US20140299151A1 - Modular Cosmetic Container System - Google Patents

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US20140299151A1
US20140299151A1 US13/859,407 US201313859407A US2014299151A1 US 20140299151 A1 US20140299151 A1 US 20140299151A1 US 201313859407 A US201313859407 A US 201313859407A US 2014299151 A1 US2014299151 A1 US 2014299151A1
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    • A45D—HAIRDRESSING OR SHAVING EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT FOR COSMETICS OR COSMETIC TREATMENTS, e.g. FOR MANICURING OR PEDICURING
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    • A45D—HAIRDRESSING OR SHAVING EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT FOR COSMETICS OR COSMETIC TREATMENTS, e.g. FOR MANICURING OR PEDICURING
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  • the present invention generally relates to a container system, more specifically to a modular cosmetic container system that utilizes a detachable tray system for interchanging sets of cosmetic products.
  • the present invention accomplishes this through the use of magnetically retained components that enable facilitated storage and removal of the detachable trays.
  • cosmetic products are provided in a plurality of storage containers.
  • cosmetic products such as foundation, concealer, mascara, eyeliner, and various other products are provided to consumers in pre-packaged containers.
  • These pre-packaged containers are provided by manufactures as a means of transporting and distributing their cosmetic products to retail and consumer markets.
  • these pre-packaged containers function as a re-sealable housing that allows the consumer to safely store the cosmetic product after use. While these re-sealable containers provide consumers with a standalone option to store individual cosmetics, most consumers normally require the use of several functionally different cosmetic products on a daily basis. This situation is further exacerbated by the variability between the size and shape of pre-packaged containers from different manufactures.
  • One storage solution currently available provides the consumer with a non specific containers system that is able to accommodate the various dimensions of cosmetic products.
  • the container system utilizes a plurality of non-specific shelves as well as non-specific compartments in order to accommodate various cosmetic products from different manufactures.
  • These containers systems provide the consumer with the ability to store large collections of cosmetic products regardless of their size or shape of their container. While the abovementioned container system provides a versatile storage solution, it lacks the ability conveniently organize small sets of cosmetic products from large collections. This drawback is due to the lack of specificity that is inherent to most versatile design.
  • Another storage solution currently available provides the consumer with a cosmetic storage system that utilizes standardized pre-packaged containers for distributing cosmetic products. These standardized containers are incorporated into a separate housing that conveniently organizes the standardized pre-packaged containers according to the consumer's preference. The standardized pre-packaged containers are organized into convenient sets that can be customized or reorganized as needed through the use of a detachably engagement between the housing and the standardized pre-packaged containers. These convenient sets allow for facilitated storage and transport of large collections of standardized pre-packaged cosmetic products. While the aforementioned cosmetic storage system is able to improve some organization and storage limitations experienced by consumers, the aforementioned cosmetic system is largely dependent on standardized pre-packaged containers. This reliance on a standard size and shape limits the consumer's options in cosmetic products, requiring them to purchase cosmetics designed specifically for use with the prepackaged system.
  • the present invention utilizes customizable tray assemblies as a means to store particular combinations of cosmetic products. Each cosmetic product is stored within specially designed receptacles in order to create a unique set of cosmetic products. These unique sets can be placed within the cosmetic storage system allowing for facilitated transfer and improved customization for user's who may need to frequently carry large collections of cosmetic products.
  • the tray assemblies comprise variably sized receptacles that allow the attachment of a plurality of pre-packaged containers.
  • the variably sized receptacles are configured to retain cosmetic products as well as cosmetic accessories.
  • a housing system is provided for the tray assembly that allows the storage organization of large collections of tray assemblies.
  • the housing system accommodates the tray assemblies through specific mounts that enable further customization and storage of cosmetic sets regardless. Due to the tray assemblies' ability to retain various types of cosmetic products, the housing system is able to store and organized a plurality of cosmetic sets regardless of their size or original manufacturer. Through the versatility of the tray assemblies and the specificity of the housing system, the present invention is able to provide consumers with an improved means of storing and organizing existing cosmetic products.
  • FIG. 1 is a perspective view the displaying modular cosmetic container system in the horizontal configuration with a single tray assembly detachably coupled to the recessed magnetic plate as per the current embodiment of the present invention.
  • FIG. 2 is a perspective view the displaying modular cosmetic container system in the horizontal configuration with two tray assemblies positioned coplanar and being detachably coupled to the recessed magnetic plate as per the current embodiment of the present invention.
  • FIG. 3 is a perspective view the displaying modular cosmetic container system in the vertical configuration with the at least one tray assembly detachably coupled to the plurality of magnetic shelves assembly mounts in a vertical configuration as per the current embodiment of the present invention.
  • FIG. 4 is an expanded perspective view the displaying the at least one tray assembly with a single receptacle and single cosmetic product as per the current embodiment of the present invention.
  • FIG. 5 is an expanded perspective view the displaying the at least one tray assembly with dual receptacles and two cosmetic products as per the current embodiment of the present invention.
  • FIG. 6 is an expanded perspective view the displaying the at least one tray assembly with five receptacles consisting of a receptacle designed for an applicator and four receptacles designed for cosmetic products as per the current embodiment of the present invention.
  • FIG. 7 is a perspective view the displaying modular cosmetic container system in the horizontal configuration with a single tray assembly detachably coupled to the recessed magnetic plate with the housing cover in the closed position.
  • FIG. 8 is an expanded perspective view the displaying modular cosmetic container system in the horizontal configuration with a single tray assembly detachably coupled to the recessed magnetic plate.
  • FIG. 9 is an expanded perspective view the displaying the housing assembly of the modular cosmetic container system in the horizontal configuration with the single tray assembly detached from the recessed magnetic plate.
  • FIG. 10 is a perspective view the displaying modular cosmetic container system in the horizontal configuration with two tray assemblies positioned coplanar and being detachably coupled to the recessed magnetic plate with the housing cover in the closed position.
  • FIG. 11 is an expanded perspective view the displaying modular cosmetic container system in the horizontal configuration with two tray assemblies positioned coplanar and being detachably coupled to the recessed magnetic plate.
  • FIG. 12 is a perspective view the displaying the housing assembly of the modular cosmetic container system in the horizontal configuration with both tray assemblies detached from the recessed magnetic plate.
  • FIG. 13 is a perspective view the displaying modular cosmetic container system in the vertical configuration with the at least one tray assembly being detachably coupled to the plurality of magnetic shelves and at least one tray assembly detachably coupled to a recessed magnetic plate with the housing cover in the closed position.
