U.S. patent application number 14/664437 was filed with the patent office on 2016-09-22 for modular cosmetic case.
The applicant listed for this patent is International Cosmetic Suppliers Ltd. (Taiwan Branch). Invention is credited to David Julian Cave THOMPSON.
Application Number | 20160270507 14/664437 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 56924084 |
Filed Date | 2016-09-22 |
United States Patent
Application |
20160270507 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
THOMPSON; David Julian
Cave |
September 22, 2016 |
MODULAR COSMETIC CASE
Abstract
Cosmetic compact having a base including a bottom and a first
wall. The first wall extending from the bottom and forming an
opening configured to receive a plurality of cosmetic containers. A
second wall and a third wall extending from the bottom and spaced
apart from one another and forming cosmetic container restraining
sidewalls configured to restrain the plurality of cosmetic
containers when the bottom is inverted. A lid operably coupled to
base and configured to transition between a closed position and an
open position in which cosmetics in the base are exposed for
use.
Inventors: |
THOMPSON; David Julian Cave;
(Taipei, TW) |
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Applicant: |
Name |
City |
State |
Country |
Type |
International Cosmetic Suppliers Ltd. (Taiwan Branch) |
Taipei |
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TW |
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Family ID: |
56924084 |
Appl. No.: |
14/664437 |
Filed: |
March 20, 2015 |
Current U.S.
Class: |
1/1 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A45D 33/008 20130101;
A45D 40/24 20130101; A45D 33/006 20130101 |
International
Class: |
A45D 33/28 20060101
A45D033/28; A45D 40/24 20060101 A45D040/24 |
Claims
1. A cosmetic compact comprising: a base, comprising: a bottom; a
first wall extending from the bottom and forming an opening
configured to receive a plurality of cosmetic containers; a second
wall and a third wall extending from the bottom and spaced apart
from one another and form cosmetic container restraining sidewalls
configured to restrain the plurality of cosmetic containers when
the bottom is inverted; and a lid coupled to base and configured to
operate between a closed position and an open position in which
cosmetics in the base are exposed for use.
2. The cosmetic compact as recited in claim 1, further comprising a
retaining frame coupled to the base and configured to operate
between an open configuration and a closed configuration in which
the opening is covered by the retaining frame thereby preventing
the insertion or removal of the plurality of cosmetic
containers.
3. The cosmetic compact as recited in claim 2, wherein the
retaining frame open configuration is a position between the
retaining frame closed configuration and the lid open
configuration.
4. The cosmetic compact as recited in claim 2, wherein at least one
cosmetic container comprises a plurality of cosmetic containers and
the retaining frame comprises a plurality of retaining tabs
configured to remove any gaps between the plurality of cosmetic
containers and the base.
5. The cosmetic compact as recited in claim 1, wherein the second
wall and the third wall have an angled portion facing one another
so that the distance between the second wall and the third wall is
greater near the bottom as compared to the distance between the
second wall and the third wall at the respective distal ends away
from the bottom.
6. The cosmetic compact as recited in claim 1, wherein the bottom
includes at least one groove integrally formed therein and
configured to receive a corresponding at least one protrusion
extending from the bottom of the plurality of cosmetic
containers.
7. A base of a modular compact configured to receive a plurality of
cosmetic containers, the base comprising: a bottom; a first wall
extending from the bottom and forming an opening configured to
receive the plurality of cosmetic containers; a second wall and a
third wall extending from the bottom and spaced apart from one
another and form cosmetic container restraining sidewalls
configured to restrain the plurality of cosmetic containers when
the bottom is inverted.
8. The base as recited in claim 7, wherein the bottom includes at
least one container receiving groove formed therein.
9. The base as recited in claim 8, wherein the container receiving
groove spans a substantial entirety of the bottom portion in a
direction that is substantially parallel to the second wall and the
third wall.
