Improvements in and relating to application of cosmetics
The magnetic cosmetic holder apparatus addresses the inconvenience of existing cosmetic holding systems by enabling easy exchange and selection of cosmetic containers and applicators, improving user convenience and efficiency for makeup artists.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- WO · WO
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- MKCUK LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-12-22
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-02
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Abstract
Description
[0001] IMPROVEMENTS IN AND RELATING TO APPLICATION OF COSMETICS
[0002] FIELD OF INVENTION
[0003] The present invention relates to cosmetics, particularly though not exclusively to apparatus for holding cosmetics.
[0004] BACKGROUND TO THE INVENTION
[0005] There exist a variety of cosmetics products and cosmetics applicators and a variety of apparatus for holding those. A make up artist may have a large set of make up colours and may be doing make up for a number of wearers but may only need a small selection of colours for a given wearer. Known apparatus for holding cosmetics may be awkward to use, particularly when a make up artists is doing make up for several wearers.
[0006] Accordingly, the present invention aims to address at least one disadvantage associated with apparatus for holding cosmetics whether discussed herein or otherwise.
[0007] SUMMARY OF INVENTION
[0008] According to a first aspect of the invention there is provided an apparatus for holding cosmetics, wherein the apparatus comprises:
[0009] (i) a support member; and
[0010] (ii) a container for cosmetics; and
[0011] wherein the apparatus is adapted such that, in use, the container can be releasably mounted on the support member.
[0012] Suitably, the apparatus is adapted such that, in use, the container can be magnetically mounted on the support member.
[0013] Suitably, the container and the support member have a magnetic attraction between them such that, in use, the container can be magnetically mounted on the support member.
[0014] Suitably, the apparatus comprises a plurality of containers for cosmetics. The apparatus may comprise containers for powder cosmetics. The apparatus may comprise containers for liquid cosmetics.Suitably, the apparatus is adapted such that, in use, a plurality of containers can be releasably mounted on the support member. Suitably, the apparatus is adapted such that, in use, a plurality of containers can be magnetically mounted on the support member.
[0015] Suitably, the containers and the support member have a magnetic attraction between them such that, in use, the containers can be magnetically mounted on the support member.
[0016] Suitably, the apparatus is adapted such that, in use, two or more of a plurality of containers can be selectively mounted on the support member.
[0017] Suitably, the support member comprises a board. Suitably, the support member is a palette board. Suitably, the support member comprises stainless steel. Suitably, the support member is a stainless steel sheet. Suitably, the support member comprises magnetic stainless steel. The support member may comprise martensitic stainless steel. The support member may comprise ferritic stainless steel.
[0018] Suitably, the support member comprises a wipe clean surface. Suitably, the support member comprises a smooth surface. Suitably, the support member is adapted such that, in use, make up can be mixed directly on its surface. Suitably, the apparatus is adapted such that, in use, make up can be mixed in containers mounted on the support member and / or directly on the support member.
[0019] Suitably, the support member is adapted to be hand held. Suitably, the support member is adapted to be held in a single hand.
[0020] Suitably, the support member comprises first and second edges. Suitably, the second edge is the opposed edge of the support member to the first edge.
[0021] Suitably, the support member comprises third and fourth edges. Suitably, the fourth edge is the opposed edge of the support member to the third edge. Suitably, the third edge extends between the first and second edges. Suitably, the fourth edge extends between the second and first edges. Suitably, the joins between the edges are curved.
[0022] Suitably, the distance between the first and second edges is less at a mid region than it is at the points the first and second edges meet the third and fourth edges.
[0023] Suitably, the distance between the third and fourth edges is substantially uniform.Suitably, the support member has a width of between 60mm and 100mm from the first to the second edge at its narrowest part. Suitably, the support member has a width of between 75mm and 90mm from the first to the second edge at its narrowest part.
[0024] Suitably, the support member has a width of between 100mm and 150mm from the first to the second edge at its widest part. Suitably, the support member has a width of between 110mm and 130mm from the first to the second edge at its widest part.
[0025] Suitably, the support member has a length of between 130mm and 190mm from the third to the fourth edge at its shortest part. Suitably, the support member has a length of between 130mm and 190mm from the third to the fourth edge at its longest part. Suitably, the support member has a length of between 150mm and 170mm from the third to the fourth edge at its longest part and at its shortest part.
[0026] Suitably, the support member is ergonomically shaped. Suitably, the support member has concave parts on a first edge thereof adapted to accommodate a user’s fingers in use. Suitably, the support member has a wave like shape on the first edge thereof which includes four concave parts.
[0027] Suitably, the support member has a concave part on a second edge thereof adapted to accommodate a user’s thumb in use.
[0028] Suitably, the second edge is the opposed edge of the support memberto the first edge and each of the first and second edges have concave parts.
[0029] Suitably, the support member is adapted such that, in use, a part of the support member between first and second edges of the support member can rest on the palm of a user’s hand.
[0030] Suitably, the apparatus comprises a container for cosmetics which comprises a magnetic part. Suitably, the apparatus comprises a container for cosmetics which has a base adapted, in use, to sit on the support member and which includes a magnetic part.
[0031] Suitably, the apparatus comprises a container for cosmetics which comprises a magnet. Suitably, the apparatus comprises a container for cosmetics which has a base adapted, in use, to sit on the support member and which includes a magnet.
[0032] Suitably, the container comprises a container body defining a receptacle for cosmetics and having a base defining a cavity in which a magnet is located. Suitably, the container body comprises a plastics material.Suitably, the container is washable. Suitably, the support member is washable.
[0033] Suitably, the magnet locates into the base cavity of the container body with an interference fit. Suitably, the container body comprises a plastics material and the magnet is sealed in place such that, in use, the container can be washed without the magnet being exposed to any water.
[0034] Suitably, the magnet is secured in place with a resin. Suitably, the magnet is covered with a resin such that, in use, the container can be washed without the magnet being exposed to any water.
[0035] Suitably, the apparatus comprises a plurality of containers for cosmetics which comprise a magnetic part. Suitably, the apparatus comprises a plurality of containers for cosmetics which have a base adapted, in use, to sit on the support member and which includes a magnetic part.
[0036] Suitably, the apparatus comprises a plurality of containers for cosmetics which comprise a magnet. Suitably, the apparatus comprises a plurality of containers for cosmetics which have a base adapted, in use, to sit on the support member and which includes a magnet.
[0037] Suitably, the apparatus comprises a plurality of containers which comprise a container body defining a receptacle for cosmetics and having a base defining a cavity in which a magnet is located.
[0038] Suitably, the apparatus comprises a plurality of containers which have a magnet which locates into a base cavity of a container body with an interference fit. Suitably, the apparatus comprises a plurality of containers which have a magnet secured in place with a resin. Suitably, the apparatus comprises a plurality of containers which have a magnet covered with a resin such that, in use, the container can be washed without the magnet being exposed to any water.
