Title: Compacts and apparatuses for holding cosmetics.

This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Appl. No.62384700, filed on Sept. 7, 2016, and U.S. Provisional Patent Appl. No. 62530067, filed on July 7, 2017; this application is also a continuation in part of U.S. Patent Application No. 15257911, filed on Sept. 7, 2016, which is a continuation in part of and claims the benefit of U.S.

Provisional Patent Appl. No.62215026, filed Sept. 6, 2015; U.S. Design Patent Application 29577194, filed on Sept. 9, 2016; U.S. Design Patent Application 29577196, filed on Sept.9, 2016, which are all incorporated by reference in entirety.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

1. Field of tte Invention,:

This invention relates to containers or compacts for cosmetics, food, medicines or other consumable matter.

2. Description of Releted Art

Prior to the present invention, there has always been a need to have containers to hold cosmetics, foundation and make-up (solid, powder and liquid form) in an easy to carry, organize and open/close manner, mere is also a need for containers to hold multiple colors of eye powders and eye shadows in an easily accessible and compact fashion. Also, there is a need to incorporate a mirror in cover or a separate compartment that can be completely detached from the main body.

Prior devices used too much material within the apparatus to move the material from a first elevation to a second elevation; wasted material is unacceptable when the cosmetic, pharmaceutical or other consumable matter is expensive, valuable or small in size or quantity. Other prior art devices like a stick of deodorant or lip balm require unused space within the apparatus for the base and screw lifting apparatus; this adds to a larger product.

With the enclosed invention, less material or matter is needed within the product holder or base; this invention provides volume savings of nearly thirty percent of material needed to be used with the apparatus or product holder. Further, this invention allows for a much smaller and compact container for cosmetics, pharmaceutical or other consumable products. This invention also provides the ability for using different cross-sectional shapes of the bullet (round, oval, square, rectangular or non-uniform); this invention also allows for the linking of two apparatus for holding cosmetics, pharmaceutical or other consumable products. From the preceding descriptions, it is apparent that the devices currently being used have significant disadvantages. Thus, important aspects of the technology used in the field of invention remain amenable to useful refinement.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

This invention relates to an apparatus for holding cosmetics including without limitation eye powders, shadows, foundations and other solid cosmetic materials,

Hingeless Compact:

An apparatus for holding cosmetics comprising: a base and a lid; the base has a first base portion and a second base portion; the lid has at least one slot and at least one ltd edge; the first base portion has prong arms; the second base portion has openings to correspond to the prong arms and are oriented to allow the prong arms to pass through the openings on the second base; and the prong arms are able to engage the slots of the lid, whereby the first base portion, the second base portion and the lid are secured together,

Compact with Magnetic Swivel:

The apparatus has a base, a first or inner tray, a cover for the first or inner tray and a top cover; there can be multiple or additional trays and covers for the additional inner trays (second, third, etc.). The inner trays are connected to the base and the covers at one swivel or pivot point using an axis or peg. At a different location on the inner tray or on the cover for the inner tray are magnets and corresponding pieces, which have metals with iron or nickel to be attracted to the magnet; for example, the magnet can be on one inner tray and an adjacent inner cover (or a second inner tray) can have an associated or corresponding metal piece. The magnets will be attracted to the metal pieces and keep the apparatus closed.

Compact with Track System:

An apparatus for holding cosmetics that employs a track system that allows movement of a tray from a first closed position to a second open position; this track system also allows for multiple intermediate positions along the length or travel of the track.

An apparatus for holding a matter (cosmetics, pharmaceutical, food or other consumable matter) comprising: a product holder with a first product holder end for holding the cosmetics matter and a second product holder end; the product holder lies and fits slidabiy within a sheath; the sheath is hollow and has open sheath ends; the sheath has a slot, groove or channel that runs along a longitudinal axis of the sheath; a button slider slidably engages the sheath; the button slider has a first button slider end and a second button slider end; the first button slider end and the second button slider end lie perpendicularly with respect to one another; the second button slider end is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the sheath; the second button slider end engages the product holder; the first button slider end slidably engages the sheath; wherein the button slider allows a consumer to apply a torce along the longitudinal axis of the sheath; the force is translated from the first button slider end to the second button slider end and to the product holder along the longitudinal axis of the sheath so that the product holder and the cosmetics matter can be moved from a first elevation to a second elevation.

A top cap or cover can fit over the sheath, product holder and button slider; a base or a foundation can engage the sheath; the second button slider end can have at least one flexible prong, which engages the channel on the sheath; the product holder can have at least one rib; the product holder can have a first cavity for engaging the first button slider end; the product holder can have a second cavity for engaging the second button holder end; a connector base can connect more than one apparatus together.

A package apparatus or a package for dispensing a cosmetic product comprising: a product holder with a first open product holder end and a second closed product holder end; the second closed product holder end having a centrally disposed engagement area and a length; a sheath with two open sheath ends, at least one sheath sidewaii and a slotted channel on the least one sheath sidewaii; a sliding button, which slidably engages the sheath along the slotted channel; the sliding button having an arm that contacts and supports the length of the second closed product holder end; the arm of the slidi ng button connects to the centrally disposed engagement area on the second closed product holder end; whereby when a user applies a force to the sliding button, the force is translated to the second closed product holder end and allows the product holder to move from a first elevation to a second elevation; the centrally disposed engagement area can be a loop (or a hole or a ring), and the arm of the sliding button fits within the loop; the engagement area can mimic the cross-sectional shape of the arm.

The arm can be firm or rigid and contacts the entire length of the second closed product holder end; the sheath has an inside sheath surface, which has provides varying resistance to movement of the sliding button at a first sheath location and at a second sheath location; a cap can cover the sheath, the product holder and the sliding button; a base can securely engage the sheath; a base is a connector that can engage and connect the sheath of a first package and a second package, whereby the first package and the second package are connected.

This invention relates to a container that allows the movement of a cosmetic, pharmaceutical or consumable product in a product holder within a sheath from a first position or elevation to a second position or elevation with the force translated from a button slider outside the sheath to underneath the product holder; the product holder has a first end (for holding the cosmetics matter) and a second end for engaging a button slider; the button slider allows the user to apply a force along the longitudinal axis of the sheath; this force is translated to the second end of the button slider to either lift or to lower the product holder with respect to the sheath.

The present inventions introduce such refinements, in its preferred embodiments, the present invention has several aspects or facets that can be used independently, although they are preferably employed together to optimize their benefits. All of the foregoing operational principles and advantages of the present invention will be more fully appreciated upon consideration of the following detailed description, with reference to the appended drawings.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

Fig, 1 shows one preferred embodiment of the apparatus, container or compact with a hingeless cover and shows the hingeless cover with the mirror side facing inside; Fig. 2 shows the apparatus of Fig. 1 with the mirror side facing outside. Fig. 3 shows an exploded view of the apparatus of Fig. 1. Fig. 4 shows another preferred embodiment of the invention with the cover having a lid slot, which is centered within or inside the lid edge. Fig. 5 shows another preferred embodiment of the invention with the cover having a lid slot, which runs or extends along the side of the lid or along the entire lid edge. Fig. 6 shows the embodiment of Fig. 1 arid Fig. 2 and how the tsd can slide on or off. Fig. 7 shows the embodiment of Fig. 1 and Fig. 2 with the lid snapped on or off. Fig. 8 shows the embodiment of Fig. 1 and Fig. 2 with the lid and mirror portion placed in a landscape view; Fig. 9 shows this embodiment in portrait view. Fig. 10 show a cross-sectional view of how the at least one arm or flexible arm and the at least one tip can engage the lid and through the at least one slotted opening of the tray.

PARTS LISTING FOR FIG. 1-10:

10 compact or an apparatus for holding cosmetics

15 base; 20 tray; 25 lid; 30 at least one arm of the base; the arm can also be flexible;

35 at least one slotted opening of the tray, which is oriented to allow the at least one flexible arm to pass through the at least one slotted opening on the tray;

40 tip of the at least one flexible arm;

45 at least one bay of the lid, which is oriented to be able to engage the tip on the at least one flexible arm of the base;

50 at least one lid edge;

55 at least one tray cavity for the cosmetics.

