Device for dispensing and applying a cosmetic product in the form of a stick

Abstract

The invention relates to a device (10) for dispensing and applying a cosmetic product (P), wherein the cosmetic product is able to move between a position in which it is retracted into the device and a position in which it is deployed out of the device, the device comprising: a receptacle (12) for the cosmetic product; a sheath (14) forming a housing for the receptacle, the sheath being configured to cover the cosmetic product when the cosmetic product is in a position in which it is retracted into the device, and to at least partially uncover the cosmetic product when the cosmetic product is in a position in which it is deployed out of the device; a rotating mechanism (16) configured to create a relative movement between the sheath and the receptacle so as to allow the cosmetic product to be able to move between the position in which it is retracted into the device and the position in which it is deployed out of the device; and a base (18) forming a housing for the rotating mechanism; wherein the base and the sheath are made of cardboard.

Description

[0001] The invention relates to the field of devices for distributing and applying cosmetic products (also called cosmetic applicators), and more particularly to solidified products in the form of sticks, such as lipsticks or deodorant.

[0002] Cosmetic products are products intended to come into contact with parts of the human body for the purpose of cleansing, perfuming, changing their appearance, protecting them, maintaining them in good condition, or correcting body odor. Examples of cosmetic products include skin makeup or perfumed or scented compositions intended for application to the body.

[0003] Cosmetic applicators typically consist of a housing containing a receptacle for the cosmetic product. This receptacle is usually movable relative to the housing and designed to move, particularly in translation, so as to move the cosmetic product between a retracted position within the housing and a deployed position outside the housing to allow for application.

[0004] The receptacle may include a cup or a tray.

[0005] In one embodiment, the housing includes a rotating mechanism comprising two elements that can be rotated relative to each other to induce an axial translational movement of the receptacle. The rotating mechanism is configured to cooperate with the receptacle so as to drive it in axial translation within the housing. Thus, when the rotating mechanism is actuated, the receptacle is moved in translation within the housing. Such a rotating mechanism provides an aesthetically pleasing and user-friendly experience when handling the applicator.

[0006] The materials used to manufacture such an applicator are usually metal and / or plastic.

[0007] To reduce plastic waste, it is common practice to manufacture applicators with a cardboard box. The box protects the cosmetic product and makes the applicator easier to handle. It also gives the applicator an attractive appearance.

[0008] Applicators of this type, with a cardboard case, slightly reduce the use of plastic, but allow for the maintenance of elaborate gestures.

[0009] In order to further reduce the amount of plastic used, it is known to manufacture applicators made entirely of cardboard without a rotating mechanism.

[0010] In this type of applicator, the receptacle is a tray configured to be pushed by the user in order to move the cosmetic product from the retracted position in the case to the deployed position outside the case.

[0011] One drawback of this design is that it does not allow for a transition from the extended to the retracted position. Furthermore, the movement is neither aesthetically pleasing nor comfortable.

[0012] The product distribution and application device disclosed by document CN 216 255 929 J is part of the prior art.

[0013] The invention aims to remedy all or part of the aforementioned drawbacks by proposing a device for distributing and applying cosmetic products as defined in claim 1.

[0014] Thus, the device according to the invention makes it possible both to maintain an aesthetic and pleasant handling technique, and to improve recycling by considerably reducing the use of plastic.

[0015] Cardboard is defined as a paper material with a mass greater than or equal to 200 g / m², and more particularly as a paper material with a mass greater than or equal to 224 g / cm².

[0016] The rotating mechanism comprises a first element and a second element that are movable in rotation relative to each other, in which the first element is fixed to the sheath and the second element is fixed to the receptacle.

[0017] In the rest of the description, "fixed" means joined together, so that the elements fixed together are mobile together.

[0018] For example, the sheath and the first element of the rotating mechanism are fixed by gluing, clamping, or snapping. The sheath is therefore integral with the first element of the rotating mechanism. The term snapping also means clipping.

[0019] For example, the first and second elements of the rotating mechanism include a helical joint. Thus, the first and second elements are free to rotate and translate relative to each other.

[0020] For example, the base is attached to the second element of the rotating mechanism by gluing, clamping, or snapping. The base is therefore integral with the second element of the rotating mechanism.

[0021] The second element includes a threaded rod and the first element includes a complementary thread.

[0022] For example, the second element came from matter with the receptacle.

[0023] For example, the sheath is configured to translate within the base when the rotating mechanism is actuation.

[0024] For example, the base and the sheath are cylindrical. This simplifies the device, thus simplifying the manufacture of the parts, particularly those made of cardboard.

[0025] For example, the rotating mechanism is made of plastic. This makes the device easier to handle.

[0026] In the case of clamping or snap-fit ​​fastening, the rotating mechanism can be manually separated from the sheath and base to facilitate sorting of plastic and cardboard parts, enabling recycling of the device.

