WO2008048740A2 - Système, procédé et appareil permettant de s'appliquer une french manucure - Google Patents

Système, procédé et appareil permettant de s'appliquer une french manucure Download PDF

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WO2008048740A2
WO2008048740A2 PCT/US2007/075777 US2007075777W WO2008048740A2 WO 2008048740 A2 WO2008048740 A2 WO 2008048740A2 US 2007075777 W US2007075777 W US 2007075777W WO 2008048740 A2 WO2008048740 A2 WO 2008048740A2
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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
    • A45D29/00—Manicuring or pedicuring implements
    • A45D29/004—Masking devices for applying polish to the finger nails
    • 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
    • A45D29/00—Manicuring or pedicuring implements
    • A45D2029/002—French manicure

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  • the present invention relates generally to a French manicure and, more specifically, to a system, method and apparatus for self-application of a French manicure.
  • a manicure is a process that involves the care and grooming of the hand and nail. This process may be performed by another person, such as a manicurist, or by one's self.
  • a manicure generally includes the filing and shaping of the nails. It may also include the application of a nail polish to enhance the aesthetic appearance of the nail surface.
  • Various styles of manicures are available, such as a hot oil manicure involving the use of hot oil to clean the cuticles and soften the nail using oil.
  • French manicure Another style of manicure is a French manicure, whereby the nail polish is applied in such a way that the nail retains its natural appearance, such as a whitish colored nail tip and a natural colored nail.
  • the application of a French style manicure is a difficult technique to perform by an individual, especially to one's self.
  • the French manicure includes the application of a base coat, an application of polish, usually white, to represent the tip of the nail, and the application of a top coat to enhance the appearance of the rest of the nail. While the overall look of the nail appears to be simple and natural, this technique requires a great deal of skill to perform accurately, especially on one's own fingernails.
  • kits to assist an individual in applying a French manicure to their own nails.
  • These kits typically include a form that is placed on the nail to provide a template for accurately applying the nail polish depicting the nail tip by the user.
  • Various styles of templates are available, such as a masking tape that is applied to a line representing the junction between the nail bed and the tip of the nail, leaving the outer tip of the nail exposed.
  • the nail tip polish is applied to the exposed nail tip, and the tape is removed after the polish dries.
  • some of the existing polish on the nail may also be removed, resulting in an uneven and unsightly appearance.
  • Another style of template is a molded form that is placed over the nail, leaving only the nail exposed. However, some of the polish may seep under the mold, again resulting in an uneven and unsightly appearance.
  • Another problem with the use of forms or molds is that each nail on an individual's hand is unique in terms of size and shape. Plus the nail is a living organ that grows. Therefore, it is difficult to size the mold to an individual's finger tip.
  • the present invention is a system and method and apparatus for self- applying a French manicure to a user' s own nails using an adjustable form.
  • the system includes an adjustable form, a first paint type applied using a spray applicator and a second paint type.
  • the method includes the steps of positioning a base member of the adjustable form over a finger of the user, and the base member includes a wall having an upper end, a lower end, and a longitudinally extending channel located there between forming a central passageway for receiving the finger of the user.
  • a nail portion of the user's finger is located within a nail receiving opening formed in a wall of the base member, and the nail receiving opening has a predetermined shape.
  • a shield member is positioned relative to the nail receiving opening in the base member, so that a predetermined length of the tip portion of the nail surface is exposed.
  • the shield member includes a wall with an upper end, a lower end and a longitudinally extending channel located there between forming a central passageway. An outer edge of the wall has a predetermined shape and is positioned to define an exposed nail tip surface area.
  • a first paint type is applied to the exposed nail tip surface using a spray paint applicator means.
  • the first paint type is a water-based, non-toxic acrylic paint and the spray paint applicator means atomizes the paint to apply a plurality of droplets to the exposed nail tip surface.
  • the shield member is repositioned relative to the nail receiving opening in the base member, so that an entire surface of the nail is exposed.
  • a second paint type is applied to the entire surface of the nail to seal the first paint type, and the second paint is enamel nail paint.
  • a system, method and apparatus for applying a French manicure is provided that is easier to use by an individual and provides more consistent results.
  • a system, method and apparatus for self-applying a French manicure is provided that includes a variable fit mold for correctly sizing and applying polish to the tip of the nail.
  • a further advantage of the present invention is that a system, method and apparatus for self-applying a French manicure includes aerosol paint for applying paint to the nail, and any overspray is easily removable.
  • FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a system including an adjustable form for self- applying a French manicure, according to the present invention.
  • FIG. 2 is an exploded view of the adjustable form of FIG. 1, according to the present invention.
  • FIG. 3 is a side view of the base member of FIG. 1, according to the present invention.
  • FIG. 4 is a side view of the system for self- applying a French manicure of FIG. 1, according to the present invention.
  • FIG. 5 is a flowchart of a method of self-applying a French manicure using the system of FIG. 1, according to the present invention.
  • FIGS. 1-4 a system and apparatus for self- applying a French manicure is provided. It should be appreciated that the components of the system may be packaged together in a kit for the convenience of a user.
  • the system 10 includes an adjustable form 12 that can be disposed over a user's finger 22.
  • the adjustable form 12 includes a base member 14 that is cylindrical in shape.
  • the base member 14 includes a wall 16 having an upper end 16a and a lower end 16b and a longitudinally extending passageway 16c extending there between.
  • a rear wall portion of the base member 14 includes a longitudinally extending slit 18 for receiving the finger and nail to be polished.
  • the slit 18 extends the length of the wall portion 16, from lower end 16b to upper end 16a.
  • a front portion of the wall 16 includes a window defining a nail receiving opening 20.
  • the nail receiving opening 20 has a predetermined shape. In this example, the predetermined shape of the nail receiving opening 20 is generally oval.
  • the width, length and shape of the nail receiving opening 20 generally corresponds to a size and shape of a nail. Further, a radius of curvature of an upper edge of the nail receiving opening may be different than a radius of curvature of a lower edge of the nail receiving opening, for sizing purposes. It should be appreciated that the orientation of the base member on the finger may be selected to fit the nail of the user. Similarly, a length, and diameter of the base member 14 is selected so that it can be placed over each of the user's fingers, and held firmly in place on each finger. The user's finger 22 is disposed within the central passageway 16c formed in the base member 14, such that the user's nail 24 is positioned within the nail receiving opening 20 in the front wall.
  • An example of a base member height is about 2 to 3 inches, and a diameter of about 2.5 - 3.5 inches.
  • An example of a nail receiving opening height is about .75 to 1.25 inches, with a width of about .25 to .75 inches.
  • the adjustable form 12 also includes a shield member 26.
  • the shield member 26 is cylindrical in shape.
  • the shield member 26 includes a wall 28 having an upper end 28a, a lower end 28b, and a longitudinally extending passageway 28c extending therebetween the upper end 28a and lower end 28b.
  • a rear of the wall portion of the shield member includes a longitudinally extending slit 30, so that the shield member 26 is slidingly disposed over the base member 14. In this example, the slit 30 extends the length of the shield member rear wall portion.
  • the wall 28 includes an upper edge 32 and a lower edge 34.
  • the upper edge 32 or the lower edge 34 or both the upper edge and lower edge of the shield member wall 28 has a predetermined shape.
  • the shape may be curvilinear, or linear or the like.
  • the radius of curvature is selectively determined.
  • the uppermost edge is slightly flattened to provide a straight line and accommodate different nail sizes. For example, various sizes of fingers and nails may be accommodated, or for a desired nail tip shape.
  • the height of the shield member wall is less than the corresponding base member wall height. In an example, the shield member wall height is less than one half the base member wall height.
  • the shield member 26 is slidingly positioned on the base member 14, so that the upper edge 32 of the shield member is selectively positioned relative to the nail receiving opening 20 in the base member 14 to create a window. It should be appreciated that the nail is selectively exposed within the window by the positioning of the shield member 26 with respect to the base member 14. Further, the slit 30 in the rear wall of the shield member 26 is positioned to correspond with the slit 18 in the rear wall of the base member 14. By slidingly adjusting the relative height of the window opening, a height of the user's nail tip paint receiving surface 36 is selectively adjusted.
  • the adjustable form 12 may be fabricated from a variety of suitable materials. For example, a plastic material may be utilized. Other materials are also contemplated.
  • the system 10 also includes an applicator means 38 for applying a paint means to the nail.
  • a first type of paint 40 is applied to the nail tip paint receiving surface 36 of a user' s nail 24, and a second type of paint 44 is applied over the entire nail surface 42 to achieve a natural looking nail referred to in the art as a French nail.
  • Various examples of paints are contemplated for use on a nail.
  • the second paint type 44 may be an enamel nail paint typically used on nails, and referred to in the art as nail polish.
  • the first paint type 40 may be an acrylic paint, such as that used in the application of nail art.
  • the second paint type 44 may be a basecoat, or primer, or top coat or the like.
  • either the first paint type or the second paint type may have a predetermined colorant added.
  • Various types of paint applicator means 38 are contemplated.
  • the paint applicator means 38 may be a brush 46, such as the brush usually available with a bottle of nail polish.
  • Another example of a paint applicator means 46 is a spray applicator 48 that includes a container 50 and a spray nozzle 52.
  • the first paint type 40 is stored in a sealed container 50, and is ejected through the spray nozzle as a spray of droplets.
  • the spray applicator 48 atomizes the liquid paint into droplets, and the droplets are then deposited on the nail surface.
