Including Mirror Patents (Class 132/316)
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Publication number: 20100083977Abstract: A hair coloring or highlighting application set includes a first strip of material having an adhesive allowing a user to attach the first strip to a section of hair which then hang loose while the user handles the colorant or bleach and brush. The user applies a colorant or bleach to the section of hair and overlays a second strip of material on the first strip of material. The second strip of material may by at least partly transparent and the target color may be applied to one side of the first strip of material to allow the user to easily determine when the hair section has achieved the target color.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 7, 2008Publication date: April 8, 2010Inventors: Lorri Goddard-Clark, Shari Glazer
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Publication number: 20100050352Abstract: A multi-functional hairbrush with storage compartments for grooming, storing and organizing small beauty accessories, the hairbrush having a hollow brush head and main chamber, a brush lid portion attached hingedly to the hollow brush head, a plurality of spring clips mounted removably therewithin. The hairbrush also has a slot chamber positioned underneath the main chamber and a flat comb portion fitting within the slot chamber and inserted removably therewithin. The hairbrush has a hollow, elongated handle portion and an elongated chamber, with handle lid portion attached hingedly to the handle portion. The elongated chamber also as a plurality of spring clips mounted removably therewithin.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 29, 2008Publication date: March 4, 2010Inventor: Mitra M. Deris
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Publication number: 20100018885Abstract: A lipstick mechanism including an internal bed that springs up when opened and retracts when closed, containing a lipstick composition on individual applicators that are disposable after use. Lipstick is for aesthetic purposes and this improved invention is better because it prevents the spread of germs.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 28, 2008Publication date: January 28, 2010Inventor: Mina Houtan
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Publication number: 20090308782Abstract: An attractive implement kit for personal care usage is provided. The kit includes a set of separate personal care implements and a case for securing an protecting the implements. The case includes a compartment having an opening communicating with the inside and a hinged cover for selectively closing the opening. One or more sleeves are mounted in the compartment in pivoting relation so that the sleeves may pivot outward from the compartment. Each of the sleeves includes an aperture into which one of the implements is received. The sleeves may pivot into the compartment and the cover may be closed to enclose the implements inside the case. A mirror is attached to the cover to facilitate use of the implements. The implements are independent when removed from the sleeves and are of high quality.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 28, 2008Publication date: December 17, 2009Inventor: Elizabeth A. Grist
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Publication number: 20090308408Abstract: A device such as a compact or product container includes a plurality of stacked sections or housings, which are pivotable with respect to each other. The sections are substantially aligned with each other when the device is in a closed position, and when pivoted with respect to each other, the device is opened to allow access to compartments or reservoirs of the different sections. According to an example, a lower housing or section can include a projection which is received in a groove formed in the adjacent section and a depth of the groove can change from a first end of the groove to a second end of the groove to thereby change and vary the resistance felt by the user.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 19, 2008Publication date: December 17, 2009Inventors: Mathilde Winckels, David Prague
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Publication number: 20090301511Abstract: A thermally insulated cosmetics carrying case includes a chamber wall having oppositely disposed parallel first and second walls each formed with a refrigerant pack and temperature controlling characteristics. The first and second walls extend between opposed upper and lower ends and opposed first and second sides together bounding a storage compartment, and a closure is formed in the upper end to open and close the upper end with respect to the storage compartment. The refrigerant packs form elongate holding areas in the storage compartment to receive and hold heat-sensitive cosmetics, and which are arranged in parallel rows extending horizontally with respect to the storage compartment from proximate to the first side of the chamber wall to proximate to the second side of the chamber wall.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 9, 2009Publication date: December 10, 2009Inventor: DEBORAH VINCI
