Pneumatic Propulsion Eyelash Device Enabling Moldable, Long Lasting, Lifted and Curled Natural Eyelashes

The disclosure relates to a device that can evenly deposit a thermo-reactive formula onto natural eyelashes through a microfluid dispensing system, while using a pneumatic (air propulsion) system propelling heated air, a device applicator surface to mold the eyelash fiber, and cooled air to set the eyelashes to enable moldable, long lasting, curled and lifted natural eye lashes.

The user activates the device by pressing the device on/off control. An electrical signal is sent which starts pre-heating the heating element integrated within the device and turn on the pneumatic air system. This electrical signal also activates the device's microfluidic dispensing mechanism that is enabled by a motor and pump. The formula is then applied by the user via the device to their lashes while heated air propelled from the pneumatic system is used to activate the formula and allow it to be molded to the device applicator mold. This enables a lash curl and lifts the lashes beyond their original position. After a programmed amount of time, the temperature regulation system lowers the temperature of the pneumatic system creating a cool shot of air that helps to set the curl in place. Additionally, the user can repeat this gesture to further mold and curl the lashes for increasing performance.

Upon the completion of the device application, the user will be able to achieve an improved eyelash curl and lift, with even distribution across the eyelash fiber, and overall improved cosmetic performance of the natural lash curl compared to traditional mascara and at home eyelash services.

The disclosure relates to a method for curling eyelashes. The method includes applying thermo-reactive formula to eyelashes through microfluidic dispensing, molding lashes using heated air from the pneumatic system and device mold and setting of lash shape and curl using cooled air from the pneumatic system for more efficient long lasting eye lash curling and lifting application.

The disclosure may enable more efficient molding and curl of natural lash through temperature regulated application of a thermo-reactive eyelash formula.

The disclosure may enable longer lasting eyelash curling and lifting application using a thermo-reactive eyelash formula that is set using multiple temperature specific compressed air applications.

The disclosure may enable improved cosmetic benefits (volume, curl, lift) beyond traditional mascara, lash lift, and perm services.

The device may include an internal compressed air system with a mechanical orifice and adapter to insert packaging consumables containing formula directly into the device.

The device recognizes what formula is being mixed/applied based on a NFC/RFID tagged formula cartridge recognized by the device.

The device includes a heating element connected to the device applicator molding surface used to heat and cool compressed air from the pneumatic system during application.

The device includes a temperature regulation system based on temperature sensors used to change and stabilize temperature dynamically during the application process.

The device is activated with a button connected via electronics to the device PCB that communicates a signal to enable the dispensing of the formula, and circulation of the heated air and cooling air to complete the final application.

In an embodiment, an internal compressed air (pneumatic) system is connected to an applicator interface that enables the propulsion of compressed air and formula for the application.

The device may have advantages including, improved precision and control of eyelash curling and lifting application, improved and more efficient application technology using a pneumatic propulsion system motor and microfluidic pump system to facilitate formula application, eyelash shaping, and setting, enhanced performance beyond standalone product formulas used for curl and lift of natural eyelashes, and enhanced cosmetic and wear performance beyond traditional mascara, lash curler, and eye lash lift and perm cosmetic services.

This summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts in a simplified form that are further described below in the Detailed Description. This summary is not intended to identify key features of the claimed subject matter, nor is it intended to be used as an aid in determining the scope of the claimed subject matter.

The disclosure relates to a eyelash molding and curling device. The eyelash molding deviceleverages air to avoid the use of damaging heat and clamping. In an embodiment, the eyelash molding deviceprovides a gentle, warm air fan to use with an eyelash formula for lash curling.

Referring to the FIGURES, the eyelash molding deviceincludes one or more housing on the exterior of the eyelash molding device. In an embodiment, the eyelash molding devicecomprises an elongated housing in the shape of a cylinder that functions as a handle.

The eyelash molding deviceincludes an applicator interfaceconstructed at one end of the eyelash molding device. The majority of the length of the eyelash molding deviceincludes the cylindrical shape extending from the applicator interfaceto the opposite end of the eyelash molding device. As can be seen in, the cylinder shape transitions to a flatter oval shape of the applicator interface. The oval shape and the applicator interfaceare generally configured normal to the center axis of the eyelash molding deviceas illustrated in.

The applicator interfacehas a long dimension and a short dimension. The transition from cylinder to oval shape creates a wide area adjacent to the long dimension of the applicator interface. The wide area adjacent to the applicator interfaceincludes a pocketthat supports a soft, flexible padas illustrated in.

The applicator interfacecan be made of a separable part that fits into the eyelash molding device. The applicator interfaceincludes a concave molding surfaceconfigured within the oval shape. The applicator interfaceincludes a plurality of ribsextending from one side of the long dimension to the opposite side of the long dimension of the applicator interface. That is, the ribsare aligned in the direction of the short dimension of the applicator interface. In this configuration, the ribswill become aligned in the same direction as eyelashes during use of the eyelash molding device.

In the plan view of, the ribsare thin straight structures evenly spaced throughout the long dimension of the applicator interface. In the profile view of, the ribsinclude a concave curve similar to the concave curve of the molding surfacebetween the ribs. Generally, the ribsin the center are the longest with the length of ribsdecreasing the further away a rib is from the center. In an embodiment, the number of ribs is fromtoor any number in-between. The ribsguide the eyelashes to bend vertically.

The molding surfaceis between any two adjacent ribswith the ribsstanding above from the molding surface. The molding surfaceis curved concave so that the molding surfacefunctions to mold and curve the eyelashes.

There is an opening or ventbetween two adjacent ribs. A ventcan be placed between every two adjacent ribsto provide air to the eyelashes captured between two adjacent ribs. In an embodiment, the ventsare spaced along the long dimension on the oval applicator interfaceand closer to and adjacent to the pocket. As described herein, the pocketis provided with a soft padthat is used as a fulcrum to leverage the eyelash molding deviceto press against the upper eyelashes. Therefore, when using the eyelash molding device, the pocketwill be facing downward (e.g., toward the ground) opposite to what is illustrated in. When using the eyelash molding devicein this manner, the ventsare configured to be on the bottom so that the air will generally flow upward contacting the roots of the upper eyelashes to the tips of the eyelash.

The ventsare placed on the concave molding surfaceused for molding the eyelashes. To prevent impeding the molding function, the ventsmay extend only about one-half to one-third the length of the concave molding surface.

The ventsmay be elongated and extend generally parallel to the ribs. The ventscan be used to blow air, which is heated, non-heated, or cooled according to a pre-programmed temperature versus time schedule. The ventsmay include a mesh or screen to ensure that the eyelashes remain outside of the vents.

Referring to, the eyelash molding deviceincludes a power unit, a heating element, and air propulsion unit. The power unitcan include a DC battery or AC power cord for connecting to a power outlet. The eyelash molding devicemay be charged using a USB charging port.

The heating elementcan include any type of a resistive heating element including, but not limited to, metal elements, ceramic elements, semiconductor elements, thick film elements, polymer elements, and PTC (positive temperature coefficient) elements. For cooling, the heating elementmay be turned off so “cooling” air is ambient air. Optionally, a cooling element, such as a thermoelectric module based on the Peltier principle may be used to cool the air below the ambient temperature. A thermoelectric module can be used to provide both heating and cooling of air. The heating elementreceives power from the power unit.

The eyelash molding deviceincludes an air propulsion unit. In one embodiment, the air propulsion unitincludes an air blower which takes in ambient air through openings() on the side of the eyelash molding deviceopposite to the pad. The air blower include a motor that receives power from the power unit, and the speed of the blower can be regulated to control the amount of air. The air passes over the heating and/or cooling elementto provide both heated, non-heated, or cooled air. The heated, non-heated and cooled air is delivered by suitable internal passages to the ventson the applicator interface.

