Eyelash Dispensing Device with Transverse Orientation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional artificial eyelash packaging is impractical for storing large quantities, lacks aesthetic appeal, and complicates the application process due to limited space and aggressive handling requirements.
Innovation Solution
A dispensing device with a housing, support, and movement mechanism that orients artificial eyelashes transversely for easy dispensing, allowing for a large number of lashes to be stored compactly and applied with a less aggressive gesture, featuring a reel mechanism for winding and unwinding the lashes for efficient use.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Quantity of substance
If conventional packaging is used to store artificial eyelashes, then the packaging is simple and inexpensive, but it only provides limited storage space and increases the volume per lash
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements nesting by placing multiple artificial eyelash units vertically stacked within a single compact case. Each eyelash unit is positioned in layers, with connecting strips allowing compact arrangement. This nested configuration enables storing approximately 30 eyelash units in a small portable case, dramatically increasing storage density compared to conventional packaging.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from horizontal arrangement to vertical stacking of eyelash units within the case. The connecting strips extend vertically, allowing units to be arranged in multiple layers along the vertical dimension. This dimensional change maximizes storage capacity while maintaining a compact case volume.
2Ease of manufacture
If conventional cases are used for artificial eyelashes, then the design is simple and inexpensive, but they lack aesthetic appeal and brand identity
Solution Approach 1:
The case serves multiple functions: it stores approximately 30 eyelash units compactly, displays them visually through transparent or translucent walls for aesthetic appeal, provides educational information about application techniques, and acts as a portable application station with integrated mirror and lighting. This multi-functionality enhances brand identity while maintaining manufacturing feasibility.
Solution Approach 2:
The case utilizes transparent, translucent, or colored materials for its walls to create visual appeal and brand recognition. The material selection allows light transmission to showcase the eyelash units internally while providing aesthetic differentiation from conventional opaque packaging, enabling brand identity expression.
3Ease of operation
If artificial eyelashes are applied using conventional methods, then the application process is straightforward, but it requires aggressive gestures that can be harmful to natural lashes
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a specialized applicator tool as an intermediary between the eyelash unit and the natural lashes. This applicator features a curved surface that cradles the eyelash unit, providing precise control during application. The applicator enables gentle placement along the natural lash line without requiring aggressive pulling or manipulation, thereby protecting natural lashes from damage while maintaining ease of operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The applicator tool incorporates curved and spherical surfaces that match the natural curvature of the eyelid and lash line. This curvature allows the applicator to glide smoothly along the natural lash line, distributing pressure evenly and avoiding concentrated force that could damage natural lashes, while maintaining intuitive and simple operation.
4Device complexity
If the support obstructs the placement of eyelash units on the eyelid, then the support structure is simple, but it interferes with the application process
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the connecting strip from the main support structure, positioning it laterally beyond the support edge. This separation allows the support to remain simple and compact while the extending connecting strip provides sufficient length for manipulation and placement on the eyelid without the support body interfering with the application process.
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AI summary
The invention relates to a device (1) for dispensing artificial eyelashes, comprising a housing (10) having a dispensing zone (11), a support on which is fixed a plurality of artificial eyelashes (41) grouped into units (40) of eyelashes by means of a connecting strip (42), and a displacement mechanism capable of being actuated to cause a displacement of the support in order to convey the artificial eyelashes (41) towards the dispensing zone (11) and to allow the exit of the artificial eyelashes (41) through said dispensing zone (11), said eyelashes (41) being oriented transversely to an extension axis of the support, at least when passing through said dispensing zone, the connecting strip (42) of the units (40) of eyelashes being further positioned laterally beyond said support (30).