Hair care device

Abstract

The present disclosure provides a hair care device capable of further improving the styling performance of hair. This hair care device (1) is provided with a care unit (20) capable of caring hair (H). Furthermore, the nursing part (20) is provided with: a first nursing part (210) having a first facing surface (2111); and a second nursing part (220) having a second facing surface (2211) facing the first facing surface (2111) in the first direction. In addition, a blow-out opening (45) is formed in at least one of the first facing surface (2111) and the second facing surface (2211). Furthermore, a fluid inflow space (S1) is formed between the first facing surface (2111) and the second facing surface (2211), and the fluid inflow space (S1) enables the fluid (F) blown out from the blow-out opening (45) to flow towards one side and the other side of a second direction in a state that the hair (H) is arranged in a manner of extending along the second direction intersecting with the first direction.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to hair care devices. Background Technology

[0002] Conventionally, as shown in Patent Document 1 below, a device is known to have a cavity for receiving hair formed between two arms. In Patent Document 1, hair care is performed by applying air and heat released from an air outlet to the hair disposed in the cavity.

[0003] Existing technical documents

[0004] Patent documents

[0005] Patent Document 1: Japanese Patent Publication No. 2022-528622 Summary of the Invention

[0006] The problem the invention aims to solve

[0007] However, in the aforementioned prior art, the airflow is designed to be released from the upper end of the cavity to the lower end, which prevents the air and heat from acting on the hair above the upper end of the cavity. Therefore, the effect of grooming the hair into the desired shape may be insufficient.

[0008] Thus, the existing techniques mentioned above are insufficient to improve the styling performance of hair.

[0009] Therefore, the purpose of this disclosure is to obtain a hair care device that can further improve the styling performance of hair.

[0010] Solution for solving the problem

[0011] A hair care device according to the present disclosure includes: a care section capable of caring for hair; and a fluid generating mechanism capable of generating fluid and blowing it onto the hair. The care section includes: a first care section; and a second care section having a second opposing surface opposite to a first opposing surface of the first care section in a first direction. The fluid generating mechanism includes a blowout outlet formed on at least one of the first opposing surface and the second opposing surface. A fluid inflow space is formed between the first opposing surface and the second opposing surface. When the hair is arranged in a manner extending along a second direction intersecting the first direction, the fluid blown from the blowout outlet can flow toward one side and the other side of the second direction.

[0012] The effects of the invention

[0013] According to this disclosure, a hair care device is available that can further improve the styling performance of hair. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 This is a diagram illustrating an example of the hair care device according to Embodiment 1, and it schematically shows the hair care device in an open state.

[0015] Figure 2 This is a diagram illustrating an example of the hair care device according to Embodiment 1, and it schematically shows the hair care device in a closed state.

[0016] Figure 3 This is a perspective view of the first nursing section as seen from the first opposing side in Embodiment 1.

[0017] Figure 4 This diagram schematically illustrates the state of hair care using the hair care device of Embodiment 1.

[0018] Figure 5 This diagram schematically illustrates the state of hair care using the hair care device of the first modification of Embodiment 1.

[0019] Figure 6 This diagram schematically illustrates the state of hair care using the hair care device of the second modification of Embodiment 1.

[0020] Figure 7 This diagram schematically illustrates the state of hair care using the hair care device of the third modification of Embodiment 1.

[0021] Figure 8 This diagram schematically illustrates the state of hair care using the hair care device of the fourth modification of Embodiment 1.

[0022] Figure 9 This is a perspective view of the first nursing section of the fifth variation of Embodiment 1 as viewed from the first opposing side.

[0023] Figure 10 This diagram schematically illustrates the state of hair care using the hair care device of the fifth modification of Embodiment 1.

[0024] Figure 11 This is a perspective view of the first nursing section of the sixth variation of Embodiment 1 as viewed from the first opposing side.

[0025] Figure 12 This diagram schematically illustrates the state of hair care using the hair care device of the sixth modification of Embodiment 1.

[0026] Figure 13 This is a perspective view of the first nursing section of the seventh variation of Embodiment 1 as viewed from the first opposing side.

[0027] Figure 14 This diagram schematically illustrates the state of hair care using the hair care device of the 7th modification of Embodiment 1.

[0028] Figure 15 This is a perspective view of the first nursing section of the eighth variation of Embodiment 1, viewed from the first opposing side.

[0029] Figure 16 This is a perspective view of the first nursing section of the 9th variation of Embodiment 1, viewed from the first opposing side.

[0030] Figure 17 This diagram schematically illustrates the state of hair care using the hair care device of the 9th modification of Embodiment 1.

[0031] Figure 18 This is a perspective view of the first nursing section of the 10th variation of Embodiment 1, viewed from the first opposing side.

[0032] Figure 19 This is a perspective view of the first nursing section of the 11th variation of Embodiment 1 as viewed from the first opposing side.

[0033] Figure 20 This is a perspective view of the first nursing section of the 12th variation of Embodiment 1, viewed from the first opposing side.

[0034] Figure 21 This diagram schematically illustrates the state of hair care using the hair care device of the 13th variation of Embodiment 1.

[0035] Figure 22 This is a perspective view of the first nursing section of the 14th variation of Embodiment 1, viewed from the first opposing side.

[0036] Figure 23 This is a perspective view of the first nursing section of the 15th variation of Embodiment 1, viewed from the first opposing side.

[0037] Figure 24 This is a perspective view of the first nursing section of the 16th variation of Embodiment 1, viewed from the first opposing side.

[0038] Figure 25 This is a perspective view of the first nursing section of the 17th variation of Embodiment 1, viewed from the first opposing side.

[0039] Figure 26 This is a side view schematically illustrating an example of the hair care device of Embodiment 2.

[0040] Figure 27This is a schematic diagram illustrating an example of the spray device included in the hair care device of Embodiment 2.

[0041] Figure 28 This is a schematic diagram illustrating an example of the charged fine particle generating device included in the hair care device of Embodiment 2.

[0042] Figure 29 This is a schematic diagram illustrating an example of the fine particle emission device included in the hair care device of Embodiment 2.

[0043] Figure 30 This is a side view schematically illustrating an example of the hair care device of Embodiment 3. Detailed Implementation

[0044] Hereinafter, embodiments will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, sometimes unnecessary detailed descriptions are omitted. For example, detailed descriptions of things that are already known may be omitted, or descriptions of substantially the same structures may be repeated.

[0045] Furthermore, the accompanying drawings and the following description are provided to enable those skilled in the art to fully understand this disclosure and are not intended to limit the subject matter of the claims.

[0046] In addition, in the following embodiments, a wind-type styling device is exemplified as a hair care device for hair care (styling) by blow-drying.

[0047] Furthermore, in the following embodiments, the vertical direction of the hair care device will be defined as follows, with the direction in which the care unit moves during hair care (the direction of hair extension in the fluid inflow space) aligned with the vertical direction. Also, the side where the hair tip is located during normal care will be defined as the lower side in the vertical direction.

[0048] Furthermore, the following explanation will define the relative direction between the first and second care sections as the first direction (Y direction), and the direction in which the care sections move during hair care (care direction) as the second direction (Z direction). The explanation will also define the direction that is perpendicular (intersecting) to the first (Y) and second (Z) directions as the third direction (X direction).

[0049] Furthermore, the same constituent elements are included in the following embodiments and their variations. Therefore, these same constituent elements will be given common reference numerals in the following drawings, and repeated descriptions will be omitted.

[0050] (Implementation Method 1)

[0051] First, refer to Figures 1-4An example of the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 of Embodiment 1 will be described. Figure 1 This is a diagram showing an example of the hair care device 1 in Embodiment 1, and it schematically shows the state in which the hair care device 1 is opened. Figure 2 This is a diagram showing an example of the hair care device 1 according to Embodiment 1, and it is a diagram schematically showing the state in which the hair care device 1 is closed. Figure 3 This is a perspective view of the first nursing section 210 as seen from the first opposing surface 2111 side in Embodiment 1. Figure 4 This diagram schematically illustrates the state of hair care H being performed using the hair care device 1 of Embodiment 1.

[0052] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 of this embodiment has an elongated shape in one direction (hereinafter, it will be described as a front-back direction), and has a first arm 1a and a second arm 1b that can be connected in a generally V-shape by means of a hinge 1c. Furthermore, by rotating the first arm 1a and the second arm 1b relative to each other by means of the hinge 1c, the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211, which will be described later, can be brought closer to or moved away from each other.

[0053] Furthermore, a first gripping part 110 and a second gripping part 120, serving as gripping parts 10, are respectively provided on the hinge part 1c side of the first arm 1a and the second arm 1b. Additionally, a first nursing part 210 and a second nursing part 220, serving as nursing parts 20, are respectively provided on the top end side of the first arm 1a and the second arm 1b.

[0054] The first nursing section 210 and the second nursing section 220 each have a first opposing surface 2111 and a second opposing surface 2211 that can approach or move away from each other (can be relative) when the first arm 1a and the second arm 1b are rotated relative to each other.

[0055] Furthermore, in this embodiment, when the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 are viewed in the direction opposite to each other (first direction: Y direction: the normal direction of the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211) with the first arm 1a and the second arm 1b closed, they are formed into a generally rectangular shape that is elongated in the third direction (X direction). That is, the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 are formed into flat surfaces that extend along the second direction (Z direction) and the third direction (X direction) when the first arm 1a and the second arm 1b are closed.

[0056] Thus, the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 of this embodiment includes a care section 20 capable of caring for hair H, which is continuously provided with a handle (grip) 10 that can be held by hand by a user. Furthermore, the handle 10 is formed as an elongated rod in the third direction (X direction) and has a hollow portion inside. Specifically, hollow portions are formed inside the first handle 110 and the second handle 120, which are each formed as an elongated rod in the third direction (X direction).

[0057] In addition, in this embodiment, the nursing unit 20 includes a first nursing unit 210 having a first opposing surface (first nursing surface) 2111 and a second nursing unit 220 having a second opposing surface (second nursing surface) 2211 opposite to the first opposing surface 2111 in the first direction (Y direction).

[0058] Thus, in this embodiment, the nursing unit 20 has a set of nursing units (first nursing unit 210 and second nursing unit 220: multiple nursing units) facing each other in the first direction (Y direction).

[0059] Furthermore, the first nursing unit 210 includes a first housing 211 that forms the outline of the first nursing unit 210, and the side of the first housing 211 opposite to the second nursing unit 220 is called the first opposing surface 2111. Similarly, the second nursing unit 220 includes a second housing 221 that forms the outline of the second nursing unit 220, and the side of the second housing 221 opposite to the first nursing unit 210 is called the second opposing surface 2211.

[0060] Furthermore, in this embodiment, a space is formed between the first opposing surface 2111 of the first nursing section 210 and the second opposing surface 2211 of the second nursing section 220, which extends in the second direction (Z direction) and opens to one side in the third direction (X direction). In this embodiment, this space becomes a fluid inflow space S1 that allows air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the outlet 45 to flow towards one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction).

[0061] Furthermore, with the hair H arranged in the fluid inflow space S1 extending along the second direction (Z direction) intersecting the first direction (Y direction), hair H can be cared for. Thus, during normal hair care, the hair H is arranged in the fluid inflow space S1 extending along the second direction (Z direction).

[0062] In addition, in this embodiment, hollow portions are also formed inside the first nursing portion 210 and the second nursing portion 220, and each hollow portion is configured to communicate with the hollow portions of the first gripping portion 110 and the second gripping portion 120.

[0063] In this embodiment, air (wind: fluid) F can be blown into the hair H disposed in the fluid inflow space S1 using the hollow portion formed in the air-type styling device (hair care device) 1, and the hair H can be styled using the air (wind: fluid) F blown into the hair H. Specifically, as Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, a fluid generating mechanism 40 is provided in the air-type styling device (hair care device) 1, which is capable of blowing air (wind: fluid) F to the hair H. By blowing air (wind: fluid) F from the blow outlet 45 provided by the fluid generating mechanism 40 to the hair H, the hair H can be styled (care).

[0064] Thus, the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 of this embodiment is a device that can straighten or style hair H by blowing air (wind: fluid) F into the hair H from one or more outlets 45 without applying excessive friction to the hair H, thereby straightening the curls, bends and stretches, or styling it into a desired shape.

[0065] Furthermore, the air-cooled styling tool (hair care device) 1 can be used not only on dry hair but also on moderately damp hair, such as hair after shampooing or towel-drying. Damp hair (H) has its internal hydrogen bonds broken, so styling performance is improved by styling while it is drying. Additionally, it reduces the drying and styling steps of a hair dryer to a single step, thus saving the user time and effort without exposing the hair (H) to excessive heat or friction damage.