In one embodiment, the air propulsion unitincludes a compressed air canister. When using a compressed air canister, the air propulsion unitmay include a valve to open and close the outlet of the compressed air canister which may also function as a pressure regulator to meter the amount of flow of air out of the compressed air canister. The valve, such as a solenoid, can be powered by the power unit. The air passes over the heating and/or cooling elementto provide both heated, non-heated, or cooled air. The heated, non-heated and cooled air is delivered by suitable internal passages to the ventson the applicator interface.

The formulation microfluid dispensing unitis optional in the eyelash molding device. In one embodiment, the thermo-reactive formula is applied manually by the user of the device. In one embodiment, the thermo-reactive formula is dispensed by the eyelash molding device. When the eyelash molding devicedispenses the thermo-reactive formula, the eyelash molding deviceincludes the microfluid dispensing unit. In one embodiment, the microfluid dispensing unitincludes a pump for dispensing the thermo-reactive formula. The microfluid dispensing unitreceives power from the power unit.

In one embodiment, the microfluid dispensing unituses a pressurized cartridgecontaining the thermo-reactive formula to dispense the thermo-reactive formula as an aerosol or a liquid. In one embodiment, the compressed air cartridge from the air propulsion unitcan be connected to the microfluid dispensing unit. In such case, the compressed air is used to dispense the thermo-reactive formula.

The thermo-reactive formula may be dispensed via the same ventsas are used for distributing the air. The thermo-reactive formula is dispensed first followed by the heated air. The heated air is used to activate the thermo-reactive formula. Alternatively, the applicator interfaceincludes a second set of openings, for example, above or below the air vents, to dispense the thermo-reactive formula from the applicator interface.

In one embodiment, the heating elementmay also directly or indirectly heat the thermo-reactive formula prior to dispensing from the applicator interface. For example, heated air may circulate around the cartridgeto pre-heat the thermo-reactive formula.

In one embodiment, the cartridgecontaining the thermo-reactive formula includes an NFC or RFID tag. The tagincludes information to enable the eyelash molding deviceto recognize the thermo-reactive formula. The specific thermo-reactive formula is communicated to the device's PCB. The PCBincludes circuitry components, such as processors, storage, RAM, ROM. The PCBincludes a storage device that is pre-programmed with time and temperature parameters for the specific thermo-reactive formulas that the eyelash molding deviceis configured to accept. Alternatively, the tagcommunicates the pre-programmed time and temperature parameters for the specific thermo-reactive formula inside the cartridge. The PCBcontrols a temperature regulation unitthat regulates the power to the heating elementto keep the air temperature within the pre-programmed temperature parameters during the application process. The temperature regulation unitcan also keep track of the elapsed time during which heated air at the programmed temperature has been blowing.

A temperature sensor (not illustrated) is used to measure a temperature at the heating elementor the temperature sensor measures the temperature of the air after the heating element. The temperature measurement is communicated to the temperature regulation unitwhich can then adjust the temperature by increasing or decreasing the power to the heating elementto maintain the temperature at the pre-programmed temperature for the specific thermo-reactive formula.

In an embodiment, after the temperature regulation unitdetermines that the time of blowing heated air at the programmed temperature has elapsed, the temperature regulation unitautomatically controls the heating elementto stop heating the air, and air propulsion unitblows non-heated air. Alternatively, if the heating elementincludes a thermoelectric module, such module can actively cool the air being delivered to the vents. The temperature regulation unitcounts the time of blowing non-heated or actively cooled air, and can automatically turn off the air propulsion unitafter elapse of a pre-programmed time for blowing non-heated or cool air. The non-heated or ambient air after the heated air can set the eyelash shape. The user of the eyelash molding devicecan repeat this gesture to further mold and curl the lashes for increasing performance.

A method of using the eyelash molding deviceis described. The user activates the eyelash molding deviceby pressing the device on/off controlconnected to the PCB. An electrical signal is sent which starts pre-heating the heating elementintegrated within the eyelash molding deviceand turn on the air propulsion unit. This electrical signal also activates the device's microfluidic dispensing unit(if included in the eyelash molding device).

