Light-emitting mask

Abstract

The invention relates to a light-emitting mask. Various illustrative systems, devices, and methods for a mask are provided. Generally, the mask is configured to provide light therapy to a user wearing the mask. In an exemplary embodiment, the mask includes a light assembly configured to apply light therapy to a user wearing the mask. The present invention relates to a lamp assembly comprising a plurality of lamps, such as light emitting diodes (LEDs), the lamp assembly being configured to emit light and thus provide light therapy to the user's face. The mask also includes a protective member configured to protect an eye of the user from light emitted by the lamp. The protective member is configured to form a seal against a face of a user wearing the mask, and is configured to dynamically conform to the face of the user.

Description

[0001] Cross - Reference to Related Applications

[0002] This application claims the priority of U.S. Patent Application No. 18 / 411,806, filed on January 12, 2024, the entire content of which is incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0003] The present disclosure generally relates to a light - emitting mask. Background Art

[0004] Light can be used to treat various skin conditions, especially those on a user's face. Thus, a mask having one or more light sources can be used to emit light toward the user's face. However, light is typically very bright and generally shines directly onto the entire face of the user. Such direct exposure to light can cause eye problems (e.g., vision problems), so the user has to close their eyes to avoid direct exposure to light.

[0005] In addition, masks are typically made of rigid materials to provide a hard mounting surface for the light sources. However, a rigid mask can cause abrasions, skin irritation, and pinching of the user's skin. Reusing the mask exacerbates these problems, and reusing the mask is common for masks used to treat various skin conditions.

[0006] Therefore, there is still a need for an improved mask. Summary of the Invention

[0007] Generally, a system, device, and method for a mask are provided.

[0008] In one aspect, a facial covering device is provided. In one embodiment, the facial covering device includes a base, a plurality of light emitting diodes (LEDs), and a support assembly. The base is configured to cover at least a portion of a user's face and has a first eye opening and a second eye opening formed therein. The plurality of LEDs are coupled to the base and are configured to emit light toward and onto the skin of the user's face when the base covers at least a portion of the user's face. The support assembly is coupled to the base and includes a first eye support and a second eye support. The first eye support includes a first eyebrow support and a first portion of a nose support, and the first eyebrow support and the first portion of the nose support together define a first eye support opening. The first eye support is configured to prevent light emitted toward the user's face from passing through the first eye support opening. The second eye support includes a second eyebrow support and a second portion of a nose support, and the second eyebrow support and the second portion of the nose support together define a second eye support opening. The second eye support is configured to prevent light emitted toward the user's face from passing through the second eye support opening.

[0009] The facial covering device can vary in any number of ways. For example, the support assembly can have a shape that follows the following items: the shape of the eyebrows, the shape of the inner side of the left eye, the shape of the inner side of the right eye, and the shape of the nose.

[0010] For another example, the facial covering device can further include a first infraorbital support located below the first eye opening; the facial covering device can further include a second infraorbital support located below the second eye opening; the first infraorbital support can further define the first eye support opening, and the second infraorbital support can further define the second eye support opening. Additionally, the first infraorbital support can be separate from and different from the first eye support, and the second infraorbital support can be separate from and different from the second eye support.

[0011] For yet another example, the support assembly can be configured to form a seal against the user's face.

[0012] For another example, the support assembly can be configured to dynamically conform to the user's face.

[0013] For another example, the support assembly can include a compressible material coated with a protective coating. Additionally, the compressible material can include foam, and the protective coating can include silicone; and / or, the base can be made of a rigid material.

[0014] For another example, the support assembly can be configured to facilitate the support of the base on at least a portion of the user's face.

[0015] For another example, the number of the plurality of LEDs can be in the range between sixty diodes and one hundred diodes.

[0016] For yet another example, the base can be configured to cover at least one of the user's chin, cheeks, and forehead. Additionally, the base can be configured to cover all of the user's chin, cheeks, and forehead.

[0017] For another example, the face covering device includes a support configured to be worn on the user's head when the base covers at least a portion of the user's face. Additionally, the support can include a strap assembly.

[0018] For another example, the base can be made of a rigid material.

[0019] For another example, the base can have at least one of a mouth opening and a nose opening formed therein.

[0020] For yet another example, the light emitted to the skin of the user's face is configured to provide light therapy to the user's face.

[0021] In another embodiment, a face covering device includes: a base, a plurality of LEDs, and a support assembly. The base is configured to cover at least a portion of the user's face and has a first eye opening and a second eye opening. The plurality of LEDs are coupled to the base and are configured to emit light toward and emit light to the skin of the user's face when the base covers at least a portion of the user's face. The support assembly is coupled to the base and includes: a nose support configured to contact at least a portion of the user's nose when the base covers at least a portion of the user's face; a first eyebrow support configured to contact at least one of the user's orbital bone and the first eyebrow of the user's eyebrows when the base covers at least a portion of the user's face; and a second eyebrow support configured to contact at least one of the user's orbital bone and the second eyebrow of the user's eyebrows when the base covers at least a portion of the user's face. The height of the nose support and one or more of the first and second eyebrow supports is configured to position the plurality of LEDs at a distance from the user's face when the base covers at least a portion of the user's face.

[0022] The face covering device can vary in any number of ways. For example, the distance can be in the range between about 10 mm and about 40 mm.

[0023] For yet another example, the distance from each of the plurality of LEDs to the user's face can be substantially equal for each LED.

[0024] For yet another example, the distance from at least one of the plurality of LEDs to the user's face can be different from the distance from at least one other of the plurality of LEDs to the user's face.

[0025] For yet another example, the height can be in a range between about 10 mm and about 40 mm.

[0026] For another example, the support assembly can include foam coated with silicone.

[0027] For yet another example, the support assembly can be configured to form a seal against the user's face.

[0028] For yet another example, the support assembly can be configured to dynamically conform to the user's face.

[0029] For another example, the support assembly can include a compressible material coated with a protective coating. Additionally, the compressible material can include foam, and the protective coating can include silicone; and / or, the base can be made of a rigid material.

[0030] For yet another example, the support assembly can be configured to facilitate support of the base on at least a portion of the user's face.

[0031] For another example, the facial covering device can further include: a first infraorbital support located below the first eye opening; and a second infraorbital support located below the second eye opening.

[0032] For yet another example, the number of the plurality of LEDs can be in a range between sixty diodes and one hundred diodes.

[0033] For yet another example, the base can be configured to cover at least one of the user's chin, cheeks, and forehead. Additionally, the base can be configured to cover all of the user's chin, cheeks, and forehead.

[0034] For yet another example, the facial covering device includes a support configured to be worn on the user's head while the base covers at least a portion of the user's face. Additionally, the support can include a strap assembly.