[0066] The fluid generating mechanism 40 includes: an intake port 41 for drawing in external air (external air: fluid) into the air-type styling device (hair care device) 1; and a delivery unit 42 disposed downstream of the intake port 41 for delivering the air (fluid) drawn in from the intake port 41 downstream. Additionally, the fluid generating mechanism 40 includes a fluid temperature adjustment unit 43 disposed downstream of the delivery unit 42 for adjusting the temperature of the air (fluid) delivered from the delivery unit 42 to the outlet 45 (downstream side) (controlled by heating or cooling). Furthermore, the fluid generating mechanism 40 includes an outlet 45 and a flow path 44 for delivering air (fluid: warm air or cold air) whose temperature has been adjusted by the fluid temperature adjustment unit 43 to the outlet 45.

[0067] Furthermore, by driving the delivery unit 42, air (external air: fluid) from outside the device is drawn into the interior of the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 from the inlet 41. The temperature of the air (fluid) drawn from the inlet 41 is adjusted by the fluid temperature adjustment unit 43. The air (fluid) with the adjusted temperature is delivered to the outlet 45 through the flow path 44, thereby blowing air (wind: fluid) F at the desired temperature onto the hair H.

[0068] Here, the suction port 41 can be provided as a plurality of small holes or a longitudinal gap. For example, the suction port 41 can be formed by providing a plurality of through holes in a mesh shape on the other end side of the grip portion 10 in the third direction (X direction).

[0069] Furthermore, the conveying unit 42 can be configured, for example, to include a fan and a fan motor that rotates the fan. Such a fan and fan motor can be an axial fan, a centrifugal fan, a blower fan (multi-blade fan), etc. In addition, the conveying unit 42 can be configured as an integrated fan and fan motor, or it can be configured as a separate fan and fan motor conveying unit 42.

[0070] In addition, as a fluid temperature adjustment unit 43, it can use a heating source such as a heater for heating fluid (air) or a cooling source such as a heat exchanger for cooling fluid (air).

[0071] Furthermore, the temperature of the air (wind: fluid) F, which is adjusted by the fluid temperature adjustment unit 43, is preferably set to approximately 10°C to 250°C when it is blown out from the outlet 45.

[0072] Specifically, when heating the hair H using air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the blow outlet 45, it is preferable to make the temperature at which the air blown out from the blow outlet 45 approximately 50°C to 200°C.

[0073] Thus, by heating and conditioning the hair H with air (fluid) F blown from the nozzle 45, the curls and bends of the hair H can be straightened or styled into the desired shape. However, if the temperature of the air (fluid) F blown from the nozzle 45 is below 50°C, it is difficult to style the hair H into the desired shape. On the other hand, if the temperature of the air (fluid) F blown from the nozzle 45 is above 200°C, irreversible heat damage may be caused to the hair H, thereby impairing its original shine and feel. Therefore, when heating the hair H with air (fluid) F blown from the nozzle 45, it is preferable to maintain the temperature at which the air is blown from the nozzle 45 at approximately 50°C to 200°C.

[0074] Furthermore, when using the air-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 to heat and care for the hair H, the hair H is heated by heat transfer while being combed through by the air (air: fluid) F. Therefore, even without using a hair clamping part heated to approximately 160°C or higher as in the past, the hair H can be heated to the inside of the hair strand. Thus, when using the air-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 to heat and care for the hair H, it is not necessary to set the temperature to approximately 160°C or higher as in the past. That is, even when the temperature of the air (air: fluid) F blown from the outlet 45 is set to approximately 80°C to below 160°C, which is lower than the temperature used for hair care using the conventional hair clamping part, hair H can still be cared for by heating.

[0075] Therefore, when using a wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 as in this embodiment, it is more preferable to keep the temperature of the air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the blow outlet 45 at approximately 80°C to below 160°C. In this way, hair H can be cared for more reliably while further reducing damage to the hair H.

[0076] On the other hand, when cooling the hair H with air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the blow outlet 45, it is preferable to make the temperature at which the air blown out from the blow outlet 45 approximately 10°C to 50°C.

[0077] Thus, by using the air (air: fluid) F blown from the outlet 45 to cool and care for the hair H simultaneously, it is easier to maintain the shape of the styled hair H. However, if the temperature of the air (air: fluid) F blown from the outlet 45 is below 10°C, a structure requiring at least one of a compressor and a Peltier element is needed, potentially leading to increased power consumption or a larger device. On the other hand, if the temperature of the air (air: fluid) F blown from the outlet 45 is above 50°C, the temperature difference with the hair decreases, and the effectiveness in maintaining the shape of the hair H may diminish. Therefore, when using the air (air: fluid) F blown from the outlet 45 to cool the hair H, it is preferable to keep the temperature at the outlet 45 approximately between 10°C and 50°C.

[0078] As can be seen from the above, for the temperature of the air (wind: fluid) F adjusted by the fluid temperature adjustment unit 43, it is preferable to make the temperature when it is blown out from the outlet 45 approximately 10°C to 200°C.

[0079] Furthermore, the flow path 44 can be formed, for example, by arranging a partition wall that generates airflow in a predetermined direction within the hollow portion of the air-type styling device (hair care device) 1, or by arranging a pipe communicating with the blow-out port 45. By providing such a flow path 44, the air (air: fluid) F, whose temperature has been adjusted by the fluid temperature adjustment unit 43, passes through the flow path 44 more efficiently and is blown out from the blow-out port 45. By doing so, more air (fluid) taken in from the suction port 41 can be blown out from the blow-out port 45.

[0080] In this embodiment, the blowout 45 has an elongated opening surface 45a in the third direction (X direction). This increases the flow rate of the air (fluid) F blown from the blowout 45. Furthermore, it allows for blowing air (fluid) F over a wider area onto the hair H disposed in the fluid inflow space S1. This enables more reliable grooming of the hair H in a shorter time using the air (fluid) F blown onto it.

[0081] Furthermore, in this embodiment, by discharging the fluid flow (air flow) from the fluid generation mechanism 40 between the first care unit 210 and the second care unit 220, air can be supplied to the upper and lower surfaces. That is, the air (wind: fluid) F blown from the outlet 45 into the fluid inflow space S1 flows towards one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction). Specifically, the outlet 45 has a first outlet 451 formed on the first opposing surface 2111 of the first care unit 210 and a second outlet 452 formed on the second opposing surface 2211 of the second care unit 220. In addition, the flow path 44 has a first flow path 441 for supplying air (fluid: warm air or cold air) F whose temperature has been adjusted by the fluid temperature adjustment unit 43 to the first outlet 451 and a second flow path 442 for supplying air (fluid: warm air or cold air) F whose temperature has been adjusted by the fluid temperature adjustment unit 43 to the second outlet 452.

[0082] Furthermore, a first outlet 451 is formed approximately at the center of the second direction (Z direction) of the first opposing surface 2111, and a second outlet 452 is formed approximately at the center of the second direction (Z direction) of the second opposing surface 2211, opposite to the first outlet 451 in the first direction (Y direction). Therefore, the first outlet 451 has a first opening surface 451a that is elongated in the third direction (X direction), and the second outlet 452 has a second opening surface 452a that is elongated in the third direction (X direction).

[0083] By doing so, the air (wind: fluid) F blown from the outlet 45 is blown out horizontally. And, by blowing the air (wind: fluid) F horizontally from the outlet 45 and bringing it into contact with the hair H, the air (wind: fluid) F flows toward one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction).

[0084] Thus, in this embodiment, a fluid inflow space S1 is formed between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211. When the hair H is arranged to extend along the second direction (Z direction), the fluid inflow space S1 can allow the air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the blow-out port 45 to flow toward one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction).

[0085] By doing so, with the hair H arranged in the fluid inflow space S1, a gap (space for fluid flow) can be ensured between at least one of the first opposing surface 2111 and the hair H and between the second opposing surface 2211 and the hair H, and the air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the outlet 45 can flow more reliably to one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction).

[0086] Furthermore, if the fluid blown from the nozzle 45 into the fluid inflow space S1 with the hair H arranged therein flows to one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction), the air (wind: fluid) F blown from the nozzle 45 can come into contact with the hair H from root to tip. In this way, the air (wind: fluid) F blown from the nozzle 45 can come into contact with the hair H more evenly.

[0087] In this way, if at least one of the air (wind: fluid) F and heat can act on a larger area of ​​hair H, it is easier and more reliable to shape the hair H into the desired shape. As a result, the styling performance of the hair H can be further improved. In particular, if the air (wind: fluid) F blown from the blow outlet 45 into the fluid inflow space S1 flows towards one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction), the pulling force of the air (wind: fluid) F towards both sides in the second direction (Z direction) acts on the hair H, thus further improving the straightness of the styled hair H.

[0088] Furthermore, if a passage is formed within the fluid inflow space S1 to deliver air (wind: fluid) F to one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction), the pressure loss during air (wind: fluid) F delivery can be further reduced. As a result, the static pressure of the fan can be reduced, thereby achieving cost reduction or improved air delivery performance.

[0089] Furthermore, if the air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the outlet 45 can flow in both directions (lower and upper) in the second direction (Z direction), then even when the air-type styler (hair care device) 1 is rotated 180 degrees, the direction of the fluid flow is not limited to one direction. Therefore, it can achieve a similar care effect as when the air-type styler (hair care device) 1 is not rotated. As a result, when using the air-type styler (hair care device) 1, it is not necessary to limit the orientation of the air-type styler (hair care device) 1 to one direction, which further improves the ease of use of the air-type styler (hair care device) 1.

[0090] Furthermore, at least one of the blowout outlets 45 can be provided in one of the opposite nursing departments (Nursing Department 1 210 and Nursing Department 220).

[0091] Furthermore, as described above, the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 of this embodiment is configured to allow the first arm 1a and the second arm 1b to rotate relative to each other. That is, it is configured to allow the first care section 210 and the second care section 220 to move relative to each other in such a way that the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 approach or move away from each other.

[0092] Therefore, there is a possibility that when using the wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1, the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 come into contact, and the fluid inflow space S1 (the first blow-out outlet 451 and the second blow-out outlet 452) is blocked. If the fluid inflow space S1 (the first blow-out outlet 451 and the second blow-out outlet 452) is blocked, the air (wind: fluid) F blown from the outlet 45 may not be able to flow towards the second direction (Z direction) on one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side), and the hair H cannot be treated efficiently.

[0093] Therefore, in this embodiment, it is designed to more reliably suppress the blockage of fluid inflow space S1 (first blow-out outlet 451 and second blow-out outlet 452) when using the air-type styling tool (hair care device) 1.

[0094] Specifically, the wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 has a movement restriction mechanism 30, which is used to restrict the relative movement of the second care section 220 relative to the first care section 210 so that the relative distance W1 between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 does not fall below a predetermined distance.

[0095] In this way, by setting the movement restriction mechanism 30, the relative distance W1 between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 will not fall below a predetermined distance, thereby preventing the first opposing surface 2111 from contacting the second opposing surface 2211 and blocking the fluid inflow space S1. That is, a space (fluid inflow space S1) that allows air (wind: fluid) F blown from the outlet 45 to flow in can be ensured between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211.

[0096] In this way, with the hair H arranged in the fluid inflow space S1, at least one of the gaps between the first opposing surface 2111 and the hair H and the second opposing surface 2211 and the hair H can be ensured, so that the air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the outlet 45 can flow towards one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) of the second direction (Z direction) more reliably.

[0097] Furthermore, by providing the movement restriction mechanism 30, when using the air-type styling tool (hair care device) 1, even if a force is applied to the care section 20 in the direction of reducing the relative distance W1 between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211, contact between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 can be restricted. That is, when using the air-type styling tool (hair care device) 1, the possibility of the fluid inflow space S1 being accidentally blocked can be prevented. Therefore, the ease of use of the air-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 can be further improved.

[0098] Furthermore, the air-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 can also have a variable mechanism that can change the width W1 of the fluid inflow space S1. In this way, the width W1 of the fluid inflow space S1 can be changed according to the amount of hair H, the curl of hair H, and the degree of curvature of hair H, thus enabling more efficient hair care.

[0099] Such a structure can be configured to allow for adjustment of the width W1 of the fluid inflow space S1 in three increments, with the user able to lock it at a desired width. Alternatively, it can be configured to allow for continuous adjustment of the width W1 of the fluid inflow space S1, with the user able to lock it at a desired width.

[0100] At this point, the width W1 of the fluid inflow space S1 is preferably variable within a range of approximately 3mm to 30mm. This helps to prevent situations where the desired finishing effect is not easily achieved. The width W1 of the fluid inflow space S1 is set to a range of approximately 3mm to 30mm because if the width W1 of the fluid inflow space S1 is narrower than 3mm, it may be impossible to ensure an open gap on both sides in the second direction (Z direction) between at least one of the first opposing surface 2111 and the hair H and between the second opposing surface 2211 and the hair H. In addition, if it is wider than 30mm, the distance between the care section 20 and the hair H becomes greater, which may make it difficult to achieve the desired finishing effect.

