Classifications

• • 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
  • A45D34/00—Containers or accessories specially adapted for handling liquid toiletry or cosmetic substances, e.g. perfumes
  • A45D34/04—Appliances specially adapted for applying liquid, e.g. using roller or ball
  • A45D34/042—Appliances specially adapted for applying liquid, e.g. using roller or ball using a brush or the like
• • 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
  • A45D40/00—Casings or accessories specially adapted for storing or handling solid or pasty toiletry or cosmetic substances, e.g. shaving soaps or lipsticks
  • A45D40/26—Appliances specially adapted for applying pasty paint, e.g. using roller, using a ball
  • A45D40/262—Appliances specially adapted for applying pasty paint, e.g. using roller, using a ball using a brush or the like
• • 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
  • A45D44/00—Other cosmetic or toiletry articles, e.g. for hairdressers' rooms
• • 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
  • A45D34/00—Containers or accessories specially adapted for handling liquid toiletry or cosmetic substances, e.g. perfumes
  • A45D2034/002—Accessories

Definitions

• the present disclosure is directed to a interchangeable element for an adapter that connects a makeup applicator to an external device, and in particular a motion controlling device.
• Applicators come in wide variety of sizes, shapes and textures.
• Conventional mascara applicators include a wand with bristles.
• the wand includes a stem, with one end of the stem defining an applicator head having the bristles.
• the applicator head may be a flat comb, a tapered comb, or a curved comb.
• An applicator head can be thin for shorter lashes, or thick for thicker lashes.
• applicator heads may have a brush design to promote separation of eyelashes, or mother design to promote volume or coverage of eyelashes.
• the applicator head loaded with mascara is applied to the eyelashes. Mascara application with conventional applicators requires several brush passes.
• An end of the stem of the wand may be attached to a handle.
• the handle is typically a cone shape or cylinder shape, or in some cases a flat rectangular shape.
• Rotational stem brushes have been proposed that may reduce the need for a user to roll the handle during application of mascara.
• Rotating mascara brushes may be implemented by supporting a stem of the brush for rotational movement with respect to the handle.
• U.S. Patent 8,028,707 to Wyatt et al. describes a cosmetic applicator that includes a handle and a stem, with an applicator head coupled to the stem.
• An actuator is coupled to the applicator head for moving the applicator head in a vibrational motion.
• P Tahrekonson’s disease and essential tremor Person’s with a hand tremor will have difficulty holding a makeup applicator steady. Limited hand and arm mobility may be caused by cerebral palsy, spiral cord injury, Huntington’s disease, and post stroke defects. Person’s with limited hand and arm tremor will have difficulty holding a makeup applicator in a desired position at a certain angle. In addition, the various forms of applicators require different motions of the hand and arm.
• An aspect is an adapter to connect the motion stabilizing device or leveling device to any of several types of makeup applicators of varying sizes and shapes.
• An aspect is an adapter with one or more rotating elements to allow for ease of adj usting the angle of the makeup applicator.
• a first aspect is an adapter that connects any one of a variety of makeup applicators for applying makeup to a motion controlling device that directs movement of the makeup applicator, including a base component having a base connection for connecting the adapter to the motion controlling device in a certain orientation; and an end component having an end connection for connecting the adapter to a makeup applicator.
• the end component has a center axis through its center and is rotatably attached about the center axis to the base component with a structure for locking the end component in a certain rotated angle about the center axis.
• the base connection includes a pair of magnets positioned at opposite sides of the base connection, and in which the pair of magnets have a first polarization that attracts the motion stabilizing device in one orientation and repels the motion stabilizing device in another orientation.
• a sixth aspect in which the structure for locking the end component in a certain rotated angle about the center axis is a lockable detent that allows incremental rotation in one direction and locks to prevent rotation in a reverse rotation direction.
• a seventh aspect in which the end connection for connecting the adapter to a makeup applicator includes an opening for inserting and holding the makeup applicator within the opening.
• An eighth aspect in which the opening for holding the makeup applicator includes a plurality of rubber bumps protruding inside the opening in order to grasp a makeup applicator.
• a ninth aspect in which the plurality of rubber bumps are arranged in at least two ring patterns.
