US20210153625A1

US20210153625A1 - Cosmetic brush systems

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Publication number: US20210153625A1
Application number: US17/164,063
Authority: US
Inventors: Erika Sabrina Giuggio
Original assignee: Individual
Current assignee: Individual
Priority date: 2017-08-08
Filing date: 2021-02-01
Publication date: 2021-05-27

Abstract

A cosmetic brush system includes interchangeable application heads and a handle. The application head is configured to receive and secure the handle via fastening means for use. A base of the head assembly comprises apertures configured to allow fluid to pass therethrough for cleaning and sanitizing bristles of the application head.

Description

REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

This application is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/672,225, filed on 8 Aug. 2017, titled COSMETIC BRUSH SYSTEMS, which is entirely incorporated by reference.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

The following includes information that may be useful in understanding the present disclosure. It is not an admission that any of the information provided herein is prior art nor material to the presently described or claimed inventions, nor that any publication or document that is specifically or implicitly referenced is prior art.

1. FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present invention relates generally to the field of brushes and more specifically relates to cosmetic brush systems.

2. DESCRIPTION OF RELATED ART

Cosmetic brushes are the main applicators for people applying makeup. Different sorts of makeup require different brushes such as a lip brush, an eye shadow brush etc. In cosmetic applicators currently commercially available, one brush has only one function, so the user needs to buy a set of brushes to achieve a satisfactory makeup. A brush head on a normal brush can easily be damaged by frequent use and may need to be replaced. However, it is wasteful to throw the brush handle and ferrule away when only the head of the brush is damaged. A suitable solution is desired.
U.S. Pub. No. 2013/0125921 to Wayne Celia relates to a method and apparatus for a makeup applicator. The described method and apparatus for a makeup applicator includes a makeup applicator comprising a ferrule and a series of reversibly attachable, interchangeable heads and a method of making the same. Through these interchangeable heads, the instant invention allows for quick and convenient use of multiple makeup applicators that are relatively simple to manufacture, stable enough to be used with precision, and highly adaptable.

BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

In view of the foregoing disadvantages inherent in the known brushes art, the present disclosure provides novel cosmetic brush systems. The general purpose of the present disclosure, which will be described subsequently in greater detail, is to provide an efficient applicator means.
A cosmetic brush system is disclosed herein. The cosmetic brush system includes a cosmetic brush assembly having a head assembly including an application head, tubular member, and a base, and a handle. The application head is located at a distal end of the tubular member and the base is located at a proximal end of the tubular member; the base configured to receive and secure the handle via fastening means for use. In certain embodiments, the base of the head assembly comprises apertures configured to allow fluid to pass therethrough for cleaning and sanitizing bristles of the application head. A magnetic element inside the top of brush attachment may be attached to a magnetic surface to allow the brush to dry quicker, more effectively and reduce/eliminate excess water, mold, and residue. The present invention is directed to an interchangeable makeup brush that solves multiple problems due to limitations and disadvantages of the convention cosmetic brush by having the handle and the cosmetic brush head disassemble and assemble quick and easily for the consumer's convenience.
For purposes of summarizing the invention, certain aspects, advantages, and novel features of the invention have been described herein. It is to be understood that not necessarily all such advantages may be achieved in accordance with any one embodiment of the invention. Thus, the invention may be embodied or carried out in a manner that achieves or optimizes one advantage or group of advantages as taught herein without necessarily achieving other advantages as may be taught or suggested herein. The features of the invention which are believed to be novel are particularly pointed out and distinctly claimed in the concluding portion of the specification. These and other features, aspects, and advantages of the present invention will become better understood with reference to the following drawings and detailed description.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The figures which accompany the written portion of this specification illustrate embodiments and methods of use for the present disclosure, a cosmetic brush systems, constructed and operative according to the teachings of the present disclosure.

FIGS. 1A, 1B, 1C, and 1D are upper views of variations of brushes and handles of a cosmetic brush system.

FIG. 2 is an upper view of a particular brush and handle combination of the cosmetic brush system of FIG. 1.

FIG. 3 is a perspective view of a particular version of the cosmetic brush system of FIG. 1.

FIG. 4 is a side view of the cosmetic brush system of FIG. 2.

FIG. 5 is an upper view of the cosmetic brush system of FIG. 1.