[0101] (A variation of the hair care device)

[0102] Next, a modified example of the wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 will be described.

[0103] The wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 is not limited to the structure shown in Embodiment 1 above, and can be configured in various ways. For example, it can be configured as follows: Figure 5 The structure shown.

[0104] Figure 5 This diagram schematically illustrates the state of hair care H being performed using the hair care device 1 of the first modification of Embodiment 1. Figure 5 The wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 shown also has a structure that is basically the same as that of the wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 shown in Embodiment 1 above.

[0105] Right now, Figure 5 The air-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown also has a care section 20 that can care for hair H and a fluid generating mechanism 40 that can generate air (wind: fluid) F and blow it onto the hair H.

[0106] Furthermore, in Figure 5 In the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown, a fluid inflow space S1 is also formed between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211. When the hair H is arranged in a manner that extends along the second direction (Z direction), the fluid inflow space S1 can make the air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the blow-out port 45 flow toward one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction).

[0107] In addition, Figure 5The wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 shown also includes a movement limiting mechanism 30, which is used to limit the relative movement of the second care section 220 relative to the first care section 210, so that the relative distance W1 between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 (see reference) Figure 2 It will not be below the specified distance.

[0108] Here, in Figure 5 In the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown, at least one of the first care section 210 and the second care section 220 has a protrusion that protrudes in the first direction (Y direction).

[0109] Specifically, the first nursing section 210 has a first protrusion 212 that protrudes from the first opposing surface 2111 toward the second opposing surface 2211, and the second nursing section 220 has a second protrusion 222 that protrudes from the second opposing surface 2211 toward the first opposing surface 2111.

[0110] Furthermore, the first protrusion 212 can be used to distribute the air (wind: fluid) F blown from the first outlet 451 to one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction). In addition, the second protrusion 222 can be used to distribute the air (wind: fluid) F blown from the second outlet 452 to one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction).

[0111] Furthermore, such protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) are provided near the blow-out port 45 of the fluid generating mechanism 40.

[0112] Specifically, a solid first protrusion 212, shorter than the first outlet 451 in the second direction (Z direction), is disposed on the first opposing surface 2111 such that it faces the first outlet 451 in the first direction (Y direction). At this time, the first protrusion 212 is formed at the center in the second direction (Z direction) facing the first outlet 451, and the first outlet 451 is located on one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction) closer to the first protrusion 212. By doing so, air (wind: fluid) F blown from the first outlet 451 can be distributed using the first protrusion 212 to one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction).

[0113] Similarly, a solid second protrusion 222, shorter than the second outlet 452 in the second direction (Z direction), is disposed on the second opposing surface 2211 such that it is opposite to the second outlet 452 in the first direction (Y direction). At this time, the second protrusion 222 is formed in the central portion in the second direction (Z direction) opposite to the second outlet 452, and the second outlet 452 is located on one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction) closer to the second protrusion 222. By doing so, the air (wind: fluid) F blown from the second outlet 452 can be distributed using the second protrusion 222 to one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction).

[0114] Thus, by providing protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) for distributing the air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the outlet 45, the air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the outlet 45 can be more reliably directed to flow towards one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction). As a result, the hair H can be shaped into the desired shape more easily and reliably, further improving the styling performance of the hair H.

[0115] Furthermore, it is configured such that when the first nursing section 210 and the second nursing section 220 move relative to each other with the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 approaching each other, the first protrusion 212 and the second protrusion 222 contact each other with the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 separated. By doing so, a space (fluid inflow space S1) is ensured between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 for air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the outlet 45 to flow in.

[0116] Thus, in Figure 5 In the structure shown, the protrusions (first protrusion 212 and second protrusion 222) function as a movement restriction mechanism 30. That is, the protrusions (first protrusion 212 and second protrusion 222) also serve as the movement restriction mechanism 30.

[0117] By doing so, the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) that distribute the air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the outlet 45 can be used to ensure the space (fluid inflow space S1) between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 for the flow of air (wind: fluid) F.

[0118] In this way, if the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) that distribute the air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the outlet 45 have the function of a movement restriction mechanism 30, it is possible to simplify the structure of the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 while preventing the fluid inflow space S1 from being blocked, and it is also possible to more reliably make the air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the outlet 45 flow towards one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction).

[0119] Furthermore, if the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) are configured to distribute the air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the blow-out port 45 to one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction) in any balance, it will be easier to style the hair H.

[0120] Additionally, the wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1 can also be set as follows: Figure 6 The structure shown.

[0121] Figure 6 This diagram schematically illustrates the state of hair care H being performed using the hair care device 1 of the second modification of Embodiment 1. Figure 6 The air-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown also has a care section 20 that can care for hair H and a fluid generating mechanism 40 that can generate air (wind: fluid) F and blow it onto the hair H.

[0122] Furthermore, in Figure 6 In the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown, a fluid inflow space S1 is also formed between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211. When the hair H is arranged in a manner that extends along the second direction (Z direction), the fluid inflow space S1 can make the air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the blow-out port 45 flow toward one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction).

[0123] In addition, Figure 6 The wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 shown also includes a movement limiting mechanism 30, which is used to limit the relative movement of the second care section 220 relative to the first care section 210, so that the relative distance W1 between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 (see reference) Figure 2 It will not be below the specified distance.

[0124] Furthermore, at least one of the first nursing section 210 and the second nursing section 220 is provided with a protrusion (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) protruding in the first direction (Y direction). Moreover, the protrusion (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) functions as a movement restriction mechanism 30.

[0125] Here, in Figure 6 In this process, one protrusion (the second protrusion 222) is located at the end of the second blow-out port 452 on one side (lower side) in the second direction (Z direction), and the other protrusion (the first protrusion 212) is located at the end of the first blow-out port 451 on the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction).

[0126] By doing so, the air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the first outlet 451 flows toward the side (lower side) of the second direction (Z direction), and the air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the second outlet 452 flows toward the other side (upper side) of the second direction (Z direction).

[0127] By setting it in this way, it can also serve the same purpose as Figure 5 The wind-style styling tool (hair care device) shown has roughly the same function and effect.

[0128] Additionally, the wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1 can also be set as follows: Figure 7 The structure shown.

[0129] Figure 7 This diagram schematically illustrates the state of hair care H being performed using the hair care device 1 of the third modification of Embodiment 1. Figure 7 The air-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown also has a care section 20 that can care for hair H and a fluid generating mechanism 40 that can generate air (wind: fluid) F and blow it onto the hair H.

[0130] Furthermore, in Figure 7 In the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown, a fluid inflow space S1 is also formed between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211. When the hair H is arranged in a manner that extends along the second direction (Z direction), the fluid inflow space S1 can make the air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the blow-out port 45 flow toward one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction).

[0131] In addition, Figure 7The wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 shown also includes a movement limiting mechanism 30, which is used to limit the relative movement of the second care section 220 relative to the first care section 210, so that the relative distance W1 between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 (see reference) Figure 2 It will not be below the specified distance.

[0132] Furthermore, at least one of the first nursing section 210 and the second nursing section 220 is provided with a protrusion (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) protruding in the first direction (Y direction). Moreover, the protrusion (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) functions as a movement restriction mechanism 30.

[0133] Here, in Figure 7 In the middle, the wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 also has a hair holding mechanism 31, which can contact the hair H disposed in the fluid inflow space S1 to hold the hair H.

[0134] By doing so, when using the air-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 to care for the hair H, the air (wind: fluid) F flowing towards the second direction (Z direction) on one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) can come into contact with the hair H held in the hair holding mechanism 31. Furthermore, it is easier and more reliable to shape the hair H into the desired shape.

[0135] Thus, if the hair styling device (hair care device) 1 is equipped with a hair holding mechanism 31, the styling performance of the hair H can be further improved. In particular, if the hair holding mechanism 31 is used to apply appropriate tension to the hair H in the second direction (Z direction), the straightness of the hair H after styling can be further improved.

[0136] Moreover, in Figure 7 In this structure, the protrusions (first protrusion 212 and second protrusion 222) function not only as a movement restriction mechanism 30 but also as a hair retention mechanism 31. That is, in... Figure 7 In the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown, when the hair H disposed in the fluid inflow space S1 is held by the first protrusion 212 and the second protrusion 222, the air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the blow-out port 45 comes into contact with the hair H, thereby enabling hair H to be cared for.

[0137] Thus, if the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) function not only as a movement limiting mechanism 30 but also as a hair holding mechanism 31, the air (wind: fluid) F blown from the outlet 45 can flow more reliably towards one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction) while simplifying the structure of the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1. Furthermore, tension can be applied to the hair H using the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222). In particular, if tension is applied to the hair H using the hair holding mechanism 31, the straightness of the treated hair H can be further improved.

[0138] Furthermore, if the hair holding mechanism 31 contacts the hair H from both sides in the first direction (Y direction), the hair H can be spread out in the direction intersecting the second direction (Z direction) (third direction: X direction), thus enabling more reliable contact between the air (wind: fluid) F and each individual hair H. As a result, the styling performance of the hair H can be further improved.

[0139] Additionally, the wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1 can also be set as follows: Figure 8 The structure shown.

[0140] Figure 8 This diagram schematically illustrates the state of hair care H being performed using the hair care device 1 of the fourth variation of Embodiment 1. Figure 8 The air-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown also has a care section 20 that can care for hair H and a fluid generating mechanism 40 that can generate air (wind: fluid) F and blow it onto the hair H.

[0141] Furthermore, in Figure 8 In the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown, a fluid inflow space S1 is also formed between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211. When the hair H is arranged in a manner that extends along the second direction (Z direction), the fluid inflow space S1 can make the air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the blow-out port 45 flow toward one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction).

[0142] In addition, Figure 8 The wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 shown also includes a movement limiting mechanism 30, which is used to limit the relative movement of the second care section 220 relative to the first care section 210, so that the relative distance W1 between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 (see reference) Figure 2 It will not be below the specified distance.

[0143] In addition, Figure 8The wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown also includes a hair holding mechanism 31, which can contact and hold the hair H disposed in the fluid inflow space S1. Moreover, at least one of the first care section 210 and the second care section 220 is formed with a protrusion (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) protruding along the first direction (Y direction).

[0144] Furthermore, the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) not only function as a movement restriction mechanism 30, but also as a hair retention mechanism 31.

[0145] Here, in Figure 8 The protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) include: a main body (first main body 2121, second main body 2221) protruding in a first direction (Y direction); and flow paths (first flow path 2122, second flow path 2222) formed in the main body (first main body 2121, second main body 2221), which can be introduced into the air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the blow-out port 45 and blown out toward one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in a second direction (Z direction). That is, a first flow path (first inlet passage) 2122 is formed inside the first protrusion 212, which is provided with a vent 2122a opening toward one side (lower side) in the second direction (Z direction) and a vent 2122b opening toward the other side (upper side). Similarly, a second flow path (second inlet passage) 2222 is formed inside the second protrusion 222, which is provided with a vent 2222a opening to one side (lower side) in the second direction (Z direction) and a vent 2222b opening to the other side (upper side).

[0146] By doing so, even when the blowout 45 is provided at the root side of the protrusion (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) in a manner that is blocked by the main body (first main body 2121, second main body 2221), the air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the blowout 45 into the fluid inflow space S1 can be blown out toward one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction).

[0147] Furthermore, even when only one protrusion (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) is provided, it is possible to more reliably blow air (wind: fluid) F toward one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction).

[0148] Furthermore, when the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) are used to apply appropriate tension to the hair H in the second direction (Z direction), the tension can be applied to the hair H by utilizing the main body (first main body 2121, second main body 2221) heated by the air (fluid) F introduced into the flow path (first flow path 2122, second flow path 2222). In this way, the hair H is cared for not only by utilizing the air (fluid) F, but also by utilizing the heat from the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) that apply tension to the hair H. Therefore, it is easier and more reliable to shape the hair H into the desired shape, and the styling performance of the hair H can be further improved.

[0149] Additionally, the wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1 can also be set as follows: Figure 9 and Figure 10 The structure shown.

[0150] Figure 9 This is a perspective view of the first nursing section 210 of the fifth variation of Embodiment 1, viewed from the first opposing surface 2111. Figure 10 This diagram schematically illustrates the state of hair care H being performed using the hair care device 1 of the fifth modification of Embodiment 1. Figure 9 and Figure 10 The air-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown also has a care section 20 that can care for hair H and a fluid generating mechanism 40 that can generate air (wind: fluid) F and blow it onto the hair H.

[0151] Furthermore, in Figure 9 and Figure 10 In the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown, a fluid inflow space S1 is also formed between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211. When the hair H is arranged in a manner that extends along the second direction (Z direction), the fluid inflow space S1 can make the air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the blow-out port 45 flow toward one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction).