  • An example of a propellant for the spray applicator 48 is an aerosol, such as that formed using Dimethyl Ether, or the like.
  • Another example of a propellant is a pressurized gas such as that used with a pump spray nozzle.
  • the paint spray applicator 48 is an air brush and a compressor.
  • Another example of a paint applicator is a paint pen or a paint marker, similar to an ink pen or ink marker.
  • air brush paint may be a non-toxic, water-based, permanent acrylic paint.
  • the viscosity of the paint is selectively determined to provide for suitable flow and distribution to the nail surface for the corresponding paint applicator means 38.
  • the method begins in block 100 with the step of positioning the base member 14 of the adjustable form 12 on the user's finger 22 by inserting the finger 22 through the central passageway 16c formed in the base member 14.
  • the slit 18 in the base member rear wall assists in the positioning of the base member on the finger 22, and accommodating various finger sizes.
  • the base member 14 is positioned on the finger 22 such that the user's nail 24 is visible in the window formed by the nail receiving opening 20 in the wall 16 of the base member 14.
  • the shield member 26 may be positioned on the base member 14 at this time, so that the nail receiving opening 20 in the base member wall 16 is not obstructed.
  • the methodology advances to block 105 and an initial coat of the paint means is applied to the entire nail surface 42.
  • the initial coat of paint means is a second paint type, such as a base nail polish, or clear base nail enamel or the like.
  • the initial paint means may be applied over the entire nail surface 42 using a brush applicator 46, as is known in the art.
  • the shield 26 is in a first position with respect to the base member 14, as shown at 60. In the first position 60, the entire nail 24 is exposed.
  • the methodology advances to block 110 and after the initial coat of the paint means is dry, the outer edge shield member 26 is adjustably positioned with respect to the base member 14 in a second position as shown at 62, so that a predetermined nail tip paint receiving surface 36 area is exposed.
  • An example of the shield position is the line separating the nail bed from the free end of the nail tip. The remaining portion of the user's nail is covered by the shield. It should be appreciated that the free edge of the user' s nail 24 may overlap an inner edge of the nail receiving opening in the base member, as shown at 64.
  • the methodology advances to block 115 and a coat of the first paint type 40, such as an acrylic paint, is applied to the exposed nail tip receiving surface 36.
  • the first paint type 40 is applied using the previously described paint applicator means 38.
  • the first paint type 40 is applied to the exposed nail tip receiving surface 36 using the spray applicator 48, as previously described.
  • the first paint type 40 is allowed to dry. It should be appreciated that a thin coat of the first paint type is applied to obtain a more natural appearance.
  • the methodology advances to block 120 and the shield member 26 is adjustably repositioned with respect to the base member 14, so that the user's entire nail surface 42 is exposed, as shown at 62.
  • the shield member 26 may return to a previous position with respect to the base member 14 so that the entire nail is exposed.
  • the first paint type should be allowed to dry before repositioning the shield member 26.
  • the methodology advances to block 125 and a second paint type 44, such as a nail enamel, is applied to the nail 24.
  • the second paint type is applied over the entire nail surface 42.
  • the second paint type may contain a colorant, such as pink.
  • Another layer of second paint type, such as a top coat may be applied over the previous layer.
  • An example of a top coat is a clear enamel top coat, as is known in the art. The top coat seals the previous layer. It may also extend the longevity of the French manicure.
  • the methodology advances to block 130 and the adjustable form 12 is removed from the finger 22 and any overspray from the first paint type 40 is removed from the finger 22.
  • the overspray can be removed using water.
  • the paint spray applicator 48 containing the first paint 40, adjustable nail form 12 and second paint 44, such as base coat nail enamel and top coat nail enamel, may be supplied together in a kit.
  • the present invention has been described in an illustrative manner. It is to be understood that the terminology which has been used is intended to be in the nature of words of description rather than of limitation.

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L'invention concerne un système et un procédé permettant s'appliquer une french manucure en utilisant une forme ajustable qui comprend le positionnement d'un élément de base sur un doigt de l'utilisateur de telle sorte que l'ongle est situé dans une ouverture de réception d'ongle. Un bord externe d'une paroi d'élément de protection est positionné à une certaine position par rapport à l'ouverture de réception d'ongle pour exposer le bout de l'ongle. Un premier type de vernis est appliqué sur le bout d'ongle exposé à l'aide de moyens applicateurs. Le premier type de vernis est un vernis acrylique non-toxique à base d'eau, et les moyens applicateurs pulvérisent le vernis pour appliquer une pluralité de gouttelettes sur l'ongle exposé. L'élément de protection est repositionné par rapport à l'ouverture de réception d'ongle pour exposer toute la surface de l'ongle. Un second type de vernis à ongle est appliqué sur la surface exposée de l'ongle pour assurer l'étanchéité du premier type de vernis.
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