Facial care tools

Abstract

We provide a highly practical facial care device that can be worn and used on the face daily without any discomfort, regardless of time, place, or situation, and that allows for easy facial skincare. [Solution] The device comprises a flexible sheet-like body 12 provided to cover both cheeks, nose, and mouth of a person's face; ear loops 14 fixed to both left and right ends of the sheet-like body 12; and a care member 16 containing a skincare liquid component, which is placed on the sheet-like body 12 in areas corresponding to one or more of the cheeks, nose, and mouth on the face side.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a facial care tool that can perform skin care on desired areas such as the cheeks, nose, and around the mouth by being worn on the face.

Background Art

[0002] Conventionally, in order to maintain moisture and beauty of facial skin, face packs impregnated with moisturizing liquids, lotions, etc. are often used (see, for example, Patent Document 1). A conventional face pack is formed of a sheet such as non-woven fabric sized to cover substantially the entire human face, and portions corresponding to the eyes, nose, and mouth of the sheet are provided with holes. It is used by being placed in close contact with a human face in a state where a cosmetic liquid or the like has penetrated into the sheet. Face packs can be purchased relatively inexpensively, and the usage method is simply to place them on the face, and after use, they can be removed from the face and discarded. Therefore, they are easily used as skin care tools at home without going to a specialized beauty salon.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0003]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] However, in a conventional face pack such as that of Patent Document 1, since it has a structure that covers substantially the entire face, it is difficult to perform daily activities, go out in public, or work while wearing it, and the places, times, and situations where it can be used are greatly restricted.

[0005] The present invention has been made in view of the above conventional problems, and one of its purposes is to provide a highly practical facial care tool that can be worn and used on the face daily without discomfort regardless of time, place, or situation, and can be expected to easily perform facial skin care. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] To solve the above problems, the present invention provides a facial care device comprising: a flexible sheet-like body provided to cover both cheeks, nose, and mouth of a person's face; ear loops fixed to both left and right ends of the sheet-like body; and a care member containing a skincare liquid component positioned on the sheet-like body in areas corresponding to one or more of the cheeks, nose, and mouth on the facial side, wherein a waterproof section is provided between the sheet-like body and the care member, and the waterproof section has a locking portion that holds the outer edge of the care member in a clamping manner while exposing the contact surface of the care member with the face.

[0007] Furthermore, the present invention comprises a flexible sheet-like body provided to cover both cheeks, nose, and mouth of a person's face; ear loops fixed to both left and right ends of the sheet-like body; and a waterproof section provided on the face side of the sheet-like body in a location corresponding to one or more of the cheeks, nose, and mouth areas, wherein the waterproof section allows for the placement and removal of a care member containing a skincare liquid component on the face side, and the waterproof section has a locking portion that holds the outer edge of the care member in a clamping manner while exposing the contact surface of the care member with the face.

[0008] Furthermore, the waterproof section may include a waterproof sheet material that can be attached to and detached from the sheet-like main body.

[0009] Also, The waterproof section has a waterproof sheet material that can be attached to and detached from the sheet-like main body. A waterproof care unit may be constructed by assembling a waterproof section and a care member, and the waterproof care unit may be detachably attached to a sheet-like body. [Effects of the Invention]

[0010] The facial care device of the present invention comprises a flexible sheet-like body provided to cover both cheeks, nose, and mouth of a person's face; ear loops fixed to both left and right ends of the sheet-like body; and care members containing a skincare liquid component positioned on the sheet-like body in areas corresponding to one or more of the cheeks, nose, and mouth on the facial side. Therefore, it can be easily attached to the face to perform skincare on the cheeks, nose, and mouth. Furthermore, when worn, it looks like simply wearing an ear-loop mask, so skincare can be performed daily or on any desired occasion, regardless of time, place, or situation, providing a highly practical facial care product.

[0011] Furthermore, by providing a waterproof section between the sheet-like body and the care component, the skincare liquid components of the care component can prevent the sheet-like body from becoming wet, thus maintaining its appearance when worn and preserving the durability of the sheet-like body.

[0012] The care components are designed to be detachably attached to the waterproof section, allowing for effective skin care by replacing the care components as needed.