60 lid bays, slots or channels

65 arms of the base

70 slotted openings of the tray.

75 a mirror on the ltd; and

80 groove of the tray to hold the at least one l id edge, whereby when the lid is disengaged from the tip of the at least one flexible ami and the tray, the at least one lid edge can be placed within the groove of the tray.

85 at least one bay on the lid is tapered.

90 at least one bay is a slot, a channel or a groove.

95 at least one bay is a channel that extends around the lid,

100 mirror on lid

105 groove for Hd on tray

Drawings for Magnetic Compact:

Fig. ί 1 shows one embodiment of the magnetic compact; Fig. 12 shows one inner tray portion with a peg or prong upwards and magnets opposite of the peg/prong pivots; Fig. 13 is an exploded view; Fig. 14 shows the trays in multiple positions;

Drawings for Track Compact:

Fig. 15 shows another embodiment of the compact with a track system; Fig. 16 shows a lower tray being movable from a first closed position to a second open position; Fig. 17 is an exploded view; Fig. 18 and 19 show different positions of the lower tray along the length of the track system; Fig. 20 shows the upper tray open, and the lower fray in an open position. Drawings for BR1K STICK:

Fig. 21 shows one perspective view of one preferred embodiment of an apparatus for holding cosmetics (a single apparatus, assembled and closed with the cap cover). Fig. 22 shows an exploded view of the embodiment of Fig. 21 with the cap cover removed. Fig. 23 and Fig. 24 show other exploded views of the embodiment of Fig. 21 with the following elements: cap cover, sheath, product holder, button slider and base. Fig. 25 and Fig.26 show different embodiments of the button slider, Fig. 27A shows a cross-sectional view of the embodiment in Fig. 22, in a first position or a first elevation. Fig, 27B shows a cross- sectional view of the embodiment in Fig. 22, in a second position or a second elevation. Fig. 28 shows two apparatus connected at an end; Fig. 29 shows a cross-sectional view of the embodiment of Fig. 28.

Parts Listing for Fi g. 21-29

15 apparatus for holding a cosmetics matter

20 product holder

25 first product holder end for holding the cosmetics matter and

30 second product holder end;

35 sheath;

40, 45 open sheath ends;

50 channel that runs along a longitudinal axis of the sheath;

55 button slider slidably engages the sheath;

60 first button slider end

65 second button slider end;

70 top cap fits over the sheath, product holder and button slider;

75 base engages the sheath.

80 flexible prong on the second button slider end, which engages the channel on the sheath. 85 track portion on the second button slider end, which engages the channel on the sheath 90 rib on the inside surface of the product holder

95 first cavity on the product holder for engaging the first button slider end

100 second cavity on the product holder for engaging the second button holder end

105 connector base connects more than one apparatus together

110 arm of the sliding button

115 engagement area on the product holder

120 loop of the engagement area of the product holder

125 length of the second closed product hoider end

130 first location within the inside surface of the sheath

135 second location within the inside surface of the sheath

Drawings for BROW STAMP: The at least one lid edge can be engaged to the tray in a first position and a second position; the at least one bay on the lid can be uniform or tapered. The at least one bay can be a slot, a channel or a groove; the at least one bay can be a .channel that extends around the lid or the perimeter of the lid. The base, the tray and the lid can have curved or flat edges.

There is an apparatus for holding cosmetics comprising: a base and a U<¼ the base has a first base portion and a second base portion; the lid has two slots and at least one lid edge; the first base portion has two flexible prong arras; the second base portion has two openings, which are oriented to allow the flexible prong arms to pass through the openings on the second base; and the flexible prong arms being able to engage the slots of the lid, whereby the first base portion, the second base portion and the lid are secured together.

