KR20240070648A - Method and electric applicator for reattaching false eyelash extensions and curling natural eyelashes and false eyelash extensions attached to natural eyelashes - Google Patents

Abstract

The device includes a handle and a pair of opposing arms coupled to the handle. Each arm includes a first section having a first curve disposed between a first end portion and a second end portion of the first section. The first curve is shaped to align closely with the eye's lash line. The apparatus includes a heating unit coupled to the pair of opposing arms and configured to heat a first section of each arm.

Description

Method and electric applicator for reattaching false eyelash extensions and curling natural eyelashes and false eyelash extensions attached to natural eyelashes

Embodiments of the present disclosure relate generally to applicators for natural lash and artificial lash extensions, and more specifically, to reattach artificial lash extensions and apply them to natural lashes and/or natural lashes. It relates to an electric applicator for curling attached false eyelash extensions.

Faux eyelash extensions have been conventionally used to enhance the length, thickness and fullness of natural eyelashes. Some faux eyelashes can be applied directly to an individual's eyelids. Faux eyelashes may be provided in strips (and thus also referred to as “strip lashes”) that can be trimmed to fit the individual's eyelid width.

The following is a simplified summary of the disclosure to provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the disclosure. This summary is not an extensive overview of the disclosure. It is not intended to identify key or critical elements of the disclosure, nor to delineate any scope of the claims or any scope of particular embodiments of the disclosure. Its sole purpose is to present some concepts of the disclosure in a simplified form as a prelude to the more detailed description that is presented later.

Aspects of the present disclosure include a handle; a pair of opposing arms coupled to the handle, each arm comprising a first section having a first curvature disposed between a first end portion and a second end portion of the first section; the first curve is shaped to align closely with the lash line of the eye; and a heating unit coupled to the pair of opposing arms and configured to heat a first section of each arm.

In some embodiments, the device further includes a cooling unit configured to cool the first section of each arm.

In some embodiments, each arm further includes a first side opposite a second side and an interior surface opposite an exterior surface, the interior surface and exterior surface extending between the first side and the second side.

In some embodiments, the first section of each arm includes a second curve disposed between the first end portion and the second end portion and along at least a portion of the first side corresponding to the first section, The bend is positioned opposite the first bend.

In some embodiments, the first curve is disposed along at least a portion of the second side corresponding to the first section, wherein the first curve is a concave curve and the second curve is a convex curve.

In some embodiments, at least a portion of the interior surface corresponding to the first section includes a substantially planar surface.

In some embodiments, at least a portion of the inner surface corresponding to the first section of the opposing arm is designed to apply pressure to the natural eyelashes and one or more false eyelash extensions arranged on the underside of the natural eyelashes.

In some embodiments, at least a portion of the outer surface corresponding to the first section includes a curved portion having a third curved surface located between the first side and the second side.

In some embodiments, the third bend of the curve of the first section is designed to curl one or more of the natural eyelashes or one or more false eyelash extensions arranged on the lower side of the natural eyelashes.

In some embodiments, each arm further includes a second section positioned between the first section and the handle, wherein the second section of each arm is configured to transition the first section from an open position to a closed position. They are configured to press against each other.

In some embodiments, at least the outer surface of the second section includes an insulating material.

In some embodiments, the heating unit further includes a heating member extending within the first section of each arm, the heating member conducting thermal energy to the first section of each arm.

In some embodiments, the heating element includes a resistor wire.

In some embodiments, the cooling unit further includes a cooling member extending within the first section of each arm.

In some embodiments, the cooling member of the cooling unit and the heating member of the heating unit are the same member.

In some embodiments, the heating unit includes a thermoelectric component.

In some embodiments, the heating unit and cooling unit include the same thermoelectric component.

In some embodiments, the outer surface of the first section includes a non-adhesive material.

In some embodiments, the non-stick material includes silicone.

In some embodiments, the device is configured to transition from an open position to a closed position in response to application of pressure to the pair of opposing arms, wherein the pair of opposing arms are separated from each other.

In some embodiments, the device open position is the default position.

In some embodiments, in the closed position, an interior surface corresponding to the first section of one of the pair of opposing arms is configured to contact an opposing interior surface of the other of the pair of opposing arms.

In some embodiments, at least a portion of the first section is joined to the second section, and the joint is closer to the second end portion of the first section than to the first end portion.

In some embodiments, the first section, second section and handle extend longitudinally toward the proximal end.

In some embodiments, the apex of the concave curvature is oriented distally from the second end portion and proximally from the first end portion, such that the concave curvature is directed opposite the first side corresponding to the first section.

In some embodiments, the first end portion of the first section of each arm includes a distal end.

In some embodiments, the distal end of each arm is a single-ended distal end.

In some embodiments, the first curve of the first section is designed to align substantially flush with the shape of the lash line.

One aspect of the disclosure includes: obtaining an electric applicator including a pair of opposing arms and a heating unit, each arm disposed between a first end portion and a second end portion of the first section. comprising a first section having a first curve; activating a heating unit of the electric applicator to heat a first section of each arm; positioning the heated electric applicator in an aligned orientation over the user's eye area, wherein the first bend of each arm is positioned to align with the lash line of a natural eyelash; and returning the heated electric applicator to a closed position by closing a first section of the pair of opposing arms on the natural eyelash and the false eyelash extension attached to the natural eyelash.

In some embodiments, the method further includes maintaining the heated electric applicator in a closed position for a first period of time to soften the adhesive used to attach the false eyelash extensions to the natural eyelashes.

In some embodiments, the method includes: rotating a heated electric applicator in a closed position along an axis of rotation to transition the heated electric applicator from an aligned orientation to a rotated orientation - in the rotated orientation, at least one of the natural eyelashes. the portion and at least a portion of the false eyelash extension are in contact with the outer surface of the first section of at least one of the pair of opposing arms of the heated electric applicator; and maintaining the heated electric applicator in a closed position and rotated orientation for a second period of time to curl one or more of the natural eyelashes or the artificial eyelash extensions.

In some embodiments, the method includes: removing the heated electrical applicator from the eye area; activating a cooling unit of the electric applicator to cool the first section of each arm; positioning the cooled electric applicator in the aligned orientation over the user's eye area; Returning the cooled electric applicator to the closed position; and maintaining the cooled electric applicator in the closed position for a third period of time to cure the adhesive used to attach the false eyelash extension to the natural eyelash.

In some embodiments, the method includes: applying an adhesive to a user's natural eyelashes; Arranging the artificial eyelash extensions to natural eyelashes; and attaching the arranged artificial eyelash extensions to the natural eyelashes using an adhesive.

In some embodiments, applying, arranging, and attaching are performed during a first application session, and activating, positioning, and translating are performed during a second application session.

In some embodiments, false eyelash extensions are attached to the underside of natural eyelashes.

In some embodiments, each arm further includes a first side opposite a second side and an interior surface opposite an exterior surface, the interior surface and exterior surface extending between the first side and the second side.

In some embodiments, the first section of each arm includes a second curve disposed between the first end portion and the second end portion and along at least a portion of the first side corresponding to the first section, The bend is positioned opposite the first bend.

In some embodiments, the first curve is disposed along at least a portion of the second side corresponding to the first section, wherein the first curve is a concave curve and the second curve is a convex curve.

In some embodiments, at least a portion of the interior surface corresponding to the first section includes a substantially planar surface.

In some embodiments, at least a portion of the interior surface corresponding to the first section of the opposing arm is designed to apply pressure to natural eyelashes and false eyelash extensions attached to natural eyelashes.

In some embodiments, at least a portion of the outer surface corresponding to the first section includes a surface having a third curve located between the first side and the second side.

In some embodiments, at least a portion of the outer surface corresponding to the first section is designed to curl one or more of natural eyelashes or false eyelash extensions attached to natural eyelashes.

The present disclosure is illustrated by way of example and not by way of limitation, in the accompanying drawings, in which like references indicate like elements. It should be noted that different references to “an embodiment” or “one embodiment” in this disclosure may, but need not, be the same embodiment, and such references mean at least one.
1 is an illustration of an eye region, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
2 is an illustration of an exemplary false eyelash extension, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
3 is an illustration of another exemplary false eyelash extension, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
4A is an illustration of an electrical applicator, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
4B is an illustration of an applicator in a closed position, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
4C is an illustration of electrical components of an electrical applicator, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
5A-5G are examples illustrating the operation of attaching false eyelash extensions to natural eyelashes and using an electric applicator to curl the attached false eyelash extensions, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
6A-6E are examples illustrating operations for reattaching false eyelash extensions to natural eyelashes, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
7A-7C are flow diagrams illustrating operations for attaching false eyelash extensions, curling false eyelash extensions, and reattaching false eyelash extensions, according to an embodiment of the present invention.
The drawings depict various embodiments for illustrative purposes only. Those skilled in the art will readily recognize that alternative embodiments may be employed without departing from the principles as disclosed herein.

As mentioned above, eyelash extensions have been used to enhance the length, thickness and fullness of natural eyelashes. Strip eyelashes applied to a user's eyelids are easily distinguishable from the user's natural eyelashes and may become mismatched if worn for long periods of time. Some eyelash extensions are applied to an individual's natural eyelashes hair by hair or, in some cases, cluster by cluster. Due to the precise nature of the application of single hairs or clusters, a skilled technician can perform the application of the single hairs or clusters. These services can cost hundreds of dollars and take up to several hours to complete.