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Publication number: 20090293905Abstract: A cosmetic storage and application device is provided. Such device includes a housing member having a plurality of compartments. Such housing member is manufactured from a first predetermined material and has a first predetermined shape and a first predetermined size. Such device further includes an access mechanism for each of such plurality of compartments. Such device further includes a plurality of predetermined cosmetics, each one of such plurality of predetermined cosmetics being housed within a predetermined compartment. Such device also includes a plurality of predetermined cosmetic applicators, each one of such plurality of predetermined cosmetic applicators being housed within a predetermined corresponding cosmetic compartment.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 3, 2008Publication date: December 3, 2009Inventors: Lettie Albert, Rafeea Noorhassan
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Publication number: 20090288677Abstract: A cosmetic container in accordance with the present invention comprises a base, a slide cover, a drawer and a transmission device. The base has a chamber, an opening and a mirror. The chamber is defined in the base. The opening is formed in the base and communicates with the chamber. The mirror is mounted on an upper part of the front. The slide cover is slidably mounted on the front of the base. The drawer is slidably mounted in the chamber of the base and selectively extends out of the chamber through the opening of the base. The transmission device is mounted inside the chamber, connects to the slide cover and the drawer and selectively ejects the drawer out of the base when driven by the slide cover. With the transmission, operating the cosmetic container is simple and convenient.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 20, 2008Publication date: November 26, 2009Inventor: Sin-Hsiung CHEN
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Publication number: 20090272659Abstract: A cosmetic case is provided that includes a frame and a plurality of interleaved, vertically tiered compartments for the storage of cosmetics or other items. The compartments of the plurality are independent and can pivot laterally to an open position. The case is provided with a mirror which can occupy either a storage position or a viewing position. The mirror storage position can be located in the frame or in a compartment, preferably an uppermost compartment that is hinged on a horizontal axis. The case includes a pair of pivot shafts enabling selected compartments to pivot in an opposed lateral direction to an open position so that more than one compartment can be readily opened for concurrent display of their contents.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 19, 2006Publication date: November 5, 2009Inventors: Stephanie A Kaiser, Pamela M. Kaiser
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Publication number: 20090229628Abstract: A personal mirrored compact device which includes a top member having a top surface and a bottom surface, a bottom member having a top surface and a bottom surface, a mirror positioned to or contained within the bottom surface of the top member, at least one receptacle contained within the bottom member, at least one implement contained within the receptacle, and a hinge mechanism connecting the top and bottom members.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 9, 2009Publication date: September 17, 2009Inventors: GinaMarie Slattery, Kris Johnson
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Publication number: 20090229627Abstract: A portable oral hygiene and mouth-cosmetic enhancing apparatus for promoting oral hygiene and enhancing the cosmetic appearance of the teeth of users is disclosed, and the device includes: a thumb or digit positionable elongated member adapted to slideably fit within a casing and to be slideably positioned in a single plane or axis between a first closed position and a second outwardly extended position, having a concealable elongated surface area comprising material having a mirrored or reflective property, sized and shaped to reflect the area of a user's mouth when holding the device at approximately a typical reading distance. The apparatus provides one or more retaining elements which releasably retain one or more teeth-cleaning elements. Embodiments include casing-incorporated electronics such as memory storage or user-controllable electrically powered lighting mounted to direct light at the user's mouth and to optionally provide flashlight-like functionality.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 11, 2008Publication date: September 17, 2009Inventors: Tracy G. Golden, Donald J. Eslick
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Publication number: 20090199865Abstract: A compact mirror floss container configured to dispense floss, comprising a first clam shell member having a mirrored interior surface and a second clam shell member pivotly coupled to the first slam shell member. The second clam shell member includes a receiving mechanism, wherein a floss cartridge is coupled about the receiving mechanism and configured to dispense floss. An attachment member is coupled to one of the first clam shell member and second clam shell member, configured to selectably couple to a receiving member. The container also includes a securing mechanism coupled to one of the first clam shell member and second clam shell member, configured to selectably couple the first clam shell member to the second clam shell member. The container also includes a cutting member configured to cut floss; and a decorative cover, wherein the decorative cover is selectably coupleable to the clam shell members.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 7, 2008Publication date: August 13, 2009Inventor: Charity L. Bish
