US4150678A
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Cushioned retainer pads for wigs
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1978-02-23
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Granted: 1979-04-24
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Expires: 1998-02-23
Abstract
Abstract A washable retainer which holds a wig on the head with friction-surfaced, flat, pillow-like pads having thickness to suspend the abrasive wig net from contact with the scalp and give body to the same, which wig will stay put in place and not allow shift when normally worn and which does not irritate the scalp of the wearer, because of its unique capability to conform to the natural contours of the head.
Inventors
- 👤 Georgia M. Photopulos
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 05:32
CPC Classifications
A; A41; A41G; A41G3/00; A41G3/0041; A41G3/0008
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
64 words
A pad means comprising layers of soft material positioned one on top of the other enclosed in a friction-adhering sheathing means to create a pad for a wig whereby when said pad is secured to the under side of a wig, it prevents shifting of the same on the head and irritation to the scalp by conforming to the natural contour of the head.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
64 words
A pad means comprising layers of soft material positioned one on top of the other enclosed in a friction-adhering sheathing means to create a pad for a wig whereby when said pad is secured to the under side of a wig, it prevents shifting of the same on the head and irritation to the scalp by conforming to the natural contour of the head.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
40 words
The device according to claim 1 wherein said sheathing means comprises a backing made of a synthetic material, and said material having a plurality of flocking fibers on the outer surface and said soft material is built up in layers.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
30 words
The device according to claim 1 wherein a wig has a plurality of said pad means secured along portions of its edges to the inner peripheral edges of said wig.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
35 words
The device according to claim 2 wherein said pad is secured to the lower side of a hairpiece to prevent it from accidental shifting, and said synthetic material is composed of polyester and rayon fibers.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
39 words
The pad according to claim 1 wherein the same is variant in shape for affixing to the inner margins and crown surfaces of a wig, whereby the wig is elevated above the scalp and allows for escape of moisture.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1982-04-23 | 1982-10-23 | 1983-04-24 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1986-04-23 | 1986-10-23 | 1987-04-24 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1990-04-23 | 1990-10-23 | 1991-04-24 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |