Self-receiving shaver

Abstract

Proprioceptive shaver for shaving / grooming genital areas. A proprioceptive shaver for shaving one or more parts of the body may comprise: a body having a first end and an opposite second end; a user engagement member configured to provide a plurality of contact points with a user's hand during use; and a shaving assembly including a razor head having at least one or more cutting surfaces. The plurality of contact points may include areas at or near the metacarpophalangeal joints, proximal interphalangeal joints, and distal lower phalanges of the user's hand.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to medical devices; shaving devices used in medical procedures. More specifically, it relates to a self-accepting shaver for shaving in the genital area, designed to provide a safer grooming experience in the genital area, which is usually difficult to shave safely.

Background Art

[0002] The use of shaving systems for removing hair from the body is well known in the art. Typical types of razors include those described in U.S. Patent No. 10,513,041 (Patent Document 1), U.S. Patent No. 10,137,586 (Patent Document 2), U.S. Patent No. 10,137,585 (Patent Document 3), U.S. Patent No. 9,713,879 (Patent Document 4), U.S. Patent No. 8,726,528 (Patent Document 5), U.S. Patent Application Publication No. 2020 / 0223083 (Patent Document 6), U.S. Patent Application Publication No. 2014 / 0290066 (Patent Document 7), WO Publication No. 2019 / 093931 (Patent Document 8), or WO Publication No. 2012 / 107713 (Patent Document 9).

[0003] However, such devices are generally not safe when used for grooming or shaving in areas that are difficult to shave safely. This is because the user cannot be provided with the necessary or appropriate awareness of the position and movement of each part of the body by means of the sensory organs (proprioceptors) of the muscles and joints that control the movement of the razor head.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

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Patent Document 1

Patent Document 2

Patent Document 3

[0005] The present invention relates to a shaving device configured to provide a safer grooming experience in areas of the body that are typically difficult to shave safely, preferably for use in shaving areas of a sexual nature. A self-accepting shaver is configured to enhance control of a razor blade when the razor blade moves or contacts the area of skin being shaved or groomed.

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[0007] ​In the illustrated example, the plurality of contact points may include the area directly below the middle phalangeal joint of two fingers of the same hand, the area proximal to the proximal interphalangeal joint immediately distal to the middle phalangeal joint of the same two fingers of the same hand, all three contact points of the distal subphalangeal bone (fingertip), or combinations thereof.

[0008] Accordingly, an object of the present invention is to provide an improved shaving device.

[0009] A further object of the present invention is to provide a shaving device configured to provide a safer and more intimate grooming experience in areas that are normally difficult to shave safely.

[0010] Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a self - accepting shaver for shaving intimate areas.

[0011] Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a self - accepting shaver for shaving intimate areas such as the human genitalia and / or surrounding areas.

[0012] A further object of the present invention is to provide a self - accepting shaver for shaving intimate areas that provides three contact points to two fingers of the same hand to the user.

[0013] Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a self - accepting shaver for shaving intimate areas configured to enable control of the razor blade during shaving of the intimate parts of the body and to provide a unique lever action and balance.

[0014] Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a self - accepting shaver for shaving intimate areas configured to enhance the user's awareness of the position and movement of the razor as it moves across the skin or shaving area.

[0015] A further object of the present invention is to provide a self - receptive shaver for shaving the genital area, which is configured to provide the user with self - acceptance of the position and movement of the shaver as it is moved across the skin or shaving area.

[0016] Other objects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent from the following description in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, which illustrate and exemplify specific embodiments of the invention. All drawings included herein form part of this specification, include exemplary embodiments of the invention, and show various objects and features of the invention.

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DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0018] The present invention can be implemented in various forms. However, it should be understood that the present disclosure is regarded as an exemplification of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention to the specific illustrated embodiments. With this understanding, non-limiting but presently preferred embodiments are shown in the drawings and will be described below.

[0019] Referring to FIGS. 1-6, an exemplary embodiment of a self-accepting shaver for shaving / grooming sexual areas, generally referred to as self-accepting shaver 10, is shown. The self-accepting shaver 10 is configured to enhance the control of the razor blade when the razor blade moves or contacts on the area of the skin to be shaved or groomed. The self-accepting shaver 10 is described as useful for shaving sexual areas such as the human genitalia and / or surrounding areas such as the vagina, penis, testicles, etc., but the self-accepting shaver 10 can also be used in the same way on other parts of the body. Further, the self-accepting shaver 10 may have specific uses in surgical settings or procedures, but such uses are not intended to be limiting. The self-accepting shaver 10 includes a body 12 that separates a first end 14 from a second end 16 on the opposite side. The first end 14 includes a user engagement portion or member 18 that is integrally formed or attached. At the second end 16, a shaving assembly 20 extends therefrom.

