U.S. patent application number 15/582707 was filed with the patent office on 2017-11-02 for style preservation head scarp and hair care wrap.
The applicant listed for this patent is Tiyiesha Morgan. Invention is credited to Tiyiesha Morgan.
Application Number | 20170311692 15/582707 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 60157746 |
Filed Date | 2017-11-02 |
United States Patent
Application |
20170311692 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Morgan; Tiyiesha |
November 2, 2017 |
STYLE PRESERVATION HEAD SCARP AND HAIR CARE WRAP
Abstract
A protective, decorative head wrap, constructed of a smooth,
gentle material, for preserving a hairstyle, disguising the
protective head wrap with a decorative wrap, and permitting hair
drying white still wearing the head wrap. The style preservation
head wrap includes protective element composed of a rounded
midsection with dual arms, each arm with a connective element, such
as snag-free Valero. The rounded midsection is placed at the rear
of the head while the arms are crossed over the forehead with the
connective elements lined up and connected to secure the protective
element around the head and hair. The decorative element,
permanently attached to the top edge of the protective element, in
order to create a fashionable look upon the user's head. The head
wrap also includes an opening for the tip of a blow dryer to
facilitate the drying of damp hair and further preservation of a
hairstyle.
Inventors: |
Morgan; Tiyiesha; (Corona,
CA) |
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Applicant: |
Name |
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Morgan; Tiyiesha |
Corona |
CA |
US |
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Family ID: |
60157746 |
Appl. No.: |
15/582707 |
Filed: |
April 30, 2017 |
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Application
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Patent Number |
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62330111 |
Apr 30, 2016 |
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Current U.S.
Class: |
1/1 |
Current CPC
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A45D 20/18 20130101;
A42B 1/004 20130101; A42B 1/041 20130101 |
International
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A45D 20/18 20060101
A45D020/18; A42B 1/00 20060101 A42B001/00 |
Claims
1. A Head Wrap comprising: a flexible material protective portion,
said protective portion having a top edge, a bottom edge, a first
arm and a second arm, a flexible material decorative portion, said
decorative portion having a top edge, a bottom edge, a first tail
and a second tail, wherein said decorative portion is of a greater
length than said protection portion.
2. The Head Wrap of claim 1, wherein said protective portion is
further comprised of a rounded midsection, said first arm on a side
of said rounded midsection of said protective portion, said second
arm on an opposite side of said rounded midsection of said
protective portion; wherein said first arm contains a first
connective element; wherein said second arm contains a second
connective element.
3. The Head Wrap of claim 2, wherein said decorative portion is
further comprised of a flat midsection, said first tail on a side
of said flat midsection of said decorative portion, said second
tail on an opposite side of said flat midsection of said decorative
portion.
4. The Head Wrap of claim 3, wherein an attachment means secures
said bottom edge of said decorative portion to said top edge of
said protective portion
5. The Head Wrap of claim 4, wherein said attachment means is
selected from the group consisting of: stitches and adhesive.
6. The Head Wrap of claim 4, wherein a dryer opening is created
upon the connection of said first connective element of said first
arm and said second connective element of said second at a point
around a user's head; the placement of said bottom edge of said
decorative element at a first point on a user's head; and the tying
of said first tail and said second tail at a second point on said
user's head.
7. The Head Wrap of claim 6, wherein said connective element is
selected from the group consisting of: hook and loop fastener,
button, and snap.
8. A method for decoratively protecting styled hair, comprising:
Combing hair around the crown of a user's head; Placing a
midsection of a protective element of a head wrap around said
user's head at a first location; Placing a first arm of said
protective element of said head wrap at a second location around
said user's head Attaching a connective element of a second arm of
said protective element of said head wrap to said connective
element of said first arm of said protective element of said head
wrap at said second locution; Securing a decorative element of said
head wrap around the perimeter of said user's head; Arranging a
decorative element of said head wrap in a manner to complement the
user's appearance.
