HAIR CLEANSING DEVICE FOR REDUCING AND REMOVING SEBUM

Abstract

TITLE: HAIR CLEANSING DEVICE FOR SEBUM REDUCTION AND REMOVAL The invention relates to a sebum reduction device comprising a dispensing component configured to dispense a formula, a transducer component configured to apply an energy treatment, a vacuum component configured to apply suction, and a scraper component comprising one or more sebum extraction channels, the scraper component being configured to come into contact with a user's scalp. The invention further relates to a method of sebum reduction using the device, including dispensing the formula onto the scalp, applying the energy treatment to the scalp, moving the scraper over the scalp so that the sebum is directed into one or more sebum extraction channels of the scraper, and suctioning the sebum into a sebum reservoir with the vacuum component. Figure for abstract: none

Description

Title of the invention: HAIR CLEANSING DEVICE FOR REDUCING AND REMOVING SEBUM SUMMARY

[0001] In one aspect, a sebum removal device is disclosed herein comprising a dispensing component configured to dispense a formula, a transducer component configured to apply an energy treatment, a vacuum component configured to apply suction and a scraper component comprising one or more sebum extraction channels, wherein the scraper component is configured to come into contact with the scalp of a user.

[0002] In some embodiments, the device further includes a processor configured to control the distributor component, the transducer component and the vacuum component, and to couple the device in communication to an intelligent device.

[0003] In some embodiments, the one or more sebum extraction channels comprise rectangular grooves. In some embodiments, the one or more sebum extraction channels are conical. In some embodiments, the one or more sebum extraction channels comprise a network of vertical channels. In some embodiments, the one or more sebum extraction channels comprise triangular grooves. In some embodiments, the one or more sebum extraction channels consist of one or more first sebum extraction channels arranged on a contact surface of the scraper component, and one or more second sebum extraction channels arranged on a second side of the scraper component, opposite the contact surface.In some embodiments, the one or more sebum extraction channels include one or more through holes on a contact edge of the scraper component.

[0004] In some embodiments, the energy treatment is an ultrasonic vibration. In some embodiments, the frequency of the ultrasonic vibration is between approximately 20 kHz and approximately 50 kHz. In some embodiments, the energy treatment includes a light treatment. In some embodiments, the light treatment is selected from red light having a wavelength of approximately 620 nm to approximately 750 nm, ultraviolet (UV) light having a wavelength of approximately 100 nm to approximately 400 nm, and infrared (IR) light having a wavelength of approximately 780 nm to approximately 1 mm. In some embodiments, the energy treatment includes a treatment thermal. In some embodiments, the thermal treatment heats the scalp to a temperature of approximately 28 degrees Celsius to approximately 30 degrees Celsius.

[0005] In another aspect, a method for reducing sebum using the device described herein is disclosed herein. In some embodiments, the method includes distributing the formula onto the scalp, applying the energy treatment to the scalp, moving the scraping component over the scalp so that the sebum is directed into one or more sebum extraction channels of the scraping component, and aspirating the sebum into a sebum reservoir with the vacuum component.

[0006] In some embodiments, the device does not come into contact with the scalp when the formula is dispensed.

[0007] In some embodiments, the method further includes diagnosing a scalp condition with a smart device. In some embodiments, the method further includes monitoring the condition over time and modulating the therapy based on the monitored condition. In some embodiments, the method further includes modulating the therapy based on the diagnosed condition. In some embodiments, modulating the therapy includes identifying one or more areas of the scalp for therapy, modulating an ingredient of the formula, adjusting the temperature of the energy treatment, adjusting the frequency of the energy treatment, adjusting the wavelength of the energy treatment, or a combination thereof.

[0008] The purpose of this summary is to present a selection of concepts in a simplified form, which are described in greater detail below in the detailed description. This summary is not intended to identify key features of the claimed subject matter, nor is it intended to be used as an aid in determining the scope of the claimed subject matter. Description of drawings

[0009] [Fig-1] Fig.1 is an example of a sebum removal device, in accordance with this technology;

[0010] [Fig.2] [Fig.2] is another example of a sebum removal device, in accordance with the present technology;

[0011] [Fig 3A-3B] Figures 3A and 3B are examples of top-down and front views, respectively, of an example of a scraper component, according to the present technology;

[0012] [Fig 4A-4B] Figures 4A and 4B are examples of top-down and front views, respectively, of another example of a scraper component, according to the present technology;

[0013] [Fig 5A-5B] Figures 5A and 5B are examples of top-down and front views, respectively, of another example of a scraper component, according to the present technology;

[0014] [Fig 6A-6B] Figures 6A and 6B are examples of top-down and front views, respectively, of another example of a scraper component, according to the present technology;

[0015] [Fig 7A-7B] Figures 7A and 7B are examples of top-down and front views, respectively, of another example of a scraper component, according to the present technology;

[0016] [Fig 8A-8B] Figures 8A and 8B are examples of top-down and front views, respectively, of another example of a scraper component, according to the present technology;

[0017] [Fig.9] [Fig.9] is an example of a sebum removal system, in accordance with the present technology; and

[0018] [Fig. 10] [Fig. 10] is an example of a sebum removal process, according to the present technology.

[0019] The preceding aspects and many related advantages of the present invention will be more readily appreciated as they are better understood with reference to the following detailed description, when taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Detailed description

[0020] Devices, systems, and methods for removing, scraping, evacuating, collecting, absorbing, cleaning, suctioning, etc., sebum from the scalp are disclosed herein. Although the term "sebum" is used throughout this document, it should also be understood that the devices, systems, and methods disclosed herein can remove a number of substances from the scalp, such as residual cosmetics, dirt, perspiration, dead skin, and bacteria. In some embodiments, the devices, systems, and methods disclosed herein enable a user to clean their scalp and remove sebum with little or no water.In some embodiments, the device includes a dispenser component configured to apply a formula designed to cleanse the scalp, maintain a hairstyle, such as curls or waves, regenerate a hairstyle, deliver fragrance, prevent acne, or combinations thereof. In some embodiments, the device includes a dispenser component configured to apply a formula designed to prevent or reduce irritation, redness, dryness, flaking, and similar conditions. In some embodiments, the device includes... Processing components configured to apply energy treatment. Examples of energy treatments include ultrasonic vibration, light treatment, and / or thermal treatment. Examples of energy treatment components include acoustic transducer components, ultrasonic transducer components, electromagnetic energy transducers, thermal energy transducers, electromechanical transducers, and similar devices, or combinations thereof.

[0021] In some embodiments, the energy treatment is configured to melt, thin, and / or liquefy sebum from the scalp. The energy treatment may also emulsify the formula. In some embodiments, the device also includes a vacuum component configured to apply suction to the scalp, hair, skin, or other biological surfaces. The vacuum component can remove the thinned or liquefied sebum from the scalp, for example, with a suction tube, into a sebum reservoir. The sebum reservoir may be external or internal to the device. In some embodiments, the sebum reservoir may be removed from the device for cleaning or replacement. In some embodiments, the device further includes a scraper component having one or more sebum extraction channels.Sebum extraction channels can collect sebum from the scalp as the scraper component is moved across the scalp. In some embodiments, one or more sebum extraction channels are configured to direct the sebum towards the vacuum component, to remove the sebum from the scalp. Various shapes of sebum extraction channels can be used, as described here.

[0022] In some embodiments, the devices, systems and methods disclosed herein include components configured to deliver a mechanical stimulus having a frequency and duration sufficient to accelerate the transformation of a non-Newtonian semi-solid or solid high viscosity composition such as sebum into a less viscous composition more suitable for removal by vacuum, aspiration, capillary action, or similar.

[0023] In some embodiments, the device can be coupled via communication to an intelligent device. In some embodiments, the intelligent device includes an application configured to control the device, diagnose a scalp condition, monitor the device's effectiveness over time, and / or recommend or modulate a therapy delivered by the device, including the formula, energy treatment, and / or suction. In some embodiments, some or all of these functions can be performed using an artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm, such as a large language model (LLM).

[0024] This document further describes methods of using the devices and systems disclosed herein. In some embodiments, the therapy can be delivered by the device simultaneously or sequentially.

[0025] Fig. 1 is an example of a sebum removal device 100 according to the present technology. In some embodiments, the device 100 includes a distributor component 105, a transducer component 115, a vacuum component 120 and a scraper component 135 having one or more sebum extraction channels 140A, 140B... 140N.

[0026] In some embodiments, the dispenser component 105 is configured to dispense one or more formulas onto a user's scalp. In some embodiments, the dispenser component 105 is located on or below the scraper component 135. In some embodiments, the dispenser component 105 is a nozzle, pump, or sprayer. In some embodiments, the dispenser component is configured to dispense the formula as droplets, a mist, or similar. In some embodiments, the dispenser component can apply a formula to the scalp without touching the scalp. In some embodiments, the dispenser component is fluidically coupled to a formula reservoir 110. The formula reservoir can hold one or more formulas.In some embodiments, the formula reservoir 110 can be fluidically coupled to a formula tube (as shown in [Fig. 2]). It should be understood that the components represented by dashed lines are internal to the device 100. Although the formula reservoir 110 is shown inside the device 100, it should be understood that the formula reservoir 110 can also be external to the device. In some embodiments, the formula reservoir 110 is configured to receive a formula container, such as a capsule or sachet. In some embodiments, the formula reservoir 110 can pierce or open the formula container. In some embodiments, the formula container can be configured to dissolve in the formula reservoir 110.In some embodiments, a plurality of formula reservoirs may be included within or outside the device 100. In some embodiments, each formula reservoir 110 of the plurality of formula reservoirs may contain a different formula or active ingredient. In such embodiments, the composition or quantity of formulas may be modulated.

[0027] In some embodiments, one or more formulas are configured to cleanse the scalp. In some embodiments, one or more formulas are configured to cleanse the scalp without using water. In some embodiments, one or more formulas are configured to Adding softness to the hair, a smooth texture to the hair, or a combination thereof. In some embodiments, one or more formulas are configured to maintain a hairstyle, such as curls or waves. In some embodiments, one or more formulas are configured to kill bacteria, reduce scalp redness, reduce or prevent dandruff, or a combination thereof. In some embodiments, one or more formulas are configured to balance or rebalance the scalp microbiome.In some embodiments, one or more of the formulations include disodium cocoylglutamate, coco-betaine, decyl glucoside, rhamnolipids, behentrimonium chloride, cetrimonium chloride, brassicamidopropyldimethylamine, ferulic acid, neurophroline, niacinamide, melatonin, proxylane, hyaluronic acid (HA), or a combination thereof. In some embodiments, one or more of the formulations are alcohol-free. In some embodiments, one or more of the formulations are surfactant-free.

[0028] In some embodiments, the device 100 includes a transducer component 115. In some embodiments, the transducer component 115 is configured to apply energy treatment to the scalp. Several types of energy therapy can be applied, alone or in combination. Although reference is made to a transducer component 115, it should be understood that the transducer component 115 can take many forms, including a heating device, a light-emitting diode (LED), a vibrator, or the like. Similarly, the energy treatment can take any number of forms.

[0029] By way of example, in some embodiments, the energy treatment is an ultrasonic vibration. The ultrasonic vibration (or ultrasonic energy) can liquefy the sebum on the scalp and / or emulsify one or more formulas applied to the scalp. In some embodiments, the ultrasonic vibration can regulate the sebaceous glands and eliminate accumulated sebum. In some embodiments, the ultrasonic vibration saponifies the sebum on the scalp, thus facilitating its removal. In some embodiments, the frequency of the ultrasonic vibration is between approximately 20 kHz and approximately 50 kHz.

[0030] In another example, the energy treatment includes light treatment. In such embodiments, the transducer component 115 may be one or more LEDs. In some embodiments, the light treatment penetrates deep into the skin and affects sebum production while also reducing scalp inflammation and irritation. In some embodiments, the light treatment may be used to treat acne by reducing sebum production and the size of the sebaceous glands. In some embodiments, the light treatment is chosen from red light having a wavelength of about 620 nm to about 750 nm, ultraviolet (UV) light having a wavelength of about 100 nm to about 400 nm and infrared (IR) light having a wavelength of about 780 nm to about 1 mm.

[0031] In yet another example, the energy treatment includes heat treatment. In some embodiments, the heat treatment includes heating, cooling, or a combination thereof. In some embodiments, the heat treatment is configured to heat the sebum on the scalp so that the sebum changes from a solid to a liquid state. In some embodiments, the heat treatment heats the scalp to a temperature of approximately 28 to 30 degrees Celsius.

[0032] Although three examples of energy treatment have been described, it should be understood that in some embodiments, a combination of some or even all of the described energy treatments can be used by a single device 100. For example, the device 100 can be configured to apply energy treatment in the form of both ultrasonic vibration and heat treatment.