[0013] Furthermore, the present invention comprises a flexible sheet-like body provided to cover both cheeks, nose, and mouth of a person's face; ear loops fixed to both left and right ends of the sheet-like body; and waterproof sections provided on the face side of the sheet-like body corresponding to one or more of the areas around the cheeks, nose, and mouth, with a care member containing a skincare liquid component that can be placed and detached from the waterproof section. This configuration allows for easy attachment to the face using a care member containing a desired skincare liquid component, enabling skincare around the cheeks, nose, and mouth. Moreover, when worn, it looks simply like wearing an ear-loop mask, allowing for skincare to be performed daily or on any desired occasion, regardless of time, place, or situation, thus providing a highly practical face care product.

[0014] Furthermore, the waterproof section is configured to have a waterproof sheet material that can be attached to and detached from the sheet-like main body, allowing for reliable use by replacing the waterproof section as needed.

[0015] Furthermore, by constructing a waterproof care unit in which a waterproof section and a care component are assembled, and by providing the waterproof care unit in a configuration that allows it to be detachably attached to the sheet-like main body, effective skin care can be performed by replacing the waterproof care unit as needed.

[0016] Furthermore, by having a locking portion in the waterproof section that holds the outer edge of the care member in a clamping manner while exposing the contact surface of the care member with the face, a structure can be specifically realized in which the care member can be attached, detached, and replaced with a simple structure without hindering the care member's close contact with the face.

[0017] Furthermore, by providing the waterproof section continuously on the parts of the sheet-like body corresponding to both cheeks and the nose, it is possible to simultaneously provide skincare to a wide area of ​​the face. In addition, by providing a waterproof section on the lower side of the mouth area of ​​the sheet-like body, i.e., on the jaw side, it is possible to prevent the skincare liquid components of the care material from unexpectedly dripping from the bottom of the sheet-like body. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0018] [Figure 1] This is an explanatory diagram of a facial care tool according to the first embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] Figure 1 is an explanatory diagram of the cross-sectional view of the facial care device along line AA. [Figure 3] Figure 1 is a perspective view illustrating the facial care device with its care components separated. [Figure 4] (a) is a front view illustrating a modified form of the sheet-like body of the facial care device shown in Figure 1, (b) is a front view of the device worn on the face, and (c) is a side view of the device worn on the face. [Figure 5] This is an explanatory diagram showing a modified configuration of the facial care device shown in Figure 1, with the arrangement of the care components changed. [Figure 6]It is an explanatory diagram of a form in which the arrangement position of the care member of the face care tool in FIG. 1 is changed. [Figure 7] It is an explanatory diagram schematically showing a face care tool of a reference example. [Figure 8] It is an explanatory diagram of a face care tool according to a second embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 9] It is a perspective view of the state where the care member of the face care tool in FIG. 8 is separated. [Figure 10] It is an explanatory diagram of a form in which the arrangement position of the care member of the face care tool in FIG. 8 is changed. [Figure 11] It is an explanatory diagram of a form in which the arrangement position of the care member of the face care tool in FIG. 8 is changed. [Figure 12] It is an explanatory diagram of a form in which the arrangement position of the care member of the face care tool in FIG. 8 is changed. [Figure 13] It is an explanatory diagram of a face care tool according to a reference example.

Mode for Carrying Out the Invention

[0019] Hereinafter, embodiments of the face care tool of the present invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. The face care tool according to the present invention is a face care tool that can be easily worn on the face like an ear-hanging mask and can be used daily or at a favorite time without being restricted by place, time, or scene to perform skin care on the face.

[0020] FIGS. ①, ②, and ③ show a first embodiment of the face care tool of the present invention. As shown in FIGS. ①, ②, and ③, the face care tool 10 according to the present embodiment includes a sheet-like main body 12, an ear-hanging portion 14, and a care member 16.