In some cases, an individual may wish to curl the individual's natural eyelashes and/or eyelash extensions applied to the individual's natural eyelashes. Due to the unique geometry and sensitivity of the eye area, existing tools either cannot use heat to curl natural lashes and/or artificial eyelash extensions or are unsuitable for curling natural lashes and/or eyelash extensions. It can have different features.

In still other cases, eyelash extensions worn by an individual may fall off or otherwise reduce their bond to the individual's natural eyelashes. An individual may wish to improve bond quality and increase the amount of time the eyelash extensions can be worn by the individual.

To address the above-mentioned and other difficulties, disclosed herein is an electric applicator designed to curl one or more of natural eyelashes or artificial eyelash extensions attached to natural eyelashes. Electric applicators provide a new and improved method of curling eyelashes, false eyelash extensions, or both, that is more controlled than conventional solutions. Electric applicators can also be used to reattach false eyelash extensions that were previously applied (e.g., several days ago) to natural eyelashes to improve and extend the bonding time between the natural eyelashes and the false eyelash extensions.

In some embodiments, the electric applicator includes a handle and a pair of opposing arms coupled to the handle. Each arm includes a section having a first bend between a first end portion and a second end portion of the section. The first curve is shaped to align closely with the eyelash line in the eye area. The electric applicator includes a heating unit configured to heat a section of each arm (eg, both the inner and outer surfaces of the section).

In some embodiments, the electric applicator includes a cooling unit for cooling a section of each arm.

In some embodiments, at least a portion of the interior surface corresponding to the first section of each arm is substantially flat and presses against the natural eyelash and one or more false eyelash extensions attached to the natural eyelash (e.g., on the underside thereof). Includes a surface designed to be applied. In some embodiments, at least a portion of the outer surface corresponding to the first section includes a curved portion having a curved surface located between the first and second sides of each arm. The bending of the curved portion of the first section is designed to curl (with heat) one or more of the natural eyelashes or one or more false eyelash extensions attached to the natural eyelashes.

In an exemplary embodiment for curling natural eyelashes and artificial eyelash extensions, the electric applicator can be heated to a desired temperature. The heated electric applicator can be closed on the natural eyelashes and the false eyelash extensions applied thereon, such that the heated inner surface of the arm of the heated electric applicator contacts and applies pressure to the natural eyelashes and false eyelash extensions therebetween. . The heated electric applicator can be rotated about the axis of rotation and the natural eyelashes and/or false eyelash extensions can be brought into contact with the heated outer surface (which can also be curved) of a section of at least one arm. Contact between the natural eyelashes and/or false eyelash extensions and the inner and outer surface(s) of the heated arm(s) of the electric applicator works to set the curl of the natural eyelashes and/or false eyelash extensions. It can be maintained for a period of time.

In another exemplary embodiment for reattaching false eyelash extensions that have been glued to the natural eyelashes using an adhesive, the electric applicator can be heated to a desired temperature. The original attachment of the false eyelash extensions may have occurred over a period of time, such as several days, prior to reattachment. The heated electric applicator can be closed on the natural eyelashes and the false eyelash extensions applied thereon, such that the heated inner surface of the arm of the heated electric applicator contacts and applies pressure to the natural eyelashes and false eyelash extensions therebetween. . The originally applied adhesive may begin to soften and redistribute between the natural eyelashes and the adjacent false eyelash extensions. After a period of one hour, the heated electric applicator can be removed and the cooling unit of the electric applicator can be activated. The pair of opposing arms can be cooled to a desired temperature and closed over natural eyelashes, false eyelash extensions and redistributed adhesive. Redistributive adhesives can cure, regenerate and improve the bond between natural eyelashes and false eyelash extensions, thereby extending the period of time over which the false eyelash extensions can be worn.

1 is an illustration of an eye region, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. As shown in FIG. 1, eye region 100, such as the human eye region, includes upper natural eyelashes 102A (herein referred to as “natural eyelashes 102A,” “natural eyelashes 102A,” or “natural eyelashes 102A”). (also referred to herein as “eyelashes 102A”) and lower natural eyelashes 102B (also referred to herein as “natural eyelashes 102B,” “natural eyelashes 102B,” or “natural eyelashes 102B”) may include. Natural eyelashes 102A and 102B may have a bottom side and a top side opposite the bottom side. For example, natural eyelashes 102A illustrate the lower side 108. Natural eyelash 102B illustrates normal side 110. Natural eyelashes 102A and 102B are collectively referred to herein as natural eyelashes 102.

Eye area 100 is comprised of an upper lash line 104 (also referred to herein as “eyelash line 104”) and an upper waterline 106 (also referred to herein as “waterline 106”). includes). In some embodiments, an eyelash line, such as the upper lash line 104 or the lower lash line of natural eyelashes 102B, may include the area between natural eyelashes. In some embodiments, the eyelash line may be curved and follow the alignment of natural eyelashes 102. In some embodiments, upper lash line 104 covers some area of skin above (e.g., directly above) natural eyelashes 102A and/or below (e.g., directly below) natural eyelashes 102A. It can be included. Similarly, the lower lash line may include some area of skin below (e.g., directly below) and/or above (e.g., directly above) natural eyelashes 102B.

In some embodiments, a water line (also referred to herein as a “wetline”), such as upper water line 106 corresponding to natural eyelash 102A and lower water line corresponding to natural eyelash 102B. may include an area (or line) of skin exposed between the natural eyelashes 102 and the eye.

As used herein, spatially relative terms such as “under,” “upper,” “lower,” “top,” “bottom,” etc. refer to one element relative to another element. Refers to the relative position of the elements of . Unless otherwise specified, spatially relative terms are not intended to be limited to absolute orientations, but are intended to include different orientations of elements in addition to those depicted in the drawings (e.g., rotated 90 degrees, flipped, etc.) do. For example, if an element in a figure is rotated 180 degrees, an element described as a “top” element may then be considered oriented as a “bottom” element, without departing from aspects of the present disclosure.

2 is an illustration of an exemplary false eyelash extension, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. 3 is an illustration of another exemplary false eyelash extension, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.

In some embodiments, one or more of false eyelash extensions 200 or false eyelash extensions 300 (both also referred to herein as “eyelash extensions” or “false eyelash extensions”) is a natural eyelash of a user. It is designed or constructed for application to natural eyelashes, such as the bottom side or even the top side of the user's natural eyelashes. In some embodiments, one or more of false eyelash extensions 200 or false eyelash extensions 300 may be part of a set of multiple false eyelash extensions. In some embodiments, one or more of false eyelash extensions 200 or false eyelash extensions 300, e.g., a plurality of false eyelash extensions may be located below a natural eyelash (e.g., natural eyelash 102A). It may be a “full” segment of false eyelash extensions, such that when arranged adjacent to each other on the sides, the arranged false eyelash extensions span the length of a natural eyelash. In some embodiments, a false eyelash extension (e.g., segment) may be shorter than the horizontal length of a natural eyelash (e.g., the length of the lash line). In other embodiments, the false eyelash extensions may be longer such that the false eyelash extensions are “full” false eyelash extensions that span substantially the horizontal length of a natural eyelash. The false eyelash extensions may be arranged to be substantially aligned with the user's eyelash line. In some embodiments, using false eyelash extensions that are independent segments can allow individual false eyelash extensions to move independently when coupled to the underside of a natural eyelash - mimicking the movement of a natural eyelash - and allow the false eyelash extensions to move independently. It can improve the feel, comfort, and durability of eyelash extensions.

False eyelash extensions 200 and false eyelash extensions 300 include artificial hair 202A-202N (collectively referred to herein as “synthetic hair 202”) and artificial hair 302A-302N (collectively referred to herein as “synthetic hair 202”). collectively referred to as “artificial hair 302”). In some embodiments, the artificial hair of a false eyelash extension, such as false eyelash extension 200 or false eyelash extension 300, is made of polybutylene terephthalate (PBT), acrylic resin, polyester (e.g., polyethylene terephthalate), It may be formed from one or more synthetic materials, including but not limited to phthalates (PET), other polymers, other synthetic materials, or combinations thereof. In alternative embodiments, natural materials such as natural hair (eg, human hair or mink hair) may be used. In some embodiments, the artificial hair of a particular false eyelash extension may have one or more lengths and/or one or more diameters. In some embodiments, the diameter of the synthetic hair may be approximately 0.0075 millimeters (mm) (e.g., 0.0075 mm +/- 0.0025 mm) to 0.3 mm (e.g., 0.3 mm +/- 0.05 mm). In some embodiments, one or more ends of the synthetic hair may be tapered. In some embodiments, one or more of the synthetic hairs may be curled or shaped in a particular direction. For example, end 208 of synthetic hair 202 or end 308 of synthetic hair 302 may be tapered, curled, or both. In some embodiments, the synthetic hair can range from 3 mm to 30 mm in length, or in some instances much longer.