[0027] For example, the plastic is biodegradable and / or recyclable. This makes recycling the device easier.

[0028] For example, the rotating mechanism includes a locking means configured to prevent the rotation of the rotating mechanism. For example, the locking means is configured to lock the rotating mechanism in the retracted position. This allows the sheath to be positioned so as to permit the insertion of the cosmetic product into the device.

[0029] For example, the blocking means includes a linking means between the first element and the second element so as to block the rotation of the first element relative to the second element.

[0030] For example, the device includes a lid configured to cooperate with the base.

[0031] Other features and advantages of the present invention will become apparent from the following description and from an examination of the accompanying figures, in which: [ Fig. 1 ] is a schematic perspective view of the distribution and application device for a cosmetic product, according to one embodiment of the invention, [ Fig. 2 ] is an exploded view of the device of the figure 1 , [ Fig. 3 ] is a schematic cross-sectional view of the device of the figure 1 , [ Fig. 4 ] is a partial schematic view of the device of the figure 1 , with the cosmetic product in a retracted position within the device, , Fig. 5 ] is a partial schematic view of the device of the figure 1 , the cosmetic product being in the deployed position outside the device, [ Fig. 6 ] is a schematic view of a detail of the figure 4 illustrating a means of blocking the rotating mechanism.

[0032] In the description that follows and in the claims, identical, similar or analogous components will be designated by the same reference numbers to facilitate description.

[0033] THE figures 1 à 3 represent a device 10 for distributing and applying cosmetic product P. The cosmetic product P can be a lipstick stick or a deodorant composition for example.

[0034] The device 10 includes a receptacle 12 for the cosmetic product P, a sheath 14 configured to house the receptacle 12, a rotating mechanism 16 configured to create a relative displacement between the sheath 14 and the receptacle 12, and a base 18 configured to house the rotating mechanism 16.

[0035] The rotating mechanism 16 is configured to allow the cosmetic product P to move between the retracted position in the device 10 and the deployed position out of the device 10.

[0036] The rotating mechanism can impart a relative translational movement between the sheath 14 and the receptacle 12.

[0037] Receptacle 12 may include a cup or a tray.

[0038] The sheath 14 forms a housing for the receptacle 12. More specifically, the sheath 14 can form a housing for the receptacle 12 and the cosmetic product P. The sheath 14 is configured to cover the cosmetic product P when the cosmetic product P is in the retracted position in the device 10 ( figure 4 ). The sheath 14 is configured to at least partially expose the cosmetic product P when the cosmetic product P is in the deployed position outside the device ( figure 5 ).

[0039] The sheath 14 and the base 18 are made of cardboard.

[0040] The rotating mechanism 16 may be made of plastics such as polypropylene, polybutylene terephthalate (PBT), or polyethylene terephthalate (PET). The rotating mechanism 16 may also be made of biodegradable plastics such as polylactic acid (PLA), polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA), or poly(butyl succinate) (PBS). Finally, the rotating mechanism 16 may be made of recyclable plastics such as polypropylene (PP) or high-density polyethylene (HDPE).

[0041] Thus, device 10 is composed primarily of cardboard (at least 51% by weight), which facilitates its recycling. Indeed, device 10 is suitable for recycling in the paper and cardboard stream, and if the plastic used is recyclable, then it will also be recycled. However, if device 10 contains less than 51% cardboard by weight, it will be recycled in the plastic stream, and the cardboard components will not be recycled.

[0042] The sheath 14 can be cylindrical to facilitate its manufacture. More precisely, the sheath 14 can be a hollow cylinder.

[0043] The sheath 14 can have a thickness of approximately 1 to 2 mm.

[0044] The sheath 14 can also be called a ring or envelope.

[0045] The base 18 forms a housing for the rotating mechanism 16.

[0046] The base 18 can be cylindrical to facilitate its manufacture. More precisely, the base 18 can be a hollow cylinder.

[0047] Base 18 can have a thickness of approximately 1 to 2 mm.

[0048] The cosmetic product P is mobile between a retracted position in the device 10 ( figure 4 ) and a position deployed outside of device 10 ( figure 5 ). In the retracted position within device 10, the cosmetic product is inserted into device 10. In the deployed position outside device 10, the cosmetic product protrudes from device 10.

[0049] The rotating mechanism 16 can be fixed to the sheath 14 and the receptacle 12. The rotating mechanism 16 can be a rotary mechanism.

[0050] The rotating mechanism 16 may comprise two elements 20, 22 that are movable and rotate relative to each other. For example, one of the two elements 20, 22 is fixed to the sheath 14 and the other of the two elements 20, 22 is fixed to the receptacle 12. Each of the two elements 20, 22 may be fixed respectively to the sheath 14 and to the receptacle 12.

