U.S. patent application number 13/526445 was filed with the patent office on 2012-12-20 for crown lashes.
Invention is credited to JANE INSOOK KIM.
Application Number | 20120318290 13/526445 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 47352694 |
Filed Date | 2012-12-20 |
United States Patent
Application |
20120318290 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
KIM; JANE INSOOK |
December 20, 2012 |
Crown Lashes
Abstract
The present invention relates to a crown-shaped semi-permanent
eye lash extension that adheres on top of the natural lashes.
Crown-shaped lash extensions are also applied in crisscross
overlapping method that further improves coverage particularly for
bald or sparse areas. The design of a single crown-shaped lashes
allows it to be applied on top of the natural lashes and not
directly onto individual natural lashes. There is no need to
isolate individual natural lashes thereby reducing application time
significantly and enabling single handed application.
Inventors: |
KIM; JANE INSOOK; (CORONA,
CA) |
Family ID: |
47352694 |
Appl. No.: |
13/526445 |
Filed: |
June 18, 2012 |
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61498535 |
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Current U.S.
Class: |
132/201 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A41G 5/02 20130101 |
Class at
Publication: |
132/201 |
International
Class: |
A41G 5/02 20060101
A41G005/02 |
Claims
1. A method for applying eyelash extensions to natural eyelashes,
comprising: preparing a first plurality of eyelash extensions, each
eyelash extension having spaced apart base lash portions, and mid
portions merging toward one another to define a crown-shaped tip;
applying the first plurality of eyelash extensions in a first
pattern over the natural eyelashes, wherein the first plurality of
eyelash extensions in the first pattern extends to an outer corner
of the natural eyelashes, so that a first layer of the eyelash
extensions is constructed; applying in a second pattern a second
plurality of eyelash extensions defining an overlapping pattern on
the first layer, so that a second layer of the eyelash extensions
is constructed; and applying in a third pattern a third plurality
of eyelash extensions defining an overlapping pattern on the second
layer, so that a third layer of the eyelash extensions is
constructed.
2. The method of claim 1, wherein the first pattern is a crisscross
pattern.
3. The method of claim 1, wherein the second pattern is a
crisscross pattern.
4. The method of claim 1, wherein the third pattern is a crisscross
pattern.
5. The method of claim 1, wherein at least one of the patterns is a
side-by-side pattern.
6. The method of claim 1, wherein at least two of the eyelash
extensions have different lengths.
7. The method of claim 1, wherein at least one crown-shaped tip of
at least one of the eyelash extensions is positioned between tips
of two adjacent, successive natural eye lashes.
8. A method of applying eyelash extensions over natural eyelashes,
comprising: providing a plurality of the eyelash extensions, each
eyelash extension comprising first and second lash portions with
spaced-apart base ends, and mid portions extending toward one
another to define overlapping distal ends, the overlapping distal
ends defining a crown shape; and applying the plurality of eyelash
extensions over the natural eyelashes in a preselected pattern,
from an inside corner of the natural eyelashes to an outside corner
of the natural eyelashes.
9. The method of claim 8, wherein at least one of the crown-shaped
overlapping distal ends is positioned midway between two adjacent
successive natural eyelashes.
10. The method of claim 8, wherein at least two of the eyelash
extensions have different lengths.
11. The method of claim 8, wherein the preselected pattern is a
crisscross pattern.
12. The method of claim 8, wherein the preselected pattern is a
side-by-side pattern.
13. The method of claim 8, wherein at least one other configuration
of eyelash extension is mixed in with the first plurality of
eyelash extensions.
14. An eyelash extension configured for application over natural
eyelashes, comprising: first and second lash portions, each lash
portion having a base end, a mid portion, and a distal end, the
first and second base portions being spaced away from one another;
and the first and second mid portions extending toward one another;
wherein an overlap of the mid portions proximate the first and
second tip portions defines a general crown shape; and wherein upon
application of the eyelash extension over the natural eyelashes,
the general crown shape is positioned midway between tips of two
adjacent successive natural eyelashes.
