Abstract: An applicator roller element has a cylindrical shape and is mounted on the end of a handle element upon which it may rotate. The roller may be saturated with sun-tan lotion for instance for application to the skin, where the lotion is then transferred to the skin by rolling action of the roller element with respect to the handle element. The handle element is constructed so as to collapse into the roller element axially to make a compact unit for storage in a case. In one embodiment a connection rod element providing attachment of the handle to the roller is able to telescopically collapse into the handle element, while the handle element is able to collapse into the roller element for improved compact storage.

Abstract: A packaging and application device for a makeup product, particularly mascara, includes an elongate body and an applicator that can be accommodated in the body. The applicator has a rod provided at one end with a makeup product application element and the rod is joined at its other end to a gripping element which also constitutes a cap able to close the orifice of the body in which the applicator is engaged. The body has a liquid reservoir in which the application element is engaged. The application element includes an elongate block of the makeup product to be applied.

Abstract: A device for application and manipulation of paint on a substrate includes a handle having a distal end and a proximal end, and a working tip attached to the distal end of the handle. The working tip is a flexible, non-porous extruded material having a distal working edge which is formed by an extrusion process, with the working edge being parallel to a longitudinal orientation of the extrusion process. In one embodiment, one of the working tip and the handle includes a rib along an end which interfaces the other and the other of the working tip and the handle includes a corresponding slot in an end which interfaces the one for mating with the rib. Preferably, the working tip is made of silicone.

Abstract: A packaging unit for a product such as mascara includes an applicator and a reservoir provided with at least one wiper. The applicator has a handle and at least one tuft of bristles implanted parallel to the median plane of this handle. The wiper is arranged so as to wipe the bristled part along the axis of the bristles.

Abstract: A cosmetics container is provided having a housing (1) which is coverable by a cap (2). The housing protectively contains a cosmetic or medicinal preparation such as a lipstick or ointment which can be extruded for application to the skin. In solid lipsticks, problems often arise as a result their temperature-dependent characteristics. To avoid such problems, the container of the invention is for use with a pumpable fluid preparation in the form of a paste or viscous liquid. The container acts as a dispenser, having a push-button actuator (10, 20') operable to pump the preparation in a skin contact element (31) with an applicator surface (32) and a dispensing valve (33). In a particularly useful embodiment, the skin applicator surface (31) is arranged in a plane which is inclined in relation to a longitudinal axis (x--x) of the housing (1).

Abstract: A method and apparatus for devising an applicator including a method of securing a settable material in the applicator operable to apply cosmetic materials to an external surface.

Abstract: An assembly for the storage and application of a cosmetic product. The assembly includes: a body which is provided with an opening and includes a reservoir capable of containing the product; an applicator capable of coming into contact with the product and of being charged with a given amount thereof and retaining structure for ridding the applicator of excess product. The applicator has a rod carrying a product-application structure which is to apply the product, the structure for retaining the product being connected to the body and/or to the rod. The field of use of the invention is that of cosmetics, more especially that of "mascaras" to be applied to eyelashes.

Abstract: A mascara brush having three sections of differing bristle configuration is disclosed. The brush portion has a larger diameter middle section comprised of a combination of soft and stiff bristles in random configuration, and two end sections, each of which is comprised of at least one bristle type which preferably become progressively shorter towards the ends of the brush portion. The end sections exhibit less bristle density than the middle section. This improved brush configuration allows for optimal one-stroke mascara application.

Abstract: An applicator having an extendible handle including a lower handle section having a tubular configuration and an upper handle section being extendible from the lower tubular handle section with the upper handle section having a pad or attached thereto for application of oils, lotions and the like.

Abstract: An applicator with a surface having a first wetting angle and a first surface area, which surface area has grafted thereto a layer of ion-producing gas plasma having a second wetting angle and a second surface are, wherein the second wetting angle is less than the first wetting angle and the second surface area is greater than the first surface area.

Abstract: An eyebrow template system which enables the user to symmetrically or asymmetrically shape eyebrows to yield aesthetically pleasing shape and size. The system includes a pair of templates having openings in the desired shape of the simulated eyebrow. A template holder receives each of the pair of templates through a pair of slots, each slot receiving one of the templates. The template holder also is formed with a pair of apertures generally larger than the openings of the pair of templates to enable a user to paint the simulated eyebrows. A fastener then attaches the apparatus for applying simulated eyebrows to the user.

Abstract: The brush comprises a wand equipped at one end with a core (6) formed by two twisted branches (7,8) of metal wire. Between the turns of the branches, bristles (9) extending transversely with respect to the core, are trapped. At least a fraction of the bristles (9) of the brush has a transverse section in the shape of an L. The zone of the bristle (9) wedged between the turns of the metal core is flattened either through the effect of unfolding when the angle between the branches of the L opens or through the effect of folding when the angle between the branches of the L closes. This flattening reduces the rigidity of the bristle on the one hand and, on the other hand, preferentially increases the spacing of the bristle with respect to the helical ply formed by the turns. Thus, the flattening creates a disorganized arrangement of the section of the bristles.

Abstract: A cosmetic sampler formed by screen printing a slurry of cosmetic powder and solvent onto a paper base. To prevent off-set of the cosmetic sample during packaging and handling, a protective thin film overlay is laminated to a perimeter adhesive printed on the paper base around the cosmetic. The paper base may be replaced by a pressure sensitive adhesive stock to form a unit dose or single application of a cosmetic that can be applied as a label to any desired surface. In other embodiments, a non-pressure sensitive removable adhesive is used in a two-layer removable label construction or a three-layer coupon construction. The sampler can also be provided with or without the protective overlay in a simple folded hand-out version or as a pad of cosmetic sampler sheets. The sampler can also be used to provide unit doses or single applications of creams, lipsticks, fragrances, pharmaceuticals, lotions, and other high viscosity, waxy materials.

Abstract: A self-adhering lotion application pad is described for adhesive attachment to a human hand along the palmar side thereof, covering the palm, fingers, and thumb against contact by lotion. The pad includes a flexible applicator pad body having a lotion applicator surface and an opposed adhesive surface. The pad is generally like a human hand shaped, along a marginal edge surface that defines a finger section, at least one thumb section, and a truncated palm section. An adhesive is provided on the adhesive surface for releasably securing the applicator pad to the hand, covering the palmar sides of the fingers, thumb and palm. A liner is provided, covering the adhesive until separated to expose the adhesive for contact with the user's hand.

Abstract: A method of producing a custom fragrance is provided comprising the steps of selecting a series of basic scents. The scents are incorporated into a semi-solid or solid vehicle to produce a scented product. With the semi-solid vehicle the product will be in the form of a viscous cream, gel or ointment contained in a squeeze tube, jar or the like. The solid form will be wax-like and may be molded into a predetermined shape or cast into a wide-mouthed container or mechanical dispensing device. To carry-out the invention, a user transfers a selected product to a portion of one's skin or other surface. One or more additional scented products are selected and applied in the same manner. The products are then manually mixed together on the skin or other surface to form a custom fragrance in-situ.

Abstract: An attachable member for creating sculptured nails and a method for using the same. The attachment member is designed to fit beneath the fingernail of the user upon the insertion of a template beneath the nail of the user. The template is the pattern upon which a brush-applied liquid powder acrylic mix or similar product is applied. Adjacent to the template and forming an outline for the pattern is a groove designed to define the edge and form it to a uniform thickness and shape and to catch the excess mix. Outside of the groove is an adjacent area for wiping off excess.

Abstract: A device for the application of mascara to the eyelashes comprises a wand having at one end thereof a single stem and at the other end thereof a plurality of tines. An applicator member is affixed to each tine.

Abstract: An applicator for the application of mascara to the eyelashes is disclosed having a central core formed from a twisted wire and having a brush section at one end of the central core. The brush section comprises a plurality of regularly disposed and radially extending bristles which are disposed in a helical array by the twisted wire. At least some of the bristles have reduced length and are arranged so as to form a substantially helical groove through the brush section. A process in accordance with the present invention includes the steps of providing an applicator having radially extending bristles and removing at least a portion of at least some of the bristles so as to reduce the length of at least some of the bristles.