• the opening for holding the makeup applicator includes a plurality of equally spaced ribs protruding inside the opening extending in a depth direction of the opening in order to grasp the makeup applicator.
• a thirteenth aspect in which the opening for holding the makeup applicator is cylindrical shape.
• a fourteenth aspect in which the opening for holding the makeup applicator is tapered to a smaller diameter from an entrance to the opening.
• a fifteenth aspect in which the opening for holding the makeup applicator is a rectangular cross-section.
• a sixteenth aspect is a makeup applicator system, including an applicator stabilizer unit configured to stabilize an applicator in response to unintentional muscle motion caused by a user; and an applicator coupling element configured to removably-attach a makeup applicator to the applicator stabilizer unit
• the applicator coupling element is configured to removably-attach the makeup applicator to the applicator stabilizer unit via a bay onet coupling, a friction fit coupling, a magnetic coupling, a snap fit coupling, or a threaded coupling.
• the applicator coupling element includes at least of first attachment portion configured to removably-attach a makeup applicator to the applicator coupling element, and a second attachment portion configured to removably -attach the applicator coupling element to the applicator stabilizer unit.
• the applicator coupling element includes at least of first attachment portion configured to removably-attach a makeup applicator to the applicator coupling element, and a second attachment portion configured to removably-attach the applicator coupling element to the applicator stabilizer unit; and in which the first attachment portion and the second attachment portion include a bayonet coupling component, a friction fit coupling component, a magnetic coupling component, a snap fit coupling component, or a threaded coupling component.
• FIGs. 1 A, IB, 1C, ID, IE are schematics illustrating some different types of makeup applicators over a range of shapes and sizes;
• FIGs. 2A, 2B, 2C, 2D are schematics illustrating some different types of makeup applicators over a range of shapes and sizes;
• FIGs. 3 A, 3B, 3C are schematics illustrating makeup applicators that are inserted in handles
• FIG. 4 is a schematic illustrating a motion stabilizing device
• FIG. 5 is a schematic illustrating a leveling device
• FIG. 6 is a schematic illustrating the applicator stabilizer unit in an angled posture
• FIG. 7 is a diagram of internal components of the applicator stabilizer unit of FIG. 6;
• FIG. 8 is a diagram of an alternative configuration of internal components of the applicator stabilizer unit of FIG. 6;
• FIG. 9 is a perspective view of an applicator coupling element with multiple detents for rotation of the element in accordance with an exemplary aspect of the disclosure.
• FIG. 10 is a perspective view of an alternative applicator coupling element with multiple detents for rotation of the element in accordance with an exemplary aspect of the disclosure
• FIG. 11 is a perspective view of an applicator coupling element with a single detent for rotation in accordance with an exemplary aspect of the disclosure
• FIG. 12 is a perspective view of an alternative applicator coupling element with a single detent for rotation in accordance with an exemplary aspect of the disclosure
• FIG. 13 is a perspective view of an alternative applicator coupling element having a smaller diameter than the adapters of FIGs. 9-12;
• FIG. 14 is a schematic diagram showing a connection relationship for a motion stabilizing device and an applicator coupling element in accordance with an exemplary aspect of the disclosure
• FIG. 15 is a schematic diagram showing a connection relationship for a leveling device or an applicator stabilizer unit and an applicator coupling element in accordance with an exemplary aspect of the disclosure
• FIG. 16 is a schematic diagram showing a connection relationship for a motion stabilizing device, applicator coupling element and makeup applicators in accordance with an exemplary aspect of the disclosure
• FIG. 17 is a schematic diagram showing a connection relationship for a leveling device or an applicator stabilizer unit, applicator coupling element and makeup applicators in accordance with an exemplary aspect of the disclosure.
• FIGs. 18A, 18B, 18C illustrate different examples of using the applicator stabilizer unit with different applicators.
• an applicator coupling element also referred to as an adapter, that connects any of a variety of types of makeup applicators to a motion stabilizer device, a leveling device, or an applicator stabilizer unit.
• the applicator coupling element (or adapter), is configured to removably -attach the makeup applicator to the applicator stabilizer unit via a bayonet coupling, a friction fit coupling, a magnetic coupling, a snap fit coupling, or a threaded coupling.
