Hairbrush dispensing system

Abstract

A multi-use hairbrush dispensing system and method for dispensing various hair care products while brushing hair. The hairbrush system may be configured to dispense a hair care product from a container without cross contamination between hair care products and / or users.

Description

[0001] HAIRBRUSH DISPENSING SYSTEM

[0002] RELATED APPLICATIONS

[0003] This application claims the benefit of priority under 35 USC §119(e) of U.S. provisional patent application no. 63 / 690,320 filed on September 4, 2024, the contents of which are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety.

[0004] FIELD AND BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0005] The present invention, in some embodiments thereof, relates to a hairbrush system configured to dispense various hair care products and, more particularly, but not exclusively, without cross contamination between hair care products and / or users.

[0006] Hairdressers and stylists are often required to apply various hair care products and water to the hair. This means that they need to put down the hairbrush and / or hair dryer and / or styling tool they are using and spray the hair from a dedicated sprayer. This increases the amount of time the hairdresser spends with each client. Additionally, this requires that the hairdresser have a dedicated sprayer for each hair care product and / or water. Often such fluids decrease in potency on exposure to air, clog the sprayer and are unhygienic being used for multiple clients. Frequently, sprayers spray hair care products unevenly, onto the clothes of the client or the hairdresser, and do not provide the correct amount of the hair care product, e.g., apply too little, requiring multiple applications, or too much requiring using paper or fabric towels to absorb the excess before the hairdresser can continue their work.

[0007] Korean patent no. 100669254 appears to describe “a brush capable of providing a hair tonic is provided to exchange vessels receiving various kinds of hair tonics according to the user's purpose by constituting the vessel in a cartridge type and to remove the need of preparing a brush. The brush capable of providing a hair tonic includes a brush body (110), a vessel (140) and a control member. The brush body (110) includes a header (120) and a handle (130). On one side of the header (120), plural outlets are formed and on the other side of the header (120), a mounting portion (121) communicating with the external outlets is formed. The vessel (140) receiving a hair tonic is detachably installed on the mounting portion (121) by a detaching / attaching unit. On the surface of the vessel (140) facing the mounting portion (121), plural discharge holes (143) are formed.”

[0008] Additional literature appears to be described in United States Patent No. 7,814,917; United States Patent No. 2,694,401; Chinese Patent Application No. 114631677; International Patent Publication No. 2011 / 124591; United States Patent No. 8,118,36; and International Patent Publication No. 2023 / 187772.

[0009] Therefore, there is a need for a clean and hygienic system for applying various hair care products to hair while brushing.

[0010] BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0011] Some embodiments of the invention are herein described, by way of example only, with reference to the accompanying drawings. With specific reference now to the drawings in detail, it is stressed that the particulars shown are by way of example and for purposes of illustrative discussion of embodiments of the invention. In this regard, the description taken with the drawings makes apparent to those skilled in the art how embodiments of the invention may be practiced. In the drawings:

[0012] Figs. 1A and IB: schematic diagrams illustrating a front view and perspective view, respectively, of an exemplary hairbrush dispensing system, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention;

[0013] Figs. 2A and 2B: schematic diagrams illustrating a hairbrush dispensing system in closed and open configurations, respectively, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention;

[0014] Figs. 3A and 3B: schematic diagrams illustrating a perspective view and cross- sectional view, respectively, of an exemplary cartridge, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention;

[0015] Fig. 4: block diagram of a hairbrush dispensing system, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention;

[0016] Fig. 5: flow chart illustrating a method of use of a hairbrush dispensing system, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention; Fig. 6: schematic diagram illustrating a perspective cross-sectional view, respectively, of a cartridge inside the bottom section of a brush, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention.

[0017] Fig. 7: schematic diagram illustrating a hairbrush dispensing system in an open configuration without a reservoir, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention;

[0018] Fig. 8: schematic cross-sectional diagram illustrating a hairbrush dispensing system in a closed configuration with a cartridge inside, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention;

[0019] Figs. 9A, 9B: schematic diagrams illustrating rear and front perspective exploded views, respectively, of an exemplary hairbrush dispensing system, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention;

[0020] Fig. 10: schematic diagram illustrating an exemplary hairbrush dispensing system, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention;

[0021] Figs. 11 A, 11B: schematic diagrams illustrating an exemplary bottle, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention;

[0022] Figs. 12A-12E: schematic diagrams illustrating an exemplary hairbrush dispensing system, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention;

[0023] Fig. 13: block diagram of an exemplary hairbrush dispensing system, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention;

[0024] Fig. 14: flow chart illustrating a method of inserting a container into a hairbrush dispensing system, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention; and

[0025] Fig. 15: flow chart illustrating a method of use of a hairbrush dispensing system, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention.

[0026] SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0027] According to an aspect of some embodiments of the invention, there is provided a hair care dispensing system including: a multi-use hairbrush, wherein the hairbrush includes: A head with a back without bristles and a front including bristles and a nozzle opening; and A hollow handle; a container, wherein the container includes a body configured to hold a hair care product and an applicator; wherein the container is configured to be inserted within the handle with a specific alignment, and the applicator is configured to fit within or to protrude through the nozzle opening.

[0028] According to some embodiments of the invention, the hairbrush includes a locking mechanism configured to hold the container within the handle of the hairbrush.

[0029] According to some embodiments of the invention, the locking mechanism is configured to interact with an interference element located on the container.

[0030] According to some embodiments of the invention, the hairbrush includes a pusher plate configured to trigger a dispensing mechanism of the container to dispense the hair care product when pushed.

[0031] According to some embodiments of the invention, the hairbrush includes at least one alignment element configured to facilitate alignment of the container with one or more components of the hairbrush.

[0032] According to some embodiments of the invention, the container includes at least one alignment element configured to facilitate alignment of the container one or more components of the hairbrush.

[0033] According to some embodiments of the invention, the alignment elements are selected from at least one of tapering of the container, a clip applicator configured to attach with a specific orientation to the body of the container, a cross-sectional shape of the container, a cross-sectional shape of an interior of the handle, an interference element, or a combination thereof.

[0034] According to some embodiments of the invention, a cross-section of the container is smaller than an internal cross-section of the hollow handle.

[0035] According to some embodiments of the invention, the container is configured to be selfaligning within the hairbrush.

[0036] According to some embodiments of the invention, the hair care product is selected one or more of water, shampoo, conditioner, hair cream, oxidant, colorant, hair dye, oils, hair mask, detangler, antifrizz mixture, moisturizer, lubricant, pest killing fluid, pest repellant fluid, dry shampoo, keratin, hair strengthener, hair straightener, powder, flea powder, hair growth formula, serum, hair tonic, cleaning fluid, and any combination thereof.

[0037] According to an aspect of some embodiments of the invention, there is provided a container configured to dispense a hair care product including: a body configured to hold a hair care product; and an applicator configured to clip onto a top of the container, wherein the applicator and the body include one or more alignment elements configured to ensure correct alignment of the applicator.

[0038] According to some embodiments of the invention, the body is configured to taper from a bottom to the top. According to some embodiments of the invention, the body has a cross-section which is noncircular, rectangular, triangular, pentagonal, or septagonal.

[0039] According to some embodiments of the invention, the container is a single-use container.

[0040] According to some embodiments of the invention, the applicator is a spray head.

[0041] According to some embodiments of the invention, the spray head includes a dip tube angled, curved or aligned with the spray head to facilitate access to a fluid within the container.

[0042] According to some embodiments of the invention, the spray head includes a nozzle configured to create various spray patterns.

[0043] According to some embodiments of the invention, the spray patterns vary in shape and size depending on one or more of nozzle design, intended application and viscosity of the dispensed hair care product.

