EP1742552B1 - Pinces a usage cosmétique - Google Patents

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EP1742552B1
EP1742552B1 EP05735718.8A EP05735718A EP1742552B1 EP 1742552 B1 EP1742552 B1 EP 1742552B1 EP 05735718 A EP05735718 A EP 05735718A EP 1742552 B1 EP1742552 B1 EP 1742552B1
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Nicole Sgobero
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45D—HAIRDRESSING OR SHAVING EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT FOR COSMETICS OR COSMETIC TREATMENTS, e.g. FOR MANICURING OR PEDICURING
    • A45D26/00—Hair-singeing apparatus; Apparatus for removing superfluous hair, e.g. tweezers
    • A45D26/0066—Tweezers

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  • the present invention relates to forceps for cosmetic use.
  • the present invention relates in particular to tweezers for cosmetic use.
  • the tweezers are small forceps formed of a generally flat end which extends into two branches acting like a spring and which make it possible to seize very small objects or to carry out work of great precison. Some tweezers are intended for cosmetic use. They are generally used for hair removal, their small size allowing in particular to grasp and tear the hair accurately.
  • the tweezers of the prior art are generally thin and long Their branches are therefore narrow and elongated This commonly accepted form, however, has several disadvantages. Indeed, the handling of the tweezers of the prior art can prove difficult, especially for people with reduced dexterity such as the elderly The tweezers of the prior art also have a tendency to roll involuntarily between the fingers of the user , for example when the latter presses too strongly or crookedly on the branches.
  • the document GB 29221 describes a pair of leg-shaped tweezers, with the back of the thighs resting on the palm of the hand, and the extremities grasped between thumb and forefinger.
  • the robustness of the tweezers is improved, but their relatively large size makes them difficult to grip for people with reduced dexterity.
  • An object of the present invention is to provide tweezers for cosmetic use does not have the disadvantages of tweezers for cosmetic use of the prior art.
  • tweezers of the invention comprise a preferably metal frame 1 comprising an end 2, preferably narrow and for example flat, for accurately grasping small objects.
  • an end 2 preferably narrow and for example flat
  • the shape of the end 2 is preferably adapted to the intended use of the tweezers. It can for example be pointed, angled, etc.
  • the tweezers of the invention are intended for cosmetic use.
  • the end 2 is thus preferably adapted to this kind of use, in particular to the gripping and tearing of human hair.
  • the maximum width of the branches 3 is for example at least equal to half, preferably both third, of the average width of the thumb resting area of an adult of average body size when the tweezers are actuated so as to provide the frame 1 with flexural and torsional stiffness along the longitudinal axis and thus offer optimum comfort and precision of use.
  • the maximum width of the branches3 is at least equal to the average width of the thumb support area of an adult of average body size when the tweezers are actuated.
  • the maximum length of the branches3 is preferably less than the average length of the thumb of an adult of average body size.
  • the average width of the bearing zone of the thumb of an adult of average body size when operating the tweezers has been evaluated at about 20mm while the average length of the thumb is around 55mm, males and females combined.
  • the maximum width of the branches 3 is thus preferably greater than 20 mm, while their maximum length is preferably less than 55 mm.
  • the maximum width of the branches3 is at least equal to one third of their maximum length.
  • the maximum width of the branches 3 is at least equal to half of their maximum length.
  • the branches 3 widen from the end 2 to less than half their length and then retain their maximum width to the connecting zone 32 connecting the two branches 3 and being at the other end.
  • the outer dimensions of the widest part of the branches 3, which thus relaxes at least half their length, are thus substantially those of a square.
  • the end 2 is however preferably narrow, similar to that of tweezers of the prior art, so as to allow the easy and isolated capture of very small objects such as for example human hair, etc.
  • the maximum width of the end 2 is thus preferably less than one-third of the maximum width of the branches 3. In a still preferred version, the maximum width of the end 2 is preferably less than one fifth of the maximum width of the branches3.
  • each branch 3 is interconnected by means of flexible blades 30 preferably formed in the widest part of the branches 3, acting in the manner of a spring against the closure of the tweezers 1.
  • each branch 3 comprises two blades 30, each blade 30 extending the corresponding blade 30 of the other branch 3.
