Buoyant elongated lotion applicator with an easy-to-replace, disposable, interlocking pad, a non-slip ergonomic hand grip and a support strap

Abstract

An applicator assembly includes an elongated handle terminating with a mounting head at a distal end. A buoyant hand grip engages the handle at the opposite proximal end. A support strap is attached to the handgrip. An applicator pad assembly is releasably attached to the mounting head. The applicator pad assembly is configured to releasably engage the mounting head. The handle may be extendable and locked into defined positions using locking tabs that engage corresponding locking apertures.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0001]This invention generally relates to lotion applicators, and more particularly, to a buoyant elongated lotion applicator with an easy-to-replace, removable, disposable, interlocking pad, a non-slip ergonomic handle and a support strap.BACKGROUND[0002]Various elongated applicators have been devised to apply lotions, oils and other cosmetic preparations to areas that are normally inaccessible or difficult to reach using one's own hands. For example, portions of the back of a person are normally difficult to reach. Thus, an elongated applicator may be used to apply a substance.[0003]Conventional applicators include a sponge affixed to a handle using elaborate mechanisms, often in the form of glue or other adhesive, separable mechanical attachments, stretch fit or hook and loop fasteners. In each instance, the installation and removal process is quite complex and conducive to error. In many instances, the attachments lack sufficient integrity, making the pads ...

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Benefits of technology

[0007]To solve one or more of the problems set forth above, in an exemplary implementation of the invention, an applicator assembly is provided. The assembly includes an elongated handle terminating with a mounting head at a distal end. A buoyant hand grip engages the handle at the opposite proximal end. A support strap is attached to the handgrip. An applicator pad assembly is releasably attached to the mounting head. The applicator pad assembly is configured to releasably engage the mounting head. The applicator assembly provides a reliable applicator that is easy-to-use, configure and maintain and well suited for beach and marine use.

Problems solved by technology

For example, portions of the back of a person are normally difficult to reach.

In each instance, the installation and removal process is quite complex and conducive to error.

In many instances, the attachments lack sufficient integrity, making the pads susceptible to unintended release.

Conventional applicators are not well suited for beach and marine use.

The greasy or oily characteristic of such substances can make one's hands slippery and increase the risk of dropping the applicator into sand or water, thereby soiling, contaminating and / or losing the applicator.

Many conventional applicators include storage chambers which are difficult to clean and maintain.

The configuration of the chamber and conduit coupled with the greasy, oily and viscous characteristics of the contained substances make thorough cleaning nearly impossible.

Lotion and oil residue remains in the chamber and / or conduit even after serious cleaning efforts.

Eventually the residue spoils, attracts bacteria and contaminates fresh contents.

Due to the aforementioned problems, conventional extended applicators have not succeeded in the marketplace.

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