15. The eyelash extension of claim 14 wherein the base ends, the
mid portions, and general crown shape are further configured such
that multiple layers of the eyelash extensions can be applied over
the natural eyelashes in a plurality of preselected patterns.
16. The eyelash extension of claim 14, wherein the mid portions
have a generally arcuate shape with a concave surface and a convex
surface, and wherein the convex surfaces extend toward one another
to overlap and define the crown shape.
17. The eyelash extension of claim 14, wherein the eyelash
extensions are configured to be applied over natural eyelashes in a
plurality of patterns, and a plurality of layers, to obtain one of
a plurality of desired effects.
Description
CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS
[0001] This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional
Application No. 61/498,535 filed Jun. 18, 2011, which is
incorporated herein in its entirety.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0002] The present invention relates to a crown-shaped
semi-permanent eye lash extension that adheres on top of the
natural lashes. According to the present invention, its crown shape
makes application of lashes easy, decreases time of application,
provide fuller coverage, and allow a wider range of effects. It is
also softer and lighter in weight than the traditional eye
extension thereby improving comfort and flexibility of
application.
[0003] Conventional eye lash extensions are traditionally applied
individually, one lash at a time and applied directly onto each
natural lashes. Each natural eye lash needs to be isolated to apply
the traditional eye lash extension. Therefore, its application
usually requires two hand and is cumbersome and time consuming.
According to the present invention, application of crown-shaped
lash extension is easy and can even be applied with one hand.
Crown-shaped eye lash extension is laid on top of the natural
lashes and not attached directly onto each individual natural
lashes. Therefore, there is no need to isolate individual natural
lashes leading to a significant reduction in application time and
even allow single-handed application.
[0004] Further, conventional lash extension can be applied in only
one layer. Therefore, it is difficult to create fullness,
especially in areas of bald spots, and is limited on its range of
effects. According to the present invention, crown-shaped lash
extension can be applied in multiple layers to create different
ranges of effect and is not limited by bald spots. Bald spots can
be easily filled due to the unique design of the crown-shaped lash
and crisscross overlapping application method. While single layer
can have a natural appearance, more layers can be added to increase
fullness or to have a dramatic look for various user preference or
occasion.
[0005] Lastly, while traditional lash extension are flexible, it
tends to be heavy, especially when it is applied fully and hence
tend to be uncomfortable and tend not to be as long lasting.
According to the present invention, the crown-shaped lash extension
are composed of flexible yet softer and lighter material, even
lighter than natural lashes. Therefore, it is more comfortable to
wear and does not pull down on the eyelids. Multiple layers can be
applied for various looks without increasing the weight
significantly. With proper adhesive, crown-shaped lashes can last
up to two months.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0006] It is an object of the present invention to provide a
professionally used semi permanently extend eyelashes that adheres
directly onto the natural lashes and can last up to 2 months with
proper adhesive.
[0007] Another aspect of the present invention is its crown-shaped
which is new to the eyelash extension industry. The two bases of
each crown-shaped design allows better coverage of bald or sparse
area for fuller coverage. Crown-shaped lash extensions are also
applied in crisscross overlapping method that further improves
coverage particularly for bald or sparse areas.
[0008] Furthermore, application method of the crown-shaped lash
extensions is different than the traditional lash extension method
that requires individual isolation of each natural lashes followed
by direct application of extension lashes onto the natural lashes.
The design of a single crown-shaped lashes allows it to be applied
on top of the natural lashes and not directly onto individual
natural lashes. There is no need to isolate individual natural
lashes thereby reducing application time significantly and enabling
single handed application.
[0009] Crown Lashes are also softer and lighter in weight than
traditional individual lash extensions which not only increases
comfort but allows for application of multiple layers on top of the
natural lashes to create a wide range of effects.BRIEF
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0010] FIG. 1 shows a single Crown Lash composed of two lashes
separated at the base and joined at the tip.