[0033] In some embodiments, the device 100 further includes a vacuum component 120 configured to apply suction to the scalp. In some embodiments, the vacuum component removes sebum from the scalp and introduces it into a sebum reservoir 130 with a suction tube 125. In some embodiments, the sebum reservoir 130 is external to the device 100, but it should be understood that in other embodiments, the sebum reservoir 130 is internal to the device 100 (as shown in [Fig. 2]). In some embodiments, the vacuum component 120 removes sebum from one or more sebum extraction channels 140A, 140B... 140N. In some embodiments, the vacuum component 120 is able to remove sebum from the scalp because the energy treatment has fluidized and / or liquefied the sebum on the scalp.

[0034] In some embodiments, the device 100 has a scraper component 135 configured to remove sebum from the scalp with one or more sebum extraction channels 140A, 140B... 140N. In some embodiments, the one or more sebum extraction channels 140A, 140B... 140N are configured to move sebum from the scalp towards the suction tube 125 for removal. In some embodiments, the one or more sebum extraction channels 140A, 140B... 140N use capillary action to remove the sebum. The scraper component is shown and described in more detail in Figures 3A to 8B.

[0035] In some embodiments, the device 100 further includes a processor 145, a battery 150, an actuator 155 and a protector 160.

[0036] In some embodiments, the processor 145 is configured to control the distributor component, the transducer component, and / or the vacuum component, and to establish communication between the device and an intelligent device. In some embodiments, the processor can control the device 100 in response to user actuation of the actuator 155. In some embodiments, the processor 145 can establish communication between the device 100 and an intelligent device, as shown in [Fig. 9]. In some embodiments, a user can press a button, touch a screen, or otherwise control the processor 145 from an application on the intelligent device. In some embodiments, the actuator 145 is a button, a switch, a toggle switch, or similar. In some embodiments, the actuator 145 is a capacitive touch button.In some embodiments, the device further includes a battery 150. In some embodiments, the battery 150 may be a disposable or rechargeable battery. In some embodiments, the battery 150 may be an inductive element configured to facilitate wireless charging. In some embodiments, the battery 150 may be coupled to a wire (not shown) for wired charging of the device 100.

[0037] In some embodiments, the protector 160 can be used to protect one or more sebum extraction channels 140A, 140B... 140N from dust or other contaminants. In some embodiments, the protector 160 directs the collected sebum towards the suction tube 125. In some embodiments, the protector 160 is transparent, as shown in [Fig. 1]. In other embodiments, the protector 160 is opaque.

[0038] In operation, the device 100 is configured to apply a formula to the scalp with the dispensing component 105, apply an energy treatment to the scalp to thin or liquefy the sebum with the transducer component 115, remove the sebum from the scalp with one or more sebum extraction channels 140A, 140B... 140N, and suction the sebum away from the scalp with a vacuum component 120. In some embodiments, the device 100 can further be configured to provide vibration, oscillation, or other tactile treatment to the scalp. As disclosed herein, the term "therapy" can be used to describe the application of one or more formulas, the energy treatment, suction, and / or the tactile treatment.In some embodiments, the therapy can be provided at the same time or simultaneously; that is, one or more formulas can be administered at the same time as the energy treatment and aspiration. In some embodiments, the therapy can be... Provided sequentially, meaning that one or more formulas may be administered first, energy therapy second, and aspiration third. A practitioner must understand that therapy can be provided sequentially in a different order.

[0039] Figure 2 is another example of a sebum removal device 100 according to the present technology. In some embodiments, the device 100 includes a dispensing component 105, a formula reservoir 110, a transducer component 115, a vacuum component 120, a suction tube 125, a sebum reservoir 130, a scraper component 135 having one or more sebum extraction channels 140A, 140B... 140N, a processor 145, a battery 150, an actuator 155, and / or a protector 160 as described herein. In some embodiments, the device 100 further includes a formula tube 165 and a handle 170.

[0040] In some embodiments, the example device 100 has a handle 170 configured to make the device 100 portable. In some embodiments, the actuator 155 is located on the handle to allow the user to actuate the actuator 155 while holding the handle 170. In some embodiments, one or more components of the device 100 may be included in the handle 170 of the device. For example, as shown in [Fig. 2], the battery 150 is inside the handle 170. It should be understood that other components, such as the formula reservoir 110, the sebum reservoir 130, the processor 145, or the vacuum component 120, may be included inside the handle 170. It should also be understood that the components shown with dashed lines are inside the device 100 and / or the handle 170.