In some embodiments, false eyelash extensions may include a base. For example, false eyelash extensions 200 include a base 206. In some embodiments, false eyelash extensions 300 may or may not include a base similar to base 206 of false eyelash extensions 200 (as illustrated). The base may include a top side (eg, facing out of the page and toward the reader), a bottom side, a posterior side, a front side, and two lateral sides. In some embodiments, one or more of the plurality of artificial hairs of the false eyelash extensions protrude out of the front side of the base. When arranged on the underside of a natural eyelash, the rear side of the false eyelash extension may point towards the user's eye. The thickness (eg, between the top and bottom sides of the base) may be approximately 0.05 millimeters (mm) to approximately 0.15 mm (eg, 0.05 mm +/- 0.01 mm). In some embodiments, the thickness of the base may be less than 0.05 mm. In some embodiments, the low profile of the base is designed to allow the false eyelash extensions to be lightweight to better adhere to the underside of natural eyelashes and, in some cases, to prevent obstruction of the user's vision. The low profile of the base may be due, at least in part, to the application of heat in forming the base.

In some embodiments, one or more of the top side or bottom side (e.g., surface) of the base is substantially flat (e.g., with a flatness control tolerance value of +/- 0.03 mm or +/- 0.015 mm). have). In some embodiments, the flatness of the base of false eyelash extensions 200 is designed to allow for improved contact and adhesion to a surface, such as the underside of a natural eyelash or the opposing surface of another false eyelash extension. The flatness of the base may be due, at least in part, to the application of heat in forming the base.

In some embodiments, the base may be formed at least in part by application of heat at or near an area of the base. Application of heat may cause one or more of the artificial hairs of the false eyelash extensions (e.g., both the artificial hairs or clusters) to connect to or from the base. In some embodiments, a heated fixture, such as a heated platen, a heated crimp, a heat lamp, a heat oven, or other device, is used to hold the synthetic hair (e.g., one or more clusters of synthetic hair) at least. It may be used to cause it to become soft, sticky, or tacky (e.g., at least partially melted) (e.g., may be pressed against synthetic hair). In some embodiments, at least partially melted synthetic hair (e.g., in one or more clusters) forms at least a portion of the base. In some embodiments, the application of heat at least partially melts the artificial hair such that the plurality of artificial hairs are connected to or at the base of the false eyelash extensions. In some embodiments, the application of heat at least partially melts the plurality of artificial hairs such that at least some of the artificial hairs are connected to each other at the base of the false eyelash extensions.

In some embodiments, the synthetic hair may be heated to a temperature between 55 degrees Celsius and 100 degrees Celsius to at least partially melt the synthetic hair (e.g., and/or the clusters of synthetic hair) in the base, which This can cause the hairs to join to or at the base and/or in some cases to each other. In some embodiments, the application of heat is at a temperature above, within, or at the glass transition temperature of the material of the synthetic hair. At the glass transition temperature, the synthetic hair material transitions from a brittle state to a softer, rubbery, sticky, or pliable state. In some embodiments, the application of heat is at a temperature above, within, or at the melt temperature of the material of the synthetic hair. For example, the base area (and/or other portions of the false eyelash extensions) may be heated to greater than 200 degrees Celsius.

In some embodiments, one or more additional synthetic materials or other material(s), such as one or more synthetic hairs, may be placed substantially perpendicular to the synthetic hair (e.g., generally horizontal to the length of the synthetic hair). . In some embodiments, additional synthetic materials may be coupled to the synthetic hair. In some embodiments, the additional synthetic material may be considered a base or at least an initial base. In some embodiments, additional synthetic materials may be considered at least part of the base to be formed. In some embodiments, heat may be applied to the area where the base (which may include additional synthetic materials) will be formed. In some embodiments, one or more of the synthetic hair and/or additional synthetic material may be at least partially melted to at least partially form the base. In some embodiments, the additional synthetic material may include an adhesive (e.g., an application of an adhesive) used alone or in combination with one or more other synthetic material(s) (e.g., horizontal synthetic hair, nylon, etc.). there is. In some embodiments, the application of heat can be used to assist in curing the applied adhesive. In some embodiments using adhesives, the application of heat may or may not partially melt the synthetic hair.

In some embodiments, the base can be formed at least in part by the application of pressure. In some embodiments, the base may be formed by application of pressure combined with application of heat. For example, the application of pressure together with the application of heat can be simultaneously applied to the base of the false eyelash extensions such that at least a portion of the artificial hair (e.g., a portion of the artificial hair of the cluster) is at least partially melted and joined together (e.g. (e.g., secured together) and/or connected (e.g., secured) to additional man-made materials.

In some embodiments, prior to application of heat, the synthetic hair may be tied to a support or base thread or fiber to align the synthetic hair and prevent horizontal spreading of the synthetic hair (e.g. , can be knotted). Heat may be applied such that the support threads form part of the base as described above (while the synthetic hair is knotted into the support threads). In other cases, heat may be applied below the horizontal support threads. For example, the support threads can hold the synthetic hair in place and the application of heat can form a base beneath the support threads. In other embodiments, the synthetic hair is not aligned (e.g., not knotted on the support threads) with the support threads before or during formation of the base using application of heat.

In other embodiments, the synthetic hair may be aligned using a stencil or other alignment device prior to and/or during formation of the base using the application of heat. In some embodiments, application of one or more heat may be performed to form the base. In alternative embodiments, the base may be partially or fully formed using chemical processes.

In some embodiments, one or more of false eyelash extensions 200 and false eyelash extensions 300 include clusters 204A-204G of artificial hair (collectively referred to herein as “clusters 204”). and synthetic hairs 202 and 302, each comprised of clusters 304A-304G of synthetic hair (collectively referred to herein as “cluster 304”). In some embodiments, a cluster of synthetic hair may refer to two or more synthetic hairs grouped together. In some embodiments, two or more synthetic hairs in a cluster may be in contact with each other before and/or after application of heat. In some embodiments, 2 to 30 synthetic hairs may be included in a cluster.

In some embodiments, clusters of synthetic hair may be connected to or from a base by application of heat in a manner similar to that described above. In some embodiments, the application of heat can at least partially melt at least a portion of the artificial hair in one or more clusters of the false eyelash extensions. In some embodiments, the application of heat can at least partially melt at least a portion of the synthetic hair in at least one cluster such that at least a portion of the synthetic hair in the cluster becomes connected to one another. In some embodiments, the application of heat can at least partially melt at least a portion of the artificial hair of at least one cluster such that at least a portion of the artificial hair of the cluster is connected to the base of the false eyelash extensions (and/or of the false eyelash extensions). (at least partially forming the base). In some embodiments, at least a portion of the at least one cluster of synthetic hair is connected to each other at least in respective portions of the base by application of heat.

In some embodiments, the clusters are connected to each other at the base by the application of heat. In some embodiments, one or more of the clusters of false eyelash extensions are directly connected to at least one adjacent cluster at the base. In some embodiments, one or more of the clusters of false eyelash extensions are indirectly connected to at least one adjacent cluster of false eyelash extensions at the base.

In some embodiments, at least two artificial hairs of a false eyelash extension intersect each other. For example, two synthetic hairs in a particular cluster may intersect each other. In some embodiments, one or more individual clusters of synthetic hair may be formed using application of heat as described above. Accordingly, a cluster may have a base (eg, cluster base). The clusters may be arranged, and heat may be applied to the bases of the clusters to at least partially form the base of the false eyelash extensions (e.g., base 206), as described above.

In some embodiments, false eyelash extensions 200 or 300 may be between 4 mm and 10 mm wide. In some embodiments, false eyelash extensions 200 or 300 may be 5 mm to 6 mm wide. In some embodiments, the width of the false eyelash extensions is much wider than a single cluster, which is typically 1 mm to 2 mm wide.

The false eyelash extensions 300 are adjacent false eyelash extensions coupled or secured to each other at intersecting connecting portions 310A to 310H of the artificial hair 302 (collectively referred to herein as “connecting portions 310”). Hair (or adjacent clusters 304) are also illustrated. For example, at least one hair of a particular cluster may be secured (e.g., directly or indirectly) to one or more hairs of an adjacent cluster at a connection portion. In some embodiments, the connecting portion allows the artificial hairs of the false eyelash extensions to be directly or indirectly connected to each other to form the false eyelash extensions and such that the two ends of the artificial hairs are not connected together (e.g., open ends). ended), the artificial hairs (e.g., clusters) of the false eyelash extensions can be connected in the area between the two ends of the artificial hair.

In some embodiments, connecting portion 310 may be considered a base as described herein. In some embodiments, the connecting portion may be formed by application of heat in a manner similar to that described herein. In some embodiments, the connecting portion may be formed by application of pressure in a manner similar to that described herein. In some embodiments, connecting portion 310 may be formed using one or more of the following: application of heat, application of adhesive, application of pressure, or chemical processes as described herein. For example, the intersecting synthetic hair 302 extends from approximately 1 mm to approximately 5 mm (+/ - 0.5 mm) connected together or fixed on top.

In some embodiments, clusters may be secured together over ends 306 using synthetic materials to form connecting portions 310 . In some embodiments, additional synthetic material, such as one or more synthetic hairs or other material(s), is placed horizontally relative to the length of the synthetic hair (e.g., across the area defined by connecting portion 310) or can be connected The synthetic hair or clusters of synthetic hair may be connected to additional synthetic material using one or more of the following: application of heat, application of adhesive, application of pressure, or chemical processes as described herein. In some embodiments, the application of additional synthetic materials used to connect the artificial hair of false eyelash extensions 300 may be similar to the application of additional synthetic materials used to form a base as described herein. .

