U.S. patent application number 14/174601 was filed with the patent office on 2014-08-07 for system for attaching artificial eyelashes on a tape strip.
The applicant listed for this patent is Daniel Phu Dinh. Invention is credited to Daniel Phu Dinh.
Application Number | 20140216488 14/174601 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 51258228 |
Filed Date | 2014-08-07 |
United States Patent
Application |
20140216488 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Dinh; Daniel Phu |
August 7, 2014 |
SYSTEM FOR ATTACHING ARTIFICIAL EYELASHES ON A TAPE STRIP
Abstract
The present invention relates to artificial eyelashes and, more
particularly, to a system and method for attaching, the artificial
eyelashes to a tape strip. The system includes an elongated strip
having an edge that runs along a length of the elongated strip. A
plurality of artificial eyelashes are attached along the length of
the elongated strip, each of the artificial eyelashes having a lash
end, with the artificial eyelashes attached with the strip such
that the lash ends are not flush with the edge of the elongated
strip.
Inventors: |
Dinh; Daniel Phu; (Beverly
Hills, CA) |
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Applicant: |
Name |
City |
State |
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Dinh; Daniel Phu |
Beverly Hills |
CA |
US |
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Family ID: |
51258228 |
Appl. No.: |
14/174601 |
Filed: |
February 6, 2014 |
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Application
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Patent Number |
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61761565 |
Feb 6, 2013 |
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Current U.S.
Class: |
132/53 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A41G 5/02 20130101 |
Class at
Publication: |
132/53 |
International
Class: |
A41G 5/02 20060101
A41G005/02 |
Claims
1. A system for attaching artificial eyelashes on a strip,
comprising: an elongated strip having an edge that runs along a
length of the elongated strip; a plurality of artificial eyelashes
attached along the length of the elongated strip, each of the
artificial eyelashes having a lash end, with the artificial
eyelashes attached with the strip such that the lash ends are not
flush with the edge of the elongated strip.
Description
CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS
[0001] This is a non-provisional application of U.S. Provisional
Application No. 61/761,565, filed on Feb. 6, 2013, entitled,
"Lashes on Tape."
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0002] (1) Field of Invention
[0003] The present invention relates to artificial eyelashes and,
more particularly, to a system for attaching the artificial
eyelashes to a tape strip
[0004] (2) Description of Related Art
[0005] Eyelash extensions have been a popular cosmetic enhancement
for several years. Eyelash extensions are applied to a user's
natural eyelashes to save the user time and enhance their natural
beauty.
[0006] Currently, there are many types of artificial eyelashes on
the market, some better than others. Historically, artificial
eyelashes were made of several artificial eyelashes that were
adhered to a sticky strip. The sticky strip would then be applied
to the user's eyelid to provide many artificial eyelashes in one
easy procedure. A problem with the traditional artificial eyelashes
is that they are bulky and do not look natural.
[0007] With advances in technology, single artificial eyelashes
have been conceived. In other words, with single lashes, a single
eyelash extension can be glued to a single natural eyelash. By
gluing the eyelash extensions directly to the natural eyelashes,
the natural look and fullness of the user is enhanced.
[0008] A problem with single eyelash extensions is that they are
difficult to adhere to packaging for individual use, Traditionally,
single eyelash extensions are attached with their ends against and
in line with a sticky strip as depicted in FIGS. 1A, 1B and 3. This
is also illustrated with respect to twin-eyelash extensions in FIG.
5. The configuration depicted in FIGS. 1A, 1B, and 3 is the easiest
configuration to generate as it allows the manufacture to lay the
lashes on the edge of the adhesive strip to provide the end result,
which looks nice and is the most easy to manufacture. However, such
a configuration does not allow for the ends to protrude from both
sides of the tape strip. Importantly, while they look nice, a
problem exists because the ends of the eyelash extensions are not
clean since the glue on the tape strip may stick to the end (root)
of the eyelash extensions when drawn from the tape strip, which
affects the ability of the eyelash extension adhesive to properly
glue the eyelash extension with the natural lash. In other words,
when a user pulls the roots from the tape strip, the roots may have
glue that is stuck onto the roots. This glue can create a problem
when attempting to apply the eyelash extension adhesive and,
further, could inhibit the ability of the eyelash extension
adhesive from properly adhering to the user's natural lashes.
[0009] Another problem with the prior art is with respect to flared
lashes/branched lashes (i.e., many lashes merged together) that are
positioned against the tape (in the configuration depicted in FIGS.
1A, 1B, and 3). When there are many lashes merged together, it can
be difficult to peel them from the tape or, in some cases, after
peeling the branched lashes from the tape the flared lashes
separate or break.
[0010] Therefore, there is a continuing need for a system for
attaching artificial eyelashes on a tape strip such that the
artificial eyelashes are easily cleanable and do not separate or
break when removed from the tape.