[0051] The sheath 14 can be attached to either of the two elements 20, 22 by gluing. Alternatively, the sheath 14 can be formed from the material of either of the two elements 20, 22. The receptacle 12 can be attached to either of the two elements 20, 22 by gluing. Alternatively, the receptacle 12 can be formed from the material of either of the two elements.

[0052] The two elements 20 and 22 of the rotating mechanism 16 may include a helical joint. In other words, the two elements 20 and 22 may be connected by a helical joint. The two elements 20 and 22 may cooperate via a helical joint. The two elements 20 and 22 may be rotationally movable relative to each other by means of a helical joint.

[0053] The rotating mechanism 16 comprises a first element 20 and a second element 22. The first element 20 and the second element 22 are free to rotate relative to each other. The first element 20 and the second element 22 are fixed respectively to the sheath 14 and the receptacle 12.

[0054] The first element 20 is attached to the sleeve 14, and the second element 22 is attached to the receptacle 12. The sleeve 14 and the first element 20 of the rotating mechanism 16 can be attached by bonding. Alternatively, the sleeve 14 can be formed from the material along with the first element 20. Alternatively, the sleeve 14 and the first element 20 of the rotating mechanism 16 can be attached by snap-fitting. Alternatively, the sleeve 14 and the first element 20 of the rotating mechanism 16 can be attached by clamping. The receptacle 12 can be attached to the second element 22 by bonding. Alternatively, the receptacle 12 can be formed from the material along with the second element 22. Alternatively, the receptacle 12 can be attached to the second element 22 by snap-fitting. Alternatively, the receptacle 12 can be attached to the second element 22 by clamping.

[0055] The sheath 14 may include a first end 140 fixed to the first element 20. The sheath 14 may include a second open end 142. The second end 142 may allow the passage of the cosmetic product P between the retracted position in the device 10 and the deployed position outside the device 10.

[0056] The first end 140 can be fixed to the first element 20 on a bonding area A corresponding to the height of the first element 20 ( figure 6 ).

[0057] In the retracted position in the device 10, the first element 20 can be in contact with the receptacle 12.

[0058] The first element 20 and the second element 22 of the rotating mechanism 16 may include a helical joint. In other words, the first element 20 and the second element 22 may be connected by a helical joint. The first element 20 and the second element 22 may cooperate via a helical joint. The first element 20 and the second element 22 may be rotationally movable relative to each other by means of a helical joint.

[0059] The second element 22 includes a threaded rod. The first element 20 includes a complementary thread. The first element 22 may include a nut comprising the complementary thread.

[0060] The base 18 can be fixed to the second element 22 of the rotating mechanism 16, for example by gluing.

[0061] The base 18 can form a housing for the duct 14. The duct 14 can be configured to translate within the base 18 between an external position ( figure 4 ) and an internal position ( figure 5 ), when the rotating mechanism 16 is activated. The external position can correspond to the retracted position of the cosmetic product P in the device 10. The internal position can correspond to the deployed position of the cosmetic product P in the device 10.

[0062] The sheath 14 can be configured to translate into the base 18 via the engagement of the threads of the first element 20 and the second element 22.

[0063] The base 18 may include a first closed end 180 and a second open end 182. The second end 182 may allow the insertion of the rotating mechanism 16. The second end 182 may allow the translation of the sheath. The second element 22 of the rotating mechanism 16 may be fixed to the first end 180 of the base 18.

[0064] The second end 182 can allow the passage of the sheath 14 between the external position and the internal position.

[0065] The device 10 may include a cover 26 configured to cooperate with the base 18. The cover 26 may be configured to be fitted onto the base. The cover 26 may be configured to be fitted onto the second end 182 of the base 18.

[0066] The base 18 may comprise two sheets of cardboard 184, 186 joined by gluing or clamping to form a single piece. More specifically, the base 18 may comprise an outer sheet of cardboard 184 and an inner sheet of cardboard 186. The inner sheet of cardboard 186 is sized relative to the outer sheet of cardboard 184 to form an axial protrusion that extends beyond the outer sheet of cardboard 184 on the side opposite the closed end 180 of the base 18. The axial protrusion has a height suitable for the placement and retention of the lid 26 on the base 18.

[0067] THE figures 4 And 5illustrate the operation of device 10 as described previously.

[0068] The cosmetic product P is mobile between a retracted position in the device 10 ( figure 4 ) and a position deployed outside of device 10 ( figure 5 ).

[0069] As shown by figure 4 When the cosmetic product P is in the retracted position in the device 10, the sheath 14 covers the cosmetic product P. Thus, the sheath 14 helps to protect the cosmetic product P in particular from shocks and drying out.

[0070] The cosmetic product P is configured to have side walls configured to be in contact with the sheath 14. The sheath 14 can cover the side walls of the cosmetic product 14 when the cosmetic product P is in the retracted position in the device 10.

[0071] When a user operates the rotating mechanism 16, a relative displacement between the sheath 14 and the receptacle 12 is created, to allow the cosmetic product P to move between the retracted position in the device 10 and the deployed position out of the device 10.

[0072] More specifically, the user can rotate the rotating mechanism 16 to cause an axial movement between the retracted position in the device 10 and the deployed position out of the device 10.

[0073] More specifically, when the rotating mechanism 16 is actuation, the first element 20 can be rotated relative to the second element 22. The first element 20 can then perform a simultaneous rotational and translational movement around the second element 22. The first element 20 can cause the sheath 14 to translate so as to at least partially expose the cosmetic product P. The cosmetic product P moves from the retracted position in the device 10 ( figure 4 ) to the deployed position outside the device ( figure 5 ).

[0074] The sheath 14 can translate within the base 18. The sheath 14 can fit into the base 18.

[0075] The operation of device 10 is simple.

[0076] THE figures 4 And 6show that the rotating mechanism 16 can include a locking means 24 configured to block the rotation of the rotating mechanism 16. The locking means 24 can be configured to block the rotation of the rotating mechanism 16 by cooperation between the two elements 20, 22 of the rotating mechanism 16. The locking means 24 can be configured to block the rotation of the rotating mechanism 16 by cooperation between the first element 20 and the second element 22 of the rotating mechanism 16. The locking means 24 can be configured to block the rotation of the rotating mechanism 16 by cooperation between the first element 20 of the rotating mechanism 16 and the receptacle 12.

[0077] The locking means 24 may include a linking means between the two elements 20, 22 of the rotating mechanism 16, so as to block the relative movement between the two elements 20, 22. The locking means 24 may include a linking means between the first element 20 and the second element 22 of the rotating mechanism 16, so as to block the relative movement between the first element 20 and the second element 22.

[0078] The locking means 24 may include a linking means between the first element 20 of the rotating mechanism 16 and the receptacle 12, so as to block the relative movement between the first element 20 and the second element 22 in the retracted position.

[0079] The locking mechanism 24 may include an anti-rotation notch.

[0080] The blocking means may include a male element 240 configured to engage with a female element 242. The male element 240 and the female element 242 may be arranged respectively on the first element 20 and the second element 22. The male element 240 and the female element 242 may be arranged respectively on the first element 20 and the receptacle 12.

Claims

1. A device (10) for dispensing and applying a cosmetic product (P), wherein the cosmetic product (P) is movable between a retracted position inside the device (10) and a deployed position outside the device (10), the device (10) comprising: - a container (12) for the cosmetic product (P); - a sleeve (14) forming a housing for the container (12), the sleeve (14) being configured to cover the cosmetic product (P) when the cosmetic product (P) is in the retracted position inside the device (10), and to at least partially uncover the cosmetic product (P) when the cosmetic product (P) is in the deployed position outside the device (10); - a rotary mechanism (16) configured to generate a relative displacement between the sleeve (14) and the container (12) to enable the mobility of the cosmetic product (P) between the retracted position inside the device (10) and the deployed position outside the device (10), the rotary mechanism (16) comprising a first element (20) and a second element (22) rotatably movable relative to one another, the first element (20) being fastened to the sleeve (14) and the second element (22) being fastened to the container (12), the second element (22) comprising a threaded rod and the first element (20) comprising a complementary thread; and - a base (18) forming a housing for the rotary mechanism (16); wherein the base (18) and the sleeve (14) are made of cardboard.

2. The device (10) according to claim 1, wherein the sleeve (14) and the first element (20) of the rotary mechanism (16) are fastened by gluing, clamping, or snap-fitting.

3. The device (10) according to any one of claims 1 and 2, wherein the first element (20) and the second element (22) of the rotary mechanism (16) comprise a helical connection.

4. The device (10) according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the base (18) is fastened to the second element (22) of the rotary mechanism (16), for example by gluing, clamping, or snap-fitting.

5. The device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the second element (22) is made integrally with the container (12).

6. The device according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the sleeve (14) is configured to translate within the base (18) during actuation of the rotary mechanism (16).

7. The device (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the base (18) and the sleeve (14) are cylindrical.

8. The device (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the rotary mechanism (16) comprises plastic, preferably biodegradable and / or recyclable.

9. The device (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the rotary mechanism (16) comprises a blocking means (24) configured to block the rotation of the rotary mechanism (16).

10. The device (10) according to claim 9, wherein the blocking means (24) comprises a connecting means between the first element (20) and the second element (22) so as to block the rotation of the first element (20) relative to the second element (22).

11. The device (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, comprising a cover (26) configured to cooperate with the base (18).

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