[0039] Suitably, the apparatus comprises a container adapted such that cosmetics can be decanted into it in use. Suitably, the container is adapted to act as a temporary store for cosmetics whilst they are in use. The container may be provided with a cover. Suitably, the container may be provided with a cover which comprises a silicon sheet.
[0040] Suitably, the apparatus is adapted such that, in use, it provides a temporary store of cosmetics.
[0041] Suitably, the apparatus is adapted such that, in use, it provides a temporary store of cosmetics suitable to allow a make up artist to do the make up of a first wearer and which suitably allowsthe make up artist to change the containers mounted on the support member to allow them to do the make up of a second wearer.
[0042] Suitably, the support member is adapted such that a container with a magnetic part can be releasably mounted in place on it by magnetic force. Suitably, the support member is adapted such that a plurality of containers with magnetic parts can be releasably mounted in place on it by magnetic force.
[0043] Suitably, the support member is adapted such that a container with a magnet can be releasably mounted in place on it by magnetic force. Suitably, the support member is adapted such that a plurality of containers with magnets can be releasably mounted in place on it by magnetic force.
[0044] Suitably, the apparatus is adapted such that the magnetic attractive force between containers and the support member is such that, in use, containers will not slide off the support member if it is tilted to an angle of at least 20 degrees to the horizontal but is such that a user can overcome the magnetic force by pulling a container away from the support member or pushing a container off the support member.
[0045] Suitably, the apparatus is adapted such that the magnetic attractive force between containers and the support member is such that, in use, containers will not slide off the support member if it is tilted to an angle of at least 45 degrees to the horizontal but is such that a user can overcome the magnetic force by pulling a container away from the support member or pushing a container off the support member.
[0046] Suitably, the apparatus is adapted such that the magnetic attractive force between containers and the support member is such that, in use, containers will not slide off the support member if it is tilted to an angle of at least 90 degrees to the horizontal but is such that a user can overcome the magnetic force by pulling a container away from the support member or pushing a container off the support member.
[0047] Suitably, the support member comprises a magnetic material. Suitably, the support member comprises a support surface made of magnetic material adapted, in use, to be sat on by the base of one or more containers for cosmetics.
[0048] The support member may comprise a ferromagnetic material. The support member may comprise a support surface made of ferromagnetic material adapted, in use, to be sat on by the base of one or more containers for cosmetics.Suitably, the support member has a first surface on one side thereof extending between said edges and a second surface on a second, opposed, side thereof extending between said edges. Suitably, each of the first and second surfaces comprises magnetic material. Each of the first and second surfaces may comprise ferromagnetic material. Suitably, each of the first and second surfaces can act as a support surface in use such that the support member can be used either way up in either hand to suit a user’s requirements.
[0049] Suitably, the support member comprises a stainless steel sheet with the first and second surfaces being the opposed faces of the stainless steel sheet.
[0050] Suitably, the apparatus comprises an apparatus for holding cosmetics and cosmetics applicators. Suitably, the apparatus comprises an apparatus for holding cosmetics and cosmetics brushes.
[0051] Suitably, the apparatus comprises a holder for one or more cosmetics applicators. Suitably, the apparatus comprises a holder for one or more cosmetics brushes. Suitably, the holder comprises one or more chambers into which cosmetics applicators can be placed. Suitably, the holder comprises first and second chambers into which cosmetics applicators can be placed.
[0052] Suitably, there is provided there an apparatus for holding cosmetics, wherein the apparatus comprises:
[0053] (i) a support member;
[0054] (ii) a container for cosmetics; and
[0055] (iii) a holder for cosmetics applicators; and
[0056] wherein the apparatus is adapted such that, in use:
[0057] the container (ii) can be releasably mounted on the support member; and
[0058] the holder (iii) can be releasably connected to the support member.
[0059] Suitably, the apparatus is adapted such that, in use, the holder (iii) for cosmetics applicators can be hooked to the support member. Suitably, the apparatus is adapted such that, in use, the holder (iii) for cosmetics applicators can be connected to the support member by being hung from it.
[0060] Suitably, the holder (iii) for cosmetics applicators comprises a body defining one or more chambers for cosmetics applicators and comprises one or more connecting members for connecting to the support member in use.
[0061] Suitably, the holder (iii) comprises two chambers for cosmetics applicators. Suitably, the holder (iii) comprises two connecting members.Suitably, the support member comprises an aperture into which a connecting member of the holder (iii) can locate, in use. Suitably, the support member comprises two apertures and the holder (iii) comprises two connecting members. Suitably, in use, a connecting member of the holder can locate into each aperture of the support member such that the holder (iii) can be hooked to the support member. Suitably, the support member comprises two apertures and the holder (iii) comprises two connecting members such that, in use, a connecting member can locate into each aperture such that the holder (iii) can be hung from the support member.
[0062] Suitably, the support member comprises apertures and the holder comprises connecting members each having an abutment part adapted, in use, rest against the support member and an engagement part adapted, in use, to locate into the respective aperture.
[0063] Suitably, the support member comprises apertures located toward an edge thereof. Suitably, the support member comprises an aperture located towards the junction of the first and third edge and suitably also an aperture located towards the junction of the second and third edge.
[0064] Suitably, the support member (i) comprises an aperture into which a connecting member of the holder (iii) can locate, in use, and which aperture is shaped to be larger towards the centre of the support member than towards a first edge of the support member. Suitably, the support member (i) comprises an aperture into which a connecting member of the holder (iii) can locate, in use, and which aperture is shaped to be larger towards the centre of the support member than towards a second edge of the support member.
[0065] Suitably, the support member (i) comprises two apertures into which connecting members of the holder (iii) can locate, in use, and wherein each aperture is shaped such that a part lying nearer to the other aperture is larger than a part lying further from the other aperture.
[0066] Suitably, the support member (i) comprises an aperture into which a connecting member of the holder (iii) can locate, in use, and wherein the aperture comprises a first engaging part which is sized to hold an engagement part of said connecting member snugly and a second receiving part in communication therewith and which is sized to be largerthan the engagement part of the connecting member.
[0067] Suitably, the support member (i) comprises two apertures into which connecting members of the holder (iii) can locate, in use, and wherein each aperture comprises a first engaging part which is sized to hold an engagement part of a connecting member snugly and a second receiving part in communication therewith and which is sized to be larger than an engagement part of aconnecting member. Suitably, the engaging parts of the apertures lie further from one another than do the receiving parts of the apertures.
[0068] Suitably, the apparatus is adapted such that, in use, a user can squeeze the holder (iii) to cause engagement parts of connecting members thereof to align with the spacing of receiving parts of the support member (i) apertures and can locate the engagement parts into said receiving parts of said apertures and the user can then relax the squeeze allowing the engagement parts of the connecting members to move into the engaging parts of said apertures of the support member to releasably connect the holder to the support member. Suitably, the apparatus is adapted such that, in use, a user can disconnect the holder from the support member by squeezing the holder (iii) to cause engagement parts of connecting members thereof to move from the engaging parts of the apertures of the support member into receiving parts of said apertures, and by then lifting the holder away from the support member.
[0069] Suitably, the holder comprises a brush cleaning part. Suitably, the holder comprises a brush cleaning surface. Suitably, the holder comprises a textured outer surface part. Suitably, part of the holder has a bobbled outer surface. Suitably, part of the holder has a ribbed outer surface.
[0070] Suitably, the holder comprises a base having an angled edge adapted, such that, in use, said edge can sit substantially flat on a surface when the holder is connected to a support member and the support member and holder are placed on a surface such that the support member and the angled edge of the base of the holder are both in contact with said surface.
[0071] Suitably, the holder comprises a base having a chamfered edge.
[0072] Suitably, the holder comprises a plastics or rubber material. Suitably, the holder comprises silicone rubber. Suitably, the holder comprises a resiliently deformable material.
[0073] Suitably, there is provided there an apparatus for holding cosmetics, wherein the apparatus comprises:
[0074] (i) a support member;
[0075] (ii) two or more containers for cosmetics; and
[0076] (iii) a holder for cosmetics applicators; and
[0077] wherein the apparatus is adapted such that, in use:
[0078] the containers (ii) can be releasably mounted on the support member; and
[0079] the holder (iii) can be releasably connected to the support member.
[0080] Suitably, the apparatus comprises two or more different types of containers (ii) for cosmetics.The apparatus may comprises containers (ii) for cosmetics wherein one or more of said containers comprises a body defining a single receptacle for cosmetics. The apparatus may comprises containers (ii) for cosmetics wherein one or more of said containers comprises a body defining a two or more receptacles for cosmetics, for example three or more receptacles.
[0081] The apparatus may comprises containers (ii) for cosmetics wherein one or more of said containers comprises a body having a substantially rectilinear outside shape and defining a single substantially cylindrical receptacle for cosmetics.
[0082] The apparatus may comprises containers (ii) for cosmetics wherein one or more of said containers comprises a body having a substantially rectilinear outside shape and defining a single substantially circular dish shaped receptacle for cosmetics.
[0083] The apparatus may comprises containers (ii) for cosmetics wherein one or more of said containers comprises a body having a substantially rectilinear outside shape and defining a single substantially rectilinear shaped receptacle for cosmetics.
[0084] The apparatus may comprises containers (ii) for cosmetics wherein one or more of said containers comprises a body having a substantially cylindrical outside shape and defining a single substantially cylindrical receptacle for cosmetics.
[0085] The apparatus may comprises containers (ii) for cosmetics wherein one or more of said containers comprises a body having a substantially rectilinear outside shape and defining two or more receptacle, for cosmetics.
[0086] The apparatus may comprises containers (ii) for cosmetics wherein one or more of said containers comprises a body having a substantially rectilinear outside shape and defining two receptacles each with a substantially circular dish shape and one receptacle with a lozenge dish shape.
[0087] Suitably, the apparatus comprises three or more different types of containers (ii) for cosmetics. Suitably, the apparatus comprises four or more different types of containers (ii) for cosmetics. Suitably, the apparatus comprises five different types of containers (ii) for cosmetics.
[0088] Suitably, the apparatus is adapted such that, in use, a selection of the containers (ii) for cosmetics are mounted on the support member at any given time and the remainder are not. Suitably, the apparatus is adapted such that, in use, a user can select which of the containers (ii) for cosmetics to mount on the support member and can mount and de-mount containers (ii) from the support member as required.Suitably, there is provided an apparatus for holding cosmetics, wherein the apparatus comprises:
[0089] (i) a support member;
[0090] (ii) two or more containers for cosmetics; and
[0091] (iii) a holder for cosmetics applicators; and
[0092] wherein the apparatus is adapted such that, in use:
[0093] the containers (ii) can be magnetically mounted on the support member; and
[0094] the holder (iii) can be releasably connected to the support member.
[0095] Suitably, the apparatus comprises a caddy into which two or more containers for cosmetics can be located in use when not mounted to the support member.
[0096] The apparatus may comprise a caddy sized such that it may be held on the support member.
[0097] Suitably, the apparatus comprises a plurality of containers which are inserts adapted, in use, to locate within a caddy. Suitably, each of said inserts is adapted such that it can be removed from the caddy and magnetically attached to the support member.
[0098] Suitably, the apparatus comprises some containers which are pots and which are suitably not adapted to locate within a caddy.
[0099] The apparatus may comprise a caddy as described in relation to the second aspect.
[0100] According to a second aspect of the invention there is provided a kit comprising:
[0101] (I) an apparatus according to the first aspect; and
[0102] (II) a container stand.
[0103] Suitably, the kit comprises (I) an apparatus for holding cosmetics, wherein the apparatus comprises:
[0104] (i) a support member; and
[0105] (ii) a container for cosmetics; and
[0106] wherein the apparatus is adapted such that, in use, the container can be releasably mounted on the support member.
[0107] Suitably, the kit comprises (I) an apparatus for holding cosmetics, wherein the apparatus comprises:
[0108] (i) a support member;
[0109] (ii) two or more containers for cosmetics; andwherein the apparatus is adapted such that, in use, the containers (ii) can be magnetically mounted on the support member.
[0110] Suitably, the kit comprises (I) an apparatus for holding cosmetics, wherein the apparatus comprises:
[0111] (i) a support member;
[0112] (ii) two or more containers for cosmetics; and
[0113] (iii) a holder for cosmetics applicators; and
[0114] wherein the apparatus is adapted such that, in use:
[0115] the containers (ii) can be releasably mounted on the support member; and
[0116] the holder (iii) can be releasably connected to the support member.
[0117] Suitably, the kit comprises (I) an apparatus for holding cosmetics, wherein the apparatus comprises:
[0118] (i) a support member;
[0119] (ii) two or more containers for cosmetics; and
[0120] (iii) a holder for cosmetics applicators; and
[0121] wherein the apparatus is adapted such that, in use:
[0122] the containers (ii) can be magnetically mounted on the support member; and
[0123] the holder (iii) can be releasably connected to the support member.
[0124] Suitably, the container stand is adapted such that, in use, one or more containers that are not releasably mounted on the support member can be releasably mounted on the container stand.
[0125] Suitably, the container stand is adapted such that, in use, one or more containers that are not magnetically mounted on the support member can be magnetically mounted on the container stand.
[0126] Suitably, the container stand is adapted such that a container with a magnetic part can be releasably mounted in place on it by magnetic force. Suitably, the container stand is adapted such that a plurality of containers with magnetic parts can be releasably mounted in place on it by magnetic force.
[0127] Suitably, the container stand comprises a magnetic material. Suitably, the container stand comprises a support surface made of magnetic material adapted, in use, to be sat on by the base of one or more containers for cosmetics.The container stand may comprise ferromagnetic material. The container stand may comprise a support surface made of ferromagnetic material adapted, in use, to be sat on by the base of one or more containers for cosmetics.
[0128] Suitably, the container stand comprises a stainless steel sheet. Suitably, the container stand comprises magnetic stainless steel. The container stand member may comprise martensitic stainless steel. The container stand may comprise ferritic stainless steel.
[0129] Suitably, the container stand comprises a bumper part surrounding the edge of the stainless steel sheet. Suitably, the bumper part surrounds the edge of the steel sheet and also covers one side of the steel sheet. Suitably, the container stand comprises a stainless steel sheet having a first side providing the support surface and a second opposed side which is covered by the bumper part. Suitably, the bumper part comprises a plastics or rubber material, suitably silicone rubber.
[0130] Suitably, the container stand is adapted such that, in use, it can hold a bank of containers which can be interchanged with containers on the support member such that a make up artist can primarily work using cosmetics held by the apparatus but may also work from cosmetics held by the stand.
[0131] Suitably, the container stand is adapted such that, in use, it can be used as a table stand.
[0132] Suitably, the container stand is adapted such that, in use, it can be used as a mobile stand. The kit may further comprise a handle part for connecting to the stand, in use, to assist its use as a mobile stand. Suitably, the handle part is adapted, in use, to releasably connect to the stand, suitably by a magnetic connection. The handle part may comprise a pop grip, suitably a magnetic pop grip.
[0133] Suitably, the kit further comprises a case.
[0134] Suitably, the case comprises a housing and a lid. Suitably the lid is hinged to the housing. Suitably, the case comprises a zip adapted to hold the case in a closed configuration in use.
[0135] Suitably, the lid comprises a compartment adapted to store the support member. Suitably, the housing is adapted to store the containers for cosmetics (ii) and the holder for cosmetics applicators (iii). Suitably, the housing is adapted to store the container stand. Suitably, the container is adapted such that the container stand can be positioned at the base of the housing with containers for cosmetics (ii) mounted thereto such that they are held securely for storage and transport.Suitably, the kit further comprises a caddy.
[0136] Suitably, the caddy comprises a caddy housing and a lid. The lid may be slidably connectable to the caddy housing in use. Suitably, the caddy comprises a clip on lid. Suitably the lid is transparent.
[0137] Suitably, the caddy is adapted to store containers for cosmetics (ii). The caddy is suitably adapted to store containers for cosmetics (ii) that contain cosmetics.
[0138] Suitably, the caddy is adapted such that, in use, it can be magnetically attached to a container stand.
[0139] Suitably, the kit comprises a caddy for cosmetics which comprises a magnetic part. Suitably, the caddy has a base, adapted, in use, to sit on the container stand and which includes a magnetic part.
[0140] Suitably, the kit comprises a caddy for cosmetics which comprises a magnet. Suitably, the caddy has a base, adapted, in use, to sit on the container stand and which includes a magnet.
[0141] Suitably, the caddy comprises a caddy housing defining a receptacle for cosmetics containers and having a base defining a cavity in which a magnet is located. Suitably, the caddy housing comprises a plastics material. Suitably, the magnet is sealed in place such that, in use, the caddy can be washed without the magnet being exposed to any water.
[0142] Suitably, the magnet locates into the base cavity of the caddy with an interference fit. Suitably, the magnet is secured in place with a resin. Suitably, the magnet is covered with a resin such that, in use, the caddy can be washed without the magnet being exposed to any water.
[0143] Suitably, the kit comprises a plurality of containers which are inserts adapted, in use, to locate within a caddy. Suitably, each of said inserts is adapted such that it can be removed from the caddy and magnetically attached to the support member or the container stand.
[0144] Suitably, the caddy is adapted such that, in use, containers can be magnetically held in place within the caddy. Suitably, the caddy comprises a caddy housing defining a receptacle for cosmetics containers and having a receptacle floor comprising magnetic material. Suitably, the caddy comprises a stainless steel sheet providing a receptacle floor. Suitably, the receptacle floor comprises magnetic stainless steel. The receptacle floor may comprise martensitic stainless steel. The receptacle floor may comprise ferritic stainless steel.Suitably, the caddy comprises a housing have a base with an aperture therein such that, in use, a container positioned above the aperture can be pushed out of the caddy. This may facilitate the removal of containers from the caddy in use if the caddy is filled with containers. Suitably, the receptacle floor has an aperture aligned with the aperture in the base.
[0145] Suitably, the kit comprises two caddies with one caddy being smaller than the other and each being adapted, in use, to store containers for cosmetics (ii).
[0146] Suitably, the kit comprises some containers which are pots and which are suitably not adapted to locate within a caddy.
[0147] Suitably, the kit comprises an apparatus as described in relation to the first aspect.
[0148] According to a third aspect of the invention there is provided a support member wherein the support member comprises a magnetic material and is adapted such that, in use, containers for cosmetics can be magnetically mounted on the support member and wherein the support member is a palette board.
[0149] Suitably, the support member comprises a ferromagnetic material.
[0150] Suitably, the support member comprises stainless steel. Suitably, the support member comprises magnetic stainless steel. The support member may comprise martensitic stainless steel. The support member may comprise ferritic stainless steel.
[0151] Suitably, the support member comprises a support member as described in relation to the first aspect. The support member may comprise any feature as described in relation to the first aspect.
[0152] According to a fourth aspect of the invention there is provided an apparatus for holding cosmetics, wherein the apparatus comprises:
[0153] (a) a support member; and
[0154] (b) a holder for cosmetics applicators; and
[0155] wherein the apparatus is adapted such that, in use, the holder (b) can be releasably connected to the support member (a).
[0156] Suitably, the apparatus is adapted such that, in use, the holder (b) for cosmetics applicators can be hooked to the support member. Suitably, the apparatus is adapted such that, in use, theholder (b) for cosmetics applicators can be connected to the support member by being hung from it.
[0157] Suitably, the apparatus further comprises:
[0158] (c) a container for cosmetics.
[0159] Suitably, the apparatus is adapted such that, in use, the container (c) can be releasably mounted on the support member.
[0160] Suitably, the apparatus is adapted such that, in use, the container (c) can be magnetically mounted on the support member.
[0161] Suitably, the apparatus comprises a plurality of containers for cosmetics.
