FACE APPLICATOR FOR COSMETIC PRODUCTS

Abstract

Applicator for cosmetic products including a cylindrical base at the bottom equipped with an appendix for engagement with a rod body and at the top equipped with a silicone applicator body, or spatula, having a substantially cylindrical shape except for a portion removed according to a profile including a triangular profile having the apex substantially on the bottom surface and a parabolic profile. The parabolic profile is angled with respect to the cylinder's generatrix, thereby defining the application surface of the spatula.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present invention relates to an applicator for cosmetic products in paste, gel or liquid form, in particular face cosmetic products.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Applicators for cosmetic product have long been known, comprising a grip and closing element from which departs a rod which in turn bears an application element, or spatula, on its distal end, said applicators being configured for insertion and air-tight engagement with housing reservoirs containing cosmetic substances in paste, gel or liquid form, the application element, or spatula, being brought into contact with said cosmetic substances.

Typically, this type of applicator has conventional sizes depending on the treatments it is intended for, resulting in most cases in the need to produce different types of applicators for different associated cosmetics. This rigidity in the design of individual application elements understandably leads to significant difficulties in organizing the production chain, with consequent economic and labour-related issues that are not always trivial.

Secondly, typically, the application elements have a specific profile, wherein areas of deposition of the cosmetic material are not provided, if not in very limited quantities, and with physical properties particularly unsuitable for the current needs.

Finally, the increasing demand for products guaranteeing higher hygiene standards pushes towards the development of applicators made from low porosity materials, so that there are no residues of extracted and non-applied substance, with risks of substance degradation inside the container—or deposited on the applicator body—and with the certainty of a permanent coloration, not always desirable.

BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

Therefore, subject of the present invention is an applicator for cosmetic products that can be as versatile as possible, both in shape and in physical properties and, at the same time, provided with a sufficiently smooth surface so that the cosmetic substance does not stably deposit itself on the surface and with a profile configured so that it can be used for various functions related to the cosmetic activity.

This aim is achieved by means of an applicator for cosmetic products comprising a cylindrical base at the bottom, equipped with an appendix for engagement with a rod body and equipped at the top with a silicone applicator body, having a substantially cylindrical shape except for a portion removed according to a profile comprising a triangular profile having the apex substantially on the bottom surface and a parabolic profile, said parabolic profile being angled to the cylinder's generatrix, thereby defining the application surface of said spatula.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

Other advantages of the present invention will be well understood from the following description, relating to a particular embodiment thereof, as depicted in the figures solely for exemplary purposes and not limiting, wherein:

FIG. 1, is a front view of a first embodiment of the applicator according to the present invention;

FIG. 2 is a side view of the applicator of FIG. 1;

FIG. 3 is a sectional view of the applicator of FIG. 1 along the line A-A;

FIG. 4 is a top view of the applicator of FIG. 1;

FIG. 5 is a front view of a second embodiment of the applicator according to the present invention;

FIG. 6 is a side view of the applicator of FIG. 5;

FIG. 7 is a sectional view of the applicator of FIG. 5 along the line B-B;

FIG. 8 is a front view of the internal insert of the applicator of FIG. 5;

FIG. 9 is a side view of the internal insert of the applicator of FIG. 5;

FIG. 10 is a sectional view of the internal insert of FIG. 8 along the line C-C of FIG. 6;

FIG. 11 is a sectional view of the internal insert of FIG. 8 along the line D-D of FIG. 9.

FIG. 12 is a sectional view along the line E-E of the applicator of FIG. 11.

DESCRIPTION OF EXAMPLE EMBODIMENTS

The figures depict an applicator element 1 that is currently mounted on a rod of a conventional cosmetic application tool, not shown for sake of clarity.

The applicator element 1 comprises a cylindrical base 2 at the bottom, equipped with an appendix 3 for engagement with a rod body and at the top equipped with a silicone applicator body 4 having a substantially cylindrical shape except for a portion 5 removed according to the combination of a triangular profile 5a having the apex substantially on the bottom surface 5b of said removed portion and a parabolic profile 5c, said parabolic profile 5c being angled with respect to the cylinder's generatrix, thereby defining the application surface of said applicator body 4. In order to better define the application surface there is a reinforcement 6 of the top surface of the removed portion 5 that affects its entire perimeter. The appendix 3 has a conventional profile for easy insertion into the rod body.

As it can be clearly seen from the section view in FIG. 3, the body thus achieved is exclusively made of silicone, constituting a body of a single material, which features well known physical features, in particular with resistance and flexibility defined by the charges of material during the molding phase.