[0044] According to some embodiments of the invention, the container includes an interference element configured to interact with a locking mechanism of an external device.

[0045] According to an aspect of some embodiments of the invention, there is provided a method of loading a container for a hair care product into a hairbrush dispensing system, the method including: attaching an applicator to a body of a container, wherein the applicator includes an alignment element configured to fit into a corresponding alignment element on the body of the container; filling the container with a required hair care product; aligning the container with an opening in a handle of a hairbrush; and inserting the container within a hollow handle of the hairbrush.

[0046] According to some embodiments of the invention, the alignment elements are selected from one or more of tapering of the container, attaching the applicator with a specific orientation to the body of the container, a cross-sectional shape of the container, a cross-sectional shape of an interior of the handle, an interference element, or a combination thereof.

[0047] According to an aspect of some embodiments of the invention, there is provided a method of dispensing a hair care product from a hairbrush dispensing system, the method including: aligning a container with an opening in a handle of a hairbrush, wherein the container includes: a body configured to hold a hair care product; and an applicator configured to clip onto a top of the container, wherein the applicator and the body include one or more alignment elements configured to ensure correct alignment of the applicator; inserting the container within a hollow handle of the hairbrush; locking the container within the handle; and triggering the applicator to dispense the hair care product through a nozzle opening in a front of the hairbrush.

[0048] According to some embodiments of the invention, the aligning includes alignment of one or more alignment elements of the container and the hairbrush.

[0049] According to some embodiments of the invention, the alignment elements are selected from one or more of tapering of the container, attaching the applicator with a specific orientation to the body of the container, a cross-sectional shape of the container, a cross-sectional shape of an interior of the handle, an interference element, or a combination thereof.

[0050] According to some embodiments of the invention, the applicator is configured to align with or protrude through a nozzle opening in the hairbrush.

[0051] According to some embodiments of the invention, the method further includes locking the container within the hairbrush using a locking mechanism.

[0052] According to some embodiments of the invention, the method further includes an interference element located on the container interacting with the locking mechanism.

[0053] According to some embodiments of the invention, the triggering includes pushing a pusher plate thereby triggering a dispensing mechanism of the container to dispense the hair care product.

[0054] According to some embodiments of the invention, the dispensing includes crating various spray patterns of the hair care product on dispersal through the nozzle opening.

[0055] According to some embodiments of the invention, the spray patterns vary in shape and size depending on one or more of nozzle design, nozzle opening, intended application and viscosity of the dispensed hair care product.

[0056] According to some embodiments of the invention, the method further includes accessing the hair care product within the container while in use by the hairbrush via a dip tube of the container angled, curved, or aligned with the nozzle opening.

[0057] DESCRIPTION OF SPECIFIC EMBODIMENTS OF THE INVENTION

[0058] The present invention, in some embodiments thereof, relates to a hairbrush system configured to dispense various hair care products and, more particularly, but not exclusively, without cross contamination between hair care products and / or users.

[0059] OVERVIEW

[0060] An aspect of some embodiments of the current invention relates to a hairbrush system configured to dispense various hair care products. Optionally, the hairbrush system may be configured to dispense various hair care products while brushing hair. Optionally, the hairbrush system may be configured to dispense a hair care product from a container, e.g., cartridge and / or bottle. Optionally, the hairbrush system may be a multi-use system. Optionally, the hairbrush system may be configured for use with a variety of containers (e.g., cartridge, bottle, cartridge within a bottle, etc.). Optionally, the hairbrush system may be configured for use with a variety of cartridge types and / or cartridge fillings. Optionally, the hairbrush system may be configured for use with a variety of bottle shapes and / or sizes. Optionally, the hairbrush system may be configured for use with a refillable bottle. Advantageously, each user may receive the hair care product they need, without cross contamination between hair care products and / or users.

[0061] According to some embodiments, the system may include a hairbrush including a handle, bristles, and a head. Optionally, the bristles may be replaceable. Optionally, the bristles may be detangling bristles, teasing hair bristles, boar hair bristles, rat-tail bristles, wide toothed bristles, narrow toothed bristles, denman bristles, hard bristles, rigid bristles, soft bristles, flexible bristles, or any combination thereof. Optionally, the bristles may be composed of a synthetic and / or natural material. Optionally, the bristles may be replaced and / or adjusted in accordance with the client’s hair and / or desired hair style.

[0062] According to some embodiments, the head of the hairbrush may be configured to facilitate dispensing of a hair care product. Optionally, the hair care product may be a fluid and / or powder and / or gel. Optionally, the head of the hairbrush may include a back (without bristles) and a front (with bristles). Optionally, the front of the hairbrush may include a nozzle opening. Optionally, the applicator of a container (e.g., cartridge, bottle, cartridge within a bottle, etc.) May protrude through the nozzle opening. Optionally, the back of the hairbrush may include a pusher plate. Optionally, the pusher plate may be a button. Optionally, the pusher plate may be configured to fit within a section of the back. Optionally, pressing the pusher plate in the section of the back may dispense the hair care product.

[0063] According to some embodiments, the head of the hairbrush may include a reservoir. Optionally, the reservoir may be configured to house a container (e.g., cartridge and / or bottle and / or part thereof). Optionally, the reservoir may include a back (without bristles) and a front (close to the bristles). Optionally, the reservoir may be opened and / or closed repeatedly. Optionally, the head and / or handle of the hairbrush may include a hinge to facilitate opening and closing of the hairbrush and / or reservoir.

[0064] According to some embodiments, the hairbrush system may include a dispensing mechanism configured to facilitate dispensing of a fluid from a container (e.g., cartridge and / or bottle and / or part thereof) located within the hairbrush, e.g., reservoir, handle, etc. Optionally, the dispensing mechanism may facilitate partial and / or complete expulsion of a fluid from a container. Optionally, the dispensing mechanism may be triggered externally to the hairbrush by the user. Optionally, the dispensing mechanism may be triggered manually by the user, e.g., by squeezing the handle of the hairbrush, depressing a section of the back of the head of the hairbrush, pushing a button on the handle of the hairbrush, pushing a button on the back of the hairbrush, etc. Optionally, the head may include and / or may be connected to a locking system. Optionally, the locking system may be configured to prevent activation of the dispensing mechanism, e.g., the dispensing hairbrush system may be used as a regular brush.

[0065] According to some embodiments, the dispensing mechanism may be included within the cartridge. Optionally, the dispensing mechanism may be located within the body of the cartridge. Optionally, the dispensing mechanism may be triggered by a trigger on and / or in the hairbrush. Optionally, the dispensing mechanism may facilitate partial and / or complete expulsion of a hair care product from the cartridge. Optionally, the cartridge may be disposable. Optionally, the cartridge may be recyclable. Optionally, replacing the cartridge may replace the dispensing mechanism and / or the applicator, e.g., no need to clean the nozzle or to worry about the nozzle getting clogged. Optionally, the dispensing mechanism may connect to and / or function in conjunction with an external trigger and / or dispensing system.

[0066] According to some embodiments, the cartridge may include an applicator, e.g., spray head, pump, nozzle, etc. Optionally, the applicator may be located on the cartridge so as to align with and / or fit through the opening in the front of the hairbrush head. Optionally, the cartridge may be soft and / or compressible, e.g., similar to a baby food pouch. Optionally, the cartridge may be impermeable to air and / or moisture.