  • the spring effect maintaining the open tweezers 1 is preferably provided mainly by the flexibility of the blades 30 themselves.
  • the flexibility of the blades 30 is for example determined and controlled by the formation of a recess 31 on each blade 30 decreasing locally the thickness of the latter.
  • the recesses 31 allow, in particular by the choice of their dimensions and of their symmetry, to determine with precision the degree of flexibility of each blade 30 as well as the zone and the direction in which the majority of the bending will take place during the use of the tweezers 1.
  • the recesses 31 are preferably located as far as possible from the end 2 in order to reduce as much as possible the angle formed between the branches 3 when the tweezers are closed and to guarantee an optimal transmission on the end 2 of the force exerted on branches 3 by the user.
  • the blades 30 of each limb 3 are preferably connected to the corresponding blades 30 of the other limb 3 by connecting regions 32 which are practically not deformed when the tweezers 1 are actuated, even if the bearing force on the limbs 3 is very high.
  • the bonding areas 32 are for example of the same material as the blades 30 but substantially wider than the latter, so that their rigidity is also substantially higher.
  • the rigidity of the connection zones 32 ensures in particular that the end 2 of the tweezers closes properly, avoiding any lateral offset between the branches 3.
  • connection zones 32 determine a certain spacing of the branches3 between them, which allows that, when the tweezers of the invention are open in the rest position, the opening angle between the branches 3 is relatively weak, or that the branches3 are substantially parallel.
  • the low angle of opening between the branches 3 when the end 2 is open thus provides the tweezers of the invention with optimum comfort of use and improved aesthetic appearance despite branches 3 relatively short.
  • the two blades 30 of the same branch 3 are preferably arranged on each side of the branch 3 so as to be as far apart as possible from each other. This arrangement allows an optimal control of the accuracy of the closure of the flat end 2 during the actuation of the tweezers 1.
  • the spacing of the blades 30 connecting the branches 3 between them makes it possible to prevent the latter from shifting. laterally with respect to each other during their closure.
  • blades 30 of each limb 3 can be selected during the design of the tweezers of the invention, for example to adapt these last for a particular use and / or to confer a specific resistance.
  • Branches 3 tweezers 1 of the invention can for example include one, two, three flexible blades or moreaccordons aesthetic appearance and / or desired operating comfort.
  • the armature 1 of the tweezers of the invention is preferably formed by electroerosion and then by folding a metal plate.
  • the two branches 3 are thus cut symmetrically and interconnected by the connecting zones 32. Once cut, the reinforcement is folded at the connection areas 32. The folding is performed with the greatest precision in order to ensure proper alignment of the branches3 and the desired spacing between them.
  • each branch 3 is for example manufactured separately and then fixed directly or through a connecting element by the end of its blades 30 to another branch 3.
  • the fixing is done for example by welding, gluing, etc..
  • Such an embodiment however has the disadvantage that it is more expensive, more fragile and generally less accurate.
  • the tweezers of the invention are preferably grasped by the two branches3 by a user, for example between the thumb and forefinger of the same hand.
  • the tweezers of the invention are preferably grasped with the thumb pointing upward while the index is bent against the lower branch.
  • seizure of the tweezers allows the user to exert a greater force on the end 2 than in the case of tweezers of the prior art which are generally actuated with the fingertips.
  • the user exerts pressure on the outer surfaces of the legs 3, preferably on an area between the recesses 31 and the flat end 2.
  • the flexible blades 30 then bend substantially in the area of the recess 31 while the rest branches 3 retain their original shape, which has the effect of closing the flat end 2, for example to grab a small object.
  • the tweezers 1 then open under the spring force of the blades 30 which resume their initial position.
  • the end 2 is off-center with respect to the branches 3 and is connected to the latter along an axis different from their longitudinal axis.
  • This off-center and off-axis position of the end 2 makes it possible to prevent the wide part of the frame 1 from interfering with the user's visibility when using the tweezers of the invention.
  • This position also allows a good hold of the wide part of the frame 1 in the palm of the hand of the user while ensuring optimal access to the end 2.
  • the skilled person will understand that other position are possible for the end 2. It can in particular be centered relative to the branches3 and / or connected to the latter along an axis parallel to their longitudinal axis.