[0020] Referring to FIGS. 9A and 9B, an embodiment of a shaving assembly 20 is shown. The shaving assembly 20 includes a body 22 shown herein as an elongated shaft or arm fixed to a razor head 24 via a joint 26. The shaft or arm 22 of the shaving assembly may be straight or may include a curvature. The shaving assembly shaft or arm 22 is sized and shaped to fit within and move within an internal portion or region (described below) of the self-contained razor body 12. The razor head 24 can include a first surface 28 having one or more grip surfaces 30. The grip surfaces 30 are shown here as ridges and are configured to allow a user's fingers to grasp the razor head 24 during use, i.e., during grooming or shaving. The opposite second surface 32 can include one or more cutting surfaces 34, such as a blade of the razor. The shaft or arm 22 of the shaving assembly can include an opening 36 sized and shaped to receive and store a locking member 38 shown herein as a pin (see FIG. 1). When inserted, the pin 38 locks the shaving assembly shaft or arm 22 in a predetermined position (various positions) within the self-contained razor body 12.

[0021] Referring to FIGS. 10A - 13, the self - receiving shaver body 12 is shown with the shaving assembly 20 removed. The self - receiving shaver body 12 can include an opening 40, illustrated herein as an open slit or channel, that exposes an internal portion or region 42. The internal portion or region 42 is preferably hollow or partially hollow and is sized and shaped to allow at least an opening. A portion of the shaft or arm 22 of the shaving assembly fits therein and preferably slides linearly therein. The user simply inserts at least a portion of the shaft or arm 22 of the shaving assembly into the second end opening 44 of the self - receiving shaver body. Once the desired position is reached, the user places the pin 38 into the shaft or arm opening 36 of the shaving assembly. The bottom surface 46 of the self - receiving shaver body 12 (see FIGS. 10A and 10B) can include a plurality of spaced - apart pin - receiving members 48, shown herein as dimples or small openings.

[0022] When at least a portion (preferably the pointed portion) of the pin 38 is directed towards and rests within the pin - receiving member 48, the shaft or arm 22 of the shaving assembly is locked in place. To position the shaft or arm 22 of the shaving assembly at a different location within the self - receiving shaver body 12, the user removes the pin 38 and slides the shaft or arm 22 of the shaving assembly left or right (closer to or nearer the first end 14). Referring to FIG. 7, the self - receiving shaver for shaving the genital area is in a first non - extended position, and in FIG. 8, the self - receiving shaver for shaving the genital area is in a second extended position. Once the desired position is reached, the user simply inserts the pin 38 through the opening 36. A portion of the pin 38 is placed into one of the pin - receiving members 48, locking the shaft or arm 22 of the shaving assembly in place.

[0023] The user-engagement portion or member 18 is configured to provide the user with unique control of the razor head 24 during the grooming or shaving process. Such control is very important for areas that are difficult for an individual to shave safely and effectively, such as the human genitalia and its surrounding areas. The user-engagement portion or member 18 is configured such that the self-receptive shaver 10 enhances the user's awareness of the position and movement of each part of the body by the sensory organs (proprioceptors) of the muscles and joints that control the movement of the razor head. Accordingly, the self-receptive shaver 10 is configured to provide a plurality of, preferably three, contact points on two fingers of the same hand. The three contact points include or are in the vicinity of the areas of the middle phalangeal joint 50, proximal interphalangeal joint 52, and distal subphalangeal bone (fingertip) 54 of the user's hand 55 (see FIG. 14). More specifically, the three contact points include the following. 1. The area immediately below the middle phalangeal joint of two fingers of the same hand. 2. The area immediately distal to the middle phalangeal joint and proximal to the proximal interphalangeal joint. It functions as a fulcrum without the fingers touching until #3. 3. The distal subphalangeal bone (fingertip) of the same two fingers of the same hand. It is connected to #2 by a flexible adjustable shaft (described later).

[0024] As a result, a unique levering action occurs between the middle phalangeal joint of the same hand and the two distal subphalangeal bones (fingertips). This unique and exaggerated levering action enhances self-reception and the recognition of the position and movement of the razor as it moves along the skin. This increased self-reception of the razor blade enables a safer sexual grooming experience even in areas that are difficult to shave safely (see FIGS. 14 and 15).

