Applicator for applying a cosmetic composition

Abstract

An applicator (1) for applying a cosmetic composition to the human body, comprising a main body (2) and an application body (3), wherein: the main body (2) and the application body (3) are formed in one piece from plastic; the application body (3) is provided at least partly with flock fibers (4); the application body (3) is in the form of a spatula and has a first main face (5) and a second main face (6); and a resilient constriction (7) is formed in the transition region between the main body (2) and the application body (3).

Description

[0001] JF01P036WO ^EISER&t PARTNER PATENT ATTORNEYS

[0002] patent application

[0003] Applicant: Vinceni Property II GmbH, 68163 Mannheim

[0004] Applicator for applying a cosmetic composition

[0005] The invention relates to an applicator for applying a cosmetic composition to the human body, comprising a base body and an application body, wherein the base body and the application body are formed in one piece from plastic and wherein the application body is provided with flock fibers at least partially.

[0006] Applicators are generally known for applying liquid cosmetics to the face. Flocked applicators, for example, are used to pick up and apply lip gloss, but also mascara, eyebrow product, concealer, foundation, or hair care products. To pick up and apply the product, the applicator is dipped into a cosmetic container. After removing the applicator, the cosmetic adheres to the flock fibers and is then applied to parts of the body, especially the face, such as the eyelids and cheeks.

[0007] The problem with eyeshadow, and also with blush, is that the cosmetic composition used is often pasty or powdery, and that facial features such as the eyelids and cheeks have curved contours. Applying cosmetics to these areas of the face with current applicators is therefore particularly difficult.

[0008] The invention is based on the objective of providing an applicator for applying a cosmetic composition, which improves the targeted application of powdered or pasty cosmetics.

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[0010] This problem is solved by the features of claim 1. Advantageous embodiments are described in the dependent claims.

[0011] The applicator according to the invention for applying a cosmetic composition to the human body comprises a base body and an application body, wherein the base body and the application body are formed in one piece from plastic, wherein the application body is provided at least partially with flock fibers, wherein the application body is spatula-shaped and has a first main surface and a second main surface, wherein a spring-like constriction is formed in the transition area between the base body and the application body.

[0012] The spatula-shaped design of the applicator, with its first and second main surfaces, allows for the application of a particularly large quantity of pasty and / or powdery cosmetics to the human body. In one embodiment, the applicator is completely flocked, while in a second embodiment, only the two main surfaces are flocked. Because the applicator is flocked at least on the two main surfaces in both embodiments, a particularly large quantity of cosmetics can adhere to it.

[0013] The constriction arranged between the application body and the base body, which is preferably designed as a diameter reduction, provides a resilient connection between the application body and the base body. The constriction borders directly on the base body on one side and directly on the application body on the other. Diameter reduction, as defined in the invention, means that the cross-sectional area of ​​the constriction is smaller than the cross-sectional areas of the application body and the base body.

[0014] Accordingly, diameter reduction within the meaning of the invention also includes a reduction of the cross-sectional area. The spring-loaded constriction allows the application body to pivot during the application of the cosmetic. This makes it possible to apply cosmetics in a targeted manner and in the desired direction. 11.12.2025JF01P036WO ^EISER&t PARTNER PATENTANWÄLTE

[0015] The product can also be applied to highly contoured areas of the face, such as the eyelid or cheek. The geometric design of the constriction depends on the flexibility of the material from which the applicator body is made. The applicator body can be designed in such a way that it remains dimensionally stable and that any movement of the applicator body is only possible via the constriction.

[0016] The applicator body preferably has a width, a length, and a thickness, with the width being at least twice the thickness. The length is the length of the applicator body viewed in the axial direction of the applicator, and the width is the extent extending perpendicular to the length of the applicator body. The thickness, in turn, extends perpendicular to the width of the applicator body. Because the width of the applicator body is at least twice the thickness, a flat, spatula-shaped contour of the applicator body is obtained, with the two main sides capable of holding a particularly large quantity of cosmetic product.

[0017] The first and second main surfaces of the applicator body can be oval-shaped when viewed from above. This improves the application of cosmetics to hard-to-reach areas of the face. Handling of the applicator can be further improved if the applicator body tapers to a point at the free end.

[0018] The flock fibers preferably comprise fibers with a fiber fineness between 1.7 dtex and 3.3 dtex. Fibers with such a fineness have a soft feel and allow for the absorption of a large quantity of cosmetics.

[0019] The flock fibers can have a length between 0.5 mm and 1.5 mm. Flock fibers with a length between 0.5 mm and 1.5 mm can be cut, which has a beneficial effect on the material quality and the uniformity of the fiber length. Fibers of this length allow for the absorption of a large quantity of cosmetics, which can then be effectively released.