[0011] FIG. 2 shows the Crown Lash laid on top of the natural
lashes beginning at the inner corners of the eyes and working to
outer edge of eye. Crown Lash is not applied directly onto the
natural lashes. It is applied on top of the natural lashes.
[0012] FIG. 3 shows a single layer of Crown Lash applied in a
crisscross pattern where the crown lash overlays the previous lash.
Each Crown Lash is applied until outer corner of the eye is
reached.
[0013] FIG. 4 shows a second layer of Crown Lash applied on top of
the first layer.
[0014] FIG. 5 shows a third layer of Crown Lash applied on top of
the second layer.
[0015] FIG. 6 shows a single layer application of Crown Lash for a
natural look.
[0016] FIG. 7 shows a double layer application of Crown Lash for a
standard look.
[0017] FIG. 8 shows three layer application of Crown Lash for a
dramatic look.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[0018] Hereinafter, an explanation on the crown-shaped lash
extension according to the present invention will be in detail
given with reference to the attached drawings.
[0019] As shown in FIG. 1, a single crown-shaped lash extension is
composed of two lashes separated at the base and merged at the tip
to create a "crown" shaped effect at the tips of lashes. This
design allows easy application as the tip of the lash is grabbed
and applied with adhesive on top of the natural lash. Since it is
not applied directly onto the natural lash, individual natural
lashes does not have to be isolated and separated, a time consuming
process requires two hands. However, the present invention is
applied on top of the natural lash eliminating the need to isolate
individual lash and can be done single handedly, thus reducing time
needed to apply each individual lash.
[0020] Furthermore, with the traditional lash extension, it is
difficult to fill bald spots and create fullness. However, the
design of the present invention comprising of two bases improves
ability to fill bald spots easily for fuller and more natural
look.
[0021] Additionally, while traditional lash extensions are
flexible, it is heavy particularly after a full application. Crown
Lashes are composed of synthetic fiber material that is not only
flexible but lighter in weight and softer in texture than even the
individual natural lashes. This increases comfort and its natural
appearance of the lash extension. Also, multiple layers can be
applied to create a wide range of effects without causing the
overall weight of lash extension to feel heavy.
[0022] FIG. 2 shows the Crown Lash as it is applied on top of the
natural lash rather than directly onto the natural lash. Because it
is not applied directly onto individual lashes, Crown Lashes can be
applied more easily, single handedly and require less application
time. Additionally, Crown Lashes are applied in a crisscross
pattern where the each Crown Lash overlays the previous lash to
provide a fuller coverage. This crisscross overlapping pattern
further enhances ability to fill bald or sparse areas for fuller
and more natural appearance.
[0023] FIG. 3 shows the Crown Lashes applied in crisscross pattern
until the outer corner of the eye is reached. Alternatively, Crown
Lashes can be applied in a side by side pattern to achieve a
different look. It can also be used with traditional individual
eyelash extensions and/or mixed with different lengths of crown
lashes to increase variations to meet individual user
preference.
[0024] FIG. 4 shows a second layer of Crown Lashes applied on top
of the first layer of lashes.
[0025] FIG. 5 shows a third layer of Crown Lashes applied on top of
the second layer of lashes. Fourth row and more can be applied to
create a desired effect to meet the need of individual user.
[0026] FIG. 6 shows a natural look of a single layer of Crown
Lashes for more everyday use.
[0027] FIG. 7 shows a additional layer of Crown Lashes for more
standard eye lash extension look to provide a full "false lash"
look as opposed to traditional lash extension that can provide only
a natural separated look.
[0028] FIG. 8 shows multiple layers of Crown Lashes applied for
more dramatic look. Crown lashes can be adjusted based on the type
of look the user is trying to achieve to based on individual user
preference, need or occasion.
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