Hair splitting nozzle for supplying liquid formulation to the scalp

The applicator's splitter and pillar design allows for efficient delivery of formulations to the scalp by separating hair bundles, overcoming application challenges and ensuring uniform distribution.

JP2026523102APending Publication Date: 2026-07-10LOREAL SA

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
JP · JP
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
LOREAL SA
Filing Date
2023-06-29
Publication Date
2026-07-10

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing applicators struggle to efficiently deliver formulations to the scalp without obstructing hair, leading to uneven application and potential wastage of products.

Method used

The applicator features a nozzle with first and second splitters and pillars that gather and separate hair bundles, allowing formulations to be applied directly to the scalp by moving in specific directions, accompanied by a pressure generator and optical sensors for precise application.

Benefits of technology

Enables precise and efficient delivery of formulations to the scalp, bypassing hair interference, ensuring uniform application and optimal product utilization.

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Abstract

An applicator comprising: at least one nozzle configured to discharge one or more formulations into a surface; a first splitter disposed on a first side of at least one nozzle; and a first plurality of pillars located at the end of the first splitter, wherein the first plurality of pillars are configured to gather hairs on the surface into two or more bundles when the applicator is moved in a first direction, and the first splitter is configured to separate two or more bundles in the first direction to expose a portion of the surface.
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