[0152] In addition, Figure 9 and Figure 10 The wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 shown also includes a movement limiting mechanism 30, which is used to limit the relative movement of the second care section 220 relative to the first care section 210, so that the relative distance W1 between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 (see reference) Figure 2 It will not be below the specified distance.

[0153] In addition, Figure 9 and Figure 10The wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown also includes a hair holding mechanism 31, which can contact and hold the hair H disposed in the fluid inflow space S1. Moreover, at least one of the first care section 210 and the second care section 220 is formed with a protrusion (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) protruding along the first direction (Y direction).

[0154] Furthermore, the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) not only function as a movement restriction mechanism 30, but also as a hair retention mechanism 31.

[0155] Here, in Figure 9 and Figure 10 In the middle, the wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 also has a position changing mechanism 32, which can change the position of the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) in the second direction (Z direction).

[0156] Specifically, guide grooves 213 extending in the second direction (Z direction) are provided at both ends of the first opposing surface 2111 in the third direction (X direction). Furthermore, the first protrusion 212 includes a main body 2121 and guide protrusions 2123 provided at both ends of the main body 2121 and slidably mounted to the guide grooves 213. This allows the first protrusion 212 to slide in the second direction (Z direction), enabling changes to its position in the second direction (Z direction).

[0157] Additionally, a second opposing surface 2211 and a second protrusion 222 with the same structure are also formed on the second nursing section 220 side. That is, a second opposing surface 2211 with a guide groove and a second protrusion 222 with a second main body section 2221 and a guide protrusion are formed.

[0158] Furthermore, it can be configured such that the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) can be installed in a detachable manner at various positions in the second direction (Z direction) of the nursing section 20, thereby enabling the position of the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) in the second direction (Z direction) to be changed.

[0159] Furthermore, since the position of the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) can be changed, it can handle various types of care.

[0160] For example, when the position of the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) is set in the center, hair care can be performed while air (wind: fluid) F blown from the blowout 45 into the fluid inflow space S1 is blown in a balanced manner toward one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction).

[0161] Furthermore, when the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) are located on one side (lower side) in the second direction (Z direction), the flow of air (wind: fluid) F to one side (lower side) in the second direction (Z direction) can be suppressed, and the flow of air (wind: fluid) F to the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction) can be increased.

[0162] Furthermore, when the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) are located on the other side (upper side) of the second direction (Z direction), the flow of air (wind: fluid) F to one side (lower side) of the second direction (Z direction) can be increased, and the flow of air (wind: fluid) F to the other side (upper side) of the second direction (Z direction) can be suppressed.

[0163] In this way, if the position of the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) in the second direction (Z direction) can be changed, users can easily change the flow pattern of air (wind: fluid) F in the second direction (Z direction) to one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) by appropriately setting the position of the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) in the second direction (Z direction) in accordance with the care content.

[0164] For example, when the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) are positioned on one side (lower side) in the second direction (Z direction), the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) can be used to clamp the tip side of the hair H disposed in the fluid inflow space S1, thus making it easy to perform hair care that curls the hair H.

[0165] Furthermore, when used with the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) positioned on one side (lower side) in the second direction (Z direction), air (fluid) F can be prevented from blowing onto the face when curling the hair, thus further improving the usability of the wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1. In addition, when used with the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) positioned on one side (lower side) in the second direction (Z direction), the flow of air (fluid) F to the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction) increases, thus allowing sufficient heat to be applied to the hair H.

[0166] Thus, if the position of the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) in the second direction (Z direction) can be changed, it has the advantage of enabling the wind-style styling device (hair care device) 1 to be used in accordance with the user's hair type and preferences.

[0167] Additionally, the wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1 can also be set as follows: Figure 11 and Figure 12 The structure shown.

[0168] Figure 11 This is a perspective view of the first nursing section 210 of the sixth variation of Embodiment 1, viewed from the first opposing surface 2111. Figure 12 This diagram schematically illustrates the state of hair care H being performed using the hair care device of the sixth modification of Embodiment 1. Figure 11 and Figure 12 The wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 shown has the same... Figure 9 and Figure 10 The structure of the wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1 shown is roughly the same as that of the one shown. Figure 9 and Figure 10 The difference in the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown is that three air outlets 45 (first air outlet 451 and second air outlet 452) are formed in the second direction (Z direction).

[0169] By setting up such a wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1, it can also achieve the same effect as Figure 9 and Figure 10 The wind-style styling tool (hair care device) shown has roughly the same function and effect.

[0170] Furthermore, if multiple air outlets 45 (first air outlet 451 and second air outlet 452) are formed in the second direction (Z direction), then regardless of their position in the second direction (Z direction), the protrusions (first protrusion 212 and second protrusion 222) can have the function of distributing air (wind: fluid) F to one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction).

[0171] Furthermore, the blow-out ports 45 (first blow-out port 451 and second blow-out port 452) can also be configured to move along with the protrusions (first protrusion 212 and second protrusion 222). Additionally, different protrusions can be used to form both dispensing protrusions and moving protrusions. Furthermore, the structure of the moving protrusions can be configured as follows: Figure 8 As shown in the diagram, the protrusion is like that.

[0172] Additionally, the wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1 can also be set as follows: Figure 13 and Figure 14 The structure shown.

[0173] Figure 13 This is a perspective view of the first nursing section 210 of the seventh variation of Embodiment 1 as viewed from the first opposing surface 2111 side. Figure 14 This diagram schematically illustrates the state of hair care H being performed using the hair care device 1 of the seventh modification of Embodiment 1. Figure 13and Figure 14 The air-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown also has a care section 20 that can care for hair H and a fluid generating mechanism 40 that can generate air (wind: fluid) F and blow it onto the hair H.

[0174] Furthermore, in Figure 13 and Figure 14 In the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown, a fluid inflow space S1 is also formed between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211. When the hair H is arranged in a manner that extends along the second direction (Z direction), the fluid inflow space S1 can make the air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the blow-out port 45 flow toward one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction).

[0175] In addition, Figure 13 and Figure 14 The wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 shown also includes a movement limiting mechanism 30, which is used to limit the relative movement of the second care section 220 relative to the first care section 210, so that the relative distance W1 between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 (see reference) Figure 2 It will not be below the specified distance.

[0176] In addition, Figure 13 and Figure 14 The wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown also includes a hair holding mechanism 31, which can contact and hold the hair H disposed in the fluid inflow space S1. Moreover, at least one of the first care section 210 and the second care section 220 is formed with a protrusion (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) protruding along the first direction (Y direction).

[0177] Furthermore, the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) not only function as a movement restriction mechanism 30, but also as a hair retention mechanism 31.

[0178] Here, in Figure 13 and Figure 14 In the middle, the hair retaining mechanism 31 has a friction reduction mechanism 33 that can reduce the friction generated between the hair H and the hair.

[0179] Specifically, the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) have a generally cylindrical main body (first main body 2121, second main body 2221) and a support portion 2125 that supports the main body (first main body 2121, second main body 2221) in a rotatable state on opposing surfaces (first opposing surface 2111, second opposing surface 2211). By doing so, the main body (first main body 2121, second main body 2221) functions as a rotating part 2124 and the rotating part 2124 contacts the hair H while rotating, thereby reducing the friction generated between the main body (first main body 2121, second main body 2221) and the hair H.

[0180] Thus, in Figure 13 and Figure 14 In the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown, the friction reduction mechanism 33 has a rotating part 2124 that can rotate while contacting the hair H.

[0181] This further reduces the impact of friction on hair during hair care. As a result, it can straighten or shape the hair, reducing hair damage while straightening or bending.

[0182] Additionally, the wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1 can also be set as follows: Figure 15 The structure shown.

[0183] Figure 15 This is a perspective view of the first nursing section 210 of the eighth variation of Embodiment 1, viewed from the first opposing surface 2111. Figure 15 The wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 shown has the same... Figure 13 and Figure 14 The structure of the wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1 shown is roughly the same as that of the one shown. Figure 13 and Figure 14 The difference in the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown is that the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) can slide along the second direction (Z direction).

[0184] By setting up such a wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1, it can also achieve the same effect as Figure 13 and Figure 14 The wind-style styling tool (hair care device) shown has roughly the same function and effect.

[0185] In addition, it can also play a role with Figures 9-12 The wind-style styling tool (hair care device) shown has roughly the same function and effect.

[0186] Additionally, the wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1 can also be set as follows: Figure 16 and Figure 17 The structure shown.

[0187] Figure 16 This is a perspective view of the first nursing section 210 of the 9th variation of Embodiment 1, viewed from the first opposing surface 2111. Figure 17 This diagram schematically illustrates the state of hair care H being performed using the hair care device 1 of the 9th variation of Embodiment 1. Figure 16 and Figure 17 The air-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown also has a care section 20 that can care for hair H and a fluid generating mechanism 40 that can generate air (wind: fluid) F and blow it onto the hair H.

[0188] Furthermore, in Figure 16 and Figure 17 In the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown, a fluid inflow space S1 is also formed between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211. When the hair H is arranged in a manner that extends along the second direction (Z direction), the fluid inflow space S1 can make the air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the blow-out port 45 flow toward one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction).

[0189] In addition, Figure 16 and Figure 17 The wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 shown also includes a movement limiting mechanism 30, which is used to limit the relative movement of the second care section 220 relative to the first care section 210, so that the relative distance W1 between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 (see reference) Figure 2 It will not be below the specified distance.

[0190] In addition, Figure 16 and Figure 17 The wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown also includes a hair holding mechanism 31, which can contact and hold the hair H disposed in the fluid inflow space S1. Moreover, at least one of the first care section 210 and the second care section 220 is formed with a protrusion (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) protruding along the first direction (Y direction).

[0191] Furthermore, the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) not only function as a movement restriction mechanism 30, but also as a hair retention mechanism 31.

[0192] Furthermore, in Figure 16 and Figure 17 In the middle, the hair retaining mechanism 31 also has a friction reduction mechanism 33 that can reduce the friction generated between the hair H and the hair.

[0193] Here, in Figure 16 and Figure 17 In this structure, protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) are formed in a tapering manner at their tips. When the hair H is held by the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222), the contact area between the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) and the hair H becomes smaller. By doing so, friction generated between the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) and the hair H can be reduced.

[0194] By doing so, the impact of friction on hair during hair care can be further reduced, and the curls and bends of hair can be straightened or styled into the desired shape while reducing damage to the hair.

[0195] Furthermore, materials with a relatively low coefficient of friction, such as titanium, can be used to form the contact portions of the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) that come into contact with the hair H, thereby enabling the hair retaining mechanism 31 to possess a friction reduction mechanism 33. Additionally, the relative distance W1 of the fluid flowing into the space S1 can be appropriately set (refer to...). Figure 2 When the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 are closest, the clamping force of the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) on the hair H is below a predetermined value, thereby enabling the hair holding mechanism 31 to have a friction reduction mechanism 33.

[0196] Alternatively, fluoropolymer resin can be used to form the contact portions of the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) that come into contact with the hair H, thereby enabling the hair retaining mechanism 31 to have a friction reduction mechanism 33. Such a structure can be obtained, for example, by coating the surfaces of the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) with fluoropolymer.

[0197] Additionally, the wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1 can also be set as follows: Figure 18 The structure shown.

[0198] Figure 18 This is a perspective view of the first nursing section 210 of the 10th variation of Embodiment 1 as viewed from the first opposing surface 2111. Figure 18 The air-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown also has a care section 20 that can care for hair H and a fluid generating mechanism 40 that can generate air (wind: fluid) F and blow it onto the hair H.

[0199] Furthermore, in Figure 18 In the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown, a fluid inflow space S1 is also formed between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 (for example, see reference). Figure 14When the hair H is configured to extend along the second direction (Z direction), the fluid inflow space S1 can cause the air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the blowout 45 to flow toward one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction).

[0200] In addition, Figure 18 The wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 shown also includes a movement limiting mechanism 30, which is used to limit the relative movement of the second care section 220 relative to the first care section 210, so that the relative distance W1 between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 (see reference) Figure 2 It will not be below the specified distance.

[0201] In addition, Figure 18 The wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown also includes a hair holding mechanism 31, which can contact and hold the hair H disposed in the fluid inflow space S1. Moreover, at least one of the first care section 210 and the second care section 220 is formed with a protrusion (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) protruding along the first direction (Y direction).

[0202] Furthermore, the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) not only function as a movement restriction mechanism 30, but also as a hair retention mechanism 31.

[0203] Here, in Figure 18 In the middle, the wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 also has a cooling mechanism 34, which is located on the other side (upper side) of the blow outlet 45 in the second direction (Z direction) and can cool the hair H.

[0204] Specifically, a first protrusion 212 is provided at the center of the first opposing surface 2111 in the second direction (Z direction), and a first air outlet 451 is formed on the side (lower side) of the first protrusion 212 in the second direction (Z direction). Furthermore, a first cooling air outlet 461 is formed on the other side (upper side) of the first protrusion 212 in the second direction (Z direction). By doing so, the air-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 is equipped with a cooling mechanism 34. In addition, in Figure 18 In this case, the first cooling air outlet 461 also has the same shape as the first air outlet 451.

