HAIR CURLING DEVICE

Abstract

A hair curling device includes a flexible filling structure and a flexible wrapping layer, the flexible filling structure is in a strip shape and made of a thermal storage material, and the flexible wrapping layer is sheathed on the filling structure. The hair curling device can shorten the curling time and make it convenient for users to use.

Claims

1. A hair curling device, comprising: a flexible filling structure (2), wherein the flexible filling structure (2) is in a strip shape and is made of a microwave-oven heatable material, wherein the microwave-oven heatable material is capable of storing heat; and a flexible wrapping layer (1), wherein the flexible wrapping layer (1) is sheathed on the flexible filling structure (2); wherein the hair curling device is configured without any electrical circuit; the microwave-oven heatable material, after being heated in a microwave oven, is at a temperature within a range of 50 to 60 C.

2. The hair curling device as claimed in claim 1, wherein the flexible filling structure (2) comprises: a middle part (212) and two curling parts (213); when the hair curling device is in use, the middle part (212) is placed above a head of a user, and the two curling parts (213) hang down to ears of the user to wind hair of the user around each of the two curling parts (213).

3. The hair curling device as claimed in claim 2, wherein the middle part (212) is in a flat shape configured to fit on the head of the user.

4. The hair curling device as claimed in claim 2, wherein each of the two curling parts (213) defines grooves configured to make a part of each of the two curling parts (213) concave to form a folded area (211), and each of the two curling parts (213) is foldable at the grooves.

5. The hair curling device as claimed in claim 4, wherein the grooves (214) of each of the two curling parts (213) are arc-shaped grooves (215), and a number of the grooves (214) of each of the two curling parts (213) is two; and the two arc-shaped grooves (215) of each of the two curling parts (213) are symmetrically defined on two sides (216) of the curling part (213) along a central axis (L) of the curling part (213) and are concave towards the central axis (L) of the curling part (213).

6. The hair curling device as claimed in claim 2, wherein a cross-section of each of the two curling parts (213) is circular or quasi-circular.

7. The hair curling device as claimed in claim 2, further comprising: connection structures (3), wherein the connection structures (3) are hair rings (31), and when the hair curling device is in use, the hair rings (31) tie the hair of the user tightly onto the two curling parts (213), respectively.

8. The hair curling device as claimed in claim 2, further comprising: connection structures (3), wherein the connection structures (3) are two first ties (32), and the two first ties (32) are disposed at two ends (11) of the wrapping layer (1), respectively; after the two curling parts (213) are crossed at a back of the head of the user, the two curling parts (213) are tied tightly at a forehead position of the user by the two first ties (32).

9. The hair curling device as claimed in claim 2, wherein the flexible filling structure (2) comprises a first end (221), a heating part (21) and a second end (222); when the hair curling device is in use, the first end (221) and the second end (222) are connected to form a closed loop, and hair of a user is wound around the heating part (21).

10. The hair curling device as claimed in claim 9, wherein the heating part (21) has a flat structure.

11. The hair curling device as claimed in claim 9, further comprising: connection structures (3), wherein the connection structures (3) are two second ties (33), and the two second ties (33) are disposed at two ends (11) of the wrapping layer (1), respectively; the two second ties (33) are tightly tied together for a connection of the two second ties (33).

12. The hair curling device as claimed in claim 9, further comprising: connection structures (3), wherein the connection structures (3) are two extension parts (34), and the two extension parts (34) are disposed at two ends (11) of the wrapping layer (1), respectively; the two extension parts (34) are provided with connecting pieces (5), respectively; and the connecting pieces are configured to connect the two extension parts (34) together.

13. The hair curling device as claimed in claim 12, wherein the connecting pieces (5) are snap fasteners (35).

14. The hair curling device as claimed in claim 9, further comprising: a connection structure (3), wherein the connection structure (3) is an elastic part (36), the elastic part (36) comprises: a first connecting end (361) and a second connecting end (362), the first connecting end (361) and the second connecting end (362) are respectively connected to two ends (11) of the wrapping layer (1), thereby to make the elastic part (36) and the wrapping layer (1) to form a closed loop.

15. The hair curling device as claimed in claim 1, wherein the flexible filling structure (2) comprises: a first part (22) and a second part (23), and the wrapping layer (1) comprises two accommodating parts (12) and a soft package part (13) disposed between the two accommodating parts (12); the first part (22) and the second part (23) are respectively accommodated in the two accommodating parts (12), two ends (11) of the wrapping layer (1) are extended to form two connecting parts, respectively, and the soft package part (13) and each connecting part (14) are provided with connecting pieces (5).