[0067] According to some embodiments, the dispensing mechanism may be included within and / or may be attached to a bottle. Optionally, the dispensing mechanism may be located at the top of the bottle, e.g., a pump mechanism, atomizer, nebulizer, etc. Optionally, the dispensing mechanism may be configured to spray a fluid contained within the bottle. Optionally, the dispensing mechanism may be triggered by a trigger on and / or in the hairbrush. Optionally, the dispensing mechanism may connect to and / or function in conjunction with an external trigger and / or dispensing system. Optionally, the dispensing mechanism may facilitate partial and / or complete expulsion of a fluid from the bottle. Optionally, the bottle may be disposable. Optionally, the bottle may be recyclable. Optionally, the bottle may be refillable. Optionally, the bottle may be refilled by opening a portion of the bottle, e.g., back plate, bottom plate, lid, etc. Optionally, the bottle may be configured to be rapidly refilled through the opening. According to some embodiments, the cartridge may be a single use cartridge. Optionally, the cartridge may be a multi-use cartridge. Optionally, the cartridge may include a hair care product.

[0068] According to some embodiments, the bottle may include an applicator, e.g., spray head, pump, nozzle, etc. Optionally, the applicator may be located on the bottle so as to align with and / or fit through the opening in the front of the hairbrush head. Optionally, the bottle may be impermeable to air and / or moisture. Optionally, the spray head may be configured to clip and / or click onto the top of the bottle, e.g., a onetime clip. Optionally, the spray head may be difficult to disassemble from the top of the bottle. Optionally, the spray head and / or bottle may include one or more alignment elements to ensure correct alignment of the spray head with the bottle and / or one or more components of the hairbrush. Optionally, the spray head may include a dip tube. Optionally, the dip tube may be angled and / or curved and / or aligned with the spray head to facilitate access to the fluid within the bottle. Optionally, the dip tube may be angled and / or curved and / or aligned with the hairbrush head to facilitate access to the fluid within the bottle while in use by the hairbrush.

[0069] According to some embodiments, the bottle may be configured to be inserted into the handle of the hairbrush through an opening in the bottom of the hairbrush. Optionally, the bottle may be shaped to fit within the handle of the hairbrush. Optionally, the bottle may be shaped to fit within the handle and / or head of the hairbrush, e.g., the body of the bottle may fit within the handle of the hairbrush while the spray head of the bottle may be configured to fit within the head of the hairbrush. Optionally, the spray head may be configured to align with the nozzle opening and / or pusher plate (e.g., button). Optionally, the spray head of the bottle may be configured to fit within and / or protrude through the nozzle opening in the front of the head of the hairbrush. Optionally, the bottle may be configured to taper from the bottom to the top. Optionally, the tapering of the bottle may facilitate alignment of the bottle within the hairbrush. Optionally, the bottle may have a cross-section which may be circular, non-circular, square, rectangular, triangular, pentagonal, hexagonal, septagonal, etc. Optionally, the crosssection of the bottle may be configured to assist in aligning the bottle within the hairbrush. Optionally, the cross-section of the bottle may correspond to the cross-section of the hairbrush handle. Optionally, the cross-section of the bottle may be smaller than the internal crosssection of the hairbrush handle. Optionally, the bottle may be self-aligning within the hairbrush.

[0070] According to some embodiments, the hairbrush may include a locking mechanism configured to prevent the bottle from falling out of the hairbrush once inserted. Optionally, the locking mechanism may include a release mechanism to facilitate removal and / or exchange of the bottle, e.g., when a bottle is empty, when a user wishes to change the between fluids dispensed, e.g., detangling liquid, leave in conditioner, keratin fluid, etc. Optionally, the locking mechanism may be located on the handle of the hairbrush and / or the head of the hairbrush. Optionally, the locking mechanism may include an interference element located on the bottle and / or the hairbrush. Optionally, the locking mechanism may be biased to prevent accidental uncoupling of the bottle and the hairbrush.

[0071] According to some embodiments, the spray head and / or applicator may be configured to dispense a fluid from the nozzle opening in the front of the hairbrush. Optionally, the nozzle opening may be located centrally on the front of the head of the hairbrush. Optionally, the fluid may be dispensed directly onto the hair of a user through the hairbrush. Optionally, the bristles of the hairbrush may be “wet” by the fluid dispensed through the hairbrush. Optionally, the bristles may be dry and / or wet. Optionally, the bristles of the hairbrush may be configured to distribute the fluid through the user’s hair. Optionally, the bristles of the hairbrush may be configured to distribute the fluid evenly through the user’s hair. Optionally, the spray head and / or applicator and / or nozzle opening may be configured to create various spray patterns. Optionally, the spray patterns may vary in shape (e.g., hollow cone, full cone, flat fan, multiple plume spray, solid stream, etc.) And / or size depending on the nozzle design and / or intended application and / or viscosity of the dispensed fluid.

[0072] According to some embodiments, the container may contain a hair care product. Optionally, the hair care product may be a low viscosity fluid. Optionally, the hair care product may have a viscosity ranging between about 1 mpa to about 3,000 mpa, and / or between about 3,000 mpa to about 8,000 mpa, and / or between about 8,000 mpa to about 15,000 mpa, and / or between about 15,000 mpa to about 17,000 mpa. Optionally, the container may be sized to fit within the reservoir of the hairbrush. Optionally, the container may be sized to fit within the handle of the hairbrush. Optionally, the container may be sealed. Optionally, the container may not be refillable. Optionally, the container may be refillable. Optionally, each container may contain a volume of fluid ranging between about 50 ml to about 100 ml, and / or between about 100 ml to about 150 ml, and / or between about 150 ml to about 250 ml, and / or between about 250 ml to about 350 ml.

[0073] According to some embodiments, the hairbrush system may be configured to dispense various hair care products to men, women, children, pets, and / or domestic animals. According to some embodiments, the hair care products may include water, shampoo, conditioner, hair cream, oxidant (e.g., h2O2, etc.), colorant, hair dye, oils, hair mask, detangler, anti-frizz mixture, moisturizer, lubricant, pest killing fluid (e.g., lice, fleas, ticks, etc.), pest repellant fluid, dry shampoo, keratin, hair strengthener, hair straightener, powder, flea powder, hair growth formula, serum, hair tonic, cleaning fluid, and any combination thereof.

[0074] Advantageously, the hairbrush dispenser system may be configured to apply various hair care products while brushing. Further advantageously, the system may be clean and hygienic. Moreover, the system may reduce and / or prevent a client and / or a user from getting haircare fluid on their clothes, and / or hands. Furthermore, the system may facilitate an even spread of the hair care product throughout the hair. Moreover, the system may facilitate controlled application of a hair care product and / or application of a precise amount of hair care product. Advantageously, each user may receive the hair care product they need, without cross contamination between hair care products and / or users.

[0075] SPECIFIC EMBODIMENTS

[0076] Before explaining at least one embodiment of the invention in detail, it is to be understood that the invention is not necessarily limited in its application to the details of construction and the arrangement of the components and / or methods set forth in the following description and / or illustrated in the drawings and / or the examples. The invention is capable of other embodiments or of being practiced or carried out in various ways.

[0077] Figs. 1 A and IB are schematic diagrams illustrating a front view and perspective view, respectively, of a hairbrush dispensing system, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention. For example, the hairbrush may include a handle 10, bristles 12, and a head 14. Optionally, bristles 12 may be replaceable. Head 14 may include a reservoir (not shown) configured to house a cartridge. Head 14 may include a nozzle opening 16 through which an applicator of a cartridge may protrude. Optionally, head 14 and / or handle 10 of the hairbrush may include a hinge 18 to facilitate opening and closing of the hairbrush and / or reservoir. Optionally, head 14 and / or the reservoir may include and / or be connected to a locking system 20 configured to prevent activation of a dispensing mechanism for expulsion and / or distribution of a hair care product from a cartridge.