  • the width of the branches 3 allows to offer the user a large support surface for the actuation of the tweezers against the spring force of the blades 30. Even a person with reduced dexterity is thus able to easily grasp the tweezers of the invention between two fingers to close them.
  • the width ofbranches3 prevents them from sliding between the fingers of the user and / or tweezers turn involuntarily when closed, even strongly or crooked.
  • the width of the branches3 also offers better stability of the armature 1 relative to the end 2.
  • the width of the armature 1, in particular the large surface of the arms 3, furthermore makes it possible to easily attach additional elements enabling them, for example, to further widen the bearing surface on the branches 3, to offer a more pleasant and less slippery contact surface than that of the frame and / or to offer the tweezers of the invention a particular aspect, for example for reasons that are aesthetic, ergonomic and / or advertising.
  • the additional element or elements fixed on the branches 3 also make it possible to bring new functionalities to the tweezers of the invention.
  • the branches3 comprise fastening elements, for example openings 38, 39 and / or notches 37 for fixing therefor, for example by removable wise clip additional elements in molded or injected synthetic material and provided with suitable fasteners for cooperating with those of branches 3.
  • FIGS 4 to 6 illustrate for example an alternative embodiment of the invention wherein each leg 3 comprises a lid 9 fixed on its outer surface and covering almost completely.
  • the lids 9 thus give the tweezers a particular aesthetic appearance while still widening the support surfaces that can be used to actuate them.
  • Each cover 9 preferably comprises fixing elements 97, 99 partially visible on the Figures 4 and 6 and cooperating with the openings 39 and indentations 37 of the corresponding branch 3.
  • the covers 9 are heart-shaped and therefore have an obvious aesthetic appearance.
  • the shape and / or material of the latter may in particular be varied at will in order to give the tweezers of the invention the ease of handling and / or the desired aesthetic appearance.
  • the lids may for example provide a particularly ergonomic support surface, suitable for example for left-handed or righties. They can also be decorative elements similar to jewelry and include for example precious materials, crimped stones, etc. They may also include advertising registrations. Those skilled in the art will also understand that the additional elements attached to the frame 1 may not completely cover its outer surface.
  • the additional elements fixed on the branches 3 provide additional functionalities to the tweezers 1 of the invention.
  • at least one of the additional elements comprises for example a watch, a thermometer, a lamp for example to illuminate the end 2 when pressure is exerted on the branches 3, etc.
  • the additional elements for example the covers 9, are preferably removably attached to the branches 3 so that they are easily interchangeable without any particular tool, nor can damage the tweezers 1 irreversibly. According to the invention, it is thus possible to offer the user several different additional elements offering for example each other functionalities, another ergonomics and / or a different aesthetic appearance. The user is thus able to adapt the tweezers of the invention according to his taste and / or his needs by fixing the additional elements of his choice among those at his disposal.
  • An advantage of the tweezers 1 of the invention is that, given the width of the branches 3 and their short length, they are not considered as dangerous objects according to the new standards in force in the field of air transport. They can be taken by a traveler in an airplane cabin and used during the trip.
  • the two branches 3 of the tweezers 1 are substantially wider than the flat end 2, preferably at least as wide as the thumb of a adult user of average body size.
  • only one limb is wide and comprises for example fixing elements for fixing an additional element, while the other limb is narrow and elongated, similar to a branch of tweezers of the art prior.
  • the armature 1 of the tweezers of the invention is metallic and comprises the end 2 of the same material.
  • a reinforcement of another material for example of molded or injected synthetic material, and comprising a metallic end 2 constituted for example by a pair of fixed metal pins, for example reported, to the synthetic frame.

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CN100571570C (zh) 2009-12-23
JP2007536039A (ja) 2007-12-13
BRPI0510238B1 (pt) 2017-04-25
BRPI0510238A (pt) 2007-10-23
WO2005112686A1 (fr) 2005-12-01
CA2565119C (fr) 2012-09-25
US8388648B2 (en) 2013-03-05
EP1742552A1 (fr) 2007-01-17
RU2006142699A (ru) 2008-06-10
HK1105339A1 (en) 2008-02-15
RU2409301C2 (ru) 2011-01-20
MXPA06012704A (es) 2007-03-26
ES2566621T3 (es) 2016-04-14
JP4904453B2 (ja) 2012-03-28

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