Techniques for false eyelash application

Abstract

False eyelash applicator apparatuses for applying a false eyelash to an eyelid are provided. One apparatus includes an applicator unit having an approximate shape of a hollow cylinder and including a first end, a second end, and a body extending from the first end to the second end along a lengthwise direction of the applicator unit, and at least one false eyelash holder disposed on the body of the applicator unit and for securing the false eyelash to the applicator unit. Another apparatus includes an applicator unit having a base, a first side surface, a second side surface, a first top surface, and a second top surface, a hole extending through the applicator unit from the first side surface to the second side surface, and at least one false eyelash holder disposed on the body of the applicator unit and for securing the false eyelash to the applicator unit.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION[0001]This application claims the benefit under 35 U.S.C. §119(e) of a U.S. Provisional application filed on Jul. 18, 2011 in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and assigned Ser. No. 61 / 508,795, the entire disclosure of which is hereby incorporated by reference.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]1. Field of the Invention[0003]The present invention relates to cosmetics in general, and more particularly, to an applicator for false eyelashes. More particularly, the present invention relates to techniques for false eyelash application.[0004]2. Description of the Related Art[0005]False eyelashes are an increasingly popular cosmetic item and are widely available through retail venues. False eyelashes of the related art are applied by a hand of a user of the false eyelashes, or a third party's hand, to the eyelid of the user. A user may apply the false eyelashes by manipulating the eyelash with the user's or the third party's hand and fingers in order ...

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Benefits of technology

The present invention provides a false eyelash applicator that is simple, easy to use, and specifically designed for the application of false eyelashes. It allows users with negligible skilIe or practice to apply false eyelashes with ease. Additionally, it allows users to securely load and attach false eyelashes to the eyelid without worrying about holding the false eyelash in place, resulting in more accurate placement of the eyelash.

Problems solved by technology

However, such practice may be undesirable and difficult for the user or the third party because of the considerable skill and dexterity that may be required to apply the false eyelashes to the eyelid.

False eyelashes that are applied in this manner may be incorrectly aligned on the eyelid and may end up being applied in an uneven, crooked, or misaligned manner, so as to be above the natural eyelash line or misaligned with respect to the natural eyelash line.

Misalignment may cause the user discomfort or may be visually unappealing.

However, the tweezers may only hold or grip a few of the delicate fine hairs of the false eyelash and may not provide much control to the user applying the false eyelashes during application.

In such a case, the user's fingers may become tired, or the user may lack the fine motor skills and / or dexterity to properly place the false eyelash on the eyelid.

Thus, the user may place or apply the false eyelashes to the eyelid in an unsteady or inaccurate manner.

Also, the user's attention may be on the squeezing and clamping of the eyelash and the user may not provide proper attention to the placement of the false eyelashes on the eyelid.

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