[0078] Figs. 2A and 2B are schematic diagrams illustrating a hairbrush dispensing system in closed and open configurations, respectively, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention. For example, the hairbrush may include a handle 22, bristles 24, and a head 14. Optionally, bristles 24 may be replaceable. Head 26 may include a reservoir configured to house a cartridge 42. Head 26 may include a nozzle opening through which an applicator of a cartridge may protrude. Optionally, head 26 and / or handle 22 of the hairbrush may include a hinge 28 to facilitate opening and closing of the hairbrush and / or reservoir.

[0079] The hairbrush may be configured to have two configurations, an open configuration, and a closed configuration. In the open configuration, cartridge 42 may be inserted into and / or removed from the reservoir of the hairbrush. Additionally, or alternatively, in the open configuration, bristles 24 may be removed and / or replaced and / or adjusted in accordance with the client’s hair type and / or desired hair style. Optionally, bristles 24 may be locked in place. In the closed configuration, the hairbrush may be used to brush a client’s hair, optionally, while dispensing hair care product. Optionally, the hairbrush may include hinge 28 to facilitate transition from the open configuration to the closed configuration and vice versa. Optionally, the hairbrush may include a locking system 30 (e.g., clasp, catch, etc.) To maintain the hairbrush in the closed configuration. Optionally, head 26 and / or the reservoir may include and / or be connected to a locking system 30 configured to prevent activation of a dispensing mechanism for expulsion and / or distribution of a hair care product from a cartridge.

[0080] The back of the head of the hairbrush (without bristles 24), and / or a portion thereof, may include a transparent area 32. Optionally, transparent area 32 may be a transparent and / or partially transparent panel. Optionally, the transparent area 32 may facilitate observation of the cartridge by the user, to determine how much fluid remains within the cartridge.

[0081] Figs. 3A-B are schematic diagrams illustrating a perspective cross-sectional view, respectively, of a bottom section of a brush with a cartridge, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention. For example, cartridge 34 may include a pouch containing a hair care product, an applicator 36, through which the hair care product is dispensed, and a dispensing mechanism 38, e.g., a pump. Optionally, dispensing mechanism 38 may be configured to facilitate partial and / or complete expulsion of a fluid from cartridge 34. In some embodiments, dispensing mechanism 38 may include a pump. Optionally, the pump may be primed. Optionally, dispensing mechanism 38 may connect to and / or function in conjunction with an external trigger and / or dispensing system. Optionally, dispensing mechanism 38 may be triggered externally to the hairbrush by the user. Optionally, dispensing mechanism 38 may be triggered manually by the user, e.g., by squeezing the handle of the hairbrush, depressing a section of the back of the head of the hairbrush, pushing a button on the handle or back of the hairbrush, etc.

[0082] Fig. 4 is a block diagram of a hairbrush dispensing system, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention. For example, in system 40, the hairbrush dispensing system may include two components: a multi-use hairbrush 50; and a single-use cartridge 42. Hairbrush 50 may include a handle 52 and a head 54 with a reservoir 56 with an opening and, optionally replaceable, bristles 58. Hairbrush 50 and / or part thereof may be opened to facilitate removal and / or replacement and / or adjustment of bristles 58. Additionally, or alternatively, hairbrush 50 and / or part thereof may be opened to facilitate insertion into and / or removal of cartridge 42 from reservoir 56 of the hairbrush. Cartridge 42 may include a pouch 46 and an applicator 48. Pouch 46 may include a hair care product. Cartridge 42 may include a dispensing mechanism 44. Applicator 48 may be configured to protrude through the reservoir 56 opening in the head 54 of hairbrush 50, through which hair care product may be dispensed on triggering dispensing mechanism 44.

[0083] Fig. 5 is a flow chart illustrating a method of use of a hairbrush dispensing system, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention. For example, in method 60, the hairbrush is opened 62 to expose the reservoir, a cartridge is inserted 64 into the reservoir, and the hairbrush reservoir is closed 66. The dispensing mechanism is triggered 68 by the user, to apply 70 a hair care product while brushing a client’s hair.

[0084] Fig. 6 is a schematic diagram illustrating a perspective cross-sectional view, respectively, of a cartridge inside the bottom section of a brush, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention. For example, the cartridge 72 may include a pouch (not shown) containing a hair care product, an applicator 74, through which the hair care product is dispensed, and a dispensing mechanism 76, e.g., a pump. Optionally, pump may be similar of a manual pump spray bottle. Optionally, the pump may dispense liquid in a controlled, fine mist and / or in drips or a stream. The pump assembly may comprise a nozzle, a piston, a pump chamber, and a valve. Optionally, the comprise pump may include a spring to bias the pump chamber open (e.g., by biasing the piston away from the chamber). Alternatively, or additionally, the flexible material (e.g., plastic) of the reservoir and / or the pump body may serve to bias the pump chamber open. The nozzle may include the part where the liquid exits the bottle. For example, to achieve a fine mist or spray, the nozzle may include a small orifice that atomizes the liquid into tiny droplets.

[0085] Inside the pump chamber, the piston is may in and out of the chamber. For example, when the user presses the pusher plate, the presser pushes piston into the pump chamber. When the user presses on the pusher plate, the piston compresses the liquid inside the chamber, forcing it out through the nozzle. The valve may be configured to control the flow of liquid. When the pump is pressed, the valve closes to prevent liquid from flowing back into the reservoir, ensuring that it is directed toward the nozzle. When the pump is released, the valve opens, allowing more liquid to be drawn into the pump chamber, readying the pump for the next use.

[0086] The hairbrush may include a handle 78 and a head 80 with a reservoir with an opening and, optionally replaceable, bristles 58. Hairbrush 50 and / or part thereof may be opened to facilitate removal and / or replacement and / or adjustment of bristles 84. Additionally, or alternatively, hairbrush 50 and / or part thereof may be opened to facilitate insertion into and / or removal of cartridge 72 from reservoir of the hairbrush. Applicator 74 may be configured to protrude through the reservoir opening 82 in the head 80 of the hairbrush, through which hair care product may be dispensed on triggering dispensing mechanism 76. Lock 86 may include a spring holding it latched in a closed configuration.

[0087] Fig. 7 is a schematic diagram illustrating a hairbrush dispensing system in an open configuration without a reservoir, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention. For example, the hairbrush dispensing system may include two components: a multi-use hairbrush; and a single-use cartridge (not shown). The hairbrush may include a handle 88 and a head 90 with a reservoir 92 with a nozzle opening 94 and, optionally replaceable, bristles 96. Optionally, the front of the hairbrush may include one or more openings. For example, there may be a nozzle opening 94 through which the applicator of the cartridge may protrude. Optionally, reservoir 92 may include one or more channels 98 between the bristles 96 through which reservoir 92 may be visible. Optionally, channels 98 may be configured to assist in distributing the dispensed hair care product. The hairbrush and / or part thereof may be opened to facilitate removal and / or replacement and / or adjustment of bristles 96. Additionally, or alternatively, the hairbrush and / or part thereof may be opened to facilitate insertion into and / or removal of cartridge from reservoir 92 of the hairbrush. Optionally, the hairbrush may include hinge 100 configured to facilitate opening and closing of the hairbrush and / or reservoir. Optionally, locking system 102 may be configured to prevent activation of the dispensing mechanism, e.g., the dispensing hairbrush system may be used as a regular brush. Optionally, the back of head 90 may include a pusher plate 104. Optionally, pusher plate 104 may be a button. Optionally, pusher plate 104 may be configured to fit within a section of the back of head 90. Optionally, pressing pusher plate 104 may dispense the hair care product.