In some embodiments, a base (similar to base 206 of false eyelash extension 200) may be formed and then removed after formation of connecting portion 310, such that false eyelash extension 300 Does not include base. In some embodiments, the secured connection portion 310 may hold the false hair 302 of the false eyelash extension 300 together in the absence of a base. In some embodiments, the connecting portions 310 of the intersecting synthetic hairs 302 may be formed without forming a base similar to the base 206 of the artificial eyelash extensions 200 .

In some embodiments, a false eyelash extension, such as false eyelash extension 200 or false eyelash extension 300, may be designed to be detachable such that one or more artificial hairs and/or clusters may be detached from the false eyelash extension. there is. In some embodiments, one or more artificial hairs and/or clusters may be detached from the false eyelash extensions using an applicator, as described herein. In some embodiments, the base and/or connecting portion may be brittle, such that bending the base or connecting portion false eyelash extensions less than 45 degrees from a resting position (e.g., a flat base) causes the artificial hairs and/or clusters to be brittle. It can be detached from the eyelash extension part. For example, the artificial hairs and/or clusters of the false eyelash extensions may be designed such that the connections between the artificial hairs and/or clusters can be broken with minimal force.

It should be understood that false eyelash extensions 200 and 300 are provided for purposes of illustration rather than limitation. In some embodiments, false eyelash extensions 200 and/or false eyelash extensions 300 may be used with an applicator, as described herein. In some embodiments, false eyelash extensions different from false eyelash extensions 200 and 300 may be used with an applicator, as described herein.

4A is an illustration of an electrical applicator, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. The electric applicator 400 is designed to apply heat to at least one of the natural eyelashes or one or more false eyelash extensions attached to the natural eyelashes. In some embodiments, heated electric applicator 400 (e.g., heated mode) may be used to curl one or more of natural eyelashes or one or more false eyelash extensions attached to natural eyelashes. In some embodiments, heated electric applicator 400 may be used to soften an adhesive, such as a conventional adhesive, that attaches one or more false eyelash extensions to natural eyelashes. In some embodiments, the softened adhesive may be redistributed to the area where the false eyelash extensions contact the natural eyelash extensions to help improve the bond between the natural eyelashes and the one or more false eyelash extensions.

In some embodiments, the electric applicator 400 is designed to at least cool one or more of the natural eyelashes, one or more false eyelash extensions attached to the natural eyelashes, or an adhesive attaching the false eyelash extensions to the natural eyelashes. In some embodiments, cooled electric applicator 400 (e.g., cooled mode) uses heated electric applicator 400 to cure adhesive that has previously been softened and redistributed between the false eyelash extensions and natural eyelashes. It can be used to do so.

In some embodiments, electrical applicator 400 may include multiple sections, such as section 406 , section(s) 408 , and section(s) 410 . In some embodiments, section 406 (also referred to herein as “handle”) includes the proximal end 404 of the electric applicator 400. In some embodiments, section 406 may house at least some of the electrical components of electrical applicator 400. In some embodiments, section 406 may be designed to allow a user to hold or grasp electrical applicator 400.

In some embodiments, electrical applicator 400 includes a pair of opposing arms, such as arm 402A and arm 402B (generally referred to herein as “arm(s) 402”). In some embodiments, each arm 402 may include multiple sections, such as section 408 and section 410 . In some embodiments, arm 402 may be joined to or at section 406 . In some embodiments, section 408 of electrical applicator 400 may be used by an individual to close arm 402 of electrical applicator 400. In some embodiments, section 410 may be heated or cooled and may be used as described herein, such as natural eyelashes, one or more false eyelash extensions attached to natural eyelashes, or an adhesive connecting natural eyelashes to one or more false eyelash extensions. Can be used to manipulate one or more of the following: In some embodiments, the electrical applicator 400 and in particular each arm 402 has a side 412 (e.g., a top side) and a side 414 (e.g., a bottom side), an outer surface 416 and interior surface 418. In some embodiments, for each arm 402, side 412 faces side 414 and interior surface 418 faces exterior surface 416. In some embodiments, interior surface 418 and exterior surface 416 of each arm 402 extend between side 412 and side 414 .

In some embodiments, section 408 of each arm 402 is positioned between sections 410 and 406 of the corresponding arm 402. In some embodiments, section 408 of each arm 402 may be positioned and connected to section 406 at one end and to section 410 at an opposite end. In some embodiments, the sections 408 of each arm 402 are configured to press against one another to transition the sections 410 from an open position to a closed position, as described further below.

In some embodiments, at least the outer surface 416 of section 408 may include an insulating material. The insulating material may be designed to help protect the user's hands from thermal energy (e.g., heat or cold) generated or extracted by the electrical applicator 400. In some embodiments, section 408 of each arm 402 may include a textured portion on at least a portion of the outer surface 416 corresponding to the section 408 . In some embodiments, the textured portion may be designed to improve grip of the electrical applicator 400. In some embodiments, the textured portion may include parallel grooves and/or ridges. In other embodiments, the textured portion may include any type of texture. In some embodiments, section 408 does not include textured portions and is non-textured.

In some embodiments, section 408 of each arm 402 may include an alignment portion 420, such as an indentation (e.g., a circular indentation as illustrated). Alignment portion 420 helps guide the user's fingers to areas of the electric applicator 400 where the user can press opposing arms 402 together to transition the electric applicator 400 from an open position to a closed position. can be used to

In some embodiments, each arm 402 includes a section 410. In some embodiments, section 410 extends distally from section 408. In some embodiments, section 410 of each arm 402 includes two end portions. For example, section 410 of arm 402A includes end portion 424A and end portion 426A. Section 410 of arm 402B includes end portion 424B and end portion 426B. End portion 424A and end portion 424B are generally referred to herein as end portion(s) 424. End portion 426A and end portion 426B are generally referred to herein as end portion(s) 426.

In some embodiments, section 410 of each arm includes a curve 428 disposed between end portions 424 and 426. In some embodiments, curves 428 of each arm 402 are disposed along a side 414 of arm 402 corresponding to section 410 . In some embodiments, curve 428 is a concave curve. In some embodiments, the apex 438 of the bend 428 and/or the bend 434 of section 410 of each arm 402 is such that the bend 428 is on an opposite side 412 of section 410. oriented in a distal direction from end portion 426 and in a proximal direction from end portion 424. In some embodiments, the curvature 428 of section 410 of each arm 402 is aligned proximally (e.g., substantially flush with the shape of the lash line of the user's eye) It is designed to be

In some embodiments, section 410 of each arm 402 includes a bend 434. In some embodiments, curve 434 of section 410 of each arm 402 is disposed between end portions 424 and 426. In some embodiments, curves 434 are disposed along at least a portion of side 412 of section 410. In some embodiments, bend 428 is opposite bend 434. In some embodiments, curvature 434 includes a convex curvature.

In some embodiments, the end portion 424 of section 410 of each arm 402 is connected to a distal end 436 of each arm 402 (e.g., an arm or tip of electrical applicator 400). Includes tip)). In some embodiments, distal end 436 of each arm 402 is a single distal end of each arm 402.

In some embodiments, for each arm 402, at least a portion of section 410 is joined to section 408. The joint is closer to the end portion 426 of section 410 than to the end portion 424. In some embodiments, section 406 , section 408 and section 410 extend longitudinally toward proximal end 404 .

In some embodiments, for each arm 402, at least a portion of the interior surface 418 corresponding to the section 410 is substantially flat (e.g., +/- 0.5 mm or +/- 0.015 mm). and a surface (also referred to as substantially planar or flat) having a flatness control tolerance value. In some embodiments, the interior surface 418 extending between end portions 424 and 426 of section 410 is entirely or substantially (e.g., greater than 50%) substantially flat. . In some embodiments, at least a portion of the inner surface 418 corresponding to the section 410 of the opposing arm 402 is a natural eyelash or one or more artificial eyelashes arranged on the natural eyelashes (e.g., on the underside of the natural eyelashes). It is designed to apply pressure to one or more of the eyelash extensions. For example, the flat interior surfaces of sections 410 are configured to come together and contact each other in a closed position. In some embodiments, planar interior surface 418 extends from apex 438 of section 410 toward end portion 424 of each arm 402 and toward end portion 426.

In some embodiments, for one or more of arms 402, at least a portion of outer surface 416 corresponding to section 410 has a curve 430 located between side 412 and side 414. It includes a curved portion having a surface. In some embodiments, curve 430 extends between side 412 and side 414. In some embodiments, curve 430 is located between side 412 and side 414, but does not extend entirely between side 412 and side 414. In some embodiments, curve 430 is a concave curve. In some embodiments, the bend 430 of the curved portion 432 is designed to curl one or more of the natural eyelashes or one or more false eyelash extensions arranged on (or attached to) a natural eyelash, such as the underside of a natural eyelash. do. In some embodiments, curved portion 432 may extend between all or a majority (e.g., greater than 50%) of the area between end portions 424 and 426 of section 410.

In some embodiments, one or more of the interior or exterior surfaces of section 410 of electrical applicator 400 comprises a non-adhesive material such as silicone, polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), or other non-adhesive material. These can be formed. In some embodiments, one or more materials of the interior surface or the exterior surface of section 410 of electrical applicator 400 may include a thermally conductive material, such as thermally conductive silicone. In some embodiments, section 410 may also include one or more metals, such as aluminum, hardened steel, stainless steel, coated with a non-stick material or without a non-stick material.