SUMMARY OF INVENTION
[0011] The present invention relates to artificial eyelashes and,
more particularly, to a system for attaching the artificial
eyelashes to a tape strip. The present invention relates to
artificial eyelashes and, more particularly, to a system and method
for attaching the artificial eyelashes to a tape strip. The system
includes an elongated strip haying an edge that runs along a length
of the elongated strip. A plurality of artificial eyelashes are
attached along the length of the elongated strip, each of the
artificial eyelashes having a lash end, with the artificial
eyelashes attached with the strip such that the lash ends are not
flush with the edge of the elongated strip.
[0012] Finally, as can be appreciated by one in the art, the
present invention also comprises a method for forming and using the
invention described herein.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0013] The objects, features and advantages of the present
invention will be apparent from the following detailed descriptions
of the various aspects of the invention in conjunction with
reference to the following drawings, where:
[0014] FIG. 1A is a top-view illustration of a technique for
affixing artificial eyelash extensions with an adhesive strip
according to the prior art, where the end of each artificial
eyelash extension is flush with and edge of the adhesive strip;
[0015] FIG. 1B is a top-view illustration of a technique for
affixing artificial eyelash extensions with an adhesive strip
according to the prior art, where the end of each artificial
eyelash extension is flush with and edge of the adhesive strip;
[0016] FIG. 2A is a top-view illustration of a technique for
affixing artificial eyelash extensions with an adhesive strip
according to the principles of the present invention;
[0017] FIG. 2B is a top-view illustration of a technique for
affixing artificial eyelash extensions with an adhesive strip
according to the principles of the present invention;
[0018] FIG. 2C is a top-view illustration of a technique for
affixing, artificial eyelash extensions with an adhesive strip
according to the principles of the present invention;
[0019] FIG. 2D is a top-view illustration of a technique for
affixing artificial eyelash extensions with an adhesive strip
according to the principles of the present invention;
[0020] FIG. 3 is a side-view illustration of a technique for
affixing artificial eyelash extensions with an adhesive strip
according to the prior art, where the end of each artificial
eyelash extension is flush with and edge of the adhesive strip;
[0021] FIG. 4A is a side-view illustration of a technique for
affixing artificial eyelash extensions with an adhesive strip
according to the principles of the present invention;
[0022] FIG. 4B is a side-view illustration of a technique for
affixing artificial eyelash extensions with an adhesive strip
according to the principles of the present invention;
[0023] FIG. 4C is a side-view illustration of a technique for
affixing artificial eyelash extensions with an adhesive strip
according to the principles of the present invention;
[0024] FIG. 4D is a side-view illustration of a technique for
affixing artificial eyelash extensions with an adhesive strip
according to the principles of the present invention;
[0025] FIG. 5A is a side-view illustration of a technique for
affixing artificial eyelash extensions with an adhesive strip
according to the principles of the present invention;
[0026] FIG. 5B is a side-view illustration of a technique for
affixing artificial eyelash extensions with an adhesive strip
according to the principles of the present invention; and
[0027] FIG. 5C is a side-view illustration of a technique for
affixing artificial eyelash extensions with an adhesive strip
according to the principles of the present invention.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0028] The present invention relates to artificial eyelashes and,
more particularly, to a system for attaching the artificial
eyelashes to a tape strip. The following description is presented
to enable one of ordinary skill in the art to make and use the
invention and to incorporate it in the context of particular
applications. Various modifications, as well as a variety of uses
in different applications will be readily apparent to those skilled
in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be
applied to a wide range of embodiments. Thus, the present invention
is not intended to be limited to the embodiments presented, but is
to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and
novel features disclosed herein.
[0029] In the following detailed description, numerous specific
details are set forth in order to provide a more thorough
understanding of the present invention. However, it will be
apparent to one skilled in the art that the present invention may
be practiced without necessarily being limited to these specific
details. In other instances, well-known structures and devices are
shown in block diagram form, rather than in detail, in order to
avoid obscuring the present invention.
[0030] The reader's attention is directed to all papers and
documents which are filed concurrently with this specification and
which are open to public inspection with this specification, and
the contents of all such papers and documents are incorporated
herein by reference. All the features disclosed in this
specification, (including any accompanying claims, abstract, and
drawings) may be replaced by alternative features serving the same,
equivalent or similar purpose, unless expressly stated otherwise.
Thus, unless expressly stated otherwise, each feature disclosed is
only one example of a generic series of equivalent or similar
features.
[0031] Furthermore, any element in a claim that does not explicitly
state "means for" performing a specified function, or "step for"
performing a specific function, is not to be interpreted as a
"means" or "step" clause as specified in 35 U.S.C. Section 112,
Paragraph 6. In particular, the use of "step of" or "act of" in the
claims herein is not intended to invoke the provisions of 35 U.S.C.
112, Paragraph 6.
[0032] Please note, if used, the labels left, right, front, back,
top, bottom, forward, reverse, clockwise and counter clockwise have
been used for convenience purposes only and are not intended to
imply any particular fixed direction. Instead, they are used to
reflect relative locations and/or directions between various
portions of an object.
