Eyelash Coating Composition with Low Tg Latex for False Lash Adhesion

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing eyelash and eyebrow coating compositions lack effective adhesion properties to securely attach false or artificial eyelashes and eyebrows to natural ones, requiring complex and cumbersome application processes.

Innovation Solution

A water-based coating composition containing fibers and a latex film-forming agent with a low glass transition temperature, which provides sufficient tack and quick-drying properties to facilitate the adhesion of false eyelashes and eyebrows.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If traditional adhesives or glues are used to attach false eyelashes, then adhesion can be achieved, but the application process becomes complex and cumbersome requiring multiple steps

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveapplication process simplicityVSAvoidnumber of application steps
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines the adhesive function with the mascara function into a single integrated composition. The coating composition includes both bonding agents (such as cyanoacrylate or polyvinyl alcohol) and mascara ingredients (wax, fiber, pigment) in one formulation, allowing users to apply false eyelashes and color their natural lashes simultaneously in a single step, eliminating the need for separate adhesive and mascara applications

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The coating composition is designed to perform multiple functions: it acts as an adhesive to bond false eyelashes to natural lashes, provides mascara functionality to color and condition natural lashes, and offers easy removal properties. This multi-functional formulation replaces the need for separate adhesive, mascara, and conditioning products

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Duration of action of stationary object

If water-resistant mascaras are used, then long-wearing properties are improved, but ease of removal deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvewear durationVSAvoidease of removal
Core Design Contradiction:
Duration of action of stationary objectVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The patent modifies the formulation parameters by incorporating specific bonding agents (cyanoacrylate or polyvinyl alcohol) that provide controlled adhesion. These agents create a bond that is strong enough to maintain false eyelashes throughout the day but can be easily broken down by simple wiping or dissolving action, achieving both long-wearing and easy-removal properties through chemical parameter optimization

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

3Reliability

If separate application of liquid adhesive and fiber filaments is used, then adhesion can be achieved, but the process becomes time-consuming

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveadhesion strengthVSAvoidapplication time
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent merges the application of adhesive and fiber filaments into a single simultaneous step. The coating composition contains both the bonding agent and fiber filaments mixed together, allowing the user to apply both components at once rather than sequentially. This maintains reliable adhesion while significantly reducing application time by eliminating the need for separate adhesive application and drying steps

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

The composition effectively adheres false eyelashes and eyebrows to natural ones, simplifying the application process and providing a durable, long-lasting attachment.

Implementation Method 1

at least one latex film-forming agent having a low glass transition temperature (Tg)

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectFilm formation:

Implementation Method 2

allowing the eyelash and/or eyebrow coating composition to dry

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectEvaporation: Evaporation

Data Source

PatentUS20250195390A1Eyelash coating compositions for false eyelashes
Publication Date: 2025.06.19 LOREAL SA

AI summary

The invention relates to eyelash and/or eyebrow coating compositions including water, fibers, and at least one latex film-forming agent having a low glass transition temperature (Tg), which can be applied to eyelashes and/or eyebrows (natural or artificial), and which can be used to attach false (artificial) eyelashes and/or eyebrows to natural eyelashes and/or eyebrows, as well as to associated methods.