[0025] The user engagement portion or member 18 can include an upper portion 56, a lower portion 58, and a bridge 60 connecting the upper portion 56 and the lower portion 58. The upper portion 56 and the lower portion 58 are preferably disposed in parallel or substantially parallel positions separated by a first opening 62 (left side of the bridge 60) and a second opening 64 (right side of the bridge 60). The upper distal ends 66 and 68 can have a partial curvature and extend downwardly towards the lower distal ends 70 and 72 (but not in contact, thus forming an open or partial ring configuration). The lower distal ends 70 and 72 can be similar. Both regions define the dimensions and shape of the first and second openings 62 and 64, which are sized and shaped to fit, receive, and support a portion of the user's finger. The upper portion 56 and the lower portion 58, particularly the upper distal ends 66 and 68 and the lower distal ends 70 and 72, can be made of a flexible material so as to accommodate different sized fingers. Alternatively, the upper distal ends 66 and 68 and the lower distal ends 70 and 72 may be connected to form a closed ring structure.

[0026] The bar 74 of the handle is disposed away from the upper portion 56 and the lower portion 58. The bar 74 of the handle is attached to a part of the lower portion 58 as an intermediate member 76 shown as an elongated body in this specification, or is integrally formed from a part of the lower portion 58. The intermediate member 76 is shown to have a curved surface 78 (see FIG. 5), disposing the bar 74 of the handle away from the upper portion 56 and the lower portion 58 of the user engagement part or member 18 via a distance or gap 80, and orienting the bar 74 of the handle such that 1) it is parallel or substantially parallel to the upper portion 56 and the lower portion 58, and 2) it is placed in the area directly below the middle phalangeal joint of two fingers of the same hand during use. Thus, the dimensions (and shape) of the bar 74 of the handle must be large enough to rest on and / or bear on the area directly below the middle phalangeal joint of two fingers of the same hand. Since the distance or gap 80 must be sufficient, during use (when placed on two fingers), the upper portion 56 and the lower portion 58 align with or are located in the area proximal to the proximal interphalangeal joint and immediately distal to the middle phalangeal joint, and function as a fulcrum without the fingers contacting until the distal subphalangeal bones (fingertips) of the same two fingers of the same hand contact the razor head 24.

[0027] The self - receptive shaver 10 can also include a razor head 24 configured to rotate (from more than 0 degrees up to 360 degrees). FIG. 12 shows the razor head 24 rotated 90 degrees from the first position (as shown in FIG. 1). FIG. 13 shows the razor head 24 rotated 180 degrees from the first position. Such rotation allows the user to shave along or against the blade and to push or pull during shaving. The razor head 24 can be rotated simply by rotating the shaving shaft or arm 22 and locking it in a predetermined position as described above. Alternatively, the razor head 24 may be designed to pivot and rotate around the shaving shaft or arm 22.

[0028] All patents and publications referred to in this specification are indicative of the level of those skilled in the art to which the present invention pertains. All patents and publications are hereby incorporated by reference into this specification to the same extent as if each individual publication was specifically and individually indicated to be incorporated by reference.

[0029] Although specific forms of the present invention are illustrated, it should be understood that the present invention is not limited to the specific forms or configurations described and illustrated herein. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various changes can be made without departing from the scope of the present invention and that the present invention should not be considered limited to what is shown and described in the specification and any drawings / figures included herein.

[0030] Those skilled in the art will readily understand that the present invention is well adapted to carry out the objectives and obtain the mentioned objectives and advantages, as well as those inherent therein. The embodiments, methods, procedures, and techniques described herein represent presently preferred embodiments, are intended to be illustrative, and are not intended to limit the scope. Those skilled in the art will envision modifications and other uses within the spirit of the present invention, as defined by the appended claims. Although the present invention has been described in relation to specific preferred embodiments, it should be understood that the claimed invention should not be unduly limited to such specific embodiments. Indeed, various modifications of the described modes for carrying out the invention, which are apparent to those skilled in the art, are intended to be included within the scope of the following claims.

Claims

Claim 1 A shaver that utilizes self-acceptance sensation for shaving one or more parts of the body, comprising: A main body having a first end and a second end opposite the first end, and being disposed in a direction substantially perpendicular to the user engagement member; The user engagement member having a first opening formed and arranged to receive the first finger of the user's hand and a second opening formed and arranged to receive the second finger of the user's hand, the first opening having a central axis substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis of the main body, and the second opening having a central axis substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis of the main body; A shaving assembly including a razor head, the razor head having a non-cutting surface and a cutting surface opposite the non-cutting surface, the non-cutting surface engaging the ends of the first finger and the second finger respectively when the first finger and the second finger are in their respective openings, thereby providing a contact point with the user's hand; and A lever bar extending from the user engagement member, the lever bar engaging the user's hand when the fingers are in their respective openings, thereby providing a contact point with the user's hand; A shaver that utilizes self-acceptance sensation for shaving one or more parts of the body, characterized by comprising the above. Claim 2 The shaver for shaving one or more parts of the body according to claim 1, characterized in that the cutting surface has one or more razor blades. Claim 3 The shaver for shaving one or more parts of the body according to claim 1, characterized in that the lever bar extends from the user engagement member and has a contact surface in the region below the middle phalangeal joint of the first or second finger of the user's hand. Claim 4 The user engagement member partially defines the first opening and the second opening and is configured to engage the back or dorsal surface of the first finger and the second finger of the user's hand during use, and an upper portion that partially defines the first opening and the second opening, and when the first finger and the second finger are each within the opening, a lower portion configured to engage the palm side surface of the first finger and the second finger of the user's hand, A shaver that utilizes self-accepting sensation for shaving one or more parts of the body according to claim 1, characterized in that it comprises:

5. The first opening and the second opening are formed as two partially open ring-shaped structures, A shaver that utilizes self-accepting sensation for shaving one or more parts of the body according to claim 1, characterized in that it comprises:

6. The strut bar is connected to the lower portion via an intermediate portion, A shaver that utilizes self-accepting sensation for shaving one or more parts of the body according to claim 4, characterized in that it comprises:

7. The shaving assembly further comprises a shaft, A shaver that utilizes self-accepting sensation for shaving one or more parts of the body according to claim 1, characterized in that it comprises:

8. The shaft of the shaving assembly has dimensions and a shape for fitting and moving within an internal region of the body of the shaver that utilizes self-accepting sensation, A shaver that utilizes self-accepting sensation for shaving one or more parts of the body according to claim 7, characterized in that it comprises:

9. The razor head of the shaving assembly is rotatable about the shaft, A shaver that utilizes self-accepting sensation for shaving one or more parts of the body according to claim 7, characterized in that it comprises:

10. The razor head of the shaving assembly is arranged at an angle with respect to the body of the shaver, A shaver that utilizes self-accepting sensation for shaving one or more parts of the body according to claim 1, characterized in that it comprises:

11. A shaver for shaving one or more parts of the body using a self-accepting sensation, further comprising a shaft locking member formed and arranged to engage with the shaft for fixing the shaft to the body at one position, characterized in that.

12. The non-cutting surface of the razor head has one or more grip surfaces, a shaver for shaving one or more parts of the body using a self-accepting sensation, according to claim 1.

13. A shaver for shaving one or more parts of the body using a self-accepting sensation, comprising: A user engagement member having a first opening and a second opening; A body disposed substantially perpendicular to the user engagement member and having a first end, a second end opposite the first end, and an internal passage, the body having a longitudinal axis disposed in a direction substantially parallel to the central axis of the first opening and the central axis of the second opening; A shaving assembly having an elongated shaft ending in a razor head, the razor head having a non-cutting surface and a cutting surface opposite the non-cutting surface, the non-cutting surface engaging the ends of the first finger and the second finger when the first finger and the second finger are in their respective openings, the elongated shaft being inserted into the internal passage, the razor head extending out of the internal passage, whereby the distal subphalangeal bone of the first finger of the user's hand and the distal subphalangeal bone of the second finger of the user's hand can rest on the non-cutting surface of the razor head during use, a shaving assembly; and A lever body disposed away from the user engagement member, the lever body being disposed in a direction opposite to the body of the shaver with respect to the user engagement member and engaging the user's hand when the fingers are in their respective openings, a lever body; Comprising When the shaver is placed on the user's hand, the first finger of the user is inserted into the first opening, and the distal subphalangeal bone of the first finger rests on the non-cutting surface of the razor head, and the second finger of the user is inserted into the second opening, and the distal subphalangeal bone of the second finger rests on the non-cutting surface of the razor head, the shaver using the self-accepting sensation contacts a plurality of regions of the user's hand. A shaver that utilizes a sense of self-acceptance for shaving one or more parts of the body, characterized by this.

14. The shaver for shaving one or more parts of the body according to claim 13, characterized in that the razor head is rotatable around the elongated shaft of the shaving assembly.

15. The shaver for shaving one or more parts of the body according to claim 13, characterized in that the non-cutting surface of the razor head has one or more grip surfaces.

16. The shaver for shaving one or more parts of the body according to claim 13, characterized in that the cutting surface of the razor head has one or more razor blades.

17. The shaver for shaving one or more parts of the body according to claim 13, characterized in that the first opening and the second opening are formed as a partially open ring-shaped structure.

18. The shaver for shaving one or more parts of the body according to claim 13, characterized in that the first opening and the second opening are formed as a closed ring-shaped structure.

19. The shaver for shaving one or more parts of the body according to claim 1, characterized in that the first opening and the second opening are formed as two closed ring-shaped structures.

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