Abstract: A container includes a lid, a frame, and a mirror. The lid includes two external ridges and at least one intermediate ridge formed on a face thereof. The intermediate ridge is located between and in parallel to the external ridges. A height of the intermediate ridge is smaller than a height of the external ridges. The frame includes fins extending from a face thereof. The fins are in parallel to one another. During attachment of the frame to the lid, the fins are slidable on the intermediate and external ridges to render movement of the frame on the lid smooth like swinging of a pendulum. The mirror is attached to an opposite face of the frame.

Abstract: A sealable container for a volatile composition for use in a compact case, having a container having an upper rim and outer thread segments, a compact cover having an annular wall having inner thread segments, and an annular seal disposed between the upper rim of the container and a cover plate of the compact cover. The annular seal has a seal plate having an upper surface, and a seat seal ring that registers with the seal plate and engages the upper rim of the container when the compact covers the container. The seal plate includes a means for preventing the rotative force applied to the upper surface of the seal plate when rotating the compact cover to the second rotated position, to be downward onto the seat seal ring, to prevent tearing, bunching and deforming of the seat seal ring.

Abstract: A cosmetic case is provided. The cosmetic case includes: a first casing having a first container; a second casing which is connected with the first casing in a sliding manner, opens and closes the first container, and has a second container; and a third casing which is connected with the second casing, and opens and closes the second container, wherein, when the first container is open by sliding the second casing with respect to the first casing, the third casing is lifted at the same time, thereby opening the second container.

Abstract: A mirror device includes a base portion having a top surface, a bottom surface, a first end, and a second end, the first end having a raised edge perpendicular to the top surface, the second end having a raised edge perpendicular to the top surface and having a curved portion extending therefrom, the base portion having a plurality of grooves parallel with the first and second ends, a connector portion coupled to the base portion, the first end of the connector portion coupled to the curved portion such that the connector portion may rotate about the base portion, and a mirror coupled to the second end of the connector portion, the mirror having a connection means horizontally disposed along the back portion thereof, the second end of the connector portion coupled to the connection means such that the mirror may rotate about the second end of the connector portion.

Abstract: The compact comprises a base, a cover, a frame in the base and a tray that has a first tray section and an opposed second tray section. The cover and frame are pivotably mounted on the base. The tray is rotatably mounted in the frame and is rotatable relative to the base so that either the first tray section of the tray or the second tray section of the tray faces away from or towards the base. Each tray section has at least one compartment retain one or more cosmetic compositions typically contained in a thin-walled metal pan (godet).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a makeup compact comprising: a base; a cosmetic and/or an applicator contained in the base; a support connected to the base via a hinge; a lid that turns relative to the support; and a mirror carried by the lid, the lid turning relative to the support in such a manner as to be able to pass from a first configuration to a second configuration and vice versa, after the lid has turned relative to the support, with turning being performed in a single plane, and other than about an axis of rotation that intersects the axis of rotation of the hinge.

Abstract: A versatile, convenient-to-use, unitary, cosmetic compact of increased stability, comprising a base, a hinged cover capable of rotating with respect to the base and an article carrier that is capable of translation and rotation with respect to the base, via a selective rotation mechanism. The combination of a decoupled motion of the article carrier with respect to the base and the fact that the cover and article carrier move independently, creates a versatile, tri-fold compact that may be held in the hand similar to a bi-fold compact or placed on a surface in various useful configurations, including lying flat, extended base and stable A-frame configurations. The compact has an elegant, playful feel, while being versatile, stable, simple and inexpensive to manufacture.

Abstract: The present invention provides a device for applying a substance, the device comprising:

Abstract: A compact for cosmetics, including a base for holding cosmetic material and a cover hingedly connected to the base in clamshell fashion, with a window formed in one portion of the cover for viewing the cosmetic material, and a first inwardly facing mirror mounted in another portion of the cover so as not to block the window, wherein a second mirror is mounted in the cover for movement between a retracted position underlying the first mirror and an extended position in which the second mirror blocks the window and faces inwardly.

Abstract: A cosmetic product may include a base formed at least partially of foam and a cover also formed at least partially of foam. A hinge may connect the base and the cover, and the hinge may also be formed of foam. At least one recess may be formed in the base, the recess for surrounding and containing a cosmetic composition. Portions of the foam may be covered with a fabric, facsimile of fabric, animal skin, or imitation animal skin.

Abstract: The compact (1) comprises a lid (2), a hollow base (3) typically comprising, using an intermediate grid (4), a recipient (5), a hinge (7) and a clasp (8), “upper” sealing means attached to said lid and “lower” sealing means attached to said base, said sealing means co-operating when said compact is closed, and is characterised in that: a) each of the “upper” and “lower” sealing means comprises a typically vertical skirt, referred to as “upper” (20) or “lower” (40) respectively, b) said tight co-operation is a tangential connection of said “upper” (20) and “lower” (40) skirts, with an angle &agr; between 45° and 90°, c) at least one of said “upper” or “lower” skirts is a flexible skirt (8, 28, 48), d) masking means (21, 41), typically rigid and attached to said compact, surround at least one of said skirts.

