WO2007132715A1

WO2007132715A1 - Bent cotton-tipped swab for eye makeup

Info

Publication number: WO2007132715A1
Application number: PCT/JP2007/059622
Authority: WO
Inventors: Yuko Shinoda
Original assignee: Antiaging Communication Co., Ltd.
Priority date: 2006-05-15
Filing date: 2007-05-09
Publication date: 2007-11-22
Also published as: JP2007301269A

Abstract

A cotton-tipped swab capable of removing a matter such as mascara deposited on a body with a pinpoint precision or easily removing a grain such as a ball when a cosmetic item is applied. The cotton-tipped swab comprises a rod having a bendable/restorable elastic portion at the almost center thereof, and cotton portions disposed at the opposite ends of the rod. The swab provided at the opposite ends with cotton portions is used to thereby easily remove grains or wipe off mascara. The swab, which can be used as a disposable article at comparatively low costs, is expected to improve hygienic problems.

Description

Specification

Bending swab for eye makeup

Technical field

[0001] The present invention relates to a cotton swab. More specifically, it relates to a swab that can be bent and restored.

Background art

[0002] As an example of a makeup method, it is a common practice to apply cosmetics such as mascara to the eyelashes. When applying mascara to the eyelashes, a comb for the eyelashes (comb) is used to evenly apply the mascara to the eyelashes or to remove the clumps of the hair ends called llamas. (For example, see Patent Document 1).

[0003] Also, when removing cosmetics such as mascara (eye cleansing), the cosmetics are soaked in the cotton by squeezing the eyelashes with the fingertips through the cotton, or the cosmetics are applied with the fingertips when washing the face. Wiping off is done.

Patent Document 1: JP 2002-125743 A

Disclosure of the invention

Problems to be solved by the invention

[0004] However, when applying mascara to the eyelashes, the conventional comb for eyelashes causes the mascara to adhere to the comb and it must be washed and cleaned each time it is used. It had to be inconvenient. Also, when removing mascara from the eyelashes, it is wiped off with the fingertips, so if the mascara tends to enter the eye because it cannot be removed at a fine point, When the skin around the eyes became dull or darkened, there was a problem.

[0005] Therefore, the present invention has been made in view of a hard problem, and removes things attached to the body such as cosmetics at a pinpoint, or a lump such as a lump when applying cosmetics. An object of the present invention is to provide a cotton swab that can be easily removed.

Means for solving the problem

[0006] Therefore, in the present invention, in order to solve such a problem, elasticity that can be folded and restored is provided. Provided are a rod having a portion at a substantially central portion, cotton portions disposed at both ends of the rod, and a powerful cotton swab. By using cotton swabs placed at both ends, it is possible to easily remove lumps and drop mascara.

[0007] The bar may be made of a resin material and the elastic portion may have a bellows structure. Further, the elastic part may be a bellows structure made of a resin material, and the bar excluding the elastic part may be made of a paper material. Further, the bar including the elastic part may be made of a paper material. Further, when the bar is bent approximately 180 degrees at the elastic portion, the cotton portion may be configured to be able to sandwich the thin film-like material.

[0008] Further, as another invention, there is provided a makeup method using a rod having an elastic part that can be bent and restored at a substantially central portion, cotton portions disposed at both ends of the rod, and a powerful cotton swab. There is a makeup method having a sandwiching step of sandwiching mascara eyelashes with cotton parts arranged at both ends of a cotton swab, and a separation step of pulling the sandwiched mascara in the length direction of the eyelashes to release from the eyelashes. provide.

The invention's effect

[0009] The cotton swab of the present invention has cotton portions arranged at both ends of the rod, and the rod has an elastic part that can be bent and restored at the substantially central portion, so that both ends of the rod can be folded when folded. It is easy to remove lumps and drop mascara at the cotton. Furthermore, by using a cotton swab, it becomes possible to use it as a disposable product at a relatively low cost, so that an improvement in hygiene can be expected.