[0035] For another example, the base can have at least one of a mouth opening and a nose opening formed therein.

[0036] For yet another example, the base can be made of a rigid material.

[0037] For yet another example, the light emitted to the skin of the user's face is configured to provide light therapy to the user's face.

[0038] In another embodiment, the face covering device includes a rigid base, a lamp assembly, and a gasket. The rigid base has a forehead portion configured to be worn at least partially on the user's forehead, a nose portion configured to be worn at least partially on the user's nose and cheeks, and a chin portion configured to be worn at least partially on the user's chin. The lamp assembly is coupled to the rigid base and is configured to emit light toward and onto the skin of the user's face. The gasket is coupled to the base and is configured to prevent the light emitted toward the user's face from entering the user's eyes and to form a seal against the user's face.

[0039] The face covering device can vary in any number of ways. For example, the gasket can include a nose support that includes a bridge support configured to contact the user's nasal bridge, a first nostril support configured to contact the user's nose, and a second nostril support configured to contact the user's nose; a first eyebrow support extending from a first side of the nose support; and a second eyebrow support extending from a second side of the nose support; the first eyebrow support can have one or more curves; and the second eyebrow support can have one or more curves.

[0040] For another example, the gasket can be configured to prevent the light emitted toward the user's face from passing through first and second eye openings formed through the rigid base.

[0041] For yet another example, the first nostril support can extend laterally in a first direction from a first side of the nose support, the second nostril support can extend laterally from a second side of the nose support, and the first direction can be opposite to the second direction.

[0042] For another example, the gasket can include foam. Additionally, the foam can be coated with silicone.

[0043] For yet another example, each of the first nostril support and the second nostril support can have a height in the range between about 35 mm and about 40 mm, and / or, each of the first eyebrow support and the second eyebrow support can have a length in the range between about 10 mm and about 20 mm.

[0044] For another example, the lamp assembly can include a plurality of LEDs. Additionally, the number of the plurality of LEDs can be in the range between sixty diodes and one hundred diodes.

[0045] For yet another example, the facial covering device includes a support configured to be worn on a user's head with a base covering at least a portion of the user's face. Additionally, the support can include a strap assembly.

[0046] For still another example, light emitted to the skin of a user's face is configured to provide light therapy to the user's face.

[0047] In another aspect, a method is provided that, in one embodiment, includes: powering a plurality of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) of a facial covering device worn on a user's face such that the plurality of LEDs emit light toward and onto the skin of the user's face. The facial covering device is worn on the user's face such that the facial covering device forms a seal against the skin of the user's face, thereby preventing the emitted light from entering the user's eyes.

[0048] The method can vary in any number of ways. For example, the facial covering device can include any one or more features of the facial covering devices described above. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0049] The present disclosure will be more fully understood from the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0050] Figure 1A is a perspective view of one embodiment of a facial covering device;

[0051] Figure 1B is Figure 1A a front view of the facial covering device of

[0052] Figure 1C is Figure 1A a rear view of the facial covering device of

[0053] Figure 2 is Figure 1A a rear view of a portion of the facial covering device of

[0054] Figure 2A is a control unit configured to be operatively coupled to a mask of Figure 1A a perspective view of one embodiment of

[0055] Figure 3A is Figure 1A a perspective view of a support assembly of the facial covering device of

[0056] Figure 3B isFigure 3A Another perspective view of the support assembly;

[0057] Figure 3C is Figure 3A Another perspective view of the support assembly;

[0058] Figure 3D is Figure 3A Another perspective view of the support assembly;

[0059] Figure 4A Perspective view of another embodiment of the face covering device;

[0060] Figure 4B is Figure 4A Perspective view of the intermediate housing of the face mask;

[0061] Figure 4C is Figure 4B Another perspective view of the intermediate housing;

[0062] Figure 4D is Figure 4A Perspective view of one embodiment of a control unit operably coupled to the face mask;

[0063] Figure 4E is Figure 4A Perspective view of a portion of the support assembly of the face mask; and

[0064] Figure 4F is Figure 4E Another perspective view of a portion of the support assembly.

[0065] Note that these figures are not necessarily drawn to scale. The figures are intended to depict only the general aspects of the subject matter disclosed herein and should not, therefore, be construed as limiting the scope of the disclosure. Detailed Description

[0066] Certain embodiments will now be described to provide a general understanding of the principles of the structure, function, manufacture, and use of the devices, systems, and methods disclosed herein. One or more examples of these embodiments are shown in the figures. Those skilled in the art will understand that the devices, systems, and methods specifically described and shown in the figures are non-limiting embodiments, and the scope of the present invention is defined only by the claims. Features shown or described in connection with one exemplary embodiment may be combined with the features of other embodiments. Such modifications and variations are intended to be included within the scope of the present invention.

[0067] Provided are various illustrative systems, devices, and methods for a face mask. Generally, the face mask is configured to provide light therapy to a user wearing the face mask. In an exemplary embodiment, the face mask includes a lamp assembly configured to apply light therapy to a user wearing the face mask. The lamp assembly includes a plurality of lamps, such as light-emitting diodes (LEDs), configured to emit light and thereby provide light therapy to the user's face. The face mask further includes a support assembly configured to assist in supporting the face mask on the user's face. The support assembly is further configured to protect the user's eyes from the light emitted by the lamps. The support assembly is configured to prevent light emitted from the lamps from entering the user's eyes, thereby protecting the user's eyes from light damage and / or from being stimulated by bright light during the provision of light therapy. The support assembly is configured to form a seal against the face of the user wearing the face mask to facilitate blocking light from entering the user's eyes. The support assembly is configured to dynamically conform to the user's face, thereby allowing the support assembly to provide the seal regardless of the particular size and shape of the face of the user wearing the face mask. Thus, therapy can be provided through the face mask while the face mask is comfortably positioned on the user's face and the user avoids direct exposure of light to their eyes.

[0068] In some embodiments, a facial covering device (also referred to herein as a "face mask" or a "hood") is configured to provide light therapy and cooling therapy to a user wearing the device. In other embodiments, the facial covering device is configured to provide light therapy and is not configured to provide cooling therapy.

[0069] Figures 1A to 1C An exemplary embodiment of a facial covering device 100 (also referred to as a face mask 100 or a hood 100) is shown, which is configured to provide light therapy to a user wearing the facial covering device 100. In the illustrated embodiment, the facial covering device 100 is further configured to provide cooling therapy. As described above, the methods, systems, and devices described herein also apply to facial covering devices configured to provide cooling therapy and not configured to provide light therapy.

[0070] The hood 100 includes a base 102 and a support 104 attached to the base 102. The base 102 is configured to be worn on the user's face. The support 104 is configured to be worn on the user's head to support the hood 100 and thus support the base 102 on the user's head.