The eyelash molding deviceis placed so that the applicator interfaceis pressing against the upper eyelashes. This places the concave molding surfaceagainst the eyelashes. The padcan rest on the part of the face of the cheekbones. The soft padmay be used as a type of fulcrum to leverage the applicator interfaceagainst the eyelashes.

The thermo-reactive formula is then applied by the user via the eyelash molding device(or manually) to their lashes. Simultaneously with or after applying the thermo-reactive formula, the eyelash molding deviceblows heated air heated by heating elementand propelled using the air propulsion unitonto the thermo-reactive formula applied to the eyelashes. The heated air is used to activate the thermo-reactive formula and allow it to be molded to the molding surface applicator mold. This enables a lash curl and lifts the lashes beyond their original position. After a programmed amount of time the temperature regulation system lowers the temperature of the pneumatic system creating a cool shot of air that helps to set the curl in place. Additionally, the user can repeat this gesture to further mold and curl the lashes for increasing performance.

The disclosure relates to a method of curling eyelashes. The method comprises applying a thermo-reactive formula to eyelashes; applying heated air to the thermo-reactive formula; while applying the heated air, pressing the eyelashes against a concave molding surface, and automatically turning off heated air after elapse of a pre-programmed amount of time followed by applying non-heated or cooled air to set the thermo-reactive formula.

The method includes the step of applying the thermo-reactive formula with the eyelash molding deviceand also applying heated air with the same eyelash molding deviceto activate the formula.

The method includes dispensing the thermo-reactive formula from a cartridgewithin the eyelash molding device, and the device is capable of reading a tagon the cartridge, the tag provides the device with a pre-programmed temperature and time for applying the heated air.

The method includes the step, after elapse of the pre-programmed time, the eyelash molding deviceapplies non-heated air.

The includes the step of resting the eyelash molding deviceon the face adjacent to a cheekbone to allow pressing the curved molding surfaceon the device against the eyelashes.

The PCB(printed circuit board) and the temperature regulation unitincludes circuitry in order to implement treatment protocols, operably couple two or more components, generate information, determine operation conditions, control the device, and the like.

Circuitry of any type can be used in the PCBand the temperature regulation unit. In an embodiment, circuitry includes, among other things, one or more computing devices such as a processor (e.g., a microprocessor), a central processing unit (CPU), a digital signal processor (DSP), an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC), a field-programmable gate array (FPGA), or the like, or any combinations thereof, and can include discrete digital or analog circuit elements or electronics, or combinations thereof. In an embodiment, circuitry includes one or more ASICs having a plurality of predefined logic components. In an embodiment, circuitry includes one or more FPGA having a plurality of programmable logic components.

In an embodiment, circuitry includes one or more memory devices that, for example, store instructions or data. Non-limiting examples of one or more memory devices include volatile memory (e.g., Random Access Memory (RAM), Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM), or the like), non-volatile memory (e.g., Read-Only Memory (ROM), Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory (EEPROM), Compact Disc Read-Only Memory (CD-ROM), or the like), persistent memory, or the like. Further non-limiting examples of one or more memory devices include Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory (EPROM), flash memory, or the like. The one or more memory devices can be coupled to, for example, one or more computing devices by one or more instructions, data, or power buses.

In an embodiment, the device includes circuitry having one or more modules optionally operable for communication with one or more input/output components that are configured to relay user output and/or input. In an embodiment, a module includes one or more instances of electrical, electromechanical, software-implemented, firmware-implemented, or other control devices. Such devices include one or more instances of memory; computing devices; antennas; power or other supplies; logic modules or other signaling modules; gauges or other such active or passive detection components; piezoelectric transducers, shape memory elements, micro-electro-mechanical system (MEMS) elements, or other actuators.

In an embodiment, circuitry includes hardware circuit implementations (e.g., implementations in analog circuitry, implementations in digital circuitry, and the like, and combinations thereof).

In an embodiment, circuitry includes combinations of circuits and computer program products having software or firmware instructions stored on one or more computer readable memories that work together to cause the eyelash molding deviceto perform one or more methodologies or technologies described herein.