Rotatable Makeup Extension Wand System for Complete Product Extraction
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional makeup applicators often result in waste as the limited length of attached wands makes it impossible to use the remaining product, and separate tools are needed to extract stick-based product remnants, leading to 3-5% waste of makeup.
Innovation Solution
A versatile makeup extension wand system with rotatable and detachable assemblies, including various applicator tips for different makeup types, allowing for complete extraction and application of makeup, reducing waste by utilizing a body with multiple extension wand assemblies that can be configured for different makeup products.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of substance
If a fixed-length wand is attached to a makeup container, then the applicator can be used to apply makeup, but the remaining product cannot be accessed when the product is almost used up, resulting in waste
Solution Approach 1:
The wand is divided into a removable applicator tip portion and an extension shaft portion. The applicator tip can be detached from the extension shaft, allowing the user to remove the used tip and attach a fresh one to continue using the remaining product in the container.
Solution Approach 2:
The wand structure transitions from a fixed, static design to a dynamic, reconfigurable design. The extension shaft can be rotated and detached from the body, and the applicator tip can be detached from the extension shaft, enabling the wand to adapt to different usage stages of the makeup product.
2Loss of substance
If a separate extraction tool is used to remove stick-based product remnants, then the remaining product can be extracted, but an additional tool is required, increasing device complexity
Solution Approach 1:
The extraction function and application function are merged into a single wand assembly. The same wand that applies makeup can also extract remaining product from the container, eliminating the need for a separate extraction tool.
Solution Approach 2:
The wand assembly is designed to perform multiple functions: it can apply makeup to the user, extract remaining product from the container, and the applicator tip can be detached and reused with different makeup products. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate tools.
3Ease of operation
If a rotatable and detachable extension wand assembly is implemented, then complete extraction and application of makeup is enabled, but the device structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The extension wand system is segmented into distinct components: a body, a rotatable extension shaft, and a detachable applicator tip. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function while enabling easy assembly and disassembly, making the complexity manageable.
Solution Approach 2:
The extension shaft is designed to be rotatable relative to the body, transitioning between a stored position and an extended operational position. This dynamic movement allows the system to adapt to different usage scenarios while maintaining a compact form when not in use.
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AI summary
A makeup extension wand system includes a body, including a frame with left and right vertical frame segment, and a stationary axle; and extension wand assemblies, rotatably and detachably mounted to the stationary axle, each including an extension shaft, an applicator tip, and a connector portion that can be rear or front offset, such that each extension wand assembly is rotatable to a vertical folded-in orientation for storage of the extension wand assembly and to a folded-out orientation for use of the extension wand assembly.