The Japanese “unuseless” design for staying in the lines when applying lipstick is another cleverly designed tool that helps people apply lipstick accurately. This tool is designed to look like a guide that can bend and contour to the shape of the lips.
The design consists of a thin, flexible strip of plastic or silicone with a slightly curved shape to match your lips. The strip is placed along the edge of the lips, creating a barrier that helps guide the lipstick application and prevents any smudging or going over your lip line.
To use this tool, the user simply places the strip along the edge of their lips and applies the lipstick inside the barrier. Once the lipstick is applied, the strip can be removed and the lips will have a clean, precise edge.
It may be especially useful for those that are disabled or ageing, as this design is particularly useful for people who struggle to apply lipstick evenly or who have difficulty staying within the lines of their lips.
Overall, the “unuseless” design of this lipstick guide is another great example of how simple and innovative design can make everyday tasks easier and more enjoyable, especially considering those that may struggle with disabilities.
Current lipstick applicators that are created with disabled individuals in mind may be seen below.
In this design, the instrument is used to balance and keep the lipstick still, aiding those with disabilities to have a stead hand whilst applying their lipstick to stop them from going outside of the lines. This is another version of the un-useless design idea that is more modern.