Pedicure Sock and Uses Thereof

Abstract

The invention relates to a sock for use after a pedicure. Various portions of the sock have been treated with a compound of the invention that protects the toenail polish and / or skin of the pedicure recipient.

Description

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Appln. No. 61 / 728,161 which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention relates generally to footwear for use during and after a pedicure, and methods of using such footwear.BACKGROUND[0003]Pedicures are typically performed in a salon or spa, and are costly and time consuming. During a pedicure, a foot may be treated with creams, lotions, hot wax or other skin conditioning softeners, all of which make walking difficult as they make the skin slippery and the foot tends to slide with each step. Further, one would not want to walk on carpet or put a sock on after such treatments as these items are absorbent and would tend to pull the creams, lotions, wax and conditioners out of the skin of the foot, negating or lessening their benefits.[0004]Typically, a pedicure also includes painting the toenails of the foot with nail polish. Nail...

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Benefits of technology

The present invention provides a pedicure sock that can protect nail polish after a pedicure. It prevents the sock from absorbing oils, lotions, wax or skin conditioners that are applied to the foot during a pedicure. The sock allows the wearer to experience normal movement after a pedicure without causing damage to the polish or a loss of benefits from the pedicure treatments. It can be worn in a shoe after a pedicure, so the wearer may walk outside in all weather without causing damage to the polish or a loss of benefits from the pedicure treatments. It has also been treated with a silicone compound to protect the nail polish and the benefits of the pedicure.

Problems solved by technology

Pedicures are typically performed in a salon or spa, and are costly and time consuming.

During a pedicure, a foot may be treated with creams, lotions, hot wax or other skin conditioning softeners, all of which make walking difficult as they make the skin slippery and the foot tends to slide with each step.

Further, one would not want to walk on carpet or put a sock on after such treatments as these items are absorbent and would tend to pull the creams, lotions, wax and conditioners out of the skin of the foot, negating or lessening their benefits.

As is well known to individuals who obtain pedicures, even if the polish is dry to the touch, the polish can scratch easily should the individual attempt to wear shoes or inadvertently come into contact with another surface before the polish has cured to its final density and hardness.

Walking is difficult as any contact of the feet to another object can result in polish damage such as, but not limited to, smearing or streaking or other unintended removal of a portion of the polish.

Traditional footwear and socks will cause damage to the polish because of their direct contact with the toes.

Open-toed shoes are often used after a pedicure, but are not practical for all weather conditions and may also expose the polish to particulate imperfections such as dust or dirt, which can become lodged in the polish, spoiling its surface properties.

All of these inconveniences lead to a feeling of immobilization after one's toenails are painted, and may lead to less productivity for the individual as normal movement is difficult.

Further, the diligence required after a pedicure to appreciate the full benefits of a pedicure deters busy individuals from having regular pedicures.

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