  • FIG. 14 is an expanded perspective view the displaying modular cosmetic container system in the vertical configuration with four tray assemblies being detachably coupled to the plurality of magnetic shelves and one tray assembly detachably coupled to a recessed magnetic plate.
  • FIG. 15 is a perspective view the displaying modular cosmetic container system in the vertical configuration with the vertically stacked tray assemblies and the horizontally positioned tray assembly removed detached.
  • the present invention is a modular cosmetic container system that enables a user to organize, create, and substitute customizable cosmetic trays detachably retained within a cosmetic storage system.
  • the present invention utilizes the customizable tray assemblies as a means to store particular combinations of cosmetic products 24 .
  • Each cosmetic product is stored within specially designed receptacles in order to create a unique set of cosmetic products 24 .
  • These unique sets can be placed within the cosmetic storage system allowing for facilitated transfer and improved customization for user's who may need to frequently carry large collections of cosmetic products 24 .
  • the modular cosmetic container system comprises a housing assembly 1 and at least one tray assembly 16 .
  • the housing assembly 1 is the structural body that functions as a storage location for retaining the at least one tray assembly 16 .
  • the at least one tray assembly 16 is the customizable storage component that retains a plurality of cosmetic products 24 or cosmetic applicator 23 .
  • the at least one tray assembly 16 is found positioned within the housing assembly 1 , wherein the user would store at least one tray assembly 16 within the housing assembly 1 enabling facilitated transport of cosmetic product sets.
  • the at least one tray assembly 16 is found detachably coupled to the housing assembly 1 , wherein the detachable coupling between the housing assembly 1 and the at least one tray allows for the facilitated storage and retrieval of the at least one tray assembly 16 .
  • the at least one tray assembly 16 shall hereinafter be referenced to as the tray assembly 16 unless otherwise noted.
  • the tray assembly 16 is the customizable storage component provided as the means of storing and combining a plurality of cosmetic products 24 and cosmetic applicator 23 .
  • the tray assembly 16 is detachably coupled within the housing assembly 1 allowing for the facilitated storage and retrieval. This is accomplished through a particular arrangement between the tray assembly 16 and the housing assembly 1 that enable the tray assembly 16 to function as a modular component allowing a particular tray assembly 16 to be exchanged for another tray assembly 16 with ease.
  • the tray assemblies of the at least one tray assembly 16 comprises a magnetic coupler 17 , at least one receptacle 18 , and a tab.
  • the magnetic coupler 17 is provided as the means to detachably engage the tray assembly 16 to the housing assembly 1 .
  • the magnetic coupler 17 is positioned below the at least one receptacle 18 .
  • the at least one receptacle 18 is provided as a mount for a cosmetic product or a cosmetic applicator. It should be noted that the at least one receptacle 18 is provided to accommodate more than one cosmetic product or applicator, but can additionally be provided to accommodate a combination of cosmetic products 24 and cosmetic applicator 23 .
  • each of the at least one receptacle 18 comprises a recessed compartment 19 .
  • the recessed compartment 19 can be specifically configured to enable the attachment of various cosmetic products 24 , as well as the attachment of cosmetic accessories, such as cosmetic applicator 23 .
  • the recessed compartment 19 comprises a finger groove 20 .
  • the finger groove 20 is a tangentially positioned groove incised into the recessed compartment 19 .
  • the finger groove 20 allows the user to easily detach the cosmetic product retained with the recessed compartment 19 .
  • the tab 21 is provided as a means of grasping the tray assembly 16 .
  • the tab 21 is peripherally positioned on the tray assembly 16 , wherein the tab 21 protrudes from the tray assembly 16 in order to function as a contact point enabling the user to grasp the tray assembly 16 when deployed within the housing assembly 1 .
  • the housing assembly 1 is the structural body that functions as an enclosure for the at least one tray assembly 16 .
  • the housing assembly 1 serves a structural role within the modular cosmetic container system, wherein the structural role enables the various iterations of the housing assemblies subcomponents to be distributed in a manner optimally suited for retaining the at least one tray assembly 16 .
  • the housing assembly 1 comprises a housing cover 2 and a housing base 7 .
  • the housing base 7 is the rigid body that contains the various structural elements that enable the at least one tray assembly 16 to be detachably coupled within the housing assembly 1 .
  • the housing cover 2 is provided as a means to secure the at least one tray assembly 16 within the housing assembly 1 .
  • the housing cover 2 prevents unwanted interactions between the surrounding and the cosmetic products 24 contained within each of the at least one tray assemblies stored within the housing base 7 .
  • the housing cover 2 and the housing base 7 are pivotally associated with each other. The pivotal association allows the housing cover 2 to remain attached to the housing base 7 during the storage and retrieval of the at least one tray assembly 16 .
  • the housing cover 2 disengages it seal with the housing base 7 permitting access to the interior portions of the housing base 7 .
  • the housing cover 2 is the provided as the means of sealing the housing base 7 , securing the at least one tray assembly 16 stored within the housing assembly 1 .
  • the housing cover 2 is pivotally associated with the housing base 7 , allowing facilitated storage and retrieval of the at least one tray assembly 16 .
  • the housing cover 2 comprises an integrated minor 3 , a front section 4 , and a rear section 6 .
  • the integrated minor 3 is provided as an accessory component that facilitates the application of cosmetic products 24 .
  • the integrated minor 3 allows the modular cosmetic container system to function as a portable cosmetic device, such as a compact case.
  • the integrated mirror 3 is positioned between the front section 4 and the rear section 6 , wherein the distribution of the integrated minor 3 between the front section 4 and the rear section 6 allows for a central alignment between the integrated minor 3 and the housing base 7 .
  • the integrated minor 3 is positioned with an orientation that directs the integrated minor 3 towards the housing base 7 .
  • the front section 4 and the rear section 6 are opposed regions of the housing cover 2 that enable a distinct alignment between the housing cover 2 and the housing base 7 .
  • the housing base 7 is provided as the rigid body that contains the various structural elements that enable the at least one tray assembly 16 to be detachably coupled within the housing assembly 1 .
  • the housing base 7 comprises a housing base opening 8 , at least one tray assembly mount 10 , a front section 4 , and a rear section 6 .
  • the housing base opening 8 is provided as a structural element that allows access to the at least one tray assembly mount 10 .
  • the housing base opening 8 is positioned on the housing base 7 , wherein the housing base opening 8 is positioned on the housing base 7 a as an excised region that provides access to an interior region of the housing base 7 that contains the at least one tray assembly mount 10 .
  • the at least one tray assembly mount 10 is the structural component that directly engages the tray assembly 16 . It should be noted that the at least one tray assembly mount 10 is provided with an interpretation that each of the at least one tray assembly mount 10 s may be coupled to a tray assembly 16 as well as being coupled to at least one tray assembly 16 .
