Classifications

• • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
  • A41—WEARING APPAREL
  • A41G—ARTIFICIAL FLOWERS; WIGS; MASKS; FEATHERS
  • A41G5/00—Hair pieces, inserts, rolls, pads, or the like; Toupées
  • A41G5/004—Hairpieces, e.g. hair extensions
  • A41G5/0053—Fastening thereof
• • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
  • A41—WEARING APPAREL
  • A41G—ARTIFICIAL FLOWERS; WIGS; MASKS; FEATHERS
  • A41G5/00—Hair pieces, inserts, rolls, pads, or the like; Toupées
  • A41G5/004—Hairpieces, e.g. hair extensions
  • A41G5/0053—Fastening thereof
  • A41G5/006—Fastening thereof by threading with the remaining hair of the user
• • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
  • A41—WEARING APPAREL
  • A41G—ARTIFICIAL FLOWERS; WIGS; MASKS; FEATHERS
  • A41G5/00—Hair pieces, inserts, rolls, pads, or the like; Toupées
  • A41G5/004—Hairpieces, e.g. hair extensions
  • A41G5/0053—Fastening thereof
  • A41G5/008—Fastening thereof by adhesives
• • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
  • A41—WEARING APPAREL
  • A41G—ARTIFICIAL FLOWERS; WIGS; MASKS; FEATHERS
  • A41G5/00—Hair pieces, inserts, rolls, pads, or the like; Toupées
  • A41G5/004—Hairpieces, e.g. hair extensions
  • A41G5/0086—Applicators or tools for applying hairpieces to the user

Definitions

• a hair extension includes a plurality of hair strands; and an angled flexible hair extension strip that holds the plurality of hair strands, the angled flexible hair extension strip having a first side end and an opposing second side end, where the first side end and the second side end are located in different horizontal planes; and wherein each of the hair strands comprises a first end that is held, by the angled flexible hair extension strip, and a second end that is unattached, wherein the first ends of the hair strands are arranged in a thin layer; wherein the second ends of the hair strands are parallel to a horizontal plane; and wherein the first ends of the hair strands are located in multiple horizontal planes.
• the angled flexible hair extension strip comprises a strip glue layer on one side of the angled flexible hair extension strip, wherein the strip glue layer holds the thin layer of hair strands.
• the angled flexible hair extension strip has an angle of 45 degrees relative to a horizontal plane.
• the angled flexible hair extension strip has an angle between 10 - 45 degrees relative to a horizontal plane.
• the angled flexible hair extension strip has an angle between 10 - 70 degrees relative to a horizontal plane.
• the angled flexible hair extension strip has an angle between 20 - 45 degrees relative to a horizontal plane.
• the angled flexible hair extension strip has an angle between 45 - 70 degrees relative to a horizontal plane.
• the angled flexible hair extension strip has an angle between 45 - 70 degrees relative to a horizontal plane.
• the angled flexible hair extension strip has a flat, elongated configuration.
• the method includes parting natural hair of the user to form a part; attaching a first angled hair extension to natural hair of the user below the part, wherein the first angled hair extension comprises: includes a first section of hair and a first adhesive tape, a plurality of hair strands; and an angled flexible hair extension strip that holds the plurality of hair strands, the angled flexible hair extension strip having a first side end and an opposing second side end, where the first side end and the second side end are located in different horizontal planes; and wherein each of the hair strands comprises a first end that is held, by the angled hair extension strip and a second end that is free, wherein the first ends of the hair strands are arranged in a thin layer; wherein the second end of the hair strands are parallel to a horizontal plane; and wherein the first end of the hair strands is located in multiple horizontal planes; wherein each of the hair strands comprises a first end that is held, by the angled hair extension strip and a second end that is free
• the angled flexible hair extension strip comprises a strip glue layer on one side of the angled flexible hair extension strip, wherein the strip glue layer holds the thin layer of hair strands.
• the angled flexible hair extension strip has an angle of 45 degrees relative to a horizontal plane.
• the angled flexible hair extension strip has an angle between 10 - 45 degrees relative to a horizontal plane.
• the angled flexible hair extension strip has an angle between 10 - 70 degrees relative to a horizontal plane.
• the angled flexible hair extension strip has an angle between 20 - 45 degrees relative to a horizontal plane.
• the angled flexible hair extension strip has an angle between 45 - 70 degrees relative to a horizontal plane.
• the angled flexible hair extension strip has an angle between 45 - 70 degrees relative to a horizontal plane.
• the angled flexible hair extension strip has a flat, elongated configuration.
• FIG. 1B illustrates typical hair extensions utilizing a horizontal hair extension strip.
