Abstract: The invention relates to a container (1) for a stick of a cosmetic or hygienic product, comprising an applicator element (3) in which a stick (2) of said product can move axially relative to a base (32), as well as a tubular storage element (4) comprising a top (41) that contains a mobile sleeve (42) and is suitable for covering the applicator element (3) in a configuration wherein said applicator element is fully inserted into the sleeve and connected to said top by means of an elastically compressible device having two stable axial positions relative to a hilly inserted configuration, said device comprising a resilient element (43) pushing the sleeve (42) towards the outside of the top, and, distributed between the top and the sleeve, a heart-shaped guide track (44) arranged parallel to an axial direction of the top, and a follower (45) carried by a generally axially pivoting arm (46) such as to define stable top and bottom positions allowing the applicator element to be gripped or not.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: A compact mirror floss container configured to dispense floss includes: (i) a first clam shell member having a mirrored interior surface and (ii) a second clam shell member pivotally coupled to the first clam shell member. The second clam shell member includes a receiving mechanism. 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. The decorative cover is selectably coupleable to the clam shell members.

Abstract: A box for cosmetic or toiletry products including a body having a bottom and a free edge and containing a cup containing a solid, paste or powder product, and a lid mounted to pivot on the body. The lid is connected to the body by at least one double hinge including an upper link articulated to the body and to the underside of the lid, and a lower link situated between the upper link and the bottom, more inclined than the first link relative to the bottom in the closed configuration of the lid, and articulated to the body and under the lid. In the closed configuration, the cover is retracted into the body and flush with the free edge, having at a distance from the double hinge an actuation area bearing at least indirectly against a bistable pushbutton elastically compressible toward the bottom of the body.

Abstract: Oral hygiene case with dental floss lid compartment, refers to the present invention an improved case with lid compartment to hold dental floss or ribbon, and for keeping a toothbrush or toothpaste in its body that presents constructivity and advanced design with access to the cases body (1) interior concomitant with opening the dental floss lid compartment (2) for use, presents also length and intern volume flexibility, accessories to hang, allowing change of its shape, saving the use of pollutant materials, showing excellent cost-benefit ratio.

Abstract: A hair colorant composition being essentially free of surfactant and having a specific perfume system for the hair colorant composition, where the hair colorant composition is capable of forming a foamed hair colorant composition.

Abstract: An attractive housing is circular in configuration with a base and a cover and a knob on the cover that may be gripped to open the cover. The interior of the container includes a chamber defining a plurality of receptacles that are removable from the base and replaceable. Each receptacle may contain a different kind of cosmetic such as powder, make-up, mascara, lipstick, and others. A portion of the base that receives the receptacles may be a separately installed holder that may be removed to reveal a portion of the chamber that may be used to store other items such as other implements as well as money or other valuables.

Abstract: A container for a direct-application personal care product comprises a first compartment having a first opening, the first compartment being configured to contain therein a multiple-use amount of a personal care product for direct application of the product through the first opening to a personal body part; a second compartment having a second opening, the second compartment being configured to contain a limited-use amount of the product for direct application of the product through the second opening to a personal body part; and a removable cover for each compartment that covers the opening of the compartment to seal the product in the compartment.

Abstract: The present invention provides a container (10) for carrying one or more baby changing items comprising a base (15) having a first compartment (11) for storing one or more baby changing items, and a lid (20) pivotally connected to the base (15). The lid (20) comprises a second compartment (21) sealable from the first compartment (11) of the base (15) for storing one or more moist wipes (not illustrated) and an aperture (24) to allow access to the one or more moist wipes when the lid (20) is in a closed position.

Abstract: A flexible package, such as a facial tissue pocket pack, is provided with a rigid mirror, affixed to the package with an overlying adhesive label, to enable a user to clearly see his/her reflection.

Abstract: An extra-labia urine voiding apparatus including a container sized and shaped to externally cover a vulval region of a female anatomy. The container has an open side and defines a reservoir that is adapted for receiving urine. The container also includes a surface disposed at a top of the container adapted to face and generally surround a periphery of the vulval region. The voiding apparatus also includes a conduit in fluid communication with the reservoir of the container and adapted for draining urine from the reservoir.

Abstract: The present disclosure could generally provide a reusable and universal case for personal items such as, for example, removable lipstick refills. Manufacturers could provide relatively cost-effective lipstick refills suitable for use with a more elegantly packaged and fully functional universal case. The case could include an elongated tube to house a lipstick refill. The case could also include a notch disposed on an interior surface of an elongated tube to receive a groove disposed on an exterior surface of an insert disposed within a second end of the tube. The case could further include a protrusion on an interior surface of the insert that is disposed along a surface of the lipstick refill.

Abstract: Problem: To provide a technique of simply and easily convert a powder makeup cosmetic such as powdery foundation or the like into a pickering-emulsificated liquid makeup cosmetic such as liquid foundation or the like. Means for Resolution: A solvent composition for use as a dispersion medium for converting a powder makeup cosmetic into a pickering-emulsificated liquid makeup cosmetic, which comprises (a) from 0.1 to 65% by mass of an aqueous component, and (b) from 35 to 99.9% by mass of one or more oily components selected from hydrocarbon oils and silicone oils.

Abstract: This hygienic or aseptic multi-pouch package includes one or more inner pouches, finger, multi-finger and full hand sized capable of being carried by a card holder which is removably stored within an outer pouch. The inner pouch is suitable for use as a finger pouch which may be used to clean teeth or for similar purposes. When only one inner pouch is hygienically removed at a time, the remaining pouches can be conveniently resealed within the card holder in the outer pouch.

Abstract: The dual compartment container generally includes two elongated compartments separated by a divider and capable of storing mints and toothpicks. Each compartment is capped by a selectively lockable lid that retains the mints and toothpicks in each respective compartment of the container. The lids are capable of pivoting about a common hinge to selectively dispense the toothpicks and/or mints. A lock integral to each lid ensures retainment of the contents within each respective compartment during transportation.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a bag for holding one or more personal hygiene items comprising: an outer member having an outer member exterior surface separated from an outer member interior surface by an outer member thickness, the outer member having a prolate spheroid shape comprising a major axis and a minor axis, wherein the bag has a shape of an American football; the outer member interior surface defining an inner enclosed space; the outer member exterior surface including a closable opening formed therein in a direction essentially parallel to the major axis and essentially perpendicular to the minor axis, wherein the opening is in communication with the inner enclosed space affording the insertion and removal of one or more personal hygiene items from the bag; wherein the outer member is dimensioned in size such that the inner enclosed space is smaller than a regulation sized American football.

Abstract: A feminine needs container may comprise an elongated member having a hollow compartment, a clothing attachment member coupled to the elongated member and configured to removably attach to a garment, wherein the hollow compartment is configured to receive and store at least one feminine needs product. The elongated member can be removably attachable to the garments via the clothing attachment member such that the feminine needs container may be concealed from public view and carried hands-free without the need for a larger bag/purse to carry them.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: A system and method for creating personalized human hair extensions from a weft of human hair, saturated with heat protectant and ironed into a generally smooth, continuous surface for applying a desired design using hair color.

Abstract: A personal hygiene assembly including a personal hygiene article such as a tampon and a towelette. The tampon is individually packaged in a wrapper and the towelette is also individually packaged in a wrapper. The assembly attaches the towelette package to the tampon package for convenient co-location of the articles. The towelette package can be attached to the outside surface of the tampon package either after sealing of the tampon package or during the sealing of the tampon package. As both the tampon package and the towelette package have a generally linear axial orientation, the articles can be axially aligned for attachment and convenient storage.

Abstract: A modular storage candle container includes a base and a lid with a candle disposed on said lid. Specifically, a cradle of the lid is dimensioned and configured to receive the candle. Vents and voids are provided in the lid to help dissipate heat from a live candle. A post may be removably disposed on an underside of the lid to receive interior inserts such as a basket, jewelry holder or medication vial holder. The container may be used as a canister when the post and interior inserts are absent. A cover may be used and disposed over the lid to trap a candle between the cover and the lid. The base of the container has an interior wall and an exterior wall defining a compartment in which graphics may be disposed.

