Earlobe ornaments

Abstract

The objective is to provide an adhesive earlobe ornament that offers enhanced adhesion to the earlobe during wear and allows for easy removal and replacement of the adhesive tape after use. [Solution] The earlobe ornament 10 is an earlobe ornament used by being attached to the earlobe, and comprises a first tape 12 having a medium-tacky double-sided adhesive tape for skin attachment that is attached to the earlobe, a second tape 14 having a highly tacky double-sided adhesive tape, a metal plate portion 16 sandwiched between the first tape 12 and the second tape 14, and a decorative portion 18 suspended via a decorative portion mounting hole provided in the metal plate portion 16, wherein the metal plate portion 16 has a groove formed on the surface to which the first tape 12 is attached.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a stick-on earring worn on the ear, particularly to a decorative device for the ear that is attached using an adhesive tape.

Background Art

[0002] Conventionally, stick-on piercings and earrings that can be worn without piercing the ear have been proposed. For example, Patent Document 1 discloses an ornament pedestal characterized by including a body attachment part formed with an attachment surface to which an attachment member is attached, an extension part extending from a surface of the body attachment part other than the attachment surface with a length that can be pinched by a person's finger, and a decoration attachment part formed at an end of the extension part.

[0003] Patent Document 2 discloses an ear ornament that is attached to the ear and used, comprising a first tape attached to the ear and a second tape to which at least one decorative piece for decorating the ear is attached, and the first tape is a medium-adhesive double-sided adhesive tape for skin attachment.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0004]

Patent Document 1

Patent Document 2

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0005] In the ornaments of Patent Documents 1 and 2 above, a configuration is known in which an adhesive tape is attached to a metal plate, worn on the ear, and then a decoration part is suspended from the plate.

[0006] However, with conventional technology, the smooth surface between the plate and the adhesive tape made it easy for air bubbles to form during application, sometimes resulting in poor adhesion. Furthermore, when replacing the adhesive tape, there was a problem with the tape adhering too tightly to the plate surface, making it difficult to remove.

[0007] The present invention aims to solve the above-mentioned problems by providing an adhesive earlobe ornament that adheres well to the earlobe when worn and can be easily replaced by peeling off the adhesive tape after use. [Means for solving the problem]

[0008] The earlobe ornament according to the present invention is an earlobe ornament used by being attached to the earlobe, and comprises a first tape having a medium-tacky double-sided adhesive tape for skin attachment that is attached to the earlobe, a second tape having a high-tacky double-sided adhesive tape, a metal plate portion sandwiched between the first tape and the second tape, and a decorative portion suspended through a decorative portion mounting hole provided in the metal plate portion, wherein the metal plate portion has a groove formed on the surface to which the first tape is attached.

[0009] Furthermore, in the earlobe ornament according to the present invention, it is preferable that the grooves are formed in a grid-like pattern consisting of multiple intersecting grooves.

[0010] Furthermore, in the earlobe ornament according to the present invention, it is preferable that the metal plate portion is made of brass. [Effects of the Invention]

[0011] According to this invention, the earlobe adheres more securely when worn, and the adhesive tape can be easily peeled off and replaced after use. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0012] [Figure 1] This is a front view of an earlobe ornament according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2]This is a side view of an earlobe ornament according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 3] These are a front view and a side view of a metal plate for an earlobe ornament according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 4] This figure shows a replacement sheet for the first tape of an earlobe ornament according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 5] This diagram shows the procedure for replacing the first tape of an earlobe ornament according to an embodiment of the present invention using a replacement sheet. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0013] Embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the following, the same reference numerals will be used for similar elements in all drawings, and redundant explanations will be omitted. In addition, in the descriptions within the text, reference numerals previously mentioned will be used as necessary.

[0014] Figure 1 is a front view of the earlobe ornament 10 according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 is a side view of the earlobe ornament 10 according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3 is a front view and a side view of the metal plate portion 16 of the earlobe ornament 10 according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0015] The earlobe ornament 10 comprises a first tape 12, a second tape 14, a metal plate portion 16, and a decorative portion 18.