The lid can have a mirror or a translucent or transparent window; the slots on the lid can be tapered; the lid can be detachable, and the second base portion can have a groove to hold the at least one lid edge, whereby when the lid is disengaged from the flexible prong arms, the at least one lid edge can be placed within the groove of the second base portion. The slots on the lid can be channels or grooves.

An apparatus for holding cosmetics comprising: a base, a tray and a lid; the base has at least one arm; the tray has at least one slotted opening, which is oriented to allow the at least one arm of the base to pass through the at least one slotted opening on the tray; at least one arm of the base has a tip or a terminal end with a hook or a grasping head; the lid can have at least one bay, which is oriented to be able to engage the tip on the at least one arm of the base; the lid can have at least one lid edge; wherein the at least one arm is oriented to pass through the at least one slotted opening on the tray, and the tip of the at least, one arm being able to engage the at least one lid edge to secure the base, the tray and the lid together; the tray can also have at least one cavity or compartment for the cosmetics; the lid can house a mirror; the at least one arm can be flexible; and the at least one bay can be a slot, a channel or a groove.

In another possible embodiment of the invention, the base or body has a first end and a second end; the base or body can have various and numerous preformed compartments, divots or areas for holding different types of cosmedcs (i.e. different colored powders). The first end of the base or body engages a mirror cover; the mirror cover can comprise multiple pieces, including mirror housing and a mirror bevel and a frame portion; the mirror cover can rotatably engage the base or body with a hinged or hinge-less engagement. The second end of the base or body engages a bottom portion; a bottom portion has at least one flexible snap feature or boss; this at least one flexible snap feature or boss engages the at least one opening on the base or body that corresponds to allow for male/female engagement of the bottom portion with the second end of the base. This engagement of the flexible snap feature relies upon a certain amount of flexibility in the material of the base bottom to engage the openings in the base top or body. The mirrors can be attached facing in or facing out, and the mirrors are also designed so that they can be branded and retained for future use after the cosmetic product is depleted.

An apparatus for holding cosmetics comprising: a base, a tray and a lid; the base can have at least one flexible arm; the tray can have at least one slotted opening, which is oriented to allow the at least one flexible arm to pass through the at least one slotted opening on the tray; the at least one flexible arm can have a tip; the lid can have at least one bay, which is oriented to be able to engage the tip on the at least one flexible arm of the base; the lid having at least one iid edge; wherein the at least one flexible arm is oriented to pass through the at l east one slotted opening on the tray, and the tip of the at least one flexible arm being able to engage the at least one lid edge to secure the base, the tray and the lid together. The tray can have at least one cavity for ihe cosmetics; also, the lid can have multiple, and the base can have two or multiple flexible arms, and the tray can have multiple or two slotted openings. The lid can have a mirror; and the lid can be engaged by the at least one flexible arm in a first position and a second position, whereby the mirror is inwardly facing in the first position and outwardly facing in the second position.

The iid can be detachable, and the tray has a groove to hold the at least one lid edge, whereby when the iid is disengaged from the tip of the at least one fiexible arm and the tray, the at least one lid edge can be placed within the groove of the tray; the at least one lid edge can be engaged to the tray in a Erst position and a second position; a landscape or a portrait view position; at least one bay on the lid can be tapered; the at least one bay can be a slot, a channel or a groove; the base, the tray and the lid can have curved or flat edges; the at least one hay can have a slot or a channel that extends around the lid.

An apparatus for holding cosmetics comprising: a base and a lid; the base can have a first base portion and a second base portion; the lid can have multiple or two slots and at least one lid edge; the first base portion can have multiple or two flexible prong arms; the second base portion can have multiple or two openings, which are oriented to allow the flexible prong arms to pass through the openings on the second base; and the flexible prong arms are being able to engage the slots of the lid, whereby the first base portion, the second base portion and the lid can be removably secured together; the lid can have a mirror or a translucent window; the slots on the Hd can be tapered; the lid can be detachable, and the second base portion has a groove to hold the at least one lid edge, whereby when the lid is disengaged from the flexible prong arms, the at least one lid edge can be placed within the groove of the second base portion; the slots can be channels or grooves.