16. The hair curling device as claimed in claim 15, wherein the connecting pieces (5) of the soft package part (13) comprise a plurality of female snaps (351), and the connecting piece (5) of each connecting part (14) comprises a male snap (352); each male snap (352) is buckled with one of the plurality of female snaps (351) configured to adjust a tightness of the hair curling device.

17. (canceled)

18. The hair curling device as claimed in claim 1, wherein the thermal storage material is a silicone material.

19. The hair curling device as claimed in claim 1, wherein the wrapping layer (1) is made of flannelette.

20. The hair curling device as claimed in claim 1, wherein the thermal storage material is ceramic particles.

21. A hair curling method, comprising: placing the hair curling device according to claim 1 in a microwave oven and heating the hair curling device to enable the hair curling device to reach a temperature within a range between 50 to 60 C.; and applying the hair curling device to hair of a user to cause the hair to be wavy and curled.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0026] FIG. 1 illustrates a first schematic structural diagram of a hair curling device according to an embodiment of the disclosure.

[0027] FIG. 2 illustrates a schematic structural diagram of a flexible filling structure of the hair curling device according to the embodiment of the disclosure.

[0028] FIG. 3 illustrates a first schematic diagram of the hair curling device in use according to the embodiment of the disclosure.

[0029] FIG. 4 illustrates a second schematic structural diagram of the hair curling device according to the embodiment of the disclosure.

[0030] FIG. 5 illustrates a third schematic structural diagram of the hair curling device according to the embodiment of the disclosure.

[0031] FIG. 6 illustrates a fourth schematic structural diagram of the hair curling device according to the embodiment of the disclosure.

[0032] FIG. 7 illustrates a fifth schematic structural diagram of the hair curling device according to the embodiment of the disclosure.

[0033] FIG. 8 illustrates a second schematic diagram of the hair curling device in use according to the embodiment of the disclosure.

[0034] FIG. 9 illustrates a sixth schematic structural diagram of the hair curling device according to the embodiment of the disclosure.

[0035] FIG. 10 illustrates a third schematic diagram of the hair curling device in use according to the embodiment of the disclosure.

DESCRIPTION OF REFERENCE NUMERALS

[0036] 1. flexible wrapping layer; 2. flexible filling structure; 3. connection structure; 4. hair curling device; 211. folded area; 212. middle part; 21. heating part; 213. curling part; 214. groove; 215. arc-shaped groove; 216. two side of curling part; L. central axis; 31. hair ring; 32. first tie; 11. two ends; 33. second tie; 34. extension part; 5. connecting piece; 35. snap fastener; 36. elastic part; 361. first connecting end; 362. second connecting end; 22. first part; 23. second part; 12. accommodating part; 13. soft package part; 14. connecting part; 351. female snap; 352. male snap.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF EMBODIMENTS

[0037] In order to make the above objectives, features, and advantages of the disclosure more apparent and understandable, a detailed explanation of the specific embodiments of the disclosure will be provided below in conjunction with the attached drawings.

[0038] It should be noted that the terms first and second in the specification and claims of the disclosure, as well as the attached drawings, are used to distinguish similar objects, and do not need to be used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that the data used in this way can be interchanged in appropriate circumstances, so that the embodiments described herein can be implemented in order other than those illustrated or described herein.

[0039] In the description of the disclosure, it should be noted that, unless otherwise specifically defined and limited, the terms dispose, install, connect and join should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections, they can be mechanical connections, they can be directly connected or indirectly connected through an intermediary, and they can be internal connections within two components. For those skilled in the art, the specific meanings of the mentioned terms in the disclosure can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0040] In the description of this specification, the reference terms embodiments, an embodiment, and an implementation are intended to indicate that the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment or the implementation are included in at least one embodiment or implementation of the disclosure. In this specification, the illustrative descriptions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or the same implementation. Moreover, the described specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics can be combined in any one or more embodiments or implementations in an appropriate manner.

[0041] The following is a detailed description of the disclosure in combination with the attached drawings.

[0042] In order to solve the above problems, as shown in FIGS. 1-7, a hair curling device 4 is provided.

[0043] The hair curling device 4 includes a flexible filling structure 2 and a flexible wrapping layer 1. The flexible filling structure 2 is in a strip shape and the flexible filling structure 2 is made of a thermal storage material. The flexible wrapping layer 1 is sheathed on the flexible filling structure 2.