[0016] The first tape 12 comprises a surface 20 that is attached to the earlobe and a surface 22 opposite to surface 20. The first tape 12 is a double-sided tape for skin application containing an acrylic adhesive. The thickness of the first tape 12 is preferably 0.08 to 0.20 mm, and more preferably 0.12 mm.

[0017] The adhesive strength of the first tape 12 is preferably a medium-tack type tape with a value of 3.4 N / cm to 5.4 N / cm measured against a polypropylene board, and more preferably a medium-tack type tape with a value of 4.4 N / cm.

[0018] The shape of the first tape 12 is preferably circular with a diameter of 2 mm to 10 mm, more preferably circular with a diameter of 7 mm, but may be a shape other than circular, such as an ellipse. The color of the first tape 12 is colorless and transparent.

[0019] The second tape 14 includes a surface 26 opposite to the surface 24 to which the decorative piece 15 is attached. The second tape 14 is a double-sided tape for skin sticking containing an acrylic-based adhesive. The thickness of the second tape 12 is preferably 0.08 to 0.33 mm, more preferably 0.11 mm.

[0020] The adhesive force of the second tape 14 is preferably a high-adhesion type tape with a value measured on a polypropylene plate of 6.7 N to 11.3 N / cm, more preferably a high-adhesion type tape of 11.3 N / cm.

[0021] The shape of the second tape 14 is preferably circular with a diameter of 2 mm to 10 mm, more preferably circular with a diameter of 7 mm, but may be a shape other than circular, such as an ellipse. The color of the second tape 14 is colorless and transparent. The decorative piece 15 is composed of, for example, a glass decorative piece with a special cut or the like that emits a glow.

[0022] The metal plate portion 16 is composed of a brass disc with a diameter of about 7 mm and a thickness of about 0.6 mm. A high-adhesive double-sided adhesive tape with a thickness of about 0.15 mm is adhered to one surface of the plate, and a medium-adhesive double-sided adhesive tape with a thickness of about 0.1 mm is adhered to the other surface, thereby enabling it to be worn on the earlobe.

[0023] In this configuration, a grid-like groove 16a consisting of intersecting vertical and horizontal grooves is formed on the surface of the metal plate portion 16 facing the earlobe (the surface to which the first tape 12 is attached). This groove 16a is formed, for example, by etching or pressing, and has a depth and width that is visible to the naked eye. The presence of the groove 16a makes it difficult for air to accumulate between the groove and the adhesive tape during application, improving adhesion.

[0024] Furthermore, some of the adhesive enters the groove 16a, suppressing slippage of the adhesive surface and improving the stability of attachment to the earlobe. In addition, when peeling off the adhesive tape, the groove 16a makes it easier to see and grasp the end of the tape, making replacement work easier. Moreover, the groove 16a functions as a visual marker, which has the advantage of making it easier to check the application status of the adhesive tape and when it is time to replace it.

[0025] The metal plate portion 16 is made of a material with appropriate strength, such as brass, which is an alloy of copper and zinc. The thickness of the metal plate portion 16 is preferably 0.4 mm to 0.8 mm, and more preferably 0.6 mm. In terms of shape, a circle with a diameter of 2 mm to 10 mm is preferred, and a diameter of 7 mm is particularly preferred, but other shapes such as an ellipse are also acceptable.

[0026] Furthermore, a through-hole 17 with a diameter of approximately 1 mm is formed on the outer circumference of the metal plate portion 16, and a metal decorative charm is suspended from this hole. The plate is silver in color, but it can be changed to gold or other colors to match the color of the decorative portion 18, for example, by gold plating.

[0027] The decorative section 18 comprises a chain section 28 connected to a through hole 17 in the metal plate section 16, and an ornament 30 attached to the chain section 28. The chain section 28 comprises, for example, a ring-shaped chain made of a material such as silver, and a connecting member that connects the chain to the ornament 30. The ornament 30 can be made using, for example, a part formed by processing a white pearl, but of course, other ornaments can also be used.

[0028] As shown in Figure 2, the metal plate portion 16 is sandwiched between the first tape 12 and the second tape 14. Specifically, one side of the metal plate portion 16 is bonded to the surface 22 of the first tape 12, and the other side of the metal plate portion 16 is bonded to the surface 26 of the second tape 14. As a result, the first tape 12, the second tape 14, and the metal plate portion 16 are in a layered relationship.

[0029] Next, the effects of the earlobe ornament 10 described above will be explained. As mentioned above, the first tape 12 that is attached to the earlobe is made of a medium-tack tape. Therefore, when the surface 20 of the first tape 12 is attached to the earlobe, it is attached to the earlobe with appropriate adhesive strength, so the earlobe ornament 10 will not peel off the earlobe with even a slight impact. As a result, compared to the case in which a gel film with low tackiness is used, the earlobe ornament 10 can be firmly attached to the earlobe.

[0030] Another advantage of the first tape 12 being made of a medium-tack tape is that when removing the earlobe ornament 10 after use, it can be easily removed by holding the earlobe with the fingers of one hand and pulling the earlobe ornament 10 with the fingers of the other hand. This has the advantage of allowing the earlobe ornament 10 to be removed from the earlobe relatively easily without the pain of peeling off a highly tacky tape.

[0031] As described above, by using the earlobe ornament 10, it does not easily peel off when attached to the earlobe, and it does not cause pain when removed. Furthermore, since the earlobe ornament 10 does not require piercing the earlobe like earrings, it has the effect of allowing people to easily enjoy fashionable accessories.

[0032] Furthermore, the grooves 16a formed in the metal plate portion 16 serve as air escape routes on the adhesive surface of the adhesive tape, thereby improving the adhesion between the tape and the plate. In addition, some of the adhesive can enter the grooves, which helps to suppress slippage and improves stability during use. Moreover, the grooves 16a make it easier to see and grasp the end of the tape when replacing it, which has the advantage of facilitating the replacement process.

[0033] Furthermore, the second tape 14 to which the decorative piece 15 is attached is made of a high-tack tape. By making the second tape 14, which does not need to be attached to the earlobe, highly tacky, there is the advantage that the decorative piece 15 can be firmly attached and secured.

[0034] Furthermore, since the metal plate portion 16 is sandwiched between the first tape 12 and the second tape 14, the earlobe ornament 10 can have appropriate strength. Therefore, even if the weight of the decorative portion 18 is increased, the shape of the earlobe ornament 10 can be maintained, which is an advantage.

[0035] Furthermore, by replacing the first tape 12 on the metal plate portion 16, if the adhesive strength of the first tape 12 decreases after use, the earlobe ornament 10 can be reused by simply replacing the first tape 12 with a new one.

[0036] Next, a method for replacing the first tape 12 (double-sided adhesive tape for skin application) when its adhesive strength decreases after use of the earlobe ornament 10 will be described. Figure 4 is a perspective view showing the configuration of the replacement sheet 32 ​​(replacement sheet for the double-sided adhesive tape for skin application) in the earlobe ornament 10 according to an embodiment of the present invention, and Figure 5 is a process diagram showing the replacement procedure.

[0037] The replacement sheet 32 ​​is constructed by attaching multiple replacement tapes 36 to a transparent PET release film 34, with each tape being arranged at equal intervals. Each replacement tape 36 comprises a first tape 12 and a white release paper 38. One side of the first tape 12 (the plate adhesive side) is covered by the release paper 38, and the other side (the earlobe adhesive side) is attached to the release film 34.