[0205] Additionally, a second air outlet 452 and a second cooling air outlet with the same structure are also formed on the second nursing section 220 side.

[0206] Thus, in Figure 18In this embodiment, the fluid generating mechanism 40 includes a cooling air outlet 46, which has an elongated opening surface 46a in a third direction (X direction) intersecting the first direction (Y direction) and the second direction (Z direction). Furthermore, the cooling air outlet 46 includes a first cooling air outlet 461 and a second cooling air outlet. The first cooling air outlet 461 and the second cooling air outlet function as a cooling mechanism 34.

[0207] In this way, the cooling mechanism 34 can cool the hair H that has been treated by contacting the air (wind: fluid) F blown into the fluid inflow space S1, thus more reliably suppressing shape deformation of the hair H after it has been styled into the desired shape. As a result, the styling performance of the hair H can be further improved.

[0208] Additionally, the wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1 can also be set as follows: Figure 19 The structure shown.

[0209] Figure 19 This is a perspective view of the first nursing section 210 of the 11th variation of Embodiment 1 as viewed from the first opposing surface 2111. Figure 19 The wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 shown has the same... Figure 18 The structure of the wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1 shown is roughly the same as that of the one shown. Figure 18 The difference in the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown is that a first blowout 451 is formed on the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction) than the first protrusion 212. Furthermore, in Figure 19 In the middle, the second nursing section 220 side also has the same structure as the first nursing section 210.

[0210] By setting up such a wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1, it can also achieve the same effect as Figure 18 The wind-style styling tool (hair care device) shown has roughly the same function and effect.

[0211] Additionally, the wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1 can also be set as follows: Figure 20 The structure shown.

[0212] Figure 20 This is a perspective view of the first nursing section 210 of the 12th variation of Embodiment 1, viewed from the first opposing surface 2111. Figure 20 The wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 shown has the same... Figure 18 The structure of the wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1 shown is roughly the same as that of the one shown. Figure 18 The difference in the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown is that the first protrusion 212 functions as a cooling mechanism 34.

[0213] One method to enable the first protrusion 212 to function as a cooling mechanism 34 is to embed a Peltier element inside the first protrusion 212.

[0214] In addition, Figure 20 In the middle, the second nursing section 220 side also has the same structure as the first nursing section 210.

[0215] By setting up such a wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1, it can also achieve the same effect as Figure 18 The wind-style styling tool (hair care device) shown has roughly the same function and effect.

[0216] Additionally, the wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1 can also be set as follows: Figure 21 The structure shown.

[0217] Figure 21 This diagram schematically illustrates the state of hair care H being performed using the hair care device 1 of the 13th variation of Embodiment 1. Figure 21 The air-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown also has a care section 20 that can care for hair H and a fluid generating mechanism 40 that can generate air (wind: fluid) F and blow it onto the hair H.

[0218] Furthermore, in Figure 21 In the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown, a fluid inflow space S1 is also formed between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211. When the hair H is arranged in a manner that extends along the second direction (Z direction), the fluid inflow space S1 can make the air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the blow-out port 45 flow toward one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction).

[0219] In addition, Figure 21 The wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 shown also includes a movement limiting mechanism 30, which is used to limit the relative movement of the second care section 220 relative to the first care section 210, so that the relative distance W1 between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 (see reference) Figure 2 It will not be below the specified distance.

[0220] In addition, Figure 21The wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown also includes a hair holding mechanism 31, which can contact and hold the hair H disposed in the fluid inflow space S1. Moreover, at least one of the first care section 210 and the second care section 220 is formed with a protrusion (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) protruding along the first direction (Y direction).

[0221] Furthermore, the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) not only function as a movement restriction mechanism 30, but also as a hair retention mechanism 31.

[0222] Here, in Figure 21 In the middle, the wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 also has a static electricity suppression mechanism 35, which can suppress static electricity generated in the hair H.

[0223] Specifically, a negative ion generating device 351 is installed in the first care section 210, so that the negative ions generated by the negative ion generating device 351 come into contact with the hair H that is prone to carrying a positive charge during care, thereby neutralizing the charge.

[0224] In this way, the static electricity suppression mechanism 35 can be used to neutralize the charge carried by the hair H during grooming, thus more reliably suppressing the spread of hair H due to static electricity. As a result, the styling performance of the hair H can be further improved.

[0225] Additionally, the wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1 can also be set as follows: Figure 22 The structure shown.

[0226] Figure 22 This is a perspective view of the first nursing section 210 of the 14th variation of Embodiment 1, viewed from the first opposing surface 2111. Figure 22 The wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 shown has the same... Figure 21 The structure of the wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1 shown is roughly the same as that of the one shown. Figure 21 The difference in the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown is that the first protrusion 212 is formed of a conductive material and grounded by wiring H1.

[0227] In addition, Figure 22 In the middle, the second nursing section 220 side also has the same structure as the first nursing section 210.

[0228] Furthermore, by configuring the wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 in this way, the static electricity suppression mechanism 35 can remove the charge carried by the hair H during the care process. By doing so, the spread of static electricity in the hair H can be more reliably suppressed, and the styling performance of the hair H can be further improved.

[0229] Additionally, the wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1 can also be set as follows: Figure 23 The structure shown.

[0230] Figure 23 This is a perspective view of the first nursing section 210 of the 15th variation of Embodiment 1, viewed from the first opposing surface 2111. Figure 23 The air-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown also has a care section 20 that can care for hair H and a fluid generating mechanism 40 that can generate air (wind: fluid) F and blow it onto the hair H.

[0231] Furthermore, in Figure 23 In the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown, a fluid inflow space S1 is also formed between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 (see, for example, reference). Figure 21 When the hair H is configured to extend along the second direction (Z direction), the fluid inflow space S1 can cause the air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the blowout 45 to flow toward one side (lower side) and the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction).

[0232] In addition, Figure 23 The wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 shown also includes a movement limiting mechanism 30, which is used to limit the relative movement of the second care section 220 relative to the first care section 210, so that the relative distance W1 between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 (see reference) Figure 2 It will not be below the specified distance.

[0233] In addition, Figure 23 The wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown also includes a hair holding mechanism 31, which can contact and hold the hair H disposed in the fluid inflow space S1. Moreover, at least one of the first care section 210 and the second care section 220 is formed with a protrusion (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) protruding along the first direction (Y direction).

[0234] Furthermore, the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) not only function as a movement restriction mechanism 30, but also as a hair retention mechanism 31.

[0235] Here, in Figure 23 In the middle, the fluid generating mechanism 40 has an intake port 47 that can draw in air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the outlet 45.

[0236] Specifically, a first protrusion 212 is provided at the lower end of one side of the first opposing surface 2111 in the second direction (Z direction), and a first intake port 471 is formed on the other side (upper side) of the first protrusion 212 in the second direction (Z direction). Furthermore, a first outlet port 451 is formed on the other side (upper side) of the first intake port 471 in the second direction (Z direction). In addition, in Figure 23 In this case, the first inlet 471 is also formed in the same shape as the first outlet 451.

[0237] Additionally, a second blow-out port 452 and a second inhalation port with the same structure are also formed on the second nursing section 220 side.

[0238] Thus, in Figure 23 In this embodiment, the fluid generating mechanism 40 includes an intake port 47, which has an elongated opening surface 44a in a third direction (X direction) intersecting the first direction (Y direction) and the second direction (Z direction). Furthermore, the intake port 47 includes a first intake port 471 and a second intake port. Moreover, air (wind: fluid) F blown from the outlets 45 (the first outlet 451 and the second outlet 452) can be recovered from the intake ports 47 (the first intake port 471 and the second intake port) and reused.

[0239] In this way, if the warm air (wind: fluid) F blown from the outlet 45 can be reused, the air (wind: fluid) F can be heated with low power consumption. Furthermore, the airflow rate of the air (wind: fluid) F blown from the outlet 45 can be increased while maintaining the desired temperature. As a result, the styling performance of the hair H can be further improved.

[0240] In addition, by reusing the warm air (wind: fluid) F blown out from the outlet 45, the amount of air (wind: fluid) F blown out to the outside of the fluid inflow space S1 can be reduced, thus more reliably suppressing the situation where air (wind: fluid) F blows onto the face when using the wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1.

[0241] Additionally, the wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1 can also be set as follows: Figure 24 The structure shown.

[0242] Figure 24 This is a perspective view of the first nursing section 210 of the 16th variation of Embodiment 1, viewed from the first opposing surface 2111. Figure 24 The wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 shown has the same... Figure 23 The structure of the wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1 shown is roughly the same as that of the one shown. Figure 23The difference in the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown is that a first blow-out port 451 and a first inlet port 471 are provided on both sides of the first protrusion 212.

[0243] In addition, Figure 24 In the middle, the second nursing section 220 side also has the same structure as the first nursing section 210.

[0244] By setting up such a wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1, it can also achieve the same effect as Figure 23 The wind-style styling tool (hair care device) shown has roughly the same function and effect.

[0245] Additionally, the wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1 can also be set as follows: Figure 25 The structure shown.

[0246] Figure 25 This is a perspective view of the first nursing section 210 of the 17th variation of Embodiment 1, viewed from the first opposing surface 2111. Figure 25 The wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 shown has the same... Figure 7 The structure of the wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1 shown is roughly the same as that of the one shown. Figure 7 The difference in the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown is that a rib 2126, which serves as a hair introduction mechanism 36, is provided on the other side (upper side) of the second direction (Z direction) of the first opposing surface 2111. This rib 2126 brings the hair H close to the center of the fluid inflow space S1 in the first direction (Y direction), thereby making the introduction of the hair H into the hair holding mechanism 31 smooth.

[0247] In addition, Figure 25 In the middle, the second nursing section 220 side also has the same structure as the first nursing section 210.

[0248] By setting up such a wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1, it can also achieve the same effect as Figure 7 The wind-style styling tool (hair care device) shown has roughly the same function and effect.

[0249] Additionally, if set as Figure 25 The wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown can use ribs 2126 to bring hair H closer to the fluid inflow space S1 (see reference). Figure 7 The hair is positioned at the center of the first direction (Y direction), thus allowing the hair H to be more smoothly introduced into the hair holding mechanism 31. As a result, it becomes easier to introduce the hair H into the hair holding mechanism 31, making it easier to style the hair H.

[0250] Furthermore, a through hole can be formed in rib 2126, allowing air (wind: fluid) F directed towards the other side (upper side) in the second direction (Z direction) to be blown out through the through hole towards the outside of the fluid inflow space S1. This further reduces pressure loss when conveying air (wind: fluid) F, and lowers the static pressure of the fan. As a result, cost reduction or improved air delivery performance can be achieved.

[0251] In addition, Figure 25 In the example, it is shown that in Figure 7 The wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown has a structure with ribs 2126, but it is also possible to provide the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown in Embodiment 1 above and the modified examples shown in Embodiment 1 above. Figure 7 The wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 is set as the rib 2126 of the hair introduction mechanism 36.

[0252] Furthermore, the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown in Embodiment 1 and its variations can also include a hair condition diagnosis unit, which can diagnose the condition of the hair H of the user or other care recipient.

[0253] Such a hair condition diagnostic unit can be installed in at least one of the care unit 20 and the fluid generation mechanism 40. Here, the hair condition diagnosed by the hair condition diagnostic unit can include, for example, the degree of curl, curvature, diameter, length, color, and damage condition of the hair. Furthermore, these hair conditions can be diagnosed using sensors that detect at least one of moisture and oil, optical sensors, or image analysis obtained from a camera.

[0254] Furthermore, the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown in Embodiment 1 and its variations may also include a control unit (fluid control unit) that controls the state of the fluid blown out by the fluid generating mechanism 40. This control unit controls the fluid's airflow speed, temperature, and other fluid states based on the hair state diagnosed by the hair state diagnosis unit. By doing so, for example, the control unit (fluid control unit) can control the fluid state based on the hair damage state diagnosed by the hair state diagnosis unit, thereby slightly lowering the fluid temperature (controlling the fluid temperature).

[0255] Furthermore, when diagnosing hair condition and adjusting fluid based on the diagnostic results, pre-registered matrix information or AI technology can be used.

[0256] In addition, the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown in Embodiment 1 and its variations can also include a human detection unit, which can identify the user using the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1.

[0257] Such a human detection unit can be installed in at least one of the care unit 20 and the fluid generation mechanism 40. The human detection (user identification) performed by this unit can be based on the diagnostic results of the hair condition diagnostic unit described above, or using an image of the user obtained by a camera, fingerprint authentication, etc. Alternatively, users of the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 can be pre-registered, and a button for identifying the user can be provided on the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1, allowing the user to input their identity for human detection (user identification).

[0258] Furthermore, the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 shown in Embodiment 1 and its variations may also include a control unit (fluid control unit) that controls the state of the fluid blown out by the fluid generating mechanism 40. This control unit controls the fluid's wind speed, temperature, and other fluid states in accordance with the user determined by the human detection unit. In addition, when adjusting the fluid, pre-registered matrix information or AI technology can be used.

[0259] At this time, the control unit (fluid control unit) can also have a user optimal motion adjustment unit, which can adjust to the optimal motion that matches the user determined by the human detection unit. Furthermore, when adjusting to the optimal motion using the user optimal motion adjustment unit, AI technology can also be used for optimal motion control.

[0260] (Implementation Method 2)

[0261] Next, refer to Figures 26-29 An example of the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 of Embodiment 2 will be described. Figure 26 This is a side view schematically showing an example of the hair care device 1 of Embodiment 2. Figure 27 This is a schematic diagram illustrating an example of the spray device included in the hair care device 1 of Embodiment 2. Figure 28 This is a schematic diagram illustrating an example of the charged fine particle generating device included in the hair care device 1 of Embodiment 2. Figure 29 This is a schematic diagram illustrating an example of the fine particle emission device 90 provided in the hair care device 1 of Embodiment 2.

[0262] The wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 of this embodiment has a structure that is substantially the same as that of the wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 shown in Embodiment 1 above.

[0263] That is, the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 of this embodiment has a care section 20 that can care for hair H and a fluid generating mechanism 40 that can blow air (wind: fluid) F to hair H.

[0264] Furthermore, the nursing unit 20 includes a first nursing unit 210 and a second nursing unit 220, the second nursing unit 220 having a second opposing surface 2211 opposite to the first opposing surface 2111 of the first nursing unit 210 in the first direction (Y direction). A fluid inflow space S1 is formed between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 (see reference). Figure 2 The fluid inflow space S1 can perform hair care in a state where the hair H is configured to extend along a second direction (Z direction) that intersects the first direction (Y direction).

[0265] Additionally, the fluid generating mechanism 40 includes a blowout 45, which has an elongated opening surface 45a in a third direction (X direction) intersecting the first direction (Y direction) and the second direction (Z direction) (see reference). Figure 3 ).

[0266] Furthermore, the wind-type styling tool (hair care device) 1 includes a movement limiting mechanism for restricting the relative movement of the second care section 220 relative to the first care section 210, so that the relative distance W1 between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 (see reference) Figure 2 It will not be below the specified distance.

[0267] The structure of the movement restriction mechanism can be configured as shown in Embodiment 1 and its variations.

[0268] By doing so, it is possible to achieve roughly the same function and effect as the above-described implementation method 1.

[0269] In this embodiment, the air-cooled styling device (hair care device) 1 includes a component dispensing device 60 capable of blowing components that act on the hair H into the hair H. Here, the components that act on the hair H refer to so-called beauty components that can effectively affect at least the hair quality of the user. Examples of such components include pharmaceuticals, organic substances, negative ions, fine metal particles, or charged fine water particles.

[0270] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the ingredient dispensing device 60 includes an ingredient dispensing device 70 capable of blowing the beauty ingredient toward the hair H. By doing so, the hair H can be curled, bent, and stretched while simultaneously achieving the hair-beautifying effect brought about by the beauty ingredient.

[0271] As cosmetic ingredients, examples include those containing components that have beautifying effects on hair, such as moisturizing ingredients (humectants), repairing ingredients (repairing agents), coating ingredients (coating agents), coloring ingredients (coloring agents), hair dyeing ingredients (hair dyes), or conditioning ingredients (conditioning agents). Additionally, examples of cosmetic ingredients include proteins such as collagen, elastin, and keratin; various peptides; amino acids such as lysine, phenylalanine, alanine, arginine, serine, cysteine, glycine, and proline; ceramides; organic acids such as succinic acid, maleic acid, fumaric acid, lactic acid, malic acid, tartaric acid, and citric acid; proteoglycans; various vitamins; metals such as mica, titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, iron oxide, silicon, platinum, gold, silver, and zinc; and lysozyme and protein. Enzymes such as papain; nucleic acids such as deoxyribonucleic acid and ribonucleic acid; antioxidants such as astaxanthin, lutein, and catechins; hormones such as isoflavones, dutasteride, and finasteride; lipids such as lauric acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, sphingolipids, behenol, stearyl alcohol, cholesterol, and hydrogenated lecithin; sugars such as trehalose, dextran, dextrin, budding stalk polysaccharide, cyclodextrin, and maltitol; polysaccharides such as chondroitin sulfate, chitosan, and chitin; urea; glycyrrhizic acid; and dipotassium glycyrrhizate.

[0272] Furthermore, the cosmetic ingredients can be in the form of solidified or semi-solidified forms, or they can be solutions obtained by dissolving in solvents such as water or alcohol. Additionally, cosmetic ingredients can contain multiple components.

[0273] The beauty ingredient dispensing device 70 can be configured to include, for example, a first electrostatic atomizing device (ingredient atomizing section) 71, which is an example of a drug spraying device, and the active ingredient is a drug or an organic substance; a beauty ingredient dispensing outlet 73, which can dispense the beauty ingredient toward the hair H; and a beauty ingredient passage 72, which is used to guide the beauty ingredient generated by the first electrostatic atomizing device 71 toward the beauty ingredient dispensing outlet 73.

[0274] Here, the first electrostatic atomizing device 71 can be configured to include a discharge section 711, which has a mist atomizer (discharge electrode: first electrode) 7111 and a GND electrode (opposite electrode: second electrode) 7112. Furthermore, the first electrostatic atomizing device 71 can be configured to include a canister (cosmetic ingredient holding section) 712, a pump 713, a high-voltage circuit 714, and a pump drive circuit 715. Here, the mist atomizer 7111 is configured to hold a liquid, such as a pharmaceutical agent or organic substance, and functions as the discharge section 711. The canister 712 contains an aqueous solution containing, for example, a polymer, such as a pharmaceutical agent or organic substance. The pump 713 is provided in a pipe connecting the canister 712 and the mist atomizer 7111, and delivers the polymer aqueous solution contained in the canister 712 to the mist atomizer 7111. The high-voltage circuit 714 applies a high voltage (HV) to the mist atomizer 7111. The pump drive circuit 715 controls the drive of the pump 713.

[0275] Furthermore, when a high voltage is applied between the atomizer 7111 and the GND electrode 7112, corona discharge or the like is generated, and a drug mist containing polymers is produced through this discharge. In addition, the drug spraying device that makes the active ingredient a drug or organic matter is not limited to an electrostatic atomizing device like the first electrostatic atomizing device 71, but can also be an ultrasonic atomizing device, a centrifugal pump, a heater, etc.

[0276] If such a beauty ingredient dispensing device 70 is provided, the beauty ingredient atomized by the first electrostatic atomizing device 71 can pass through the beauty ingredient passage 72 and be blown to the hair H from the beauty ingredient dispensing outlet 73 provided in the care section 20 (second care section 220).

[0277] At this point, at least one of a hair condition diagnostic unit and a human detection unit can be installed in the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1. Based on the diagnostic results of the hair condition diagnostic unit and the detection results of the human detection unit, the amount and type of beauty ingredients can be adjusted, and their mixing ratios can be adjusted in various situations. Furthermore, the hair condition diagnostic unit and the human detection unit can be installed in at least one of the care unit 20 and the fluid generation mechanism 40. Additionally, when selecting the beauty ingredients used and adjusting at least one of the beauty ingredients, pre-registered matrix information or AI technology can be used.

[0278] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the component dispensing device 60 includes a charged fine particle dispensing device 80 capable of blowing charged fine particles onto the hair H. By doing so, the hair H can be curled, bent, and stretched while simultaneously achieving a hair-styling effect from the charged fine particles.

[0279] The charged fine particle emission device 80 can be configured to include, for example, a second electrostatic atomizing device (component atomizing section) 81, which is an example of a component generating device, and the component that functions is charged fine water particles; a charged fine particle emission outlet 83, which can emit charged fine water particles to hair H; and a charged fine particle passage 82, which is used to guide the charged fine water particles generated by the second electrostatic atomizing device 81 to the charged fine water particle emission outlet 83.

[0280] Here, the second electrostatic atomizing device 81 can be configured to include a discharge section 811, which has a discharge electrode (first electrode) 8111 and a GND electrode (opposite electrode: second electrode) 8112. Furthermore, the second electrostatic atomizing device 81 can be configured to include a high-voltage circuit 812 and a Peltier element 813 as a condensation section. When a high voltage is applied between the discharge electrode 8111 and the GND electrode 8112, corona discharge or the like is generated, and charged fine water particles based on moisture in the air are generated through this discharge action.

[0281] If such a charged fine particle emission device 80 is provided, the charged fine particle water atomized by the second electrostatic atomizing device 81 can pass through the charged fine particle passage 82 and be blown towards the hair H from the charged fine particle emission outlet 83 provided in the care section 20 (second care section 220). In this way, charged fine particle water can be blown towards the hair H at the same time as air (wind: fluid) F is blown, and the hair-beautifying effect of charged fine particle water (moisturizing, shine enhancement, and improved neatness, etc.) can be obtained.

[0282] At this point, at least one of a hair condition diagnostic unit and a human detection unit can be installed in the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1, allowing adjustment of the amount of charged fine particles based on at least one of the diagnostic results from the hair condition diagnostic unit and the detection results from the human detection unit. Furthermore, the hair condition diagnostic unit and the human detection unit can be installed in at least one of the care unit 20 and the fluid generation mechanism 40. Additionally, when adjusting the amount of charged fine particles, pre-registered matrix information or AI technology can be used.

[0283] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the component dispensing device 60 includes a fine particle dispensing device 90 capable of blowing fine metal particles onto the hair H. By doing so, the hair H can be curled, bent, and stretched while simultaneously achieving a hair-styling effect from the fine metal particles.

[0284] The fine particle emission device 90 can be configured to include, for example, a third electrostatic atomizing device (component atomizing section) 91, which is an example of a component generating device, and the component that functions is metal fine particles; a fine particle emission outlet 94, which can emit metal fine particles toward the hair H; and a fine particle passage 93, which is used to guide the metal fine particles generated by the third electrostatic atomizing device 91 toward the fine particle emission outlet 94.

[0285] Here, the third electrostatic atomizing device 91 can be configured to include a discharge section 911, which has a discharge electrode (first electrode) 9111 containing metal and a GND electrode (opposite electrode: second electrode) 9112. Furthermore, the third electrostatic atomizing device 91 can be configured to include a high-voltage circuit 912. When a high voltage is applied between the discharge electrode 9111 and the GND electrode 9112, corona discharge or the like is generated, and fine metal particles are produced through this discharge action.

[0286] In addition, the metal is composed of at least one of the following: iron, zinc, copper, manganese, selenium, cobalt, chromium, iodine, nickel, fluorine, vanadium, tin, silicon, titanium, molybdenum, strontium, germanium, gold, nickel, platinum, rhodium, palladium, iridium, ruthenium, and osmium.

[0287] Furthermore, by providing such a fine particle emission device 90, the fine metal particles generated by the third electrostatic atomizing device 91 can pass through the fine particle passage 93 and be blown towards the hair H from the fine particle emission outlet 94 provided in the care section 20 (second care section 220). In this way, while blowing air (wind: fluid) F towards the hair H, fine metal particles can be blown, thus achieving a hair care effect with fine metal particles.

[0288] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the fine particle emission device 90 is configured to blow ions into the hair H.

[0289] Specifically, the fine particle emission device 90 includes a fourth electrostatic atomizing device (component atomizing unit) 92, which is an example of a component generating device, and whose active component is negative ions (ions).

[0290] Furthermore, the fourth electrostatic atomizing device 92 includes a discharge section 921 and a high-voltage circuit 922. The discharge section 921 has a discharge electrode (first electrode) 9211 with a needle-shaped tip and a GND electrode (opposite electrode: second electrode) 9212 with a downward-facing arc shape in the center. By doing so, when a high voltage is applied between the discharge electrode 9111 and the GND electrode 9112, corona discharge or the like is generated, and negative ions (ions) are generated through this discharge action.

[0291] In this embodiment, negative ions (ions) generated by the fourth electrostatic atomizing device 92 are blown from the fine particle outlet 94 onto the hair H. By doing so, the hair H can be curled, bent, and stretched while simultaneously achieving a hair-beautifying effect from at least one of the metal fine particles and negative ions (ions).

[0292] In this case, the fourth electrostatic atomizing device 92 can also be configured such that it is positioned downstream of the conveying unit 42, and the fluid containing negative ions (ions) generated by the fourth electrostatic atomizing device 92 is passed through the fine particle discharge section (discharge section 911) by driving the conveying unit 42. In this way, negative ions with fine particles as nuclei are generated, and these negative ions with fine particles as nuclei can be blown from the fine particle discharge outlet 94 to the hair H.

[0293] At this point, at least one of a hair condition diagnostic unit and a human detection unit can be installed in the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1, allowing adjustment of the amount of fine metal particles, etc., based on at least one of the diagnostic results from the hair condition diagnostic unit and the detection results from the human detection unit. Furthermore, the hair condition diagnostic unit and the human detection unit can be installed in at least one of the care unit 20 and the fluid generation mechanism 40. Additionally, when adjusting the amount of fine metal particles, etc., pre-registered matrix information or AI technology can be used.

[0294] Furthermore, the charged fine particle path 82 and the fine particle path 93, as well as the charged fine particle discharge outlet 83 and the fine particle discharge outlet 94, can each be configured as a shared path.

[0295] In addition, for beauty ingredients, a passage connected to the blow-out port 45 can be provided, configured to blow the beauty ingredients out together with air (fluid) from the blow-out port 45.

[0296] As explained above, when a component dispensing device 60 is provided that can blow components acting on hair H into hair H, it can be configured to atomize the components using any one or more of voltage, heater, and ultrasound. In addition, the fluid dispensing section (blowing outlet) can also have an additional dispensing section capable of dispensing any one or more of charged fine water particles, metallic fine water particles, and negative ions.

[0297] Furthermore, when using multiple ingredients as the active ingredient for hair growth, a component selection section can be set up where the types of each ingredient can be selected individually. In this case, AI technology can be used to select the optimal ingredient in the component selection section.

[0298] Furthermore, when a hair condition diagnostic unit is provided, a cosmetic ingredient atomization control unit can also be provided. This cosmetic ingredient atomization control unit uses the hair condition data (H) obtained from the hair condition diagnostic unit to control the atomization amount of the appropriate ingredient corresponding to the hair condition data.

[0299] Furthermore, when there is an ingredient selection unit and a hair condition diagnosis unit, the ingredient selection unit can also select the type of ingredient based on the hair condition data of hair H obtained from the hair condition diagnosis unit, while considering the effect when applied to hair H.

[0300] (Implementation Method 3)

[0301] Next, refer to Figure 30 An example of the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 of Embodiment 3 will be described. Figure 30 This is a side view schematically showing an example of the hair care device 1 of Embodiment 3.

[0302] The wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 of this embodiment includes a care section 20 capable of caring for hair H. In this embodiment, the care section 20 is continuously provided with a handle (grip) 10 that can be held by hand by a user or the like. The handle 10 is formed into a rod shape that is slender in the third direction (X direction) and has a hollow portion inside.

[0303] In addition, in this embodiment, the nursing unit 20 includes a first nursing unit 210 having a first opposing surface (first nursing surface) 2111 and a second nursing unit 220 having a second opposing surface (second nursing surface) 2211 opposite to the first opposing surface 2111 in the first direction (Y direction).

[0304] Thus, in this embodiment, the nursing unit 20 has a set of nursing units (first nursing unit 210 and second nursing unit 220: multiple nursing units) facing each other in the first direction (Y direction).

[0305] Furthermore, the first nursing section 210 and the second nursing section 220 are each connected to the gripping section 10. Specifically, the first nursing section 210 is connected to one end of the gripping section 10 in the third direction (X direction) via the first connecting section 214, and the second nursing section 220 is connected to one end of the gripping section 10 in the third direction (X direction) via the second connecting section 224. Thus, in this embodiment, the first nursing section 210 and the second nursing section 220 are continuously provided with the gripping section 10 in a state where they are divided into two branches in the first direction (Y direction) from one end of the gripping section extending along the third direction (X direction).

[0306] Furthermore, the first nursing unit 210 includes a first housing 211 that forms the outline of the first nursing unit 210, and the side of the first housing 211 opposite to the second nursing unit 220 is called the first opposing surface 2111. Similarly, the second nursing unit 220 includes a second housing 221 that forms the outline of the second nursing unit 220, and the side of the second housing 221 opposite to the first nursing unit 210 is called the second opposing surface 2211.

[0307] Furthermore, in this embodiment, a space is formed between the first opposing surface 2111 of the first care section 210 and the second opposing surface 2211 of the second care section 220, which extends through in the second direction (Z direction) and opens to one side in the third direction (X direction). In this embodiment, this space becomes a fluid inflow space S1 for performing hair care H.

[0308] Furthermore, hair H can be cared for when it is arranged in the fluid inflow space S1 with the hair extending in the second direction (Z direction) intersecting the first direction (Y direction). Thus, during normal care of the hair H, the hair H is arranged in the fluid inflow space S1 with the hair extending in the second direction (Z direction).

[0309] In addition, in this embodiment, hollow portions are also formed inside the first nursing portion 210 and the second nursing portion 220, and each hollow portion is configured to communicate with the hollow portion of the holding portion 10.

[0310] In this embodiment, air (air: fluid) can be blown into the hair H disposed in the fluid inflow space S1 using the hollow portion formed in the air-type styling device 1, and the hair H can be styled using the air (air: fluid) blown into the hair H. Specifically, a fluid generating mechanism 40 capable of blowing air (air: fluid) into the hair H is disposed in the air-type styling device 1, and the hair H can be styled (carefully groomed) by blowing air (air: fluid) from the blowout 45 provided by the fluid generating mechanism 40 into the hair H.

[0311] The fluid generating mechanism 40 includes: an intake port 41 for drawing in external air (external air: fluid) into the air-type molding machine 1; and a delivery unit 42 disposed downstream of the intake port 41 for delivering the air (fluid) drawn in from the intake port 41 downstream. Additionally, the fluid generating mechanism 40 includes a fluid temperature adjustment unit 43 disposed downstream of the delivery unit 42 for adjusting the temperature of the air (fluid) delivered from the delivery unit 42 to the outlet 45 (downstream side) (controlled by heating or cooling). Furthermore, the fluid generating mechanism 40 includes an outlet 45 and a flow path 44 for delivering the air (fluid: warm air or cold air) whose temperature has been adjusted by the fluid temperature adjustment unit 43 to the outlet 45.

[0312] Additionally, the fluid generating mechanism 40 includes a blowout 45, which has an elongated opening surface 45a in a third direction (X direction) intersecting the first direction (Y direction) and the second direction (Z direction) (see reference). Figure 3 ).

[0313] Furthermore, the wind-style styling tool (hair care device) 1 is equipped with a movement restriction mechanism 30, which is used to restrict the relative movement of the second care section 220 relative to the first care section 210, so that the relative distance W1 between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 does not fall below a predetermined distance.

[0314] The structure of the movement restriction mechanism 30 can be configured as shown in Embodiment 1 and its variations.

[0315] By doing so, it is possible to achieve roughly the same function and effect as the above-described implementation method 1.

[0316] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1 may also have a hair condition diagnosis unit that can diagnose the condition of the hair H of the user or other care recipient, and a person detection unit that can identify the user using the wind-type styling device (hair care device) 1.

[0317] (Postscript)

[0318] Based on the description of the above embodiments, the following technology is disclosed.

[0319] (Technology 1) A hair care device comprising: a care section capable of caring for hair; and a fluid generating mechanism capable of generating fluid and blowing it onto the hair, the care section comprising: a first care section; and a second care section having a second opposing surface opposite to a first opposing surface of the first care section in a first direction, the fluid generating mechanism having a blowout outlet formed on at least one of the first opposing surface and the second opposing surface, a fluid inflow space being formed between the first opposing surface and the second opposing surface, the fluid inflow space being capable of allowing fluid blown from the blowout outlet to flow toward one side and the other side of the second direction when the hair is arranged in a manner extending in a second direction intersecting the first direction.

[0320] Thus, if a fluid inflow space is ensured between the first and second opposing surfaces to allow fluid blown from the outlet to flow in, then when hair is arranged in the fluid inflow space, a gap (space for fluid flow) can be ensured between at least one of the first opposing surface and the hair and between the second opposing surface and the hair, allowing the fluid blown from the outlet to flow more reliably toward one side and the other side in the second direction.

[0321] Furthermore, if the fluid blown from the nozzle into the fluid inflow space flows in the direction of the second direction to one side and the other side while the hair is arranged in the fluid inflow space, the fluid blown from the nozzle can contact the hair from the root to the tip (hair tip), and the fluid blown from the nozzle can contact the hair more evenly.

[0322] In this way, if at least one of the fluid and heat can act on a larger area of ​​the hair, it is easier and more reliable to shape the hair into the desired shape. As a result, the styling performance of the hair can be further improved. In particular, if the fluid blown from the nozzle into the fluid inflow space flows in the second direction to one side and the other side, the pulling force of the fluid in the second direction acts on the hair, thus further improving the straightness of the styled hair.

[0323] Furthermore, if a passageway for conveying fluid to one side and the other side in the second direction is formed within the fluid inflow space, the pressure loss during fluid delivery can be further reduced. As a result, the static pressure of the fan can be reduced, leading to cost reduction or improved air delivery performance.

[0324] Furthermore, if the fluid blown from the nozzle can flow in both directions in the second direction, then even when the hair care device is rotated 180 degrees, the direction of fluid flow is not limited to one direction. Therefore, it can achieve approximately the same care effect as when the hair care device is not rotated. As a result, when using the hair care device, it is not necessary to limit the orientation of the hair care device to one direction, further improving the ease of use of the hair care device.

[0325] (Technology 2) The hair care device according to Technology 1, wherein at least one of the first care portion and the second care portion has a protrusion that protrudes along the first direction and is capable of distributing fluid blown from the outlet to one side and the other side of the second direction.

[0326] By incorporating a protrusion that distributes the fluid blown from the nozzle, the fluid can be more reliably directed to flow in both directions in the second direction. As a result, hair can be styled into the desired shape more easily and reliably, further improving hair styling performance.

[0327] Furthermore, by utilizing the protrusion that distributes the fluid blown out from the nozzle, a space for fluid flow (fluid inflow space) can be ensured between the first and second opposing surfaces. In this way, the structure of the hair care device can be simplified while preventing the fluid inflow space from being blocked, and the fluid blown out from the nozzle can be made to flow more reliably towards one side and the other side in the second direction.

[0328] At this point, if the protrusion is designed to distribute the fluid blown from the nozzle to one side and the other side in any balance, it will be easier to style the hair.

[0329] (Technology 3) The hair care device according to Technology 1 or Technology 2, wherein the hair care device further comprises a hair holding mechanism capable of contacting hair disposed in the fluid inflow space to hold the hair.

[0330] In this way, when using the hair care device to care for hair, the fluid flowing towards the second direction on one side and the other side can come into contact with the hair held in place by the hair holding mechanism. As a result, it is easier and more reliable to shape the hair into the desired shape, further improving the styling performance of the hair.

[0331] In particular, by applying appropriate tension to the hair in the second direction using a hair retention mechanism, the straightness of the treated hair can be further improved.

[0332] Furthermore, if the hair holding mechanism contacts the hair from both sides in the first direction, the hair can be spread out (dispersed) in a direction intersecting the first and second directions, thus allowing the fluid to contact each individual hair. As a result, the hair styling performance can be further improved.

[0333] (Technology 4) The hair care device according to Technology 2 or Technology 3, wherein the protrusion comprises: a main body portion that protrudes along the first direction; and a flow path formed in the main body portion that allows fluid blown from the outlet to be introduced and blown toward one side and the other side of the second direction.

[0334] In this way, even if the blow-out port is provided at the root side of the protrusion in a manner that is blocked by the main body, the fluid blown out from the blow-out port into the fluid inflow space can be blown out to one side and the other side in the second direction.

[0335] Furthermore, even with only one protrusion, it is possible to more reliably blow fluid toward one side and the other side in the second direction.

[0336] Furthermore, by applying appropriate tension to the hair in a second direction by making the protrusion function as a hair holding mechanism, the tension can be applied to the hair using the main body heated by the fluid introduced into the flow path. In this way, if hair care is performed using not only the fluid but also the heat from the protrusion that applies tension to the hair, it is easier and more reliable to shape the hair into the desired shape, thereby further improving the styling performance of the hair.

[0337] (Technology 5) A hair care device according to any one of Technologies 2 to 4, wherein the hair care device further comprises a position changing mechanism capable of changing the position of the protrusion in the second direction.

[0338] In this way, by changing the position of the protrusion, various types of care can be provided.

[0339] For example, when the protrusion is positioned in the center, hair care can be performed while the fluid blown from the outlet into the fluid inflow space is blown out in a balanced manner towards one side and the other side in the second direction.

[0340] Furthermore, when the protrusion is positioned on one side of the second direction, it is possible to suppress the flow of fluid to one side of the second direction and increase the flow of fluid to the other side of the second direction.

[0341] Furthermore, by positioning the protrusion on the other side of the second direction, it is possible to increase the flow of fluid to one side of the second direction and suppress the flow of fluid to the other side of the second direction.