In some embodiments, axis of rotation 422 may be described as an axis (e.g., a horizontal axis) and used as a reference for describing other positional relationships. Axis of rotation 422 may extend from proximal end 404 in the direction of distal end 436 . In some embodiments, axis of rotation 422 may extend through sections 406 and 408 of electrical applicator 400. The electrical applicator 400 may be rotated about the axis of rotation in different orientations, such as an aligned or rotated orientation, as described further below.

In some embodiments, electrical applicator 400 may be configured in an open position, as illustrated by electrical applicator 400 in Figure 4A. In some embodiments, the open position of the electrical applicator 400 is the default position. In some embodiments, in the open position, each section 410 of each arm 402 does not contact each other. In the open position, the pair of opposing arms 402 are separated from each other.

4B is an illustration of an applicator in a closed position, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. In some embodiments, the electrical applicator 400 is configured to transition from an open position to a closed position, and vice versa. In some embodiments, the transition from the open to the closed position is responsive to the application of pressure to the pair of opposing arms 402. In some embodiments, in the closed position, the interior surface 418 of section 410 of arm 402A is configured to contact the opposing interior surface 118 of arm 402B. In some embodiments, a substantially flat portion of the interior surface 418 of section 410 of arm 402A is configured to contact a substantially flat portion of an opposing interior surface 118 of arm 402B. In some embodiments, the entire substantially flat portion extending the length of the curve 428 of section 410 of arm 402A (or at least between end portions 424 and 426) is comprised of arm 402B. and is configured to contact a substantially flat portion of the opposing inner surface 118 of. In some embodiments, the substantially flat portion is substantially aligned with the natural eyelashes and/or the plurality of false eyelash extensions with which the electric applicator 400 is being pressed across the flat portion and between opposing arms 402 of the electric applicator 400. Allows application of uniform pressure.

4C is an illustration of electrical components of an electrical applicator, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. In some embodiments, electrical applicator 400 may include one or more electrical components or one or more electronic components.

In one embodiment, the electric applicator 400 includes a heating unit 446. Heating unit 446 is configured to provide heat to at least the first section 410 of each arm 402. Heating unit 446 may heat an interior surface 418 and/or an exterior surface 416 of section 410 of each arm 402. In some embodiments, heating unit 446 heats each surface of section 410 of each arm 402 at a temperature ranging from 77 degrees F to 255 F (e.g., 120 F to 205 F). It can be heated to one or more temperatures. In some embodiments, the temperature may be selected from one or more of a range of temperatures, for example using switch 440.

In some embodiments, electrical applicator 400 may include a temperature indicator indicating the temperature of electrical applicator 400. For example, the temperature of the electrical applicator 400 (e.g., at each surface of section 410 of each arm 402) may be displayed on a display (not shown) of the electrical applicator 400. You can. The display may include, for example, a liquid crystal display.

In some embodiments, heating unit 446 may include or be coupled to a heating element, such as heating element 448. In some embodiments, heating elements 448 may be disposed within each arm 402 of the electric applicator 400. In some embodiments, a heating member extends within section 410 of each arm 402. In some embodiments, the heating member conducts thermal energy (e.g., heat) to the section 410 of each arm 402. In some embodiments, heating element 448 may include a resistor wire. In some embodiments, the resistor wire is made of non-magnetic nickel and chromium alloy, iron-nickel-aluminum, or iron-chromium-aluminum alloy. In some embodiments, the resistivity of the resistor wire ranges from 0.1 to 0.5 (e.g., 0.225) ohms per centimeter (Ω/cm 1 ). In some embodiments, the diameter of the resistor wire ranges from 0.1 mm to 2 mm (eg, the diameter is selected as a function of the operating temperature of the electrical applicator 400).

In some embodiments, the electrical applicator 400 may include a cooling unit 450. Cooling unit 450 may be configured to cool at least an interior surface 418 and/or an exterior surface 416 of a section 410 of each arm. In some embodiments, cooling unit 450 cools the aforementioned surfaces to below room temperature. In some embodiments, cooling unit 450 may cool the aforementioned surfaces to one or more temperatures within the temperature range of 25 F to 65 F. In some embodiments, the electrical applicator 400 may be configured to cool to one or more temperatures in the temperature range.

In some embodiments, cooling unit 450 includes or is coupled to cooling member 452. In some embodiments, cooling unit 450 may conduct thermal energy away from cooling member 452 and away from the medium surrounding cooling member 451 . In some embodiments, cooling member 452 extends within a section of each arm 402.

In some embodiments, heating unit 466 may include a thermoelectric component (TEC). In some embodiments, TEC may utilize the Peltier effect to apply heating or cooling to the surface of the TEC. In some embodiments, the TEC may be a Peltier device. In some embodiments, a TEC may include an array of alternating n-type and p-type semiconductors disposed between two plates, such as two ceramic plates. The voltage applied to the TEC causes one plate to cool and the opposite plate to heat. For example, a voltage can be applied to the TEC such that one plate generates heat and the opposite plate cools. Heating element 448 may be thermally coupled to a heated plate of the TEC and thermal energy generated in the TEC may be transferred to heating element 448.

In some embodiments, cooling unit 450 may also include a TEC. In some embodiments, the TEC of the cooling unit 450 may be different than the TEC of the heating unit. In some embodiments, the TEC of cooling unit 450 may be the same TEC used in heating unit 446. In some embodiments, only either heating unit 446 or cooling unit 450 includes a TEC. In some embodiments where cooling unit 450 includes a TEC, a voltage may be applied to the TEC to cool one plate of the TEC. Cooling member 452 may be thermally coupled to the cooled plate and thermal energy may be removed from the cooling member and/or the medium surrounding cooling member 452 .

In some embodiments, cooling member 452 and heating member 448 are different members. In some embodiments, heating element 448 and cooling element 452 are the same element. In an illustrative example, a heating/cooling member may be thermally coupled to one side of the TEC. The voltage polarity coupled to the TEC can be switched so that the thermally coupled plate of the TEC can be switched from heating to cooling and vice versa as desired.

In some embodiments, electrical applicator 400 includes a power source, such as battery 444. In some embodiments, battery 444 may be a rechargeable battery. In other embodiments, battery 444 may be a disposable battery, such as an alkaline battery, that may be replaced by a user.

In some embodiments, electrical applicator 400 includes one or more power electronics 442 that convert external energy into usable energy for battery 444. For example, battery 444 can be charged using an inductive charger. Power electronics 442 may include coils and other suitable electronics that harvest the magnetic energy transmitted by the inductive charger. In some embodiments, power electronics 442 may include an AC-DC converter (and/or rectifier). For example, electrical applicator 400 may have a physical connection (e.g., a wire) to an electrical outlet. Power electronics 442 may be configured to provide constant or pulsed DC power to charge battery 444 or directly power electrical applicator 400 (e.g., heating unit 446 and/or cooling unit 450). AC power can be converted.

In some embodiments, electrical applicator 400 includes switch 440. Switch 440 may function to turn electric applicator 400 on or off. In some embodiments, switch 440 may control the state of electrical applicator 400 from a cool state (e.g., cool mode) to a heated state (e.g., heat mode) and vice versa. In some embodiments, switch 440 may control temperature in one or more of a cooled state or a heated state. For example, switch 440 may be a rotary switch that allows a user to rotate the switch to control the temperature of electrical applicator 400 in a cooled or heated state. In some embodiments, switch 440 is electrically connected to one or more of battery 444, heating unit 446, or cooling unit 450.

In some embodiments, electrical applicator 400 includes an off timer (not shown). After the temperature of heating unit 446 or cooling unit 450 reaches the set temperature, switch 440 in the on position is used to cut power to one or more of heating unit 446 or cooling unit 450. It automatically moves to the off position at a preset time (for example, after 5 minutes).

5A-5G are examples illustrating the operation of attaching false eyelash extensions to natural eyelashes and using an electric applicator to curl the attached natural eyelashes, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. Elements of the preceding figures are referenced in connection with the description of FIGS. 5A-5G for purposes of illustration rather than limitation.

5A illustrates application of adhesive to natural eyelashes, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 5A shows adhesive 554 applied using an adhesive application tool 556 (e.g., a brush) to the underside of the upper natural eyelashes 552 of eye 550. The adhesive may include one or more of glue, mascara, bonding agent, epoxy, paste or any other natural or synthetic material that has adhesive qualities.

5B illustrates an arrangement of false eyelash extensions on natural eyelashes, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. 5B shows a first set of false eyelash extensions 500A-500E (generally referred to herein as “false eyelash extensions 500”) arranged on the underside of the natural eyelashes of the user's eye. In some embodiments, false eyelash extensions 500A-500E each include bases 506A-506E, respectively. Bases 506A to 506E may be arranged on the underside of natural eyelashes 552. In some embodiments, bases 506A-506E are arranged proximate the eyelash line of eye 550. In some embodiments, at least a portion of the top side of bases 506A-506E is attached (via adhesive) to the underside of natural eyelash 552. In some embodiments, at least a portion of the artificial hair of false eyelash extensions 500 is attached (via an adhesive) to the underside of natural eyelashes 552 . It should be understood that the size and number of false eyelash extensions and types of false eyelash extensions are shown for purposes of illustration rather than limitation. In some embodiments, any number of artificial eyelash extensions can be attached to natural eyelashes. Although the false eyelash extensions are shown as segments of a given size, in other embodiments, the false eyelash extensions extend, for example, across approximately half of the lash line (e.g., two false eyelash extensions cover the upper lashes). can be a larger segment (or a smaller segment). In another embodiment, a single false eyelash extension can substantially cover the eyelash line. In some embodiments, different types of false eyelash extensions may be used.