[0038] The release film 34 is formed by coating a PET film substrate with a silicone-based release agent and is colorless and transparent. The release film 34 is also provided with slits 34a at positions corresponding to each replacement tape 36. The slits 34a are notches provided in a part of the film, allowing the user to bend and indent the film with their fingers or fingernails, thus making the removal process easier. In particular, as shown in Figure 4, the slits 34a are formed in a straight line along the center of the replacement tapes 36 (circular) arranged in the row direction, thus playing a role in making it easier to bend the film.

[0039] The release paper 38 is made of a paper base material with a polyethylene sealing layer interposed therebetween, and is coated with a silicone-based release agent, and is white in color. The shape of the release paper 38 is designed according to the outer shape of the first tape 12, and for example, a circle with a diameter of 7 mm is preferred, but it may also be oval or other shapes.

[0040] The procedure for replacing the tape is as follows: First, the used first tape 12 is peeled off the metal plate portion 16 using fingers, fingernails, or tweezers, as shown in Figure 5(a). In particular, the groove 16a formed in the metal plate portion 16 makes it easy to see and grasp the end of the tape, allowing the user to easily remove the tape. Then, as shown in Figure 5(b), the release paper 38 is peeled off one of the replacement tapes 36 on the replacement sheet 32 ​​to expose the adhesive surface (surface 22).

[0041] Next, the grooved surface of the metal plate portion 16 is positioned to align with the adhesive surface of the first tape 12 from which the release paper 38 has been peeled off, and it is pressed and attached as shown in Figure 5(c). After this, as shown in Figure 5(d), the user can easily lift and remove the film by bending the film using the notches 34a formed in the release film 34. In particular, because the notches 34a are formed in a straight line, the operation of bending the film with fingers or nails can be performed in a well-balanced manner, and the film can be peeled off smoothly without bias in the peeling direction. As a result, the replacement work can be performed quickly and reliably, improving the operability and comfort of the wearer.

[0042] After the application is complete, the user bends the release film 34 at the slit 34a, as shown in Figure 4, to expose half of the surface of the first tape 12. In this state, the user holds the release film 34 with the remaining side and slowly lifts the metal plate portion 16 with the other hand, easily peeling off the metal plate portion 16 to which the first tape 12 has been replaced.

[0043] This operation transfers the first tape 12 to the metal plate portion 16 of the earlobe ornament 10, completing the replacement process. In particular, the slit 34a provided in the release film 34 allows the film to be easily bent and indented with a finger or fingernail, distributing the force applied to the edge of the metal plate portion 16 and allowing the tape to be transferred to the ornament smoothly and effortlessly.

[0044] This configuration improves the overall workability of the replacement operation and enables intuitive and reliable operation for the user. After replacement, it is preferable to store the decorative item 10 in a transparent case or the like from the viewpoint of protecting the adhesive surface and ensuring hygiene. [Explanation of symbols]

[0045] 10 Earlobe ornament, 12 First tape, 14 Second tape, 15 Decorative piece, 16 Metal plate part, 16a Groove, 17 Through hole, 18 Decorative part, 20, 22, 24, 26 Surfaces, 28 Chain part, 30 Ornament, 32 Replacement sheet, 34 Release film, 34a Slit, 36 Replacement tape, 38 Release paper.

Claims

1. An earlobe ornament that is attached to the earlobe, A first tape having a medium-tacky double-sided adhesive tape for skin application, which is attached to the earlobe, A second tape having a highly adhesive double-sided adhesive tape, A metal plate portion sandwiched between the first tape and the second tape, A decorative part is suspended via a decorative part mounting hole provided in the metal plate portion, Equipped with, The earlobe ornament is characterized in that the metal plate portion has a groove formed on the surface to which the first tape is attached.

2. In the earlobe ornament according to claim 1, The earlobe ornament is characterized in that the groove is formed in a grid-like pattern consisting of multiple intersecting grooves.

3. In the earlobe ornament according to claim 1, An ear ornament characterized in that the aforementioned metal plate portion is made of brass.

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