[0041] In some embodiments, the formula reservoir 110 can be fluidically coupled to the formula tube 165. In some embodiments, the formula tube 165 extends from the scraper component 135 to the formula reservoir 110 and inside the device 100. In some embodiments, the dispensing component 105 is located at one end of the formula tube 165, as shown in [Fig. 2]. In some embodiments, the dispensing component 105 is simply the opening of the formula tube 165. In other embodiments, the dispensing component 105 is a pump, a sprayer, a nozzle, or the like, as described herein.

[0042] The scraper component 135 of the device 100 may include one or more sebum extraction channels 140A, 140B, 140C... 140N configured to direct sebum towards the sebum reservoir 130. As shown in Figures 3A to 8B, in some embodiments, the scraper component 135 includes a contact surface CS and a contact edge CE. In some embodiments, a second side opposite the The contact surface CS comes into contact with the user's scalp, and sebum comes into contact with the contact surface CS. When the second side opposite the contact surface CS moves across the scalp, the sebum is collected in one or more sebum extraction channels 140A, 140B, 140C... 140N. In some embodiments, the scraper component 135 further includes a contact edge CE. In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 3A and 3B and 5A to 8B, sebum enters one or more sebum extraction channels 140A, 140B, 140C... 140N of the scraper component 135.

[0043] Figures 3A and 3B are examples of top-down and front views, respectively, of an example of a scraper component 135, according to the present technology. In some embodiments, one or more sebum extraction channels 140A, 140B, 140C... 140N are rectangular grooves. In some embodiments, the rectangular grooves are recessed into the contact surface CS of the scraper component 135. The sebum can be conveyed through the contact edge CE and into the rectangular grooves. Then, the sebum can be aspirated or otherwise removed, for example with the vacuum component (as shown in Figures 1 and 2).

[0044] Figures 4A and 4B are examples of top-down and front views, respectively, of another example of a scraper component 135, according to the present technology. In some embodiments, the one or more sebum extraction channels 140A, 140B, 140C... 140N are a network of vertical channels. In some embodiments, the vertical channels collect sebum like a foil razor. When the vertical channels are used, there must be no opening on the contact edge CE. [Fig. 4B] represents the contact edge of the scraper component 135 of [Fig. 4A]. The vertical channels passing through the contact surface CS are shown as dashed lines to indicate that they are inside the scraper component 135.

[0045] Figures 5A and 5B are examples of top-down and front views, respectively, of another example of a scraper component 135, according to the present technology. In some embodiments, one or more of the sebum extraction channels 140A, 140B, 140C... 140N are conical. In some embodiments, one or more of the sebum extraction channels 140A, 140B, 140C... 140N may be rectangular at the contact edge CE, then narrow to a substantially triangular shape on the contact surface CS. In some embodiments, by narrowing the one or more of the sebum extraction channels 140A, 140B, 140C... 140N, capillary rise may be increased. In this way, the one or more conical sebum extraction channels 140A, 140B, 140C... 140N can further encourage sebum to move through one or more sebum extraction channels 140A, 140B, 140C... 140N.

[0046] Figures 6A and 6B are examples of top-down and front views, respectively, of another example of a scraper component 135, according to the present technology. In some embodiments, one or more of the sebum extraction channels 140A, 140B, 140C... 140N include triangular grooves. In some embodiments, the capillary height can be increased when one or more of the sebum extraction channels 140A, 140B, 140C... 140N have triangular cross-sections, as shown in [Fig. 6B].

[0047] Figures 7A and 7B are examples of top and bottom and front views, respectively, of another example of a scraper component 135, according to the present technology. In some embodiments, the one or more sebum extraction channels are one or more first sebum extraction channels 140A-i, 140B-i, 140C-i... 140N-i arranged on the contact surface CS of the scraper component 135, and one or more second sebum extraction channels 140A-Ü, 140B-ii, ​​140C-Ü... 140N-Ü are arranged on a second side of the scraper component, opposite the contact surface. In such embodiments, the bilateral scraper component 135 doubles the spatial efficiency of the scraper component 135. Therefore, in certain embodiments, the scraper component 135 comprising one or more first sebum extraction channels 140A-i, 140B-i, 140C-i... 140N-i and one or more second sebum extraction channels 140A-Ü, 140B-Ü, 140C-Ü...140N-Ü can remove more sebum from the scalp.