[0162] Suitably, the apparatus is adapted such that, in use, a plurality of containers can be releasably mounted on the support member. Suitably, the apparatus is adapted such that, in use, a plurality of containers can be magnetically mounted on the support member.
[0163] Suitably, the apparatus comprises an apparatus according to the first aspect.
[0164] Suitably, the support member (a) of the fourth aspect comprises a support member (i) as described in relation to the first aspect.
[0165] Suitably, the holder (b) of the fourth aspect comprises a holder (iii) as described in relation to the first aspect.
[0166] Suitably, the container (c) of the fourth aspect comprises a container (ii) as described in relation to the first aspect.
[0167] Suitably, the support member comprises a board. Suitably, the support member is a palette board. Suitably, the support member comprises a plastics board. Suitably, the support member is transparent
[0168] Suitably, the support member is adapted to be hand held. Suitably, the support member is adapted to be held in a single hand.
[0169] Suitably, the support member is ergonomically shaped. Suitably, the support member has concave parts on a first edge thereof adapted to accommodate a user’s fingers in use. Suitably, the support member has a wave like shape on the first edge thereof which includes four concaveparts. Suitably, the support member has a concave part on a second edge thereof adapted to accommodate a user’s thumb in use.
[0170] Suitably, the apparatus comprises an apparatus for holding cosmetics and cosmetics applicators. Suitably, the apparatus comprises an apparatus for holding cosmetics and cosmetics brushes.
[0171] Suitably, the holder (b) comprises a holder for one or more cosmetics brushes. Suitably, the holder comprises one or more chambers into which cosmetics applicators can be placed. Suitably, the holder comprises first and second chambers into which cosmetics applicators can be placed.
[0172] Suitably, the holder (b) for cosmetics applicators comprises a body defining one or more chambers for cosmetics applicators and comprises one or more connecting members for connecting to the support member in use.
[0173] Suitably, the holder (b) comprises two chambers for cosmetics applicators. Suitably, the holder (b) comprises two connecting members.
[0174] Suitably, the support member (a) comprises an aperture into which a connecting member of the holder (b) can locate, in use. Suitably, the support member comprises two apertures and the holder comprises two connecting members such that, in use, a connecting member can locate into each aperture such that the holder can hook onto the support member.
[0175] Suitably, the support member comprises an aperture into which a connecting member of the holder (b) can locate, in use. Suitably, the support member comprises two apertures and the holder (b) comprises two connecting members. Suitably, in use, a connecting member of the holder can locate into each aperture of the support member such that the holder (b) can be hooked to the support member. Suitably, the support member comprises two apertures and the holder (b) comprises two connecting members such that, in use, a connecting member can locate into each aperture such that the holder (b) can be hung from the support member.
[0176] Suitably, the support member (a) comprises apertures into which connecting members of the holder (b) can locate, in use and wherein the apertures comprise engaging parts having a first spacing from one another and receiving parts having a second spacing from one another.
[0177] Suitably, holder is adapted such that, in a first configuration the connecting members are positioned such that their spacing from one another corresponds to the spacing of engaging parts of apertures of the support member. Suitably, holder is adapted such that, in a secondconfiguration the connecting members are positioned such that their spacing from one another corresponds to the spacing of receiving parts of apertures of the support member. Suitably the holder is adapted such that, in use, it can be moved between said first and second configuration by being squeezed and such that it returns to said first configuration when the squeeze is released.
[0178] Suitably, the holder comprises a brush cleaning part. Suitably, the holder comprises a brush cleaning surface. Suitably, the holder comprises a textured outer surface part. Suitably, part of the holder has a bobbled outer surface. Suitably, part of the holder has a ribbed outer surface.
[0179] Suitably, the holder comprises a base having an angled edge adapted, such that, in use, said edge can sit substantially flat on a surface when the holder is connected to a support member and the support member and holder are placed on a surface such that the support member and the angled edge of the base of the holder are both in contact with said surface.
[0180] Suitably, the holder comprises a base having a chamfered edge.
[0181] Suitably, the holder comprises a plastics or rubber material. Suitably, the holder comprises silicone rubber. Suitably, the holder comprises a resiliently deformable material.
[0182] Suitably, the apparatus comprises two or more different types of containers (c) for cosmetics.
[0183] According to a fifth aspect of the invention there is provided a holder for cosmetics applicators, wherein the holder comprises:
[0184] one or more chambers into which cosmetics applicators can be placed; and
[0185] one or more connecting members for connecting to a support member in use.
[0186] Suitably, the holder comprises a base having an angled edge adapted, such that, in use, said edge can sit substantially flat on a surface when the holder is connected to a support member and the support member and holder are placed on a surface such that the support member and the angled edge of the base of the holder are both in contact with said surface.
[0187] Suitably, the holder comprises a base having a chamfered edge.
[0188] Suitably, the holder comprises a holder (iii) as described in relation to the first aspect.
[0189] Suitably, the holder comprises a holder (b) as described in relation to the fourth aspect.
[0190] The holder may comprise any feature as described in relation to the first and / or fourth aspect.According to a sixth aspect of the invention there is provided a method of applying cosmetics wherein the method uses an apparatus according to the first aspect and / or a kit according to the second aspect and / or a support member according to the third aspect and / or an apparatus according to the fourth aspect and / or a holder according to the fifth aspect.
[0191] The method may comprise any feature as described in relation to the first, second, third, fourth or fifth aspect.
[0192] Suitably, the method uses an apparatus according to the first aspect. Suitably, the method uses a kit according to the second aspect. Suitably, the method uses a support member according to the third aspect. Suitably, the method uses an apparatus according to the fourth aspect. Suitably, the method uses a holder according to the fifth aspect.
[0193] Suitably, the method comprises selectively mounting containers on a support member. Suitably, the method comprises exchanging containers mounted on a support member for containers located on a container stand and / or in a container caddy.
[0194] BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0195] For a better understanding of the invention, and to show how embodiments of the same may be carried into effect, reference will now be made, by way of example only, to the accompanying diagrammatic drawings in which:
[0196] Figure 1 is a perspective view of a support member;
[0197] Figure 2 is a view of a first side of the support member;
[0198] Figure 3 is a perspective view of a holder for cosmetics applicators;
[0199] Figure 4 is an alternative perspective view of the holder;
[0200] Figure 5 is a top view of the holder;
[0201] Figure 6 is a back view of the holder;
[0202] Figure 7 is a side view of the holder;Figure 8 is a perspective view of the holder hooked to the support member and with containers mounted to the support member;
[0203] Figure 8(ii) is a perspective view of the holder hooked to the support member and with containers mounted to the support member in an alternative orientation;
[0204] Figure 9 is a perspective view of a first container;
[0205] Figure 10 is a top view of the first container;
[0206] Figure 11 is a cross section of the first container along line A-A;
[0207] Figure 12 is a perspective view of a second container;
[0208] Figure 13 is a top view of the second container;
[0209] Figure 14 is a cross section of the second container along line A-A;
[0210] Figure 15 is a perspective view of a third container;
[0211] Figure 16 is a top view of the third container;
[0212] Figure 17 is a cross section of the third container along line A-A;
[0213] Figure 18 is a perspective view of a fourth container;
[0214] Figure 19 is a top view of the fourth container;
[0215] Figure 20 is a cross section of the fourth container along line A-A;
[0216] Figure 21 is a perspective view of a fifth container;
[0217] Figure 22 is a top view of the fifth container;
[0218] Figure 23 is a cross section of the fifth container along line A-A;
[0219] Figure 24 is a cross section of the fifth container along line B-B;
[0220] Figure 25 is a perspective view of a container stand;Figure 25(H) is a top view of the container stand;
[0221] Figure 25(iii) is a side view of the container stand;
[0222] Figure 25 (iv) is an end view of the container stand;
[0223] Figure 26 is a perspective view of a sixth container;
[0224] Figure 27 is a cross section of the sixth container along line A-A; Figure 28 is a cross section of the sixth container along line B-B; Figure 29 is a perspective view of a seventh container;
[0225] Figure 30 is a perspective view of an eighth container;
[0226] Figure 31 is a perspective view of a first caddy;
[0227] Figure 32 is a cross section of the first caddy along line A-A;
[0228] Figure 33 is a cross section of the first caddy along line B-B;
[0229] Figure 34 is a perspective view of a lid for the first caddy;
[0230] Figure 35 is a perspective view of a second caddy;
[0231] Figure 35(H) is a top view of the second caddy;
[0232] Figure 35(iii) is a cross section of the second caddy along line A-A; Figure 36 is a perspective view of a lid for the second caddy;
[0233] Figure 37 is a perspective view of a kit;
[0234] Figure 38 is a perspective view of caddies and containers;
[0235] Figure 39 is a perspective view of a case;Figure 39(H) is a perspective view of a case containing apparatus; and
[0236] Figure 40 is a top view of an alternative embodiment of a support member.
[0237] DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS
[0238] Figures 1-24 illustrate an apparatus 100 for holding cosmetics.
[0239] The apparatus 100 comprises:
[0240] (i) a support member 200;
[0241] (ii) containers 310, 320, 330, 340, 350 for cosmetics; and
[0242] (iii) a holder 400 for cosmetics applicators.
[0243] The apparatus 100 is adapted such that, in use:
[0244] the containers (ii) 310, 320, 330, 340, 350, can be releasably mounted on the support member 200; and
[0245] the holder (iii) 400 can be releasably connected to the support member 200.
[0246] The apparatus can be used with or without the holder and in an alternative embodiment (not illustrated) there is provided an apparatus comprising only a support member and one or more containers.
[0247] In an alternative embodiment (not illustrated), there is provided an apparatus for holding cosmetics, wherein the apparatus comprises:
[0248] (a) a support member; and
[0249] (b) a holder for cosmetics applicators; and
[0250] wherein the apparatus is adapted such that, in use, the holder (b) can be releasably connected to the support member (a).
[0251] The apparatus of that embodiment may optionally comprise: (c) containers for cosmetics.
[0252] Returning to the illustrated embodiment, the containers (ii) 310, 320, 330, 340, 350 and the support member 200 have a magnetic attraction between them such that, in use, the containers can be magnetically mounted on the support member.
[0253] As best illustrated by Figures 1-2 the support member 200 is a palette board. The support member 200 is adapted to be held in a single hand. It has a width of around 84mm at its narrowest point and of around 120mm at its widest point. It has a length of around 160mm and a thickness of around 3mm.The support member 200 comprises a first edge 210, a second edge 220, a third edge 230 and a fourth edge 240.
[0254] The support member 200 is ergonomically shaped. The support member 200 has a wave like shape on the first edge 210 thereof which includes four concave parts 211 , 212, 213, 214 adapted to accommodate a user’s fingers in use. The support member 200 has a concave part 221 on the second edge 220 thereof adapted to accommodate a user’s thumb in use.
[0255] The support member 200 is adapted such that, in use, a part of the support member 200 between first and second edges 210, 220 of the support member 200 can rest on the palm of a user’s hand.
[0256] The support member 200 comprises a support surface made of magnetic material adapted, in use, to be sat on by the base of one or more containers (ii) 310, 320, 330, 340, 350.
[0257] The support member has a first surface 250 on one side thereof extending between edges 210, 220, 230, 240 and a second surface 260 on a second, opposed, side thereof extending between said edges 211 , 212, 213, 214. In the illustrated embodiment each of the first and second surfaces 250, 260 is magnetic as the support member is a stainless steel sheet. Each of the first and second surfaces 250, 260 can thus act as a support surface in use such that the support member 200 can be used either way up in either hand to suit a user’s requirements.
[0258] In an alternative embodiment (not illustrated) only one of the first and second surfaces 250, 260 of the support member 200 is made of magnetic material and thus only the surface made of magnetic material can act as a magnetic support surface in use.
[0259] As best illustrated by Figures 9 to 24 the containers 310, 320, 330, 340, 350 each comprise a body defining a receptacle for cosmetics and having a base defining a cavity in which a magnet is located. Each is adapted, in use, to be able sit on the support member 200.
[0260] The apparatus 100 is adapted such that the magnetic attractive force between containers 310, 320, 330, 340, 350 and the support member 200 is such that, in use, containers will not slide off the support member if it is tilted to an angle of 90 degrees or more to the horizontal but is such that a user can overcome the magnetic force by pulling a container away from the support member or pushing a container off the support member.
[0261] In the illustrated embodiment the apparatus comprises five different types of containers (ii) 310, 320, 330, 340, 350 and is adapted such that a number of containers can be selectively mounted on the support member. In an alternative embodiment (not illustrated) two or more of thecontainers may be of the same type and the apparatus may comprise more or less types of containers.
[0262] The container 310 comprises a body 311 defining a receptacle 312 for cosmetics and having a base 313 defining a cavity in which a magnet 314 is located. The container 310 comprises a body 311 having a substantially rectilinear outside shape and defining a single substantially cylindrical receptacle 312 for cosmetics.
[0263] The container 320 comprises a body 321 defining a receptacle 322 for cosmetics and having a base 323 defining a cavity in which a magnet 324 is located. The container 320 comprises a body 321 having a substantially rectilinear outside shape and defining a single substantially circular dish shaped receptacle 322 for cosmetics.
[0264] The container 330 comprises a body 331 defining a receptacle 332 for cosmetics and having a base 333 defining a cavity in which a magnet 334 is located. The container 330 comprises a body 331 having a substantially rectilinear outside shape and defining a single substantially rectilinear shaped receptacle 332 for cosmetics.
[0265] The container 340 comprises a body 341 defining a receptacle 342 for cosmetics and having a base 343 defining a cavity in which a magnet 344 is located. The container 340 comprises a body 341 having a substantially cylindrical outside shape and defining a single substantially cylindrical receptacle 342 for cosmetics.
[0266] The container 350 comprises a body 351 defining receptacles 355, 356, 357 for cosmetics and having a base 353 defining a cavity in which a magnet 354 is located. The container 350 comprises a body 351 having a substantially rectilinear outside shape and defining two receptacles 355, 356 each with a substantially circular dish shape and one receptacle 357 with a lozenge dish shape.
[0267] The apparatus 100 is adapted to hold cosmetics applicators such as cosmetics brushes.
[0268] The apparatus comprises a holder (iii) 400 for cosmetics applicators which comprises first and second chambers 410, 420 into which cosmetics applicators can be placed.
[0269] The apparatus 100 is adapted such that, in use, the holder (iii) 400 for cosmetics applicators can be connected to the support member 200 by being hooked to it. The support member comprises apertures 270, 280 and the holder 400 comprises connecting members 470, 480 each having an abutment part 471 , 481 adapted, in use, rest against the support member 200 and an engagement part 472, 482 adapted, in use, to locate into the respective aperture 270, 280.The holder 400 comprises a brush cleaning surface 430 having a bobbled part 431 and a ribbed part 432.
[0270] The holder 400 comprises a base 440 having an angled edge 441 adapted, such that, in use, said edge can sit substantially flat on a surface when the holder is connected to the support member 200 and the support member and holder are placed on a surface such that the support member 200 and the angled edge 441 of the base ofthe holder 400 are both in contact with said surface as illustrated by Figure 8(ii)
[0271] The holder 400 comprises silicone rubber.
[0272] In use a selection ofthe containers 310, 320, 330, 340, 350 are mounted on the support member 200 at any given time and the remainder are not. In use, a user can select which of the containers to mount on the support member and can mount and de-mount containers from the support member as required.
[0273] In an embodiment of the invention there is provided a kit which includes a container stand 500 onto which containers 310, 320, 330, 340, 350 can be placed when not mounted on the support member 200.
[0274] The container stand 500 is adapted such that, in use, one or more containers that are not magnetically mounted on the support member 200 can be magnetically mounted on the container stand 500.
[0275] The container stand 500 comprises a stainless steel sheet 510 and a bumper part 520 comprising silicone rubber surrounding the edge and one side of the steel sheet 510.
[0276] In use, the container stand 500 may hold a bank of containers which can be interchanged with containers on the support member 200 such that a user can primarily work using cosmetics held by the support member 200 but may also work from cosmetics held by the container stand 500.
[0277] The container stand is adapted such that, in use, it can sit on a table and be used as a table stand but it can also be used as a mobile stand. In an embodiment, a handle part (not shown) such as a magnetic pop grip can be releasably connected to the stand 500 to assist use as a mobile stand.
[0278] In use, instead of or as well as being used with containers 310, 320, 330, 340, 350, the support member 200 can be used with alternative containers 360, 370, 380.In an embodiment there are provided containers 360, 370, 380 which are each adapted to be inserts that can be located into a caddy 600, 700. Each of said inserts is adapted such that, in use, it can be removed from a caddy and magnetically mounted to the support member 200. Each insert can also be removed from a caddy and magnetically mounted on the container stand 500 but each caddy 600, 700 is itself adapted such that it can be magnetically mounted on the container stand 500.
[0279] The container 360 comprises a body 361 defining receptacles 365, 366 for cosmetics and having a base 363 defining a cavity in which a magnet 364 is located. The container 360 comprises a body 361 having a substantially rectilinear outside shape and defining two receptacles 365, 366.
[0280] The container 370 comprises a body 371 defining a receptacle 372 for cosmetics and having a base 373 defining a cavity in which a magnet (not shown) is located. The container 370 comprises a body 371 having a substantially rectilinear outside shape.
[0281] The container 380 comprises a body 381 defining a receptacle 382 for cosmetics and having a base 383 defining a cavity in which a magnet (not shown) is located. The container 380 comprises a body 381 having a substantially rectilinear outside shape.
[0282] As illustrated by Figures 31 to 34, a caddy 600 comprises a caddy housing 610 and a lid 620. The lid 620 is a transparent clip on plastics lid.
[0283] The caddy housing 610 defines a receptacle 611 for cosmetics containers and has a base 612 defining a cavity in which a magnet 613 is located. The caddy housing comprises a plastics material.
[0284] The receptacle 611 has a floor provided by a stainless steel sheet 614 bonded to the base 612.
[0285] Figure 35 to 35(iii) illustrate an alternative embodiment of a caddy. The caddy 700 comprises a caddy housing 710 and a lid 720. The lid 720 is a transparent clip on plastics lid.
[0286] The caddy housing 710 defines a receptacle 711 for cosmetics containers and has a base 712 defining a cavity in which a magnet is located. The caddy housing comprises a plastics material.
[0287] The receptacle 711 has a floor provided by a stainless steel sheet 714 bonded to the base 712.
[0288] The caddy base 712 has an aperture 715 therein such that, in use, a container positioned above the aperture can be pushed out of the caddy. This may facilitate the removal of containers fromthe caddy in use if the caddy is filled with containers. The stainless steel sheet 714 has an aperture aligned with the aperture 715 in the base.
[0289] In each of the containers and caddies the magnets locate into the bases with an interference fit and are sealed in place with resin such that the magnets are protected from exposure to water.
[0290] Figure 37 illustrates a kit comprising an apparatus for holding cosmetics which comprises a support member 200 and containers 310, 320, 330, 340, 350 for cosmetics and also a holder 400 for cosmetics applicators as well as a container stand 500.
[0291] In one embodiment the apparatus for holding cosmetics comprises containers for cosmetics which are inserts that can be located into a caddy in use when not mounted to a support member. Figure 38 illustrates caddies 600, 700 having caddy housings 610, 710, shown with each having a combination of containers located therein, together with the caddy lids 620, 720 and additional containers 360, 370, 380.
[0292] In an embodiment a kit includes a case 800 for storing and transporting the support member, one or more containers, container stand and optionally additional components.
[0293] As illustrated by Figures 39 and 39(H), the case 800 comprises a housing 810 and a lid 820 hinged to the housing and a zip 830 adapted to hold the case in a closed configuration in use.
[0294] The lid 820 comprises a compartment 840 adapted to store the support member 200. The housing 810 is adapted to store the containers for cosmetics 310, 320, 330, 340, 350 and the container stand 500.