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Publication number: 20090194126Abstract: A lightweight, portable article for precise application of makeup is placed upon a user's eyelid skin, preferably the bottom eyelid skin, adjacent to the eyelashes. With this placement, a user can readily apply mascara and/or eyeliner without contacting the delicate eyelid skin. The article has a handle portion and an arcuate top portion. The arcuate top portion includes an applicator rim with rounded lateral edges and an arced central section, both of which are covered with the rubber guard. The rubber guard contiguously traverses the entire surface area of the applicator rim, resulting in a device yielding a high degree of safety. The article is formed of a smooth polymeric or metal material. It is compact, easily cleaned and enables application of mascara in a safe, hygienic manner.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 5, 2008Publication date: August 6, 2009Inventor: Michelle L. Cassese
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Publication number: 20090166247Abstract: A personal electronics device of the type such as, but not limited to, cell phones, personal digital assistants, digital camera, and digital electronic games, includes a case having a first compartment and a second compartment. A series of integrated electronic components perform a desired personal electronic function wherein at least a portion of the components are housed in the first compartment. The second compartment defines a selectively accessible storage volume. A cosmetic tray is housed in the accessible storage volume and has at least one form of cosmetic selected from the group of nail polish, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, lip liner, and lip gloss.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 26, 2007Publication date: July 2, 2009Inventor: Isaac Gindi
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Publication number: 20080302383Abstract: The box comprises a body housing a support for carrying a receptacle. The support separates, in the body of the box, an arrangement space for arranging the receptacle from a space for storing at least one accessory. The arrangement space at least partially covers the storage space. Preferably, the support includes at least one orifice for covering at least in part by the receptacle. Said orifice forms an access for a means for separating the receptacle from the support. By way of example, the receptacle is a dish containing makeup.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 20, 2005Publication date: December 11, 2008Applicant: MAISON CALAVASInventor: Diane de Montjamont
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Patent number: 7431161Abstract: A cosmetic carrier attachment for an electronic communications device includes a housing for retaining cosmetics and various configurations and elements for removably attaching the housing to the electronic communications device. One configuration includes a lip member attached to the back of the communications device and a channel contained within the back of the housing for engaging the lip member.Type: GrantFiled: July 1, 2002Date of Patent: October 7, 2008Inventor: Christina Carlino
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Publication number: 20080053473Abstract: A compact hair brush comprises a fixing body, an elastic fixing plate, an elastic means and a cover body. The fixing body is coupled with the cover body which is freely opened and closed by a hinge. The elastic fixing plate on which a plurality of bristles is fixedly disposed is elastically fixed to the fixing body and can be protruded from the fixing body by the elastic means. The elastic fixing plate can be protruded from the fixing body by opening the cover body. When using the hairbrush, the bristles are lined up by only opening the cover body. Therefore, a user can easily use and carry the hairbrush.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 28, 2007Publication date: March 6, 2008Inventor: Chun-Bae Lee
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Patent number: 7044142Abstract: A unit for applying at least one product comprises a container defining a longitudinal axis curved over at least a portion of its length so that at least a portion of the axis defines at least one curve. The container comprises an interior and an opening. The unit further comprises a cap configured to seal the opening, a flexible stem, and an applicator member at an end of the flexible stem. The applicator member is removably arranged in the interior of the container and is accessible via the opening.Type: GrantFiled: April 3, 2002Date of Patent: May 16, 2006Assignee: L'Oréal, S.A.Inventor: Jean-Louis H. Gueret
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Patent number: 6962421Abstract: A folding full length mirror and carry apparatus includes a foldable reflective surface support assembly which includes support panels connected together with panel-interconnection hinges. A non-folded reflective surface assembly is supported by the foldable reflective surface support assembly. Preferably, a handle is connected to the foldable reflective surface support assembly. A shoulder strap can be connected to the foldable reflective surface support assembly. Preferably, a folded condition locking assembly is connected to the foldable reflective surface support assembly for retaining the apparatus in a folded up, carrying condition. With one embodiment of the invention, the non-folded reflective surface assembly includes panel-mounted non-folded reflective surfaces mounted one side of each of the respective support panels.Type: GrantFiled: June 28, 2003Date of Patent: November 8, 2005Inventor: Peter Yang
