Branched Eyelash Extensions Weight Distribution
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional eyelash extensions of uniform length cause damage to natural lashes due to weight and lack realism, as they do not effectively mimic the natural appearance and volume of eyelashes.
Innovation Solution
The application of branched eyelash extensions, where two types of eyelash extensions – one synthetic and one mink – are coupled to a natural lash in different directions, counterbalancing weight and enhancing volume while maintaining a natural look, with the synthetic extensions matching the natural lash diameter to prevent damage.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If a single synthetic eyelash extension of standardized length is applied to each natural lash, then the application process is simple and efficient, but the appearance becomes unrealistic and the natural lash suffers damage from excessive weight
Solution Approach 1:
The eyelash extension is divided into multiple segments (first type and second type extensions) with different weights and lengths. The first type extension is applied to the natural lash, and the second type extension is applied to the first type extension, creating a segmented structure that distributes weight more effectively and prevents damage to the natural lash while maintaining application efficiency.
2Ease of manufacture
If synthetic eyelash extensions of the same length are applied to natural lashes, then the application process is straightforward, but the appearance is unrealistic and does not mimic natural eyelash variation
Solution Approach 1:
Different types of eyelash extensions (first type and second type) with different weights, lengths, and materials are applied to different locations. The first type extension is applied directly to the natural lash, while the second type extension is applied to the first type extension, creating local variations in appearance that mimic natural eyelash diversity while maintaining overall application simplicity.
3Quantity of substance
If heavier synthetic eyelash extensions are applied to increase volume, then the eyelash volume increases, but the natural lash cannot withstand the weight and suffers breakage and thinning
Solution Approach 1:
The first type eyelash extension serves as a support structure with appropriate weight to bear the load of the second type extension. This counterbalancing structure allows the second type extension to add volume without placing excessive weight directly on the natural lash, preventing breakage and thinning while achieving the desired eyelash volume.
4Device complexity
If a single type of eyelash extension is used, then the material selection is simple, but the ability to provide both realistic appearance and adequate volume is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The system uses composite materials by combining first type eyelash extensions (made from one material with specific weight and length characteristics) and second type eyelash extensions (made from different material with different characteristics). This composite approach allows optimization of both realistic appearance and volume while managing complexity through a structured two-type system.
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AI summary
Embodiments disclosed herein describe systems and methods for applying branched eyelash extensions, wherein two types of eyelash extensions are coupled to the user's natural eyelash. In embodiments, an eyelash extension of a first type may be coupled to a user's natural lash in a first direction, and an eyelash extension of a second type may be coupled to the user's natural lash in a second direction.