Patent Application
20250143444
The present invention relates generally to a cosmetic tool. More specifically, the present invention is a compact portable cosmetic brush having a retractable brush.
Cosmetic brushes have been indispensable tools in the world of beauty and personal grooming for centuries. They play a pivotal role in applying makeup and enhancing one's appearance. However, traditional cosmetic brushes have typically been designed for home use, which often makes them bulky and inconvenient to carry on the go. The demand for a compact and portable cosmetic brush has grown significantly in recent years due to the fast-paced lifestyles of modern consumers. In response to this demand, the present invention introduces a compact cosmetic brush designed to overcome the key shortcomings of prior art in the field.
The prior art primarily comprises conventional brushes that are relatively large, averaging around 150 mm to 200 mm in length. While these brushes perform their intended function effectively, they exhibit several notable shortcomings including lack of portability and the inability to conceal the brushes when not in use. Traditional cosmetic brushes are cumbersome to carry, often requiring significant storage space in handbags or travel kits. Their size and shape limit their portability and convenience, making it challenging for individuals to touch up their makeup while on the move. Additionally, prior art brushes lack protective features, making them susceptible to contamination and dirt when stored in bags or pockets. This results in the need for frequent cleaning and maintenance, which can be inconvenient for users with busy lifestyles. Furthermore, the absence of a protective cap or case exposes the brush bristles to damage, deformation, or bending when not in use. This can affect the brush's overall performance and longevity. The limitations of prior art in the cosmetic brush industry have led to a growing need for a compact and portable solution that can address these concerns effectively. The present invention, a compact cosmetic brush measuring 75 mm in length and 30 mm in diameter, along with a removable cap, aims to fill this gap in the prior art. The compact cosmetic brush presented in this patent application distinguishes itself from the prior art by its compact size, components, and material properties. The primary innovation lies in its reduced dimensions, which enhance its portability and convenience. The key advantages and features of the present invention include portability, concealability, and space efficiency.
The compact size and lightweight design of the brush enable users to carry it effortlessly in purses, pockets, or travel bags, ensuring makeup touch-ups can be performed on the go. The removable cap provides an effective barrier, preventing contamination and damage to the bristles, ensuring a cleaner and more durable brush. The compact dimensions of the brush ensure efficient utilization of space within makeup kits, leaving room for other essential cosmetics and tools. The present invention addresses the key shortcomings of traditional cosmetic brushes by introducing a portable, hygienic, and space-efficient solution.
The present invention is a makeup brush having a removeable cap, a casing, and a retractable brush. The casing comprises a plurality of notches for securing the removeable cap to the casing when the brush is not in use. Additionally, the brush is capable of retracting into the casing.
All illustrations of the drawings are for the purpose of describing selected versions of the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention.
As a preliminary matter, it will readily be understood by one having ordinary skill in the relevant art that the present disclosure has broad utility and application. As should be understood, any embodiment may incorporate only one or a plurality of the above-disclosed aspects of the disclosure and may further incorporate only one or a plurality of the above-disclosed features. Furthermore, any embodiment discussed and identified as being “preferred” is considered to be part of a best mode contemplated for carrying out the embodiments of the present disclosure. Other embodiments also may be discussed for additional illustrative purposes in providing a full and enabling disclosure. Moreover, many embodiments, such as adaptations, variations, modifications, and equivalent arrangements, will be implicitly disclosed by the embodiments described herein and fall within the scope of the present disclosure.
Accordingly, while embodiments are described herein in detail in relation to one or more embodiments, it is to be understood that this disclosure is illustrative and exemplary of the present disclosure, and are made merely for the purposes of providing a full and enabling disclosure. The detailed disclosure herein of one or more embodiments is not intended, nor is to be construed, to limit the scope of patent protection afforded in any claim of a patent issuing here from, which scope is to be defined by the claims and the equivalents thereof. It is not intended that the scope of patent protection be defined by reading into any claim a limitation found herein that does not explicitly appear in the claim itself.
Additionally, it is important to note that each term used herein refers to that which an ordinary artisan would understand such term to mean based on the contextual use of such term herein. To the extent that the meaning of a term used herein-as understood by the ordinary artisan based on the contextual use of such term-differs in any way from any particular dictionary definition of such term, it is intended that the meaning of the term as understood by the ordinary artisan should prevail.
Furthermore, it is important to note that, as used herein, “a” and “an” each generally denotes “at least one,” but does not exclude a plurality unless the contextual use dictates otherwise. When used herein to join a list of items, “or” denotes “at least one of the items,” but does not exclude a plurality of items of the list. Finally, when used herein to join a list of items, “and” denotes “all of the items of the list.”
The following detailed description refers to the accompanying drawings. Wherever possible, the same reference numbers are used in the drawings and the following description to refer to the same or similar elements. While many embodiments of the disclosure may be described, modifications, adaptations, and other implementations are possible. For example, substitutions, additions, or modifications may be made to the elements illustrated in the drawings, and the methods described herein may be modified by substituting, reordering, or adding stages to the disclosed methods. Accordingly, the following detailed description does not limit the disclosure. Instead, the proper scope of the disclosure is defined by the appended claims. The present disclosure contains headers. It should be understood that these headers are used as references and are not to be construed as limiting upon the subjected matter disclosed under the header. Other technical advantages may become readily apparent to one of ordinary skill in the art after review of the following figures and description. It should be understood at the outset that, although exemplary embodiments are illustrated in the figures and described below, the principles of the present disclosure may be implemented using any number of techniques, whether currently known or not. The present disclosure should in no way be limited to the exemplary implementations and techniques illustrated in the drawings and described below.
Unless otherwise indicated, the drawings are intended to be read together with the specification, and are to be considered a portion of the entire written description of this invention. As used in the following description, the terms “horizontal”, “vertical”, “left”, “right”, “up”, “down” and the like, as well as adjectival and adverbial derivatives thereof (e.g., “horizontally”, “rightwardly”, “upwardly”, “radially”, etc.), simply refer to the orientation of the illustrated structure as the particular drawing figure faces the reader. Similarly, the terms “inwardly,” “outwardly” and “radially” generally refer to the orientation of a surface relative to its axis of elongation, or axis of rotation, as appropriate.
The present disclosure includes many aspects and features. Moreover, while many aspects and features relate to, and are described in the context of a cosmetic tool 1, embodiments of the present disclosure are not limited to use only in this context.
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Although the invention has been explained in relation to its preferred embodiment, it is to be understood that many other possible modifications and variations can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention.
| Number | Date | Country | |
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| 63595674 | Nov 2023 | US |
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| Parent | 29915701 | Nov 2023 | US |
| Child | 18936808 | US | |
| Parent | 29936109 | Apr 2024 | US |
| Child | 18936808 | US | |
| Parent | 29915701 | Nov 2023 | US |
| Child | 29936109 | US |