9. A method for decoratively protecting styled hair, comprising;
Combing hair around the crown of a user's head; Placing a
midsection of a protective element of a head wrap around said
user's heed at a first location; Placing a first arm of said
protective element of said head wrap at a second location around
said user's head Attaching a connective element of a second arm of
said protective element of said head wrap to said connective
element of said first arm of said protective element of said head
wrap at said second location; Securing a decorative element of said
head wrap around the perimeter of said user's head; Arranging a
decorative element of said head wrap in a manner to complement the
user's appearance. Further securing user's hair by rotating said
head wrap around said user's head;
10. A method for decoratively protecting styled hair, comprising:
Combing hair around the crown of a user's head; Placing a
midsection of a protective element of a head wrap around said
user's head at a first location; Placing a first arm of said
protective element of said head wrap at a second location around
said user's head Attaching a connective element of a second arm of
said protective element of said head wrap to said connective
element of said first arm of said protective element of said head
wrap at said second location; Securing a decorative element of said
head wrap around the perimeter of said user's head; inserting a
drying device into an opening within said head wrap, wherein said
opening is created by the folding of said protective element of
said head wrap around said user's head.
Description
CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS
[0001] The present application claims priority to the provisional
patent application identified by U.S. Ser. No. 61/330,111, filed on
Apr. 30, 2016. The entire content of the provisional patent
application identified as 61/330,111 is hereby expressly
incorporated herein by reference.
[0002] The present disclosure relates generally to accessories for
hair and, in particular, to a combination head scarf and hair care
wrap that is both protective and decorative.
BACKGROUND
[0003] Head wraps and scarves have been used for years as a method
to preserve a hair style once the user leaves a hair salon or
completes an at-home styling session. Head wraps and scarves are
particularly important to those persons with naturally curly hair
who choose to wear their tresses in a straightened style. Curly
hair that has been straightened with heat or chemicals must be
wrapped during sleep or exercise or the hair will quickly revert to
its naturally curly condition. In addition, as time elapses after a
straightening treatment, even without the interference of any
significant moisture, the hair will begin to frizz and possibly
become puffy, ultimately ruining the fresh look of the straightened
hairstyle. Once the hair no longer appears straight and shiny, the
person may desire a new styling treatment to refresh the look,
which will require further financial investment in grooming and
styling.
[0004] An object of one embodiment of the present disclosure is to
provide a head scarf and hair wrap that is suitable for at-home as
well as in-public usage. Another object of the present disclosure
is to provide a head scarf and hair wrap that remains in place
during sleep or exercise by the user. Another object of the present
disclosure is to provide to prevent hair dehydration, hair
breakage, and hair frizzing. Another object of the present
disclosure is to provide a head scarf and hair wrap that protects
hairstyles and prolongs the time a user can wear a particular style
between sessions with a stylist.
[0005] Another object of the present disclosure is to provide a
head scarf and hair wrap that may be tightened and adjusted while
being worn by the user. Another object of the present disclosure is
to provide a head scarf and hair wrap that allows a user to
effectively use a blow dryer on hair while still wearing said Head
Wrap.
SUMMARY
[0006] Embodiments of the present disclosure generally provide a
style preservation head scarf and hair wrap. The Style Preservation
Head Scarf and Hair Care Wrap (hereinafter referred to as the "Head
Wrap") consists of a combination hair protection element and a
fashion element. The protective element is placed directly against
the hair in use. The bottom edge of the fashion/decorative element
is permanently attached to the top edge of the hair protection
element. When the user desires to use a blow drying apparatus with
the present Head Wrap, the blow drying unit may be placed between
the folds (dryer opening) created between the left arm, right arm,
and top of the protective element. The dryer opening may be used to
remove dampness while the scarf is worn and to maintain the user's
hairstyle. The Head Wrap may be used to prevent hair breakage, as a
multipurpose hair accessory, to protect hair during sleep, to allow
air to reach the user's scalp, to extend the wearing time of
straightened hair styles for all types of hair, to minimize
moisture and frizz of the hair, and to promote and foster
manageable hair care.
[0007] This product was created to meet the needs of those persons
desiring a hair care wrap and scarf to maintain and prolong the
user's hairstyle while simultaneously allowing air to reach a
user's scalp, which will reduce the hair styling time alter wearing
the device over night or during the day. The preferred embodiment
is pure silk or a material with similar qualities. A similar
product, constructed of blended or synthetic materials, would not
allow the user's scalp to breath, which would result in hair
dehydration, in which moisture is absorbed leaving the hair lacking
sheen. This dehydration may also cause hair breakage and frizz if
the hair wrap becomes unsecured from the user's head during sleep.