[0048] Figures 8A and 8B are examples of top-down and front views, respectively, of another example of a scraper component 135, according to the present technology. In some embodiments, one or more sebum extraction channels 140A, 140B, 140C... 140N comprise one or more through holes on the contact edge CE of the scraper component 135. In such embodiments, the holes in the contact edge CE direct the sebum into the through holes of the scraper component 135. By enclosing one or more sebum extraction channels 140A, 140B, 140C... 140N, the capillary action can be increased.

[0049] It should be understood that the scraper components 135 shown in Figures 3A to 8B can all be used with a protector as shown in Figures 1 and 2. In some embodiments, the protector can further work with one or more sebum extraction channels 140A, 140B, 140C... 140N to direct the sebum to a sebum reservoir.

[0050] Figure 9 is an example of a sebum removal system according to the present technology. In one aspect, a sebum removal system is disclosed herein, comprising a device 100, as described in detail herein, and an intelligent device 900. In some embodiments, the device 100 and the intelligent device 900 are coupled for communication. In some embodiments, the device 100 and the intelligent device 900 can be coupled for communication via Wi-Fi, a wireless connection such as Bluetooth® Low Energy (BLE), Zigbee, or similar. In some embodiments, the device 100 and the intelligent device 900 can be coupled for communication via a wired connection.

[0051] In some embodiments, the intelligent device 900 may include an application configured to control the device 100, monitor the effectiveness of the device 100, and / or modulate the therapy of the device 100. In some embodiments, the application may use artificial intelligence (AI), including but not limited to a generative AI algorithm, an AI algorithm using supervised or unsupervised learning, a machine learning (ML) algorithm, a large language model (LLM), or the like. In some embodiments, the AI ​​may be used to diagnose a scalp condition, such as excess sebum, dirt, dandruff, irritation, or the like. In some embodiments, the AI ​​may be used to track changes in the condition over time.In some embodiments, AI can be used to recommend or modulate the therapy of the device 100, including identifying one or more areas of the scalp for therapy, modulating an ingredient of the formula, adjusting the temperature of the energy treatment, adjusting the frequency of the energy treatment, adjusting the wavelength of the energy treatment, or a combination thereof. In some embodiments, AI can also be used to determine the severity of the condition. Those skilled in the art should recognize that these functions can also be performed without the use of AI.

[0052] Figure 10 is an example of a sebum removal process 1000 according to the present technology. In some embodiments, the process 1000 is carried out with the device (such as device 100) as described in detail herein. In some embodiments, the device includes a dispensing component (such as dispensing component 105), a transducer component (such as transducer component 115), a vacuum component (such as vacuum component 120), and a scraper component (such as scraper component 135) having one or more sebum extraction channels (such as one or more sebum extraction channels 140A, 140B... 140N). In some embodiments, the device includes a formula reservoir (such as formula reservoir 110), a suction tube (such as suction tube 125), a sebum reservoir (such as sebum reservoir 130), a processor (such as processor 145), a battery (such as battery 150), an actuator (such as actuator 155) and / or a protector (such as protector 160). In some embodiments, the device can be coupled in communication with an intelligent device (such as intelligent device 900).

[0053] In block 1005, optionally, a scalp condition can be diagnosed with the smart device. In such embodiments, the smart device may include an application configured to take images (such as pictures or videos) of the scalp and use algorithms, such as segmentation algorithms, to determine the scalp condition. In some embodiments, the diagnosis may include excess sebum, dryness, redness, acne, dandruff, or the like.

[0054] In block 1010, optionally, the application can also track the condition over time. For example, the scalp can be imaged before therapy and each time the therapy is applied. In such embodiments, the intelligent device can determine the effectiveness of the therapy.

[0055] In block 1015, optionally, the intelligent device can modulate the therapy according to the diagnosed condition and / or the monitored diagnosed condition. In some embodiments, the modulation of the therapy includes the identification of one or more areas of the scalp for therapy, the modulation of an ingredient of the formula, the adjustment of an energy treatment temperature, the adjustment of an energy treatment frequency, the adjustment of an energy treatment wavelength, or a combination thereof.

