U.S. patent application number 15/789355 was filed with the patent office on 2019-04-25 for hair sectioning device.
The applicant listed for this patent is Brian Daly. Invention is credited to Brian Daly.
Application Number | 20190116953 15/789355 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 66169227 |
Filed Date | 2019-04-25 |
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United States Patent
Application |
20190116953 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Daly; Brian |
April 25, 2019 |
HAIR SECTIONING DEVICE
Abstract
A hair sectioning device includes a headband having a plurality
of complementary connectors and a shape, size and construction
material that is suitable for being worn about the head of a user.
The device also includes a plurality of dividers that create a
stencil having a plurality of user-defined sections for receiving
the user's hair. At least one of the dividers including an
elongated elastomeric cord having a pair of connectors located
along each end thereof. Another of the at least one of the dividers
includes multiple elongated elastomeric cords that are pre-arranged
to form distinct shapes. Each of the elastomeric cords also
including a connector for engaging the complementary connectors
positioned on the headband.
Inventors: |
Daly; Brian; (Orlando,
FL) |
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Applicant: |
Name |
City |
State |
Country |
Type |
Daly; Brian |
Orlando |
FL |
US |
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Family ID: |
66169227 |
Appl. No.: |
15/789355 |
Filed: |
October 20, 2017 |
Current U.S.
Class: |
1/1 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A45D 44/08 20130101;
A45D 8/00 20130101; A45D 19/18 20130101; A45D 8/36 20130101 |
International
Class: |
A45D 8/36 20060101
A45D008/36; A45D 19/18 20060101 A45D019/18 |
Claims
1. A hair sectioning device, comprising: a headband having a top
edge, a bottom edge, an inside surface and an outside surface; a
plurality of complementary connectors that are disposed along one
of the inside surface and the outside surface of the headband; and
a divider having an elongated member and a plurality of ends that
are configured to selectively engage the headband, wherein the
divider functions to create at least one user-defined section for
receiving an entirety of a wearers hair.
2. The device of claim 1, wherein the divider comprises: a single
elastomeric cord having a pair of connectors along a first and
second end; and an outside diameter of between .1 and 1 centimeter,
wherein the pair of connectors are configured to selectively engage
the plurality of complementary connectors on the headband.
3. The device of claim 1, further comprising: a plurality of
dividers, each of which including a single elastomeric cord having
a pair of connectors along a first and second end, and an outside
diameter of between 0.1 and 1 centimeter, wherein the pair of
connectors of each of the plurality of dividers are configured to
selectively engage the plurality of complementary connectors on the
headband.
4. The device of claim 1, wherein the divider comprises: a single
divider having a plurality of connected elastomeric cords and at
least two ends; and a plurality of connectors that are positioned
along each of the at least two ends, wherein each of the plurality
of connected elastomeric cords includes an outside diameter of
between 0.1 and 1 centimeter, and each of the plurality of
connectors are configured to selectively engage the plurality of
complementary connectors on the headband.
5. The device of claim 1, further comprising: a plurality of
dividers, each having a two or more connected elastomeric cords and
a plurality of ends; and a plurality of connectors that are
positioned along each of the plurality of ends, wherein each of the
elastomeric cords includes an outside diameter of between 0.1 and 1
centimeter, and each of the plurality of connectors are configured
to selectively engage the plurality of complementary connectors on
the headband.
6. The device of claim 1, wherein the headband includes a uniform
circular shape that is constructed from an elastomeric material as
a one-size-fits-all.
7. The device of claim 6, wherein the headband further comprises: a
sweat absorbing material that is configured to absorb a hair
chemical.
8. The device of claim 1, wherein the headband includes a first and
second end that are configured to be removably secured
together.
9. The device of claim 8, wherein the headband further comprises: a
sweat absorbing material that is configured to absorb a hair
chemical.
Description
TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The present invention relates generally to hair styling
products, and more particularly to a device for sectioning
hair.
BACKGROUND
[0002] The statements in this section merely provide background
information related to the present disclosure and may not
constitute prior art.
[0003] There are a variety of known devices available for styling,
curling and straightening hair such as curling irons, straightening
combs and flat irons, for example. During use, it is necessary for
a user to arrange the hair into manageable portions through a
process called layering wherein various sections of the user's hair
are pulled back and/or tied up, while other sections are engaged by
the device. As this process is done manually, it is not uncommon
for some portions of the user's hair to be captured and
straightened twice and for other sections to be missed entirely,
thereby causing the final result to be less than perfect.
[0004] Likewise, when performing other actions, such as adding
color highlights, for example, it is also necessary to perform the
above described layering procedure and to overcome the above noted
issues. For these reasons, many users do not attempt to perform
such services on their own hair, choosing instead to visit a salon
and engage the services of a professional stylist.