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[0021] The flock fibers are preferably attached to the application body by means of an adhesive layer. The thickness of the adhesive layer is preferably about 1 / 10 the length of the flock fibers. The flock fibers are preferably applied to the application body by electrostatic flocking. During electrostatic flocking, the flock fibers align themselves perpendicular to the surface of the application body and penetrate the adhesive bed perpendicularly, so that the flock fibers protrude perpendicularly from the application body. Large quantities of cosmetics can be absorbed and easily released in the resulting spaces between the flock fibers. Furthermore, the perpendicularly protruding fibers give the flock on the application body a particularly pleasant feel.

[0022] Preferably, the length of the applicator body is a maximum of 30 mm and its thickness a maximum of 10 mm. Overall, the applicator is thus large compared to applicators known from the prior art, and due to the small cross-section of the constriction, the applicator body is very flexible relative to the base body, allowing it to be swivelled very easily. This enables particularly precise application of cosmetics to specific areas of the body.

[0023] Some embodiments of the applicator according to the invention are described in more detail below with reference to the figures. The figures show, schematically:

[0024] Fig. 1 shows a first embodiment of the applicator in a top view;

[0025] Fig. 2 shows the applicator according to Fig. 1 in side view;

[0026] Fig. 3 shows an applicator according to a second embodiment in a top view;

[0027] Fig. 4 shows the applicator according to Fig. 3 in side view.

[0028] The figures show an applicator 1 for applying a cosmetic composition to the human body. According to an advantageous use, the applicator 1 according to the invention serves for applying cosmetics, in particular to the eyebrows, as well as eyeshadow or blush.

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[0030] The applicator 1 comprises a base body 2 and an application body 3, wherein the base body 2 and the application body 3 are formed in one piece from plastic as an injection-molded part. The application body 3 is provided with flock fibers 4, wherein the flock fibers 4 are applied to the application body 3 by electrostatic flocking and are bonded to the application body 3 by means of an adhesive layer. The flock fibers 4 are shown in Figures 1 and 3 only as examples in a small area of ​​the application body 3. In the two embodiments shown in Figures 1 to 4, the application body 3 is completely covered with flock fibers 4.

[0031] The application body 3 is spatula-shaped and has a first main surface 5 and a second main surface 6. A resilient constriction 7 is formed in the transition area between the base body 2 and the application body 3.

[0032] According to a first embodiment, the flock fibers 4 have a fiber fineness of 1.7 dtex, and according to a second embodiment, a fiber fineness of 3.3 dtex. The length of the flock fibers 4 is 0.5 mm according to a first embodiment and 1.5 mm according to a second embodiment.

[0033] The first main surface 5 and the second main surface 6 of the application body 3 are oval-shaped when viewed from above and taper to a point at the free end.

[0034] In the embodiment shown in Figures 1 and 2, the application body 3 has a width B, a length L, and a thickness D, where the width B is three times the thickness D. The length of the application body is 10 mm, the width of the application body is 7.5 mm, and the thickness D of the application body 3 is 2.5 mm. The constriction 7 is oval in cross-section, and the extent of its main axis is 2.75 mm.

[0035] The applicator 1 according to Figures 3 and 4 has an application body 3 with a width B of 6 mm, a length L of 12 mm and a thickness D of 1 mm. Accordingly, the width B is six times the thickness D.

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[0037] 6

[0038] Constriction 7 has a rectangular cross-section and a maximum edge length of 3.5 mm.

[0039] December 11, 2025

Claims

JF01P036WO ^EISER&t PARTNER PATENT ATTORNEYS Patent claims 1. Applicator (1) for applying a cosmetic composition to the human body, comprising a base body (2) and an application body (3), wherein the base body (2) and the application body (3) are formed in one piece from plastic, wherein the application body (3) is provided at least partially with flock fibers (4), wherein the application body (3) is spatula-shaped and has a first main surface (5) and a second main surface (6), wherein a resilient constriction (7) is formed in the transition area between the base body (2) and the application body (3).

2. Applicator according to claim 1, characterized in that the application body (3) has a width (B), a length (L) and a thickness (D), wherein the width (B) is at least twice the thickness (D).

3. Applicator according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the first main surface (5) and the second main surface (6) of the application body (3) are oval when viewed from above.

4. Applicator according to one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the application body (3) tapers to a point at the free end.

5. Applicator according to one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that the flock fibers (4) have a fiber fineness between 1.7 dtex and 3.3 dtex.

6. Applicator according to one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that the flock fibers (4) have a length between 0.5 mm and 1.5 mm.

7. Applicator according to one of claims 2 to 6, characterized in that the length (L) of the application body (3) is a maximum of 30 mm. 11.12.2025JF01P036WO ^EISER&t PARTNER PATENT ATTORNEYS 8 8. Applicator according to one of claims 2 to 7, characterized in that the thickness D of the application body (3) is a maximum of 10 mm.

9. Applicator according to one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that the extent of the constriction (7) is a maximum of 8 mm. December 11, 2025

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