  • the at least one tray assembly mount 10 is positioned between the front base section 14 and the rear base section 13 .
  • the front base section 14 and the rear base section 13 are opposed regions of the housing base 7 that enable a distinct alignment between the housing cover 2 and the housing base 7 .
  • the distinct alignment between the housing cover 2 and the housing base 7 provides that the front section 4 of the housing cover 2 and the front base section 14 of the housing base 7 are positioned coincident to one another.
  • the rear section 6 of the housing cover 2 and the rear base section 13 of the housing base 7 are provided with a coincident distribution.
  • the coincident distribution between the front section 4 with the front base section 14 , and the rear section 6 and the rear base section 13 permits a parallel alignment between surfaces of the housing cover 2 and the housing base 7 , as well as a shared axial relation.
  • the rear section 6 and the rear base section 13 are pivotally coupled to each other.
  • the tray assembly mount 10 can be provided with sufficient clearance between the recessed magnetic plate 11 and the housing cover 2 in order to allow the placement of the at least one tray assembly 16 with the cosmetic applicator 23 without restricting the closure of the housing assembly 1 by the housing cover 2 .
  • the housing base 7 is provided with at least two component configurations.
  • the two component configurations differ in the distribution of the at least one tray assembly mount 10 , wherein the distribution of the at least one tray assembly mount 10 results in a vertical or horizontal configuration.
  • the component similarity and distribution between both configurations are relatively high.
  • the two configurations are not mutually exclusive and that the vertical configuration may contain elements of horizontal configuration, conversely the horizontal configuration may contain elements of the vertical configuration.
  • the at least one tray assembly mount 10 is provided as a recessed magnetic plate 11 that enables the distribution of the at least one tray assembly 16 in a coplanar arrangement to another at least one tray assembly 16 .
  • the recessed magnetic plate 11 is a magnetically reactive component that enables the magnetic retention of at least one tray assembly 16 to tray assembly mount 10 .
  • the housing base opening 8 is found positioned between the front base section 14 and the rear base section 13 .
  • the housing base opening 8 is centrally aligned with the integrated mirror 3 , wherein the central alignment to the integrated mirror 3 is accomplished by the central positioning of the housing base opening 8 relative to the housing base 7 and with the vertical orientation of the housing base opening 8 towards the housing cover 2 .
  • the housing base opening 8 is provided as the means of accessing the recessed magnetic plate 11 . Due to this relationship, the at least one tray assembly 16 must traverse through the housing base opening 8 to engage the at least one tray assembly mount 10 . The at least one tray assembly 16 is magnetically retained to the recessed magnetic plate 11 by way of the magnetic coupler 17 .
  • the tab 21 of the at least one tray assembly 16 is provided as a means of grasping the at least one tray assembly 16 when coupled within the housing base 7 . The tab 21 traverses through the housing base opening 8 , resulting in the tab 21 being positioned between the housing cover 2 and the housing base 7 . The aforementioned relationship is further explained as having the tab 21 positioned between the front section 4 of the housing cover 2 and the front base section 14 of the housing base 7 .
  • the flexible loop 22 being peripherally positioned to the housing base 7 enables flexible loop 22 to function as a storage mount for a cosmetic applicator 23 as well as elongated cylindrically shaped cosmetic products 24 , providing that the flexible loop 22 is positioned collinear with the flexible loop 22 of another tray assembly 16 .
  • the at least one tray assembly mount 10 is provided as a plurality of magnetic shelves 12 that enable the tray assemblies to be vertically stacked within the housing base 7 .
  • the vertical configuration is provided with a front housing base opening 9 .
  • the front housing base opening 9 is provided as a particular opening for accessing the plurality of magnetic shelves 12 positioned within the housing base 7 .
  • the front housing base opening 9 is found traversing the front base section 14 , wherein the front housing base 7 is found positioned coincident with the front base section 14 while enabling access to the plurality of magnetic shelves 12 .
  • the at least one tray assembly 16 must traverse through the front housing base opening 9 in order to access the plurality of magnetic shelves 12 .
  • each of the plurality of magnetic shelves 12 are provided as a singular mounting point for a tray assembly 16 , wherein a magnetic shelf 12 of the plurality of magnetic shelves 12 would be coupled to only a single magnetic coupler 17 .
  • the housing cover 2 and the housing base 7 are provided with a means of securely sealing the front housing base opening 9 .
  • This means of securely sealing the front housing base opening 9 is accomplished through the inclusion of additional component to housing cover 2 and the housing base 7 .
  • the housing cover 2 comprises a first flap 5 and the housing base 7 comprises a second flap 15 .
  • the first flap 5 is coupled to the front section 4 in a manner that results in a perpendicular positioning relative to the integrated minor 3 .
  • the first flap 5 is found pivotally attached to the front section 4 of the housing cover 2 , wherein the first flap 5 pivots about a path with a starting point being front housing base opening 9 and the end point being a plane that is coincident with the integrated minor 3 .
  • the second flap 15 is coupled to the lower portion of the front base section 14 resulting in a parallel positioning relative to the front housing base opening 9 .
  • the second flap 15 is found pivotally attached to the front base section 14 of the housing base 7 , wherein the second flap 15 pivots about a path that begins with the front housing base opening 9 the plane coincident with the pivot point between the front base section 14 and the second flap 15 .
  • the engagement between the cosmetic products 24 and the at least one receptacles 18 is accomplished through a non-specific engagement. While the current embodiment utilizes a non-specific engagement between the cosmetic products 24 and the at least one receptacle 18 , it should be noted that additional embodiment can potentially utilize any detachable engagement necessary to securely attach the cosmetic product 24 to the at least one receptacle 18 of the tray assembly 16 , wherein the detachable engagement can include a magnetic engagement.
  • the modular cosmetic container system is provided with a light weight and durable construction. While the material construction of the present invention is not explicitly described, it should be noted that the present invention should be constructed from materials that are relatively inert with regards to current cosmetic product formulations.
  • the magnetic components of the utilized between the magnetic coupler 17 of the at least one tray assembly 16 and the recessed magnetic plate 11 of the at least one tray assembly mount 10 is not explicitly described. While the magnetic relationship between the magnetic coupler 17 and the magnetic plate 11 are not explicitly mentioned, it should be noted that this lack of specificity provides that any magnetic engagement means between the two components would be constitute an obvious difference.
  • the magnetic components of the utilized between the magnetic coupler 17 of the at least one tray assembly 16 and the plurality of magnetic shelves 12 of the at least one tray assembly mount 10 are not explicitly described. While the magnetic relationship between the magnetic coupler 17 and the plurality of magnetic shelves 12 are not explicitly mentioned, it should be noted that this lack of specificity provides that any magnetic engagement means between the two components would be constitute an obvious difference.