BEST MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION

[0010] Embodiments of each invention will be described below. It should be noted that the present invention is not limited to these embodiments, and can be carried out in various modes without departing from the gist thereof.

[0011] The relationship between the following embodiments and the claims is as follows.

The first embodiment will mainly describe claims 1, 2, 5, 6 and the like.

The second embodiment will mainly describe claim 3 and the like.

The third embodiment will mainly describe claim 4 and the like.

[0012] Kuku embodiment 1 >>> Overview of Embodiment 1>

The present embodiment relates to a cotton swab in which the eyelashes can be sandwiched between the cotton portions arranged at both ends of the cotton swab by bending the center portion of the cotton swab.

[0013] Configuration of Embodiment 1>

FIG. 1 shows an example of a cotton swab 100 in the present embodiment. A cotton swab 100 of the present embodiment shown in FIG. 1 (a) is composed of a bar 102 having an elastic part 101 that can be bent and restored at a substantially central portion, and cotton parts 103 disposed at both ends of the bar 102. .

[0014] The rod member 102 is used to support the cotton portions at both ends when, for example, the eyelashes are sandwiched between the cotton portions at both ends. The material of the bar 102 may be made of a resin material or a paper material. The bar 102 has an elastic portion that can be bent and restored at a substantially central portion. The “substantially central portion” is the approximately central portion in the longitudinal direction of the bar. Specifically, it may be a range in which the cotton parts at both ends are arranged at positions facing each other when the bar is bent at the substantially central portion thereof. That is, for example, when one shape of the cotton portions at both ends is larger than the other shape, the “substantially central portion” indicates a portion closer to the side having the large-shaped cotton portion.

[0015] "Folding reversible" indicates that it is possible to fold or return the bent part to its original state. FIG. 1 (b) is a diagram showing an example of a state in which a cotton swab is bent. In the case of current cotton swabs, if the center part is bent when using the cotton parts at both ends to fold the eyelashes, it cannot be restored, making it difficult to use for pinching purposes. . In other words, when inserting eyelashes to remove cosmetics, etc., operations such as pinching eyelashes and removing mascara are performed in units of parts, but if they cannot be restored after being folded. This is because the bent core part is not stable when the eyelashes are inserted for the second time or later and cannot be used properly. Furthermore, it is because the bar may be broken as it is when it is bent. For this reason, it is necessary to be able to restore. Folding restoration is “free” means that it can be folded and restored any number of times. In addition, since the swab of this embodiment is assumed to be used up, it is sufficient that it can be bent and restored for a certain number of times (for example, 5 times) necessary for removing mascara and the like, and then the bar is broken. May be. Also fold As the shape at the time of bending, the bar may be U-shaped or V-shaped.

[0016] The "elastic part" is a part for realizing the state in which bending can be restored as described above. This elastic part may be integrated with the bar or may be separate from the bar. Specifically, the elastic part may be a bellows structure of a resin material such as plastic, or may be a paper material with a groove. In addition to the above, a low resilience spring rubber or the like is used for the elastic portion that may constitute the “bar” of this embodiment by joining two rods at the inertial portion. Anyway. Since the elastic part is arranged in the substantially central part of the bar, the elastic part can be a fulcrum when the cotton swab is bent. It is possible to arrange the parts appropriately. The cotton swab of the present embodiment is configured such that when the bar is bent approximately 180 degrees at the elastic portion, the cotton portion can sandwich the thin film-like material. In addition to lashes and mascara on the tip of the eyelash, the thin film includes dust.

The cotton parts 103 are arranged at both ends of the bar material 102. A cotton part is a part having a cotton member. As already explained, the cotton parts arranged at both ends of the bar may be of the same size and shape, or may be of different sizes and shapes. . The cotton part may contain a makeup removing liquid or a disinfecting liquid.

[0018] FIG. 1 shows an example in which the bar is made of a resin material and the elastic portion has a bellows structure. Specifically, the substantially central portion of the plastic bar has a bellows structure. This can be manufactured by processing the bellows structure on the cotton swab of the current plastic shaft, and can be manufactured at low cost. Also, the angle when bent can be maintained.