• FIGs. 1 A, IB, 1C, ID, IE are schematics illustrating some different types of makeup applicators over a range of shapes and sizes.
• FIG. 1A is a wide-form applicator that may be used for application of creamy foundations, masks, bases or foundations.
• FIG. IB is a fine tip swab applicator that may be used for glosses or eyeliners.
• FIG. 1C is an applicator having a brush at its tip for application of eye mascara
• FIG. ID is brush applicator for application of face makeup or eye makeup.
• a brush may be small, medium or large and are round, square or tapered.
• FIG. IE is a flat puff applicator for application of powder, body shimmer or talcum powder.
• FIGs. 2A, 2B, 2C, 2D are schematics illustrating some different types of makeup applicators over a range of shapes and sizes.
• Some makeup applicators, especially those with brushes and puffs may have large diameter handles.
• the handles may be shaped, as in FIG.
• FIGs. 3 A, 3B, 3C are schematics illustrating makeup applicators that are inserted in handles.
• the applicators may be lip gloss brushes or mascara applicators.
• the handles may be tapered, as in FIG. 3A, or cylindrical, as in FIGs. 3B and 3C.
• FIG. 4 is a schematic illustrating a motion stabilizing device.
• the motion stabilizing device 400 may include a handle for easily holding the device, as well as a pair of magnets
• connection component 403 on either side of a connection component 405.
• the motion stabilizing device may include a circuit board 411 containing sensors, a controller and motors that control movement of the connection component 405 relative to the movement of a detected tremor.
• the sensors detect hand motion and the controller distinguishes unwanted tremor from the intended movement of the hand.
• the controller directs the motors to move the makeup applicator in the opposite direction of any detected tremor.
• FIG. 5 is a schematic illustrating a leveling device.
• the leveling device 500 includes a pair of magnets 503 on either side of a connector 505.
• the shape of the connector 505 and the orientation of the two magnets 503 ensures a one-way connection orientation with an external device.
• the leveling device may include a circuit board 511 containing sensors, a controller and motors that control movement of a connection component 521 to keep it level over a range of motion of the leveling device.
• the sensors detect changes from the intended movement of the hand in 3 dimensions.
• the controller directs the motors to bend a flexible joint, keeping the attached makeup applicator at the right angle.
• FIG. 6 is a schematic illustrating the applicator stabilizer unit in an angled posture.
• connection component 621 of the applicator stabilizer unit 600 is configured to contort between an upright posture and an angled posture (as shown in FIG. 6). This is accomplished with a hinge mechanism contained inside the connection component 621.
• FIG. 6 shows that the hinge mechanism is a self-leveling/motion stabilizing hinge.
• FIG. 7 is a diagram of internal components of the applicator stabilizing unit of FIG. 6.
• FIG. 7 shows a diagram of the internal components of applicator stabilizer unit 600 according to one embodiment
• the unit includes a power source 701, which may be a battery or the like.
• the applicator stabilizer unit 600 includes a printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) 703, which may include positional sensor circuitry 711, reader circuitry 713, control circuitiy 715, and communication interface
• PCBA printed circuit board assembly
• the PCBA may include at least one inertial sensor and at least one distributed motion sensor to detect unintentional muscle movements and measure signals related to these unintentional muscle movements that are created when a user adversely affects motion of the makeup applicator. These sensors also detect the motion of the stabilized output relative to the unit.
• the control circuitiy sends voltage commands in response to the signals to the motion generating elements to cancel the user's tremors or unintentional muscle movements. This cancellation maintains and stabilizes a position of the applicator, keeping it stable.
• control circuitry 715 comprises an electrical system capable of producing an electrical response from sensor inputs such as a programmable microcontroller or a field-programmable gate array (FPGA).
• control circuitry comprises an 8-bit ATMEGA8A programmable microcontroller manufactured by Atmel due to its overall low-cost, low-power consumption and ability to be utilized in high- volume applications.
• the at least one inertial sensor in the sensor circuitry is a sensor including but not limited to an accelerometer, gyroscope, or combination of the two.
• the at least one distributed motion sensor in the sensor circuitry is a contactless position sensor including but not limited to a hall-effect magnetic sensor.
• the system created by the combination of the sensor circuitry, the control circuitry, and tiie motion generating elements may be a closed-loop control system that senses motion and acceleration at various points in the system and feeds detailed information into a control algorithm that moves the motion-generating elements appropriately to cancel the net effect of a user's unintentional muscle movements and thus stabilize the position of the makeup applicator.
• the operation and details of the elements of the control system and control algorithm are understood in the art, as described in U.S. PG Publication 2014/0052275A1, incorporated herein by reference.
• the communication interface 717 may include a network controller such as
• connection component 621 of the applicator stabilizer unit 600 there may be two motive elements to allow 3-dimensional movement of the receiver as anti-shaking movement.
• the two motive elements include ay-axis motive element 705 and an x-axis motive element 707, each being connected to and controlled by the PCBA 703.
• Each of the motive elements may be servo motors as understood in the art.
• FIG. 6 is a diagram of an alternative configuration of internal components of the applicator stabilizer unit of FIG. 6.
• FIG. 8 shows a diagram of an alternative embodiment of the applicator stabilizer unit 600 in which the connection component 621 includes an electromagnetic positioner 811 instead of the motive elements shown in FIG. 7.
• the electromagnetic positioner 811 may include U-shaped magnetic cores 809 arrayed around a non-magnetic tube 805, which is filled with a magnetic fluid 813. Each of the magnetic cores has arm portions that are surrounded by windings 807.
• the magnetic cores may be controlled by the control circuitry in the PCBA 703 to act as a controllable active magnetic field- generating structure which is used to generate a variable magnetic field that acts upon the magnetic fluid, causing it to be displaced, thereby enabling the armature to be moved to a desired coordinate position and/or orientation.
• the details of implementing the electromagnetic positioner 811 may be found in U.S. Pat No. 6,553,161, which is incorporated herein by reference.
• An applicator coupling element may be configured to removably-attach a makeup applicator to the applicator stabilizer unit.
• the applicator coupling element may be configured to removably-attach the makeup applicator to the applicator stabilizer unit by any of several types of connections including but not limited to a bayonet coupling, a faction fit coupling, a magnetic coupling, a snap fit coupling, or a threaded coupling.
• the applicator coupling element may include at least of first attachment portion configured to removably-attach a makeup applicator to the applicator coupling element end a second attachment portion configured to removably-attach the applicator coupling element to the applicator stabilizer unit.
• the first attachment portion removably-attaches to the applicator via one of a bayonet coupling, a friction fit coupling, a magnetic coupling, a snap fit coupling, or a threaded coupling; and the second attachment portion removably-attaches to the applicator stabilizer unit via a different one of a bayonet coupling, a friction fit coupling, a magnetic coupling, a snap fit coupling, or a threaded coupling.
• the applicator coupling element may include at least of first attachment portion configured to removably-attach a makeup applicator to the applicator coupling element, and a second attachment portion configured to removably-attach the applicator coupling element to the applicator stabilizer unit.
• the first attachment portion and the second attachment portion include a bayonet coupling component, a friction fit coupling component, a magnetic coupling component, a snap fit coupling component, or a threaded coupling component
• FIG. 9 is a perspective view of an applicator coupling element (adapter) with multiple detents for rotation of the element in accordance with an exemplary aspect of tire disclosure.
• the applicator coupling dement 900 may have a diameter that is sufficient for mounting makeup applicators that are inserted into handles.
• a base portion 901 may include an opening
• the opening may be of other shapes, induding but not limited to, elliptical.
• the base portion 901 may indude a pair of magnets 923 to ensure correct orientation of the applicator coupling element 900 with the motion stabilizing device 400.
• the polarization of the magnets 923 may be such that in the proper orientation, the magnets
• the base portion 901 has a cylindrical exterior shape for ease combining with the end portion 907.
• the base portion 901 may take alternative shapes including an hour glass shape or tapered shape to accommodate an end portion 907 of a reduced or enlarged diameter.
• the applicator coupling element 900 includes multiple detents to allow for fine adjiEtment of the angle at which the applicator is positioned relative to the motion stabilization device 400.
• a first detent 903 allows rotation 913 relative to the base portion 901.
• a second detent 905 allows rotation 915 relative to the first detent 903.