Abstract: A brush for applying make-up, particularly mascara, including a shaft provided at one end with a core (6) formed by two metal wires (7, 8) twisted together and having bristles (9) squeezed therebetween such that they extend transversely to the core axis. At least some of the brush bristles (9) have an L-shaped cross-section so that the portion of each bristle (9) which is squeezed between said twisted core wires is flattened either outwards when the arms of the L are pushed apart, or inwards when they are pressed together. In either case, the stiffness of the bristle is reduced and the spacing between the bristle and a wire helix formed after twisting is advantageously increased, whereby a random distribution of bristle cross-sections is achieved.

Abstract: An applicator for use in applying lotion comprises a housing, a handle and an applicator pad. The housing is hollow so as to receive the handle therein when the handle is being stored. The applicator pad is attached to the housing and is used to spread lotion, such as suntan lotion, on one's back. The end of the handle has a locking ring, endplug or endcap that is designed to hold by friction the handle to the housing, either in the stored position with the handle in the housing, or in the extended position for use. The applicator pad has an annular depression to enable the pad to control the spread of the lotion. Lotion is spread toward the depression by the higher center and thus over the pad,but the excess lotion is confined to it by the higher edge of the pad. The present applicator will enable more efficient application of lotion by applying all of it rather than absorbing part of it.

Abstract: A cosmetic sampler formed by screen printing a slurry of cosmetic powder and solvent onto a paper base. To prevent off-set of the cosmetic sample during packaging and handling, a protective thin film overlay is laminated to a perimeter adhesive printed on the paper base around the cosmetic. The paper base may be replaced by a pressure sensitive adhesive stock to form a unit dose or single application of a cosmetic that can be applied as a label to any desired surface. In other embodiments, a non-pressure sensitive removable adhesive is used in a two-layer removable label construction or a three-layer coupon construction. The sampler can also be provided with or without the protective overlay in a simple folded hand-out version or as a pad of cosmetic sampler sheets. The sampler can also be used to provide unit doses or single applications of creams, lipsticks, fragrances, pharmaceuticals, lotions, and other high viscosity, waxy materials.

Abstract: An applicator brush for fluid-type cosmetics, such as may be used in applying mascara to eyelashes which includes a bristle portion disposed at one end of a helical twisted wire core with a handle disposed at the outer end. The configuration of the bristle portion is such that the bristle tips define a generally cylindrical outer surface having two (2) diametrically opposed channels and application surfaces helically disposed along the length of the brush portion which are spiraled about the core to form a helix thereof. The brush portion is formed by disposing the bristles between the lengths of the wire and helically twisting the wire to form the core that retains the bristles therebetween. The bristle portion is then trimmed to a shape of generally rectangular cross-section. To form the helical application surface, the wire core is further twisted in the same direction a predetermined number of turns.

Abstract: A silicone paint brush artist's tool includes a handle and a novel painting tip. The painting tip is made of a resilient silicone having a generally three-dimensional paint contacting working surface that has a maximum cross-sectional diameter no larger than a maximum cross-sectional diameter of the handle. The tip is preferably attached to the handle using a ferrule and expansively locking the tip into a cavity of the ferrule by insertion of an insert. The insert may be a common screw or a barbed, fluted extension of the handle. The tips may include an insert cavity and have various shapes and hardnesses and may be optionally color coded. A formation method for the tool is disclosed with simultaneous insert insertion and joining of ferrules to handles. The ferrules also may be reversibly attached to the handle, in which case a kit comprising multiple interchangeable painting tips may be provided.

