WO2004018012A2 - Applicateur et procedes d'utilisation associes - Google Patents

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WO2004018012A2
WO2004018012A2 PCT/US2003/026043 US0326043W WO2004018012A2 WO 2004018012 A2 WO2004018012 A2 WO 2004018012A2 US 0326043 W US0326043 W US 0326043W WO 2004018012 A2 WO2004018012 A2 WO 2004018012A2
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Matthew H. J. Kim
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45D—HAIRDRESSING OR SHAVING EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT FOR COSMETICS OR COSMETIC TREATMENTS, e.g. FOR MANICURING OR PEDICURING
    • A45D34/00—Containers or accessories specially adapted for handling liquid toiletry or cosmetic substances, e.g. perfumes
    • A45D34/04—Appliances specially adapted for applying liquid, e.g. using roller or ball
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45D—HAIRDRESSING OR SHAVING EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT FOR COSMETICS OR COSMETIC TREATMENTS, e.g. FOR MANICURING OR PEDICURING
    • A45D37/00—Sachet pads specially adapted for liquid toiletry or cosmetic substances
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45D—HAIRDRESSING OR SHAVING EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT FOR COSMETICS OR COSMETIC TREATMENTS, e.g. FOR MANICURING OR PEDICURING
    • A45D40/00—Casings or accessories specially adapted for storing or handling solid or pasty toiletry or cosmetic substances, e.g. shaving soaps or lipsticks
    • A45D40/0087—Casings or accessories specially adapted for storing or handling solid or pasty toiletry or cosmetic substances, e.g. shaving soaps or lipsticks for samples

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  • the present invention relates to applicators for use in manually applying coatings of a substance onto a desired target surface. More particularly, the present invention relates to such applicators which provide both dispensing and portability functionality and therefore enhanced product performance.
  • topical products products that are commercially available and/or commonly applied to a desired target surface in the form of a thin film or coating to protect, treat, modify, etc. the target surface.
  • products include those in the skin care, cosmetics, pharmaceutical, and other personal care arenas.
  • One common example of such a product is the antiperspirant/deodorant type of product, many of which are form fated as sprays, roll-on liquids, gels, creams, or solid sticks, and comprise an astringent material, e.g. zirconium or aluminum salts, incorporated into a suitable topical carrier.
  • These products are designed to provide effective perspiration and odor control while also being cosmetically acceptable during and after application onto the auxiliary area or other areas of the skin.
  • suitable perforated caps or other shear force delivery means for use with such packaged compositions include those known in the art for application of creams, or those delivery means that are otherwise effective for delivering the composition of the present invention to the skin.
  • Some examples of such perforated caps or other shear force delivery means, and some dispensing packages for use with compositions herein, are described in U.S. Pat. No. 5,000,356, issued to Johnson et al. on Mar. 19, 1991 , which description is incorporated herein by reference. While such delivery means have proven successful in applying such substances, in many instances a comparatively complex supply mechanism is required in order to dispense the product for application by shear force delivery means.
  • Aerosol packages are good for containing the product and not failing during transport.
  • Small aerosol packages have been developed to be more portable. The disadvantages of these small aerosols include cost of the package, relative large package size, and their size and noise during application make them not discreet for use. Sachets, pouches and similar small packages can be discreet and contain the product, but application of products invariably gets product on hands, or is uncomfortable when the package contacts skin. These are simply small packages, and not truly applicators.
  • Small canisters, or "sticks" are well known for dispensing antiperspirant and deodorant semi-solids, lipsticks, and the like.
  • the disadvantages of small sticks include the cost of such packaging, the relatively large size that inhibits portability and discreetness, and the difficulty in applying product across large surface areas in the case of small diameter stick.
  • U.S. Pat. No. 4,995,408 discloses a cosmetic sample applicator and method of construction with projections on a base support that helps preserve the integrity of a cosmetic coating composition. The cosmetic coating is applied to the skin upon lifting up the protective cover.
  • U.S. Pat. No. 4,995,408 does not teach advantages of discreetness, portability in existing carrying devices, and use beyond sampling.
  • Figure 1 A shows a top view of an embodiment according to the present invention.