[0005] Accordingly, it would be beneficial to provide a hair
sectioning device having a plurality of dividers that can be
configured to allow all of a user's hair to be easily and
systematically layered, so as to eliminate the drawbacks described
above.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0006] The present invention is directed to a hair sectioning
device. One embodiment of the present invention can include a
headband having a shape, size and construction material that is
suitable for being worn about the head of a user. The device can
also include a plurality of dividers which can engage the headband
to create a stencil having a plurality of user-defined sections for
receiving the user's hair.
[0007] In one embodiment, at least one of the dividers can include
an elongated elastomeric cord having a pair of connectors located
along each end thereof. The connectors can engage complementary
connectors positioned on the headband as desired by a user.
[0008] In one embodiment, at least one of the dividers can include
multiple elongated elastomeric cords that are pre-arranged to form
distinct shapes. Each of the elastomeric cords can include a
connector that can also engage complementary connectors positioned
on the headband as desired by a user.
[0009] This summary is provided merely to introduce certain
concepts and not to identify key or essential features of the
claimed subject matter.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0010] Presently preferred embodiments are shown in the drawings.
It should be appreciated, however, that the invention is not
limited to the precise arrangements and instrumentalities
shown.
[0011] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a hair sectioning device in
a disassembled orientation that is useful for understanding the
inventive concepts disclosed herein.
[0012] FIG. 2A is a top side view of the headband of the hair
sectioning device, in accordance with one embodiment of the
invention.
[0013] FIG. 2B is another top side view of the headband of the hair
sectioning device, in accordance with one embodiment of the
invention.
[0014] FIG. 3 is a top side view of the assembled hair sectioning
device, in accordance with one embodiment of the invention.
[0015] FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the neck guard of the hair
sectioning device, in accordance with one embodiment of the
invention.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[0016] While the specification concludes with claims defining the
features of the invention that are regarded as novel, it is
believed that the invention will be better understood from a
consideration of the description in conjunction with the drawings.
As required, detailed embodiments of the present invention are
disclosed herein; however, it is to be understood that the
disclosed embodiments are merely exemplary of the invention which
can be embodied in various forms. Therefore, specific structural
and functional details disclosed herein are not to be interpreted
as limiting, but merely as a basis for the claims and as a
representative basis for teaching one skilled in the art to
variously employ the inventive arrangements in virtually any
appropriately detailed structure. Further, the terms and phrases
used herein are not intended to be limiting but rather to provide
an understandable description of the invention.
[0017] FIGS. 1-4 illustrate one embodiment of a hair sectioning
device 10 that is useful for understanding the inventive concepts
disclosed herein. In each of the drawings, identical reference
numerals are used for like elements of the invention or elements of
like function. For the sake of clarity, only those reference
numerals are shown in the individual figures which are necessary
for the description of the respective figure. For purposes of this
description, the terms "upper," "bottom," "right," "left," "front,"
"vertical," "horizontal," and derivatives thereof shall relate to
the invention as oriented in FIG. 1.
[0018] As shown in FIG. 1, the device 10 can include a plurality of
dividers 11 and 12, and a neck guard 40 that can function to engage
a headband 20, so as to allow a user to separate their hair into
any number of different sections.
[0019] In one embodiment, each of the dividers 11 can include a
single elongated cord Ila having a connector 15a along each end.
Likewise, each of the dividers 12 can include a plurality of
elongated cords 12a-12d, for example, that are joined together to
form any number of different shapes. Each of the cords 12a-12d can
also include a connector 15a along a distal end.
[0020] In the preferred embodiment, each of the elongated cords
will be constructed from a thin elastomeric material such as
polyester crystal string cord, for example, and will have an
outside diameter of between 0.1 and 1 centimeter. The use of a thin
elastomeric cord allows the dividers to be stretched along the head
of a wearer, to act as a stencil for separating the hair of the
wearer's entire head into any number of different sections without
leaving any gaps or redundancy.
[0021] Although illustrated and described with regard to particular
shapes, sizes and construction materials, those of skill in the art
will recognize that any number of other shapes, sizes and/or
construction materials are also contemplated. Moreover, in various
embodiments, one or more of the elongated cords can include a
plurality of smooth beads 13 along a length thereof. The beads 13
including a smooth outer surface that allows the cord(s) to roll
along the head of the wearer during initial positioning and
removal. Such a feature prevents the wearer's hair from becoming
entangled with the divider and/or disrupting the shape of the
hair.
[0022] As shown best in FIG. 2A, one embodiment of the headband 20
can be formed as a continuous band member having parallel top and
bottom edges 21 and 22 which define an inner surface 23 intended
for circumferential fitting engagement with the head of a wearer,
and an outer surface 24 opposite the inner surface 23.
[0023] In the preferred embodiment, the headband 20 can constructed
from any number of elastomeric materials such as spandex and nylon,
for example, so as to be suitable for engaging a human head in a
one-size-fits-all manner. Additionally, the elastomeric fabric can
be coated with, or covered by any number of sweat absorbing
materials such as cotton terrycloth, for example. Such a feature
can allow the headband to absorb excess hair dye and other such
chemicals during use, thereby protecting the user from excessive
exposure to such chemicals. Of course, other embodiments are
contemplated wherein the headband can include shapes and
construction materials that are different from those described
above.