Abstract: A brush for applying cosmetic product comprises an elongate core formed by winding two branches of a metal wire into a helix, with bristles being embedded radially on the core and being clamped between the twisted branches. The brush exhibits at least one face bounded by ridges. The diameter of a section of the brush passes through at least one extremum (maximum or minimum) between the two ends of the brush, and the ridges of the abovementioned face are not straight. The width of the face varies from one end to the other of the brush and passes through at least one extremum (maximum or minimum) between the ends. The brush permits mascara to be applied to eyelashes or dye to be applied to hair.

Abstract: The present invention provides a disposable applicator for sampling cosmetics including lipsticks at the retail counters. Also provided are methods for extracting or otherwise transferring the cosmetics onto the applicator and sampling the cosmetics.

Abstract: An applicator with a surface having a first wetting angle and a first surface area, which surface area has grafted thereto a layer of ion-producing gas plasma having a second wetting angle and a second surface are, wherein the second wetting angle is less than the first wetting angle and the second surface area is greater than the first surface area.

Abstract: A cylindrical base slidably receives a sleeve which has spiral trackways formed therein. Pins projecting from the base, into the trackways, cause the sleeve to rise through the base, and to project outwardly from the base, when an apertured cap, which is coupled to the base, and the base are rotated therebetween. The sleeve receives a vial of fluid (viz.: perfume) which has an atomizing cap. Consequently, with elevation of the sleeve, through the base, the atomizing cap of the vial is exposed for operation. A reverse rotation causes the vial and sleeve to retract into the base, and the atomizing cap sealingly closes off the aperture of the carrier.

Abstract: A device for applying and removing topical compositions to or from the skin of either a man or woman which comprises a handle, a handle base, a sponge, and a cap.

Abstract: The apparatus for curling eyelashes comprises a handgrip which can be comforably held in the hand. A shaft is rotatably mounted on the handgrip and has a brush mounted on the shaft which is rotatable with the shaft using, for example, a thumbwheel attached to the shaft to enable the user to twirl the brush. As the brush engages and twirls the eyelashes, the lashes are groomed, curled and separated.

Abstract: A cosmetic applicator comprising a base support having a substantially nonabsorbent surface, and a coating existing essentially of a composition of lip cosmetic. The composition has an amorphous, noncrystalline structure, and the coating is of a thickness of between 0.5 mils and 5 mils. The applicator permits the cosmetic to be applied with relative ease.

Abstract: Applicator for a cosmetic product to be applied, including a reservoir containing the product, a removable cap for closing the reservoir, an application member on an end of a rod connected to the cap, and a handle for the cap articulated about an axis of the cap, pivotable between a folded-up position against the reservoir, and an extended position at an angle to the reservoir, and including at least one arch of which the dimensions are such that, in the folded-up position, the arch surrounds the reservoir, the arch being equipped with a locking stop interacting with a base of the reservoir, in the folded-up position, which interaction holds the closure bearing surface on the seat in a leaktight manner.

Abstract: A device for applying skin treatment substances to the back of a person includes a manually grippable elongated shaft having a head formed thereon, and a plurality of contact pads, each selectively engageable with and disengageable from the head without damaging the head or pads. A first contact pad has a non-porous contact surface for applying relatively viscous substances to the skin of the person, a second contact pad has a porous contact surface for retaining relatively non-viscous substances for applying the relatively non-viscous substances to the skin of the person, and a third contact pad has a sisal contact surface for cleansing the skin of the person. Also, a fourth contact pad has an erose surface for gently scratching the person's back when rubbed against it. A bag is provided for holding the shaft and contact pads.

Abstract: A brush for applying mascara to the eyelashes is formed by a central core formed from a twisted metal wire 1 the twists of which trap between them the bristles 2 of the brush, the said bristles 2 being disposed in a substantially uniform manner between the twists, characterised in that the bristles 2 have a substantially solid circular cross section the diameter of which is between 0.12 and 0.25 mm, the number of bristles 2 per turn being between 5 and 9, the said bristles substantially forming a single spiral layer in which each bristle is disposed substantially radially, the angle between two adjacent bristles of the layer being substantially constant to within approximately 20%.

Abstract: A brush for applying mascara or the like, having a bristle array with a discontinuous profile including two contiguous tandem portions, differing from each other in cross-section, for respectively performing different mascara-applying functions.

