Applicator with cartridges configured to deliver microcurrent for skin treatment

Abstract

Applicator with cartridges configured to deliver microcurrent for skin treatment A skin care system comprising a dispensing device configured to deliver light therapy and microcurrent treatment, and an applicator configured to apply a formula, comprising a reservoir configured to contain the formula, a first roller ball configured to apply the formula, a connector configured to attach the cartridge to the dispensing device, and a microcontroller configured to direct the dispensing device to apply the microcurrent treatment is disclosed. Figure for abstract: 1

Description

Title of the invention: Applicator with cartridges configured to deliver a microcurrent for skin treatment ABSTRACT

[0001] This summary is provided to present a selection of concepts in simplified form which are further described below in the Detailed Description. This summary is not intended to identify key features of the claimed subject matter or to be used as an aid in determining the scope of the claimed subject matter.

[0002] In one aspect, a skin care system comprising a dispensing device configured to deliver light therapy and microcurrent treatment, and an applicator configured to apply a formula, comprising a reservoir configured to contain the formula, a first roller ball configured to apply the formula, a connector configured to attach the cartridge to the dispensing device, and a microcontroller configured to direct the dispensing device to apply the microcurrent treatment is disclosed.

[0003] According to particular embodiments, this system comprises one or more of the following characteristics, taken in isolation or in all technically possible combinations: - the delivery device administers light therapy through one or more light sources; and - the one or more light sources are a ring of LEDs around a top of the dispensing device.

[0004] In another aspect, a method of delivering multiple skin treatments, using the skin care system, the method comprising selecting an applicator filled with a formula, placing the applicator in the delivery device, identifying a microcurrent treatment to be applied based on the applicator, applying the formula, delivering the light therapy, and delivering the microcurrent treatment is disclosed. DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0005] The foregoing aspects and numerous related advantages of this invention will be more readily appreciated as they become better understood by reference to the following detailed description, when taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0006] [Fig. 1] [Fig. 1] is an example of an applicator in accordance with the present technology;

[0007] [Fig.2] [Fig.2] is an example of a cross-section of an applicator in compliance with this technology;

[0008] [Fig.3] [Fig.3] is an example of a dispensing device in accordance with the present technology; and

[0009] [Fig.4] [Fig.4] is an example of a method of using a skin care system skin in accordance with this technology. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0010] While illustrative embodiments have been illustrated and described, it will be appreciated that various changes may be made therein without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention.

[0011] Described herein is an applicator containing a formula and configured to attach to a delivery device capable of administering both light therapy and microcurrent treatment. In some embodiments, the applicator includes a microcontroller to direct the delivery device to administer a specific type of microcurrent treatment, such as pulsed or continuous microcurrent treatment. In some embodiments, the applicator includes one or more metal roller balls and one or more wires. In some embodiments, the applicator includes a comparator to connect to the one or more wires, flow the microcurrent up one wire, to the one or more roller balls, and down a second wire.

[0012] [Fig. 1] is an example of an applicator in accordance with the present technology. The applicator 100 may comprise a rolling ball 110, and an attachment 120.

[0013] The roller ball 110 may be configured to dispense and apply a formula located in a reservoir within the applicator 100 (as shown in [Fig. 2]). In some embodiments, the roller ball 110 is made of plastic but in other embodiments, the roller ball 110 may be made of glass or metal.

[0014] In some embodiments, the applicator 100 also includes a fastener 120 configured to secure the applicator 100 to a dispensing device such as the dispensing device 200 in [Fig. 3]. While the fastener 120 is illustrated as a disc shaped to couple to a dispensing device, the fastener 120 may take any shape that secures the applicator 110 to a dispensing device including a threaded fastener, a magnet, or a fastener configured to fit into the dispensing device. In some embodiments, the fastener 120 is transparent so that the dispensing device is visible through the fastener.

[0015] In operation, the applicator 100 may be placed inside a dispensing device (as shown in [Fig. 3]) and secured to the dispensing device with the attachment 120. The roller ball 110 can be rolled over a surface, such as a user's skin, to apply a formula.

[0016] [Fig. 2] is an exemplary cross-section of an applicator 100, in accordance with the present technology. The applicator 100 may include a first roller ball 110a, a second roller ball 110b, an attachment 120, a reservoir 130 configured to hold a formula 140, a plunger 150, a microcontroller 160, and a processor 170. In some embodiments, the applicator 110 further includes one or more wires 190a, 190b.