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Patent number: 6854852Abstract: A dual magnification reversible spot mirror device includes two mirrors having different magnifications, e.g., 5X and 10X, mounted back-to-back in a cylindrical frame ring which has an outer cylindrical wall surface from which protrudes a circumferential annular ring-shaped rib, and a mirror frame holder which has protruding forwardly from a base thereof a plurality of circumferentially spaced apart, longitudinally disposed flange walls which are elastically deformable in a radially outwardly direction from a longitudinal center line perpendicular to the base.Type: GrantFiled: October 31, 2003Date of Patent: February 15, 2005Inventor: Zlatko Zadro
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Patent number: 6830154Abstract: A personal care accessory for carrying cosmetic articles and viewing one's image during their use includes a shallow open top basket which has releasably attached to opposite sides thereof an inverted U-shaped bail-type handle. The vertical segments of the handle are elastically deformable apart to disengage and reattach the handle to the basket. The handle has a straight upper central portion over which is fitted a tubular end portion of a mirror assembly support bracket, the other end of the bracket supporting an inverted U-shaped yoke which holds a mirror. The mirror is rotatable about a yoke pivot axis to a desired inclination angle, and the yoke assembly is orbitable around the handle to position the mirror at a selected polar angle.Type: GrantFiled: November 8, 2002Date of Patent: December 14, 2004Inventor: Zlatko Zadro
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Patent number: 6801371Abstract: The present invention of a multi-functional dressing mirror is applied to a portable case body for containing a plane mirror inside, in addition, the outer covering, a convex mirror made from materials showing the effect of light transmission, can be used to magnify a user's reflection while s/he is staring at the plane mirror. Moreover, the present invention enables the user to directly use either the plane mirror or the convex mirror while the case lid is opened.Type: GrantFiled: March 24, 2003Date of Patent: October 5, 2004Assignee: Homecosy, Inc.Inventor: Tsai-Jung Liu
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Publication number: 20040173235Abstract: This invention provides an improved mirrored lipstick accessory that attaches and detaches easily to various types of lip cosmetic containers, and also provides the user with an aesthetic value and an interchangeable accessory-like quality. This present invention allows the user to view their lips at close range and apply lip cosmetics accurately and conveniently in a single step, wherever the user may be. In the application of lip color, once the invention is slipped onto the lipstick, this invention requires no more steps than is required in merely opening and closing the lipstick container. When the lip cosmetic is all used, the invention can be easily removed and attached to a new lipstick container of the user's choice.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 3, 2003Publication date: September 9, 2004Inventors: Mina Kim, Jenifer Diegel
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Patent number: 6769438Abstract: 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.Type: GrantFiled: April 12, 2002Date of Patent: August 3, 2004Assignee: Henlopen Manufacturing Co., Inc.Inventor: Patrick Fraillon
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Publication number: 20040020509Abstract: A makeup mirror case of approximately the size of the palm of a hand and having a pair of separable case halves joined by a hinge enabling movement of the case halves between a closed attitude and an open attitude. The case halves are the same size and shape. An interior surface of one of the case halves includes a non-magnifying mirror surface and an interior surface of the other of the case halves provides a magnifying mirror surface. The interior surfaces of each of the case halves further includes a surface peripheral to the mirror surfaces and provides plural lamps set flush for directing illumination outwardly. A clasp is set flush with the peripheral surfaces, and in opposition to the hinging means, the clasp maintains the pair of case halves in the closed attitude.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 31, 2002Publication date: February 5, 2004Inventor: Joyce Waisman
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Patent number: 6637963Abstract: A multi-purpose pen-shaped container includes first and second receptacle bodies, an applicator device, an end cap, and a coupling unit. Each receptacle body has an axis, first and second end portions, and a peripheral wall that is disposed to surround the axis so as to define a receiving chamber. The first and second end portions of each receptacle body are formed with a coupling member and a connecting member, respectively. The applicator device has a base portion that engages the connecting member on the first receptacle body. The end cap has a tubular cap wall that cooperates with the base portion of the applicator device to define a receiving space for receiving a cosmetic applicator therein. The coupling unit engages removably the coupling members of the first and second receptacle bodies.Type: GrantFiled: May 22, 2002Date of Patent: October 28, 2003Inventor: Tao-Chen Huang