[0024] As shown, a plurality of complementary connectors 15b can be
disposed along the inner surface 23 of the headband. In the
preferred embodiment, twelve such connectors can be arranged in a
clock-like orientation (e.g., at the universally recognized 1-12
o'clock positions), and can function to engage the connectors 15b
of the above described dividers.
[0025] As described herein, the terms connector and complementary
connector can be used interchangeably to include any number of
different elements capable of securing two items together in a
nonpermanent manner. Several nonlimiting examples include opposing
strips of hook and loop material (i.e. Velcro.RTM.), magnetic
elements, and compression fittings such as snaps, hooks and
buttons, for example. Each connector and complementary connector
can be permanently secured to the illustrated portion of the device
via a permanent sealer such as glue, or stitching, for example.
[0026] Although described as including a continuous body with
connectors positioned along the inside surface at specific
positions, other embodiments are contemplated. For example, FIG. 2B
illustrates one embodiment of the headband 20 having two ends 25
and 26 that can be removably joined together via additional
connectors.
[0027] To this end, the headband 20 can also include complementary
connectors 15a that are positioned along both the inside facing
surface 23 and the outside facing surface 24. As shown, the
location of the complementary connectors along the respective
surfaces can be identical to each other, or can be at different
locations so as to facilitate receiving dividers of different
shapes and sizes. As such, each of the complementary connectors can
be positioned at locations on the headband 20 to be engaged by a
specifically shaped divider 12.
[0028] As shown in FIG. 3, one or more of the dividers 11 and/or 12
can be secured onto the headband 20 via the connectors 15a and 15b
as described above, so as to allow the individual cords to form a
user-defined stencil having a plurality of distinct sections 31-35,
for example. Next, the headband can be positioned onto the head of
a user, and all of the user's hair can be positioned within one of
the sections. When so positioned, the wearer or their stylist can
perform a treatment (e.g., hair coloring, curling or straightening,
for example) in a systematic manner that ensures no portions of the
wearers hair is missed or treated more than once.
[0029] As shown in FIG. 4, the device 10 can also include a
waterproof neck guard 40 having an elongated body with a plurality
of connectors 15c along a top end 41. Connectors 15c can engage the
complementary connectors 15b on the headband and/or dividers in
order to secure the neck guard 40 around a portion of, or an
entirety of the circumference of the headband and wearers head.
[0030] To this end, the neck guard 40 can act in a similar manner
to a salon styling cape to protect the wearers scalp, neck, skin
and clothing from the chemicals involved in the treatment. In the
preferred embodiment, the neck guard 40 can be constructed from a
waterproof fabric, such as nylon, for example, and can include a
length of between 10 and 24 inches.
[0031] As described herein, one or more elements of the hair
sectioning device 10 can be secured together utilizing any number
of known attachment means such as, for example, glue or compression
fittings, among others. Moreover, although the above embodiments
have been described as including separate individual elements, the
inventive concepts disclosed herein are not so limiting. To this
end, one of skill in the art will recognize that one or more
individually identified elements may be formed together as one or
more continuous elements, either through manufacturing processes,
such as welding, casting, or molding, or through the use of a
singular piece of material milled or machined with the
aforementioned components forming identifiable sections thereof.
Accordingly, in one embodiment, the device can include one or more
dividers that are permanently connected to the headband to form one
or more pre-defined sections. Such a feature being beneficial for
producing hairstyles wherein the wearers hair is arranged to
receive a color treatment that forms a distinct shape such as a
logo, flag, sport (e.g., baseball, football, or soccer) or symbol
(e.g., peace sign), for example.
[0032] As to a further description of the manner and use of the
present invention, the same should be apparent from the above
description. Accordingly, no further discussion relating to the
manner of usage and operation will be provided.
[0033] The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing
particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of
the invention. As used herein, the singular forms "a," "an," and
"the" are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the
context clearly indicates otherwise. It will be further understood
that the terms "comprises" and/or "comprising," when used in this
specification, specify the presence of stated features, integers,
steps, operations, elements, and/or components, but do not preclude
the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers,
steps, operations, elements, components, and/or groups thereof.
Likewise, the terms "consisting" shall be used to describe only
those components identified. In each instance where a device
comprises certain elements, it will inherently consist of each of
those identified elements as well.
[0034] The corresponding structures, materials, acts, and
equivalents of all means or step plus function elements in the
claims below are intended to include any structure, material, or
act for performing the function in combination with other claimed
elements as specifically claimed. The description of the present
invention has been presented for purposes of illustration and
description, but is not intended to be exhaustive or limited to the
invention in the form disclosed. Many modifications and variations
will be apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art without
departing from the scope and spirit of the invention. The
embodiment was chosen and described in order to best explain the
principles of the invention and the practical application, and to
enable others of ordinary skill in the art to understand the
invention for various embodiments with various modifications as are
suited to the particular use contemplated.
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