[0021] Note: In the original text, "図1、図2、図3" is represented as "①, ②, ③" in the translation for better readability in English. You can adjust it back to the original figure numbers if needed. Also, the specific 7-digit tags - are left unchanged as per the requirement.The sheet-like body 12 is a flexible, sheet-like covering means provided to cover both cheeks, nose, and mouth of a person's face. In this embodiment, as shown in Figure 1, the sheet-like body 12 is a relatively soft, breathable, thin sheet piece such as nonwoven fabric, cloth, or gauze, and its outer contour shape is formed in a substantially rectangular shape. The sheet-like body 12 is preferably provided in a size that can cover substantially the entire area of ​​both cheeks, part of the nose, and the area around the mouth and jawline, as this allows for skin care over a relatively wide area. The sheet-like body 12, together with the ear loops 14, can also utilize a structure equivalent to that of conventionally known sanitary masks or earloop masks. For example, using a mask with a high filtering function to prevent the entry of pollen or viruses allows for skin care while preventing pollen and infection. The sheet-like body 12 is formed by stacking one or more sheets, and may utilize a structure similar to that of a mask body such as a flat mask, a pleated mask, or a three-dimensional mask. In this embodiment, the sheet-like body 12 is simply shown as a flat sheet for illustrative purposes. The material, size, shape, and structure of the sheet-like body 12 can be designed arbitrarily. For example, the sheet-like body 12 may be provided in a size and shape that can sufficiently cover the lower jaw of the face. In addition, a core material for nose fitting may be provided on the upper edge side of the sheet-like body 12.

[0022] The ear loops 14 are fixed to both the left and right ends of the sheet-like body 12 and are ear-loop type means for attaching the sheet-like body 12 to the face. In this embodiment, as shown in Figure 1, they are made of a strip-shaped member such as an elastic rubber cord or a flexible nonwoven fabric, and both ends are fixed to the upper and lower ends of the left and right ends of the sheet-like body 12, with ear holes formed inside. The ear loops 14 may also be integrally formed from the same sheet material as the sheet-like body 12. Furthermore, the ear loops 14 may be made of a structure that allows for length adjustment.

[0023] The care member 16 is positioned on the face side of the sheet-like main body 12 and is a skincare means for performing skincare while adhering closely to the face. In this embodiment, as shown in Figures 1 and 2, the care member 16 is made by impregnating a material with high moisturizing or liquid-retaining properties (water retention), such as nonwoven fabric, cotton, gauze, or cloth, with skincare liquid components such as water, moisturizing liquid, cosmetic liquid, or beauty serum. The care member 16 may also be made by cutting a commercially available beauty mask or the like into a predetermined shape. The care member 16 consists of a relatively thin sheet-like material, for example, with a thickness of several tens of microns to several millimeters, and is formed in a shape and size that matches the area to be cared for, such as the cheeks, nose, or around the mouth. As shown in Figure 1, in this embodiment, the care member 16 is positioned in pairs in the areas corresponding to the left and right cheeks of the face. Specifically, the care member 16 has upper and lower edges and outer edges that are approximately the same as the outer edge of the sheet-like main body 12, and the opposing inner edges of the two care members 16 are formed in an arc shape or straight line so that the lower gap gradually widens in an approximately V shape, and each care member 16 is approximately trapezoidal in shape.

[0024] In this embodiment, the care member 16 is attached to the face-facing surface of the sheet-like body 12 with a waterproof section 18 made of a non-permeable material interposed between them. That is, a waterproof section 18 is provided between the care member 16 and the sheet-like body 12. Alternatively, the care member 16 could be directly attached to the sheet-like body 12. However, as in this embodiment, providing the waterproof section 18 effectively prevents the skincare liquid components in the care member 16 from seeping onto the sheet-like body 12, which could result in an unsightly appearance when worn or cause discomfort by adhering to parts other than the care area.

[0025] The waterproof section 18 has a waterproof sheet material 20 made of a non-permeable and flexible synthetic resin such as a vinyl sheet. The waterproof sheet material 20 is detachably attached, for example, via an adhesive seal integrally formed on one side of the waterproof sheet material, or via attachment and detachment means such as double-sided tape, hook-and-loop fasteners, buttons, or hooks. The waterproof sheet material 20 is provided with substantially the same outer contour shape as the care member 16. The waterproof sheet material 20 may also be fixed to the sheet-like body 12 by adhesive or sewing. Furthermore, the entire surface of the waterproof sheet material 20 may be in full contact with the sheet-like body 12 by providing an adhesive surface, or only a part of the sheet surface may be attached in close contact with the sheet-like body 12. In addition, the waterproof section 18 may be a structure in which a non-permeable synthetic resin or the like is applied to the sheet-like body 12 to integrally form a waterproof layer.

[0026] Furthermore, the care member 16 is fixed to the waterproof sheet material 20 via a fixing means such as an adhesive. Thus, the care member 16 and the waterproof sheet material 20 forming the waterproof part 18 are assembled to constitute a waterproof care unit 22. As shown in Figure 3, this waterproof care unit 22 is a facial care unit that can be attached to and detached from the sheet-like body 12. For example, the sheet-like body 12 can be used repeatedly, and the waterproof care unit 22 (care member 16) can be replaced. The waterproof care unit 22 may also be configured in which the care member 16 and the waterproof part 18 are detachably assembled. Alternatively, the waterproof care unit 22 may have a structure in which a waterproof part 18, consisting of a waterproof layer, is integrally formed by applying a non-permeable material to the care member 16.

[0027] Furthermore, in another embodiment of this product, the care member 16 may be positioned to be held in place by being sandwiched between the attached sheet-like body 12 and the face, rather than being fixedly attached to the waterproof part 18. In this case, for example, the facial care device may have a structure comprising a sheet-like body 12, ear loops 14 and a waterproof part 18, and the user can use it according to their own preferences by soaking their preferred skincare liquid, such as lotion or serum, into their preferred cotton or cloth material.

[0028] When using the facial care device 10 of this embodiment, for example, a waterproof care unit 22 having a care member 16 pre-soaked with a skincare liquid component is prepared, and the waterproof care unit 22 is attached to the left and right portions of the face-facing side of the sheet-like body 12, corresponding to the cheeks. Then, the face is covered with the sheet-like body 12 so that the care member 16 is in close contact with both cheeks, and the device is worn by hooking it over the ears via the ear loops 14. When the facial care device 10 is worn on the face, it looks similar to, for example, a conventional sanitary mask or ear-loop mask, so skincare can be performed without discomfort. As a result, there are fewer restrictions on the time, place, and situation of use, and skincare can be performed daily or at the user's preferred timing, and an improvement in usability can be expected compared to conventional face packs. If the skincare liquid component of the care member 16 runs out or dries out, the waterproof care unit 22 can be replaced with a new one.

[0029] Furthermore, the outer contour shape of the sheet-like body 12 is not limited to the roughly rectangular shape as in the above embodiment, but may be designed in a shape that suits the area of ​​care needed for the wearer's face. For example, as shown in Figure 4, the contour shape of the upper edge of the sheet-like body 12 may be formed in an uneven shape to better fit a wider area of ​​the face below the eyes. Specifically, the upper edge shape of the sheet-like body 12 is formed in a roughly arc shape, with the area around the nose in the left and right central part (13a) being convex upwards, while the parts covering both cheeks below the lower eyelids of the eyes on both sides (13b) are concave downwards, and the left and right end sides (13c) are formed to curve upwards. Furthermore, as shown in Figures 4(b) and 4(c), the left and right end edges of the sheet-like body 12 are formed with a width that is close to the wearer's ears, and are provided to sufficiently cover both cheeks of the wearer. Furthermore, the lower part of the sheet-like body 12 is provided with a width that covers the lower jaw. By forming the sheet-like body 12 in this manner, for example, the lower half (the part below the eyes) of a conventional face pack can be used as the care component 16. The waterproof portion 18 may be provided over the entire sheet-like body 12. Furthermore, even if the sheet-like body 12 has the outer contour shape shown in Figure 4, it may also have a structure with pleats or the like.

[0030] Furthermore, although the above embodiment described an arrangement in which the care member 16 is positioned in areas corresponding to both cheeks of the face, as shown in Figure 5, the care member 16 and waterproof part 18 may be positioned in an area corresponding to the nose. Alternatively, as shown in Figure 6, the care member 16 and waterproof part 18 may be positioned in an area corresponding to the mouth. In this case, it is preferable to provide holes in the care member 16 and waterproof part 18 in an area corresponding to the mouth to facilitate breathing. Also, as shown in the reference example in Figure 7, the care member 16 and waterproof part 18 may be positioned in a continuous area from both cheeks to the nose, that is, in an area excluding the area around the mouth. In the embodiment of Figure 7, the care member 16 is integrally formed in parts corresponding to both cheeks and the nose, and is formed in an overall inverted U shape. In this way, a facial care device can be designed with a configuration in which the care member 16, etc., is positioned in an area corresponding to the part of the face to be cared for.

[0031] Next, a second embodiment of the facial care device of the present invention will be described with reference to Figures 8 and 9. The same reference numerals are used for the same components as in the above-described embodiment, and detailed descriptions are omitted. In this embodiment, the facial care device 10-2 includes a sheet-like body 12, ear loops 14, a care member 16, and a waterproof part 18, similar to the above embodiment. In this embodiment, the mounting structure of the care member and the waterproof part 18 differs from that of the above embodiment.

[0032] The care member 16 and the waterproof part 18 are attached, for example, to the parts of the sheet-like body 12 corresponding to both cheeks. In this embodiment, the care member is detachably provided to the waterproof part 18. Specifically, the waterproof part 18 has a waterproof sheet material 20 made of a non-permeable sheet such as vinyl material, and is fixed to the sheet-like body 12.

[0033] As shown in Figures 8 and 9, locking pieces 24 are provided on both the left and right edges and the bottom edge of the waterproof sheet material 20 to grip and lock the edge of the care member 16. Specifically, the locking pieces 24 are provided in a roughly U-shape along the edge of the waterproof sheet material 20, forming a locking portion 26 that holds the care member 16 with most of the central part, which is the contact surface with the face of the care member 16, exposed. This allows the care member 16 to be easily attached to and detached from the sheet-like body 12. The locking pieces 24 are made of the same material as the waterproof sheet material 20, formed in a narrow strip shape, and while their outer edges are integrally fixed to the waterproof sheet material 20, they accommodate the outer edge of the care member 16 between the opposing surfaces of the waterproof sheet material 20 and the locking pieces 24, thereby holding and locking the care member 16 in place. The waterproof sheet material 20 may also be made detachable from the sheet-like body 12. Furthermore, the locking pieces 24 may be made of a water-permeable material. In that case, the skincare liquid component from the care member 16 can also be penetrated into the facial skin via the locking piece 24. Alternatively, the locking piece 24 may be attached to the sheet-like main body 12 without providing a waterproof sheet material 20, and the waterproof care unit 22 may be detachably attached via the locking piece 24.

[0034] In this embodiment as well, the same effects and advantages as in the above embodiment can be achieved, such as being able to wear it without discomfort and performing skincare routinely or at the user's preferred timing, regardless of time, place, or situation. Furthermore, the user can use the care member 16 with their preferred material or skincare liquid components. In addition, since the locking part 26 has an attachment structure that covers the lower edge of the care member 16, it can effectively prevent liquid from dripping from the care member. As a result, it is possible to prevent skincare liquid from dripping from the care member 16, which would wet areas other than the area being cared for, causing discomfort, or staining the user's clothes.

[0035] As shown in Figure 10, the care member 16 in this embodiment may be configured to be detachable from the waterproof part 18 via a locking part 26, and the waterproof part 18 and the care member 16 may be provided in the area corresponding to the nose. Also, as shown in Figures 11 and 12, the care member 16 in this embodiment may be configured to be detachable from the waterproof part 18 via a locking part 26, and the waterproof part 18 and the care member 16 may be provided in a continuous area from both cheeks to the nose. In the embodiment of Figure 11, the care member 16 is integrally formed in parts corresponding to both cheeks and the nose. In the embodiment of Figure 12, the care member 16 is formed in separate parts corresponding to the cheeks and the nose, and each is detachably arranged to be attached to the locking part 26 of the waterproof part 18.

