Patent ID: 12201204

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

The disclosed system, method, and device include a makeup tool and applicator that may be held in place on one or more fingers or placed on a fingertip of a user for fine control while applying makeup. The makeup tool and applicator may include a first layer and a second layer disposed on an opposite side from the first layer. In some embodiments, the second layer may have a volume formed by an inner surface and an outer surface where the second layer may be cushioned, padded, and/or soft material thereby yielding readily to pressure or weight. In one embodiment, the outer surface may be made from a plush woven fabric resembling velvet for receiving or depositing makeup, for example, powder, and applying, setting, and/or baking the makeup to the skin. The second layer may be softened by the addition of cushions or padding between the inner surface and the outer surface where the inner surface may be made of a soft, smooth, and/or silky material. In one example, the inner surface provides a comfortable and luxurious feel to the touch of the finger. In one embodiment the first layer may be made of material resembling cosmetic sponge. The second layer may be configured to provide a precise point of contact with the skin for further makeup application such as touch-up, re-blend, and/or remove makeup. It is contemplated that any combination of materials disclosed herein may be used for the first layer and/or the second layer.

In some embodiments, the second layer may also be used as a hand guard, preventing makeup from smudging such as for steadying the hand during the application of eyeliner, without causing smudging or removal of existing makeup. Accordingly, instead of laying fingers on the face during application of makeup, the makeup tool and applicator may be used as a resting mechanism to apply makeup thereby preventing disruption to the makeup product already on the skin. In one example, the user may rest their hands on the first layer of the makeup tool and applicator during application. In this example, the user may use the second layer of the makeup tool and applicator to rest on the skin and act as a barrier between fingers and the skin to prevent makeup from smudging. In other examples, the first layer and the second layer may be switched where the first layer may be resting on the skin having already had makeup applied and the second layer may be in contact with the fingers and/or hand of the user.

The makeup tool and applicator may be secured to the one or more fingers via an elastic layer. The makeup tool and applicator may include a gel insert for cushioning the fingertip and providing comfort for the user where the gel insert may be silicon material sewn inside the volume formed by the inner surface and the outer surface of the second layer. The gel insert may also be configured to add weight to the makeup tool and applicator by providing mass and/or heaviness which allows a user to access or make contact with hard to reach areas. That is, via gravity and force applied by the user, for example, pressing motion, the makeup tool and applicator may apply powder on the different areas and contours of the face. In this example, the user may use their finger (or fingers) inside the pocket to precisely guide the pointed end of the makeup tool and applicator to reach any narrow areas on the face.

In some embodiments, the makeup tool and applicator may be folium shaped, where the tool may be in the shape of a teardrop which may look like an oval with one end pointed outward. Accordingly, the tool may be shaped to fit all contours of the face, and not leave unused corners in those areas of the face that are hard to reach and the teardrop shape offers precision to, for example, chisel cheekbones, bake concealer, set makeup, etc. The disclosed embodiments include a double-sided makeup tool and applicator where the makeup tool and applicator may both apply and touch-up makeup, for example, powder formulas. That is, one layer positioned on one side may be configured to pick up makeup products and deposit the products on the skin acting or operating as an applicator where the other layer position on the opposite side may be configured to re-blend or touch up previously applied makeup so the makeup provides a smooth finish and seamless look.

The teardrop shape may form a pocket having an opening on the oval side—positioned opposite the narrow tip end pointed outward—where the pocket may be configured to allow a finger of the user to slide inside and provide precise applicability of makeup to small areas around the face. The makeup tool and applicator include embodiments where the shape provides support to target contours of the face with the narrow tip and for further precision support insertion of fingers into the pocket via a precise contact point at a narrow tip end. Additionally, the pocket for the finger allows for precision and ease so product can be distributed smoothly and evenly across the complexion.

As further described by the figured below, the present embodiments disclose a makeup tool and applicator where a soft plush side (second layer) comprising fiber material, for example, microfibers, fibrils, etc. is configured to grab and deposit a desired amount of powder. The buffed suede side (first layer) is configured to gently re-blend makeup to make the previously applied makeup look smooth and seamless. That is, one side or layer is configured to deposit powder to set and bake makeup whereas the other side or layer is configured to re-blend and touch-up the makeup. The shape and materials of the tool allow a user to target contours of the face with the narrow tip and/or insert fingers into the pocket for further precision. A finger band (elastic layer) may be used to hold fingers in place and provide grip on the tool for application ease in addition to a user being able to slide fingers into the pocket for more precision. The elastic layer used as a finger band may be in one position be covering one side of the tool and configured to be reversed to cover the other side of the tool, thereby allowing the user to apply either of the two provided sides/layers by flipping the elastic layer from one side to the other. Additionally, the tool may provide a way for the user to rest hands on the tool during application to prevent makeup from smudging.