[0056] In block 1020, the formula is distributed onto the scalp. In some embodiments, the formula is applied to the scalp without the device touching the scalp. In some embodiments, the formula is configured to cleanse the scalp without water.

[0057] In block 1025, an energy treatment is applied to the scalp. In some embodiments, the energy treatment includes heat treatment, ultrasonic vibration, and / or light treatment. In some embodiments, the energy treatment is configured to thin sebum on the scalp.

[0058] At block 1030, the scraper component is moved onto the scalp. In some embodiments, sebum is collected by one or more sebum extraction channels on the scraper component. In some embodiments, the protector prevents sebum from escaping one or more sebum extraction channels.

[0059] In block 1035, suction is applied to the scalp and / or the scraper component to remove and collect sebum from the scalp. In some embodiments, the sebum is drawn into the suction tube and ultimately into a sebum reservoir, which can be removed and cleaned between uses. In some In embodiments, blocks 1025, 1030 and 1035 occur at the same time or simultaneously.

[0060] It should be understood that process 1000 is to be interpreted as purely representative. In certain embodiments, the processing blocks of process 1000 may be carried out simultaneously, sequentially, in a different order, or even omitted, without departing from the scope of this disclosure.

[0061] This application may refer to quantities and numbers. Unless otherwise specified, these quantities and numbers are not to be considered restrictive, but rather representative of the possible quantities or numbers associated with this application. Similarly, in this regard, this application may use the term "plurality" to refer to a quantity or number. In this regard, the term "plurality" is understood to mean any number greater than one, for example, two, three, four, five, etc. The terms "about," "approximately," "near," etc., mean plus or minus 5% of the stated value. For the purposes of this disclosure, the expression "at least one of A, B, and C," for example, means (A), (B), (C), (A and B), (A and C), (B and C), or (A, B, and C), including all other possible permutations when more than three items are listed.

[0062] The embodiments disclosed herein may use circuitry to implement the technologies and methodologies described herein, functionally connect two or more components, generate information, determine operating conditions, control an apparatus, device, or process, and / or the like. Any type of circuitry may be used. In one embodiment, the circuitry includes, among other things, one or more computing devices such as a processor (e.g., a microprocessor), a central processing unit (CPU), a digital signal processor (DSP), an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC), a field-programmable gate array (FPGA), or the like, or any combination thereof, and may include elements or electronics of separate digital or analog circuits, or combinations thereof.

[0063] An embodiment includes one or more data stores that, for example, store instructions or data. Non-limiting examples of one or more data stores include volatile memory (e.g., random access memory (RAM), dynamic random access memory (DRAM), or the like), non-volatile memory (e.g., read-only memory (ROM), electrically erasable and programmable read-only memory (EEPROM), compact disc with read-only memory (CD-ROM), or the like), persistent memory, or the like. Other non-limiting examples of one or more data stores include erasable and programmable read-only memory (EPROM), flash memory, or the like. The one or more Data stores can be connected, for example, to one or more computing devices by one or more instructions, data, or power buses.

[0064] In one embodiment, the circuitry includes a computer-readable media player or a memory slot configured to accept a signal-carrying medium (for example, computer-readable memory storage, computer-readable recording storage, or the like). In one embodiment, a program intended to cause a system to perform any of the disclosed processes may be stored, for example, on computer-readable recording storage (CRMM), a signal-carrying medium, or the like.Non-limiting examples of signal-carrying media include recordable media such as any form of flash memory, magnetic tape, floppy disk, hard disk drive, compact disc (CD), digital video disc (DVD), Blu-Ray disc, digital tape, computer memory, or the like, and transmission media such as digital and / or analog communication media (e.g., fiber optic cable, waveguide, wired communication link, wireless communication link (e.g., transmitter, receiver, transceiver, transmission logic, receiving logic, etc.).Other non-limiting examples of signal carrier media include, but are not limited to, DVD-ROM, DVD-RAM, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD-R, DVD+R, CD-ROM, Super Audio CD, CD-R, CD+R, CD+RW, CD-RW, compact video discs, super video discs, flash memory, magnetic tape, magneto-optical disc, MINIDISC, non-volatile memory card, EEPROM, optical disc, optical storage, RAM, ROM, system memory, web server, or similar.