[0342] In this way, if the position of the protrusion can be changed, users can easily change the flow pattern of fluid to one side and the other side in the second direction simply by setting the position of the protrusion appropriately to match the care content.

[0343] For example, when used with the protrusion positioned on one side in the second direction, the flow of fluid to the face can be prevented when curling the hair, further improving the usability of the hair care device. Furthermore, when used with the protrusion positioned on one side in the second direction, the flow of fluid to the other side in the second direction increases, thus allowing sufficient heat to be applied to the hair.

[0344] (Technology 6) A hair care device according to any one of Technologies 3 to 5, wherein the hair retaining mechanism has a friction reduction mechanism capable of reducing friction generated between the hair and the hair.

[0345] This further reduces the impact of friction on hair during hair care. As a result, it can straighten or shape hair that is curly or wavy, while reducing hair damage.

[0346] (Technology 7) The hair care device according to Technology 6, wherein the friction reduction mechanism has a rotating part capable of rotating and contacting the hair.

[0347] This allows for a more reliable reduction of the impact of friction on hair during hair care.

[0348] (Technology 8) A hair care device according to any one of Technologies 1 to 7, wherein the hair care device further comprises a cooling mechanism disposed on the other side of the second direction than the blow-out outlet, which is capable of cooling the hair.

[0349] This allows the cooling mechanism to cool the hair after it has been treated by contact with the fluid blown into the fluid inflow space, thus more reliably suppressing shape deformation of the hair after it has been styled into the desired shape. As a result, the styling performance of the hair can be further improved.

[0350] (Technology 9) A hair care device according to any one of Technologies 1 to 8, wherein the hair care device further comprises a static electricity suppression mechanism capable of suppressing static electricity generated in the hair.

[0351] This allows the static electricity suppression mechanism to remove or neutralize the electrical charge carried by the hair during grooming, thus more reliably preventing the spread of static electricity. As a result, the styling performance of the hair can be further improved.

[0352] (Technology 10) A hair care device according to any one of Technologies 1 to 9, wherein the fluid generating mechanism has an inlet capable of drawing in fluid blown from the outlet.

[0353] This allows for the reuse of the warm fluid blown from the outlet, thus enabling fluid heating with low power consumption. Furthermore, it allows for increasing the airflow rate of the fluid blown from the outlet while maintaining the desired temperature. As a result, hair styling performance can be further improved.

[0354] In addition, by reusing the warm fluid blown out from the nozzle, the amount of fluid blown out into the fluid flow space can be reduced, thus more reliably preventing fluid from blowing onto the face when using the hair care device.

[0355] (Technology 11) A hair care device according to any one of Technologies 1 to 10, wherein the hair care device further comprises an ingredient dispensing device capable of blowing an ingredient acting on the hair onto the hair.

[0356] In this way, you can achieve a beautiful hair effect while making the hair curl, bend, and stretch.

[0357] (Technology 12) The hair care device according to Technology 11, wherein the ingredient dispensing device includes a beauty ingredient dispensing device capable of blowing beauty ingredients into the hair.

[0358] In this way, while making the hair curl, bend, and stretch, you can also get the hair-beautifying effect brought by the cosmetic ingredients.

[0359] (Technology 13) The hair care device according to Technology 11 or Technology 12, wherein the ingredient dispensing device includes a charged fine particle dispensing device capable of blowing charged fine particles onto the hair.

[0360] In this way, while making the hair curl, bend, and stretch, you can also get the hair-beautifying effect brought by the charged fine particles.

[0361] (Technology 14) A hair care device according to any one of Technologies 11 to 13, wherein the ingredient dispensing device includes a fine particle dispensing device capable of blowing fine metal particles into the hair.

[0362] In this way, the hair can be curled, bent, and stretched while also achieving the hair-beautifying effect brought by the fine metal particles.

[0363] (Technology 15) The hair care device according to Technology 14, wherein the fine particle emission device is configured to blow ions into the hair.

[0364] In this way, while making the hair curl, bend, and stretch, it also achieves the hair-beautifying effect brought about by at least one of the metal particles and ions.

[0365] [other]

[0366] The above describes the contents of the hair care device disclosed herein, but it is not limited to these descriptions. Various modifications and improvements can be made, which will be apparent to those skilled in the art.

[0367] For example, this disclosure can be applied to embodiments obtained by modifying, replacing, adding, or omitting the structures shown in the above embodiments and their variations. Furthermore, new embodiments can be created by combining the constituent elements described in the above embodiments and their variations.

[0368] Furthermore, for example, in the above embodiments and their modifications, a structure is illustrated that blows air (wind) onto the hair H, but it can also be configured as a hair care device that blows liquids (fluids) such as water onto the hair H. In this way, when caring for the hair, the water blown out from the nozzle is applied to the hair, which can lower the glass transition temperature of the hair and make the hair stretch more efficiently. In addition, when blowing liquids (fluids) such as water onto the hair H, a water holding section, a water flow path, and a water discharge section (nozzle) can be provided in the hair care device. In addition, a heating source for heating the water (liquid: fluid) can be provided, and the water can be heated by the heating source before being blown out from the nozzle, so that steam-like water is released from the water discharge section.

[0369] Additionally, it is possible to blow water (liquid: fluid) F onto the hair simultaneously. In this way, the glass transition temperature of the hair can be lowered by water, while the force of air (wind: fluid) F acts in the second direction, making the hair easier to stretch and enabling more efficient hair stretching.

[0370] Alternatively, the hair care device can be structured to irradiate electromagnetic waves onto the hair from the treatment section. For example, an electromagnetic wave irradiation section can be installed in the treatment section to irradiate electromagnetic waves onto the hair. In this way, the energy of the electromagnetic waves can be used to heat the hair, thereby further improving the effect of curling, bending, stretching, or shaping the hair into the desired shape.

[0371] Furthermore, when the hair care device is structured to irradiate electromagnetic waves from the treatment area onto the hair, it is preferable to configure it to irradiate 2.45 GHz microwaves from the treatment area onto the hair. This causes the water molecules inside the hair to vibrate, allowing for uniform heating of the hair from the inside. With such a structure, it is preferable to include a magnetron, electronic circuitry, and other components that generate microwaves.

[0372] Alternatively, the hair can be heated by irradiating it with infrared rays ranging from 750 nm to 0.1 mm from the treated area. In such a configuration, a halogen heater, a quartz tube heater, or the like is preferably used for irradiating the infrared rays. Furthermore, at least one of microwave and light irradiation, along with fluid-based heating, can be used, or microwaves or light can be used to heat the hair.

[0373] Furthermore, when the care unit 20 is equipped with multiple air outlets 45, a cover can be provided to close the opening of the air outlet 45 in an openable and closable manner. Moreover, the cover can be selectively opened and closed according to the purpose of the care, allowing for care to achieve the desired hair shape. Furthermore, the opening and closing of the cover can be performed manually or automatically. In the case of automatic cover opening and closing, a sensor can be provided, for example, to sense the care direction (Z-direction), thereby automatically implementing the opening and closing of the cover of each air outlet.

[0374] In addition, the opening surface 45a of the blow-out port 45 can also be divided into multiple openings by a partition wall extending in the width direction.

[0375] Furthermore, in the above embodiments and their variations, the hair care device 1 is illustrated with a structure including a movement limiting mechanism 30, which limits the relative movement of the second care section 220 relative to the first care section 210, so that the relative distance W1 between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 does not fall below a predetermined distance. However, the structure of the hair care device is not limited to this structure, and various structures are possible.

[0376] For example, a hair care device without the movement restriction mechanism 30 can be provided. In this case, the user can freely change the width W1 between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211, and select the state most suitable for hair care. For example, if the hair care device is used with the user's fingers inserted between their two arms and fluid flow space is ensured between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211, it can achieve approximately the same effect as the hair care device shown in the above embodiments and their variations.

[0377] Alternatively, a hair care device may be configured such that the relative positions between the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 are fixed (preventing the first opposing surface 2111 and the second opposing surface 2211 from moving relative to each other).

[0378] Furthermore, the fluid generating mechanism 40 may also include a fluid control unit capable of controlling the direction of the blown fluid, allowing the fluid to be blown towards at least one of the movement restricting mechanism 30 and the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222). Thus, by controlling the fluid control unit to blow fluid towards at least one of the movement restricting mechanism 30 and the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222), the heat from the movement restricting mechanism 30 and the protrusions (first protrusion 212, second protrusion 222) heated by the fluid can be used for hair care. As a result, it is easier and more reliable to shape the hair into the desired shape, further improving hair styling performance.

[0379] Furthermore, the fluid generating mechanism can also be equipped with an imaging device capable of capturing images of the hair styling reflected in the mirror. The fluid control unit can also control at least one of the fluid blowing direction and the fluid blowing method based on the hair styling data captured and processed by the imaging device. This makes hair styling operations easier.

[0380] Alternatively, the hair care device can be configured such that the fluid control unit has learning capabilities using deep learning, AI technology, etc., and can learn data on at least one of the fluid blowing direction and fluid blowing method that are more suitable for the user.

[0381] Furthermore, the fluid control unit is also capable of sending and receiving data with external devices (such as data terminals), and can use data stored externally to care for the user's hair.

[0382] In addition, the specifications (shape, size, layout, etc.) of the nursing department, fluid generation mechanism, and other details can also be changed appropriately.

[0383] Industrial availability

[0384] As described above, the hair care device disclosed herein can further improve the styling performance of hair, and therefore can be used in various hair care devices, primarily for home and commercial use.

[0385] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0386] 1. Air-type styling device (hair care device); 20. Care section; 210. First care section; 2111. First opposing surface; 212. First protrusion; 2121. First main body (main body); 2122. First flow path; 2124. Rotating section; 220. Second care section; 2211. Second opposing surface; 222. Second protrusion (protrusion); 2221. Second main body; 2222. Second flow path (flow path); 31. Hair holding mechanism; 32. Position changing mechanism; 33. Friction reduction mechanism; 34. Cooling mechanism; 35. Static electricity suppression mechanism; 40. Fluid generating mechanism; 45. Air outlet; 47. Inlet; 60. Ingredient release device; 70. Beauty ingredient release device; 80. Charged fine particle release device; 90. Fine particle release device; H. Hair; S1. Fluid inflow space.

Claims

1. A hair care device, wherein, This hair care device features: The hair care department provides hair care services; and A fluid generating mechanism that generates fluid and blows it onto the hair. The nursing department has: Nursing Department 1; and The second nursing unit has a second opposing surface that is opposite to the first opposing surface of the first nursing unit in a first direction. The fluid generating mechanism includes a blowout outlet formed on at least one of the first opposing surfaces and the second opposing surface. A fluid inflow space is formed between the first opposing surface and the second opposing surface. When the hair is arranged in a manner that extends along a second direction that intersects the first direction, the fluid blown out from the blow-out port can flow toward one side and the other side of the second direction.

2. The hair care device according to claim 1, wherein, At least one of the first and second nursing sections has a protrusion that protrudes along the first direction and is capable of distributing fluid blown from the outlet to one side and the other side of the second direction.

3. The hair care device according to claim 2, wherein, The hair care device also includes a hair retention mechanism that can contact the hair disposed in the fluid inflow space to retain the hair.

4. The hair care device according to claim 2 or 3, wherein, The protrusion has: The main body portion, which protrudes along the first direction; and A flow path, formed in the main body, is provided for the fluid blown out from the outlet and blown out toward one side and the other side in the second direction.

5. The hair care device according to claim 2 or 3, wherein, The hair care device also includes a position changing mechanism that can change the position of the protrusion in the second direction.

6. The hair care device according to claim 3, wherein, The hair retention mechanism includes a friction reduction mechanism that can reduce friction between the hair and the hair.

7. The hair care device according to claim 6, wherein, The friction reduction mechanism has a rotating part that can rotate while in contact with hair.

8. The hair care device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein, The hair care device also includes a cooling mechanism located on the opposite side of the blowout in the second direction, which is capable of cooling the hair.

9. The hair care device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein, The hair care device also features a static electricity suppression mechanism that can suppress static electricity generated in the hair.

10. The hair care device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein, The fluid generating mechanism has an intake port that can draw in fluid blown out from the outlet.

11. The hair care device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein, The hair care device also features an ingredient dispensing device that blows ingredients that act on the hair into the hair.

12. The hair care device according to claim 11, wherein, The ingredient dispensing device is equipped with a beauty ingredient dispensing device capable of blowing beauty ingredients into the hair.

13. The hair care device according to claim 11, wherein, The component dispensing device includes a charged fine particle dispensing device capable of blowing charged fine particles onto hair.

14. The hair care device according to claim 11, wherein, The component dispensing device includes a fine particle dispensing device capable of blowing fine metal particles into the hair.

15. The hair care device according to claim 14, wherein, The fine particle emission device is configured to deliver ions to the hair.

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