FIG.1depicts a perspective view of a makeup tool and applicator100.FIG.2depicts a top view of the makeup tool and applicator100ofFIG.1.FIG.3depicts a bottom view of the makeup tool and applicator100ofFIG.1.FIG.4depicts a right side view of the makeup tool and applicator100ofFIG.1.FIG.5depicts a left side view of the makeup tool and applicator100ofFIG.1.FIG.6depicts a rear view of the makeup tool and applicator100ofFIG.1.FIG.7depicts a front view of the makeup tool and applicator100ofFIG.1.

With further reference toFIG.1, the makeup tool and applicator100may have a first layer102and a second layer104joined together to form a pocket106in between and configured to receive a finger of a user (SeeFIGS.11A-11B). The first layer102may be made from a cosmetic sponge material, such as polyurethane-based. In some embodiments, the cosmetic sponge material may be made from the polyurethane-based foam, that may include anti-UV inhibitors, and/or may be made from heat-sealable foam. In other embodiments, any other material may be used as part of the first layer102to reapply, remove, and/or blend makeup. A first end108of the first layer102may be joined to the second layer104, such as by stitching, adhesive, or the like. Sides of the first layer102proximate the first end may be joined to the second layer104such that an opening of the pocket106is formed at a second end110of the first layer. The second end110of the first layer102may be detached from the second layer104to form a lip portion112. The second end110of the first layer102may be distal from the first end108of the first layer102. The first layer102may be used to apply makeup, such as a foundation, concealer, powder, blush, highlighter, or the like.

Embodiments include examples where the second layer104is made from plush, knitted fabric or textile similar to velvet or velveteen. It is usually made from cotton, but can also be made from synthetic materials such as polyester. In one embodiment, the second layer104may be made from velour. In some embodiments, the second layer104may be made from cotton, polyester, or the like. In some embodiments, the second layer104may be made from a woven or a knitted fabric, allowing it to stretch. In other embodiments, any other material may be used as part of the second layer104to apply and/or blend makeup. The second layer104may provide a plush surface. The second layer104may be rested against a portion of the face of the user without causing removal or smudging of any makeup applied to the skin. In some embodiments, the second layer may also be used to apply makeup. A gel insert (not shown, SeeFIG.10) may be disposed within the second layer104to provide a cushioning effect when the second layer104is pressed against the skin of the user, such as the face.

A third layer114may be attached to the second layer104and create an inner surface. The third layer114and the first layer102may form an inner lining or surface of the pocket106for receiving the finger of the user (SeeFIGS.11A-11B). The third layer114may be made from polyurethane and may provide a gripping surface for a user when a finger is inserted into the pocket106.

An interchangeable and reversible fourth layer116or elastic layer may be disposed over a portion of the first layer102or second layer104. The fourth layer116may be an elastic ribbon disposed across a portion of the first layer102or second layer104. The fourth layer116may be attached to the first layer102and/or the second layer104. The fourth layer116may ensure that a finger placed in the pocket106is secured outside or within the pocket so that the makeup tool and applicator100does not fall off the finger. The fourth layer116may be used on its own without a finger in the pocket106. The fourth layer116may be of stretchy material to be reversible and interchangeable. The fourth layer116allows the user to use either side of the makeup tool and applicator100with ease and switch back and forth. The fourth layer116may be used on its own or in combination with the pocket106. The fourth layer116may be flipped from one side to another, e.g., from covering the first layer102to covering the second layer104to allow for full use of either layer (102,104). The fourth layer116and/or the pocket106may be used to hang the makeup tool and applicator100for storage or to dry after cleaning. The fourth layer116may be repositioned based on the desired side to be cleaned and/or dried.

FIG.8depicts a perspective view of the makeup tool and applicator ofFIG.1showing the lip portion112raised away from the third layer114.FIG.9depicts a right side view of the makeup tool and applicator ofFIG.1showing the lip portion112raised away from the third layer114. The lip portion112is a part of the first layer102and may be made from a cosmetic sponge material. The lip portion112may bend, stretch, and/or expand to accommodate a user's finger in the pocket106.

FIG.10depicts an exploded side view of the makeup tool and applicator100ofFIG.1. The fourth layer116may be made from an elastic material and attached over a portion of the first layer102. In some embodiments, the fourth layer116may be disposed over a portion of the second layer104and/or around the entire makeup tool and applicator100. In other embodiments, the fourth layer116may be integrated into the first layer102. In other embodiments, the fourth layer116may be disposed between the first layer102and the second layer104and/or third layer114so as to provide additional surface area of the first layer102to be used for applying and/or blending makeup. The first layer102may be made from a cosmetic sponge material. The third layer114may be attached to the second layer104. The second layer104may be made from velour. A gel insert1000may be disposed within the second layer104. In some embodiments, the gel insert1000may be disposed between the second layer104and the third layer114. The gel insert1000may provide cushioning to the fingertip of the user. The gel insert1000may also provide volume and ensure that the elastic fourth layer116contains a finger when inserted into the makeup tool and applicator100. While a gel insert1000is described, any other cushioning material or fill may be used.