[0033] (1) Introduction
[0034] The present invention relates to artificial eyelashes and,
more particularly, to a system and method for attaching the
artificial eyelashes to a tape strip. Traditionally and as shown in
the prior art as depicted in FIGS. 1A and 1B, artificial eyelashes
103 are adhered to an elongated tape strip 101 such that an edge
102 (e.g., root) of the artificial eyelashes 103 are flush with the
edge 109 of the tape strip 101. FIG. 1A depicts lashes 103 with one
tapered end 104 and one blunt or cut end 108, while FIG. 1B depicts
lashes 103 with two tapered ends 104. As noted above, in both
cases, the edges 102 are in line and flush with the edge 109 of the
tape strip 101 and are not moved 107 away from the edge 109 of the
tape strip 101.
[0035] However, such a configuration does not allow for the ends to
protrude from both sides of the tape strip. In other words, when a
user pulls the roots from the tape strip, the roots may have glue
that is stuck onto the roots. This glue can create a problem when
attempting to apply the eyelash extension adhesive and, further,
could inhibit the ability of the eyelash extension adhesive from
properly adhering to the user's natural lashes.
[0036] Alternatively, the configuration according to the principles
of the present invention and depicted in FIGS. 2A through 2D, 4B,
4D and 5B allows a user to clean the roots of the eyelash
extensions before using (while still adhered to the tape strip). In
other words, the present invention allows a user to clean the roots
(with a cleaning solution, etc.) while the lashes are still adhered
to the tape strip.
[0037] Another problem with the prior an is with respect to flared
lashes/branched lashes (i.e., many lashes merged together) that are
positioned against the tape (in the configuration depicted in FIGS.
1A, 1B, and 3). When there are many lashes merged together, it can
be difficult to peel them from the tape or, in some cases, after
peeling the branched lashes from the tape the flared lashes
separate or break.
[0038] Alternatively, it is easier for a user if the flare
lashes/branched lashes are positioned against the tape strip as
depicted in FIGS. 4A and 4C because the body of the flare
lashes/branched lashes touch the tape less. Therefore, the present
invention provides artificial eyelashes on a tape strip such that
the artificial eyelashes extend from both sides of the strip.
[0039] (2) Specific Aspects
[0040] In one aspect, the present invention improves upon the prior
art by providing artificial eyelash extensions (or any other thin,
filament-like item, e.g., hair, strands, etc.) that are adhered to
a strip of material (e.g., tape strip, paper strip, foil strip,
etc.) such that the ends are not flush with an edge of the tape
strip. This concept is depicted throughout FIGS. 2A, 2B, 2C, 2D,
4A, 4B, 4C, 4D, 5A and 5B, which show how the strip (e.g.,
elongated tape strip) can be positioned anywhere along the length
or body of the lashes and still be within the scope of the present
invention. FIGS. 4C and 4D show that the present invention can also
be employed with branched lashes.
[0041] It should be understood that the present invention is a
configuration for packaging, storing, and transporting a collection
or plurality of eyelash extensions, in which the eyelash extensions
are affixed individually with a tape strip or other adhesive
item.
[0042] For example, FIGS. 2A through 20 illustrate artificial
eyelashes extensions 103 that are attached individually to a tape
strip 101. Importantly, the eyelash extensions 103 are affixed with
the tape strip 101 such that the ends 104 and 108 of the eyelash
extensions are not flush or aligned with the edge 109 of the tape
strip 101. FIGS. 2A and 2C depict eyelash extensions 103 with one
tapered end 104 and one blunt or cut end 108, while FIGS. 2B and 2D
depict eyelash extensions 103 with two tapered ends 104. It is
noted that the tape strip 101 can be affixed along any point along
the length 107 of the body of the eyelash extensions 103 so long as
the ends 104 and 108 are not flush with the edge 109 of the tape
strip 101.
[0043] This concept is further illustrated in the side-view
illustrations of FIGS. 3, and 4A through 4D. FIG. 3 is a side-view
illustration of the prior art, illustrating the eyelash extension
103 affixed with the tape strip 101 such that an end 108 of the
extension 103 is flush with an edge 109 of the tape strip 101.
Alternatively, the present invention is depicted in FIGS. 4A
through 40, which illustrate eyelash extensions 103 attached to the
tape strip 101 such that the ends 108 of the eyelash extensions 103
are not flush or aligned with an edge 109 of the tape strip 101. It
should noted that although the blunt end 108 is depicted, the
invention is not intended to be limited thereto as the concept can
be equally applied to tapered ends, as illustrated in FIGS. 2B and
2D.
[0044] It should be noted that the present invention is also
directed to all branched lashes that include more than two lashes
that branch from a common end. Such branched eyelash extensions 500
can be placed at any location on the adhesive strip 100 as shown in
FIGS. 5A through 5C), including at the edge 109 of the strip 101 as
shown in FIG. 5C.
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