Abstract: A lotion wand is provided for dispensing suntan lotion from a suntan lotion squeeze bottle having a neck. The wand consists of a cap sized to fit over and engage with the neck of the suntan lotion squeeze bottle. A hollow tube extends upwardly form the cap. A holder is slightly angularly positioned on an upper end of the hollow tube. A sponge having a central aperture is carried in the holder. When the squeeze bottle is compressed the suntan lotion will travel through the hollow tube into the sponge from the central aperture to allow a user to reach their entire body to apply the suntan lotion thereto.

Abstract: A cosmetic product package, particularly a mascara package, including a dual wiper mechanism which virtually eliminates the messiness problems of typical mascara applicators. The dual wiper mechanism has a resilient inner wiper and a resilient outer wiper spaced apart from one another within a supporting structure forming a residual mascara chamber therebetween. The inner wiper has a relatively small opening which provides most of the doctoring of the bristles. The outer wiper has a larger opening which primarily doctors the stem. Mascara which collects in the residual chamber flows through conduits around the inner wiper back into the primary reservoir, or alternatively to a discard reservoir. A mechanism to doctor more mascara from the brush upon insertion than upon removal of the brush may also be provided.

Abstract: Combination compact and cosmetic applicator to which a quantity of cosmetic is affixed. The compact may be closed to contain and protect the applicator and cosmetic from the ambient and the compact may be easily opened to permit the applicator to be readily used to apply the cosmetic to a person.

Abstract: A brush intended for the application of a cosmetic product comprises a plurality of bristles (3, 4) transversely implanted in a core. These bristles are formed by a mixture of bristles selected from at least two groups, namely a first group consisting of bristles (3) of relatively small section and a second group of bristles (4) of larger section. The bristles of small section (3) are made of a thermoplastic having a higher melting point than the melting point of the thermoplastic elastomer from which the bristles (4) of larger section are made. The melting point of the thermoplastic of the bristles of small section is of the order of 230.degree. to 280.degree. C., while the melting point of the thermoplastic elastomer of the bristles of larger section is of the order of 150.degree. to 230.degree. C.

Abstract: A makeup device includes a cylindrical body which can accommodate a sealed reservoir containing a viscous or pasty makeup product, especially a mascara, and is capable of dispensing a measured amount of the product contained in the reservoir through a nozzle in the front opening of the reservoir onto an applicator. The applicator is permanently mounted on the cylindrical body in the vicinity of the front end of the body and includes a shaft. At the end of the shaft is mounted an applying element, the shaft being provided with an internal passage terminating by at least one orifice at its periphery, and contacting with the nozzle in the front opening of the reservoir. The device also includes a cap capable of enclosing the applicator and capable of separably attaching to the body in the vicinity of the front end of the body.

Abstract: A brush for applying mascara to the eyelashes including long bristles and short bristles, the long bristles forming at least one crest on the brush. The crest or crests form a helix the pitch of which equals from one to four times the length of the brush.

Abstract: An eyelash mascara applicator wand includes a first rod and a bristle-carrying second rod extending transversely relative to the first rod. The rods are joined at a location spaced from both ends of the second rod. Bristles are located on both sides of that junction. The second rod is curved within a plane oriented perpendicular to a plane containing the first rod. The first rod comprises inner and outer sections oriented at a right angle to one another. Alternatively, the first rod could be curved.

Abstract: Applicators (15, 40) for depositing mascara (16) on an eyelash (17) and lipstick (41) on a face (21), respectively, are disclosed, as well as methods of their applications. An absorbent tissue (47) is wrapped about one portion (45) of a properly circumferentially-sized applicator (40). After lipstick (41) is applied to the women's lips (43), they are puckered, tissue (47) on applicator (40) inserted into her mouth, and excess deposit of lipstick (41) is absorbed by tissue (47) without it depositing upon her teeth (42). The second applicator (15) comprises a curvi-lineared edge 22 which correlates to (by crossing) the line of the lower eyelash (17) after which mascara (16) from a brush (39) is evenly and properly applied to the eyelash (17). Face (21) below edge (22) is contoured to fit the flesh portion (24) of the eye socket (25).