  • the tab 21 is peripherally positioned on the tray assembly 16 and found positioned between the front section 4 and the front base section 14 .
  • the tab 21 utilizes the aforementioned component arrangement
  • an additional embodiment of the present invention would omit the tab 21 and the associated positioning for the at least one tray assembly 16 .
  • the tray assembly 16 would not require the tab 21 as the means of separating the tray assembly 16 from the tray assembly mount 10 .
  • the absence of the tab 21 eliminates the requirement to have the tab positioned between the front section 4 and the front base section 14 .
  • the tab-less tray assemblies can be positioned in any configuration and orientation regardless of the positioning of front section and the front base section as long as the tray assemblies 16 are positioned coplanar to each other. Moreover, it should be noted that the tab-less tray assemblies maybe used in combination with the tabbed tray assemblies 16 .

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A modular cosmetic container system is provided to enable a user to organize, create, and substitute customizable cosmetic trays detachably retained within a cosmetic storage system. The present invention utilizes the customizable tray assemblies as a means to store particular combinations of cosmetic products. Each cosmetic product is stored within specially designed receptacles to create a unique set of cosmetic products. These unique sets can be placed within the cosmetic storage system allowing for facilitated transfer and improved customization for user's who may need to frequently carry large collections of cosmetic products. The modular cosmetic container system comprises a housing assembly and at least one tray assembly. The housing assembly is the structural body that functions as a storage location for retaining the at least one tray assembly. The at least one tray assembly is the customizable storage component that retains a plurality of cosmetic products or cosmetic applicator.

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    FIELD OF THE INVENTION
  • The present invention generally relates to a container system, more specifically to a modular cosmetic container system that utilizes a detachable tray system for interchanging sets of cosmetic products. The present invention accomplishes this through the use of magnetically retained components that enable facilitated storage and removal of the detachable trays.
    • BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
  • It is well known to those familiar in the art, that cosmetic products are provided in a plurality of storage containers. Generally, cosmetic products, such as foundation, concealer, mascara, eyeliner, and various other products are provided to consumers in pre-packaged containers. These pre-packaged containers are provided by manufactures as a means of transporting and distributing their cosmetic products to retail and consumer markets. Typically these pre-packaged containers function as a re-sealable housing that allows the consumer to safely store the cosmetic product after use. While these re-sealable containers provide consumers with a standalone option to store individual cosmetics, most consumers normally require the use of several functionally different cosmetic products on a daily basis. This situation is further exacerbated by the variability between the size and shape of pre-packaged containers from different manufactures. This variability in size and shape complicates the storage and organization of large collections of cosmetic products, making it difficult for the consumer to transport, use, and store specific sets as well as large collections of cosmetic products. As a result of this current situation, a plurality of storage solutions have been created in an attempt to alleviate this situation.
  • One storage solution currently available provides the consumer with a non specific containers system that is able to accommodate the various dimensions of cosmetic products. The container system utilizes a plurality of non-specific shelves as well as non-specific compartments in order to accommodate various cosmetic products from different manufactures. These containers systems provide the consumer with the ability to store large collections of cosmetic products regardless of their size or shape of their container. While the abovementioned container system provides a versatile storage solution, it lacks the ability conveniently organize small sets of cosmetic products from large collections. This drawback is due to the lack of specificity that is inherent to most versatile design.
  • Another storage solution currently available provides the consumer with a cosmetic storage system that utilizes standardized pre-packaged containers for distributing cosmetic products. These standardized containers are incorporated into a separate housing that conveniently organizes the standardized pre-packaged containers according to the consumer's preference. The standardized pre-packaged containers are organized into convenient sets that can be customized or reorganized as needed through the use of a detachably engagement between the housing and the standardized pre-packaged containers. These convenient sets allow for facilitated storage and transport of large collections of standardized pre-packaged cosmetic products. While the aforementioned cosmetic storage system is able to improve some organization and storage limitations experienced by consumers, the aforementioned cosmetic system is largely dependent on standardized pre-packaged containers. This reliance on a standard size and shape limits the consumer's options in cosmetic products, requiring them to purchase cosmetics designed specifically for use with the prepackaged system.
  • It is therefore the object of the present invention to provide a modular cosmetic container system that allows a consumer to organize, create, and substitute customizable cosmetic trays detachably retained within a cosmetic storage system. The present invention utilizes customizable tray assemblies as a means to store particular combinations of cosmetic products. Each cosmetic product is stored within specially designed receptacles in order to create a unique set of cosmetic products. These unique sets can be placed within the cosmetic storage system allowing for facilitated transfer and improved customization for user's who may need to frequently carry large collections of cosmetic products. The tray assemblies comprise variably sized receptacles that allow the attachment of a plurality of pre-packaged containers. The variably sized receptacles are configured to retain cosmetic products as well as cosmetic accessories. A housing system is provided for the tray assembly that allows the storage organization of large collections of tray assemblies. The housing system accommodates the tray assemblies through specific mounts that enable further customization and storage of cosmetic sets regardless. Due to the tray assemblies' ability to retain various types of cosmetic products, the housing system is able to store and organized a plurality of cosmetic sets regardless of their size or original manufacturer. Through the versatility of the tray assemblies and the specificity of the housing system, the present invention is able to provide consumers with an improved means of storing and organizing existing cosmetic products.
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  • FIG. 1 is a perspective view the displaying modular cosmetic container system in the horizontal configuration with a single tray assembly detachably coupled to the recessed magnetic plate as per the current embodiment of the present invention.
  • FIG. 2 is a perspective view the displaying modular cosmetic container system in the horizontal configuration with two tray assemblies positioned coplanar and being detachably coupled to the recessed magnetic plate as per the current embodiment of the present invention.
  • FIG. 3 is a perspective view the displaying modular cosmetic container system in the vertical configuration with the at least one tray assembly detachably coupled to the plurality of magnetic shelves assembly mounts in a vertical configuration as per the current embodiment of the present invention.
  • FIG. 4 is an expanded perspective view the displaying the at least one tray assembly with a single receptacle and single cosmetic product as per the current embodiment of the present invention.
  • FIG. 5 is an expanded perspective view the displaying the at least one tray assembly with dual receptacles and two cosmetic products as per the current embodiment of the present invention.
  • FIG. 6 is an expanded perspective view the displaying the at least one tray assembly with five receptacles consisting of a receptacle designed for an applicator and four receptacles designed for cosmetic products as per the current embodiment of the present invention.