• FIG. 2 illustrates hair extensions utilizing an angled hair extension strip, according to one aspect of the present disclosure.
• FIG. 3 illustrates hair extensions utilizing an angled hair extension strip secured to the scalp of a user, according to one aspect of the present disclosure.
• DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION [0030] In the following description, specific details are given to provide a thorough understanding of the embodiments. However, it will be understood by one of ordinary skill in the art that the embodiments may be practiced without these specific details. [0031] The term “comprise” and variations of the term, such as “comprising” and “comprises,” are not intended to exclude other additives, components, integers or steps.
• a hair extension 100 comprises hair strands 102 and a flexible horizontal hair extension strip 104 that holds the hair strands.
• Each of the hair strands 102 comprises a first end that is held by the horizontal hair extension strip and a second end that is free.
• the first ends of the hair strands are arranged in a thin layer.
• the thin layer of hair strands is contained in the horizontal hair extension strip 104.
• FIGS. 1A and 1B illustrate typical hair extensions secured to the scalp of a user and the hair extensions utilizing a horizontal hair extension strip, respectively.
• Traditional tape-hair or strip-type hair extensions utilize only horizontal lines for attachment. These horizontal hair extension applications are used frequently due to their shorter application times and ease.
• the horizontal tape hair extensions come in the form of wefts rather than single strands.
• the wefts contain equal amounts of hair, laid out uniformly on the weft. If the wefts are not installed horizontally on the hair, the wefts will not have a natural look. That is, as shown in FIG. 1B, when placing the horizontal hair extension strip at an angle the hair buckles 106 and does not hang naturally.
• a horizontal tape or strip-type hair extension cannot simply be turned to an angle because the vertically attached hair will buckle and not hang naturally.
• Additional problems caused by the horizontal tape hair extensions include, but are not limited to: 1.
• the horizontal tape hair extensions stick, or protrude, out when placed on curves of a user’s head shape. That is, where the surface of the head transitions from a round area to a flat area. 2.
• the horizontal tape hair extensions are obvious when placed or secured too close to the part line of the user’s hair. 3.
• the horizontal tape hair extensions need to be at least one (1) inch away from the hair line. TESSA-1003 4.
• the horizontal tape hair extensions limit the ability to use non-chemical color techniques. 5.
• the horizontal tape hair extensions cause the hair color to look stark and less natural. 6.
• the horizontal tape hair extensions cause the hair color to be harsher than the normal hair color. 7.
• the horizontal tape hair extensions limit the natural hair growth of a user’s hair. 8.
• Every head shape has round and flat areas. Utilizing angled tape hair extensions where the shape of a person’s head transitions from the round to flat areas will result in the hair extensions looking more natural and providing a more natural movement to the hair. [0040] Also, utilizing angled tape hair extensions significantly increases the ability to conceal tape-hair or strip-type hair extensions, especially in the hairline and part line. The angle of the tape makes it viable to create a more natural focal point with color placement and dimension. [0041] Entry-level stylists typically use traditional horizontal attached strip-type hair extensions. By shifting the application to an angle, even established hair artists will see the angle benefits of creating personalized and high fashion hair extension designs for sophisticated clients.
• the entry-level stylist can quicken their service and clientele progress using angled strip-type hair extensions.
• more and more people are searching for a “non-chemical” hair color change and hair extensions are an excellent non-chemical color solution.
• Established professional colorists do not use traditional horizontal strip-type extensions because they look unnatural or are too obvious.
• With angled strip-type extensions non-chemical color changes are limitless and become more enticing for all colorists and clients.
• many people with long hair want the option to pull their hair into a ponytail or up style. When pulling hair up with horizontal hair extensions, the hair buckles, appears unnatural, and can break easily due to tension.
• angled strip-type extension attachments will perform and look more natural, hug all head shapes better, create more movement, soften harsh lines, conceal the attachment point, add design elements, increase non-chemical color techniques, improve styling options, and boost hair extension performance.
• Benefits provided by use of angled tape hair extensions include but are not limited to: 1. The angled tape hair extensions hug the head shape more naturally. 2. The angled tape hair extensions are easier to conceal at the part line. 3. The angled tape hair extensions can be attached closer to the front of the hair line. 4. The angled tape hair extensions provide unlimited non-chemical color techniques. TESSA-1003 5.
• the angled tape hair extensions allow for the color to easily blend or add softer dimensions. 6.
• the angled tape hair extensions provide for a more natural color look. 7.
• the angled tape hair extensions work with the natural growth of hair better as compared to horizontal tape hair extensions.
• the angled tape hair extensions work with the natural direction for ponytails and up styles. 9.