[0295] In use, a user can de-pot cosmetics from storage containers into the containers 310, 320, 330, 340, 350, 360, 370 and can then place selected ones of those containers on the support member 200 whilst placing cosmetics applicators such as brushes in the holder 400 and can thus use the apparatus 100 to help them apply cosmetics.
[0296] The invention has been described in relation to multiple components and in use a user may select to use just those that they require for their use and may mount containers on the support member and / or container stand according to their requirements.
[0297] Figure 40 illustrates an alternative embodiment of a support member 2200. The support member 2200 corresponds to the support member 200 except that it has apertures 2270 and 2280 which differ in shape to apertures 270 and 280.The apertures 2270 and 2280 are adapted such that, in use, an engagement part 472, 482 of connecting members 470, 480 of the holder 400 can locate into the respective aperture 2270, 2280.
[0298] Each of apertures 2270, 2280 comprises a first engaging part 2271 , 2281 which is sized to hold a respective engagement part 472, 482 of the holder 400 snugly in use and a second receiving part 2272, 2282 in communication with the respective engaging part 2271 , 2281 and which is sized to be larger than the respective engagement part 472, 482 of the holder 400. The engaging parts 2271 , 2281 of the apertures 2270, 2280 have a first spacing from one another and the receiving parts 2272, 2282 of the apertures 2270, 2280 have a second spacing from one another which is less than the first spacing.
[0299] The holder 400 is adapted such that, in a first configuration the connecting members 470, 480 are positioned such that their spacing from one another corresponds to the spacing of engaging parts 2271 , 2281 , of apertures 2270, 2280 of the support member 2200. The holder 400 is adapted such that, in a second configuration the connecting members 470, 480 are positioned such that their spacing from one another corresponds to the spacing of receiving parts 2272, 2282 of apertures 2270, 2280 of the support member 2200.
[0300] In use, a user can squeeze the holder 400 to cause engagement parts 472, 482 of connecting members 470, 480, to align with the spacing of receiving parts 2272, 2282 of the support member 2200 apertures 2270, 2280 and can locate the engagement parts 472, 482 into said receiving parts 2272, 2282 and the user can then relax the squeeze allowing the engagement parts 472, 482 to move into the engaging parts 2271 , 2281 of said apertures 2270, 2280 to releasably connect the holder 400 to the support member 2200. In use, a user can disconnect the holder 400 from the support member 2200 by squeezing the holder 400 to cause engagement parts 472, 482 of connecting members 470, 480 to move from the engaging parts 2271 , 2281 of the apertures 2270, 2280 of the support member 2200 into receiving parts 2272, 2282, and by then lifting the holder 400 away from the support member 2200.
[0301] The apparatus and other embodiments of the invention may have a number of advantageous features. In particular they may allow for versatile and efficient application of cosmetics.
[0302] Although a few preferred embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that various changes and modifications might be made without departing from the scope of the invention, as defined in the appended claims.
[0303] Attention is directed to all papers and documents which are filed concurrently with or previous to this specification in connection with this application and which are open to public inspectionwith this specification, and the contents of all such papers and documents are incorporated herein by reference.
[0304] All of the features disclosed in this specification (including any accompanying claims, abstract and drawings), and / or all of the steps of any method or process so disclosed, may be combined in any combination, except combinations where at least some of such features and / or steps are mutually exclusive.
[0305] Each feature disclosed in this specification (including any accompanying claims, abstract and drawings) may be replaced by alternative features serving the same, equivalent or similar purpose, unless expressly stated otherwise. Thus, unless expressly stated otherwise, each feature disclosed is one example only of a generic series of equivalent or similar features.
[0306] The invention is not restricted to the details of the foregoing embodiment(s). The invention extends to any novel one, or any novel combination, of the features disclosed in this specification (including any accompanying claims, abstract and drawings), or to any novel one, or any novel combination, of the steps of any method or process so disclosed.
Claims
CLAIMS1. An apparatus for holding cosmetics, wherein the apparatus comprises:(i) a support member; and(ii) a container for cosmetics; andwherein the apparatus is adapted such that, in use, the container can be releasably mounted on the support member.
2. An apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the apparatus further comprises (iii) a holder for cosmetics applicators and wherein the apparatus is adapted such that, in use, the holder (iii) can be releasably connected to the support member (i).
3. An apparatus according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the support member (i) comprises a magnetic stainless steel sheet and wherein the container (ii) comprises a magnet.
4. An apparatus according to any preceding claim, wherein the apparatus comprises a plurality of containers for cosmetics (ii) which have a base adapted, in use, to sit on the support member (i) and which includes a magnet.
5. An apparatus according to any preceding claim, wherein the apparatus comprises a container which comprises a container body defining a receptacle for cosmetics and having a base defining a cavity in which a magnet is located.
6. An apparatus according to claim 5, wherein, the container (ii) body comprises a plastics material and the magnet is sealed in place such that, in use, the container can be washed without the magnet being exposed to any water.
7. An apparatus according to any of claims 2 to 6, wherein the holder (iii) for cosmetics applicators can be hooked to the support member.
8. An apparatus according to any of claims 2 to 7, wherein the holder (iii) for cosmetics applicators comprises a body defining one or more chambers for cosmetics applicators and comprises one or more connecting members for connecting to the support member in use.
9. An apparatus according to any of claims 2 to 8, wherein the support member (i) comprises an aperture into which a connecting member of the holder (iii) can locate, in use.
10. An apparatus according to any preceding claim, wherein the apparatus comprises a caddy into which two or more containers for cosmetics can be located in use when not mounted to the support member.
11. A kit comprising:(I) an apparatus according to any of claims 1 to 10; and(II) a container stand.
12. A support member wherein the support member comprises a magnetic material and is adapted such that, in use, containers for cosmetics can be magnetically mounted on the support member and wherein the support member is a palette board.
13. An apparatus for holding cosmetics, wherein the apparatus comprises:(a) a support member; and(b) a holder for cosmetics applicators; andwherein the apparatus is adapted such that, in use, the holder (b) can be releasably connected to the support member (a).
14. An apparatus according to claim 13, wherein the support member (a) comprises apertures into which connecting members of the holder (b) can locate, in use and wherein the apertures comprise engaging parts having a first spacing from one another and receiving parts having a second spacing from one another.
15. A holder for cosmetics applicators, wherein the holder comprises:one or more chambers into which cosmetics applicators can be placed; andone or more connecting members for connecting to a support member in use.
16. A method of applying cosmetics wherein the method uses an apparatus according to any of claims 1 to 10 and / or a kit according to claim 11 and / or a support member according to claim 12 and / or an apparatus according to claim 13 or 14 and / or a holder according to claim 15.