[0071] The support member 104 can have various configurations. For example, the support member 104 can include a hat-like cap configured to be worn on a user's head. For another example, as in the illustrated embodiment, the support member 104 can include a strap assembly that includes a first strap 104a and a second strap 104b attached to the first strap 104a. The first strap 104a is the upper portion of the strap assembly and is configured to be worn on top of the user's head and extend front to back along the top of the user's head. The second strap 104b is the lower portion of the strap assembly and is configured to be worn around a partial circumference of the user's head and extend substantially horizontally along the partial circumference of the user's head. The extension of the second strap may not be precisely horizontal, but can still be considered substantially horizontal, depending on the particular user's head and how the user positions the second strap 104b. In an exemplary embodiment, the first strap 104a and the second strap 104b are made of a flexible material (e.g., textile, plastic, or a combination thereof), which can help the first strap 104a and the second strap 104b conform comfortably to the size and shape of a particular user's head.

[0072] In some embodiments, the strap assembly includes a padding (e.g., foam, air pocket, or other padding) configured to be positioned between the user's head and each of the straps 104a, 104b of the strap assembly to provide enhanced user comfort.

[0073] The strap assembly includes an adjustment mechanism 104c (e.g., a buckle (as in the illustrated embodiment, the adjustment mechanism 104c includes a pair of buckles), a snap, Velcro, or other adjustment mechanism) configured to allow a user to manually adjust the first strap 104a and the second strap to help fit and comfortably adapt the cover 100 to the user. In other embodiments, the strap assembly is self-adjusting, e.g., by making the straps of the strap assembly elastic members similar to an elastic headband.

[0074] As Figures 1A to 2As shown, the base 102 includes an outer housing 106, an inner housing 108, and an intermediate housing 110 that is located between the outer housing 106 and the inner housing 108. In an exemplary embodiment, the base 102 is made of a rigid material (e.g., plastic, metal, or a combination thereof), which can help prevent the cover 100 from bending, deflecting, twisting, or otherwise breaking, and / or can help the support assembly 112 of the cover be predictably and firmly positioned on the face of a user wearing the cover 100. The support assembly 112 is discussed further below. Based on the thickness and / or density of the rigid material, the cover 100 can have a relatively low weight so as not to feel uncomfortably heavy on the user's head and to avoid other discomforts to the user, such as neck pain and / or pressure on the user's forehead, nose, or cheeks.

[0075] The base 102 has a smooth outer surface and rounded edges. The smooth outer surface and rounded edges are configured to avoid risks associated with scratching, abrading, or otherwise injuring the user before, during, and after use of the cover 100.

[0076] The base 102 has a plurality of openings 114, 116, 118, 120 formed therein, each of the plurality of openings corresponding to a facial feature and being configured to at least partially align with the facial feature when the user wears the cover 100. In this way, each of the plurality of openings 114, 116, 118, 120 will at least partially align with a feature of the user's face when the user is wearing the cover 100. Each of the plurality of openings 114, 116, 118, 120 is formed through all of the outer housing 106, the inner housing 108, and the intermediate housing 110. The plurality of openings includes: a first eye opening 114 that is configured to at least partially align with the right eye of a user wearing the cover 100; a second eye opening 116 that is configured to at least partially align with the left eye of a user wearing the cover 100; a nose opening 118 that is configured to at least partially align with the nose of a user wearing the cover 100; and a mouth opening 120 that is configured to at least partially align with the mouth of a user wearing the cover 100. The first eye opening 114 and the second eye opening 116 are configured to allow the user to see when wearing the cover 100, and the cover 100 does not prevent the user from seeing anything other than the inner surface of the cover 100 (e.g., the inner surface of the inner housing 108). The nose opening 118 is configured to allow the user to easily use their nose (e.g., for breathing, etc.) when the user is wearing the cover 100. The mouth opening 120 is configured to allow the user to easily use their mouth (e.g., breathe, drink, eat, etc.) when the user is wearing the cover 100.

[0077] In the illustrated embodiment, all of the plurality of openings 114, 116, 118, 120 are unobstructed openings. In other embodiments, one or more of the plurality of openings 114, 116, 118, 120 may be at least partially obstructed (e.g., at least partially obstructed by a mesh, a transparent polymer sheet, or other obstructing element).

[0078] In the illustrated embodiment, the base 102 is configured to substantially cover the entire face of a user when the user is wearing the mask 100. The base 102 may not completely cover the face of a particular user, depending on the size and shape of the particular user's face, but the base 102 has a size configured to cover the faces of most potential users of the mask 100. In the illustrated embodiment, the base 102 includes: a forehead portion 102a configured to cover at least a portion of the user's forehead when the user is wearing the mask 100; a cheek portion 102b configured to cover at least a portion of the user's cheeks when the user is wearing the mask 100; and a chin portion 102c configured to cover at least a portion of the user's chin when the user is wearing the mask 100.

[0079] The base 102 includes the openings 114, 116, 118, 120 for all of the user's eyes, nose, and mouth. In some embodiments, the base 102 is configured to partially cover the user's face, such as covering only the upper half of the user's face, covering only the lower half of the user's face, covering the user's face except for the left and right cheeks, or other partial covering configurations. In such embodiments, the base 102 may not have at least one of the eye openings 114, 116, the nose opening 118, and the mouth opening 120 or at least one of the forehead portion 102a, the cheek portion 102b, and the chin portion 102c, depending on the intended placement of the mask 100 on the user's face.

[0080] The outer housing 106 defines the outer surface of the mask 100, which faces away from the user's face when the user is wearing the mask 100. The inner housing 108 defines the inner surface of the mask 100, which faces toward the user's face when the user is wearing the mask 100. The intermediate housing 110 is sandwiched between the outer housing 106 and the inner housing 108. Figure 2 A plurality of internal connection points 122 are shown at which the outer housing 106, the inner housing 108, and the intermediate housing 110 are configured to be firmly attached together (e.g., by using pins, adhesives, welding, etc.). The illustrated mask 100 includes eight internal connection points 122, but other numbers of internal connection points 122 may be used.

[0081] The lamp assembly is located on the middle housing 110. The lamp assembly is configured to apply light therapy (e.g., one or more of anti-aging therapy and anti-breakout treatment) to a user wearing the hood 100. The lamp assembly includes a plurality of lamps 124 spaced apart from each other in a pattern (e.g., a grid pattern, a random pattern, or other pattern) on the middle housing 110. For example, the plurality of lamps 124 may be positioned in a grid pattern with substantially uniform spacing between adjacent lamps 124. In another example, the plurality of lamps 124 may be positioned in a random pattern with non-uniform spacing between adjacent lamps 124. In yet another example, the plurality of lamps 124 may be positioned in a pattern where adjacent lamps 124 have a mixture of uniform and non-uniform spacing.