10. The base as recited in claim 8, wherein the at least one
container receiving groove comprises three container receiving
grooves comprising a first container receiving groove located
substantially adjacent the second wall, a second container
receiving groove located substantially adjacent the third wall, and
a third container receiving groove located between the first
container receiving groove and the second container receiving
groove.
11. The base as recited in claim 7, wherein the second wall and the
third wall have an angled portion facing one another so that the
distance between the second wall and the third wall is greater near
the bottom as compared to the distance between the second wall and
the third wall at the respective distal ends away from the
bottom.
12. The base as recited in claim 11, wherein at least one of the
second wall or third wall has a lip portion at the distal end that
extends substantially parallel to the bottom.
13. The base as recited in claim 7, wherein the bottom includes at
least one ridge configured to be received in a corresponding groove
on the plurality of cosmetic containers.
14. A cosmetic container configured to be installed into a base of
cosmetic compact, the cosmetic container comprising: a floor; a
plurality of sidewalls extending from the floor and forming a
cosmetic retention area; a leg extending from the floor and
configured to engage with a receiving groove of the base; a
extension member coupled to the floor and forming an angle relative
to one of the plurality of sidewalls, wherein the extension member
is configured to engage a wall of the base.
15. The cosmetic container as recited in claim 14, further
comprising ledge portion coupling the extension member to one of
the plurality of sidewalls.
16. The cosmetic container as recited in claim 15, wherein the
ledge is substantially parallel to the floor.
17. The cosmetic container as recited in claim 14, further
comprising an additional leg located on a side of the floor
opposite the leg.
18. The cosmetic container as recited in claim 17, wherein the
additional leg and the extension member form a cavity therebetween.
Description
FIELD
[0001] The subject matter herein generally relates to cosmetic
cases. More specifically, the subject matter herein relates to
modular cosmetic cases.
BACKGROUND
[0002] Cosmetics are common place in daily life and are often
carried everywhere a person goes including in cars, purses, travel
bags, and the like. Desired cosmetic shades can vary based on
clothing, weather, season, or style. The application of the
cosmetics can empty the container within which the cosmetics were
stored requiring a new container. Each container can include
multiple shades or types of cosmetics, and often a single cosmetic
is emptied before the entire container.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0003] Implementations of the present technology will now be
described, by way of example only, with reference to the attached
figures, wherein:
[0004] FIG. 1 is an isometric view of an example embodiment of a
cosmetic compact in a closed configuration;
[0005] FIG. 2 is an isometric view of an example embodiment of a
cosmetic compact in an open configuration;
[0006] FIG. 3 is an isometric view of an example embodiment of a
cosmetic compact in a second open configuration;
[0007] FIG. 4 is an isometric view of an example embodiment of a
cosmetic compact in a second open configuration having a plurality
of cosmetic containers being inserted thereto; and
[0008] FIG. 5 is an elevational cross-section view of an example
embodiment of a base of a cosmetic compact;
[0009] FIG. 6 is an elevational cross-section view of an example
embodiment of a cosmetic compact in a closed configuration;
[0010] FIG. 7 is a side elevational view of an example embodiment
of a cosmetic compact in a second open configuration;
[0011] FIG. 8 is an isometric cross-section view of a second
example embodiment of a cosmetic compact in a closed
configuration;
[0012] FIG. 9 is a bottom plan view of the retaining frame of an
example embodiment of a cosmetic compact;
[0013] FIG. 10 is a rear elevational view of an example embodiment
of a retaining frame of a cosmetic compact;
[0014] FIG. 11 is an elevational cross-section view of FIG. 8 along
line 10-10;
[0015] FIG. 12 is an isometric view of an example embodiment of a
cosmetic container;
[0016] FIG. 13 is a side elevational view of the cosmetic container
of FIG. 11; and
[0017] FIG. 14 is a cross-sectional view of the cosmetic container
of FIG. 11.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0018] It will be appreciated that for simplicity and clarity of
illustration, where appropriate, reference numerals have been
repeated among the different figures to indicate corresponding or
analogous elements. In addition, numerous specific details are set
forth in order to provide a thorough understanding of the
embodiments described herein. However, it will be understood by
those of ordinary skill in the art that the embodiments described
herein can be practiced without these specific details. In other
instances, methods, procedures and components have not been
described in detail so as not to obscure the related relevant
feature being described. The drawings are not necessarily to scale
and the proportions of certain parts may be exaggerated to better
illustrate details and features. The description is not to be
considered as limiting the scope of the embodiments described
herein.
[0019] Several definitions that apply throughout this disclosure
will now be presented.
[0020] The term "coupled" is defined as connected, whether directly
or indirectly through intervening components, and is not
necessarily limited to physical connections. The connection can be
such that the objects are permanently connected or releasably
connected. The term "outside" refers to a region that is beyond the
outermost confines of a physical object. The term "inside"
indicates that at least a portion of a region is partially
contained within a boundary formed by the object. The term
"substantially" is defined to be essentially conforming to the
particular dimension, shape or other word that substantially
modifies, such that the component need not be exact. For example,
substantially cylindrical means that the object resembles a
cylinder, but can have one or more deviations from a true cylinder.
The term "comprising" means "including, but not necessarily limited
to"; it specifically indicates open-ended inclusion or membership
in a so-described combination, group, series and the like.
[0021] The present disclosure relates cosmetic compact configured
to interchangeably receive at least one cosmetic container. A
cosmetic compact can include a base having a bottom and a first
wall extending from the bottom forming an opening configured to
receive the at least one cosmetic container. A second wall and a
third wall can extend from the bottom and be spaced apart from one
another to form cosmetic container restraining sidewalls. The
restraining sidewalls can be configured to restrain the at least
one cosmetic container when the bottom is inverted. A lid can be
coupled to the base and configured to operate between a closed
position and an open configuration. In the closed configuration,
the lid can be configured to cover at least a portion of the top
surface of base in which cosmetics containers are restrained. In
the open configuration, the cosmetics in the base are exposed for
use. In at least one embodiment, the cosmetic compact can be
configured to receive one cosmetic container restrained between the
second and the third wall. In alternative embodiments, the cosmetic
compact can be configured to receive a plurality of cosmetic
containers.
[0022] The cosmetic compact can further include a retaining frame
coupled to the base and configured to operate between an open
configuration and a closed configuration. In the closed
configuration, the opening configured to receive the at least one
cosmetic container is covered by the retaining frame thereby
preventing the insertion or removal of cosmetic containers. In the
open configuration, the opening configured to receive the at least
one cosmetic container is not covered by the retaining frame
thereby allowing insertion or removal of cosmetic containers. In at
least one embodiment, the retaining frame can assist the second and
third walls in restraining the cosmetic containers when the bottom
is inverted. In other embodiments, the retaining frame can be
omitted. When the retaining frame is omitted, the at least one
cosmetic container can be configured to be held in place by another
component such as a ridge or other retention mechanism.
[0023] The second wall and the third wall can further include an
applicator tray formed integrally formed therein and configured to
receive a cosmetic applicator. The applicator tray can be
configured to allow the cosmetic applicator to be contained within
the base when the lid in an open and closed configuration. In at
least one embodiment, the cosmetic compact can have an applicator
tray integrally formed in one of the second wall and the third
wall. In an alternative embodiment, the cosmetic compact can have
an applicator tray integrally formed in each of the second and the
third wall.
[0024] FIG. 1 illustrates an isometric view of an example
embodiment of a cosmetic compact 100 in a closed configuration 700.
The cosmetic compact 100 can have a base 110 having a bottom
portion 120. The base 110 can be configured to house a plurality of
cosmetic containers 145. A lid 160 can be coupled to the base 110
and configured to operate between a closed configuration 700 and an
open configuration 800, shown in FIG. 2.
[0025] In the closed configuration, the lid 160 can be configured
to cover at least a portion of the base 110. The lid 160 can cover
the cosmetic containers to avoid exposing the cosmetic in the
cosmetic containers to accidental contact and preventing use.