[0017] In some embodiments, the applicator may include two or more roller balls 110a, 110b. In some embodiments, the two or more roller balls 110a, 110b are configured to apply a microcurrent treatment. In some embodiments, the two or more roller balls 110a, 110b are further configured to measure hydration of a surface. In some embodiments, the surface is skin. In some embodiments, the surface is a human face.

[0018] In some embodiments, the reservoir 130 is located within the applicator 100 and is configured to contain a formula. In some embodiments, the formula is a skin care formula. In some embodiments, the skin care formula is a moisturizer, a toner, an acne treatment, a wrinkle treatment, a fine line treatment, or a cosmetic. As the roller ball 110a, 110b rolls, the formula 140 from the reservoir 130 is applied to a surface.

[0019] In some embodiments, the applicator 100 further includes a plunger 150 configured to push the formula 140 toward the rolling balls 110a, 110b as the formula is applied. In some embodiments, the plunger 150 is directed by circuitry on a dispensing device or on the applicator itself to push the formula 140.

[0020] In some embodiments, the applicator 100 includes a microcontroller 160 configured to identify the formula type 140 within the applicator 100 relative to a dispensing device. In some embodiments, the microcontroller 160 further identifies the type of treatment that the applicator is to apply, i.e., the type of microcurrent treatment that is to be applied with the formula type 140. In some embodiments, the microcurrent treatment is continuous. In some embodiments, the microcurrent treatment is pulsed. In some embodiments, the microcurrent treatment is applied for a specific duration, such as one minute or five minutes. In some embodiments, the applicator stops delivering the microcurrent treatment when the specific duration has elapsed. In some embodiments, the microcurrent treatment may be one of any number of frequency intensities. The microcontroller 160 may also be used to identify any number of things about the formula 140 or the applicator 100, including the amount of formula 140 within the applicator 100, the expiration date of the formula 140 within the applicator 100, or when to replace the applicator.

[0021] In some embodiments, the applicator 100 further includes one or more wires 190a, 190b. In some embodiments, the one or more wires 190a, 190b run the entire length of the applicator 110. In some embodiments, the one or more wires 190a, 190b couple to the one or more roller balls 110a, 110b to apply a microcurrent treatment. In some embodiments, the attachment 120 is made of a conductive material. In some embodiments, the one or more wires 190a, 190b are connected to the attachment to apply the microcurrent treatment. In some embodiments, the one or more wires 190a, 190b receive current from a comparator within the applicator or within a dispensing device (as shown in [Fig. 3]).

[0022] In operation, a current is applied to the first wire 190a by, for example, a comparator within a dispensing device, and to the first and second rolling balls 110a, 110b and then down the second wire 190b. This current generates a microcurrent treatment. In some embodiments, the microcurrent may further measure the hydration of a user's skin.

[0023] [Fig. 3] is an example of a dispensing device, in accordance with the present technology. In some embodiments, the applicator 100 may be attached to a dispensing device 200. In some embodiments, the dispensing device includes an end 210, one or more light sources 220a, 220b, an actuator 230, a contactless reader 240, and a comparator 250. In some embodiments, the applicator 100 connects to the dispensing device 200.

[0024] In some embodiments, the dispensing device 200 includes an end 210. The end 210 may be configured to be viewed through the attachment 120 on the applicator 100. In some embodiments, the end 210 includes one or more light sources 220a, 220b configured to deliver light therapy to a surface while the formula 140 is applied.

[0025] In some embodiments, the one or more light sources 220a, 220b are LEDs. In some embodiments, there are only two light sources 220a, 220b on the dispensing device. In some embodiments, a first light source 220a is configured to deliver light therapy in a first wavelength. In some embodiments, a second light source 220b is configured to deliver light therapy in a second wavelength. In some embodiments, the light therapy in the first wavelength and the light therapy in the second wavelength are delivered simultaneously. In some embodiments, the light therapy and the application of the formula occur simultaneously. In some embodiments, there are one or more light sources 220a, 220b in a ring, located around the end 210 of the delivery device 200.

[0026] In some embodiments, the delivery device 200 comprises a or more actuators 230. Although actuator 230 is illustrated as a button, in some embodiments, actuator 230 may be a switch, a capacitive touch-type button, a dial, or the like. The actuator may be configured to begin delivery of light therapy, apply formula, control microcurrent treatment, or all three. In some embodiments, dispensing device 200 also includes a contactless chip reader 240 for reading microcontroller 160 on applicator 100.

