Patent ID: 6408858
Filing Date: 2002-06-25
Classification: A45D

Abstract:
A one-piece, clipless hair roller or curler constructed for ease of use and comprising a single, substantially continuous body member incorporatingA. an elongated, central section having a. a first end and a second end, each of which are formed on opposed surfaces of the central section, b. a generally cylindrical shape comprising a substantially circular shaped cross-section throughout its length and incorporates a plurality of rounded zones formed thereon in juxtaposed, spaced relationship for providing hair curling effects to the hair fibers wound thereon; B. a latching member a. formed at the first end of the elongated central section, b. constructed for mating, locking engagement with a finger portion; and c. comprising a closed loop or eyelet having a generally oval shape; C. an elongated finger portion a. formed at the second end of the central section; b. comprising a substantially rectangular cross-sectional shape, having substantially flat, opposed side surfaces and incorporating a plurality of independent locking zones formed along the length thereof, with each of said locking zones comprising a substantially â€œVâ€  shape for providing locking engagement with a portion of the oval-shaped loop or eyelet, and c. constructed for being arcuately pivoted from a first curler open position to a second curler closed position, wherein at least one of said locking zones is securely engaged with the latch member of the curler; and D. an elongated, flexible rod mounted in the central section for imparting strength, rigidity and flexibility thereto; whereby hair fibers wound about the central section of the curler are quickly and easily securely held in place by merely arcuately pivoting the elongated finger portion from its first position to its second, locked and engaged position.