[0044] It should be noted that the flexible filling structure 2 of the disclosure is designed to be the strip shape to facilitate the winding of the user's hair. The filling structure 2 is made of the thermal storage material, so that the hair curling device 4 can be placed in a microwave oven or other heating devices for heating when in use, this allows the hair curling device 4 to reach a temperature of about 50-60 C., and a large wavy curling effect can be achieved after using the hair curling device 4 to curl the hair for about 50 minutes, thus the curling process of the entire head of the user can be completed in a short time, greatly improving efficiency. Moreover, due to the use of the thermal storage material, not only can the temperature for curling be maintained, but also the durability of the curly hair can be ensured, making the hairstyle more lasting. The wrapping layer 1 is disposed outside the filling structure 2 for wrapping, which can also maintain heat effectively, and unlike the electric curling iron, low-temperature heating of the hair curling device 4 is not harmful to the hair.

[0045] In an embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 1-2, the flexible filling structure 2 includes a middle part 212 and two curling parts 213. When the hair curling device 4 is in use, the middle part 212 is placed above a head of a user, and the two curling parts 213 hang down to ears of the user to wind hair of the user around each of the two curling parts 213.

[0046] It should be noted that, in an embodiment, the middle part 212 is connected and disposed between the two curling parts 213. When the hair curling device 4 is in use, the middle part 212 is first placed on the top of the user's head, at which time the two curling parts 213 hang down to two ears of the user. The user's hair is divided into left and right parts from the back of the user's head along a midline, and the left and right parts of the hair are wound on the two curling parts 213 sequentially from hair root to hair tail for curling, respectively. The filling structure 2 is easy to use and convenient for the user to wind all the hair.

[0047] In an embodiment, as shown in FIG. 2, the middle part 212 is in a flat shape configured to fit on the head of the user.

[0048] It should be noted that, preferably, the middle part 212 is designed to be flat. Since the top of the user's head has a certain curvature, a flat design of the middle part 212 can better conform to the curvature of the user's head, and it can also reduce a thickness of the middle part 212, which makes the middle part 212 more flexible, thereby enhancing the comfort for the user.

[0049] In an embodiment, each of the two curling parts 213 defines grooves configured to make a part of each of the two curling parts 213 concave to form a folded area 211.

[0050] It should be noted that, preferably, the grooves 214 are defined on a middle position of each of the two curling parts 213. By setting the grooves 214, the folded area 211 is formed on each of the two curling parts 213. The folded area 211 is thinner and has high flexibility, which results in good folding performance. The setting of the grooves 214 also provides the folded space for the folded area 211. In the hair curling device 4, each of the two curling parts 213 can be folded, and the middle part 212 can also be folded, making it convenient to store the hair curling device 4.

[0051] In an embodiment, as shown in FIG. 2, the grooves 214 of each of the two curling parts 213 are arc-shaped grooves 215, and a number of the grooves 214 of each of the two curling parts 213 is two. The two arc-shaped grooves 215 of each of the two curling parts 213 are symmetrically defined on two sides 216 of the curling part 213 along a central axis L of the curling part 213 and are concave towards the central axis L of the curling part 213.

[0052] It should be noted that, preferably, the grooves 214 are designed as the arc-shaped grooves 215, and the number of the arc-shaped grooves 215 of each of the two curling parts 213 is two, the two arc-shaped grooves 215 are symmetrically defined on the two sides 216 of the curling part 213. Opening lines of the arc-shaped grooves 215 are relatively soft, which can prevent damage to the hair during the winding process. The symmetrical setting of the two grooves 214 of each curling part 213 can reduce the thickness of the folded area to the thinnest, thereby further facilitating the folding of the curling parts 213.

[0053] In an embodiment, as shown in FIG. 2, a cross-section of each of the two curling parts 213 is circular or quasi-circular.

[0054] It should be noted that, preferably, the cross-section of each curling part 213 is disposed to be circular or quasi-circular. The cross-section of each curling part 213 is a section perpendicular to the central axis L of each curling part 213. Preferably, a diameter of the cross-section of the curling part 213 is about 3 centimeters (cm), which results in the hair having a large wavy effect after use. Additionally, a length of the filling structure 2 is about 92 cm, making it suitable for medium to long hair, thereby increasing its applicability.

[0055] In an embodiment, as shown in FIG. 3, the hair curling device 4 further includes connection structures 3, the connection structures 3 are hair rings 31, and when the hair curling device 4 is in use, the hair rings 31 tie the user's hair tightly onto the two curling parts 213, respectively.

[0056] It should be noted that, in the embodiment, the connection structures 3 are the hair rings 31. When the user's hair is wound around the curling parts 213, the hair rings 31 can be used to tie the hair tail tightly onto the curling parts 213, this allows the hair to remain in a wound state and be shaped into curly hair after a period of time. The connection structure 3, being the hair ring 31, facilitates flexible use by the user, and the hair ring 31 can also be used independently in daily life.