[0026] In the open configuration, the lid 160 can be configured to
expose the cosmetic containers for use.
[0027] The base 110 can include a groove 142 formed on the outer
surface configured to assist in operating the lid 160 between the
closed configuration 700 and the open configuration 800.
[0028] FIG. 2 illustrates an isometric view of an example
embodiment of a cosmetic compact 100 in an open configuration 800.
The base 110 can include a first wall 130 extending from the bottom
120 and forming an opening 135, as shown in FIG. 3, configured to
receive the plurality of cosmetic containers 145. The base 110 can
also include a second wall 140 and a third wall 150 extending from
the bottom 120 and spaced apart from one another. The second wall
140 and the third wall 150 can form cosmetic container restraining
sidewalls 155 configured to restrain the plurality of cosmetic
containers 145 when the bottom 120 is inverted.
[0029] The cosmetic compact 100 can also include a retaining frame
170 coupled to the base 110 can configured to operate between a
second closed configuration 750 and a second open configuration
850. The retaining frame 170 can be configured to restrain the
plurality of cosmetic containers 145 when the bottom 120 is
inverted. In at least one embodiment, the retaining frame 170 can
work in conjunction with the restraining sidewalls 155 to secure
the plurality of cosmetic containers 145. In alternative
embodiments, the retaining frame 170 can secure the plurality
cosmetic containers 145 within the base 110.
[0030] While the retaining frame 170 is illustrated in the example,
the present disclosure can be implemented without the retaining
frame 170. When the retaining frame 170 is omitted, the cosmetic
container 145 can be held within the base 110 by a ridge formed
thereon. In other embodiments, other retaining devices can be
implemented such as a movable side wall. In still other
embodiments, the restraining sidewalls 155 can be spaced apart so
as to provide a substantial friction fit to present the movement of
the at least one cosmetic container 145.
[0031] The second wall 140 and the third wall 150 can have an
applicator tray 180 integrally formed therein and configured to
receive an applicator 185. The applicator tray 180 can be
configured to house the applicator 185 when the cosmetic compact
100 is in the closed configuration 700. The applicator 185 can be
brush, a foam pad, or similar application device. In at least one
embodiment, the applicator 185 is a plastic rod having a foam pad
formed on one or both opposing ends. In an alternative embodiment,
the applicator 185 is a plastic rod having a brush formed on a
first end and a foam pad formed on the opposing end.
[0032] The lid 160 can have a reflective inner surface 165
configured to allow a user see the application of cosmetics. The
reflective inner surface 165 can be substantially the entire inner
surface of the lid or only a portion of the inner surface of the
lid 160. The reflective inner surface 165 can be a surface coating
applied to the lid 160 or a reflective material adhered to inner
surface of the lid 160. In at least one embodiment, the reflective
inner surface 165 is a minor film applied to the inner surface of
the lid 160. In an alternative embodiment, the reflective inner
surface 165 is a glass mirror adhered to the inner surface of the
lid 160.
[0033] As illustrated in FIG. 2 and the following figures, the at
least one cosmetic container 145 includes six cosmetic containers
145 arranged in two rows and are of equal size. The present
disclosure can be implemented with a single cosmetic container 145.
In other embodiments, the arrangement of a plurality of cosmetic
containers 145 can be in a single row. In yet other embodiments,
the size and shape of the cosmetic container 145 can vary. For
example, in the illustrated embodiment, the bottom row of cosmetic
containers 145 could be a single cosmetic container 145. In yet
other embodiments, the cosmetic containers 145 that are illustrated
as being one above the other can be formed as a single cosmetic
container 145. In this way, the present subject matter can be
implemented in a variety of different arrangement of cosmetic
containers 145 and/or shapes of the base 110. In yet other
embodiments, the arrangement can be in three or more rows. The
number of rows and cosmetic containers present can be based on the
desired size of the cosmetic. For example, in some arrangements
several smaller containers are present to provide for a greater
selection of product. In other arrangements, the size of the
cosmetic container is increased to provide more of a single color
and/or type of cosmetic.
[0034] FIG. 3 illustrates an isometric view of an example
embodiment of a cosmetic compact 100 having a retaining frame 170
in a second open configuration 850. The cosmetic compact 100 can
include a retaining frame 170 operable between a second closed
configuration 750 and a second open configuration 850. In the
second closed configuration 750, the retaining frame 170 can be
configured to cover the opening 135 to prevent inserting or
removing the plurality of cosmetic containers 145 from cosmetic
compact 100 while still allowing access to the cosmetics housed
within each cosmetic container 145. The retaining frame 170 can
form an aperture 173 configured to provide access to the cosmetic
containers 145 when the retaining frame 170 is in the second closed
configuration 750. The retaining frame 170 can provide additional
restraining against vertical movement of the plurality of cosmetic
containers 145 when the bottom 120 is inverted. In the second open
configuration 850, the retaining frame 170 can be configured to
allow the plurality of cosmetic containers 145 to be inserted or
removed from the cosmetic compact 100 through the opening 135.
[0035] As can be appreciated in FIG. 3, the plurality of cosmetic
containers 145 can be arranged in two rows. Each row can abut the
other to provide additional restraint when the bottom 120 is
inverted. In alternative embodiments, the cosmetic container 100
can be configured to receive the plurality of cosmetic containers
145 in a single row, or more than 2 rows.
[0036] FIG. 4 illustrates an isometric view of an example
embodiment of a cosmetic compact 100 in a second open configuration
850 having a plurality of cosmetic containers 145 removed
therefrom. The plurality of cosmetic containers 145 can be
configured to slidingly engage with the base 110. The bottom 120 of
the base 110 can have a track mechanism 125 configured to allow
insertion and removal of the plurality of cosmetic containers 145
from the cosmetic compact 100. The track mechanism 125 can be
substantially linear and begin at the opening 135 on the first wall
130 and extend to the opposing end of the compact 100. Each of the
plurality of cosmetic containers 145 can be configured to interact
with the track mechanism to facilitate insertion and removal into
the cosmetic compact 100. The track mechanism 125 can further
assist in securing the plurality of cosmetic containers 145 when
the bottom 120 is inverted. In at least one embodiment, the track
mechanism 125 can be at least one groove configured to receive a
protrusion extending from the cosmetic container 145. In an
alternative embodiment, the track mechanism 125 can be at least one
ridge configured to be received in a corresponding groove on the
cosmetic container 145.
[0037] As can be appreciated in FIG. 4, the track mechanism 125 can
be three container receiving grooves, each configured to receive
one or more cosmetic containers 145. A first container receiving
groove can be located substantially adjacent the second wall and a
second container receiving groove located substantially adjacent
the third wall. A third container receiving groove located between
the first container receiving groove and the second container
receiving groove. In at least one embodiment, the third container
receiving groove can be at substantially the mid-point between the
first and second container receiving grooves.
[0038] As can also be appreciated in FIG. 4, the retaining frame
170 can have a plurality of retaining tabs 175. The plurality of
retaining tabs 175 can be configured to remove any gaps between the
plurality of cosmetic containers 145 and the base 110. In the
illustrated embodiment, the plurality of retaining tabs 175 can
also be configured to remove gaps between the two rows of cosmetic
containers 145. The removal of gaps can provide a more secure
arrangement of the cosmetic containers 145 within the cosmetic
compact 100 and prevent shifting when the cosmetic compact 100 is
moved.
[0039] FIG. 5 illustrates an elevational cross-section view of an
example embodiment of a base 110 of a cosmetic compact 100 without
any cosmetic containers 145 installed therein. The base 110 can
include the second wall 140 and third wall 150 each extending from
the bottom 120. The second wall 140 and third wall 150 can be
spaced apart from one another and form restraining sidewalls 155
configured to restrain the plurality of cosmetic containers 145.
The second wall 140 and the third wall 150 can have an angled
portion 156 facing one another so that the distance between the
second wall and the third wall is greater near the bottom as
compared to the distance between the second wall 140 and the third
wall 150 at the respective distal ends away from the bottom
120.
[0040] The base 110 can further include the groove 142 configured
to assist in the operation of the lid 160. The groove 142 can
include a latching mechanism 144 configured to secure the lid 160
in a closed configuration 700. The base 110 can further include a
hinge mechanism 190 configured to operably couple the lid 160 with
the base 110. The hinge mechanism 190 can be a hinge, pin assembly,
or similar operable pivotable coupling. The hinge can be a butt
hinge, t-hinge, strap hinge, double acting hinge, soss hinge, or
other suitable hinge. A pin assembly can include one of the base
110 and the lid 160 having at least one protrusion extending from
an exterior surface and configured to be received in a
corresponding aperture formed on the other of the base 110 and the
lid 160. The lid 160 can then be configured to pivot about the pin
between the closed configuration 700 and the open configuration
800.
[0041] As can be appreciated by in FIG. 5, the restraining
sidewalls 155 can be formed by the second wall 140 and the third
wall 150 protruding inwardly as each extends away from the bottom
120. The track mechanism 125 can be a plurality of container
receiving grooves formed on the inner surface of bottom 120. At
least one groove can be formed substantially the middle of the
opening 135 and be configured to receive a portion of each of two
abutting cosmetic containers 145, as shown more clearly in FIGS. 6
and 7.
[0042] FIG. 6 illustrates an elevational cross-section view of an
example embodiment of a cosmetic compact 100 in a closed
configuration 700 having a plurality of cosmetic containers
installed therein. The lid 160 can be secured by the latching
mechanism 144 in the groove 142 of the second wall 140. In at least
one embodiment, the lid 160 can have be protrusion configured to
pass over the latching mechanism 144, thereby preventing the lid
from transitioning to an open configuration without an applied
force. In alternative embodiments, the latching mechanism 144 can
be a slidable assembly configured to matingly receive a protrusion
extending from the lid 160.
[0043] FIG. 7 illustrates an elevational view of an example
embodiment of a cosmetic compact 100 in a second open configuration
850. The lid 160 can be configured to pivot about the hinge
mechanism 190 when transitioning between the closed configuration
700 and the open configuration 800. The retaining frame 170 can
also be configured to pivot when transitioning between the second
closed configuration 750 and the second open configuration 850. The
lid 160 can be configured to angularly rotate more than the
retaining frame 170. In at least one embodiment, the lid 160 can
rotate approximately 110 degrees between the closed configuration
700 and the open configuration 800, while the retaining frame 170
can rotate approximately 100 degrees between the second closed
configuration 750 and the second open configuration 850. In
alternative embodiments, the lid 160 and retaining frame 170 can be
configured to have substantially the same rotational degrees of
freedom.
[0044] As can be appreciated in FIGS. 6 and 7, the plurality of
cosmetic containers 145 can be configured to sliding engage the
base 110 and be received within the track mechanism 125. The track
mechanism 125 can include three container receiving grooves formed
within the bottom 120, each groove configured to receive at least a
portion of one of the plurality of cosmetic containers 145. One of
the grooves can be substantially in the middle of the opening 135
and configured to receive at least a portion of abutting cosmetic
containers 145. As can further be appreciated in FIGS. 6 and 7, the
edges of the cosmetic containers abutting the second wall 140 and
third wall 150 can be configured to correspond to the restraining
sidewalls 155. The wall abutting portion 146 of the cosmetic
container 145 can extend inward at the top relative to the base 110
corresponding to the second and third walls 140, 150 that extend
inward as each extends away from the bottom 120. These respective
wedge-shaped arrangements can secure the plurality of cosmetic
containers within the base 110 when the cosmetic compact 100 is
inverted.
[0045] FIG. 8 illustrates an isometric cross-section view of an
example second embodiment of a cosmetic case 100 in a closed
configuration 700. The cosmetic case 100 can include a track
mechanism 125 having a ridge 126 formed substantially in the middle
between the second wall 140 and third wall 150 and extending along
the length the second and third walls 140,150. At least a portion
of the ridge 126 can be received in a corresponding grooved
informed into the cosmetic container 145. As can be appreciated in
FIG. 8, the ridge 126 can receive a portion of two cosmetic
containers 145 abutting one another. In alternative embodiments,
the cosmetic case 100 can have a plurality of ridges, each
configured to be received by a portion of the cosmetic container
145.
[0046] FIGS. 9-11 illustrate an example embodiment of a retaining
frame 170. The retaining frame 170 can be configured to operably
couple with the base 110. The retaining frame 170 can include a
plurality of retaining tabs 175 configured to remove gaps between
the plurality of cosmetic containers 145 and the base 110. The
plurality of retaining tabs 175 can be configured to ensure the
plurality of cosmetic containers are secure and cannot move while
in the retaining frame 170 is in the second closed configuration
750. The retaining frame 170 form an aperture configured to provide
access to the cosmetic containers 145 when the retaining frame 170
is in the second closed configuration 750. In the illustrated
embodiment, the retaining frame 170 has a single aperture exposing
the cosmetic containers 145. In alternative embodiments, the
retaining frame 170 can have a plurality of apertures exposing each
one or more cosmetic containers.
[0047] As can be appreciated in FIG. 10, the retaining frame 170
can have a receiving portion 177 formed therein. The receiving
portion 177 can be configured to operably couple the retaining
frame 170 to the base 110. The receiving portion 177 can include a
hinge assembly as described above with respect to the lid 160. In
alternative embodiments, the retaining frame 170 can be configured
to be operably coupled to the base 110 at the hinge mechanism
190.
[0048] FIGS. 12-14 illustrate an example embodiment of a cosmetic
container 145. The cosmetic container 145 can have a tray 149
integrally formed therein configured to receive and house a
cosmetic. The tray 149 can have a substantially rectangular shape.
In other arrangements, the tray 149 can be substantially circular,
triangular, or polygonal. In at least one embodiment, the cosmetic
container 145 has a tray 149 configured to receive one cosmetic. In
an alternative embodiment, the cosmetic container 145 can have more
than one tray 149, each configured to receive a cosmetic.
[0049] The cosmetic container can have a wall abutting portion 146
and a container abutting portion 147 disposed opposite to the wall
abutting portion 146. The wall abutting portion 146 can be
configured to engage the restraining sidewalls 155, thereby
securing the cosmetic container into the base 110. The container
abutting portion 147 can be configured to abut an adjacent cosmetic
container 145 as shown in FIGS. 6 and 7. In at least one
embodiment, the cosmetic containers 145 are restrained within the
base 110 solely by the restraining sidewalls 155. The restraining
sidewalls 155 and the cosmetic containers 145 each having a
corresponding wedge shape configured to restrain the cosmetic
containers when the bottom 120 is inverted.
[0050] The cosmetic container 145 can also include track engaging
portions 148 configured to engage with the track mechanism 125. In
at least one embodiment, the track engaging portions 148 can extend
the length of each of the wall abutting portion 146 and the
container abutting portion 147, thus forming a raised bottom
surface of the cosmetic container 145. In an alternative
embodiment, the track engaging portions 148 are protrusions
extending from the bottom surface of the cosmetic container 145 and
configured to be received in corresponding groves of the track
mechanism 125.
[0051] It is believed the exemplary embodiment and its advantages
will be understood from the foregoing description, and it will be
apparent that various changes may be made thereto without departing
from the spirit and scope of the disclosure or sacrificing all of
its advantages, the examples hereinbefore described merely being
preferred or exemplary embodiments of the disclosure.
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