[0082] In the illustrated embodiment, the plurality of lamps 124 are positioned in a grid pattern on the inner surface of the middle housing 110, which is configured to face the user's face when the user is wearing the hood 100. For example, the substantially uniform spacing between adjacent lamps 124 may be a distance in the range of from about 1 mm to about 20 mm (including all values and sub-ranges within the range). The spacing between adjacent lamps 124 corresponds to the effect of the light therapy provided by the plurality of lamps 124. That is, decreasing the spacing between adjacent lamps 124 increases the effect, while increasing the spacing between adjacent lamps 124 decreases the effect. Thus, the spacing between the lamps 124 corresponds to the desired effect of the light therapy.

[0083] As discussed further below, each of the plurality of lamps 124 requires power to operate. Thus, increasing the number of lamps 124 increases the amount of electrical power required to operate the lamp assembly. Thus, in some cases, it may be desirable for the hood 100 to include fewer lamps 124 to reduce the power requirements of the hood 100.

[0084] During use, the plurality of lamps 124 are configured to emit heat in addition to light. However, the heat emitted by the plurality of lamps 124 is not so great as to cause harm or other damage to the user during use. Decreasing the spacing between adjacent lamps 124 causes local concentration of thermal energy (e.g., heat). Thus, no lamp 124 is adjacent to another (e.g., each lamp 124 is at least a minimum distance away from each of one or more adjacent lamps 124), so heat concentration is avoided. In an exemplary embodiment, the minimum distance is about 1 mm.

[0085] Each of the plurality of lights 124 is configured to emit light of a predetermined wavelength, which is configured to facilitate various light therapies (such as one or more of anti-aging therapy and anti-breakage therapy). The predetermined wavelength can be, for example, a wavelength in the range between about 300 nm and about 1000 nm. The light emitted by the plurality of lights 124 is configured to reach one or more layers of the skin of a user wearing the hood 100 (e.g., the epidermis, dermis, and / or subcutaneous tissue). The one or more layers of skin that the light reaches correspond to the wavelength. For example, light of a longer wavelength is configured to reach deeper layers of the skin than light of a shorter wavelength. In some embodiments, the wavelength of the light emitted by the lights 124 is configured to be adjustable, for example, by one or more of a user manually selecting the wavelength and a wireless computing device as follows: the wireless computing device is configured to communicate wirelessly with the controller of the facial covering device 100 to allow the user to manually select the wavelength.

[0086] The lights 124 are configured to be selectively turned on by the user to provide light therapy and selectively turned off by the user to not provide light therapy. In the illustrated embodiment, the lights 124 are light-emitting diodes (LEDs). For example, the number of lights 124 can be: in the range between ten and two hundred; in the range between fifty and one hundred and fifty; in the range between sixty and one hundred; in the range between seventy-five and eighty-five; fifty; seventy-five; eighty; eighty-five; or other numbers.

[0087] As Figure 2A As shown, the control unit 126 is configured to be operatively coupled to the hood 100. The control unit 126 is configured to allow the user to control various functions of the hood 100. The control in the illustrated embodiment includes: control of light therapy (e.g., turning on / off the lights 124, adjusting the light brightness, controlling the light color, and adjusting the wavelength of the light); control of cooling therapy (e.g., turning on / off the cooling therapy and adjusting the cooling intensity); and power control (e.g., controlling the current and / or voltage of the electrical signal provided by the power source). The control unit 126 is configured to be connected to the hood 100 using a cable 128. Figure 2A It is shown that one end of the cable 128 is connected to the control unit 126. The other opposite end of the cable 128 is configured to be connected to the hood 100. In an exemplary embodiment, the cable 128 is configured to be fixedly connected to the hood 100, which can help prevent loss of the control unit 126.

[0088] In the illustrated embodiment, the control unit 126 is a dedicated control unit for the enclosure 100 and thus cannot control other enclosures 100 or other devices. In other embodiments, the control unit 126 is a dedicated control unit for the enclosure 100 but is, for example, a wireless remote control wirelessly connected to the enclosure 100 via Bluetooth or other wireless communication protocols. In still other embodiments, the control unit 126 is not a dedicated control unit for the enclosure 100 and can control other enclosures and / or other devices. Examples of non-dedicated control units include: mobile phones, mobile tablets, and other computing devices configured to communicate wirelessly with the enclosure 100.

[0089] The control unit 126 includes (obscured in Figure 2A ), a power source (such as a battery or other power source) configured to supply power to the light 124 of the enclosure 100 and the cooling system of the enclosure 100. The control unit 126 including the power source can help reduce the weight and / or volume of the enclosure 100, which can provide a better user experience. In other embodiments, the enclosure 100 rather than the control unit 126 includes the power source, or in addition to the control unit 126, the enclosure 100 also includes the power source.

[0090] The enclosure 100 includes a controller (e.g., a processor, a microcontroller, or other electronic controller) configured to operably communicate with the control unit 126. In an exemplary embodiment, the enclosure 100 includes a Printed Circuit Board (PCB) 130 that includes the controller. Figure 2 An example location of the PCB 130 is shown on the outer surface of the middle housing 110 (e.g., the surface facing away from the user's face when the user is wearing the enclosure 100), but the PCB 130 and thus the controller can be fixed elsewhere on the enclosure 100. Figure 2 The PCB 130 is shown located in the upper portion of the enclosure 100 in the forehead region of the enclosure 100. Due to the relatively large surface area in the forehead region of the enclosure 100, the PCB 130 being located in the upper portion can allow the controller and associated PCB components (e.g., memory, bus, transceiver, or other wireless communication units, etc.) to be larger and thus more powerful. For another example, the PCB 130 can be located in the lower portion of the enclosure 100 in the chin region of the enclosure 100. In an exemplary embodiment, a cable 128 extends from the lower portion of the enclosure 100, so the PCB 130 being located in the lower portion can simplify the manufacture of the enclosure 100 for the operable coupling of the control unit 126 and the controller.

[0091] In some embodiments, the control unit 126 rather than the enclosure 100 includes the PCB and thus includes the controller.

[0092] The mask 100 includes a first infra - orbital support member 132a and a second infra - orbital support member 132b, which are configured to facilitate support by contacting and / or abutting against the user's cheeks and / or cheekbones in other ways, so as to provide support for the mask 100 against the user's face. That is, the user's cheeks and / or cheekbones can contribute to the resistance that prevents the mask 100 from moving relative to the user's face.

[0093] The first infra - orbital support member 132a is located below the first eye opening 114 and is thus configured to be positioned below the right eye of a user wearing the mask 100. The second infra - orbital support member 132b is positioned below the second eye opening 116 and is thus configured to be positioned below the left eye of a user wearing the mask 100. The first infra - orbital support member 132a and the second infra - orbital support member 132b are each configured to contact the area below the associated eye of a user wearing the mask 100. The illustrated mask 100 includes two infra - orbital support members 132a, 132b, but other quantities (such as one, three, etc.) are possible.

[0094] As described above, the mask 100 includes a cooling system that is configured to provide a cooling treatment (e.g., one or more of anti - aging treatment and anti - cracking treatment) to a user wearing the mask 100. As in the illustrated embodiment, the cooling function can correspond to the cooling effect passively and / or actively facilitated by the first infra - orbital support member 132a and the second infra - orbital support member 132b. For example, the coldness generated by the mask 100 (e.g., generated by the cooling system of the mask) can be configured to flow through the infra - orbital support members 132a, 132b to provide a cooling treatment for the user's face during the wearing of the mask 100. As described above, the mask 100 includes a cooling system that is configured to provide a cooling treatment (e.g., one or more of anti - aging treatment and anti - cracking treatment) to a user wearing the mask 100. The cooling system of the facial covering device is further discussed in, for example, U.S. Patent Application No. [18 / 411,644], filed on the same day as this application, entitled "Face Masks With Noise Attenuation", the entire content of which is incorporated herein by reference.

[0095] As described above and as Figure 2As shown, the face mask 100 includes a support assembly 112 configured to assist in supporting the face mask 100 on a user's face. The support assembly 112 is further configured to protect the user's eyes from light emitted by a plurality of lights 124 by preventing the light emitted by the plurality of lights 124 from passing through the first eye opening 114 and the second eye opening 116 so as to prevent light from entering either of the user's eyes when the user is wearing the face mask 100. The support assembly 112 is shown as a separate member in Figures 3A to 3D FIG.

[0096] Generally, the support assembly has a shape that follows the shape of the eyebrows, the shape of the inner side of the left eye, the shape of the inner side of the right eye, and the shape of the nose. The support assembly 112 includes a pair of eyebrow supports 310, 312 and / or one or more nose supports. In an exemplary embodiment, as in the illustrated embodiment, the support assembly 112 includes a pair of eyebrow supports 310, 312 and one or more nose supports, which can help provide more support for a full-face mask (e.g., the illustrated mask 100) compared to when the support assembly 112 includes a pair of eyebrow supports but no nose supports or when the support assembly 112 includes one or more nose supports but no eyebrow supports. In embodiments of the mask 100 where the base 102 is configured to partially cover the user's face, the mask 100 can omit a portion of the mask 100 where the support assembly 112 can provide support and thus does not include those aspects of the support assembly (e.g., the mask 100 omits the portion configured to cover the user's eyebrows and thus does not include any eyebrow supports).

[0097] The pair of eyebrow supports 310, 312 are configured to contact the user's eyebrows and / or orbital bones when the user is wearing the mask 100 such that the user's eyebrows and / or orbital bones contribute to the resistance to prevent movement of the face mask 100 relative to the user's face. In the illustrated embodiment, the support assembly 112 includes a first eyebrow support 310 located above the first eye opening 114 and configured to at least partially align with and contact the right eyebrow of a user wearing the mask 100; and a second eyebrow support 312 located above the second eye opening 116 and configured to at least partially align with and contact the left eyebrow of a user wearing the mask 100. Thus, the eyebrow supports 310, 312 are configured to surround the upper part of the user's eyes. As Figure 3A and Figure 3D shown, the first eyebrow support 310 and the second eyebrow support 312 are attached to each other in a central upper region of the support assembly 112 above one or more nose supports.

[0098] One or more nose supports are configured to contact a user's nose (e.g., the user's nasal bridge and / or the user's nasal wings) such that the user's nose contributes to a resistance that prevents the mask 100 from moving relative to the user's face. Support 104 also contributes to this resistance. As shown in this illustrated embodiment, the nose supports may include a nasal bridge support 314, a first nostril support 318, and a second nostril support 320. The nasal bridge support 314 is configured to align with and contact at least a portion of the nasal bridge of a user wearing the mask 100, the first nostril support 318 is configured to at least partially align with and contact above the right nasal wing (right base wing) of a user wearing the mask 100, and the second nostril support 320 is configured to at least partially align with and contact above the left nasal wing (left base wing) of a user wearing the mask 100. Thus, the brow supports 310, 312 are configured to surround the inner portion of the user's eyes. One or more nose supports are located above the nose opening 118 (which is configured to align with the nostrils of the nose) and are located transversely medial to their respective eye openings 114, 116. For example, the first nostril support 318 is located transversely medial to the first eye opening 114, and the second nostril support 320 is located transversely medial to the second eye opening 116.

[0099] The bridge support 314 is positioned centrally relative to the first eyebrow support 310, the second eyebrow support 312, the first nostril support 318, and the second nostril support 320. The first eyebrow support 310 is integrally formed with a first side of the bridge support 314 and extends laterally outward from the first side of the bridge support (e.g., extends laterally to the right from the right side of the bridge support 314), and the second eyebrow support 312 is integrally formed with a second side of the bridge support 314 and extends laterally outward from the second side of the bridge support 314 (e.g., extends laterally to the left from the left side of the bridge support 314). Accordingly, the first eye support opening 370 is defined by the inner surfaces of each of the first eyebrow support 310 and the bridge support 314 (e.g., on the right side of the bridge support 314), and the second eye support opening 372 is defined by the inner surfaces of each of the second eyebrow support 312 and the bridge support 314 (e.g., on the left side of the bridge support 314). The first eye support opening 370 and the second eye support opening 372 are respectively aligned with the first eye opening 114 and the second eye opening 116, and are thus configured to be at least partially aligned with the eyes of a user wearing the mask 100. Accordingly, the vision of the user through the first eye opening 114 and the second eye opening 116 is not blocked by the support assembly 112. The combination of the first eyebrow support 310 and the bridge support 314 defines the first eye support. The combination of the second eyebrow support 312 and the bridge support 314 defines the second eye support.

[0100] The support assembly 112 is configured to form a seal against the face of a user wearing the mask 100 such that, in the case where the plurality of lights 124 are activated to emit light, the support assembly 112 facilitates blocking light from entering the eyes of the user. The first eye support (e.g., the first eyebrow support 310 and the bridge support 314) is configured to prevent light from entering the first eye support opening 370, and the second eye support (e.g., the second eyebrow support 312 and the bridge support 314) is configured to prevent light from entering the second eye support opening 372.

[0101] At least a portion of the support assembly 112 is made of an opaque material (e.g., rubber, plastic, foam (e.g., polyethylene), or combinations thereof) configured to prohibit or otherwise prevent light from passing therethrough. In some embodiments, all of the first eyebrow support 310, the second eyebrow support 312, the bridge support 314, and the first nostril support 318 and the second nostril support 320 are made of (the same or different from each other) opaque materials. In some embodiments, not all of the first eyebrow support 310, the second eyebrow support 312, the bridge support 314, and the first nostril support 318 and the second nostril support 320 are made of (the same or different from each other) opaque materials. Any one of the first eyebrow support 310, the second eyebrow support 312, the bridge support 314, and the first nostril support 318 and the second nostril support 320 that is not entirely or partially made of an opaque material can still be configured to block light as described herein (e.g., by having one or more of its transparent (non-opaque) portions not along the light path).

[0102] In some embodiments, regardless of whether any one or more of the first eyebrow support 310, the second eyebrow support 312, the bridge support 314, and the first nostril support 318 and the second nostril support 320 are entirely or partially made of an opaque material, the support assembly 112 can include a protective coating thereon. The protective coating is at least one layer of material surrounding the first eyebrow support 310, the second eyebrow support 312, the bridge support 314, and the first nostril support 318 and the second nostril support 320. The protective coating is made of an opaque material (e.g., silicone or other plastic, textile, or other non-porous material configured to safely abut the user's skin) configured to prohibit or otherwise prevent light from passing therethrough. The non-porous protective coating allows the protective coating and thus the underlying first eyebrow support 310, the second eyebrow support 312, the bridge support 314, and the first nostril support 318 and the second nostril support 320 not to absorb sweat, oil, or any other liquid when the user wears the mask 100.

[0103] In an exemplary embodiment, the first eyebrow support 310 and the second eyebrow support 312, the nasal bridge support 314, and the first nostril support 318 and the second nostril support 320 are made of foam (e.g., polyethylene or other foam), gel, or other compressible material, and the protective coating is silicone. The protective coating being silicone can, for example, facilitate easy cleaning of the support assembly 112 by wiping the support assembly 112 after use, and / or can help the support assembly 112 grip the user's face to prevent slippage. The first eyebrow support 310 and the second eyebrow support 312, the nasal bridge support 314, and the first nostril support 318 and the second nostril support 320 made of compressible material provide padding and allow the support assembly 112 to dynamically conform to the user's face, thus allowing the support assembly 112 to provide a seal against the user's face regardless of the specific size and shape of the face of the user wearing the mask. Accordingly, treatment can be provided through the mask while positioning the mask comfortably on the user's face, and the user is prevented from exposing their eyes directly to light. Materials other than foam (e.g., gel packs) can provide a similar function.

[0104] In some embodiments, regardless of whether any one or more of the first eyebrow support 310 and the second eyebrow support 312, the nasal bridge support 314, and the first nostril support 318 and the second nostril support 320 are made of opaque material in whole or in part, and regardless of whether the support assembly 112 includes a protective coating, the support assembly 112 can surround at least a portion of each of the user's eyes such that when the user wears the face covering device 100, light emitted from the lamp 124 is blocked from reaching the user's eyes.

[0105] As in the illustrated embodiment, as Figure 3D shown, the second eyebrow support 312 can have a width 354 and have a length 352, the width 354 being equal to or greater than the maximum width of a typical adult eyebrow (for a mask intended for adult use), the length 352 corresponding to a length equal to or greater than the maximum width of a typical adult eye (for a mask intended for adult use). For example, the length 352 can be in the range between about 10 mm and about 20 mm. For another example, the length 352 can be about 15 mm. The first eyebrow support 310 has the same width 354 and length 352 as the second eyebrow support 312. Accordingly, light emitted by a subset of the plurality of lamps 124 located in the forehead portion 102a of the base 102 is configured to be blocked by the first eyebrow support 310 and the second eyebrow support 312 and thus prevent the light from reaching the eyes of the user wearing the mask 100. Also as Figure 3DAs shown, the bridge support 314 has a length 356 that corresponds to the length of a typical adult eye (for a mask intended for adult use). For example, the length 356 can be in the range between about 10 mm and about 20 mm. For another example, the length 356 can be about 17 mm.

[0106] The heights of the various parts of the support assembly 112 can be the same as or different from each other. In the illustrated embodiment as shown in Figure 3C , the second nostril support 320 has a first height 340 that is also the height of the first nostril support 318, and the bridge support 314 has a fourth height 346 and a fifth height 347. In an exemplary embodiment, the first height 340 is in the range between about 5 mm and about 15 mm (e.g., about 10 mm). As shown in Figure 3B , the second brow support 312 has a second height 342 at its outer portion and a third height 343 at its inner portion, which is radially inward of the outer portion in the direction toward the bridge support 314. The first brow support 310 has the same second and third heights. Each of the second height 342 and the third height 343 can be in the range between about 10 mm and about 40 mm. In some embodiments, the heights of the first brow support 310 and the second brow support 312 gradually narrow from large to small outwardly, which can help support the support assembly 112 on the user's face. For example, the second height 342 can be about 15 mm, and the third height 343 can be about 37 mm. The fourth height 346 of the bridge support 314 corresponds to the portion of the bridge support 314 adjacent to the first nostril support 318 and the second nostril support 320, and the fifth height 347 of the bridge support 314 corresponds to the portion of the bridge support 314 adjacent to the first brow support 310 and the second brow support 312. In an exemplary embodiment, each of the fourth height 346 and the fifth height 347 is in the range between about 30 mm and about 40 mm, for example, the fourth height 346 is about 35 mm and the fifth height 347 is about 37 mm.

[0107] The support assembly 112 includes inclined portions and curves configured to conform to the user's facial profile. The size and curve of the support assembly 112, either alone or in combination with the compressible material forming the first brow support 310 and the second brow support 312, the bridge support 314, and the first nostril support 318 and the second nostril support 320 of the support assembly 112, can help ensure a match to the profile of the face of any user wearing the mask 100, and thus can avoid any pinching and / or abrasion of the user.

[0108] As shown inFigure 3C As shown, the nose bridge support 314 extends at an angle in the z-y plane. The angle of the nose bridge support 314 corresponds to the angle of a typical adult nose (for a mask intended for adult use) (e.g., in the range between about 10 degrees and about 60 degrees). The first eyebrow support 310 and the second eyebrow support 312 each have at least one radius of curvature corresponding to a typical adult bone structure (for a mask intended for adult use). As Figure 3B shown, the first eyebrow support 310 and the second eyebrow support 312 each have a first radius of curvature in the x-z plane. As Figure 3D shown, the first eyebrow support 310 and the second eyebrow support 312 each have a second radius of curvature in the x-y plane. The first nostril support 318 and the second nostril support 320 each have a third radius of curvature in the x-y plane. The third radius of curvature corresponds to a typical adult bone structure (for a mask intended for adult use).