[0057] In an embodiment, as shown in FIG. 4, the hair curling device 4 further includes connection structures 3, the connection structures 3 are two first ties 32, and the two first ties 32 are disposed at two ends 11 of the wrapping layer 1, respectively. After the curling parts 213 are crossed at the back of the user's head, the curling parts 213 are tied tightly at the user's forehead position by the two first ties 32.

[0058] It should be noted that, in the embodiment, the connection structures 3 are the two first ties 32, and the two first ties 32 are disposed at the two ends 11 of the wrapping layer 1. When the user's hair is wound around each curling part 213, the curling parts 213 can be wound back around the back of the user's head, crossed at the back of the user's head, and then tied at the user's forehead by the two first ties 32, thereby forming updo around the user's head, facilitating the user's activities.

[0059] In an embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 5-7, the filling structure 2 includes a first end 221, a heating part 21 and a second end 222. When the hair curling device 4 is in use, the first end 221 and the second end 222 are connected to form a closed loop, and the hair of the user is wound around the heating part 21.

[0060] It should be noted that, in an embodiment, the filling structure 2 is set to be a short version. When the hair curling device 4 is in use, the user selects a section of hair, places the filling structure 2 at the hair tail, and rotates the filling structure 2 from the hair tail until it rotates to a vicinity of the hair root, so that the user's hair is wound around the heating part 21 in multiple layers, and finally, the first end 221 and the second end 222 are connected to make the filling structure 2 form a ring (i.e., a closed loop) and the user's hair can be fixed, and the curling effect can be achieved after a period of time. The filling structure 2 is set to be the short version makes it convenient for the user to curl hair in different sections, allowing the user to flexibly use it according to the hairstyle needs. Moreover, a volume of the filling structure 2 is smaller, making it convenient for storage and carrying.

[0061] In an embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 5-7, the heating part 21 has a flat structure.

[0062] It should be noted that, in the embodiment, the flat structure design of the heating part 21 allows the filling structure 2 to wind multiple layers of hair without becoming overly bulky, facilitating user operation. The thickness of the flat structure is specifically about 5 millimeters (mm), the length of the flat structure is about 15 cm, and the width of the flat structure is about 4 cm, making it suitable for users with different hair lengths and volumes.

[0063] In an embodiment, as shown in FIG. 5, the hair curling device 4 further includes connection structures 3, the connection structures 3 are two second ties 33, and the two second ties 33 are disposed at the two ends 11 of the wrapping layer 1, respectively. The two second ties 33 are tightly tied together for connection.

[0064] It should be noted that, in an embodiment, the two second ties 33 are disposed at the two ends 11 of the wrapping layer 1, respectively. When the user uses the filling structure 2 to wind the hair to the hair root, the two second ties 33 are wound to openings of the first end 221 and the second end 222, and the hair is tied tightly on the filling structure 2 through the two second ties 33. The design of the two second ties 33 allows users to choose the degree of tightness according to their own situation, offering a high level of comfort.

[0065] In an embodiment, as shown in FIG. 6, the hair curling device 4 further includes connection structures 3, the connection structures 3 are two extension parts 34, and the two extension parts 34 are disposed at the two ends 11 of the wrapping layer 1, respectively. Each extension part 34 is provided with a connecting piece 5 for mutual connection.

[0066] It should be noted that, in the embodiment, the connection structures 3 are the two extension parts 34, which are plate-like flanges and disposed at the two ends 11 of the wrapping layer 1. Each extension part 34 is provided with the connecting piece 5 for the mutual connection, so that when the user uses the filling structure 2 to wind the hair to the hair root, the two extension parts 34 are wound to the openings of the first end 221 and the second end 222, and the hair is tied tightly on the filling structure 2 through the connecting pieces 5. The setting of the connecting pieces 5 is more convenient for the user to operate compared to the second ties 33.

[0067] In an embodiment, as shown in FIG. 6, the connecting pieces 5 are snap fasteners 35.

[0068] It should be noted that, preferably, the connecting pieces 5 are the snap fasteners 35, the snap fasteners 35 include a male snap 352 and a female snap 351. The snap fasteners 35 are respectively disposed at opposite positions of the two extension parts 34, allowing the two extension parts 34 to be buckled to each other. The snap fasteners 35 are more stable after buckling, which can prevent the hair from loosening due to the user's movements, and be also convenient to detach.