[0036] Next, a reference example of a facial care device of the present invention will be described with reference to Figure 13. The same reference numerals are used for the same components as in the embodiments described above, and detailed descriptions are omitted. In this reference example, the facial care device 10-3 includes a sheet-like body 12, ear loops 14, a care member 16, and a waterproof part 18, similar to the embodiments described above. In this reference example, the mounting structure of the care member 16 and the waterproof part 18 differs from that of the embodiments described above.

[0037] In this reference example, the sheet-like body 12 has a structure with multiple pleats, for example, like a pleated mask. Note that the illustration of the pleats is omitted. As shown in Figure 13(a), the care member 16 and the waterproof part 18 are provided in the areas of the sheet-like body 12 that correspond to both cheeks, nose, and mouth on the face side, allowing for skin care over a wide area of ​​the lower half of the face.

[0038] The care member 16 and waterproof part 18 corresponding to both cheeks are designed so that their lower edges 161 align when the sheet-like body 12 is folded. The lower edges of the care member 16 and waterproof part 18 are sized to cover the lower part of both cheeks of the face and the lower edge of the jaw. As shown in Figure 13(b), when the pleats of the sheet-like body 12 are unfolded, the care member 162 and waterproof part 18 corresponding to the area around the mouth are shifted slightly downward, so that the care member 162 around the mouth is positioned approximately aligned with the lower edge 161 of the care member 16 corresponding to both cheeks, and adheres closely to the jaw. As a result, the care member 16 adheres closely to cover the lower edge of the jaw, preventing the skincare liquid components of the care member 16 from unexpectedly dripping from below. Furthermore, if the sheet-like body 12 has a flat sheet structure, a care member 16 and a waterproof part 18 may be provided along the lower edge of the sheet-like body 12 to create a drip-prevention structure.

[0039] This reference example can also achieve the same effects and benefits as the above embodiment, such as being able to wear it without discomfort and performing skincare routinely or at the user's preferred timing, regardless of time, place, or situation.

[0040] The facial care device of the present invention described above is not limited to the configuration of the embodiments described above, and any modifications may be made as long as they do not depart from the essence of the present invention as described in the claims. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0041] 10 Facial Care Tools 12 Sheet-shaped main body 14. Ear hook 16 Care components 18 Waterproof part 20 Waterproof sheet material 22 Waterproof Care Units 26 Locking part

Claims

1. A flexible sheet-like body provided to cover both cheeks, nose, and mouth of a person's face, The sheet-like body has ear loops fixed to both the left and right ends, A facial care device characterized by comprising a care member containing a skincare liquid component, which is positioned on the sheet-like main body in areas corresponding to either or more of the cheeks, nose, and mouth area on the facial side.

2. The facial care device according to claim 1, characterized in that a waterproof section is provided between the sheet-like main body and the care component.

3. The facial care device according to claim 2, characterized in that the care component is detachably provided to the waterproof part.

4. A flexible sheet-like body provided to cover both cheeks, nose, and mouth of a person's face, The sheet-like body has ear loops fixed to both the left and right ends, A facial care device characterized by comprising a waterproof section provided on the face side of the sheet-like main body in a location corresponding to one or more of the cheeks, nose, and mouth area, and a care member containing a skincare liquid component that can be placed and detached from the waterproof section on the face side.

5. The facial care device according to any one of claims 2 to 4, characterized in that the waterproof part has a waterproof sheet material that can be attached to and removed from the sheet-like main body.

6. A facial care device according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that a waterproof care unit is formed by assembling a waterproof part and a care member, and the waterproof care unit is detachably provided on a sheet-like body.

7. The facial care device according to any one of claims 2 to 4, characterized in that the waterproof portion has a locking portion that holds the outer edge portion of the care member in a clamping manner while exposing the contact surface of the care member with the face.

8. The facial care device according to any one of claims 2 to 4, characterized in that the waterproof portion is continuously provided in the areas corresponding to both cheeks and the nose of the sheet-like main body.

9. A facial care unit that is detachably attached to a flexible sheet-like body provided to cover both cheeks, nose, and mouth of a person's face, A care member containing a skincare liquid component is placed on the face side of the sheet-like body, A facial care unit characterized by having a waterproof part integrally assembled to the sheet-like main body side of the care member.

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