An apparatus for holding cosmetics comprising: a base, a tray and a lid; the base has at least one arm; the tray has at least one slotted opening, which is oriented to allow the at least one arm to pass through the at least one slotted opening on the tray; the at least one arm has a tip; the i id has at least one bay, which is oriented to be able to engage the tip on the at least one arm of the base; the lid can have at least one ltd edge, wherein the at least one arm is oriented to pass through the at least one slotted opening on the tray, and the tip of the at least one arm being able to engage the at least one lid edge to secure the base, the tray and the Hd together; the tray can further have at least one cavity, bay or compartment for the cosmetics; the lid can have a mirror; the at least one arm is flexible; and the at least one bay is a slot, a channel or a groove.

COMPACT (Detachable Pan for Eve Shadow using a pivot point and magnets):

As shown in Figures 11-14, mere is an apparatus for holding powered or solid cosmetic material; this apparatas has a base, an inner tray with an inner tray cover and a top or outer cover: there can be multiple or additional inner trays and covers for the additional inner trays (second, third, etc.). The inner trays are connected to the base and the covers at one swivel or pivot point using an axis or peg.

At a different location on the inner tray or the cover for the inner tray are magnets and corresponding metals with iron or nickel; collectively, a first or a second magnetic connection; for example, the magnet can be on one inner tray and an adjacent inner cover or a second inner tray can have an associated or corresponding metal piece. The magnets will be attracted to the metal pieces and keep the apparatus closed.

Another feature of this invention allows for the tray wi th the pivot post to be able to disengage from the tray above, thereby allowing multiple trays to be separated from each other. The slot on an upper tray or cover with which the pivot past on a lower tray engages has an "over center" engagement/disengagement surface.

Base: The base portion can mimic the shape of the apparatus or the inner tray and can have a base opening and base walls; without being limiting, the base should be flat or relatively flat; the base can have a hole that corresponds to the same orientation as the rotating axis peg or boss;

At least one inner tray: There is at least one Inner tray or pan; in Fig, Page 1> there are multiple or three inner trays or pans that each pivot around a common axis or peg point. The at least one tray or pan has an opening, cavity or area to place the cosmetic powder or solid material; this cavity or area can be defined by a lip or boundary; the inner tray has a body with struts or structural ribs; the inner tray can have areas to hold a magnet, metal piece or a pivot point or boss.

At least one cover for the first or inner tray: There is at least one cover for the inner tray; the inner tray cover has areas to hold a magnet, metal piece or a pivot point or boss; the inner tray cover has an opening that corresponds to the cavity or area on the inner tray, in order to allow access to the cosmetics stored therein.

A top portion or top cover covers the at least one cover lor the first or inner tray. This top portion or cover can have a transparent or see through window or a mirror placed on the inside or outside cover surface. There can be multiple or additional tray s and covers for the additional inner trays (second, third, etc.).

Swivel point or axis: The inner trays are connected to the base and the covers at one swivel or pivot point using an axis or peg. This peg or post form an axis and allows the trays to rotate, to swivel and the pivot so that the user can access different trays (one, two or all the trays).

An apparatus for holding cosmetics comprising: a base, at least one inner tray, an inner cover and an outer cover; the base has a base opening and a base wall; the at least one inner tray has a tray opening and a pivot post; the pivot post can engage the base opening on the base; the at least one inner tray has a first magnetic connection; the inner cover has an engagement slot for the pivot post of the at least one inner tray and a second magnetic connection; the first magnetic connection of the at least one inner tray is similarly oriented to the second magnetic connection of the inner cover; the outer cover fits over the inner cover; the tray opening of the at least one inner tray can hold a container for the cosmetics; whereby the at least one inner tray can swing about the pi vot post and rotate from a first position to a second position, and the first magnetic connection of the at least one inner tray engages the second magnetic connection of the inner cover to keep the apparatus in a closed position; the cover can be transparent or has a mirror.

COMPACT (Easv Applicator Compact (Track) Closure SvstEM): As shown in Fig. 15-20, there is an apparatus for holding cosmetics that employs a track system that allows movement of a tray from a first or closed position to a second or open position; this track system aiso aiiows for multiple intermediate positions along the length or travel of the track.

I. Base or First Tray: The base or the first tray has enclosures or spaces to hold additional cosmetic materials or applicator toois (brushes or sponges and the like). The base has a pin or a portion that slidabiy engages the track within the middle or second tray.

2. Middle or Second Tray: There is at least one middle or additional tray, including a second tray that engages the base; this middle or second tray has a top surface and a bottom surface; the bottom surface has a track system or channel system that slidabiy engages the pin or portion on the base or first tray.

The track system allows the middle tray to go from a first or closed position; to a second or intermediate position; and to a third or completely open position. There also can be a closure system that snap locks the middle tray into the base; there can also be an interference restraint on both sides of the track that holds the middle tray in a fully extended and open position. The middle or second tray holds the cosmetic materials, including without limitation: eye powders, foundations and the like. There can be multiple separate compartments.

3. Cover. A cover engages the middle or second tray; the cover can be solid and with a mirror; the cover can be transparent or translucent to allow the user to view the contents of the middle tray. There is an apparatus of holding cosmetics comprising: a first tray or a base with a pin; a second tray or a middle tray with a track or a channel, which engages the pin; and cover for the second tray or the middle tray.

BRIK STICK

Fig. 21-29 show a preferred embodiment of an apparatus for holding cosmetics, pharmaceutical or consumable matter (hereinafter "matter")- This apparatus has a product holder or cup, which engages a button slider and a sheath; the apparatus is enclosed within a cap and a base or base connector; a connector can attach two or more apparatus containers together.

Product Holder. Sheath and Button Slider:

As shown in Fig. 21-29, there is an apparatus for holding a cosmetics, pharmaceutical or other consumable matter comprising: a product holder with a first product holder end for holding the cosmetics matter and a second product holder end; the product holder lies and fits slidabiy within a sheath; the sheath is hollow and has open sheath ends; the sheath has a channel or slot or groove that runs along a longitudinal axis of the sheath; a button slider slidabiy engages the sheath; the button slider has a first button slider end and a second button slider end; the first button slider end and the second button slider end lie perpendicularly with respect to one another; the second button slider end is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the sheath; the second button slider end engages the product holder; the first button slider end slidabiy engages the sheath; a consumer or user can apply a force or a pressure to the first button slider end; wherein the button slider allows the consumer to apply the pressure or the force along the longitudinal axis of the sheath; the force is translated from the first button slider end to the second button slider end and to the product holder along the longitudinal axis of the sheath so that the product holder and the enclosed product can be moved from a first elevation or second position to a second elevation or second position.

Product Holder, Sheath and Button Slider:

The product holder has a first end for holding the matter and a second end for engaging a button slider. The product holder lies and fits slidabiy within a sheath; the sheath is hollow and can mimic the shape of the product holder, but is preferably longer to be able to hold the cosmetic material; the sheath has open ends.

The second end of the product holder engages the button slider; this second end of the product holder can have an engagement area, loop, groove, slot or shelf, wherein the button slider can connect and engage. Figures 23 and 24 show that this engagement area on the second end of the product area mimics the shape of the portion of the arm or the button slider end; this can be described as a male/female connection.

The button slider has a first button slider end and a second button slider end; the first and the second button slider ends lie perpendicular with respect to one another; the second end of the button slider is also perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the sheath. The button slider allows the user to apply a force along the longitudinal axis of the sheath; this force is translated to the second end of the button slider to either lift or to lower the product holder with respect to the sheath.

The second end of the button slider can have a length that extends substantially, partially or the entire length of the product holder to help provide enough surface area of contact to apply a consistent force to the product holder when the user or the consumer applies an upward or downward force to the first end of the button slider. The button slider engages one end of the sheath that can have a slot, a channel or a groove to allow for a measured or controlled movement of the product holder up and down the length of the sheath. The L-shape of the button slider apparatus is important (but not intended to be limiting) because it applies force to the center of the product holder. Other embodiments may allow for the slot or groove on the sheath to have graduated teeth.