  • FIG. 7 is a perspective view the displaying modular cosmetic container system in the horizontal configuration with a single tray assembly detachably coupled to the recessed magnetic plate with the housing cover in the closed position.
  • FIG. 8 is an expanded perspective view the displaying modular cosmetic container system in the horizontal configuration with a single tray assembly detachably coupled to the recessed magnetic plate.
  • FIG. 9 is an expanded perspective view the displaying the housing assembly of the modular cosmetic container system in the horizontal configuration with the single tray assembly detached from the recessed magnetic plate.
  • FIG. 10 is a perspective view the displaying modular cosmetic container system in the horizontal configuration with two tray assemblies positioned coplanar and being detachably coupled to the recessed magnetic plate with the housing cover in the closed position.
  • FIG. 11 is an expanded perspective view the displaying modular cosmetic container system in the horizontal configuration with two tray assemblies positioned coplanar and being detachably coupled to the recessed magnetic plate.
  • FIG. 12 is a perspective view the displaying the housing assembly of the modular cosmetic container system in the horizontal configuration with both tray assemblies detached from the recessed magnetic plate.
  • FIG. 13 is a perspective view the displaying modular cosmetic container system in the vertical configuration with the at least one tray assembly being detachably coupled to the plurality of magnetic shelves and at least one tray assembly detachably coupled to a recessed magnetic plate with the housing cover in the closed position.
  • FIG. 14 is an expanded perspective view the displaying modular cosmetic container system in the vertical configuration with four tray assemblies being detachably coupled to the plurality of magnetic shelves and one tray assembly detachably coupled to a recessed magnetic plate.
  • FIG. 15 is a perspective view the displaying modular cosmetic container system in the vertical configuration with the vertically stacked tray assemblies and the horizontally positioned tray assembly removed detached.
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  • All illustrations of the drawings are for the purpose of describing selected versions of the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention.
  • Referencing FIG. 1-3, the present invention is a modular cosmetic container system that enables a user to organize, create, and substitute customizable cosmetic trays detachably retained within a cosmetic storage system. The present invention utilizes the customizable tray assemblies as a means to store particular combinations of cosmetic products 24. Each cosmetic product is stored within specially designed receptacles in order to create a unique set of cosmetic products 24. These unique sets can be placed within the cosmetic storage system allowing for facilitated transfer and improved customization for user's who may need to frequently carry large collections of cosmetic products 24. In the current embodiment of the present invention, the modular cosmetic container system comprises a housing assembly 1 and at least one tray assembly 16. The housing assembly 1 is the structural body that functions as a storage location for retaining the at least one tray assembly 16. The at least one tray assembly 16 is the customizable storage component that retains a plurality of cosmetic products 24 or cosmetic applicator 23. The at least one tray assembly 16 is found positioned within the housing assembly 1, wherein the user would store at least one tray assembly 16 within the housing assembly 1 enabling facilitated transport of cosmetic product sets. The at least one tray assembly 16 is found detachably coupled to the housing assembly 1, wherein the detachable coupling between the housing assembly 1 and the at least one tray allows for the facilitated storage and retrieval of the at least one tray assembly 16. It should be noted that the at least one tray assembly 16 shall hereinafter be referenced to as the tray assembly 16 unless otherwise noted.
  • Referencing FIG. 4-6, the tray assembly 16 is the customizable storage component provided as the means of storing and combining a plurality of cosmetic products 24 and cosmetic applicator 23. The tray assembly 16 is detachably coupled within the housing assembly 1 allowing for the facilitated storage and retrieval. This is accomplished through a particular arrangement between the tray assembly 16 and the housing assembly 1 that enable the tray assembly 16 to function as a modular component allowing a particular tray assembly 16 to be exchanged for another tray assembly 16 with ease. In the current embodiment of the present invention, of the tray assemblies of the at least one tray assembly 16 comprises a magnetic coupler 17, at least one receptacle 18, and a tab. The magnetic coupler 17 is provided as the means to detachably engage the tray assembly 16 to the housing assembly 1. The magnetic coupler 17 is positioned below the at least one receptacle 18. The at least one receptacle 18 is provided as a mount for a cosmetic product or a cosmetic applicator. It should be noted that the at least one receptacle 18 is provided to accommodate more than one cosmetic product or applicator, but can additionally be provided to accommodate a combination of cosmetic products 24 and cosmetic applicator 23. In the current embodiment of the present invention each of the at least one receptacle 18 comprises a recessed compartment 19. The recessed compartment 19 can be specifically configured to enable the attachment of various cosmetic products 24, as well as the attachment of cosmetic accessories, such as cosmetic applicator 23. When specifically configured for cosmetic products 24 the recessed compartment 19 comprises a finger groove 20. The finger groove 20 is a tangentially positioned groove incised into the recessed compartment 19. The finger groove 20 allows the user to easily detach the cosmetic product retained with the recessed compartment 19. The tab 21 is provided as a means of grasping the tray assembly 16. The tab 21 is peripherally positioned on the tray assembly 16, wherein the tab 21 protrudes from the tray assembly 16 in order to function as a contact point enabling the user to grasp the tray assembly 16 when deployed within the housing assembly 1.
  • Referencing FIGS. 9, 12, and 15, the housing assembly 1 is the structural body that functions as an enclosure for the at least one tray assembly 16. The housing assembly 1 serves a structural role within the modular cosmetic container system, wherein the structural role enables the various iterations of the housing assemblies subcomponents to be distributed in a manner optimally suited for retaining the at least one tray assembly 16. In the current embodiment of the present invention, the housing assembly 1 comprises a housing cover 2 and a housing base 7. The housing base 7 is the rigid body that contains the various structural elements that enable the at least one tray assembly 16 to be detachably coupled within the housing assembly 1. The housing cover 2 is provided as a means to secure the at least one tray assembly 16 within the housing assembly 1. this interaction causes the housing base 7 to be sealed by the housing cover 2, wherein the housing cover 2 prevents unwanted interactions between the surrounding and the cosmetic products 24 contained within each of the at least one tray assemblies stored within the housing base 7. To facilitate the detachable coupling between the housing assembly 1 and the at least one tray assembly 16, the housing cover 2 and the housing base 7 are pivotally associated with each other. The pivotal association allows the housing cover 2 to remain attached to the housing base 7 during the storage and retrieval of the at least one tray assembly 16. During the storage and retrieval of the at least one tray assembly 16 from within the housing assembly 1, the housing cover 2 disengages it seal with the housing base 7 permitting access to the interior portions of the housing base 7.