• the angled tape hair extensions create softer lines. 10.
• the angled tape hair extensions create and allow for more movement of the hair.
• the angled tape hair extensions work with the natural growth pattern of a user’s hair.
• the angled tape hair extensions blend with existing hair more naturally.
• the angled tape hair extensions provide more volume to the existing hair that looks more natural. 14.
• the angled tape hair extensions are more designer driven. [0046] FIG.
• the hair extension 200 comprises a plurality of hair strands 204; and an angled flexible hair extension strip 202 that holds the plurality of hair strands 204 together.
• the angled flexible hair extension strip 202 has a flat, elongated configuration.
• the plurality of hair strands 204 may be comprises of natural hair, synthetic hair, or a combination of both natural and synthetic hair.
• the angled flexible hair extension strip 202 has a first side end 202a and an opposing second side end 202b, where the first side end 202a and the second side end 202b are located in different horizontal planes; and wherein each of the hair strands comprises a first end that is held, by the angled hair extension strip 202 and a second end that is free (i.e., not attached to an object), wherein the first ends of the hair strands are arranged in a thin layer; wherein the second end of the hair strands are parallel to a horizontal plane; and wherein the first end of the hair strands are located in multiple horizontal planes. [0048] According to one aspect, the second ends of the plurality of hair strands are located in the same horizontal plane.
• the angled flexible hair extension strip 202 comprises a strip glue layer on one side of the angled flexible hair extension strip so that the strip glue layer holds the thin layer of hair strands. As mentioned previously, the angled flexible hair extension strip 202 has a generally flat, elongated configuration. [0050] The angled flexible hair extension strip 202 can have many different angles relative to a horizontal plane.
• the angle may be, including but not limited to, 45 degrees relative to the horizontal plane, between 10 - 45 degrees relative to the horizontal plane, between 10 - 70 degrees relative to a horizontal plane, between 20 - 45 degrees relative to the horizontal plane, between 30 - 45 degrees relative to the horizontal plane, between 45 - 70 degrees relative to the horizontal plane, and between 45 - 70 degrees relative to a horizontal plane.
• a method for attaching hair extensions to natural hair of a user is provided.
• the method comprises parting natural hair of the user to form a part; attaching a first angled hair extension to natural hair of the user below the part, wherein a first section of hair is affixed together at one end by a first solidified liquid polymer that is soft, paper thin, pliable, wherein a first side of the first adhesive tape is attached to the first polymer on a first side of the first section of hair, and wherein a second side of the first adhesive tape is used to attach the first hair extension to natural hair of the user; lifting the first hair extension after attachment of the first hair extension to natural hair of the user; and attaching a second hair extension to natural hair of the user. This process is repeated until all hair extensions have been attached or secured to the scalp or head of the user.
• the first angled hair extension includes a first section of hair and a first adhesive tape, a plurality of hair strands; and an angled flexible hair extension strip that holds the plurality of hair strands, the angled flexible hair extension strip having a first side end and an opposing second side end, where the first side end and the second side end are located in different horizontal planes; and wherein each of the hair strands comprises a first end that is held, by the angled hair extension strip and a second end that is free to hang naturally from the scalp or head of the user, wherein the first ends of the hair strands are arranged in a thin layer; wherein the second end of the hair strands are parallel to a horizontal plane; and wherein the first end of the hair strands is located in multiple horizontal planes.
• the angled flexible hair extension strip forms to the surface of the scalp or head of the user.
• TESSA-1003 the angled flexible hair extension strip 202 can have many different angles relative to a horizontal plane.
• the angle may be, including but not limited to, 45 degrees relative to the horizontal plane, between 10 - 45 degrees relative to the horizontal plane, between 10 - 70 degrees relative to a horizontal plane, between 20 - 45 degrees relative to the horizontal plane, between 30 - 45 degrees relative to the horizontal plane, between 45 - 70 degrees relative to the horizontal plane, and between 45 - 70 degrees relative to a horizontal plane.
• the word “aspects” does not require that all aspects of the disclosure include the discussed tab, advantage, or mode of operation.
• Coupled is used herein to refer to the direct or indirect coupling between two objects. For example, if object A physically touches object B, and object B touches object C, then objects A and C may still be considered coupled to one another-even if they do not directly physically touch each other.
• One or more of the components and functions illustrated in the FIGS. may be rearranged and/or combined into a single component or embodied in several components without departing from the invention. Additional elements or components may also be added without departing from the invention.
• reference to an element in the singular is not intended to mean “one and only one” unless specifically so stated, but rather “one or more.” Unless specifically stated otherwise, the term “some” refers to one or more.

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