Abstract: A sifter insert for the neck of a powder jar is secured above the product reservoir and below the cap of the jar. The insert has a central concave dish for supporting a quantity of powder product, and a channel around the perimeter of the dish. The insert is secured in the neck such that the dish is spaced below the bottom of the cap. Slots in the channel permit the flow of powder from the reservoir into the channel when the jar is inverted with the cap closed, and from the channel onto the dish when the inverted jar is righted. Powder in the dish is accessed by the user upon removal of the cap. The cap is then closed and the jar shaken to return excess powder from the dish to the reservoir through the slots in the channel.

Abstract: The assembly includes a system for holding a product and a protection device for protecting the system. The protection device includes a cap mounted on the system so as to at least partly cover it and at least one releasing structure for releasing the system. The releasing structure includes a retaining means for retaining the system relative to the cap and an actuating structure for actuating the retaining means in order to disconnect the system and the protection device. The retaining structure is provided on an inner face of the releasing structure, the actuating structure being provided on an outer face of the releasing structure, on the opposite side from the inner face. The releasing structure may be a rocker system and the protection device may cover at least 90% of the packaging system.

Abstract: A mirrored container, such as a mirrored-bottom container holding a cosmetic or a sunscreen product, is useful especially in a travel-size.

Abstract: The applicator for cosmetics has one or more plies with scoring to form a handle area and a sample area. The scoring upon the top ply guides the applicator to bend into a handle area grasped by a woman's fingers and the sample area has a slight bow to apply eye shadow or other powdered cosmetic as the woman sees fit. The sample area has embossing in the bottom ply to retain pre-deposited cosmetics for further sampling.

Abstract: A body washing system provides an integrated single-use package co-locating a moist towelette and a dry towelette, the latter sized and design to permit drying of an individual after applying the moist towelette to his or her body in a washing process. The compact size and availability of the dry towelette substantially increases at the availability of bathing systems to individuals to whom conventional bathing or showering is inaccessible.

Abstract: Apparatuses convertible between at least a storage container in a first configuration and an activity mat in a second configuration. One apparatus includes a circular lid, a circular base, and at least one zipper pull that zips the lid and base to a wall. When zippered, the apparatus has a generally cylindrical shape. A carrying handle is provided on the lid. When unzippered, the apparatus becomes an activity mat and lies flat. Another apparatus includes two sides, a base, a flap, and at least one zipper pull that zips the sides to the flap. The sides resemble the outline of a car, such that the apparatus when zipped up resembles a car and when unzipped becomes an activity mat and lies flat. Backpack straps on the back allow the apparatus to be worn as a backpack.

Abstract: A towelette article is constructed to include a textile substrate with first and second major surfaces. The textile substrate is impregnated with a liquid solution having a personal care function. The liquid solution includes an aqueous solvent and a dissolved mineral salt. The textile substrate is sealed within a sealed container where the material of the container is effectively impervious to water.

Abstract: Vacuum packed absorbent articles including diapers, kits thereof, and retail packages including vacuum packed and non vacuum packed absorbent articles are disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to packaging. In one embodiment the invention concerns a container having a tool retainer incorporated therein. In another embodiment the invention relates to a container of the type having a hollow envelope defining internally a chamber suitable for a product such as a cosmetic product, the hollow envelope defining externally a receiving housing for an accessory such as a cosmetic accessory; and an accessory, such as a cosmetic accessory, designed to be received removably in the receiving housing, the accessory having at least a part that is more flexible than the hollow envelope.

Abstract: An oxidative hair colorant composition to be dispensed from a manually-actuable, non-aerosol dispenser as a foam. The oxidative hair colorant composition contains a foam stabilizing agent and is essentially free of surfactant.

Abstract: A diaper changing kit is disclosed for assisting an individual in cleaning a soiled child. The diaper changing kit comprises a container defining an interior chamber and a container aperture for accessing the interior chamber. A tool cleans the soiled child and provides both a functional and a humorous characteristic. A first body item positions on the individual and provides both a functional and a humorous characteristic. A second body item positions on the soiled child and provides both a functional and a humorous characteristic. The tool, the first body item and the second body item are positioned within the container for transporting.

Abstract: The cosmetic unit has two partial units, each including a receptacle for receiving a cosmetic substance and a closure cap for allowing the closure of the receptacle. The two partial units are inter-connectable by a coupling member engaging with the two closure caps. Each closure cap has a cap recess, extending in the direction of a central axis, on the axial front end facing away from the receptacle of the corresponding partial unit. The coupling member including a central portion with two axial coupling projections being formed thereon wherein each coupling projection engages with one of the two cap recesses when in an assembled state.

Abstract: A container for lipsticks able to hold several lipsticks and other utensils in the cosmetics line and having a pliable base material (16) with a pliable top material lying flat (10) against the pliable base material in some areas and in other areas forming pockets (14) that lie in vertical columns. The pockets (14) of one column are offset from the pockets (14) of the other column so that when folded vertically the pockets of one column lie between the pockets of the other column. In addition, having double layers of a flexible transparent material (12) for identifying the color of each lipstick, a device to keep the upper edge rigid (18) while allowing it to be folded vertically and a closure and or hanging device (20). Because all the pockets open toward the center of the pliable base material, none of the contents can be spilled from the pockets when the container for lipsticks is folded vertically, rolled and secured with the closure device (20). When open flat all the lipstick colors can be seen at once.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic method for making-up and/or caring for keratin materials, in particular the skin, whereby a cosmetic composition is applied to the keratin materials, said cosmetic composition taking the form of an emulsion and comprising siloxane resins and a non-volatile hydrocarbon oil. In particular, the invention relates to compositions used to care for or make-up the aforementioned keratin materials.

Abstract: A Personal Cosmetic Palette is a carrying case where the inside base of said carrying case is fully lined with loop fabric for holding and securing the cosmetic items such that a user may quickly locate and use desired cosmetic items, having a zipper or hinge closure and optionally a latch at the opposite end of the hinge and optionally one or two handles, including a variety of hook fabric fasteners to use for attaching the cosmetic items to the loop fabric lining on the base of the carrying case. When opened the carrying case lays flat and all attached items are held securely in place providing immediate access to all items attached.

Abstract: A hygiene kit for young women for use during their menstrual period includes a carry bag that zips open to reveal an arrangement of pockets on opposite inner panels. The kit further includes a collection of supplies carried in the pockets, including tampons, feminine pads, soap, lotion, powder, feminine spray, pre-moistened wipes, a self-activated heating pad, a spare pair of pants, panties in a plastic bag, TYLENOL, candy or other snack and instructions explaining how to use each product.

Abstract: A wallet includes semi-rigid first and second portions each having outer and inner sides, the second portion being hingedly coupled to the first portion whereby the second portion is movable relative to the first portion to define open and closed configurations. The first portion inner side includes a pocket. A foldable changing pad is operatively coupled to at least one of the first portion and the second portion. A flexible container is positioned proximate one of the first portion and the second portion, the container having a bottom and at least one wall extending upwardly from the bottom that are movable between collapsed and expanded configurations defining a reservoir for holding a liquid therein, the at least one wall defining an outlet. A lid is removably coupled to the container outlet. A liquid delivery member is coupled to the lid for selectively transferring the liquid through the lid.

Abstract: The case (1) comprises a lid (2), a base (3) and a holder (7) for a cosmetics applicator; the lid, base and holder being interconnected along a hinge (4). The hinge comprises a boss (5) positioned intermediate its ends and the holder comprises a surface (18) engageable with the boss such that opening the container causes the holder to lift from the base.

Abstract: A packaging system for a cosmetic system includes a reduced-space packaging unit having a first container and a second container. The first container stores and dispenses a first cosmetic component and the second container (stores and dispenses a second cosmetic component. The first container includes a closure to which the second container mounts.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods and kits for coloring the hair involving a lifting composition capable of lightening the natural hair color, a color base composition comprising at least one primary dye intermediate, and a developer composition comprising an oxidizing agent chosen from persulfates, perborates, percarbonates, and mixtures thereof.

