Device to isolate a lock of hair

Abstract

A device to isolate at least one lock of hair to which a product is to be applied. The device includes first and second sheets each including a first end and a second opposite end. A means of attachment is integral with the first and / or the second sheet, to attach the two sheets together in a reversible manner in proximity to their first ends over the lock of hair that is isolated. The two sheets are configured so as to have their second ends free when they are attached together in proximity to their first end. A process for applying a hair treatment product (such as a coloring and / or decoloring product) is also provided which uses such a device.

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CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS [0001] This document claims priority to French Application Number 03 08542, filed Jul. 11, 2003 and U.S. Provisional Application No. 60 / 493,765, filed Aug. 11, 2003, the entire contents of which are hereby incorporated by reference.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] 1. Field of the Invention [0003] The present invention concerns a device designed to isolate a lock of hair for the purpose of applying a hair product thereto. By way of example, the invention can be particularly advantageous for applying a coloring / decoloring product. [0004] 2. Discussion of Background [0005] A variety of techniques are currently used to apply a hair product to individual locks of hair. [0006] According to a first method, a perforated bonnet is placed on the customer's head. Using a tool with one end configured in the form of a hook, the locks of hair lying directly below the perforations are extracted from the bonnet. The product is then applied uniformly onto th...

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Benefits of technology

[0012] Another object of the invention is to create a device which enables a product to be applied with a clear demarcation at the upper part of the lock of hair.

[0039] After applying the product, the two sheets can be taken off the hair by sliding them along the lock of hair, from the upper end of the lock of hair to the tip. The lock of hair can then be squeezed out to scrape off the excess product to prevent the product from touching the rest of the hair before rinsing. By removing the excess product, subsequent rinsing of the hair is also facilitated.

Problems solved by technology

The method is painful for the customer when the locks of hair are extracted from the bonnet and when the bonnet is removed.

In addition, this method is time-consuming and awkward to carry out.

Moreover, there is a significant risk that the product will penetrate through the holes in the bonnet and stain the scalp.

Again, this method is time-consuming and awkward.

Moreover, the locks of hair treated are unavoidably placed in contact with the rest of the hair, which to a large degree can spoil the appearance of the finished result.

Using this method, however, it is difficult to apply the product with a clear demarcation at the upper part of the lock of hair, particularly if it is desired to start applying the product some distance away from the scalp.

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