[0109] The support assembly 112 is configured to hold the plurality of lights 124 at a certain distance from the user's face when the user wears the mask 100, which can avoid the risk associated with any heat generated by the light assembly to which the user is exposed during use. The size and curvature of the support assembly 112 facilitate maintaining the distance such that there is a spatial gap between the lights 124 and the user's face. The support assembly 112 has a minimum height for any part thereof, and the minimum height corresponds to the distance between the light assembly and the user's face. The minimum height can correspond to a compressed configuration of the support assembly 112 in which the mask 100 is worn by the user and at least partially compressible material forming at least part of the support assembly 112 is at least partially compressed; or the minimum height can correspond to an uncompressed configuration of the support assembly 112 in which the mask 100 is not worn by the user. In an exemplary embodiment, the minimum height of the support assembly 112 is in the range between about 5 mm and about 50 mm, such as in the range between about 10 mm and about 40 mm or in the range between about 30 mm and about 40 mm. In such an embodiment, when the minimum height of the support assembly 112 is in the range between about 5 mm and about 50 mm, the distance between the plurality of lights 124 and the user's face is in the range between about 10 mm and about 40 mm.

[0110] In some embodiments, the distance is the same for each of the plurality of lights 124. In other embodiments, the distance of at least one of the plurality of lights 124 is different from the distance of at least one other of the plurality of lights 124.

[0111] As described above, with or without a protective coating on the first eyebrow support 310 and the second eyebrow support 312, the nose bridge support 314, and the first nostril support 318 and the second nostril support 320 that surround the support assembly 112, the compressible material can form the first eyebrow support 310 and the second eyebrow support 312, the nose bridge support 314, and the first nostril support 318 and the second nostril support 320 of the support assembly 112. The support assembly 112 can be configured to dynamically conform to the user's face by being compressible. In the case where the mask 100 is on the user's face and the support 400 is removably fixed to the user's head, any compression of the material will not be so great as to cause the base 102 to directly contact the user's face. The compressible material can cover one or more layers of the same material or different materials. For example, an internal material (e.g., the compressible material) can be covered by an external material configured to facilitate easy cleaning by the user. For example, water or a cleaning liquid can be configured to be applied by the user to the protective coating and then wiped off to quickly and easily clean the outer surface of the support assembly 112. Thus, the support assembly 112 can be kept in a sanitary state such that the mask 100 can be reused by the same user or by different users.

[0112] The support assembly 112 is fixedly attached to the base 102, which can help ensure that the support assembly 112 is aligned with the user's face as expected. The support assembly 112 is fixedly attached to the base 102 using one or more attachment mechanisms (such as adhesives (e.g., glue, tape, etc.), fasteners (e.g., screws, bolts, staples, etc.) or other attachment mechanisms). For example, a first adhesive can be used to couple the compressible material of the support assembly 112 to the protective coating; and a second adhesive can be used to couple the protective coating to the base 102. For example, an adhesive can be used to couple the compressible material of the support assembly 112 to the base 102.

[0113] In other embodiments, the support assembly 112 is removably attached to the base 102, which can help facilitate the cleaning and / or replacement of the support assembly 112 without having to replace the more expensive base 102. The support assembly 112 is removably attached to the base 102 using one or more attachment mechanisms (such as Velcro, hooks, snap buttons, etc.).

[0114] The first lower eye support member 132a and the second lower eye support member 132b are configured to block light in a manner similar to that discussed herein with respect to the support assembly 112. Light emitted by a plurality of lights 124 positioned in the chin portion 102c of the base 102 is configured to be blocked by the first lower eye support member 132a and the second lower eye support member 132b so that the light does not reach either eye of a user wearing the mask 100. The first lower eye support member 132a and the second lower eye support member 132b may (but are not required to) have a structure similar to that of the support assembly 112 and be made of a material similar to that of the support assembly. In some embodiments, the first lower eye support member 132a and the second lower eye support member 132b are integrally formed with the support assembly 112, which can help to surround the entire perimeter of the user's eyes. In some embodiments, the first lower eye support member 132a and the second lower eye support member 132b are not integrally formed with the support assembly 112, which can facilitate the manufacture of the mask 100 and / or facilitate the cleaning and / or replacement of the first lower eye support member 132a and the second lower eye support member 132b separate from the support assembly 112.

[0115] In an exemplary embodiment, each of the first lower eye support member 132a and the second lower eye support member 132b has a height in the range between about 10 mm and about 40 mm (e.g., about 35 mm). The height of each of the first lower eye support member 132a and the second lower eye support member 132b generally corresponds to the first height 340 of the first nostril support member 318 and the second nostril support member 320, which allows the contact surfaces of each of the first nostril support member 318 and the second nostril support member 320 to be placed flush (e.g., coplanar) with the first lower eye support member 132a and the second lower eye support member 132b, respectively, and / or can increase the comfort of the user when wearing the facial covering device 100.

[0116] Figure 4A Another embodiment of a mask 200 configured to provide light therapy to a user wearing the mask 200 is shown. The mask 200 in this shown embodiment is also configured to provide cooling therapy.

[0117] Figure 4A The mask 200 is configured and used generally similar to Figures 1A to 1C the mask 100 and the mask includes: a base 202 that includes an outer housing 206, an inner housing 208; and an intermediate housing 210 (shown in Figure 4B and Figure 4C ); a support 204 that includes a first strap 204a and a second strap 204b; a support assembly 212; a plurality of openings that include a first eye opening 214, a second eye opening 216, a nose opening 218, and a mouth opening 220; a plurality of internal connection points (shown in Figure 4A(obscured in Figure 4B and Figure 4C (obscured in Figure 4A ; a cooling system (obscured in Figure 4A ; and a first sub-orbital support member 232a and a second sub-orbital support member 232b. The control unit 226 (shown in Figure 4D is operably coupled to the face mask 200 using a cable 228 and is generally configured and used similarly to the control unit 126 of Figure 2A .

[0118] The support assembly 212 is generally configured and used similarly to the support assembly 112 of the mask 100 of Figures 1A to 1C , e.g., the support assembly includes a pair of brow supports and a nose support, and the nose support includes a nasal bridge support, a first nostril support, and a second nostril support. In the illustrated embodiment, the support assembly 212 is configured to be fixedly attached to the base 202. As Figure 4E shown, the support assembly 212 includes a plurality of internal connection points 213 at which the support assembly 212 and the base 202 (e.g., the outer housing 206 of the base) are configured to be securely attached together (e.g., by using pins, adhesives, welding, etc.). The illustrated support assembly 212 includes nineteen internal connection points 213, but other numbers of internal connection points 213 may be used.