  • Referencing FIGS. 9, 12, and 15, the housing cover 2 is the provided as the means of sealing the housing base 7, securing the at least one tray assembly 16 stored within the housing assembly 1. The housing cover 2 is pivotally associated with the housing base 7, allowing facilitated storage and retrieval of the at least one tray assembly 16. In the current embodiment of the present invention the housing cover 2 comprises an integrated minor 3, a front section 4, and a rear section 6. The integrated minor 3 is provided as an accessory component that facilitates the application of cosmetic products 24. The integrated minor 3 allows the modular cosmetic container system to function as a portable cosmetic device, such as a compact case. The integrated mirror 3 is positioned between the front section 4 and the rear section 6, wherein the distribution of the integrated minor 3 between the front section 4 and the rear section 6 allows for a central alignment between the integrated minor 3 and the housing base 7. The integrated minor 3 is positioned with an orientation that directs the integrated minor 3 towards the housing base 7. The front section 4 and the rear section 6 are opposed regions of the housing cover 2 that enable a distinct alignment between the housing cover 2 and the housing base 7.
  • Referencing FIGS. 1-3, the housing base 7 is provided as the rigid body that contains the various structural elements that enable the at least one tray assembly 16 to be detachably coupled within the housing assembly 1. In the current embodiment of the present invention, the housing base 7 comprises a housing base opening 8, at least one tray assembly mount 10, a front section 4, and a rear section 6. The housing base opening 8 is provided as a structural element that allows access to the at least one tray assembly mount 10. The housing base opening 8 is positioned on the housing base 7, wherein the housing base opening 8 is positioned on the housing base 7 a as an excised region that provides access to an interior region of the housing base 7 that contains the at least one tray assembly mount 10. The at least one tray assembly mount 10 is the structural component that directly engages the tray assembly 16. It should be noted that the at least one tray assembly mount 10 is provided with an interpretation that each of the at least one tray assembly mount 10s may be coupled to a tray assembly 16 as well as being coupled to at least one tray assembly 16. The at least one tray assembly mount 10 is positioned between the front base section 14 and the rear base section 13. The front base section 14 and the rear base section 13 are opposed regions of the housing base 7 that enable a distinct alignment between the housing cover 2 and the housing base 7.
  • Referencing FIGS. 7, 10, and 13, the distinct alignment between the housing cover 2 and the housing base 7 provides that the front section 4 of the housing cover 2 and the front base section 14 of the housing base 7 are positioned coincident to one another. Similarly, the rear section 6 of the housing cover 2 and the rear base section 13 of the housing base 7 are provided with a coincident distribution. The coincident distribution between the front section 4 with the front base section 14, and the rear section 6 and the rear base section 13 permits a parallel alignment between surfaces of the housing cover 2 and the housing base 7, as well as a shared axial relation. In addition to the coincident relationship, the rear section 6 and the rear base section 13. The rear section 6 and the rear base section 13 are pivotally coupled to each other. The pivotal relationship between the rear base section 13 and the rear section 6 allows the pivotal engagement between the housing base 7 and the housing cover 2. Referencing FIG. 3, in the current embodiment of the present invention, the tray assembly mount 10 can be provided with sufficient clearance between the recessed magnetic plate 11 and the housing cover 2 in order to allow the placement of the at least one tray assembly 16 with the cosmetic applicator 23 without restricting the closure of the housing assembly 1 by the housing cover 2.
  • In the current embodiment of the present invention, the housing base 7 is provided with at least two component configurations. The two component configurations differ in the distribution of the at least one tray assembly mount 10, wherein the distribution of the at least one tray assembly mount 10 results in a vertical or horizontal configuration. Although two configurations exist, it should be noted that the component similarity and distribution between both configurations are relatively high. Additionally it should be noted that the two configurations are not mutually exclusive and that the vertical configuration may contain elements of horizontal configuration, conversely the horizontal configuration may contain elements of the vertical configuration.
  • In the horizontal configuration of the present invention, the at least one tray assembly mount 10 is provided as a recessed magnetic plate 11 that enables the distribution of the at least one tray assembly 16 in a coplanar arrangement to another at least one tray assembly 16. The recessed magnetic plate 11 is a magnetically reactive component that enables the magnetic retention of at least one tray assembly 16 to tray assembly mount 10. In the horizontal configuration the housing base opening 8 is found positioned between the front base section 14 and the rear base section 13. The housing base opening 8 is centrally aligned with the integrated mirror 3, wherein the central alignment to the integrated mirror 3 is accomplished by the central positioning of the housing base opening 8 relative to the housing base 7 and with the vertical orientation of the housing base opening 8 towards the housing cover 2. The housing base opening 8 is provided as the means of accessing the recessed magnetic plate 11. Due to this relationship, the at least one tray assembly 16 must traverse through the housing base opening 8 to engage the at least one tray assembly mount 10. The at least one tray assembly 16 is magnetically retained to the recessed magnetic plate 11 by way of the magnetic coupler 17. The tab 21 of the at least one tray assembly 16 is provided as a means of grasping the at least one tray assembly 16 when coupled within the housing base 7. The tab 21 traverses through the housing base opening 8, resulting in the tab 21 being positioned between the housing cover 2 and the housing base 7. The aforementioned relationship is further explained as having the tab 21 positioned between the front section 4 of the housing cover 2 and the front base section 14 of the housing base 7. The flexible loop 22 being peripherally positioned to the housing base 7 enables flexible loop 22 to function as a storage mount for a cosmetic applicator 23 as well as elongated cylindrically shaped cosmetic products 24, providing that the flexible loop 22 is positioned collinear with the flexible loop 22 of another tray assembly 16.
  • Referencing FIG. 7-12, in the vertical configuration of the present invention, the at least one tray assembly mount 10 is provided as a plurality of magnetic shelves 12 that enable the tray assemblies to be vertically stacked within the housing base 7. In addition, the vertical configuration is provided with a front housing base opening 9. The front housing base opening 9 is provided as a particular opening for accessing the plurality of magnetic shelves 12 positioned within the housing base 7. The front housing base opening 9 is found traversing the front base section 14, wherein the front housing base 7 is found positioned coincident with the front base section 14 while enabling access to the plurality of magnetic shelves 12. The at least one tray assembly 16 must traverse through the front housing base opening 9 in order to access the plurality of magnetic shelves 12. It should be noted that each of the plurality of magnetic shelves 12 are provided as a singular mounting point for a tray assembly 16, wherein a magnetic shelf 12 of the plurality of magnetic shelves 12 would be coupled to only a single magnetic coupler 17.
  • Referencing FIG. 13-15, in the vertical configuration of the present invention, the housing cover 2 and the housing base 7 are provided with a means of securely sealing the front housing base opening 9. This means of securely sealing the front housing base opening 9 is accomplished through the inclusion of additional component to housing cover 2 and the housing base 7. In the vertical configuration of the present invention, the housing cover 2 comprises a first flap 5 and the housing base 7 comprises a second flap 15. The first flap 5 is coupled to the front section 4 in a manner that results in a perpendicular positioning relative to the integrated minor 3. The first flap 5 is found pivotally attached to the front section 4 of the housing cover 2, wherein the first flap 5 pivots about a path with a starting point being front housing base opening 9 and the end point being a plane that is coincident with the integrated minor 3. The second flap 15 is coupled to the lower portion of the front base section 14 resulting in a parallel positioning relative to the front housing base opening 9. The second flap 15 is found pivotally attached to the front base section 14 of the housing base 7, wherein the second flap 15 pivots about a path that begins with the front housing base opening 9 the plane coincident with the pivot point between the front base section 14 and the second flap 15.
  • In the current embodiment of the present invention, the engagement between the cosmetic products 24 and the at least one receptacles 18 is accomplished through a non-specific engagement. While the current embodiment utilizes a non-specific engagement between the cosmetic products 24 and the at least one receptacle 18, it should be noted that additional embodiment can potentially utilize any detachable engagement necessary to securely attach the cosmetic product 24 to the at least one receptacle 18 of the tray assembly 16, wherein the detachable engagement can include a magnetic engagement.
  • In the current embodiment of the present invention the modular cosmetic container system is provided with a light weight and durable construction. While the material construction of the present invention is not explicitly described, it should be noted that the present invention should be constructed from materials that are relatively inert with regards to current cosmetic product formulations.
  • In the current embodiment of the present invention, the magnetic components of the utilized between the magnetic coupler 17 of the at least one tray assembly 16 and the recessed magnetic plate 11 of the at least one tray assembly mount 10 is not explicitly described. While the magnetic relationship between the magnetic coupler 17 and the magnetic plate 11 are not explicitly mentioned, it should be noted that this lack of specificity provides that any magnetic engagement means between the two components would be constitute an obvious difference.
  • In the current embodiment of the present invention, the magnetic components of the utilized between the magnetic coupler 17 of the at least one tray assembly 16 and the plurality of magnetic shelves 12 of the at least one tray assembly mount 10 are not explicitly described. While the magnetic relationship between the magnetic coupler 17 and the plurality of magnetic shelves 12 are not explicitly mentioned, it should be noted that this lack of specificity provides that any magnetic engagement means between the two components would be constitute an obvious difference.
  • In the current embodiment of the present invention, the tab 21 is peripherally positioned on the tray assembly 16 and found positioned between the front section 4 and the front base section 14. Although the tab 21 utilizes the aforementioned component arrangement, an additional embodiment of the present invention, would omit the tab 21 and the associated positioning for the at least one tray assembly 16. In this additional embodiment the tray assembly 16 would not require the tab 21 as the means of separating the tray assembly 16 from the tray assembly mount 10. Furthermore, the absence of the tab 21, eliminates the requirement to have the tab positioned between the front section 4 and the front base section 14. In the horizontal configuration, the tab-less tray assemblies can be positioned in any configuration and orientation regardless of the positioning of front section and the front base section as long as the tray assemblies 16 are positioned coplanar to each other. Moreover, it should be noted that the tab-less tray assemblies maybe used in combination with the tabbed tray assemblies 16.
  • Although the invention has been explained in relation to its preferred embodiment, it is to be understood that many other possible modifications and variations can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention as hereinafter claimed.

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1. A modular cosmetic container system comprises:
a housing assembly;
at least one tray assembly;
the housing assembly comprises a housing cover and a housing base;
each of the at least one tray assembly comprises a magnetic coupler, and at least one receptacle;
the housing cover comprises an integrated mirror, a front section, and a rear section;
the housing base comprises a housing base opening, at least one tray assembly mount, a front base section, and a rear base section;
the at least one tray assembly being positioned within the housing assembly;
the at least one tray assembly being detachably coupled to the housing assembly;
the housing base being sealed by the housing cover; and
the housing cover being pivotally associated with the housing base.
2. The modular cosmetic container system as claimed in claim 1 comprises:
the front section being coincident with the front base section;
the rear section being coincident with the rear base section;
the rear section being pivotally coupled to the rear base section;
the integrated mirror being positioned between the front section and the rear section;
the integrated mirror being oriented towards the housing base;
the at least one tray assembly mount being positioned between the front base section and the rear base section; and
the at least one tray assembly being detachably coupled to the at least one tray assembly mount.
3. The modular cosmetic container system as claimed in claim 1 comprises:
the at least one tray assembly mount comprises a recessed magnetic plate;
the recessed magnetic plate being accessible through the housing base opening;
the at least one tray assembly traversing into the housing base by way of the housing base opening;
the integrated mirror being aligned centrally with the housing base opening; and
the magnetic coupler being magnetically retained to the recessed magnetic plate.
4. The modular cosmetic container system as claimed in claim 3 comprises:
the at least one tray assembly comprises a tab;
the tab comprises a flexible loop;
the tab is peripherally positioned to each of the at least one tray assembly;
the tab being positioned between the front section and the front base section;
the tab traversing the housing base opening, wherein the tab is externally positioned to the housing base; and
the flexible loop being peripherally positioned to the housing base.
5. The modular cosmetic container system as claimed in claim 4 comprises:
a tray assembly of the at least one tray assembly being positioned coplanar to the tray assembly of another at least one tray assembly; and
the flexible loop of the tray assembly being collinearly positioned to the flexible loop of the other tray assembly, wherein the collinear arrangement allows for the storage of a cosmetic applicator; and
6. The modular cosmetic container system as claimed in claim 1 comprises:
the housing base comprises a front housing base opening;
the at least one tray assembly mounts comprises a plurality of magnetic shelves;
the front base section being traversed by the front housing base opening;
the plurality of magnetic shelves being accessible through the front housing base opening.
the plurality of magnetic shelves being vertically stacked within housing base;
the at least one tray assembly traversing into the housing base by way of the front housing base opening; and
the magnetic coupler being magnetically retained to the plurality of magnetic shelves.
7. The modular cosmetic container system as claimed in claim 1 comprises:
the housing cover comprises a first flap;
the housing base comprises a second flap;
the first flap being pivotally attached to the front section;
the second flap being pivotally attached the front base section;
the first flap being coincident with the second flap; and
the first flap and the second flap covering the front housing base opening.
8. The modular cosmetic container system as claimed in claim 1 comprises:
the magnetic coupler being positioned below the at least one receptacle; and
each of the at least one receptacle comprises a recessed compartment.
