jung Roh
  • Patent number: 9955772
    Abstract: The invention relates to a device (1) for dispensing artificial eyelashes, comprising a housing (10) equipped with a dispensing opening (11), a carrier strip (30) to which a plurality of artificial eyelashes (41) are fixed, and a movement mechanism capable of being actuated to cause movement of the strip (30) in order to convey the artificial eyelashes (41) towards the dispensing opening (11) and to allow the artificial eyelashes (41) to exit through the dispensing opening (11).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 20, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 1, 2018
    Assignee: ALBEA SERVICES
    Inventors: Yann Crapet, Osvaldo Uresti
  • Patent number: 9913506
    Abstract: False eyelash apparatus and methods for applying false eyelashes. A false eyelash holder for holding a false eyelash has a support member for supporting the false eyelash and is adjustable to cause inversion of the false eyelash from a convex shape to a substantially concave shape. An inverter-loader device is configured to receive the holder and operable to adjust the holder to cause the false eyelash inversion. An applicator for applying an inverted false eyelash to an eyelid may have a unitary structure or may be a clamp for gripping the inverted false eyelashes. The applicator is operable to carry the inverted false eyelash for allowing the applicator to roll the false eyelash lengthways onto an eyelid and allowing the rolling false eyelash to release from the applicator. The applicator may be disposable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 17, 2015
    Date of Patent: March 13, 2018
    Inventor: Hal J. Hansen
  • Patent number: 9848662
    Abstract: Described is a system and method for attaching the artificial eyelashes to a tape strip. The system includes an elongated tape strip having at least one surface with an adhesive and having opposing edges that run along a length of the elongated tape strip. A plurality of artificial eyelashes having lash ends are attached with the at least one surface along the length of the elongated tape strip. Further, each of the plurality of artificial eyelashes have physical characteristics such that at least two of the plurality of artificial eyelashes have physical characteristics that are different than one another.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 3, 2016
    Date of Patent: December 26, 2017
    Inventor: Daniel Phu Dinh
  • Patent number: 9833028
    Abstract: A speed eyelash extender comprising: a pad detaching and attaching part attached to or detached from a first finishing projection and a first seating pad at one side of a first supporting part and attached to or detached from a second finishing projection and a second seating pad at one side of a second supporting part, such that the first seating pad and the second seating pad are attached to or detached from the first supporting part and the second supporting part. Further, the speed eyelash extender according to the present invention further comprises: a first hook formed in the first finishing step at the other side of the first supporting part, a second hook formed in the second finishing step at the other side of the second supporting part, and a detaching and attaching hook attached to and detached from the first hook or the second hook and connected to a connection string.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 26, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 5, 2017
    Assignee: ISISWIG CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Mi Hee Jang, Deuk Jung Gang
  • Patent number: 9609937
    Abstract: The invention provides a tool and method of use thereof for preventing the inadvertent transfer of mascara or other eyelash substance to the eye lid during application of the mascara or substance to the eyelashes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 7, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 4, 2017
    Inventor: Debra August King
  • Patent number: 9474353
    Abstract: Applicator (1) for applying a product to the eyelashes, comprising a core (7), comprising two arms that are twisted together along at least part of their length, the core successively holding by clamping a first applicator member (5), produced in one piece and having a plurality of applicator elements, and a second applicator member (6) comprising a plurality of bristles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 6, 2011
    Date of Patent: October 25, 2016
    Assignee: L'OREAL
    Inventor: Michel Fontaine
  • Patent number: 9277777
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is an attaching device for extension eyelashes adapted to attach false eyelashes to natural eyelashes by overlapping the false eyelashes containing an adhesive with the natural eyelashes and applying heat to the adhesive. The device includes a body defining a space therein and shaped to be held by a hand. A support is formed on an end of the body to support the false eyelashes. An inner grip is shaped to surround the support, and grips the natural eyelashes and the false eyelashes. An outer grip is shaped to surround the inner grip, further grips the natural eyelashes and the false eyelashes that are gripped by the inner grip, and applies heat to the adhesive contained in the false eyelashes. A manipulating portion is slidably coupled to an exterior of the body and moved to sequentially operate the inner grip and the outer grip.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 8, 2016
    Assignee: UNIST ACADEMY-INDUSTRY RESEARCH CORPORATION
    Inventors: Myun-Woo Lee, A. B. Radjiyeb, Hyung-Cheol Min, Ji-Yoon Han, Do-Young Kim
  • Publication number: 20150128986