The various embodiments of the present invention will hereinafter be described in conjunction with the appended drawings, wherein like designations denote like elements.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

As discussed above, embodiments of the present disclosure relate to brushes and more particularly to a cosmetic brush system as used to improve the efficiency of cosmetic application.
Generally, the present invention comprises a makeup brush with a replaceable brush head and a replaceable handle. The replaceable handle is snapped-on friction-fitted into the replaceable brush. Inside the replaceable brush are small holes that spray water or cleaning solution through the brush bristles to clean the residue from makeup off the brushes more effectively. The screw portion in the replaceable handle is designed to be fitted tightly and secure for application. This newly designed makeup brush is created for economic benefits for the consumer, easy portability, storage and is sustainable for environment.
The bristles of the brush may be molded securely in place with small punctures that allow air, water, and cleaning solution to flow through and clean the brush more efficiently. The section between the handle and the brush bristles is preferably a hollow tube to allow for the water, cleaning solution to pass through. The empty hollow space will also make room for the handle and the replaceable brush to fasten in/snap in, screw in/lock in with three handles. The fewer handles and replaceable cosmetic brushes have economic, storage, portability and environmentally sustainable benefits.
Referring now more specifically to the drawings by numerals of reference, there is shown in FIGS. 1-5, various views of a cosmetic brush systems 100. FIG. 1 shows a cosmetic brush systems during an ‘in-use’ condition 150, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. As illustrated, the cosmetic brush systems may include a cosmetic brush assembly 110 having a head assembly 112 including an application head 116, a tubular member 120, and a base 124, and a handle 130. The cosmetic brush system comprises the cosmetic brush assembly 110. The cosmetic brush assembly 110 comprises the head assembly 112 and the handle 130. The head assembly 112 comprises the application head 116, the tubular member 120, and the base 124. The application head 116 is located at a distal end of the tubular member 120 and the base 124 is located at a proximal end of the tubular member 120. The base 124 is configured to receive and secure the handle 130 via fastening means for use. The base 124 of the head assembly 112 comprises apertures 128 configured to allow fluid to pass therethrough for cleaning and sanitizing bristles of the application head 116.
FIG. 2 shows a front perspective view of the cosmetic brush systems of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. As above, the cosmetic brush systems may include a head assembly 112 and a handle 130. The head assembly 112 and the handle 130 may be secured to one another using (suitable) fastening means. The fastening means may comprise a twist and lock mechanism, threading, or other suitable fastening means. The base 124 of the head assembly 112 comprises the fastening means for receiving and mating with the threading of the handle 130. The handle 130 comprises the fastening means on a first end and a second end for receiving the head assembly 112 on both the first end and the second end. The handle 130 is friction-fitted to the head assembly 112. The handle 130 may be created using recyclable or sustainable materials such as compostable materials, post-consumer recycled polypropylene, bamboo, and/or other suitable materials etc. Other suitably equivalent materials may be used. In some versions, handle does not include at least on or a reservoir, dispensing tubes, or delivery passages, In some versions, head assembly does not include at least on or a reservoir, dispensing tubes, or delivery passages,
FIG. 3 shows a front perspective view of the cosmetic brush systems of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. As above, the cosmetic brush systems may include a head assembly 112 and a handle 130. The handle 130 may comprise a generally tubular profile and an ergonomic grip. The cosmetic brush assembly 110 further comprises a ferrule 134 including a magnet. The ferrule 134 mates the head assembly 112 with the handle 130 for use. The ferrule 134 may be composed of brass, brass ‘scrap’, or sustainable brass to be stronger and a more durable than aluminum, recycled aluminum, and other materials. The sustainable brass may further comprise iron, copper, and lead.
FIG. 4 shows a front perspective view of the cosmetic brush systems of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. As above, the cosmetic brush systems may include a cosmetic brush assembly 110 having a head assembly 112 including an application head 116, tubular member 120, and a base 124, and a handle 130. The application head 116 is located at a distal end of the tubular member 120 and the base 124 is located at a proximal end of the tubular member 120; the base 124 is configured to receive and secure the handle 130 via fastening means for use. The base 124 of the head assembly 112 comprises apertures 128 configured to allow fluid to pass therethrough for cleaning and sanitizing the application head 116.
The bristles of the application head 116 are provided on an outer perimeter of the apertures 128. The bristles may comprise synthetic or non-synthetic fibers. The synthetic fibers may be 100% animal-free, made from engineered fiber that uses 28% annually renewable plant based ingredients. The engineered fiber maintains consistency and less breakage which significantly improves the quality and allows for a more streamlined supply chain. The bristles have a sustainable antibacterial effect. In other embodiments, the synthetic fibers may comprise 37% renewable plant based ingredients. The apertures 128 comprise a plurality of circular punctures having a suitable sized opening for allowing the fluid to pass therethrough for cleaning and sanitizing the application head 116. The application head 116 comprises a sponge cosmetic brush, a lipstick application brush, or other brush for makeup application.
FIG. 5 shows a front perspective view of the cosmetic brush systems of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. As above, the cosmetic brush systems may include a cosmetic brush assembly 110 having a head assembly 112 including an application head 116, tubular member 120, and a base 124, and a handle 130. The cosmetic brush assembly 110 provides a cosmetic brush with interchangeable application heads 116.
According to one embodiment, the cosmetic brush systems may be arranged as a kit. The kit may include a plurality of interchangeable application heads 116, a plurality of handles 130, and a carrying case 10. The instructions may detail functional relationships in relation to the structure of the cosmetic brush systems (such that the cosmetic brush systems can be used, maintained, or the like, in a preferred manner).
The embodiments of the invention described herein are exemplary and numerous modifications, variations and rearrangements can be readily envisioned to achieve substantially equivalent results, all of which are intended to be embraced within the spirit and scope of the invention. Further, the purpose of the foregoing abstract is to enable the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally, and especially the scientist, engineers and practitioners in the art who are not familiar with patent or legal terms or phraseology, to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and essence of the technical disclosure of the application.