[0069] In an embodiment, as shown in FIG. 7, the hair curling device 4 further includes a connection structure 3. The connection structure 3 is an elastic part 36, the elastic part 36 includes a first connecting end 361 and a second connecting end 362, the first connecting end 361 and the second connecting end 362 are connected to two ends 11 of the wrapping layer 1, thereby to make the elastic part 36 and the wrapping layer 1 to form a closed loop.

[0070] It should be noted that, in another embodiment, the connection structure 3 is the elastic part 36. The elastic part 36 is connected to the wrapping layer 1 to form a circular shape (i.e., closed loop), so that when the hair curling device 4 is in use, the user's hair is passed through the center of the circular shape and then wound in multiple layers. Due to the elasticity of the elastic part 36, it facilitates the stretching of the elastic part 36 for the user to wind the hair. After the winding is completed, the elastic part 36 is then elastically contracts to fix the hair, which is more convenient and faster.

[0071] In an embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 9-10, the flexible filling structure 2 includes: a first part 22 and a second part 23, and the wrapping layer 1 includes two accommodating parts 12 and a soft package part 13 disposed between the two accommodating parts 12. The first part 22 and the second part 23 are respectively accommodated in the two accommodating parts 12, two ends 11 of the wrapping layer 1 are extended to form two connecting parts, respectively, and the soft package part 13 and each connecting part 14 are provided with connecting pieces 5.

[0072] It should be noted that, in an embodiment, the flexible filling structure 2 is set to be sectional, with each accommodating part 12 being a long, cylindrical tube-like structure, capable of accommodating the first part 22 and the second part 23 within it. When the hair curling device 4 is in use, the soft package part 13 is placed on the user's forehead, and the user's hair is wound around the first part 22 and the second part 23. Then, the first part 22 and the second part 23 are wound around from the left and right sides of the user's head to the back, eventually swirling back to the front of the user's head, and the connecting pieces 5 are used to connect and tie tightly each connecting part 14 with the soft package part 13, thereby creating a double-layered curly hair effect at the back of the user's head.

[0073] In an embodiment, as shown in FIG. 9, the connecting pieces 5 of the soft package part 13 include multiple female snaps 351, and the connecting piece 5 of each connecting part 14 includes a male snap 352. Each male snap 352 is buckled with anyone of the multiple female snaps 351 configured to adjust a tightness of the hair curling device 4.

[0074] It should be noted that, preferably, the soft package part 13 is provided with the multiple female snaps 351 arranged at intervals along a length direction of the soft package part 13. Each connecting part 14 is provided with a male snap 352, allowing users to select anyone of the female snaps 351 to buckle the male snap 352 according to their head circumference, as well as the length and volume of their hair to obtain an appropriate tightness, thereby improving applicability.

[0075] In an embodiment, as shown in FIG. 10, the connecting parts 14 have elasticity.

[0076] It should be noted that, preferably, the connecting parts 14 are elastic, which further enhance the applicability of the hair curling device 4. The elasticity of the connecting parts helps prevent the connecting parts 14 from tightening on the user's skin and causing discomfort during prolonged wear.

[0077] In an embodiment, the thermal storage material is a silicone material.

[0078] It should be noted that, preferably, the thermal storage material is made of the silicone material. The silicone material has good heat retention properties, emits no odor when heated, is safe and eco-friendly, and also has good flexibility, making it easy for users to bend into various shapes for curling hair.

[0079] In an embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1, the wrapping layer 1 is made of flannelette.

[0080] It should be noted that, preferably, the wrapping layer 1 is made of the flannelette. The flannelette has good insulation properties, which can extend the heating time and enhance the curling effect. Moreover, the flannelette is soft and does not damage the hair.

[0081] In an embodiment, the thermal storage material is ceramic particles.

[0082] It should be noted that, in an embodiment, the thermal energy storage material is ceramic particles. The ceramic particles have good heat resistance, high energy storage density, are cost-effective, non-toxic and harmless, and have good recyclability. In addition, the thermal energy storage material can also be biomass particles. The biomass particles can be selected from one or a combination of flaxseed, lavender seeds, lemongrass, mint leaves, wood chips, straw particles, rice grains, corn seeds, wheat, cherry pits, and beans. The biomass particles are eco-friendly and pollution-free. For example, using the flaxseed as a thermal energy storage material can have the effect of hair care when heated. The thermal energy storage material can also be tourmaline, clay particles, etc.

[0083] It should be noted that the above technical features continue to be combined with each other to form various embodiments not listed above, which are all considered within the scope of the disclosure. Moreover, for those skilled in the art, improvements or transformations can be made according to the above description, and all these improvements and transformations should fall within the scope of protection of the claims attached to the disclosure.