Abstract: A color display facsimile of a cosmetic product comprised of the formulation of an original cosmetic product and prescribed amounts of each of a thermoplastic, copolymeric hardening agent and a hydrocarbonous-based temperature control component. The resultant display facsimile is capable of exhibiting the exact-likeness characteristics of true color, size, and shape of the original cosmetic product. The method for preparing said color display facsimile is also disclosed.

Abstract: A tamperproof lipstick seal comprising a rectangular laminate having affixed to one edge a pull tab which protrudes from the edge of the laminate, lipstick containers containing such a seal, and a method for preventing breakage of a lipstick bullet using the seals of the invention.

Abstract: A cosmetic liquid applicator having a tubular shaft, a rotary knob at a rear end of the shaft and a piston axially slidable in the shaft upon rotation of the rotary knob. A nib, mounting to a forward end of the tubular shaft, has a passage communicating with a liquid chamber. A plurality of radially extending pojections are provided so that they are gradually reduced in diameter in the forward direction. A discharge hole is communicated with the passage, and a slot extends forwardly and rearwardly from the discharge hole in opposite directions of and transverse to the projections.

Abstract: The brush (1) comprises a plurality of bristles (2) wedged in the turns of at least two spiral branches (3, 4) of metal wire forming the core (5) of the brush, the bristles being arranged substantially radially. The brush comprises bristles (2) made of a soft material having a Shore hardness of between 20 A and 40 D. Their diameter is sufficiently large to prevent them having too high a degree of suppleness.

Abstract: A cosmetic tester (10, 110, 210, 310, 410) comprises a base (12, 112, 212, 312, 412) and a cap or matrix (14, 414). The base includes a pedestal (18, 418), a support (20, 120, 220, 320, 420) and an intermediate portion (22, 122, 222, 322, 422) which connects the support to the pedestal. A sample (16, 116, 216, 316, 416) of lip creme or other cosmetic, which is configured as a shell, is secured to the support. The matrix/cap is disposed over the shell and includes a tubular wall (32, 432) which is configured to mate closely with the intermediate portion sufficient for essentially preventing passage of any of the sample between the wall and the intermediate portion, but for permitting escape of air therebetween. The matrix terminates in opposed open (34, 434) and closed (36, 136, 436) ends. The closed end is provided with an inner surface (38, 138, 438) in intimate contact with the sample to provide the it with an external surface whose configuration matches that of the matrix's inner surface.

Abstract: An applicator for makeup use, wherein an applying portion and at least a front portion of a handle portion are made of a bundle of fibers. The bundle of fibers includes a sheath portion and a core portion. The core portion is made of a bundle of fibers including a plurality of straight fibers. The sheath portion is made of thermoplastic fibers, which have crimps therein and partially adhere to each other, and wraps about the core portion. The applying portion of the applicator is made of the straight fibers of the core portion. The handle portion is made of the fibers of the core portion, the fibers of the sheath portion and a sheet-like material. The fibers of the sheath portion are thermoformed at the handle portion located near a base portion of the applying portion. The sheet-like material wraps about an outer periphery of the handle portion which periphery is not thermoformed.

Abstract: Molded cosmetic products, containing a uniform ultra glossy wet look surface finish are molded in polymeric molds or mold inserts whose inner walls have been modified by subjecting them to a plasma treatment. This allows an improved release of the products and imparts the wet look surface finish to the cosmetic products.

Abstract: The brush (1) comprises a plurality of bristles (4, 5) transversely implanted in a core (2), in particular, formed by twisted metal spirals, at least part of the bristles being formed by a mixture of bristles of relatively large transverse section (4) and bristles of relatively small transverse section (5). In at least one zone of the brush, the bristles of relatively large section (4) are longer than the bristles of small section (5) and at least the outer ends of the bristles of small section (5) display a bulge (6).