  • Figures 1 B shows the rear view of the embodiment shown in Fig. 1 A.
  • Figures 1C and 1D show cross sectional views of the embodiment shown in Figs. 1A and B.
  • Figure 1E is another top view of the embodiments shown in Figs. 1A - 1D.
  • Figures 2A - 2C show a side views of another embodiment of the present invention.
  • Figure 2D show a top view of the embodiment shown in Figs. 2A - 2C.
  • Figures 3A - 3C show another embodiment of the present invention.
  • Fig. 3A shows a top view of this embodiment while Fig. 3B and Fig. 3C show side views of the embodiment.
  • the present invention provides an applicator for applying and distributing a substance onto a target surface.
  • the applicator comprises a substantially planar sheet of conformable material having opposed first and second surfaces and an interior region (or reservoir) between said first and second surfaces.
  • the applicator further includes at least one discrete reservoir underneath the first surface which is at least partially filled with a substance and at least one discrete aperture formed in the first surface which is in fluid communication with the reservoir. Compression of the applicator via an externally-applied force substantially normal to said first surface expresses product from the aperture and translational motion of the first surface relative to a target surface applies and distributes said product onto the target surface.
  • an applicator provides a foldable cover sheet which aids in the containment of the substance until application during which time the cover sheet aids in maintaining the aperture through which the substance traverses for application.
  • a foldable cover sheet which aids in the containment of the substance until application during which time the cover sheet aids in maintaining the aperture through which the substance traverses for application.
  • “Substance” or “substances” may include such products include those in the skin care, cosmetics, pharmaceutical, and other personal care arenas.
  • One common example of such a product is the antiperspirant/deodorant type of product, many of which are form fated as sprays, roll-on liquids, gels, creams, or solid sticks, and comprise an astringent material, e.g. zirconium or aluminum salts, incorporated into a suitable topical carrier.
  • These products are designed to provide effective perspiration and odor control while also being cosmetically acceptable during and after application onto the auxiliary area or other areas of the skin.
  • Additional or alternative substances that could be used include soft solid antiperspirant product formulation consisting of antiperspirant active, thickeners, solvents, and perfume.
  • FIGS. 1 A - 1 E depict one embodiment of the applicator 100 according to the present invention.
  • Applicator 100 comprises a substantially planar sheet of material 105 having a first surface 101 and a second surface 102, with the first and second surfaces defining an interior region (or reservoir) 500 of the material 105. Interstitial spaces 121 are defined between adjacent apertures 120 or 125 depending on whether the apertures are folded or closed 120 or open 125 allowing access to and from the interior region 500 of the applicator 100.
  • FIG. 1A shows the applicator 100 having a perimeter 115 defining the shape of the applicator 100. Extending across opposite sides of the perimeter 115, there exists a fold 110 of the material 105 of the first surface 10 . Further, this first surface fold 110 has apertures 120 in closed state separated by an interstitial region 121.
  • a second surface 102 of the applicator 100 also creates a second fold 130 on the second surface 102 of the applicator 100 on the opposite and corresponding side of the first fold 110 of the first surface 101 of the applicator 100.
  • the second fold 130 does not have apertures within the fold.
  • a substance 550 is contained within the interior region 500 of the applicator 100.
  • each first fold 110 and second fold 130 is shown as created by an adhesive 300.
  • the inside 101 A of the first surface 101 of the material 105 is held together by an adhesive 300 to create the first fold 110.
  • the inside 102A of the second surface 102 is held together by an adhesive 300 to create the second fold 130.
  • Types of adhesives that may be used are commonly known to those of ordinary skill in the art.
  • FIG. 1 D shows the applicator 100 ready for use after the force 200 has been applied.
  • the inside surface 101 A of the first surface 101 of the first fold 110 detaches from the adhesive 300 in response to the applied force 200.
  • the inside surface 102A of the second surface 102 of the second fold 130 detaches from the adhesive 300.
  • FIG. 1E shows a top view of the applicator 100 with open aperture 125 created by the unfolding of the first fold 110 unfolding on the first surface 101 of the applicator 100.