[0088] Fig. 8 is a schematic cross-sectional diagram illustrating of a hairbrush dispensing system in a closed configuration with a cartridge inside, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention. For example, the hairbrush dispensing system may include two components: a multi-use hairbrush; and a single-use cartridge 106. The hairbrush may include a handle 108 and a brush body 110 with a reservoir 112 with an opening (not shown) and, optionally replaceable, bristles 114. The hairbrush and / or part thereof may be opened to facilitate removal and / or replacement and / or adjustment of bristles 114. Optionally, reservoir 112 may include one or more channels 116 between the bristles 114 through which reservoir 112 may be visible. Optionally, channels 116 may be configured to assist in distributing the dispensed hair care product. Additionally, or alternatively, the hairbrush and / or part thereof may be opened to facilitate insertion into and / or removal of cartridge 106 from reservoir 112 of the hairbrush. Cartridge 106 may include a pouch (not shown) configured to contain a hair care product and an applicator (not shown) and a dispensing mechanism 118. The applicator may be configured to protrude through the reservoir 112 opening in the brush body 110 of the hairbrush, through which hair care product may be dispensed on triggering dispensing mechanism 118.

[0089] The hairbrush may include hinge 122 configured to facilitate opening and closing of the hairbrush and / or reservoir. Optionally, locking system 102 may be configured to prevent activation of dispensing mechanism 118, e.g., the dispensing hairbrush system may be used as a regular brush. Optionally, the back of brush body 110 may include a pusher plate 124. Optionally, pusher plate 124 may be a button. Optionally, pusher plate 124 may be configured to fit within a section of the back of brush body 110. Optionally, pressing pusher plate 124 may activate pusher 126 to trigger dispensing mechanism 118 to dispense the hair care product.

[0090] Figs. 9A-B is a schematic diagram illustrating an exploded view of an exemplary hairbrush dispensing system, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention. For example, the hairbrush dispensing system may include two components: a multi-use hairbrush 128; and a bottle 130. Optionally, bottle 130 may be a single-use container. Optionally, bottle 130 may be a multi-use container. Optionally, bottle 130 may include a lid 132 (e.g., baseplate) optionally, lid 132 may be opened to refill bottle 130 and then resealed. Bottle 130 may include an applicator 144.

[0091] Bottle 130 may be impermeable to air and / or moisture. Optionally, the applicator 144 may be a spray head. Optionally, the spray head may be configured to clip and / or click onto the top of the bottle, e.g., a onetime clip. Optionally, the spray head may be difficult to disassemble from the top of the bottle. Optionally, the spray head and / or bottle 130 may include one or more alignment elements 146 to ensure correct alignment of the spray head with the bottle and / or one or more components of the hairbrush. Optionally, the spray head may include a dip tube (not shown). Optionally, the dip tube may be angled and / or curved and / or aligned with the spray head to facilitate access to the fluid within the bottle. Optionally, the dip tube may be angled and / or curved and / or aligned with the hairbrush head to facilitate access to the fluid within the bottle while in use by the hairbrush.

[0092] Bottle 130 may be configured to be inserted into the handle 134 of hairbrush 128 through an opening in the bottom of the hairbrush. Optionally, handle 134 may be hollow. Optionally, bottlel30 and / or handle 134 may include an alignment element 148 configured to facilitate alignment of bottle 130 within hairbrush 128. Optionally, bottle 130 may be shaped to fit within the handle 134 of hairbrush 128. Optionally, bottle 130 may be shaped to fit within the handle 134 and / or head 136 of hairbrush 128, e.g., the body of bottle 130 may fit within handle 134 of hairbrush 128 while spray head 144 of the bottle may be configured to fit within the head 136 of hairbrush 128. Optionally, the spray head 144 may be configured to align with nozzle opening 138 and / or pusher plate 150 (e.g., button). Optionally, spray head 144 of bottle 130 may be configured to fit within and / or protrude through nozzle opening 138 in the front of head 136 of hairbrush 128. Optionally, bottle 130 may be configured to taper from the bottom to the top. Optionally, the tapering of bottle 130 may facilitate alignment of the bottle within the hairbrush. Optionally, the tapering of bottle 130 may facilitate alignment of the bottle within handle 134 of hairbrush 128. Optionally, bottle 130 may have a cross-section which may be circular, non-circular, square, rectangular, triangular, pentagonal, hexagonal, septagonal, etc. Optionally, the cross-section of bottle 130 may be configured to assist in aligning the bottle within the hairbrush. Optionally, the cross-section of bottle 130 may correspond to the cross-section of the hairbrush handle 134. Optionally, bottle 130 may be self-aligning within hairbrush 128.

[0093] Hairbrush 128 may include a locking mechanism 152 configured to prevent the bottle from falling out of the hairbrush once inserted. Optionally, locking mechanism 152 may include a release mechanism to facilitate removal and / or exchange of the bottle, such as, when a bottle is empty, when a user wishes to change the between fluids dispensed, e.g., detangling liquid, leave in conditioner, keratin fluid, etc. Optionally, locking mechanism 152 may be located on the handle 134 of the hairbrush and / or the head 136 of hairbrush 128. Optionally, locking mechanism 152 may include an interference element 154 located on bottle 130 and / or the hairbrush 128. Optionally, interference element 154 may be configured to interact with locking mechanism 152. Optionally, locking mechanism 152 may be biased to prevent accidental uncoupling of bottle 130 and hairbrush 128.

[0094] Spray head applicator 144 may be configured to dispense a fluid through the nozzle opening 138 in the front of the hairbrush. Optionally, nozzle opening 138 may be located centrally on the front of the head of the hairbrush. Optionally, the fluid may be dispensed directly onto the hair of a user through the hairbrush. Optionally, the head may include one or more channels 142 configured to assist in distributing the dispensed fluid. Optionally, bristles 140 of hairbrush 128 may be “wet” by the fluid dispensed. Optionally, bristles 140 may be dry and / or wet. Optionally, bristles 140 of hairbrush head may be configured to distribute the fluid through the user’s hair. Optionally, bristles 140 of hairbrush head may be configured to distribute the fluid evenly through the user’s hair. Optionally, the spray head 144 and / or nozzle opening 138 may be configured to create various spray patterns. Optionally, the spray patterns may vary in shape (e.g., hollow cone, full cone, flat fan, multiple plume spray, solid stream, etc.) And / or size depending on the nozzle design and / or intended application and / or viscosity of the dispensed fluid.

[0095] The back of the hairbrush head may include a pusher plate 150. Optionally, pusher plate 150 may be a button. Optionally, pusher plate 150 may be configured to fit within a section 158 of the back of head 136. Optionally, pressing pusher plate 150 may activate a pusher 156 to trigger a dispensing mechanism (e.g., a pump) to dispense the hair care product.

[0096] Fig. 10 is a schematic diagram illustrating an exemplary hairbrush dispensing system, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention. For example, the hairbrush dispensing system may include two components: a multi-use hairbrush 160; and a bottle 162. Optionally, bottle 162 may be a single-use container. Optionally, bottle 162 may be a multiuse container. Optionally, bottle 162 may include a lid 164 (e.g., baseplate) optionally, lid 164 may be opened to refill bottle 162 and then resealed. Bottle 162 may include an applicator 166.

[0097] Bottle 162 may be impermeable to air and / or moisture. Optionally, the applicator 166 may be a spray head. Optionally, the spray head may be configured to clip and / or click onto the top of the bottle, e.g., a onetime clip. Optionally, the spray head may be difficult to disassemble from the top of the bottle. Optionally, the spray head and / or bottle 162 may include one or more alignment elements 168, 170 to ensure correct alignment of the spray head with the bottle and / or one or more components of the hairbrush. Optionally, the spray head may include a dip tube (not shown). Optionally, the dip tube may be angled and / or curved and / or aligned with the spray head to facilitate access to the fluid within the bottle. Optionally, the dip tube may be angled and / or curved and / or aligned with the hairbrush head to facilitate access to the fluid within the bottle while in use by the hairbrush.