Finally, in FIG. 4 it is possible to recognize the substantially cylindrical shape of the applicator body 4, with the internal volume assuming the function of a reservoir 7 for cosmetic substance. As evident from FIG. 4, the reservoir 7 is also eccentric with respect to the generatrix of the appendix 3.

In another, improved embodiment, an applicator element 1, whose applicator body 4 has the same morphology as the first shape, which also departs from a base body 2, is provided. However, as observed from the FIGS. 5 to 12, compared to the first embodiment, an upper appendix 8 in axis with the lower appendix 3, departs from the base 2, which assumes the function of reinforcing element of the structure of the spatula.

As illustrated in the Figures, the reinforcing element comprises a vertical rod 9 at the top of which a head 10 is arranged, in this exemplary embodiment having the shape of a pair of wings, but it can take any shape considered appropriate. Moreover, the lower portion of the vertical rod 9 comprises a base shaped for engagement with the rod of the applicator assembly, at the top of which are provided a series of protruding rings 11, which form the punching area. At about half the height of the rod 9, that is in correspondence with the area for engagement with the base body 2, a ferrule 12 with a polygonal external profile is finally provided for abutment and support of the entire structure.

As appears in the sections D-D and E-E, the ferrule 12 is shaped so that channels aimed at ensuring the correct distribution of the injected silicone during manufacturing are recognizable, such channels comprising opposite cavities 13, 14, in correspondence with one of which a smaller radius channel 15 is further provided.

The reinforcing structure thus obtained can be composed of any material, depending on the production needs. As can be inferred from the fact that two different embodiments are provided, the applicator according to the invention is perfectly self-supporting, and does not necessarily require a strengthening element. This enables the manufacturer to decide with extreme versatility the material, or materials, that will form said reinforcement. For example, an insert made of a silicone with a different mixture than the one of the applicator body, or a metallic material such as zamak, can be used without compromising the functionality of the applicator body in any way.

Further, the head can present various types of decorations, which will remain visible over time, thanks to the transparent silicone material of the applicator body. Therefore, the manufacturer can consider inserting ornamental objects inside the head, borrowing its finish from the natural look of amber and offering a similar perception to the user's eye. Similarly, one can consider using the head as a surface for applying promotional or social messages, which remain clearly readable throughout the entire life of the applicator. This option, which apparently has only a commercial value, can however enable the manufacturer to guarantee to the user—for example, through appropriate protection systems such as watermarks and the like—the actual origin of the applicator as well, following an increasingly prevalent trend of showing the production chain of the marketed product.

The freedom of morphology granted to the head could also be used by the manufacturer to bring the applicator body to specific application geometries, which offer particular effects on the user's face.

It is clear that the solutions described above are just some of the possible embodiments of the present invention and that there can be multiple variants that do not differ from the scope of protection defined by the following claims.

Claims

1. An applicator for cosmetic products, comprising a cylindrical base (2) at the bottom equipped with an appendix (3) for engagement with a rod body and at the top equipped with a silicone applicator body, or spatula, (4) having a substantially cylindrical shape except for a portion (5) removed according to the combination of a triangular profile (5a) having the apex substantially on the bottom surface (5b) and a parabolic profile (5c), said parabolic profile (5c) being angled to the cylinder's generatrix, thereby defining the application surface of said spatula.

2. The applicator for cosmetic products according to claim 1, wherein the internal volume of said applicator body is a reservoir (7) for cosmetic substance eccentrically arranged with respect to the axis of said lower engagement appendix (3).

3. The applicator for cosmetic products according to claim 1, wherein an upper reinforcing appendix (8) of said spatula departs from said cylindrical base, in axis with said lower engagement appendix 3.

4. The applicator for cosmetic products according to claim 3, wherein said upper reinforcing appendix (8) comprises a vertical rod (9) at the top of which a head (10) is arranged.

5. The applicator for cosmetic products according to claim 4, wherein said head (10) is decorated and visible even after the silicon substance has been injected.

6. The applicator for cosmetics according to claim 4, wherein the lower portion of said vertical rod (9) comprises a base shaped for engagement with the rod of the applicator body, at the top of which a series of protruding rings (11) are provided, which form the punching area.

7. The applicator for cosmetics according to claim 3, wherein a ferrule (12) with a polygonal external profile is finally provided in correspondence with the area for engagement with said cylindrical base, for abutment and support of the entire structure.

8. The applicator for cosmetics according to claim 7, wherein said ferrule features distribution channels for the injected silicone, said channels comprising opposite cavities (13, 14).

9. The applicator for cosmetic products according claim 1, wherein it is exclusively made of silicone.