The present device serves the dual purpose of a hair care tool and
a hair accessory. The present product provides longer lasting
preservation of hair styles by preserving hair moisture, shine and
bounce, preventing hair breakage, minimizing frizz and is
supportive of all hair types. These wraps are typically worn in the
privacy of the home with loungewear or sleepwear. Additionally,
users of the present device won't experience skin irritations or
breakouts since the hair and any hair products will not contact the
face or other skin.
[0008] Since hair preservation scarves aren't typically worn
outside the home, users and manufacturers aren't necessarily
concerned with the aesthetics of the head scarf. For those head
scarves that are designed to be worn outside of the home, their
main function is to decorate the hair, keep hair out of the user's
face, or to protect modesty without regard for preservation a of
style and health of hair. The present Head Wrap protects hair and
is fashionable. Typical hair scarves may become dislodged from the
user's head during sleep or exercise if not properly placed and
secured on the head. When a regular head scarf is secured with
mechanisms (such as clips or pins), those securing mechanisms may
snag or tangle in the user's hair when the head scarf is applied to
or removed from the user's head. In preparation for sleep or
exercise with the present Head Wrap, a user would "wrap the hair",
which consists of combing or brushing parted hair around the head
until the hair no longer hangs along the neck, shoulders, or back.
A user may choose to secure the wrapped hair with clips or pins
until the Head Wrap is in place, at which time the clips or pins
may be removed as they are no longer necessary for securing the
wrapped hair, which is quite secure under the present Head
Wrap.
[0009] In one embodiment, the Head Wrap of the present disclosure
provides a protective element, composed of a rounded midsection of
material with a first arm and a second arm. A first, connective
element is attached to the first arm and a second connective
element is attached to the second arm of the protective element. In
order to protect the hair style of the user, the rounded midsection
of the protective element of the head scarf is placed against the
rear portion of a user's head. The first arm of the midsection is
placed against the user's forehead, with the connective element
exposed. Then the second arm of the midsection is folded toward the
user's forehead where the connective element of the second arm is
placed, adjacent to and connected to the connective element of the
first arm of the protective element. Alternatively, the connective
elements of the protective element may be joined at the nape of the
neck, the sides of the head or any other location to create a
variety of styles. The protective element may be twisted around the
user's head to tighten the Head Wrap and further secure the wrapped
hair around the user's head. Once the protective element is in
place, the user can arrange the fashion or decorative element which
serves dual purposes: to further secure the protective element
around the hair and to add a decorative element to the user's
appearance.
[0010] Further, the present disclosure could provide a variety of
distinct hair wrapping styles, for the first alternative styling
method, the hair would be brushed around the head in a circular
motion, the protective element would be placed behind the head
while bringing together the two connective elements to meet at the
forehead, joining the elements left over right. The protective
element would be turned clock wise in the direction of the wrapped
hair, bringing the decorative element forward over the head while
tying the ends of the decorative element at the nape of the neck.
For the next styling method, the user would lay the Head Wrap on a
flat surface with the decorative element on top, fold the
protective element arms into the middle of the protective element,
roll or fold the protective element to a point where the protective
element is positioned upon the inner surface of the decorative
element and position the aligned protective and decorative element
in one of several positions: against the crown of the head with the
lower edge of the decorative element at the nape of the neck,
wherein the ends of the decorative element may be crossed and tied
near the forehead to secure the Head Wrap to the user's head (or
reversed with the tied section at the nape of the neck and the
aligned protective and decorative elements near the
forehead/hairline area); around the neck, then crossed and tied to
achieve the choker look; at the nape of the neck, then tied around
the forehead with a small portion of the hairline exposed; at the
nape of the neck, then tied around a middle section of the head; or
after styling hair in an up-do, bee-hive or bun, the user would tie
the aligned protective and decorative elements around the up-do
hairstyle.