[0098] Bottle 162 may be configured to be inserted into the handle 172 of hairbrush 160 through an opening 186 in the bottom of the hairbrush. Optionally, handle 172 may be hollow. Optionally, bottlel62 and / or handle 172 may include an alignment element 148 configured to facilitate alignment of bottle 162 within hairbrush 160. Optionally, bottle 162 may be shaped to fit within the handle 172 of hairbrush 160. Optionally, bottle 162 may be shaped to fit within the handle 172 and / or head 174 of hairbrush 160, e.g., the body of bottle 162 may fit within handle 172 of hairbrush 160 while spray head 166 of the bottle may be configured to fit within the head 174 of hairbrush 160. Optionally, head 174 may be hollow. Optionally, the applicator 166 (e.g., including a spray head) may be configured to align with a nozzle opening (not shown) and / or pusher plate 176 (e.g., button). Optionally, a user may use his thumb to push pusher plate 176 thereby sliding a slider 175. For example, slider 175 may be coupled to the applicator 166 such that longitudinal movement of the slider 175 also moves the applicator 166 and / or dispenses the contents of the bottle 162. Optionally, applicator 166 of bottle 162 may be configured to fit within and / or protrude through the nozzle opening in the front of head 174 of hairbrush 160. Optionally, bottle 162 may be configured to taper from the bottom to the top. Optionally, the tapering of bottle 162 may facilitate alignment of the bottle within the hairbrush. Optionally, the tapering of bottle 162 may facilitate alignment of the bottle within handle 172 of hairbrush 160. Optionally, bottle 162 may have a cross-section which may be circular, non-circular, square, rectangular, triangular, pentagonal, hexagonal, septagonal, etc. Optionally, the cross-section of bottle 162 may be configured to assist in aligning the bottle within the hairbrush. Optionally, the cross-section of bottle 162 may correspond to the crosssection of the hairbrush handle 172. Optionally, bottle 162 may be self-aligning within hairbrush 160. For example, the corners of the bottle 162 may be rounded and / or the bottle 162 may be tapered such that the if fits loosely into the opening 186, but are forced into precise alignment as they are pushed into their fully inserted position.

[0099] Hairbrush 160 may include a locking mechanism 178 configured to prevent the bottle from falling out of the hairbrush once inserted. Optionally, locking mechanism 178 may include a release mechanism to facilitate removal and / or exchange of the bottle, such as, when a bottle is empty, when a user wishes to change the between fluids dispensed, e.g., detangling liquid, leave in conditioner, keratin fluid, etc. Optionally, locking mechanism 178 may be located on the handle 172 of the hairbrush and / or the head 174 of hairbrush 160. Optionally, locking mechanism 178 may include an interference element 182 located on bottle 162 and / or the hairbrush 160. Optionally, interference element 182 may be configured to interact with locking mechanism 178. Optionally, locking mechanism 178 may be biased to prevent accidental uncoupling of bottle 162 and hairbrush 160.

[0100] Spray head applicator 166 may be configured to dispense a fluid through the nozzle opening in the front of the hairbrush. Optionally, the nozzle opening may be located centrally on the front of the head of the hairbrush. Optionally, the fluid may be dispensed directly onto the hair of a user through the hairbrush. Optionally, the head may include one or more channels (not shown) configured to assist in distributing the dispensed fluid. Optionally, bristles 180 of hairbrush 160 may be “wet” by the fluid dispensed. Optionally, bristles 180 may be dry and / or wet. Optionally, bristles 180 of hairbrush head may be configured to distribute the fluid through the user’s hair. Optionally, bristles 180 of hairbrush head 176 may be configured to distribute the fluid evenly through the user’s hair. Optionally, the spray head 166 and / or the nozzle opening may be configured to create various spray patterns. Optionally, the spray patterns may vary in shape (e.g., hollow cone, full cone, flat fan, multiple plume spray, solid stream, etc.) And / or size depending on the nozzle design and / or intended application and / or viscosity of the dispensed fluid.

[0101] The back of the hairbrush head may include a pusher plate 176. Optionally, pusher plate 176 may be a button. Optionally, pusher plate 176 may be configured to fit within a section of the back of head 174. Optionally, pressing pusher plate 176 may activate a pusher to trigger a dispensing mechanism (e.g., a pump) to dispense the hair care product.

[0102] Figs. 11A-B are schematic diagrams illustrating an exemplary bottle, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention. For example, bottle 188 may be a single-use container. Optionally, bottle 188 may be a multi-use container. Optionally, bottle 188 may include a lid 200 (e.g., baseplate) optionally, lid 200 may be opened to refill bottle 188 and then resealed. Bottle 188 may be impermeable to air and / or moisture.

[0103] Bottle 188 may be connected to an applicator. Optionally, the applicator may be a spray head 190. Optionally, the spray head 190 may be configured to clip and / or click onto the top of the bottle 188, e.g., a onetime clip. Optionally, spray head 190 may be difficult to disassemble from the top of the bottle 188. Optionally, spray head 190 may include an alignment element 192 configured to fit into a corresponding alignment element 194 on bottle 188. Optionally, alignment elements 192, 194 may be configured to ensure correct alignment of spray head 190 with bottle 188 and / or one or more components of the hairbrush. For example, alignment element 192 includes a tab that fits into a slot in alignment element 194. Optionally, the corners of the tab are rounded such that it fits into the slot loosely at first and as the spray head is locked into place, the straight edges of the tab align to the straight edges of the slot, thereby locking the spray head 190 into precise alignment.

[0104] Spray head may also include an alignment element 191 that aligns the spray head 190 directly with the handle 172 of the multi-use hairbrush 160 and / or slider 175. For example, alignment element 191 may include a projection that fits into a groove in handle 172 and / or slider 175. Alternatively or additionally, alignment of bottle 188 and handle 172 combined with alignment of bottle 188 and spray head applicator 190 may align spray head applicator 190 to handle 172. In some embodiments, nozzle 196 is aligned with a nozzle opening (e.g., nozzle opening 138 a brush 174). For example, aligning spray head applicator 144 with bottle 188 and / or handle 172 and / or slider 175 may align nozzle opening 138 with nozzle 196).

[0105] Optionally, spray head 190 may include a dip tube (not shown). Optionally, the dip tube may be angled and / or curved and / or aligned with spray head 190 to facilitate access to the fluid within the bottle 188. Optionally, the dip tube may be angled and / or curved and / or aligned with the hairbrush head to facilitate access to the fluid within the bottle 188 while in use by the hairbrush. For example, when the handle 172 and / or bristles 180 are held in a typical position (e.g., downward) for brushing hair, the opening of the dip tube (e.g., at the back of the dip tube) may be angled towards the bottom of bottle 162.

[0106] Spray head applicator 190 may be configured to dispense a fluid through a nozzle 196 via the nozzle opening in the front of the hairbrush. Optionally, nozzle 196 of spray head 190 and / or the nozzle opening may be configured to create various spray patterns. Optionally, the spray patterns may vary in shape (e.g., hollow cone, full cone, flat fan, multiple plume spray, solid stream, etc.) And / or size depending on the nozzle 196 design and / or intended application and / or viscosity of the dispensed fluid.