Abstract: A compact for holding cosmetic material, having a transparent cover with a mirror initially separate from the lid to enable viewing of the contents at the point of purchase, the mirror being mountable in the cover by a user after purchase and having a decorative back visible through the transparent cover when the mirror is mounted in the cover.

Abstract: A unitary assembly that clusters a mirror, a lipstick and a cosmetic pencil, making it possible to store these items as a unit in a purse so that they are readily accessible to a user. The assembly is provided with a rectangular plastic frame on whose front face is supported the mirror. Projecting from the rear of the frame are end jaws adjacent opposite sides of the frame and an intermediate jaw between the end jaws. One end jaw in conjunction with the intermediate jaw acts as a flexible clip to clamp the lipstick to the frame. The other end jaw in conjunction with the intermediate jaw acts as a flexible clip to clamp the cosmetic pencil to the frame. The end jaws also function as a handle for the mirror so that as the user holds the mirror with one hand, and looks into it she can with her other hand grasping the lipstick or the cosmetic pencil, then apply color to her lips.

Abstract: A box for cosmetic products has a bottom (5) adapted to receive at least one cosmetic product, a cover (1) articulated on the bottom (5) and provided with a mirror (2) on its internal surface, as well as protective masks interposed between the bottom (5) and the cover (1) to protect the mirror (2). The masks are constituted by two flaps (6) symmetrical relative to a plane perpendicular to the axis of articulation of the cover (1) on the box (5). Each of the flaps (6) is able to pivot about an axis adjacent its end adjacent the axis of articulation and substantially orthogonal to the latter. The flaps (6) are arranged to pivot away from each other in the course of opening the cover (1) and to pivot toward each other in the course of closing the cover (1).

Abstract: A casing (100) of the make-up compact-type includes a bottom (101) and a lid (102), the compact bottom (105, 106) receiving in a detachable manner a refill (1) of a product (P) to be packaged. For this purpose, it has at least one arm (105, 106) having a free end (1050, 1060), the arm or arms delimiting, together with the bottom, a cutout (107) in a shape complementary to the shape of the refill (1). A mouth (130) of the cut out 107 is delimited, at least partly, by the free end of the arm or arms. The arm or arms deflect by elastic deformation to allow the refill (1) to be introduced into the cutout (107) through the mouth (130), and close again on the refill (1) so as to hold it tight over at least a portion of its peripheral edge and to hold it in position in the compact (100).

Abstract: The invention is a hermetically sealed compact. The compact has a base with a compartment having an open end and a cover pivotably connected to the base so that the cover is movable from an open position to a closed position with respect to the base. A tray is slidably disposed within the compartment in the base for limited vertical movement and the tray has a peripheral wall with an upper sized and shaped top surface. An operatively associated seal assembly between the cover and the base includes a sealing member such as a sized and shaped gasket is provided to match and mate with the upper sized and shaped top surface of the peripheral wall of the tray to form a hermetic seal therewith when the cover is moved to the closed position. A latch assembly is provided to releasably secure the cover to the base and to move the sealing assembly to form the hermetic seal.

Abstract: A cosmetic system and method is disclosed as comprising a housing having a plurality of apertures for receiving a plurality of cosmetic items, such as lipstick, eye liners, brushes, powders and the like, in one organized and portable holder. The cosmetic system further includes a sharpener for sharpening one or more of the cosmetic tools, such as the pencils/liners and a flip-open mirror for use when applying the cosmetics. The cosmetics and cosmetic tools, mirrors, sharpener and the like are all provided in one convenient storage receptacle or housing which is compact, portable and easily stored in a small area, such as in a purse, travel bag, suitcase, drawer or the like.

Abstract: A cosmetics compact includes a housing for receiving an insert for covering a removable tray contained within the housing. The covering is, preferably, pivotally connected to the housing by way of an articulation. The cover is retained in a closed, preferably, by latches. The latches of the cover are released by a presser element contained, or guided, within the housing which cooperates with the latches of the covering. An insert having a pin is held at its ends by receivers, or depressions, in the housing. The insert is over-reached by a longitudinally-slotted sleeve which is an integral part of the covering. The covering also includes a latching lug which latches into a window of the insert and cooperates with an unlocking surface of a presser element for unlocking, or opening, the cover. The insert holds the tray firmly and also serves to secure the presser element and to lock the cover.

Abstract: A compact for containing material (e.g., cosmetics), having a base and/or a cover constituted of a peripheral frame and a central panel mounted therein for rotation between inwardly and outwardly facing positions. In a base so constituted, the panel is a material-holding tray. In a cover so constituted, at least one side of the panel may bear a mirror.