Figure 5C shows a false eyelash extension attached to a natural eyelash, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 5C shows false eyelash extensions 500A-500E attached to the underside of a natural eyelash using an applicator 400. The applicator as illustrated may be the same or a different applicator as described herein. For example, a purely mechanical applicator can be used to attach false eyelash extensions to the underside of natural eyelashes. In some embodiments, the inner surface of the arm of the applicator can apply pressure to the false eyelash extensions and the natural eyelashes, causing the false eyelash extensions to form a tighter bond (tighter than if no additional pressure was applied) with the natural eyelashes. You can have it. Application of pressure may cause the combined surface of the artificial eyelash extensions and natural eyelashes to increase (more than if no pressure was applied). In some embodiments, pressure may be applied by the user to the applicator such that the opposing arms come together and apply pressure to the artificial eyelash extensions, adhesive, and natural eyelashes therebetween. Pressure can help secure or bond the artificial eyelash extensions to your natural eyelashes.

In some embodiments, electric applicator 400 is used to attach false eyelash extensions to natural eyelashes. The electric applicator 400 may be in a heated state, cooled state, or off state when attaching the artificial eyelash extensions to natural eyelashes.

5D illustrates positioning of an electrical applicator in an aligned orientation, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. Figure 5D shows a heated electrical applicator 400 positioned in an aligned orientation to the eye area. In the aligned orientation, the curvature 428 of each arm 402 is aligned with the lash line of the natural eyelashes. In some embodiments not shown in FIG. 5D , the electrical applicator 400 is obtained and activated such that the heating unit of the electrical applicator 400 is activated to heat section 410 of each arm 402 to a desired temperature. . As illustrated, the electrical applicator 400 can be positioned in an aligned orientation while in the open position.

5E illustrates transition of an electrical applicator to a closed position, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 5E shows the open position (e.g., FIG. 5D) shows the heated electric applicator 400 switched from the closed position. In some embodiments, particularly for curling one or more of the natural eyelashes or false eyelash extensions 500, the heated electric applicator 400 is directed toward or closer to the end of the natural eyelashes or false eyelash extensions 500. (eg, away from the lash line or base, respectively). The heated electrical applicator 400 in the closed position is shown in an aligned orientation.

5F illustrates rotation of a heated electrical applicator into a rotated orientation, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. In some embodiments, heated electrical applicator 400 is rotated in a closed position along an axis of rotation to transition heated electrical applicator 400 from an aligned orientation to a rotated orientation. In the rotated orientation, at least a portion of the natural eyelashes and at least a portion of the false eyelash extensions are in contact with the outer surface 416 of at least one section 410 of a pair of opposing arms 402 of the heated electric applicator 400. do. In some embodiments, one or more of the interior surface 418 or the exterior surface 416 of the section 410 of the heated electric applicator 400 is heated to a desired temperature in the heated state. As illustrated, the outer surface 416 of section 410 has a curve 430 that assists in curling one or more of natural eyelashes or artificial eyelash extensions.

In some embodiments, the heated electric applicator 400 curls (e.g., sets the curl so that the curl remains after the electric applicator 400 is removed) one or more of the natural eyelashes or the artificial eyelash extensions 500. It is maintained in the rotated orientation and closed position for a period of time (e.g., 5 to 60 seconds).

Curling of false eyelash extensions is shown for purposes of illustration rather than limitation. In some embodiments, electric applicator 400 may be used to curl natural eyelashes without artificial eyelash extensions in a manner similar to that described herein.

5G illustrates curled false eyelash extensions and natural eyelashes, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. In some embodiments, after maintaining the heated electric applicator 400 in the closed position and rotated orientation for a period of time, the heated electric applicator 400 is placed in a curled position (e.g., a false eyelash extension or natural eyelash extension). may be removed to reveal one or more of the natural eyelashes or artificial eyelash extensions 500 (which are at least more curled than before the operation was performed to curl the eyelashes).

6A-6F are examples illustrating operations for reattaching false eyelash extensions to natural eyelashes, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. Elements of the foregoing figures are referenced in conjunction with the description of Figures 6A-6F for purposes of illustration rather than limitation.

FIG. 6A illustrates a false eyelash extension attached to a natural eyelash, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. In some embodiments, artificial eyelash extensions 500 may be attached or arranged to natural eyelashes as described above with respect to FIGS. 5A-5C. For brevity, the description of FIGS. 5A-5C may in some embodiments apply to FIG. 6A and is not repeated here. In some embodiments, false eyelash extensions 500 may be curled as described herein. In another embodiment, the false eyelash extensions are not curled using the electric applicator 400.

In some embodiments, false eyelash extensions 500 are applied (eg, arranged and/or attached) during a first application session. In some embodiments, tasks as described below with respect to FIGS. 6B-6F are performed during the second application session. The second application session (reattachment) may be performed a period of time (eg, hours or days) following performance of the first application session. In some embodiments, the second session of reattachment operation(s) may be performed to rebond or improve the bond between the artificial eyelash extensions and the natural eyelashes.

6B illustrates positioning of an electrical applicator in an aligned orientation, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. Figure 6B shows a heated electrical applicator 400 positioned in an aligned orientation to the eye area. In the aligned orientation, the curvature 428 of each arm 402 is aligned with the lash line of the natural eyelashes. In some embodiments not shown in FIG. 6B , the electrical applicator 400 is obtained and activated such that the heating unit of the electrical applicator 400 is activated to heat section 410 of each arm 402 to a desired temperature. . Electrical applicator 400 is also shown in the open position.

6C illustrates transition of an electrical applicator to a closed position, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. 6C shows the section 410 of a pair of opposing arms 402 from an open position (e.g., shown in FIG. 6B) to a closed position by closing the section 410 over the natural eyelash and false eyelash extensions 500 therebetween. It shows the heated electric applicator 400 converted to . In some embodiments, particularly to reattach the false eyelash extensions 500, the heated electric applicator 400 is directed toward or closer to the lash line of a natural eyelash or the base of the false eyelash extensions 500 (e.g. For example, away from the end of the false eyelash extension). The heated electrical applicator 400 in the closed position is shown in an aligned orientation.

In some embodiments, to perform the reattachment operation(s), heated electric applicator 400 is used to apply (e.g., align and/or attach) false eyelash extensions 500 to natural eyelashes. It is held in the closed position (and in aligned or other orientation) for a period of time (e.g., 5 to 300 seconds) to soften the adhesive used. In some embodiments, the adhesive may be the original adhesive used to align and attach the false eyelash extensions during the initial application session (e.g., see Figure 5A). In some embodiments, additional adhesive may be applied. In some embodiments, no additional adhesive is applied (eg, added to the initial application session). For example, the adhesive that bonds false eyelash extensions to natural eyelashes may be several days old and may have cured over that period of time. Introducing heat to the cured adhesive can cause the adhesive to soften and cause the adhesive to reflow and redistribute to different contact areas between the artificial eyelash extensions and natural eyelashes.

6D illustrates a false eyelash extension after the heated electrical applicator has been removed, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. Figure 6D shows the false eyelash extensions after removal of the heated electric applicator 400 from the eye area. The adhesive has been heated and may still be tacky or sticky. In some embodiments, the cooling unit 450 of the electric applicator 400 can be activated to cool a section 410 of each arm 402 of the electric applicator 400.

6E illustrates a cooled electrical applicator positioned in an aligned orientation and closed position, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. In some embodiments, the cooled electrical applicator 400 may be positioned in an open position (not shown, but similar to FIG. 6B) and in an aligned orientation to the eye area. In the aligned orientation, the curvature 428 of each arm 402 is aligned with the lash line of the natural eyelashes. In some embodiments, cooling unit 450 of electric applicator 400 is activated to cool section 410 of each arm 402 to a desired temperature.

In some embodiments, the cooled electric applicator 400 applies a section 410 of a pair of opposing arms 402 on a natural eyelash and a false eyelash extension 500 attached (e.g., attached) to the natural eyelash. Closing transitions from an open position (e.g. similar to Figure 6B) to a closed position. In some embodiments, particularly to reattach the false eyelash extensions 500, the cooled electric applicator 400 is directed toward or closer to the lash line of a natural eyelash or the base of the false eyelash extensions 500 (e.g. For example, away from the end of the false eyelash extension). The cooled electrical applicator 400 in the closed position is shown in an aligned orientation (but may be in a different orientation in some embodiments).

In some embodiments, to perform the reattachment operation(s), the cooled electric applicator 400 is used to cure the adhesive used to attach the false eyelash extensions 500 to the natural eyelashes for a period of one hour (e.g. It is held in the closed position (and in the aligned or other orientation) for (e.g., 5 to 180 seconds). In some embodiments, the time between heating the adhesive and cooling the heated adhesive can be less than 5 minutes, or at least during the same application session. By cooling the adhesive, it hardens, recreating and even improving the bond between the artificial eyelash extensions and natural eyelashes.