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Patent number: 6619805Abstract: A condensation free mirror to be used in a shower environment consisting of a mirror substrate and a means for detachably mounting the mirror to a shower wall. The mirror assembly is designed for optimum heat retention in order to provide a condensation free surface after being exposed to the warm shower stream. No internal plumbing, reservoirs, or anti-fog coatings are required to achieve a condensation free surface.Type: GrantFiled: December 10, 1997Date of Patent: September 16, 2003Inventor: Paul F. Roth
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Patent number: 6554001Abstract: A vanity case includes a mirror positioned on a center section, the mirror being pivotal between a storage position and a use position and further includes side panels which fold over the mirror in the storage position.Type: GrantFiled: September 21, 2001Date of Patent: April 29, 2003Assignee: Travel Caddy Inc.Inventor: Donald E. Godshaw
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Publication number: 20030041871Abstract: A makeup mirror apparatus comprises a case body, a case lid, and a rotary shaft rotatably connecting the case body and the case lid. The case body is provided with a cosmetic-material containing area, a brush containing area, and operation buttons. The case lid is provided with a mirror unit, a camera portion, and a memory slot. The mirror unit is constituted such that an LCD panel is stacked on a half mirror. By manipulating the operation button, a sample image is read from a memory card loaded in the memory slot. The read sample image is displayed on the LCD panel and is overlapped with a user's face reflected in the half mirror. Makeup is performed by tracing the sample image.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 5, 2002Publication date: March 6, 2003Applicant: FUJI PHOTO FILM CO., LTD.Inventors: Hiroshi Endo, Yoko Matsumoto
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Publication number: 20020117422Abstract: Methods and systems for organizing cosmetics are disclosed. One cosmetic case system includes a body having a series of compartments that lock cosmetic containers into the compartment for ease of storage and use. The compartments include ridges that aid in locking the cosmetic containers into the compartments. Several of these cosmetic case bodies can be alternatively stacked so that storage capacity is increased. The cosmetic case can include a mirror on a surface of the body. The case can also include a hinged surface for additional storage.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 28, 2001Publication date: August 29, 2002Inventor: Julia T. Karoly
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Patent number: 6422245Abstract: Disclosed herein is a rouge compact. The rouge compact includes a body, which has a frame provided with a central opening and a low, inner step, a hook formed on an upper center portion of the frame, and a first hinge boss formed on a lower portion of the frame. A transparent or translucent rouge pallet contains rouge, and has a trough member partitioned by one or more partition walls and a flange member extended from a circumferential edge of the trough member to be brought into contact with the step of the body. An intermediate plate is provided with a second hinge boss on its one side. A lid covers the rouge pallet, and is formed to be arcuate to form a cosmetic appliance containing space, and has a hook recess formed on an upper portion of the lid to be engaged with the hook, a third hinge boss formed on a lower portion of the lid, and a fourth hinge boss formed on one side of the lid.Type: GrantFiled: July 27, 2001Date of Patent: July 23, 2002Assignees: Motodesign Consulting Inc., Chungin Co., Ltd.Inventor: Min Hoon Song
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Patent number: 6325077Abstract: A contact lens kit or pouch organizer for removably storing a plurality of accessories which are contained in separate containers such as lens solutions, contact lens themselves, a drain catcher and a mirror. The organizer includes a box-like container properly sized to accommodate the shape and size of the contact lens accessories intended to be placed therein. A container closure includes an upper flap intended to fold over an opening leading into the interior of a storage compartment and which closes with a snap fastener on a bottom flap which folds across the bottom of the container and folds upwardly to receive the snap fastener on the upper flap. A mirror carried on the external surface of the container is covered by the bottom flap or the mirror can be mounted on the inside of the bottom flap so as to bear against the outside of the container when the bottom flap is folded.Type: GrantFiled: January 15, 2000Date of Patent: December 4, 2001Inventor: Diane Lark
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Patent number: 6095334Abstract: A dual-face mirror compact case which, in the closed position, is sufficiently small to be carried in a purse, pocket and the like. Disposed longitudinally inside the case is an extendable and retractable yoke with a pivoting, dual-faced mirror assembly attached at its distal end. The mirror assembly is pivotally attached to the yoke so that it may pivot on its transverse axis, allowing the user to easily choose a normal reflective surface or a magnifying reflective surface. A press button is attached to the housing which, when activated, enables the yoke and mirror assembly to automatically extend from the housing via a spring located inside the housing. When the user is done using the mirror surfaces, the mirror assembly is pivoted into a longitudinally aligned position on the yoke and the yoke is forced into a locked, retracted position inside the housing. An optional light is provided on the housing, which can be used to illuminate the used mirror surface and the reflected viewed surface.Type: GrantFiled: December 4, 1998Date of Patent: August 1, 2000Inventors: Ramona M. Belveal, Joyce L. Beilby
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Patent number: 5950640Abstract: A mirrored cosmetic container includes a body portion having a cosmetic well and a top cover hinged to the body portion for covering the well. Interchangeable plain and magnifying mirrors may be mounted in recesses in the inside of the top cover and opening to the bottom side of the body portion. Removable bezel retainers are operable to retain the mirrors in their working positions in their respective recesses. The cosmetic container may have a combination mirror disposed inside the top cover with a magnifying and plain mirror arranged side by side, or one over the other or one inset in the other, for example.Type: GrantFiled: February 21, 1997Date of Patent: September 14, 1999Inventors: Christina M. Duncan, Marie B. Duncan
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Patent number: 5927298Abstract: A shaving device having a body member with an integrally formed cutting head and a permanently or removably attached mirror, whereby a user can view the area being shaved in the mirror. The shaving device may be electric or a straight edge razor.Type: GrantFiled: September 8, 1997Date of Patent: July 27, 1999Assignee: Ecoco, Inc.Inventor: Aaron Tiram
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Patent number: 5924562Abstract: An oral hygiene system is provided which includes a decorative hinged plastic storage case for containing all the components of the oral hygiene system which include a small portable dispensing case with a hinged top with a mirror located on the inside surface of the hinged top, a small illumination device located on the inside portion of the hinged top adjacent to the mirror, a number of saturated mouthwash pads each individually wrapped and contained within the small portable dispensing case, a number of refillable clear zip-lock disposal bags providing a location for disposing of used mouthwash saturated pads when needed.Type: GrantFiled: July 31, 1998Date of Patent: July 20, 1999Inventor: Dorothea A. Barth
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Patent number: 5913317Abstract: A clip-on mirror for a shaving device of the type having a body member with a cutting head at one end, wherein the clip-on mirror includes a mirror, and attachment mechanism for removably attaching the mirror to the shaving device. The shaving device may be electric or a straight edge razor.Type: GrantFiled: June 25, 1997Date of Patent: June 22, 1999Inventor: Aaron Tiram
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Patent number: 5909740Abstract: A protective cap and mirror unit for a cosmetic pencil having a sharpened tip. The unit is molded of plastic to define a small rectangular frame whose rear face is integral with a tubular cap, the entry of which is at the lower end of the frame, a mirror being mounted on the front face of the frame. In the storage mode of the unit, the tip end of the cosmetic pencil is snugly telescoped in the cap. In an active mode, a user holding the pencil in one hand and grasping the unit with the other hand, withdraws the unit from the pencil and then defines with the cosmetic pencil her lips or eyes as she observes at close range her face in the mirror.Type: GrantFiled: August 20, 1998Date of Patent: June 8, 1999Inventor: Morris Sussman
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Patent number: 5906214Abstract: A packaging unit which permits the storage and application of a liquid or pasty product to a base includes at least one reservoir containing the product to be applied and an applicator associated with the reservoir. The applicator includes, on the one end, an application element and, on the other end, a gripping member. The application element of an applicator is capable of being accommodated in an associated reservoir and is detachable from the reservoir. A sealing member is provided between the reservoir and its associated applicator to allow the reservoir to be obturated by the associated applicator for an appropriate positioning of the gripping member relative to the reservoir.Type: GrantFiled: February 24, 1997Date of Patent: May 25, 1999Assignee: L'OrealInventor: Jean-Louis H. Gueret
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Patent number: 5860755Abstract: A lipstick holder with mirror including a cylindrical housing member that has a base member with an extension tube. Included is a cylindrical cap member that is sized for removable positioning over the extension tube of the cylindrical housing. Lastly, included is a reflective member having a disk-like shape for rotatably coupling to the end wall of the cylindrical cap member.Type: GrantFiled: March 24, 1997Date of Patent: January 19, 1999Inventor: Carole Bunk
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Patent number: 5832941Abstract: A portable compact kit having compartments for make-up and beauty supplies and a mirrored surface with a peripheral light source powered by a rechargeable battery power source. The unit's power pack may either be included within a tray mounting the mirror or within the body of the kit. As an option, inputted alternating current power may be switched to bypass the battery and be supplied directly for household current to light the mirror's light source.Type: GrantFiled: June 3, 1997Date of Patent: November 10, 1998Inventor: Laura Gwynn Lessig Murillo