    Abstract: A mechanism for positioning an eye lash of a patient includes a lift member and a base member coupled together with a sectioner. The lift member may be attached to a patient above the patient's eye lash line and serves to lift the patient's eye lashes. The sectioner is placed between the eye lashes of the user and the base member is used to secure a position of the sectioner. The sectioner may include adhesive which allows the base member to be secured in a desired location. When the sectioner is positioned and the lift member and base member are in position, selected eye lashes of the patient may be spread out, allowing the patient to receive a fake eye lash or have other work performed with respect to his or her eyelash.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 12, 2013
    Publication date: May 14, 2015
    Inventor: Heather Stookey
  • Publication number: 20150114420
    Abstract: An adjustable eyebrow template has at least a first template and a second template. Each of the templates has a cut out that is shaped substantially like an eyebrow. By sliding the second template within at least one slot present on the first template, the shape of the cutout can be modified via overlaying of the templates. The modified eyebrow shape can then be colored, stenciled, etc. If desired, excess hair can then be removed from the eyebrow by a variety of common hair removal techniques. Additionally, there is a method for using the adjustable eyebrow template as to enable an individual to easily create symmetrical eyebrow shapes and colors on a recipient. This method can be performed by a sole individual or with the help of another. An eyebrow template kit may have a number of templates, a coloring agent, and a brush for application of the coloring agent.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 28, 2014
    Publication date: April 30, 2015
    Inventor: RAMY GAFNI
  • Patent number: 9004076
    Abstract: A method of sectioning eyelashes into zones is disclosed. A method of sectioning eyelashes into zones comprises dividing a surface of an eyelid into zones and applying extension lashes to natural lashes within the zones. Zones can comprise an inner zone, a mid-zone and an outer zone. Furthermore, at least a portion of extension lashes within inner zone can have a first length, while the extension lashes within middle zone and outer zone can have a second and third length, respectively.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 10, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 14, 2015
    Inventor: Jessica Le
  • Patent number: 8997757
    Abstract: An eyebrow shaping method includes providing an image of a face. Three guidelines are determined on the image and thee points are located via the guidelines. An eyebrow is shaped to have Golden Ration proportions via the three points.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 15, 2013
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2015
    Inventor: Anastasia Soare
  • Patent number: 8967158
    Abstract: An artificial eyelash 100 for increasing a length of an eyelash 50 is disclosed. The artificial eyelash 100 disclosed herein includes an artificial eyelash main body 10 and an annular member 20 for coupling the artificial eyelash main body 10 and the eyelash 50. The annular member 20 is formed of a shrinkable material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 2, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 3, 2015
    Assignee: Matsukaze Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Masahiko Sanbonmatsu
  • Patent number: 8939159
    Abstract: This invention comprises apparatus for assisting in the application of eyeliner. A handle connects to a shaped member, such as a metal rod, which comprises a guide portion for abutting against a user's eyelid. Users may apply eyeliner by drawing an eyeliner applicator along a side of the guide portion. The guide portion may optionally end in a wing, allowing users to draw eyeliner “wings”. A nose bridge may be situated between the guide portion and the handle, allowing the apparatus to be positioned across a user's nose. The handle may comprise a smudger with which a user may smudge eyeliner after it has been applied.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 26, 2013
    Date of Patent: January 27, 2015
    Assignee: Sultria Cosmetics Inc.
    Inventors: Yasiv Martin Rafaela Yeo, Marilyn Jean Yeo, Ivania Maria Marin Morales
  • Publication number: 20150020840
    Abstract: An applicator for use with an eyelash extension system that has a backbone and a backbone surface configured to be joined with a closure surface. A plurality of eyelash extensions are attached to the backbone. The applicator includes a frame having a first end and a second end spaced laterally from the first end, a rail attached to the frame and extending laterally between the first and second ends, and a cam. The cam has a cam surface configured to contact the backbone of the eyelash extension system to urge the backbone to come into contact with the closure as the cam is moved laterally along the rail.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 6, 2014
    Publication date: January 22, 2015
    Inventors: Thomas Elliot RABE, Peter Jonathan WYATT, Keri Marsh ARINSMIER, Matthew Clair EHRMAN, Nancy Taylor DEMPSEY, Megan Mai MORYS, Robert Scadding MOIR, Peter Paul BEENTJE, Kate REEVES
  • Patent number: 8881740