[0019] <Usage examples>

Hereinafter, the usage example of the cotton swab of this embodiment is demonstrated. The cotton swab of this embodiment is used at the time of eye makeup as an example. More specifically, it is used when the mascara is used and when the mascara is dropped thereafter. FIG. 2 is a diagram showing an example in which the cotton swab of the present embodiment is used during eye makeup. The cotton swab of this embodiment can be used in any of the following. [0020] First, in the stage before applying mascara, if the basic cosmetic or foundation is on the eyelashes, the mascara is difficult to adhere to the eyelashes. Therefore, these basic cosmetics and the like can be wiped off by using the cotton swab of this embodiment to sandwich the eyelashes.

[0021] Next, when applying mascara, lumps are formed on the ends of the eyelashes, and therefore, the lumps can be pinched with the cotton swab of the present embodiment. In addition, mascara can be evenly layered by sandwiching the uneven part of the eyelashes. Further, the portion that has become a bundle due to the force S between the eyelashes can be adjusted by sandwiching the eyelashes using the cotton swab of this embodiment. In addition, by attaching mascara to the cotton swab of this embodiment and pinching the eyelashes, it is possible to use the cotton swab of this embodiment also in the application of applying the mascara itself.

[0022] Next, when removing the mascara, for example, the eyelashes are sandwiched with a cotton part soaked with a makeup-removing liquid, the mascara is melted, and the melted mascara is sandwiched from the eyelashes. The mascara can be carefully cleansed (dropping off makeup) from the base of the eyelashes without adhering to the skin. As a detailed example, there is a makeup method having a sandwiching step of sandwiching an eyelash with mascara between cotton parts arranged at both ends of a cotton swab, and a releasing step of pulling the sandwiched mascara in the length direction of the eyelash to release the eyelash force. It is done.

[0023] In the above example, the force described in the example used for eye makeup, for example, when the pierced hole is sterilized, the cotton swab of this embodiment can be used. In addition, it can be used with a chemical on one side of the cotton. For example, a medicine such as stomatitis may be applied to one side and the oral cavity may be cleaned with the other cotton part.

[0024] <Effects of Embodiment 1>

Since the cotton swab of the present embodiment can be bent and restored at a substantially central portion of the bar, it is possible to remove lumps at the ends of the eyelashes, mascara, etc. using the cotton portions at both ends. Moreover, since it can be used as a relatively inexpensive disposable type, it can be expected to improve hygiene.

[0025] Kuku embodiment 2>

Overview of Embodiment 2> Embodiment 2 relates to a cotton swab in which the bar is made of a paper material and the elastic part is made of a resin material.

[0026] Configuration of Embodiment 2>

FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating an example of a cotton swab 300 according to the second embodiment. The cotton swab 300 shown in FIG. 3 (a) is similar to the cotton swab described in the first embodiment. The bar 302 has an elastic portion 301 that can be bent and restored at the substantially central portion, and is disposed at both ends of the bar 302. This is a cotton swab made of a cotton part 303. As a feature, the elastic part 301 is a bellows structure made of a resin material, and the bar 302 excluding the elastic part 301 is made of a paper material. That is, the elastic part and the bar are different in material. More specifically, for example, two cotton swabs having a paper-like member rod having a cotton part on one side are joined by a joining member (elastic portion) having a plastic bellows structure, thereby forming one cotton swab 300. It can be mentioned to make up. FIG. 3 (b) shows an example in which two swabs are combined in this manner to form a swab 310. FIG. Alternatively, as shown in FIG. 3 (c), a cotton swab 320 may be configured by attaching an elastic portion of a bellows structure that is a resin material force to a rod made of a paper material provided with cotton portions at both ends.

[0027] Effects of Embodiment 2>

The cotton swab of the present embodiment can maintain an appropriate strength of the bar material when sandwiched by using a paper bar material. In addition, by using the elastic part of the resin material, the force S can be flexibly restored.