[0065] The detailed description presented above in relation to the accompanying drawings, where similar numbers refer to similar elements, is intended to be a description of various embodiments of this disclosure and is not intended to represent the only embodiments. Each embodiment described in this disclosure is offered solely by way of example or illustration and should not be construed as being preferred or advantageous over other embodiments. The illustrative examples provided herein are not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the disclosure to the specific forms disclosed. Similarly, all the steps described herein may be interchangeable with other steps, or combinations of steps, to achieve the same or substantially similar result.In general, the embodiments disclosed here are not limiting, and the inventors contemplate that other embodiments within the scope of this disclosure may include structures and features from more than one specific embodiment shown in the figures and described in the patent memorandum.

[0066] In the preceding description, specific details are presented to allow for a thorough understanding of examples of embodiments of this disclosure. However, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the embodiments described herein can be implemented without incorporating all the specific details. In some cases, well-known process steps have not been described in detail so as not to unnecessarily obscure various aspects of this disclosure. Furthermore, it should be noted that the embodiments of this disclosure may employ any combination of features described herein.

[0067] This application may include references to directions, such as "vertical", "horizontal", "front", "back", "left", "right", "up" and "down", etc. These references, and other similar references in this application, are intended to help describe and understand the particular embodiment (such as when the embodiment is positioned for use) and are not intended to limit this disclosure to those directions or locations.

[0068] This application may also refer to quantities and numbers. Unless otherwise specified, these quantities and numbers are not to be considered restrictive, but rather as examples of the possible quantities or numbers associated with this application. Similarly, in this respect, this application may use the term "plurality" to refer to a quantity or number. In this respect, the term "plurality" is understood to mean any number greater than one, for example, two, three, four, five, etc. The terms "about," "approximately," etc., mean to within 5% of the stated value. The term "based on" means "based at least partially on."

[0069] The principles, representative embodiments, and modes of operation of this disclosure have been described in the preceding description. However, aspects of this disclosure that are intended to be protected should not be interpreted as being limited to the particular embodiments disclosed. Furthermore, the embodiments described herein should be considered illustrative rather than restrictive. It should be understood that variations and changes may be made by others, and equivalents employed, without departing from the spirit of this disclosure. Accordingly, it is expressly intended that all such variations, changes, and equivalents fall within the spirit and scope of this disclosure as claimed.

[0070] Although illustrative embodiments have been shown and described, it will be appreciated that various changes can be made to them without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention.

Claims

Demands

1. Sebum reduction device (100) comprising: a dispensing component (105) configured to dispense a formula; a transducer component (115) configured to apply an energy treatment; a vacuum component (120) configured to apply suction; and a scraper component (135) comprising one or more sebum extraction channels (140A, 140B), wherein the scraper component is configured to come into contact with a user's scalp.

2. Device according to claim 1, wherein the one or more sebum extraction channels (140A, 140B) comprise a network of vertical channels.

3. Device according to claim 1, wherein the one or more sebum extraction channels (140A, 140B) comprise triangular or rectangular grooves; wherein the one or more sebum extraction channels are one or more first sebum extraction channels disposed on a contact surface of the scraper component, and one or more second sebum extraction channels are disposed on a second side of the scraper component, opposite the contact surface.

4. Device according to claim 1, wherein the one or more sebum extraction channels (140A, 140B) comprise one or more through holes on a contact edge of the scraper component.

5. Device (100) according to claim 1, wherein the energy treatment is an ultrasonic vibration; wherein a frequency of the ultrasonic vibration is between about 20 kHz and about 50 kHz.

6. Device (100) according to claim 1, wherein the energy treatment comprises a light treatment; wherein the light treatment is selected from red light having a wavelength of approximately 620 nm to approximately 750 nm, ultraviolet (UV) light having a wavelength of approximately 100 nm to about 400 nm, and infrared (IR) light with a wavelength of about 780 nm at about 1 mm.

7. Device (100) according to claim 1, wherein the energy treatment comprises a heat treatment; wherein the heat treatment heats the scalp to a temperature of about 28 degrees Celsius to about 30 degrees Celsius.

8. Method of reducing sebum with the device (100) according to claim 1, the method comprising: distributing the formula on the scalp; applying the energy treatment to the scalp; moving the scraper component (135) over the scalp so that the sebum is directed into one or more sebum extraction channels of the scraper component; and aspirating the sebum into a sebum reservoir with the vacuum component.

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