FIG.11Adepicts a user using1100a second layer104of the makeup tool and applicator100ofFIG.1. The user may place their finger1102inside the pocket or between the elastic layer116and the first layer102or between the elastic layer116and the second layer104of the makeup tool and applicator100for close control (SeeFIG.11C). The user may, for example, apply an eye cream, concealer, foundation, powder, blush, highlighter, or the like to an area around the eye1104or to a portion of the outer surface of the second layer of the makeup tool and applicator100. The user may then bounce the second layer of the makeup tool and applicator100across the eye area1104(in this example), or any other surface area of the skin. While the eye area1104is depicted, the cosmetic tool100may be used across any portion of the user's face, body, and skin. The elastic layer116may be reversed to the side not being used against the skin to provide maximum surface area for the side being used and full grip of the makeup tool and applicator.

FIG.11Bdepicts the user ofFIG.11Ausing a first layer of the makeup tool and applicator100ofFIG.1with the pocket. The user may rotate1006the makeup tool and applicator110so that the second layer104is facing away from the skin and the first layer102is contacting the skin. One embodiment depicts the finger of the user as being within the pocket of the makeup tool and applicator where the mechanism provides a more precise control and reach for any areas having narrow channels and/or tapered shapes, via pressing and exerting force at the pointed end of the makeup tool and applicator.

FIG.11Cdepicts the user ofFIGS.11A-11Busing a first layer of the makeup tool and applicator100ofFIG.1with the elastic layer116. The user may use the pocket or elastic layer116to secure their fingertip to the makeup tool and applicator100. The elastic layer116may be flipped to the non-used side so that the side being used against the skin has a maximum surface area. For example, if the user is using the first layer102against the skin, then the elastic may be flipped to cover a portion of the second layer104. The user may then secure the makeup tool and applicator100to their fingertip1102using the elastic layer116such that their finger1102is disposed between the elastic layer116and the first layer102(as shown) or the pocket. The elastic layer116maintains the makeup tool and applicator100on the finger1102of the user regardless of the orientation of the makeup tool and applicator100. Additionally, the second layer104may be used to rest against the face without causing removal or smudging of makeup already on the face, such as to provide a resting point and stability when applying other makeup.

FIG.12Adepicts a block diagram of a method1200for using the makeup tool and applicator ofFIG.1. A makeup tool and applicator is provided having a layer for applying makeup and another layer for re-applying or providing a resting point while in contact (step1202). One layer of the makeup tool and applicator may be used to apply makeup to the skin, for example, to an eye area of a user and the makeup tool and applicator may be rotated on the finger of the user to the other layer and the other layer used to re-apply makeup (step1204). The makeup tool and applicator may provide a point of contact with the face without smudging or removing makeup on the face (step1206). One or more eye creams, concealers, foundations, powders, blushes, highlighters, and the like may be used with the makeup tool and applicator. While the face and eye area are used as examples, the makeup tool and applicator may be used on any portion of the user's skin. The method1200may include reversing an elastic layer between covering a portion of the one layer and covering a portion of the other layer (step1208). The elastic layer may allow for full use of the one layer when the portion of the other layer is covered by the elastic layer. The elastic layer may allow for full use of the other layer when the portion of the one layer is covered by the elastic layer.

FIG.12Bdepicts a block diagram of a method1201for assembling the makeup tool and applicator ofFIG.1. The method1201may include securing a first layer to a second layer, wherein a pocket may be formed between the first layer and the second layer to receive a fingertip of a user (step1210). The method1201may also include securing an elastic layer between the first layer and the second layer such that the elastic layer is disposed over a portion of the first layer or a portion of the second layer to secure the fingertip of the user in the pocket (step1212). Additionally, in one embodiment, the elastic layer may be used to secure one or more fingers of the user to either the first layer or the second layer. The method1201may also include providing a gel insert within the second layer, where the gel insert may provide a cushioning effect when the second layer is pressed against the user (step1214). The method1201may also include securing a third layer to the second layer, where the first layer and the second layer may form an inner lining of the pocket, and where the third layer may comprises a gripping surface configured to further secure the fingertip of the user in the pocket (step1216).

It is contemplated that various combinations and/or sub-combinations of the specific features and aspects of the above embodiments may be made and still fall within the scope of the invention. Accordingly, it should be understood that various features and aspects of the disclosed embodiments may be combined with or substituted for one another in order to form varying modes of the disclosed invention. Further, it is intended that the scope of the present invention is herein disclosed by way of examples and should not be limited by the particular disclosed embodiments described above.