Abstract: Container including front, rear and intermediate panels forming a main internal compartment therebetween in which items can be stored, a flap portion of the rear panel being movable to enable access to the main compartment and expose a portion of the front panel which includes an opening. The front panel and internal panel define a side compartment communicating with the opening. A cover is arranged over the opening and includes a slit. When the dispensable items are retained in the side compartment, they can be removed from the side compartment through the slit when the flap portion is moved to expose the opening in the front panel. The container may be used as a diaper bag in which diapers are placed into the main compartment and diaper wipes into the side compartment whereby the diaper wipes are sealed in the side compartment and do not dry out.

Abstract: A depilatory article comprising a water impermeable substrate and an aqueous depilatory composition, the aqueous depilatory composition being in physical contact with the water impermeable substrate, forming a coated region of the water impermeable substrate and comprising a thioglycolate salt, a water-soluble or colloid-forming silicate, and a divalent metal cation.

Abstract: A method for making a composite item which has a cosmetic product, or layer thereof, and a decorative element. The decorative element is inserted within a seat formed in the cosmetic product and the composite item is inserted within a container for cosmetics. The method includes the steps of: providing at least one through hole within the cosmetic product, or layer thereof, such that the through hole has a size which allows the decorative element to be at least partially inserted therein; fastening or resting the decorative element onto a support which has a base portion that geometrically interferes with at least one inlet opening of the through hole, preventing the base portion from entering the through hole; and arranging, at least partially, the decorative element within the through hole, through the inlet opening with the base portion being engaged with the inlet opening of the through hole.

Abstract: A hair care solution configured to reduce volume and size of the product includes a hydrophilic polymer, and a hair care ingredient encapsulated in the water-absorbent polymer. Accordingly, the encapsulated hair care ingredient is released for use when the hydrophilic polymer is activated with water.

Abstract: The present invention relates to containers having, on all or part of their inner surface, a mineral-oxide-based coating obtained by sol-gel deposition, which containers are found to be particularly suitable for the packaging of cosmetic compositions.

Abstract: This invention relates to a cosmetics organizer that is particularly useful with cosmetics that come in powdered form. One well-known brand of powdered cosmetics is the Bare Escentuals® line of make-up. The cosmetics organizer stores the powdered makeup in a substantially horizontal position by securing the cosmetics container within a one-piece body with a substantially flat top face and a substantially flat bottom face, the faces being substantially parallel. At least one circular edge defines a cylindrical receptacle within the body. The edge extends from the top face into the body. A receptacle base is located within the one-piece body between the top and bottom face, wherein the receptacle base is substantially parallel with said top and bottom faces. A series of receptacles are sized to hold cosmetics applicators, such as brushes.

Abstract: A cosmetic container in accordance with the present invention has 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.

Abstract: A make-up compact has a hollow base, a lateral tray, a front cover and a slider. The base has a front surface and an oblique slot. The oblique slot is formed on the front surface and communicates with a chamber of the base. The lateral tray for containing cosmetics is slidably mounted in the base and has an edge and a longitudinal slot formed in the edge. The front cover is movably mounted on the base and has a rear surface and a transverse slot formed on the rear surface. The slider is slidably mounted in the longitudinal slot and protrudes through the oblique slot into the transverse slot. As the front cover moves, the front cover induces the slider to move the lateral tray for improved convenience.

Abstract: A device includes a base container delimiting an inner space receiving a first cosmetic product. It includes a compression wall, mounted so as to be slideably mobile in the inner space through an insertion aperture between an outer position and an inner position. The compression wall delimits through-passages for circulation of the first cosmetic product, each through-passage opening out into the inner space. The device includes a receptacle for mixing the cosmetic composition including the compression wall and a side wall displaceable together with the compression wall. The side wall protrudes from the compression wall and delimits a mixing space into which the through-passage opens out.