  • Enhancers may be an optional but not necessary enhancer 400 attached to the first surface 101 of the applicator that covers the first fold 110 such that once the apertures. Enhancers aid in the distribution and application of the substance 550 through the at least one open aperture 125 of the applicator 100.
  • physical enhancers include cloth, gauze, and sponge.
  • Chemical enhancers include surfactants and/or materials that act as surfactants. Enhancers of the present invention can also be a combination of physical and chemical enhancers. Other examples commonly known to those skilled in the art will become evident by those practicing the invention and are anticipated by the present invention.
  • the user of the applicator 100 may apply the substance 550 contained in the interior region 500 onto the target desired surface.
  • the substance 550 passes from the interior region 500 through the at least one aperture opening 125 by compression of the applicator 100 via an externally-applied force substantially normal to the first surface 101. This results in the substance 550 exiting the interior region 500 through the at least one aperture opening 125.
  • the translational motion of the first surface 101 relative to a target surface applies and distributes the substance 550 onto the target surface.
  • the applicator 100 of the material 105 includes a foldable cover tab extension 700 of the first surface 101 as shown in FIGS. 2A - 2D.
  • the first surface 101 further comprises of a first surface layer 710 and a second surface layer 720.
  • An extension 700 defines the overlapping edge 755 of the first surface layer 710 with respect to the second surface layer 720. It is noted that the extension 700 can act as a removable and re-attachable center that initially holds the first surface layer 710 with respect to the second surface layer 720 until the aperture is opened.
  • the first surface layer 710 attaches to the second surface layer 720 by overlapping contact of the extension 700.
  • the edge 755 attaches to the second surface layer 720 via an adhesive 300.
  • an open aperture 125 is created in the first surface
  • the open aperture 125 maintained by an adhesive 300 found on top edge 750 of the extension tab 700.
  • the top edge 750 then attaches to the first surface layer 710 of the first surface 101 via the adhesive 300.
  • the substance 550 can pass from the interior region 500 through the at least one aperture opening 125 by compression of the applicator 100 via an externally-applied force substantially normal to the first surface 101. This results in the substance 550 exiting the interior region 500 through the at least one aperture opening 125.
  • the translational motion of the first surface 101 relative to a target surface applies and distributes the substance 550 onto the target surface.
  • the applicator 100 comprises of a material 105 that has a removable and re-attachable center 800 with a first end tab 810 and a second end tab 820 that extends beyond the body of the applicator 100 including its support 900. Additionally, the applicator 100 is attached on its second surface 102 to a backing sheet or support 900.
  • the support 900 can be made of a stiffer and more rigid or similar material as the applicator 100.
  • the interior region 500 is defined by the first surface 101 and a second surface 102 as with the other embodiments of the present invention.
  • the first end tab 810 and the second end tab 820 overhang and extend beyond the support 900. That is, the end tabs are not initially attached to the support 900.
  • the first end tab 810 according to this embodiment has a first tab side 811 attached to an exposed adhesive 300.
  • the second end tab 820 has a first tab side 821 also attached to an exposed 300.
  • the removable and re-attachable center 800 is attached to the first surface 101 of the applicator 100 via a temporary seal 850 that can be easily be broken by intentional application of force by the user.
  • the temporary seal 850 can be a perforation as shown in FIG 3A or any other similar type known to those of ordinary skill in the art including an adhesive such as glue, solvent bonding or tape.
  • the removable center 800 is initially contiguous with the first surface 101 of the applicator 100 prior to creation of the open aperture 125 for use.
  • the user pulls on an end tab rupturing the temporary seal 850.
  • the user then reattaches the removable center by attaching the exposed adhesive 300 of the tabs 810, 820 back to the applicator 100 or the support 900 as shown in FIG. 3C.
  • the open aperture 125 is then created by the removable center 800 being only attached to the applicator 100 via the adhesive 300 attachment of the end tabs 810, 820.
  • the user of the applicator 100 may apply the substance 550 contained in the interior region 500 onto the target desired surface.
  • the substance 550 passes from the interior region 500 through the at least one aperture opening 125 by compression of the applicator 100 via an externally-applied force substantially normal to the first surface 101. This results in the substance 550 exiting the interior region 500 through the at least one aperture opening 125.