    Abstract: A novel gauging device and associated stencils for shaping of eyebrows according to a Golden Ratio standard. The gauging device is adapted to be placed over a woman's face and maintained in a fixed position relative to her eyes and nose. A nosepiece and knobs are adjusted such that a lower end of a guide rod may be rotated about various points relative to the nose and held in predetermined angles relative to the nose and eyes, possibly supported magnetically on a lower track adjacent the nostrils and an upper track above the eyebrows. Each stencil may be adapted to accommodate not only different eyebrows of different sizes, but also to adjust the eyebrow's ideal Golden Ratio “High Point” to complement facial proportions (preferably represented by a single Facial Ratio Value or “FRV”) that deviate from an ideal Golden Ratio.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 3, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 11, 2014
    Inventor: Anastasia Soare
  • Patent number: 8881744
    Abstract: A lash holder having a U-shaped sheet comprising of a curved top part and a bottom part fixed at a designated place; the curved top part is intended for setting at least one strip with numerous lashes for increasing, enlarging and separating the space between the top of the lashes, so that it is easy for the user to take off individual lashes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 11, 2014
    Inventor: Lin Shu-Hui McKinstry
  • Patent number: 8875718
    Abstract: A method for multi-layered eyelash painting is described. The method is directed to fastening a user's eyelashes against the user's face and then painting one layer of eyelashes at a time in a multi-layered approach. The eyelash paint is applied to the user's eyelashes one layer at a time such that eyelash paint is applied to a first layer of eyelashes and, thereafter, eyelash paint is applied to a second layer of eyelashes, thereby providing a user with eyelashes having eyelash paint attached thereto.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 17, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 4, 2014
    Inventor: Daniel Phu Dinh
  • Publication number: 20140314463
    Abstract: The subject of the invention is a novel form of mascara in powder form. It comprises at least a first polymer whose melting point is between 35° C. and 70° C., and a second polymer with a melting point of between 80° C. and 150° C. The first polymer may be chosen from vinylpyrrolidone copolymers, and polyalkylene glycols. The second polymer may be chosen from polybutenes, preferably with an average molecular weight of between 300 and 2500 g/mol, and polyvinylpyrrolidones, preferably with an average molecular weight of between 10 000 and 100 000 g/mol. The mascara in powder form is taken up in the desired amount and is then heated before application or at the time of application to the keratin fibers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 7, 2012
    Publication date: October 23, 2014
    Applicant: LVMH RECHERCHE
    Inventors: Jean-François R. Tranchant, Emilie J. Gombart
  • Publication number: 20140251359
    Abstract: An ergonomic eyelash curler, cosmetic applicator, container, and mascara remover compromising of a grip type device with anatomical features and a fixed ellipsoid curvature tongue at one end. The tongue and grip are shaped to fit the anatomy of the hand to allow free movement of the thumb and index fingers. This device has an ergonomic design that optimizes human wellbeing and overall hand coordination allowing the user to apply precise and natural motion when beautifying and maintaining the eyelashes. The thumb's tactile sense allows the user to apply measured pressure on the eyelash against the curling edge to provide a prolonged and continuous curvature of the eyelash. The thumb and index finger tactile sense allows the user to effectively remove mascara from the eyelash without irritating the eye area. Multiple eyelash beautifying and maintenance functions can be performed with this invention including mascara application.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 11, 2013
    Publication date: September 11, 2014
    Inventors: Eukeni Urrechaga, Lizette Urrechaga
  • Patent number: 8826919
    Abstract: Described is a method for grouping eyelashes and applying eyelash extensions based on the eyelash groupings. The method includes an act of forming an eyelash group, the eyelash group including a plurality of actual eyelashes that are adhered together to form the eyelash group. An eyelash is separated from the eyelash group using tweezers or another similar item. Thereafter, an eyelash extension is adhered to the eyelash that is separated from the eyelash group, thereby providing a user with an eyelash group and an eyelash extension applied to an actual eyelash. The process can be repeated for any desired amount of remaining ungrouped eyelashes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 17, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 9, 2014
    Inventor: Daniel Phu Dinh
  • Patent number: 8752562
    Abstract: Eyelash extensions and a method for applying the same are described. The eyelash extensions comprise a first filament having both a proximal end and a distal portion with a distal end. The method for applying the eyelash extensions comprises acts of fastening the user's eyelashes against the user's face and attaching multiple layers of eyelash extensions (the proximal end) to the user's eyelashes. Each of the multiple layers is applied one layer at a time, thereby providing a user with eyelashes having eyelash extensions attached thereto.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 2, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 17, 2014
    Inventor: Daniel Phu Dinh
  • Patent number: 8752560
    Abstract: An eyelash spoon (1) and a method for applying mascara to the eyelashes (19) on an eyelid (9) permit an easy and effective application of mascara to the eyelashes (19). The eyelash spoon (1) includes a dish-type body (3) with cut-out sections (11a, 11b) matching the shape of the eye. The convex exterior of the dish-type body (3) serves as a bearing surface for the eyelash brush. A handle for holding the eyelash spoon (1) can be attached permanently or in a detachable manner to the shell (3).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 23, 2007