6F illustrates a false eyelash extension after the cooled electric applicator has been removed, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. Figure 6F shows the false eyelash extensions after removal of the cooled electric applicator 400 from the eye area. The adhesive was heated and then cooled. Although an electric applicator 400 is used to illustrate cooling of the adhesive, different applicators may be used in some embodiments. For example, a purely mechanical applicator (e.g., a metal applicator) can be placed in a freezer and then used to effect cooling as described herein.

Method 700 is described as a series of operations (or operations). It should be understood that some tasks may be performed simultaneously with other tasks. In some embodiments, the same, fewer, or more tasks may be performed in the same or different order. In some embodiments, different tasks may be performed or multiple tasks may be combined into a single task, or a single task may be performed using multiple tasks.

7A-7C are flow diagrams illustrating operations for attaching false eyelash extensions, curling false eyelash extensions, and reattaching false eyelash extensions, according to an embodiment of the present invention. Method 700 of FIGS. 7A-7C may be performed by a user. In some embodiments, a user may use electric applicator 400 or a different applicator as described herein to perform at least some of the tasks of method 700. The user of method 700 may be the same user to whom the false eyelash extensions are applied or another user applying the false eyelash extensions on the user's behalf.

At operation 705 of method 700, adhesive may be applied to the user's natural eyelashes. In some embodiments, the adhesive may be applied to the underside of the natural eyelashes, such as the underside of the upper natural eyelashes. In some embodiments, the adhesive may be applied to the top or side of the upper natural eyelashes, rather than the underside.

In some embodiments, the adhesive may be one or more of a glue, mascara, binder, epoxy, paste, or any other natural or synthetic material that has adhesive qualities. In some embodiments, the adhesive allows the artificial eyelash extensions (and/or their detached artificial hair) to remain attached to an individual's natural eyelashes for a period of time (e.g., hours, days, weeks, or months). It may be a waterproof formulation that allows. In some embodiments, the adhesive may be a commercially available adhesive for conventional eyelash extensions or a specialized composition for use with the eyelash extensions described herein. The adhesive may be clear or colored (eg, milky white or black to mimic mascara).

In some embodiments, the adhesive may be applied using a brush, comb, or any other type of application tool. In some embodiments, the adhesive may be applied 1 millimeter to 2 millimeters away from the water line. In other embodiments, the adhesive may be applied anywhere along the natural eyelashes or along the water line. In some embodiments, it may be desirable to wait a predetermined period of time before proceeding with operation 710 to allow the adhesive to activate its adhesive qualities (e.g., partially cure and dry).

At task 710, the user arranges one or more false eyelash extensions on the user's natural eyelashes. In some embodiments, one or more false eyelash extensions may be arranged on the underside of a natural eyelash. In some embodiments, the top side of each base of each false eyelash extension may be arranged directly on the underside of a natural eyelash (rather than the eyelid). In some embodiments, one or more false eyelash extensions may be arranged to align with the curvature of the eyelash line. For example, multiple false eyelash extensions may be arranged adjacent to each other (eg, non-overlapping or overlapping) such that the bases are aligned with the curvature of the lash line. Accordingly, the one or more false eyelash extensions may be substantially flush with the eyelash line when the false eyelash extensions are arranged proximate the eyelash line.

In some embodiments, more than one false eyelash extension may be arranged on the underside of a natural eyelash at a time. For example, a single false eyelash extension may be arranged first, then other false eyelash extensions may be arranged subsequently, and so on. In some embodiments, an applicator, such as electric applicator 400, may be used to arrange one or more false eyelash extensions. The user may further rearrange one or more of the false eyelash extensions as desired.

In some embodiments, arranging one or more false eyelash extensions to a user's natural eyelashes includes arranging one or more false eyelash extensions adjacent to each other to natural eyelashes.

In some embodiments, false eyelash extensions arranged on natural eyelashes may include one to eight separate false eyelash extensions. The number of false eyelash extensions arranged on a natural eyelash can be based on the width of the false eyelash extensions, the thickness of the artificial hair used, the desired style, the desired eyelash density (also referred to as the "fullness" of the user's eyelashes), etc.

In some embodiments, rather than applying an adhesive to the natural eyelashes (as discussed in operation 705) and then arranging one or more false eyelash extensions on the natural eyelashes (as discussed in operation 710), The adhesive may be applied to one or more false eyelash extensions (eg, its top side), and then the false eyelash extensions can be arranged on the natural eyelashes (eg, its lower side).

At operation 715, the user may attach the false eyelash extensions to natural eyelashes. In some embodiments, each false eyelash extension may be attached (e.g., bonded) to the underside of a natural eyelash. In some embodiments, once one or more false eyelash extensions are arranged in the desired arrangement, the false eyelash extensions are secured to a surface, such as the underside of a natural eyelash, and attached more permanently (e.g., for several days). In some embodiments, one or more of the following: application of pressure using an electric applicator 400 as described herein or a different applicator or passage of time to cure the adhesive may be used to assist in attaching the detached synthetic hair. there is.

In some embodiments, tasks 705-715 are performed during the first application session. In some embodiments, one or more of tasks 720-775 are performed during the second application session. In some embodiments, the second application session is performed one hour period after the first application session. The one time period may be, for example, more than 6 hours or more than 1 day. In some embodiments, one or more of tasks 705-775 may be performed during the same application session.

At operation 720, an electrical applicator 400 is obtained. In some embodiments, the electric applicator 400 includes a pair of opposing arms and a heating unit. Each arm has a first bend (e.g., end portion 426) disposed between a first end portion (e.g., end portion 424) and a second end portion (e.g., end portion 426) of the first section. , comprising a first section (e.g., section 410) having a curvature (428).

In some embodiments, each arm has a first side (e.g., side 412) opposite a second side (e.g., side 414) and an outer surface (e.g., outer surface 416). )), and further includes an inner surface (e.g., inner surface 418) opposing the inner surface (e.g., inner surface 418). The inner surface and outer surface extend between the first side and the second side.

In some embodiments, the first section of each arm has a second bend (e.g., a bend) disposed between the first end portion and the second end portion and along at least a portion of the first side corresponding to the first section. (434)). In some embodiments, the second bend is positioned opposite the first bend. In some embodiments, the first bend is disposed along at least a portion of the second side corresponding to the first section. In some embodiments, the first curve is a concave curve and the second curve is a convex curve.

In some embodiments, at least a portion of the interior surface corresponding to the first section includes a substantially planar surface. In some embodiments, at least a portion of the interior surface corresponding to the first section of the opposing arm is designed to apply pressure to natural eyelashes and false eyelash extensions attached to natural eyelashes.

In some embodiments, at least a portion of the outer surface corresponding to the first section includes a surface having a third curve (e.g., curve 430) extending between the first and second sides. In some embodiments, at least a portion of the outer surface corresponding to the first section is designed to curl one or more of natural eyelashes or false eyelash extensions attached to natural eyelashes.

At task 725, the user activates the heating unit of the electric applicator. In some embodiments, activating the heating unit can heat the first section of each arm to a desired temperature.

At operation 730, the heated electric applicator is placed in an orientation aligned to the user's eye area. In some embodiments, in the aligned orientation, the first bend of each arm is positioned to align with the lash line of a natural eyelash. In some embodiments, the heated electrical applicator is positioned in an aligned orientation while in the open position.

At operation 735, the heated electric applicator is switched to the closed position. In some embodiments, the heated electric applicator is transitioned to the closed position by closing a first section of the pair of opposing arms on the natural eyelashes and the false eyelash extensions attached to the natural eyelashes. In some embodiments, if proceeding to branch A (e.g., curling natural eyelashes and/or false eyelash extensions), the first section of the heated electric applicator is positioned near the end of the natural eyelashes and/or false eyelash extensions. of natural eyelashes and/or artificial eyelash extensions. In some embodiments, if proceeding to branch B (e.g., reattaching the false eyelash extensions), the first section of the heated applicator may be applied to the natural eyelashes and/or the false eyelash extensions near the eyelash line or base, respectively. It can be closed from above.

7B, in operation 740 of branch A, the heated electrical applicator in the closed position is rotated into a rotated orientation. In some embodiments, the user rotates the heated electrical applicator from a closed position along an axis of rotation to transition the heated electrical applicator from an aligned orientation to a rotated orientation. In some embodiments, in the rotated orientation, at least one of at least a portion of a natural eyelash or at least a portion of a false eyelash extension is in contact with an outer surface of a first section of at least one of a pair of opposing arms of the heated electric applicator.

In operation 745 of branch A, the heated electric applicator is maintained in a closed position and rotated orientation for a period of time to curl one or more of the natural eyelashes or artificial eyelash extensions.

7C, in operation 750 of branch B, the heated electrical applicator is held in the closed position for a period of one hour. In some embodiments, the heated electric applicator is held in the closed position for a period of time to soften the adhesive used to attach the false eyelash extensions to the natural eyelashes.

At operation 755 of branch B, the heated electrical applicator is removed from the eye area.

In operation 760 of branch B, the cooling unit of the electric applicator is activated. In some embodiments, activating the cooling unit cools at least a first section of each arm.

