Elbowed Eyebrow Applicator With Bridges for Precise Dense Makeup
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing applicators for applying makeup to eyebrows are cumbersome, requiring multiple tools and steps, and often result in unsatisfactory density and definition of eyebrow makeup.
Innovation Solution
An applicator with a stem and an applicator member forming an elbow, featuring transverse bridges that create a tapered shape and a flexible, arched design for precise makeup application, allowing simultaneous deposition of composition and combing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If multiple applicators are used for eyebrow makeup, then the makeup result can be achieved, but the process becomes time-consuming and complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple applicator functions into a single device: the applicator member integrates both a combing function (via bristles on the first face) and a makeup application function (via application elements on the second face). This eliminates the need to switch between separate comb and makeup applicator tools, directly reducing application time while maintaining makeup quality.
Solution Approach 2:
The applicator member is designed as a multi-functional tool where the support structure holds both combing bristles and makeup application elements simultaneously. This universal design allows one tool to perform multiple steps of the eyebrow makeup process, reducing the number of tools needed and simplifying the overall application procedure.
2Reliability
If multiple applicators are used for eyebrow makeup, then the makeup result can be achieved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the functions of separate comb and makeup applicator into a single integrated applicator member. The support structure unifies both combing bristles and makeup application elements, reducing the number of separate tools from two or more to one, thereby simplifying the device complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The applicator member serves multiple purposes: combing eyebrows, applying makeup to hairs, and depositing product on underlying skin. This multi-functional design consolidates what would traditionally require multiple specialized tools into a single universal applicator, reducing overall device complexity.
3Reliability
If makeup is applied to both hairs and skin simultaneously, then density effect is achieved, but precision control becomes difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The applicator member features distinct zones with different properties: the first face has combing bristles for hair alignment, while the second face has application elements positioned to deposit makeup on both hairs and underlying skin. This local differentiation allows precise control over where product is applied, enabling density enhancement while maintaining precision through zone-specific functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The applicator member is segmented into functional zones: combing elements on the first face and makeup application elements on the second face. This segmentation allows independent optimization of each function and enables precise control over the makeup application process, ensuring product is deposited exactly where needed for density enhancement without compromising precision.
4Productivity
If the applicator is optimized for eyebrow structure, then application efficiency improves, but the design becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The applicator member is designed with local quality variations optimized for eyebrow structure: combing bristles on the first face for hair alignment and application elements on the second face for product deposition. This localized optimization improves application efficiency by matching tool properties to specific eyebrow treatment needs while keeping the overall design manageable through functional zoning.
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AI summary
Applicator for applying makeup to and/or caring for human keratin fibres, having a stem that extends along a longitudinal axis and is connected at one end to a gripping member and at the other end to an applicator member, the latter extending along a longitudinal axis that is not parallel to the longitudinal axis of the stem, and having a hollow support of elongate overall shape including two opposite longitudinal arms that define an opening between one another and meet at the distal end of the applicator member, and at least one bridge of material that extends transversely to the longitudinal axis of the applicator member and is connected to said arms of the support, protruding from the opening on the opposite side from the recess of the elbow formed by the applicator member and the stem.