    Date of Patent: June 17, 2014
    Inventor: Violeta Salicunaj
  • Publication number: 20140116460
    Abstract: A adhesive holding system comprises: a fixed component set in a destined place and a reservoir pedestal having a reservoir well for filling adhesive; it is characterized thereby: at the top of the reservoir well where there is at least one groove; because of the notch, it is easy for user to remove excess adhesive after coating lashes with adhesive. A second and smaller reservoir disk which has a narrower well surface area which prevents the adhesive coming in contact with natural air and atmosphere, therefore eliminating unnecessary waste of adhesive filling, reducing excessive evaporation of the adhesive and resulting in material and quality preservation of adhesive within the reservoir disk. Air flow into the reservoir disk is actually minimized, therefore the reservoir disk will hold the adhesive inside of the disk reservoir without allowing the adhesive to spill out thus promoting safety and eliminating potential safety hazards.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 28, 2012
    Publication date: May 1, 2014
    Inventor: Lin Shu-Hui MCKINSTRY
  • Publication number: 20140116459
    Abstract: A lash holder having a U-shaped sheet comprising of a curved top part and a bottom part fixed at a designated place; the curved top part is intended for setting at least one strip with numerous lashes for increasing, enlarging and separating the space between the top of the lashes, so that it is easy for the user to take off individual lashes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2012
    Publication date: May 1, 2014
    Inventor: LIN SHU-HUI MCKINSTRY
  • Publication number: 20140109928
    Abstract: An ergonomic groomer is provided for use with a human integument. The groomer comprises a handle portion and a head portion wherein the longitudinal axis of the head portion is positioned or can be rotatably positioned with respect to the longitudinal axis of the handle. The handle being suitably dimensioned for holding between the thumb and fingers without rotation of the handle. The head portion having at its distal end means for optionally holding a charge of cosmetic composition and transferring it to the eyelashes or another integument on contact therewith, such as but not limited to bristles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 18, 2013
    Publication date: April 24, 2014
    Applicant: Avon Products, Inc.
    Inventor: Marisol Simard
  • Patent number: 8701685
    Abstract: An eyelash extension system includes an extension strip with a backing and a plurality of eyelash extensions. Each extension has a proximal end and a distal end. The proximal end of each extension is joined to the backing and distal end of each extension extends away from the backing. The system also includes an extension tray with at least one curved extension attachment surface to receive the extension strip such that adhering the extension strip to the curved extension attachment surface spreads the distal ends of the extensions farther apart than the proximal ends of the extensions joined to the backing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 22, 2014
    Assignee: Zachary Chipman
    Inventor: Zachary Chipman
  • Publication number: 20140083447
    Abstract: An applicator for use with an eyelash extension system that has a backbone and a backbone surface configured to be joined with a closure surface. A plurality of eyelash extensions are attached to the backbone. The applicator includes a frame having a first end and a second end spaced laterally from the first end, a rail attached to the frame and extending laterally between the first and second ends, and a cam. The cam has a cam surface configured to contact the backbone of the eyelash extension system to urge the backbone to come into contact with the closure as the cam is moved laterally along the rail.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 2, 2013
    Publication date: March 27, 2014
    Applicant: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Thomas Elliot RABE, Peter Jonathan WYATT, Keri Marsh ARINSMIER, Matthew Clair EHRMAN, Nancy Taylor DEMPSEY, Megan Mai MORYS, Robert Scadding MOIR, Peter Paul BEENTJE, Kate (NMN) REEVES
  • Publication number: 20140056636
    Abstract: A device for applying a cosmetic composition to keratinous fibers, for example the hair, the eyelashes, or the eyebrows, the device including: a support; and teeth that extend from the support; at least one tooth, or at least half of the teeth, including a longitudinal through slot that extends over a major fraction of the length of the tooth, the slot not opening out at a free end of the tooth, remote from the support.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 15, 2013
    Publication date: February 27, 2014
    Applicant: L'OREAL
    Inventor: Jean-Louis GUERET
  • Patent number: 8657170
    Abstract: The invention is an apparatus that dispenses false eyelashes. The apparatus uses tape attached to the false eyelashes spun about a cylinder that the eyelashes spin off to a point at the front of the apparatus where the false eyelashes separate from the tape and the tape then rolls on to a second cylinder. In one embodiment, the apparatus's casing may be separated and the cylinders removed so new ones can be added to replace the old.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 24, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 25, 2014
    Inventor: Lynda Martinez