Refillable Cosmetic Strip Spool With Cutter for Measured Dispensing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing cosmetic products lack innovative, practical, and environmentally friendly forms that allow easy dispensing and precise application of make-up products.
Innovation Solution
A cosmetic article comprising a flexible strip of make-up product wound on a spool, with a base and a lid, featuring a cutter for precise dispensing and a refillable design, using a blend of cosmetic powders with carrageenan for flexibility and moisture-activated application.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a make-up product is provided in traditional packaging forms, then the product is stable and easy to store, but it lacks flexibility and ease of dispensing for end users
Solution Approach 1:
The make-up product is divided into individual usable portions along a continuous strip, allowing users to dispense only the amount needed while the remainder remains stored on the spool. This segmentation enables easy dispensing without compromising the stability of the entire product.
Solution Approach 2:
The product transitions from a static traditional packaging form to a dynamic reel-based system where the strip can be rotated and dispensed as needed. The spool mechanism allows the product to be dynamically accessed portion by portion, improving ease of dispensing.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a make-up product is provided in non-refillable packaging, then the packaging structure is simple, but it is not environmentally friendly and generates waste
Solution Approach 1:
The reusable packaging structure (reel, base, and lid) is separated from the consumable make-up strip. After the strip is depleted, users can discard only the strip and refill the packaging with a new strip, recovering and reusing the durable packaging components multiple times, thereby reducing waste.
Solution Approach 2:
The packaging structure is designed to be universal and refillable, capable of holding different make-up strips. The reel mechanism and container design allow the same packaging to be reused for multiple refills, enhancing adaptability while maintaining structural simplicity.
3Measurement precision
If a make-up product is dispensed without measurement control, then the dispensing process is simple, but the application amount is imprecise
Solution Approach 1:
The strip is pre-cut into individual portion segments during manufacturing, with each segment representing a measured application amount. This preliminary action of portioning allows users to dispense precise amounts without requiring measurement tools or complex dispensing mechanisms, maintaining ease of operation.
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AI summary
A cosmetic article (2) comprises a cosmetic product (1), preferably for make-up, in the form of a flexible strip (2A) wound on a spool (3), a base (4) that rotatably supports the spool (3), and a lid (6) that, when in a closed position, protects the spool (3) on which the cosmetic product (1) is wound.