Claims

What is claimed is:

1. A cosmetic brush system comprising:

a cosmetic brush assembly having

a head assembly comprising

an application head comprising bristles or a sponge cosmetic brush with a distal-most aperture;

a tubular member; and

a base connecting to the tubular member;

and

a handle having a distal end,

wherein the application head is located at a distal end of the tubular member, the base is located at a proximal end of the tubular member wherein the cosmetic brush assembly has an assembled configuration in which the head assembly fastens to the distal end of the handle through the base and the cosmetic brush assembly has a disassembled configuration in which handle is separate from the base, and

wherein the base of the head assembly comprises an aperture configured to allow fluid to pass into the tubular member.

2. The cosmetic brush system of claim 1, wherein a disk contains the distal-most aperture.

3. The cosmetic brush system of claim 2, wherein the distal end of the handle is convex.

4. The cosmetic brush system of claim 2, wherein the distal-most aperture is configured to allow fluid to pass out of the head assembly.

5. The cosmetic brush system of claim 4, wherein the base fastens to the handle using a twist and lock mechanism.

6. The cosmetic brush system of claim 1, wherein the base fastens to the handle using threads.

7. The cosmetic brush system of claim 1, wherein the threads on the handle are external.

8. The cosmetic brush system of claim 7 further comprising a second head assembly fastened to the distal end of the handle.

9. The cosmetic brush system of claim 3, wherein the handle comprises a generally tubular profile.

10. The cosmetic brush system of claim 9, wherein the handle comprises a ferrule.

11. The cosmetic brush system of claim 10 wherein the ferrule is crimped to the handle.

12. The cosmetic brush system of claim 11, wherein the ferrule comprises a magnet.

13. The cosmetic brush system of claim 12, wherein the ferrule fastens the base to the handle.

14. The cosmetic brush system of claim 9, wherein the handle friction-fits into the head assembly.

15. The cosmetic brush system of claim 1, wherein the bristles of the application head are provided on an outer perimeter of the aperture.

16. The cosmetic brush system of claim 15, wherein the bristles comprise synthetic fibers.

17. The cosmetic brush system of claim 1, wherein the application head is a cosmetic sponge brush.

18. The cosmetic brush system of claim 1, wherein the application head bristles form part of a lipstick application brush.

19. The cosmetic brush system of claim 1, wherein the aperture comprises a plurality of circular punctures

20. A cosmetic brush system comprising:

a cosmetic brush assembly having

two head assemblies having

an application head comprising synthetic fiber bristles;

a tubular member;

and

a base;

and

a handle comprising two ferrules,

wherein the application heads are located at distal ends of the tubular members, the bases are located at proximal ends of the tubular members, and the bases thread to handle ends;

wherein the handle comprises a generally tubular profile;

wherein the ferrules comprise magnets;

wherein the ferrules connect the handle to the head assembly via threads,

wherein the bases of the head assemblies comprise a plurality of circular punctures configured for passing fluid across the bristles, and

wherein the bristles are provided around the apertures.