An end cap can envelop the assembly of the product holder, button slider and the sheath; a top cap fits over the sheath, product holder and button slider assembly. The end cap or a foundation can have boss structures or guides to engage the sheath, product holder or button slider assembly, Together, the end cap and the top cap (or cover) completely cover the assembled apparatus as shown in Figures 21 and 22.

Figures 28 and 29 show another embodiment of the invention, wherein multiple apparatus are joined together at the end cap area. This connector end cap allows for more than one apparatus to be connected at the end cap end so that a consumer can have different types or colors of cosmetics within one easy to use product.

Fig. 24 shows another preferred version of the button slider, wherein there are prongs, bosses or teeth, which flex back and forth over the sheath teeth to create a smoother sliding feedback with the slot or channel On the sheath.

It is possible that the button slider and the product holder or cup can be combined into one part; however, a combined button slider and product holder would work optimally in certain circumstances (small diameter cylindrical cups); it is less effective when a combined button slider and product holder are used with larger shapes; this is most likely due to an unbalanced sliding force, which can cause jamming of the apparatus.

For most applications, the connection between the button slider and the product holder should preferably be non-rigid (e.g., possibly attached by a living hinge) or allow for some flexion. Without being limiting, it is preferred that the apparatus to maintain its own center without an unbalanced force on one side (i.e., a rectangular footprint, when pushed from the short side).

Multiple Shapes for the Product Holder, Sheath or Bullet: This apparatus and mechanism for advancing the matter or product could be used with a variety Of cup and sheath shapes, including square, triangle or even round shapes. In addition to products going opposite directions, the apparatus could have multiple cups going the same direction; for example we could have a single sheath with two product holders (each with its own product or matter) parallel to each other and a sliding button on each side. Sheath Friction Surface: The inner or first surface of the sheath can also have another embodiment, namely a graduated width so that the lower portion of the slider has a different, wider or greater width than the middle or upper portions of the slider. As a result, when the consumer applies an initial upward force to the button slider, since there is less material in the first surface of the sheath and less friction or resistance, the button slider can more easily move the product holder up or from a first elevation to a second elevation.

Applicator tip for a cosmetic pen to apply cosmetic product to eyebrows

Fig. 30-36 shows an applicator tip for a cosmetic pen to allow a cosmetic product to eyebrows of a user; there is an over-molded applicator with a first end and a second end; the second end engages the base of the cosmetic pen; the first end of the applicator has several or at least one openings at varied angles to allow a measured transfer of the cosmetic product from the cosmetic pen, through the applicator tip and to the user's skin or face.

Detailed embodiments of the present inventions are disclosed; however, it is to be understood that the disclosed embodiments are merely exemplary of the inventions, which can be embodied in various forms. 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 present invention in virtually any appropriately detailed structure. The title, headings, terms and phrases used are not intended to limit the subject matter or scope; but rather, to provide an understandable description of the invention. The invention is composed of several sub-parts that serve a portion of the total functionality of the invention independently and contribute to system level functionality when combined with other parts of the invention.

The terms "a" or "an", as used herein, are defined as one or more than one. The term plurality, as used herein, is defined as two or more than two. The term another, as used herein, is defined as at least a second or more. The terms including and/or having, as used herein, are defined as comprising (i.e., open language). The term coupled, as used herein, is defined as connected, although not necessarily directly, and not necessarily mechanically.

Any element in a claim that does not explicitly state "means for" performing a specific function, or "step for" performing a specific function, is not be interpreted as a "means" or "step" clause as specified in 35 U.S.C. Sec. 112, Paragraph 6. In particular, the use of "step of in the claims herein is not intended to invoke the provisions of 35 U.S.C. Sec. 112, Paragraph 6. Incof poration bv Reference: All publications, patents, and patent applications mentioned in this specification are herein incorporated by reference to the same extent as if each individual publication, patent, or patent application was specifically and individually indicated to be incorporated by reference: US8784854 Choi; US6060G41 Candeau;

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