[0107] The hairbrush may include a locking mechanism configured to prevent bottle 188 from falling out of the hairbrush once inserted. Optionally, locking mechanism may include a release mechanism to facilitate removal and / or exchange of the bottle, such as, when a bottle is empty, when a user wishes to change the between fluids dispensed, e.g., detangling liquid, leave in conditioner, keratin fluid, etc. Optionally, locking mechanism may be located on the handle of the hairbrush and / or the head of hairbrush. Optionally, locking mechanism may include an interference element 182, 198 located on bottle 162 and / or the hairbrush 160. Optionally, interference element 182. 198 may be configured to interact with locking mechanism 178. Optionally, locking mechanism 178 may be biased to prevent accidental uncoupling of bottle 162 and hairbrush 160. For example, as bottle 188 slides into opening 214, interference element 182. 198 may deflect and return interlocking an edge of element 182. 198 to an edge of mechanism 178 and / or interference element 182. 198 may deflect and return locking into a groove in the handle 172.

[0108] In some embodiments, bottle 130 and / or dispenser may be reusable. Alternatively or additionally bottle 130 and / or a dispenser (e.g., spray head applicator 144) may be single use. Various distinctions between a single-use pump spray bottle and a multi-use, refillable may include their intended lifespan and / or the reversibility of connections of their parts.

[0109] Single-use bottles are typically crafted from lighter, less robust, and optionally cheaper plastics like thinner PET or HDPE. The manufacturing priority for these is often to minimize material cost for a single product cycle, meaning they may be more prone to cracking or wear if an attempt is made to refill them repeatedly. In contrast, refillable bottles are commonly constructed from more durable, thicker plastics, or for example, glass, aluminum, or stainless steel. These materials are chosen for their longevity, ability to withstand repeated handling, and may offer better chemical compatibility with a wider range of substances a user might choose to refill.

[0110] The pump mechanism in a single-use bottle is generally engineered for a limited number of actuations, sufficient only for its initial product fill. Its components may be made with looser tolerances or less resilient materials. The spray head applicator 144 and or lid 132 is often permanently crimped, sealed (e.g., heat sealed, soldered (e.g., ultrasonically) and / or cemented) onto the bottle during manufacturing to ensure product integrity and / or prevent tampering, making it difficult to remove without damaging the bottle. Conversely, the pump mechanism of a refillable bottle is designed for a much longer operational life, capable of enduring hundreds or thousands of pumps. Its components are typically more robust, featuring better seals and spring mechanisms. The spray head applicator 144 and / or lid 132 over a refillable bottle may almost always designed to be removed from the bottle, allowing for easy refilling; this may involve a standard screw thread and / or flexible connectors between the bottle 130, lid 132 and / or the spray head applicator 144.

[0111] Single-use bottles (e.g., lid 132) may sealed permanently after their initial filling. For example, sealing may be by methods such as heat-sealing, induction sealing, or crimping the spray head applicator 144 onto the neck and / or lid 132 onto the back of bottle 130. This sealing method may preserve product freshness and / or prevent leaks and / or pervert tampering. Refillable bottles, however, are specifically designed for repeated opening and resealing. For example, the spray head applicator 144 may be screwed-on, which may optionally include an additional inner cap or seal that may be removed for refilling. The bottle 130 neck and the spray head applicator 144 collar may be threaded, enabling straightforward detachment and reattachment.

[0112] Figs. 12A-E are schematic diagrams illustrating an exemplary hairbrush of a hairbrush dispensing system, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention. For example, the hairbrush may include a handle 202, bristles (not shown), and a head 204. Optionally, the bristles may be replaceable. Optionally, the bristles may be composed of a synthetic and / or natural material. Optionally, the bristles may be replaced and / or adjusted in accordance with the client’s hair and / or desired hair style.

[0113] Head 204 of the hairbrush may be configured to facilitate dispensing of a hair care product. Optionally, the hair care product may be a fluid and / or powder and / or gel. Optionally, head 204 of the hairbrush may include a back (without bristles) and a front (with bristles). Optionally, the front of the hairbrush may include a nozzle opening. Optionally, the applicator of a container (e.g., cartridge, bottle, cartridge within a bottle, etc.) May protrude through the nozzle opening. Optionally, the back of the hairbrush may include a pusher plate 206. Optionally, pusher plate 206 may be a button. Optionally, pusher plate 206 may be configured to fit within a section of the back. Optionally, pressing the pusher plate 206 in the section of the back may dispense the hair care product. Optionally, pressing pusher plate 206 may activate a pusher 208 to trigger a dispensing mechanism of a container (e.g., a pump) to dispense the hair care product. For example, pusher plate 206 is installed slidably into handle 202. Optionally, pusher 208 is positioned over spray head 190 such that sliding pusher plate 208 longitudinally towards the end of the handle pushes pusher 208 against the spray head 190 actuating the spray head and / or dispensing the contents of the bottle 188. For example, a user may push a slider tab 207 with his thumb while hold the brush and / or brushing his hair. Alternatively or additionally, the contents of bottle 188 may be dispensed by pushing bottle 188 longitudinally towards the brush head 190 while retaining spray head 190 in place, thereby pushing bottle 188 against spray head 190 activating the dispensing.

[0114] The hairbrush system may include a dispensing mechanism configured to facilitate dispensing of a fluid from a container (e.g., cartridge and / or bottle and / or part thereof) located within the hairbrush, e.g., reservoir, handle, etc. Optionally, the dispensing mechanism may facilitate partial and / or complete expulsion of a fluid from a container. Optionally, the dispensing mechanism may be triggered manually by the user, e.g., by squeezing the handle of the hairbrush, depressing a section of the back of the head of the hairbrush, pushing a button on the handle of the hairbrush, pushing a button on the back of the hairbrush, etc.

[0115] The hairbrush may include one or more alignment elements 210 to ensure correct alignment of the container and / or applicator with one or more components of the hairbrush. The container may be configured to be inserted into the handle 202 of the hairbrush through an opening 214 in the bottom of the hairbrush. Optionally, handle 202 may be hollow. Optionally, the container and / or handle 202 may include alignment elements 210 configured to facilitate alignment of container within the hairbrush. Optionally, container may be shaped to fit within the handle 202 and / or head 204 of the hairbrush, e.g., the body of a bottle may fit within handle 202 while the applicator of the container may be configured to fit within the head 204. Optionally, the applicator of the container may be configured to align with the nozzle opening and / or pusher plate 206 (e.g., button). Optionally, the container may be configured to taper from the bottom to the top. Optionally, the tapering of the container may facilitate alignment of the bottle within the hairbrush. Optionally, the tapering of the container may facilitate alignment of the container within handle 202. Optionally, the container may have a cross-section which may be circular, non-circular, square, rectangular, triangular, pentagonal, hexagonal, septagonal, etc. Optionally, the cross-section of the container may be configured to assist in aligning the container within the hairbrush. Optionally, the cross-section of the container may correspond to the cross-section of the hairbrush handle 202. Optionally, the cross-section of the container may be smaller than the cross-section of handle 202. Optionally, optionally, the container may be self-aligning within the hairbrush and / or handle thereof.

[0116] The hairbrush may include a locking mechanism 216 configured to prevent the bottle from falling out of the hairbrush once inserted. Optionally, locking mechanism 216 may include a release mechanism to facilitate removal and / or exchange of the bottle, such as, when a bottle is empty, when a user wishes to change the between fluids dispensed, e.g., detangling liquid, leave in conditioner, keratin fluid, etc. Optionally, locking mechanism 216 may be located on the handle 202 of the hairbrush and / or the head 204 of the hairbrush. Optionally, locking mechanism 216 may include an interference element located on the container and / or the hairbrush. Optionally, the interference element may be configured to interact with locking mechanism 216. Optionally, locking mechanism 216 may be biased to prevent accidental uncoupling of the container and the hairbrush.