At operation 765 of branch B, a cooled electric applicator is placed in the user's eye area. In some embodiments, the cooled electrical applicator is positioned in an aligned orientation while in the open position.

In operation 770 of branch B, the cooled electric applicator is switched to the closed position.

In operation 775 of branch B, the cooled electric applicator is held in the closed position for a period of one hour. Holding the cooled electric applicator in the closed position can cure the adhesive used to attach the false eyelash extensions to the natural eyelashes.

The foregoing description of various embodiments of the claimed subject matter has been presented for purposes of illustration and description. It is not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the claimed subject matter to the precise form disclosed. Many modifications and variations will be apparent to those skilled in the art. The examples have been selected and described so as to best illustrate the principles of the invention and its practical applications, thereby enabling those skilled in the art to understand the claimed subject matter, the various embodiments, and various modifications suitable for the particular use contemplated. Let's do it.

Throughout this specification, references to “one embodiment,” “a specific embodiment,” “one or more embodiments,” “some embodiments,” or “an embodiment” refer to a specific feature, structure, material, or material described in connection with the embodiment. It means that the feature is included in at least one embodiment of the present invention. Accordingly, the appearance of phrases such as “in one or more embodiments,” “in a particular embodiment,” “in one embodiment,” “in some embodiments,” or “in an embodiment” in various places throughout this specification They do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment of the invention. Additionally, specific features, structures, materials or properties may be combined in any suitable way in one or more embodiments.

The terms “connected,” “coupled,” or any variations thereof include any connection or coupling between two or more elements, either direct or indirect.

As used herein, the singular forms “a”, “an” and “the” include plural references unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Thus, for example, a reference to an “element” includes a single element as well as two or more different elements. The word “example” or “exemplary” is used herein to mean serving as an example, instance, or illustration. Any aspect or design described herein as an “example” or “exemplary” is not necessarily to be construed as preferred or advantageous over another aspect or design. Rather, the use of the word “example” or “exemplary” is intended to present the concept in a specific manner. As used in this application, the term “or” is intended to mean an inclusive “or” rather than an exclusive “or.” That is, unless otherwise specified, or clear from context, “X includes A or B” is intended to mean any natural generic permutation. That is, either X contains A; X includes B; or if X includes both A and B, then “X includes A or B” is satisfied under any of the preceding cases.

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As a device,
handle;
A pair of opposing arms coupled to the handle, each arm comprising a first section having a first curvature disposed between a first end portion and a second end portion of the first section. and the first curve is shaped to align closely with the lash line of the eye; and
and a heating unit coupled to the pair of opposing arms and configured to heat the first section of each arm. According to paragraph 1,
The apparatus further comprising a cooling unit configured to cool the first section of each arm. 2. The method of claim 1, wherein each arm:
The device further comprises a first side opposite a second side and an interior surface opposite an exterior surface, wherein the interior surface and the exterior surface extend between the first side and the second side. 4. The method of claim 3, wherein the first section of each arm has a second bend disposed between the first end portion and the second end portion and along at least a portion of the first side corresponding to the first section. and wherein the second bend is positioned opposite the first bend. 5. The device of claim 4, wherein the first curve is disposed along at least a portion of the second side corresponding to the first section, wherein the first curve is a concave curve and the second curve is a convex curve. 4. The device of claim 3, wherein at least a portion of the interior surface corresponding to the first section comprises a substantially flat surface. 7. The method of claim 6, wherein at least a portion of the inner surface corresponding to the first section of the opposing arm is designed to apply pressure to a natural eyelash and one or more false eyelash extensions arranged on the underside of the natural eyelash. Device. 4. The device of claim 3, wherein at least a portion of the outer surface corresponding to the first section includes a curved portion having a third curved surface located between the first side and the second side. The device according to claim 8, wherein the third bend of the curvature of the first section is designed to curl one or more of natural eyelashes or one or more false eyelash extensions arranged on the lower side of the natural eyelashes. 2. The method of claim 1, wherein each arm further comprises a second section positioned between the first section and the handle, wherein the second section of each arm transitions the first section from an open position to a closed position. Devices configured to press against each other to cause a transition. 11. The device of claim 10, wherein at least an outer surface of the second section comprises an insulating material. 2. The method of claim 1, wherein the heating unit:
The apparatus further comprising a heating member extending within the first section of each arm, the heating member conducting heat energy to the first section of each arm. 13. The device of claim 12, wherein the heating element comprises a resistance wire. 3. The method of claim 2, wherein the cooling unit:
The apparatus further comprising a cooling member extending within the first section of each arm. 15. The device according to claim 14, wherein the cooling member of the cooling unit and the heating member of the heating unit are the same member. 2. The device of claim 1, wherein the heating unit includes a thermoelectric component. 3. The device of claim 2, wherein the heating unit and the cooling unit comprise identical thermoelectric components. 2. The device of claim 1, wherein the outer surface of the first section comprises a non-stick material. 19. The device of claim 18, wherein the non-stick material comprises silicone. 2. The device of claim 1, wherein the device is configured to transition from an open position to a closed position in response to application of pressure to the pair of opposing arms, wherein in the open position, the pair of opposing arms are separated from each other. , Device. 21. The device of claim 20, wherein the open position of the device is a default position. 21. The apparatus of claim 20, wherein in the closed position, an interior surface corresponding to the first section of one of the pair of opposing arms is configured to contact an opposing interior surface of the other one of the pair of opposing arms. . 11. The device of claim 10, wherein at least a portion of the first section is joined to the second section, the joint being closer to the second end portion than the first end portion of the first section. 11. The device of claim 10, wherein the first section, the second section and the handle extend longitudinally toward the proximal end. 6. The method of claim 5, wherein the apex of the concave curvature is oriented distally from the second end portion and oriented proximally from the first end portion, such that the concave curvature corresponds to the first section. Device facing against one side. 2. The device of claim 1, wherein the first end portion of the first section of each arm comprises a distal end. 27. The device of claim 26, wherein the distal end of each arm is a single-ended distal end. 2. The device of claim 1, wherein the first curve of the first section is designed to be substantially flush with the shape of the lash line. As a method:
Obtaining an electric applicator comprising a pair of opposing arms and a heating unit, each arm having a first curve disposed between a first end portion and a second end portion of the first section. Contains 1 section -;
activating the heating unit of the electric applicator to heat the first section of each arm;
positioning a heated electric applicator in an aligned orientation over the user's eye area, wherein the first bend of each arm is positioned to align with the lash line of a natural eyelash; and
Returning the heated electric applicator to a closed position by closing the first section of the pair of opposing arms on the natural eyelash and a false eyelash extension attached to the natural eyelash. According to clause 29,
The method further comprising maintaining the heated electric applicator in the closed position for a first period of time to soften the adhesive used to attach the false eyelash extensions to the natural eyelashes. According to clause 29,
rotating the heated electric applicator in the closed position along an axis of rotation to shift the heated electric applicator from the aligned orientation to a rotated orientation, wherein at least a portion of the natural eyelashes and at least a portion of the false eyelash extension contacts an outer surface of the first section of at least one of the pair of opposing arms of the heated electric applicator; and
The method further comprising maintaining the heated electric applicator in the closed position and the rotated orientation for a second period of time to curl one or more of the natural eyelashes or the false eyelash extensions. According to clause 30,
removing the heated electrical applicator from the eye area;
activating a cooling unit of the electric applicator to cool the first section of each arm;
positioning a cooled electric applicator in the aligned orientation over the eye area of the user;
returning the cooled electric applicator to the closed position; and
The method further comprising maintaining the cooled electric applicator in the closed position for a third period of time to cure the adhesive used to attach the false eyelash extension to the natural eyelash. According to clause 29,
applying adhesive to the user's natural eyelashes;
Arranging the artificial eyelash extensions to the natural eyelashes; and
The method further comprising attaching the arranged false eyelash extensions to the natural eyelashes using the adhesive. 34. The method of claim 33, wherein said applying, said arranging and said attaching steps are performed during a first application session and said activating, said positioning and said diverting steps are performed during a second application session. How to become. 30. The method of claim 29, wherein the false eyelash extensions are attached to the underside of the natural eyelashes. 30. The arm of claim 29, wherein each arm further comprises a first side opposite a second side, and an interior surface opposite an exterior surface, wherein the interior surface and the exterior surface are adjacent to the first side and the second side. A method that extends between. 37. The method of claim 36, wherein the first section of each arm has a second bend disposed between the first end portion and the second end portion and along at least a portion of the first side corresponding to the first section. wherein the second bend is positioned opposite the first bend. 38. The method of claim 37, wherein the first curve is disposed along at least a portion of the second side corresponding to the first section, wherein the first curve is a concave curve and the second curve is a convex curve. 37. The method of claim 36, wherein at least a portion of the interior surface corresponding to the first section comprises a substantially planar surface. 40. The method of claim 39, wherein at least a portion of the interior surface corresponding to the first section of the opposing arm is designed to apply pressure to a natural eyelash and the false eyelash extension attached to the natural eyelash. 37. The method of claim 36, wherein at least a portion of the outer surface corresponding to the first section comprises a third curved surface located between the first side and the second side. 42. The method of claim 41, wherein the at least a portion of the outer surface corresponding to the first section is designed to curl one or more of the natural eyelashes or the false eyelash extensions attached to the natural eyelashes.