Wearable pedicure protection device

Abstract

A pedicure protection system is provided that is comprised of an insert worn directly on the foot and a shoe that can be worn with the insert or substituted with other shoes. The insert consists of a base (11) and a cover (10) connected by a hinge (12). The cover curves above the toenails to create a cavity. A separator (18) protrudes from the base between the big toe and second toe and helps maintain the cavity when the cover is closed. The base includes toe straps (15) (16), and a band (20) that lies across the instep stabilizing the insert on the foot and keeping the cover closed. The shoe FIG. 10 opens fully, allowing the user to place their foot on the sole from above or the side and the top closes around the foot.

Description

FIELD OF INVENTION[0001]This present invention relates to footwear and more particularly to a reusable pedicure protection system, that when worn by the user, prevents damage to painted or treated toenails. One component of the invention that is the insert, can be worn interchangeably in various styles of shoes with the necessary space and shape or the invention can be worn in its entirety, meaning the insert and accompanying shoe.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]People frequent manicure and pedicure salons as part of their beauty regimen, often having their nails painted as part of the treatment. After the application of nail polish, some time is typically spent under the nail dryer to ensure that the polish dries. For a pedicure, this reduces the likelihood of smudging or damage due to contact with shoes or other objects. During the warmer months, a person can opt to shorten the time spent at the salon under a dryer by donning open toed footwear after having their toenails painted...

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Benefits of technology

[0016](i) It is an object of the present invention to provide a pedicure protection system that is a fraction of the cost of the prior art and more economical for the consumer

[0017]In accordance with the present embodiment, the pedicure protection device is composed of an insert that is worn directly on the foot, and a shoe with a toe cavity made to accommodate the insert. The insert is composed of two pieces that may be connected by a hinge. The cover is designed to open and close at the hinge without touching the toenail. Straps that run across the big toe, the second toe and over the instep, anchor the foot to the base and allow the user to walk comfortably. The shape of the cover above the toenails creates a cavity separating the toes f

Problems solved by technology

During times of less favorable weather, for example rainy days or colder months of the year in which wearing closed toe and/or warmer footwear is a necessity, persons usually exercise one of the following options: (1) sitting under a nail dryer until the polish is dry, the result of which is wasted time (2) braving cold weather by wearing open toed shoes, which can generally be uncomfortable (3) wearing closed toe footwear which can possibly smudge the polish and prove costly as frequent touch ups are needed to fix the affected areas and (4) having their toes wrapped in ‘saran’ wrap before putting feet into shoes, which still poses a risk of smudging.

This structure has certain disadvantages such as:(1) Toenail protection comes only with wearing these shoes

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