• the detents may include one or more springs to apply force on the detents.
• the first and second detents 903, 905 may be configured as a locking detent having an arrangement of evenly spaced catches 931 around the circumference of a ring.
• the catches 931 allow aone- way rotation direction 913. The amount of angle rotation between lock positions depends on the number of catches 931. Having two detents 903, 905 may allow an angle of rotation between lock positions to be cut in half, enabling a finer degree of control.
• the catches 931 are wedge shaped to allow for ease of rotation between lock positions.
• the catches are rectangular tooth-shaped that insert into slots of an end tooth arrangement of a corresponding component.
• the detents 903, 905 and base 901 may be made of plastic or a metal alloy such as stainless steel or aluminum
• An opening 909 in an end portion 907 is shaped and sized to accept a makeup applicator having a handle.
• the opening 909 may have a circular cross section such that the opening 909 is cylindrical. In some embodiments, the opening 909 may have a rectangular cross section .
• bumps 911 may be arranged inside the opening 909.
• the bumps 911 may be evenly spaced in a linear arrangement around the inner circumference of the opening. More than one linear arrangement may be provided along the depth of the opening.
• the bumps 911 may be randomly arranged in the inner surface of the opening.
• the end portion 907 may be made of a soft compressible material such as rubber. In some embodiments, the bumps 911 may be rubber.
• the bumps 91 l may be positioned to accommodate makeup applicators of different shapes and sizes.
• the opening 909 may be tapered to a smaller cross section relative to an entrance to the opening 909.
• FIG. 10 is a perspective view of an alternative applicator coupling unit (adapter) with multiple detents for rotation of the applicator coupling element in accordance with an exemplary- aspect of the disclosure.
• the applicator coupling element 1000 indudes abase portion 1001 may include an opening 1021 of a shape to receive the connection component 405 of the motion stabilizing device 400.
• the base portion 1001 may include a pair of magnets 1023 to ensure correct orientation of the adapter 1000 with the motion stabilizing device 400.
• the polarization of the magnets 1023 may be such that in the proper orientation, the magnets 403 will be attracted to the corresponding magnets 1023. In an improper orientation, the magnets 403 will be repelled by the magnets 1023.
• the magnetic force between the magnets 1023 and 403 is used to hold the adapter 1000 to the motion stabilizing device 400.
• the applicator coupling unit 1000 includes multiple detents to allow for fine adjustment of the angle at which the makeup applicator is rotated relative to a central axis of the motion stabilization device 400.
• a first detent 1003 allows rotation
• a second detent 1005 allows rotation 1015 relative to the first detent 1003.
• the first and second detents 1003, 1005 may be configured as a locking detent having an arrangement of evenly spaced catches 1031 around the circumference of a ring.
• the catches 1031 allow a one-way rotation.
• the catches 1031 are wedge shaped.
• the catches are rectangular tooth-shaped that insert into slots of an end tooth arrangement of a corresponding component.
• 1003, 1005 and base 1001 may be made of plastic.
• An opening 1009 in an end portion 1007 is sized to accept a makeup applicator having a handle.
• ribs 1011 may be arranged inside the opening 1009.
• the ribs 1011 may be evenly spaced in a circular arrangement around the inner circumference of the opening.
• the ribs 1011 may extend the entire depth of the opening.
• the end portion 1007 may be made of a soft compressible material such as rubber.
• FIG. 11 is a perspective view of an applicator coupling unit (adapter) with a single detent for rotation in accordance with an exemplary aspect of the disclosure.
• the applicator coupling element 1100 is similar in structure to the applicator coupling element 900, but includes only a single detail 1103.
• FIG. 12 is a perspective view of an alternative applicator coupling element (adapter) with a single detent for rotation in accordance with an exemplary aspect of the disclosure.
• the applicator coupling element 1200 is similar in structure to the applicator coupling element 1000, but includes only a single detent 1203.
• FIG. 13 is a perspective view of an alternative applicator coupling element (adapter) having a smaller diameter than the elements of FIGs. 9-12.