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Patent number: 5713381Abstract: The present invention relates to an eye care kit which includes a pouch having a back panel and a front panel which partially overlaps the back panel. The front and back panels are connected along a plurality of seams which form a plurality of pockets. A plurality of individually packaged eye care products, such as contact lens solutions, artificial tears, and the like, are placed and retained in the pockets. The eye care kit may also include a holder panel overlapping the pouch with the back panel sandwiched between the front panel and the holder panel. The holder panel connects with the pouch along its side and bottom edges so that the back panel and the holder panel form an additional compartment therebetween. This compartment can be used to hold contact lens cases and lens paper for cleaning glasses, mascara, lipstick, money or other items.Type: GrantFiled: November 8, 1996Date of Patent: February 3, 1998Inventor: Terri Sloane
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Patent number: 5653343Abstract: An electric toothbrush housed in a container has a cylindrical case body, a brush attached to the case body, and a battery mounted in the case body for operating the motor to vibrate the brush, and a switch provided on the case body for operating a motor to vibrate the brush. The container has a base container body and a lid engaged with the base container body. The base container body has a large diameter cylindrical portion for housing the case body, and a small diameter cylindrical portion for housing the brush and the battery. The lid is provided to form a cup.Type: GrantFiled: August 24, 1995Date of Patent: August 5, 1997Assignees: Kitano Co., Ltd., Japan CBM CorporationInventor: Kiyoshi Imai
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Patent number: 5586653Abstract: A cosmetic package includes an open-top casing, a closure and a tray pivotally mounted to opposite sides of the casing, with the tray removably carrying a plurality of elongated sticks each coated at one end with a cosmetic product, such as lipstick, nail polish or eye make-up. The elongated sticks can also take the form of make-up pencils. The tray includes a pair of parallel and spaced apart notched members, with the notches of one member being aligned with respective notches of the other member, whereby each pair of aligned notches cooperate for retaining one elongated stick. The elongated sticks are carried on the underside of the tray when it is retracted in the casing. Aligned openings are defined in the closure and in the tray for viewing the coated ends of the sticks when the package is closed. The opening of the closure is fitted with a protective window.Type: GrantFiled: September 21, 1993Date of Patent: December 24, 1996Assignee: Canadian Plastics Inc.Inventor: Alan L. Taveroff
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Patent number: 5497274Abstract: The present invention is a viewing assembly that can selectively create optical compound corrections in the images reflected from the viewing assembly. The viewing assembly includes a reflective surface coupled to a supporting body in such a manner that the reflective surface conforms to the contour of the supporting body. The contour of the supporting body can then be selectively altered by the viewer of the viewing assembly, thereby changing the shape of the reflective surface and creating desired optical corrections in the viewed reflected images.Type: GrantFiled: September 2, 1993Date of Patent: March 5, 1996Assignee: Image Optical CorporationInventors: David B. Soll, Richard E. Feinbloom
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Patent number: 5337890Abstract: 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.Type: GrantFiled: August 18, 1993Date of Patent: August 16, 1994Inventor: Chin-Chun Lai
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Patent number: 5329947Abstract: 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.Type: GrantFiled: November 5, 1992Date of Patent: July 19, 1994Assignee: Auto-Shade, Inc.Inventor: Arie Shikler
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Patent number: 5257696Abstract: 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.Type: GrantFiled: July 15, 1992Date of Patent: November 2, 1993Inventor: Karen J. Greene
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Patent number: 5218978Abstract: 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.Type: GrantFiled: September 25, 1992Date of Patent: June 15, 1993Inventors: Yi-Ming Yang, Han-Fong Huang
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Patent number: 5178478Abstract: A case is disclosed for holding a lipstick in a conventional lipstick holder in combination with a lip brush, a clip for holding the top of a conventional lipstick and a mirror. The case consists of a hollow cylinder in which the lip brush is held in place by frictional engagement and a platform attached to the bottom of said cylinder having a circular portion in which a conventional lipstick holder can rest. Means for holding the conventional lipstick holder in position and a rotatable cap pivotally mounted on the top of said case to allow access to the lipstick holder during the application of lipstick. The mirror is mounted on the body of the case.Type: GrantFiled: June 4, 1991Date of Patent: January 12, 1993Inventor: Antonia Ryder