[0027] In some embodiments, the dispensing device 200 further includes a comparator 250 configured to push a current through one or more wires to one or more rolling balls of the applicator (as seen in [Fig. 2]). In some embodiments, the comparator is configured to flow a current up one wire and down another. In some embodiments, the comparator 250 is configured to draw the microcurrent in bursts. In some embodiments, the comparator 250 is configured to pass the microcurrent continuously.

[0028] In operation, a user may place an applicator 100 into the dispensing device 200. When the actuator 230 is actuated, the formula is applied, the light therapy is delivered, or both, simultaneously. A user may then apply the formula with the applicator 100. Further, the microcurrent treatment may be delivered concurrently with the light therapy and the application of the formula.

[0029] [Fig. 4] is an exemplary method 300 of using a skin care system, in accordance with the present technology.

[0030] At block 410, an applicator is selected, having a specific formula and configured to direct the applicator and / or the delivery device to administer a specific microcurrent treatment. In some embodiments, the microcurrent treatment is continuous. In some embodiments, the microcurrent treatment is pulsed. In some embodiments, the microcurrent treatment is applied for a specific duration, such as one minute or five minutes. In some embodiments, the applicator stops delivering the microcurrent treatment when the specific time has elapsed. In some embodiments, the applicator further directs the applicator and / or the delivery device to deliver the microcurrent treatment at a specific intensity.

[0031] At block 420, the applicator is attached to the delivery device. In some embodiments, the applicator is attached to the delivery device with an attachment. In some embodiments, the applicator is transparent to allow one or more light sources on the delivery device to emit light through the attachment. In some embodiments, the applicator slides, snaps, or connects into the delivery device. In some embodiments, the applicator attaches to the delivery device with a threaded fitting or a magnet.

[0032] At block 430, the dispensing device reads the microprocessor (or contactless chip) on the applicator with a contactless reader. In some embodiments, the microprocessor of the applicator identifies the type of formula, the type of microcurrent treatment to be delivered, the life of the applicator, the amount of formula within the applicator, or a combination thereof.

[0033] In block 440, the formula is applied when the rolling ball is rolled along a surface. In some embodiments, the surface is a user's face. In some embodiments, the surface may be any portion of a user's skin.

[0034] At block 450, light therapy is applied with the dispensing device. In some embodiments, the dispensing device includes an actuator configured to begin both the application of the formula and the delivery of the light therapy. In some embodiments, the dispensing device includes two or more light sources configured to deliver the light therapy. In some embodiments, the dispensing device is configured to deliver two or more types of light therapy, either one at a time or simultaneously. In these embodiments, one light source is configured to deliver a first light therapy, and another light source is configured to deliver a second light therapy.In some embodiments, the first light therapy may include emitting a first light at a first wavelength, and the second light therapy may include emitting a second light at a second wavelength.

[0035] At block 460, the microcurrent treatment is applied with the applicator. In some embodiments, blocks 440, 450, and 460 occur simultaneously.

[0036] At block 470, the method ends.

Claims

Claims

1. A skin care system comprising: a dispensing device (200) configured to deliver light therapy and microcurrent treatment; and an applicator (100) configured to apply a formula (140), comprising: a reservoir (130) configured to contain the formula (140), a first roller ball (110) configured to apply the formula (140), a connector configured to attach a cartridge to the dispensing device (200), and a microcontroller (160) configured to direct the dispensing device (200) to apply the microcurrent treatment; the applicator (100) further comprising circuitry to measure surface hydration.

2. The skin care system of claim 1, configured to deliver the light therapy and microcurrent treatment simultaneously with the application of the formula (140).

3. The skin care system of claim 1, wherein the delivery device (200) is configured to simultaneously apply two or more light therapy wavelengths.

4. The skin care system of claim 1, wherein the delivery device (200) delivers light therapy via one or more light sources (220a, 220b).

5. The skin care system of claim 4, wherein the one or more light sources (220a, 220b) are a ring of LEDs around a top of the dispensing device (200).

6. The skin care system of claim 4, wherein the applicator (100) further comprises a transparent attachment such that light from the one or more light sources (220a, 220b) on the delivery device (200) can pass through the attachment to deliver light therapy.

7. The skin care system of claim 1, wherein the applicator (100) further comprises: a comparator (250); and

8. at least one second roller ball (110b), wherein the first roller ball (110a) and the second roller ball (110b) provide microcurrent treatment. The skin care system of claim 7, wherein the applicator (100) further comprises one or more wires for applying current to the first roller ball (110a) and the second roller ball (110b) from the comparator (250) within the dispensing device (200).

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