  • the translational motion of the first surface 101 relative to a target surface applies and distributes the substance 550 onto the target surface.
  • Machine as used herein can be open cell foam, non-crosslinked foam, foam with a range of cell sizes, alternate resins, 100% polyethylene, polystyrene, polypropylene, rubber, urethanes, other ethylene copolymers, propylene copolymers, non-wovens, films, apertured films, woven materials, and other materials having similar material properties as well as peelable seal materials such as adhesive coated films or laminates made from paper, plastic, foil, or other metallized films, and combinations of these or similar materials.
  • the material can be sufficiently conformable to enable the first surface 101 or the applicator 100 in general to conform to irregular target surfaces, and is resiliently conformable for application in a dynamic environment as the first surface 101 passes over non-planar and irregular surfaces.
  • the applicator 100 is also conformable in the direction of thickness to supply and deliver the substance 550 to the target surface for application and distribution. Deformation of applicator 100 in such a manner effectively reduces the volume of reservoir or interior region 500 in the region of deformation, thus expressing the substance 550 from reservoir 500 outwardly through apertures 125 into contact with the target surface.
  • Compressive deformation in the context of the present invention is defined as a reduction in the dimension of the applicator 100 by application of an external force (or otherwise) such that the volume of reservoir 500 is reduced.
  • This is to be distinguished from other types of deformable structures wherein surfaces of the material or structure are translated or rotated relative to each other to reduce the effective thickness of the applicator.
  • such structures may also be used to carry out the present invention.
  • applicators of the present invention is the ability of the material to "glide” across the target surface without rolling up or otherwise becoming distorted. This also helps to ensure a comparatively even substance distribution on the target surface. Accordingly, selection of suitable applicator materials should account for not only the substance characteristics in terms of shear and other properties, but also the coefficient of friction of the material with product and the target surface.
  • the sheet of material 105 may be unitary in nature, constructed from a single monolithic piece of material, or may comprise two or more layers or plies of material.
  • One construction of an embodiment utilizes a polyethylene/EVA foam pad for the sheet of material.
  • a wide variety of other materials are contemplated as being within the scope of the present invention having suitable physical and/or chemical properties for the intended substance and intended target surface.
  • the applicator of the present invention is not only compressible in the thickness direction but also conformable in the planar direction so as to accommodate various target surface topographies in use.
  • Suitable sheet materials may also be resilient, both in terms of their compressibility and in terms of their bending conformability. Resilience is defined consistent with its everyday meaning, as evidenced by Webster's Ninth New Collegiate Dictionary, as "the capability of a strained body to recover its size and shape after deformation caused esp. by compressive stress.” Resilience of the material causes it to tend to return to its undeformed, preferably substantially planar state and original thickness after compressive or bending forces, thereby enabling it to conform to various target surfaces and yet maintain target surface contact for proper substance distribution.

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La présente invention concerne un applicateur permettant d'appliquer et de distribuer une substance sur une surface cible. Ledit applicateur comprend une feuille sensiblement plane de matériau conformable présentant des première et seconde surfaces opposées et une zone intérieure comprise entre lesdites première et seconde surfaces. Ledit applicateur comprend également au moins un réservoir discret situé sous la première surface, lequel est au moins partiellement rempli d'une substance et au moins une ouverture discrète formée dans la première surface, laquelle est en communication fluidique avec le réservoir. La compression de l'applicateur via une force appliquée de l'extérieur, sensiblement normale à ladite première surface permet d'exprimer le produit de l'ouverture et une translation de la première surface relativement à une surface cible permet d'appliquer et de distribuer ledit produit sur la surface cible. Selon un mode de réalisation, un applicateur présente une feuille de couverture centrale pliable ou amovible et pouvant être fixée à nouveau, laquelle aide à contenir la substance jusqu'à l'application, la feuille de couverture aidant pendant ce temps à maintenir l'ouverture à travers laquelle la substance passe pour être appliquée. L'invention concerne une large variété de substances, y compris mais pas seulement des produits de soin, des produits cosmétiques, des produits pharmaceutiques et d'autres produits de soins personnels.
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