Cosmetic compact with extendable applicator
US4579133A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 14, 1983 |
| Grant date | Apr 1, 1986 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 14, 2003 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA46B11/001
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A compact comprises a bottom container and a top housing. The container includes a front wall with an undercut section therein, a back wall, and an intermediate floor connected at an angle to the back wall. The housing includes an applicator and a key or button for extending the applicator from the housing. The button is engagable with the undercut section of the front wall of the container so that the housing is locked together with the container. The invention also relates to a method of using the compact. The method comprises the steps of unlocking an undercut lock interconnecting the container and the housing, unlocking a snap lock interconnecting the applicator with the housing, and unlocking a wedge lock holding the container in a closed position.
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