[0028] Kuku embodiment 3 >>>

Overview of Embodiment 3>

Embodiment 3 relates to a cotton swab in which the bar material including the bent portion is made of a paper material.

[0029] Configuration of Embodiment 3>

FIG. 4 is a view showing an example of a cotton swab 400 in the third embodiment. The cotton swab 400 shown in FIG. 4 (a) is similar to the cotton swab described in the first embodiment, and is disposed at both ends of the bar 402 with a bar 402 having an elastic portion 401 that can be bent and restored at a substantially central portion. A cotton swab comprising 403 of cotton parts. As a feature, the bar 402 including the elastic portion 401 is made of a paper material. That is. As an example in which the elastic portion is made of a paper material, for example, as shown in FIG. 4 (a), a spiral fine groove is formed in a substantially central portion of the bar. As a result, the effect of being able to be bent and restored as in the case of the bellows structure can be expected. Alternatively, like a cotton swab 410 shown in FIG. 4 (b), it is possible to expect an effect of being able to be bent and restored by pressing a substantially central portion of the bar to form a flat surface. Furthermore, within the pressed plane, in the direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction of the bar, for example, one groove at the center and one on each side, a total of three grooves are pressed on the front and back surfaces of the plane. It can be formed by processing. By forming such a groove, even when it is bent at random, it is properly bent.

The cotton swab of this embodiment is made of a paper-based material, including the elastic part, and can be discarded without being separated, for example, at the time of disposable, and an environmental effect can be expected. .

[0031] Kuku other forms >>>

FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating an example of another embodiment. The cotton swab 500 in FIG. 5 (a) is similar to that described in any of Embodiment 1 Force 3 in that a rod 502 having an elastic portion 501 that can be bent and restored at the substantially central portion, and both ends of the rod 502 The cotton part 503 arranged in the box and a powerful swab. Further, the cotton parts 503 at both ends are characterized in that the portions facing each other have a zigzag shape. By having the zigzag-shaped cotton part 503 as shown in Fig. 5 (a), the eyelashes can be easily combed, and it is more appropriate to remove lumps and make the eyelashes even. Can do.

[0032] On the other hand, FIG. 5 (b) shows a configuration having combs 520 at both ends of a bar 512 instead of the cotton part. By combing the tip of the bar and combing each other's teeth and pinching the eyelashes, you can remove lumps and evenly apply mascara.

Brief Description of Drawings

[0033] FIG. 1 is a diagram showing an example of a cotton swab according to Embodiment 1.

FIG. 2 is a diagram showing an example of use of the cotton swab of the present invention

FIG. 3 is a diagram showing an example of a cotton swab according to Embodiment 2.

FIG. 4 is a diagram showing an example of a cotton swab according to Embodiment 3. FIG. 5 is a diagram showing an example of another embodiment.

100 cotton swabs

101 Elastic part

102 Bar

Claims

The scope of the claims

[1] A bar having an elastic part that can be bent and restored in a substantially central part;

Cotton parts placed on both ends of the bar material and powerful cotton swabs.

[2] The cotton swab according to claim 1, wherein the bar has a resin material force and the elastic portion has a bellows structure.

[3] The elastic part has a bellows structure made of a resin material,

2. The swab according to claim 1, wherein the bar excluding the elastic portion is made of a paper material.

4. The cotton swab according to claim 1, wherein the rod material including the elastic portion is made of a paper material.

[5] The cotton swab according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the cotton portion is configured to be able to sandwich a thin film-like material when the rod is bent at approximately 180 degrees at the elastic portion.

[6] A makeup method using a bar having an elastic part that can be bent and restored in a substantially central part, cotton parts disposed at both ends of the bar, and a powerful cotton swab,

A sandwiching step of sandwiching the eyelashes with mascara between the cotton parts arranged at both ends of the cotton swab;

A separation step of pulling the sandwiched mascara in the length direction of the eyelashes to release it from the eyelashes,

A makeup method comprising: