Wig cap

Abstract

The invention relates to a wig (1) adjustable to the size and shape of a user's head, comprising a cap (2) shaped to cover the user's scalp and to which hair (3) is attached, comprising at least one flexible, non-slip, transparent or translucent element (4) on the inner surface of said cap (2) for holding the wig on the scalp, said at least one flexible, non-slip, transparent or translucent element (4) comprising a continuous zigzag band (4), positioned to be in contact with the user's scalp. According to one embodiment, the invention also relates to flexible, non-slip points (7) on the inner surface of said cap (2), positioned to be in contact with the user's scalp.

Description

Title of the invention: Wig cap

[0001] The invention relates to a wig (1) adjustable to the size and shape of a user's head, comprising a cap (2) shaped to cover the user's scalp, and on which hair (3) is fixed, comprising at least one transparent or translucent non-slip flexible element (4) on the inner surface of said cap (2) for holding the wig on the scalp, said at least one transparent or translucent non-slip flexible element (4) comprising a continuous zigzag strip (4), positioned to be in contact with the user's scalp. According to one embodiment, the invention also relates to non-slip flexible points (7) on the inner surface of said cap (2), positioned to be in contact with the user's scalp. Previous Art

[0002] The wig is an accessory that has been used for centuries. Its use has increased in recent decades, particularly due to the increase in pathologies such as cancer and alopecia.

[0003] Wigs comprise an internal support, conventionally called a cap, covering the cranial area of ​​the user's head and onto which natural or artificial hair is attached. The internal face of said cap is commonly provided with means allowing the wig to be adjusted to the shape and size of the user's skull. The internal face also most often comprises non-slip means to prevent the wig from slipping sideways on the user's head.

[0004] Conventionally, the cap is made of tulle (fine mesh fabric) intended to cover the frontal, temporal and occipital areas, and, on the other hand, a monofilament intended to cover the vertex area.

[0005] Tulle is a simple, lightweight, transparent fabric made of linen, cotton, silk, wool, or synthetic fibers, which has a network of regular meshes and can be more or less elastic. Monofilament, also called micro-skin, is made of a very light material with very fine meshes that allows the scalp to breathe, this material being made with a translucent fiber. The hair is attached to it in such a way as to imitate the natural implantation of the hair and so that the wig is as little detectable as possible.

[0006] The connection between these different parts of the cap is traditionally made by folding the layers, overlapping and applying strips of fabric to create the “tiling” and hold the whole thing together.

[0007] This assembly then creates very marked recesses and excess thicknesses which are uncomfortable for the user, and can also be visible.

[0008] In order to solve this type of problem, solutions have been implemented.

[0009] For example, document EP15119661 describes a wig whose cap is partly made up of flexible, self-adhesive pieces, the internal face of which in contact with the skull is made up of a layer or film of polysiloxane. These self-adhesive pieces prevent the wig from slipping and improve its stability. However, this type of cap has the disadvantage that the edges between the different areas remain visible, and that stability could be improved.

[0010] In order to solve the problems addressed above, the Applicant has developed a wig whose cap includes a flexible non-slip zigzag element, making it possible to improve the hold of the wig, and to significantly limit the visibility of the connection zone between said parts of the cap.

[0011] Furthermore, the Applicant also uses the addition of soft non-slip points in order to further improve the stability of the wig on the user's skull. Statement of the invention

[0012] Thus, the invention relates to a wig (1) adjustable to the size and shape of a user's head, comprising a cap (2) shaped to cover a user's scalp, and on which hair (3) is fixed, comprising at least one transparent or translucent non-slip flexible element (4) on the internal surface of said cap (2) to hold the wig on the scalp, said at least one transparent or translucent non-slip flexible element (4) comprising a continuous zigzag strip (4), positioned to be in contact with the user's scalp.

[0013] According to one embodiment, the wig comprises a tulle covering the user's forehead (5), and a tulle (6) covering the top of the user's skull.

[0014] Preferably, said continuous zigzag strip is positioned at the junction between said tulle covering the user's forehead (5), and said tulle (6) covering the top of the user's skull, and thus overlaps said tulle covering the user's forehead (5), and said tulle (6) covering the top of the user's skull.

[0015] According to one embodiment, said continuous zigzag strip (4) is made of silicone or polyurethane, preferably silicone.

[0016] According to one embodiment, said wig comprises other transparent or translucent non-slip flexible elements, preferably non-slip flexible points (7).

[0017] According to one embodiment, said wig further comprises flexible non-slip points (7) on the internal surface of said cap (2), positioned to be in contact with the user's scalp.

[0018] Preferably, said continuous zigzag strip (4) is a line forming angles between 110° and 150°, preferably between 120° and 140°.

[0019] Even more preferably, said continuous strip comprises 4 angles of 120° and one angle of 140°.

[0020] According to one embodiment of the invention, said continuous zigzag strip (4) has a width of between 1 mm and 10 mm, preferably between 3 mm and 7 mm.

[0021] Even more preferably, said continuous zigzag strip (4) has a width of 5 mm.

[0022] Preferably, said flexible anti-slip points (7) have a diameter of between 1 mm and 10 mm, preferably between 3 and 7 mm.

[0023] Even more preferably, said flexible anti-slip points (7) have a diameter of 5 mm.

[0024] Preferably, said flexible anti-slip points (7) are positioned in at least one line.

[0025] Preferably, said non-slip flexible points (7) are positioned in several lines, preferably at least two lines.

[0026] Preferably, said flexible anti-slip points (7) are positioned in two lines.

[0027] Preferably, said non-slip flexible points (7) are positioned in several lines, preferably at least three lines.

[0028] Preferably, said flexible anti-slip points (7) are positioned in three lines.

[0029] According to one embodiment, said flexible non-slip points (7) are made of silicone or polyurethane, preferably silicone.

[0030] Preferably, said flexible non-slip points are located on said tulle (6) covering the top of the user's skull.

[0031] The wig according to the invention and its particular characteristics, in particular the transparent or translucent non-slip flexible element comprising a continuous zigzag band, make it possible to obtain a very natural result once the hair is implanted.

[0032] Furthermore, said continuous zigzag strip makes it possible to create a much more natural transition between the tulle of the forehead and the tulle covering the top of the user's skull. Usually, the lines which connect these two materials are straight and are visible from above, which is not the case in the context of the invention.

[0033] Furthermore, the use of a flexible non-slip element improves grip on the skull, and the zigzag shape further improves its effectiveness, due to an increase in the contact surface.

[0034] The use of these soft non-slip points allows adequate support while limiting the contact of the scalp with the tulle, the scalp being known to be very sensitive during hair loss, especially during chemotherapy treatment.

[0035] The use of scattered stitches makes it possible to accentuate a little more the non-slip aspect of the wig according to the invention. This makes it possible to improve the grip without altering the lightness of the wig Figures

[0036] [Fig-1] is a photograph representing the wig according to the invention, in side view.

[0037] [Fig.2] is a photograph representing the wig according to the invention, in view lateral.

[0038] [Fig.3] is a schematic representation of the wig according to the invention, with a view to face.

[0039] [Fig.4] is a schematic representation of the wig according to the invention, with a view lateral.

[0040] [Fig.5] is a schematic representation of the continuous zigzag strip present in the wig according to the invention, in front view. Definitions

[0041] By "wig" or "hairpiece" is meant a hairstyle of false hair, worn on the scalp of a human being.

[0042] The “scalp” is the name given to the skin covering the skull on which hair typically grows.

[0043] By "adjustable to the size and shape of a user's head" is meant that the wig according to the invention is made of extensible materials, allowing it to adapt mechanically to the particularities of a user's head.

[0044] By "extensible materials" is meant that said materials can be mechanically stretched in order to increase its size, in order to conform it to a desired shape and / or size.

[0045] By "wig cap" is meant the internal support shaped to cover the user's scalp and on which the natural or artificial hair is fixed.

[0046] By "flexible element" is meant a part made of a material that can be folded and refolded easily, without breaking or deteriorating. Examples of flexible materials are, for example, silicone or polyurethane. This flexible element allows the wig to be easily and quickly placed on a user's head, prevents it from slipping into a crooked position, and allows it to be removed easily and quickly.

[0047] By "non-slip" is meant that said elements are designed in materials promoting adhesion between the wig (1) according to the invention and the scalp of the user. Examples of such materials are silicone and polyurethane.

[0048] By "internal surface of the cap" is meant the surface which is in contact with the scalp of the individual.

[0049] By "continuous band" is meant a flexible piece longer than it is wide, which connects opposite edges of the wig according to the invention, without discontinuity.

[0050] By "zigzag" is meant within the meaning of the invention that said continuous zigzag strip forms successive regular "Z" angles, forming alternately salient and re-entrant angles.

[0051] By "tulle" is meant a light fabric, formed of a network of loose regular meshes, square, round or polygonal, which may be more or less elastic. Tulle can be made of linen, cotton, silk, wool or synthetic fibers for example.

[0052] By "front tulle" is meant the tulle positioned at the user's forehead.

[0053] The “tulle covering the top of the user's skull” or “monofilament” is positioned at the vertex of the skull (top of the skull) and is made of a very light material with very fine meshes allowing the cutaneous respiration of the scalp, this material being made with a translucent fiber.

[0054] By "overlaps" is meant within the meaning of the invention that the continuous strip according to the invention covers a portion of the front tulle and a portion of tulle covering the top of the user's head.

[0055] By "soft points" are meant circular elements made of a material that can bend and refold easily, without breaking or deteriorating. Examples of soft materials are, for example, silicone or polyurethane.

[0056] By "non-slip flexible points positioned in line" is meant within the meaning of the invention that the points are aligned to form lines of points interspersed with regular or random spaces, said lines connecting the opposite edges of the wig according to the invention.

[0057] By "transparent" is meant a material which lets light pass through and allows objects behind it to appear clearly.

[0058] By “translucent” is meant a material which is not transparent but which allows light to pass through. Detailed description of the invention

[0059] The wig (1) according to the invention consists of a cap (2) shaped to cover the user's scalp. Hair (3) is attached to this cap (2). The internal surface of the cap (2) comprises at least one flexible non-slip element (4) on the internal surface of the cap (2), taking the form of a continuous zigzag strip (4), making it possible to hold the wig on the scalp.

[0060] According to one embodiment of the invention, the continuous zigzag strip (4) is po located at the junction between the tulle covering the user's forehead (5), and the tulle covering the top of the user's skull (6). This continuous zigzag strip (4) is made of silicone. This zigzag strip (4) is visible in figures 1 to 4. An example of preferred angles for said strip (4) is visible in [Fig.5].

[0061] According to another embodiment, the wig (1) further comprises flexible non-slip points (7) made of silicone with a diameter of 4 mm, positioned in lines on the cap (2). Examples of the positioning of these flexible points (7) are visible in figures 1 to 4.

[0062] The user can thus position this wig (1) on his scalp, which will be held effectively thanks to the non-slip elements mentioned. Reference signs

[0063] (1): Wig

[0064] (2): Wig cap

[0065] (3): Hair

[0066] (4): Non-slip flexible element / Continuous zigzag strip

[0067] (5): Tulle covering the user's forehead

[0068] (6): Tulle covering the top of the user's head.

[0069] (7): Soft anti-slip points

Claims

Claims

1. A wig (1) adjustable to the size and shape of a user's head, comprising a cap (2) shaped to cover a user's scalp, and to which hair (3) is attached, comprising at least one transparent or translucent non-slip flexible element (4) on the inner surface of said cap (2) to hold the wig on the scalp, characterized in that said at least one transparent or translucent non-slip flexible element comprises a continuous zigzag strip (4), positioned to be in contact with the user's scalp.

2. Wig according to the preceding claim, comprising a tulle covering the user's forehead (5), and a tulle (6) covering the top of the user's skull.

3. A wig according to the preceding claim, wherein said continuous zigzag strip is positioned at the junction between said tulle covering the user's forehead (5) and said tulle (6) covering the top of the user's skull, and thus overlaps said tulle covering the user's forehead (5), and said tulle (6) covering the top of the user's skull.

4. A wig according to any preceding claim, further comprising soft non-slip dots (7) on the inner surface of said cap (2), positioned to be in contact with the user's scalp.

5. Wig according to the preceding claim, wherein said non-slip flexible points (7) have a diameter between 1 mm and 10 mm, preferably between 3 and 7 mm.

6. Wig according to the preceding claim, wherein said non-slip flexible points (7) have a diameter of 5 mm.

7. A wig according to any one of claims 4 to 6, wherein said non-slip soft dots (7) are positioned in at least one line.

8. A wig according to any one of claims 4 and 7, wherein said soft non-slip points are located on said tulle (6) covering the top of the user's skull.

9. A wig according to any preceding claim, wherein said continuous zigzag strip (4) is made of silicone or polyurethane, preferably silicone.

10. A wig according to any one of claims 4 to 9, wherein said soft anti-slip dots (7) are made of silicone or polyurethane, preferably silicone.

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