• the applicator coupling element adapter
• the applicator coupling element 1300 may be of a smaller diameter to accommodate a leveler or stabilizing device that has a smaller connection interface. Similar to the elements 900, 1000, 1100, 1200, the applicator coupling element 1300 includes a base portion 1301 may include an opening 1321 of a shape to receive the connection component 505 of the applicator stabilizer unit 500. The base portion 1301 may include a pair of magnets 1323 to ensure correct orientation of the applicator coupling element 1300 with the applicator stabilizer unit 500. In particular, the polarization of the magnets 1323 may be such that in the proper orientation, the magnets 503 will be attracted to the corresponding magnets 1323. In an improper orientation, the magnets
• 503 is used to hold the applicator coupling element 1300 to the applicator stabilizer unit 500.
• the applicator coupling element 1300 max’ include a detent to allow for adjustment of the angle at which the makeup applicator is positioned relative to the applicator stabilizer unit 500.
• the applicator coupling element 1300 may include multiple detents for fine adjustment of the rotation angle of the makeup applicator.
• a detent 1303 allows rotation 1313 relative to the base portion 1301.
• the detents 1305 may be configured as a locking detent having an arrangement of evenly spaced catches 1331 around the circumference of a ring.
• the catches 1331 allow a one-way rotation.
• the catches 1331 are wedge shaped.
• the catches are rectangular tooth-shaped that insert into slots of an end tooth arrangement of a corresponding component.
• the detent 1303 and base 1301 may be made of plastic.
• An opening 1309 in an end portion 1307 is sized to accept a small diameter makeup applicator such as a wand.
• ribs 1311 may be arranged inside the opening 1309.
• the ribs 1311 may be evenly spaced in a circular arrangement around the inner circumference of the opening.
• the ribs 1311 may extend the entire depth of the opening.
• the end portion 1307 may be made of a soft compressible material such as rubber.
• FIG. 14 is a schematic diagram showing a connection relationship for a motion stabilizing device and an applicator coupling element in accordance with an exemplary aspect of the disclosure.
• the magnetic force between the magnets 923 and 403 is used to hold the applicator coupling element 900 to the motion stabilizing device 400 when the connector 405 is inserted into the opening 921.
• the motion stabilizing device 400 is configured to apply a motion to the connector 405 which causes a vertical angular motion 1401 of the applicator coupling element 900.
• FIG. 15 is a schematic diagram showing a connection relationship for a leveling device or an applicator stabilizer unit and an applicator coupling elemait in accordance with an exemplary aspect of the disclosure.
• the leveling device 500 is configured to apply a motion to the connector 505 which causes a vertical angular motion 1501 of the applicator coupling element 1300.
• the vertical angular motion 1501 is a wider range of motion than the motion 1401 as the motion allows the applicator coupling element 1300 to remain level over a range of orientations of the leveling device.
• FIG. 16 is a schematic diagram showing a connection relationship for a motion stabilizing device, applicator coupling element (adapter) and makeup applicators in accordance with an exemplary aspect of the disclosure.
• the applicator coupling element adapter
• (adapter) 900, 1000, 1100, 1200 may be used to join makeup applicators that have a wide diameter, such as applicators 101, 205, or are mounted to a handle of wide diameter, such as
• the detent 903 allows the applicator coupling element 900, 1000, 1100, 1200 to be rotated and locked at a rotate angle 1013.
• Multiple detents may be used to allow a finder control over the rotation angle 1013.
• FIG. 17 is a schematic diagram showing a connection relationship for a leveling device or an applicator stabilizer unit, applicator coupling element (adapter) and makeup applicators in accordance with an exemplary aspect of the disclosure.
• the applicator coupling element (adapter) 1300 may be used to join makeup applicators, such as applicators 103, 105,
• the detent 1303 allows the applicator coupling element 1300 to be rotated and locked at a rotation angle 1313.
• the applicator coupling elements 900, 1000, 1100, 1200, 1300 may be provided in various sizes so that the motion stabilizing device 400 may be used with makeup applicators of small diameters, or so that the applicator stabilizer unit 1300 may be used with makeup applicators of large diameters or inserted into handles.
• FIGS. 18A-18C show different example of using the applicator stabilizer unit 500 with different applicators, such as a nail polish applicator in 18A, a mascara brush in 18B, and a lipstick applicator in 18C.

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