[0119] Figure 4E and Figure 4F show a protective coating 215 of the support assembly 212. The protective coating 215 defines a hollow interior 217 in which a compressible material is configured to be disposed.

[0120] As Figure 4E shown, the outer side of the support assembly 212 (e.g., the side of the support assembly 212 that is configured to face away from the user's face outwardly when the face mask 200 is worn on the user's face) is open. In other embodiments, the outer side is closed such that the hollow interior 217 is an enclosed space.

[0121] In the present disclosure, components of similar names in various embodiments generally have similar features, and thus in a particular embodiment, it is not necessary to fully and exhaustively elaborate on each feature of each component of similar name. Additionally, where linear dimensions or circular dimensions are used in the description of the disclosed systems, devices, and methods, these dimensions are not intended to limit the types of shapes that can be used in conjunction with such systems, devices, and methods. Those skilled in the art will recognize that for any geometric shape, the equivalents of such linear dimensions and circular dimensions can be readily determined.

[0122] As used throughout the specification and claims of this document, approximating language may apply to modify any quantitative representation that can vary permissibly without resulting in a change in the basic function associated therewith. Thus, a value modified by one or more terms, such as "about," "approximately," and "substantially," is not limited to the precise value specified. In at least some instances, the approximating language may correspond to the precision of the instrument used to measure the value. Throughout this document, as well as throughout the specification and claims, range limitations may be combined and / or interchanged, such ranges being recognized and including all the subranges contained therein, unless the context or language indicates otherwise.

[0123] Those skilled in the art will further understand the features and advantages of the present invention based on the above embodiments. Therefore, except as indicated by the appended claims, this application is not limited by what has been particularly shown and described herein, and all publications and references cited herein are hereby expressly incorporated by reference in their entirety for all purposes.

[0124] The foregoing has described, by way of example only, the content of the present disclosure in the context of the overall disclosure provided herein. It should be understood that modifications may be made within the spirit and scope of the claims without departing from the overall scope of the present disclosure.

Claims

1. A facial covering device, comprising: a base configured to cover at least a portion of a user's face and having a first eye opening and a second eye opening formed therein; a plurality of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) coupled to the base and configured to emit light toward and onto the skin of the user's face when the base covers at least a portion of the user's face; and a support assembly coupled to the base and comprising: a first eye support including a first eyebrow support and a first portion of a nose support, the first eyebrow support and the first portion of the nose support jointly defining a first eye support opening; wherein the first eye support is configured to prevent the light emitted toward the user's face from passing through the first eye support opening, and a second eye support including a second eyebrow support and a second portion of the nose support, the second eyebrow support and the second portion of the nose support jointly defining a second eye support opening; wherein the second eye support is configured to prevent the light emitted toward the user's face from passing through the second eye support opening.

2. The facial covering device according to claim 1, wherein, The support assembly has a shape following: the shape of the eyebrows, the shape of the inner side of the left eye, the shape of the inner side of the right eye, and the shape of the nose.

3. The facial covering device according to claim 1, further comprising: a first infraorbital support located below the first eye opening; and a second infraorbital support located below the second eye opening; wherein the first infraorbital support further defines the first eye support opening and the second infraorbital support further defines the second eye support opening.

4. The facial covering device according to claim 3, wherein, The first infraorbital support is separate from and different from the first eye support; and The second infraorbital support is separate from and different from the second eye support.

5. The facial covering device according to claim 1, wherein, The support assembly is configured to form a seal against the user's face.

6. The facial covering device according to claim 1, wherein, The support assembly is configured to dynamically conform to the user's face.

7. The facial covering device according to claim 1, wherein, The support assembly includes a compressible material coated with a protective coating.

8. The facial covering device according to claim 7, wherein, The compressible material includes foam and the protective coating includes silicone.

9. The facial covering device according to claim 1, wherein, The support assembly is configured to facilitate the support of the base on at least a portion of the user's face.

10. The facial covering device according to claim 1, further comprising a support configured to be worn on the user's head when the base covers at least a portion of the user's face.

11. A facial covering device, comprising: a base configured to cover at least a portion of a user's face, wherein the base has a first eye opening and a second eye opening; A plurality of light emitting diodes (LEDs), the plurality of LEDs being coupled to the base and configured to emit light toward and onto the skin of the user's face when the base covers at least a portion of the user's face; and A support assembly, the support assembly being coupled to the base, the support assembly comprising: A nose support configured to contact at least a portion of the user's nose when the base covers at least a portion of the user's face, A first eyebrow support configured to contact at least one of the user's orbital bone and a first one of the user's eyebrows when the base covers at least a portion of the user's face, and A second eyebrow support configured to contact at least one of the user's orbital bone and a second one of the user's eyebrows when the base covers at least a portion of the user's face; Wherein the height of the nose support and one or more of the first and second eyebrow supports is configured to position the plurality of LEDs at a distance from the user's face when the base covers at least a portion of the user's face.

12. The facial covering device according to claim 11, wherein, The distance is in the range between about 10 mm and about 40 mm.

13. The facial covering device according to claim 11, wherein, The distance from each of the plurality of LEDs to the user's face is substantially equal for each LED.

14. The facial covering device according to claim 11, wherein, The distance from at least one of the plurality of LEDs to the user's face is different from the distance from at least one other of the plurality of LEDs to the user's face.

15. The facial covering device according to claim 11, wherein, The height is in the range between about 10 mm and about 40 mm.

16. The facial covering device according to claim 11, wherein, The support assembly comprises a foam coated with silicone.

17. A facial covering device, comprising: A rigid base having: a forehead portion configured to be worn at least partially on the user's forehead; A nose portion configured to be worn at least partially on the user's nose and cheeks; And a chin portion configured to be worn at least partially on the user's chin; A lamp assembly coupled to the rigid base and configured to emit light toward and onto the skin of the user's face; And A gasket coupled to the base, the gasket being configured to prevent the light emitted toward the user's face from entering the user's eyes and to form a seal against the user's face.

18. The facial covering device according to claim 17, wherein, The gasket comprises: A nose support comprising: a bridge support configured to contact the user's nose bridge; a first nostril support configured to contact the user's nose; and a second nostril support configured to contact the user's nose, A first eyebrow support member that extends from a first side of the nose support member, wherein the first eyebrow support member has one or more curves, and A second eyebrow support member that extends from a second side of the nose support member, wherein the second eyebrow support member has one or more curves.

19. The facial covering device according to claim 17, wherein, The pad includes foam.

20. The facial covering device according to claim 19, wherein, The foam is coated with silicone.

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