[0011] When the Head Wrap is in use, the user may tighten the hair
wrap by repositioning the snag-free hook and loop fasteners or by
turning the hair wrap in the same direction as the user's hair has
been wrapped, i.e. turning the hair wrap in a full clockwise motion
allowing the wrap aid hair to tighten around the head and further
secure the protective wrapping around the styled hair. When a user
desires to apply dry heat to the hair to remove sweat, or other
dampness with a typical head scarf, the user must usually remove
the head scarf, comb or brush the hair, dry the hair, rewrap the
hair around the head and then reapply the head scarf or dressing.
Users of the present Head Wrap can dry their hair without removing
the Head Wrap. Once the protective element has been placed on and
around the wrapped hair and secured via the connective elements,
the midsection of the decorative element may the directed towards
the front of the head and the tails tied at the back of the head. A
blow dryer may be inserted in the dryer openings of the protective
element created once the Head Wrap is In place on the user's head.
The dryer openings (or gaps) will appear at the left side and right
side of the head. Once a blow dryer is inserted into the dryer
openings, the hair may be dried without removing the hair from the
Head Wrap, further preserving the straightening and styling of the
hair. If the user does not intend to blow dry the hair, the folds
may be hidden or concealed under the decorative element or within
the material of the protective element. In addition, even for
scarves that are functional and not merely decorative, those
scarves do not significantly lengthen the amount of time a user can
confidently wear a hair style due to their less functional
preservation techniques. The present Head Wrap is an improvement
and allows for much longer preservation of styled and straightened
hair during sleep and exercise.
[0012] While the present Head Wrap may be manufactured from a
variety of materials such as cotton, rayon, silk blends, or many of
several types of synthetic or organic blends, pure silk guarantees
maximum protection against breakage and other damage of the user's
hair. In addition, the use of snag-free Velcro, also commonly known
as hook and loop fasteners, prevents harmful and potentially
painful snagging of hair strands from clips, pins or other hair
accessories. Other technical features may be readily apparent to
one skilled in the art from the following figures and
descriptions.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0013] For a more complete understanding of this disclosure and its
features, reference is now made to the following description, taken
in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which:
[0014] FIG. 1 is a front perspective view of the Head Wrap
according to one embodiment of the present disclosure;
[0015] FIG. 2 is a front elevation view of the Head Wrap.
[0016] FIG. 3 is a rear elevation view of the Head Wrap.
[0017] FIG. 4 is a right side view of the Head Wrap.
[0018] FIG. 5 is a left side view of the Head Wrap.
[0019] FIG. 6 is a top view of the Head Wrap.
[0020] FIG. 7 is a bottom view of the Head Wrap.
[0021] FIG. 8 is a rear elevation view of Head Wrap on the user's
head.
[0022] FIG. 9 is a front elevation view of the Head Wrap on the
user's head with a blow dryer near the dryer opening of the Head
Wrap.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0023] The present disclosure generally provides a detailed
description of a style preservation head scarf, which may be used
to protect hairstyles as well as to disguise the hair protection
element with a decorative layer. It should be understood that a
Head Wrap as shown in the accompanying figures is for illustrative
purposes only and that any other system or subsystem could be used
in conjunction with or in lieu of a Head Wrap according to an
embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0024] FIG. 1 is a front perspective view of the style preservation
head scarf and hair care wrap according to one embodiment of the
present disclosure. The Head Wrap is composed of a protective
element and a decorative element. The protective element is further
composed of a top edge, bottom edge, and rounded midsection with a
first arm and a second arm. A first connective element is secured
to the exterior edge of the first and of the protective element. A
second connective element is secured to the interior edge of the
second arm of the protective element. When the Head Wrap is placed
upon the back crown section of the user's head, the first arm will
be placed against the forehead with the first connective element
exposed. Then the second connective element on the second arm will
be placed atop the first connective element, further encasing the
user's head in protective element of the head wrap. Alternatively,
the connective elements may be adjoined at the nape of the neck or
at any other point around the user's head. The top edge of the
protective element is permanently secured to the midpoint of
element may be permanently secured through stitching, sewing or
other permanent the bottom edge of the decorative element. The
protective element and decorative connective means. The decorative
element is composed of a top edge, bottom edge, first flap or tail
and second flap or tail. The length of the entire decorative
element is substantially longer than the protective element to
ensure that the decorative element may be wrapped around the user's
head and to accommodate a variety of folds, knots, bows, and ties
the user may choose as adornment. Once the protective element is in
place upon the user's head, the decorative element may be folded up
or down depending on the placement of the device upon the user's
head. Further, the user may tighten or loosen the protective
element by readjusting the connective elements of the protective
element or turning the Head Wrap around the user's head. After
configuring the protective element of the present device, the user
may arrange the decorative element as desired, tied in front, back,
or on the side or any other variations to suit the user's
tastes.
[0025] FIG. 2 is a front elevation view of the style preservation
head scarf and hair care wrap. The Head Wrap is composed of a
protective element, and a decorative element. The protective
element is further composed of a rounded midsection with a first
arm and a second arm. A first connective element is secured to the
exterior edge of the first arm of the protective element. A second
connective element is secured to the interior edge of the second
and of the protective element. The top edge of the protective
element is permanently secured to the midpoint of the bottom edge
of the decorative element. The length of the entire decorative
element is substantially longer than the protective element.
[0026] FIG. 3 is a rear elevation view of the style preservation
head scarf and hair care wrap, with the first arm folded, according
to one embodiment of the present disclosure. The Head Wrap is
composed of a protective element and a decorative element. The
protective element is further composed of a rounded midsection with
a first arm and a second arm. A first connective element is secured
to the exterior edge of the first arm of the protective element. A
second connective element is secured to the interior edge of the
second arm of the protective element. The top edge of the
protective element is permanently secured to the midpoint of the
bottom edge of the decorative element. The length of the entire
decorative element is substantially longer than the protective
element.
[0027] FIG. 4 is a right side view of the Head Wrap. The right side
of the decorative element is shown adjacent and securely attached
to the right side of the protective element.
[0028] FIG. 5 is a left side view of the Head Wrap. The left side
of the decorative element is shown adjacent and securely attached
to the left side of the protective element.
[0029] FIG. 6 is a top view of the Head Wrap. The top edge of the
decorative element is visible from this view.
[0030] FIG. 7 is a bottom view of the Head Wrap. The bottom edge of
the protective element is visible from this view.
[0031] FIG. 8 is a rear elevation view of Head Wrap on the user's
head. The protective element has been placed around the user's head
with the connective elements secured at the forehead. The
decorative element has been placed against the forehead with the
tails tied at the back of the head to further secure the Head Wrap
on the user's head.
[0032] FIG. 9 is a front elevation view of the Head Wrap on the
user's head with a blow dryer near the dryer opening of the Head
Wrap. The protective element has been placed around the users head
with the connective elements secured at the forehead. The
decorative element has been placed against the forehead with the
tails tied at the back of the head to further secure the Head Wrap
on the users head. Once the Head Wrap is in place on the user's
head, a fold or dryer opening is created by the securing of the
arms of the protective element at the forehead and the placement of
the decorative element against the forehead. If a user does not
intend to use the dryer opening, the dryer opening cat be concealed
by tucking within the protective element or decorative element.
[0033] It may be advantageous to set forth definitions of certain
words and phrases used in this patent document. The term "couple"
and its derivatives refer to any direct or indirect communication
between two or more elements, whether or not those elements are in
physical contact with one another. The terms "include" and
"comprise," as well as derivatives thereof mean Inclusion without
limitation. The term "or" is inclusive, meaning and/or. The phrases
"associated with" and "associated therewith," as well as
derivatives thereof, may mean to include, be included within,
interconnect with, contain, be contained within, connect to or
with, couple to or with, be communicable with, cooperate with,
interleave, juxtapose, be proximate to, be bound to or with, have,
have a property of, or the like.
[0034] While this disclosure has described certain embodiments and
generally associated methods, alterations and permutations of these
embodiments and methods will be apparent to those skilled in the
art. Accordingly, the above description of example embodiments does
not define or constrain this disclosure. Other changes,
substitutions, and alterations are also possible without departing
from the spirit and scope of this disclosure and the following
claims.
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