9. The modular cosmetic container system as claimed in claim 8 comprises:
the recessed compartment being provided for retaining a pan of cosmetic product;
the recessed compartment comprises a finger groove; and
the finger groove being tangentially incised into the recessed compartment.
10. The modular cosmetic container system as claimed in claim 8, wherein the recessed compartment is particularly configured for retaining a cosmetic applicator.
11. A modular cosmetic container system comprises:
a housing assembly;
at least one tray assembly;
the housing assembly comprises a housing cover and a housing base;
each of the at least one tray assembly comprises a magnetic coupler, and at least one receptacle;
the housing cover comprises an integrated mirror, a front section, and a rear section;
the housing base comprises a housing base opening, at least one tray assembly mount, a front base section, and a rear base section;
the at least one tray assembly being positioned within the housing assembly;
the at least one tray assembly being detachably coupled to the housing assembly;
the housing base being sealed by the housing cover;
the housing cover being pivotally associated with the housing base;
the front section being coincident with the front base section;
the rear section being coincident with the rear base section;
the rear section being pivotally coupled to the rear base section;
the integrated mirror being positioned between the front section and the rear section;
the integrated mirror being oriented towards the housing base;
the at least one tray assembly mount being positioned between the front base section and the rear base section; and
the at least one tray assembly being detachably coupled to the at least one tray assembly mount.
12. The modular cosmetic container system as claimed in claim 11 comprises:
the at least one tray assembly mount comprises a recessed magnetic plate;
the recessed magnetic plate being accessible through the housing base opening;
the at least one tray assembly traversing into the housing base by way of the housing base opening;
the integrated mirror being aligned centrally with the housing base opening; and
the magnetic coupler being magnetically retained to the recessed magnetic plate.
13. The modular cosmetic container system as claimed in claim 12 comprises:
the at least one tray assembly comprises a tab;
the tab comprises a flexible loop;
the tab is peripherally positioned to each of the at least one tray assembly;
the tab being positioned between the front section and the front base section;
the tab traversing the housing base opening, wherein the tab is externally positioned to the housing base;
the flexible loop being peripherally positioned to the housing base;
a tray assembly of the at least one tray assembly being positioned coplanar to the tray assembly of another at least one tray assembly; and
the flexible loop of the tray assembly being collinearly positioned to the flexible loop of the other tray assembly, wherein the collinear arrangement allows for the storage of a cosmetic applicator.
14. The modular cosmetic container system as claimed in claim 11 comprises:
the housing base comprises a front housing base opening;
the at least one tray assembly mounts comprises a plurality of magnetic shelves;
the front base section being traversed by the front housing base opening;
the plurality of magnetic shelves being accessible through the front housing base opening;
the plurality of magnetic shelves being vertically stacked within housing base;
the at least one tray assembly traversing into the housing base by way of the front housing base opening; and
the magnetic coupler being magnetically retained to the plurality of magnetic shelves.
15. The modular cosmetic container system as claimed in claim 11 comprises:
the housing cover comprises a first flap;
the housing base comprises a second flap;
the first flap being pivotally attached to the front section;
the second flap being pivotally attached the front base section;
the first flap being coincident with the second flap;
the first flap and the second flap covering the front housing base opening;
the magnetic coupler being positioned below the at least one receptacle;
each of the at least one receptacle comprises a recessed compartment;
the recessed compartment being provided for retaining a pan of cosmetic product;
the recessed compartment comprises a finger groove; and
the finger groove being tangentially incised into the recessed compartment.
16. The modular cosmetic container system as claimed in claim 15, wherein the recessed compartment is particularly configured for retaining a cosmetic applicator.
17. A modular cosmetic container system comprises:
a housing assembly;
at least one tray assembly;
the housing assembly comprises a housing cover and a housing base;
each of the at least one tray assembly comprises a magnetic coupler, and at least one receptacle;
the housing cover comprises an integrated mirror, a front section, and a rear section;
the housing base comprises a housing base opening, at least one tray assembly mount, a front base section, and a rear base section;
the at least one tray assembly being positioned within the housing assembly;
the at least one tray assembly being detachably coupled to the housing assembly;
the housing base being sealed by the housing cover;
the housing cover being pivotally associated with the housing base;
the front section being coincident with the front base section;
the rear section being coincident with the rear base section;
the rear section being pivotally coupled to the rear base section;
the integrated mirror being positioned between the front section and the rear section;
the integrated mirror being oriented towards the housing base;
the at least one tray assembly mount being positioned between the front base section and the rear base section;
the at least one tray assembly being detachably coupled to the at least one tray assembly mount;
the at least one tray assembly mount comprises a recessed magnetic plate;
the recessed magnetic plate being accessible through the housing base opening;
the at least one tray assembly traversing into the housing base by way of the housing base opening;
the integrated mirror being aligned centrally with the housing base opening; and
the magnetic coupler being magnetically retained to the recessed magnetic plate.
18. The modular cosmetic container system as claimed in claim 17 comprises:
the at least one tray assembly comprises a tab;
the tab comprises a flexible loop;
the tab is peripherally positioned to each of the at least one tray assembly;
the tab being positioned between the front section and the front base section;
the tab traversing the housing base opening, wherein the tab is externally positioned to the housing base;
the flexible loop being peripherally positioned to the housing base;
a tray assembly of the at least one tray assembly being positioned coplanar to the tray assembly of another at least one tray assembly; and
the flexible loop of the tray assembly being collinearly positioned to the flexible loop of the other tray assembly, wherein the collinear arrangement allows for the storage of a cosmetic applicator.
19. The modular cosmetic container system as claimed in claim 17 comprises:
the housing base comprises a front housing base opening;
the at least one tray assembly mounts comprises a plurality of magnetic shelves;
the front base section being traversed by the front housing base opening;
the plurality of magnetic shelves being accessible through the front housing base opening;
the plurality of magnetic shelves being vertically stacked within housing base;
the at least one tray assembly traversing into the housing base by way of the front housing base opening;
the magnetic coupler being magnetically retained to the plurality of magnetic shelves;
the housing cover comprises a first flap;
the housing base comprises a second flap;
the first flap being pivotally attached to the front section;
the second flap being pivotally attached the front base section;
the first flap being coincident with the second flap;
the first flap and the second flap covering the front housing base opening;
the magnetic coupler being positioned below the at least one receptacle;
each of the at least one receptacle comprises a recessed compartment;
the recessed compartment being provided for retaining a pan of cosmetic product;
the recessed compartment comprises a finger groove; and
the finger groove being tangentially incised into the recessed compartment.
20. The modular cosmetic container system as claimed in claim 19, wherein the recessed compartment is particularly configured for retaining a cosmetic applicator.
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