Abstract: A cylindrical vanity case comprises mainly a case cover, a left case body, a right case body, and a mirror frame. The left case body, the right case body and the mirror frame are pivotally attached so that they can be turned to spread out. The cylindrical vanity case is provided with cellular compartments and slots for keeping therein a variety of cosmetics, such as eye shadow powder, rouge, lipstick, powder cake, eye colorstick, mascara, lip brush, brow brush, etc. The cylindrical vanity case is compact and can be carried easily and conveniently.

Abstract: An insulated cosmetic case which can be attached to the visor of an automobile. The inside of the case contains a mirror and compartments that readily provide access to cosmetics that can be conveniently applied while the user is sitting in the passenger compartment of a car. The case has a first portion that is coupled to a second portion by a hinge, which allows the portions to be moved between a folded position and an unfolded position. Each portion contains a pocket constructed to hold a number of cosmetic items. The case has a hanging strap and dual zippers that can secure the first and second portions of the case in the folded position. The hanging strap has an aperture which can be attached to a hook or other similar structure. The cosmetic case also has a pair of outer straps adapted to attach the case to the visor of an automobile.

Abstract: A compartmentized hairbrush is disclosed having a cavity in the handle for lipstick, a pair of cavities in the body for makeup tools and a third cavity in the body for cosmetic products. The cosmetic products are within an interchangeable cartridge(s) having a groove on the bottom that engages a mating tongue in the body cavity to retain the cartridge(s) in the cavity.

Abstract: A lipstick container includes a lipstick tube having a cover, with the cover including a lid arranged for selective exposure of a mirrored surface below the lid. The invention is further arranged to include at least one mirrored member mounted longitudinally to the exterior surface of the cover. A modification of the invention includes the cover tube side wall mirror having further mirror members hingedly mounted thereto for enhanced viewing during lipstick application.

Abstract: A cosmetic case mirror assembly positioning device includes a mirror frame holder having two spaced lugs raised from one side of an elongate base plate fastened to the top cover of a cosmetic case on the inside, and a mirror frame having two lugs respectively pivoted to either lug on the mirror frame holder and two toothed supports respectively and releasably meshed with the toothed top edge of either lug on the mirror frame holder, and a mirror inserted into a channel on the mirror frame and locked in place by latch pins.

Abstract: A travel compact for housing a cosmetic supply and a mirror, both of which in a storage mode of the compact are encased therein, the supply and the mirror being both exposed in a utility mode whereby the user may then view her face as she applies the cosmetic thereto. The compact includes a small rectangular case having an open front end and a top wall whose front section has an open window therein. Slidable in the case through its open end is a drawer whose top wall includes in its rear section a shallow well having a mirror nested therein, a front section on which is printed identifying indicia and a deeper well intermediate the front and rear sections in which a cosmetic supply is stored. In the storage mode, the drawer is pushed fully within the case, the window in the case being then closed by the front section of the drawer to expose the indicia through the window. In the utility mode, the drawer is pulled out to an extent exposing the cosmetic supply and aligning the mirror with the window.

Abstract: Make-up box comprising a case (1) constructed of two case parts (2,3) articulated one on the other, a mirror (8) being arranged in a first (2) case part and a platform (9) bearing one or more make-up products on one of its faces being arranged in the second (3) case part. The second case part (3) is at least partially transparent and the platform (9) is arranged so as to be movable and rotatable through 180.degree. in the said second case part (3) so as to be able to occupy two positions such that the make-up products supported by the platform may be turned towards the second case part (3) in a first position and turned towards the first case part (2) in the second position.

Abstract: A compact container comprising a tray containing cosmetic and covered by a fine mesh screen, a mirror, and a separate compartment suitable for storing a cosmetic applicator to be used to apply the cosmetic.

Abstract: A facial compact has a storage space which can carry not only cosmetics but also cosmetic related articles or unrelated articles. The facial compact includes a receptacle member having space for accommodating cosmetic material, a cover member connected to the receptacle member at respective rear ends thereof, a recess formed in a lower surface of the cover member and defining therein a storage space, and a plate member movably provided at a lower portion of the cover member and capable of covering the storage space. The cosmetic related articles or the unrelated articles are stored in the storage space by closing the plate member in such a way such that the articles are not visible and may be removed from the storage space by opening the plate member.

Abstract: Disclosed is a spherical vanity case, which is formed of an upper cover, an intermediate unit and a bottom unit. The upper cover has a mirror pivoted thereto to define with the intermediate unit a receiving space for keeping small toiletries. The intermediate unit has a center hole into which a hollow shaft upstanding from the bottom unit is fastened, a plurality of compartments on its top surface for holding dusting powder and rouge cake, and a plurality of bottom slots radially arranged around a circle respectively for receiving a powder make-up case each. Each powder make-up case has a bottom projection respectively movably fastened in a corresponding groove on the top surface of the bottom unit such that relative rotation of the intermediate unit against the bottom unit drives the powder make-up cases to slide in or out of the bottom slots. The hollow shaft of the bottom unit defines therein a space for carrying a lipstick.