[0117] Fig. 13 is a block diagram of an exemplary hairbrush dispensing system, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention. For example, hairbrush 228 dispensing system 218 may include two components: a multi-use hairbrush 228; and a bottle 220. Optionally, bottle 220 may be a single-use container. Optionally, bottle 220 may be a multiuse container. Optionally, bottle 220 may include a lid 226 (e.g., baseplate). Optionally, lid 226 may be opened to refill bottle 220 and then resealed. Bottle 220 may be impermeable to air and / or moisture. Bottle 220 may include an applicator. Optionally, the applicator may be a spray head 222. Optionally, the spray head 222 may be configured to clip and / or click onto the top of the body 224 of bottle 220, e.g., a onetime clip. Optionally, spray head 222 may be difficult to disassemble from the top of the bottle 220. Optionally, spray head 222 may include an alignment element 238 configured to fit into a corresponding alignment element 238 on body of bottle 220. Optionally, alignment elements 238 may be configured to ensure correct alignment of spray head 222 with bottle 220 and / or one or more components of hairbrush 228. Optionally, spray head 222 may include a dip tube (not shown). Optionally, the dip tube may be angled and / or curved and / or aligned with spray head 222 to facilitate access to the fluid within the bottle 220. Optionally, the dip tube may be angled and / or curved and / or aligned with hairbrush 228 head to facilitate access to the fluid within the bottle 220 while in use by hairbrush 228.

[0118] Spray head applicator 222 may be configured to dispense a fluid through a nozzle 196 via nozzle opening 230 in the front of hairbrush 228. Optionally, nozzle of spray head 222 and / or nozzle opening 230 may be configured to create various spray patterns. Optionally, the spray patterns may vary in shape (e.g., hollow cone, full cone, flat fan, multiple plume spray, solid stream, etc.) And / or size depending on the nozzle design and / or intended application and / or viscosity of the dispensed fluid.

[0119] Hairbrush 228 may include a handle 236, bristles (not shown), and a head 232. Optionally, the bristles may be replaceable. Optionally, the bristles may be composed of a synthetic and / or natural material. Optionally, the bristles may be replaced and / or adjusted in accordance with the client’s hair and / or desired hair style.

[0120] Head 232 of hairbrush 228 may be configured to facilitate dispensing of a hair care product. Optionally, the hair care product may be a fluid and / or powder and / or gel. Optionally, head 232 of hairbrush 228 may include a back (without bristles) and a front (with bristles). Optionally, the front of hairbrush 228 may include a nozzle opening. Optionally, the applicator of a container (e.g., cartridge, bottle, cartridge within a bottle, etc.) May protrude through the nozzle opening. Optionally, the back of hairbrush 228 may include a pusher plate. Optionally, pusher plate may be a button. Optionally, pusher plate may be configured to fit within a section of the back. Optionally, pressing the pusher plate in the section of the back may dispense the hair care product. Optionally, pressing pusher plate may activate a pusher to trigger a dispensing mechanism of a container (e.g., a pump) to dispense the hair care product.

[0121] Hairbrush 228 system may include a dispensing mechanism configured to facilitate dispensing of a fluid from a container (e.g., cartridge and / or bottle and / or part thereof) located within hairbrush 228, e.g., reservoir, handle, etc. Optionally, the dispensing mechanism may facilitate partial and / or complete expulsion of a fluid from a container. Optionally, the dispensing mechanism may be triggered manually by the user, e.g., by squeezing the handle of hairbrush 228, depressing a section of the back of the head of hairbrush 228, pushing a button on the handle of hairbrush 228, pushing a button on the back of hairbrush 228, etc.

[0122] Hairbrush 228 may include one or more alignment elements 238 to ensure correct alignment of bottle 220 and / or applicator with one or more components of hairbrush 228. Bottle 220 may be configured to be inserted into the handle 236 of hairbrush 228 through an opening in the bottom of hairbrush 228. Optionally, handle 236 may be hollow. Optionally, bottle 220 and / or handle 236 may include alignment elements 238 configured to facilitate alignment of bottle 220 within hairbrush 228. Optionally, body 224 may be shaped to fit within the handle 236 and / or head 232 of hairbrush 228, e.g., the body 224 of bottle 220 may fit within handle 236 while the applicator of bottle 220 may be configured to fit within the head 232. Optionally, the applicator of bottle 220 may be configured to align with nozzle opening 230 and / or pusher plate (e.g., button). Optionally, body 224 may be configured to taper from the bottom to the top. Optionally, the tapering of body 224 may facilitate alignment of the bottle within hairbrush 228. Optionally, the tapering of body 224 may facilitate alignment of bottle 220 within handle 236. Optionally, body 224 may have a cross-section which may be circular, non-circular, square, rectangular, triangular, pentagonal, hexagonal, septagonal, etc. Optionally, the cross-section of body 224 may be configured to assist in aligning bottle 220 within hairbrush 228. Optionally, the cross-section of body 224 may correspond to the crosssection of hairbrush 228 handle 236. Optionally, the cross-section of body 224 may be smaller than the cross-section of handle 236. Optionally, optionally, bottle 220 may be self-aligning within hairbrush 228 and / or handle thereof.

[0123] Hairbrush 228 may include a locking mechanism 234 configured to prevent the bottle from falling out of hairbrush 228 once inserted. Optionally, locking mechanism 234 may include a release mechanism to facilitate removal and / or exchange of the bottle, such as, when a bottle is empty, when a user wishes to change the between fluids dispensed, e.g., detangling liquid, leave in conditioner, keratin fluid, etc. Optionally, locking mechanism 234 may be located on the handle 236 of hairbrush 228 and / or the head 232 of hairbrush 228. Optionally, locking mechanism 234 may include an interference element located on bottle 220 and / or hairbrush 228. Optionally, the interference element may be configured to interact with locking mechanism 234. Optionally, locking mechanism 234 may be biased to prevent accidental uncoupling of bottle 220 and hairbrush 228.

[0124] Fig. 14 is a flow chart illustrating a method of inserting a container into a hairbrush of a hairbrush dispensing system, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention. For example, in method 240, an applicator may be attached 242 to the body of a bottle. Optionally, the applicator may be a spray head. Optionally, the applicator may be configured to clip and / or click onto the top of the body of the bottle, e.g., a onetime clip. Optionally, the applicator may be difficult to disassemble from the top of the bottle. Optionally, the applicator may include an alignment element configured to fit into a corresponding alignment element on the body of the bottle. Optionally, the alignment elements may be configured to ensure correct alignment of the applicator with the bottle and / or one or more components of hairbrush. Optionally, the applicator may include a dip tube. Optionally, the dip tube may be angled and / or curved and / or aligned with the applicator to facilitate access to the fluid within the bottle. Optionally, the dip tube may be angled and / or curved and / or aligned with hairbrush head to facilitate access to the fluid within the bottle while in use by hairbrush.

[0125] The bottle may be filled 246 and / or refilled with the required hair care product by opening a portion of the bottle, e.g., back plate, bottom plate, lid, etc. The bottle may include a lid (e.g., baseplate) configured to be opened to fill and / or refill the bottle with the required hair care product. Optionally, the bottle may be configured to be rapidly refilled through the opening. The bottle may then be sealed 248 by closing the lid. The lid may click and / or clip into place to cover the opening.

[0126] The bottle may be aligned 250 with an opening in the base of the handle of a hairbrush. The bottle may include one or more alignment elements configured to ensure correct alignment of the bottle with one or more components of the hairbrush. Optionally, the alignment elements may include tapering of the bottle, a clip applicator configured to attach with a specific orientation to the body of the bottle, a matching groove and protrusion (e.g., a longitudinal protrusion along the body that slides along a longitudinal groove in the handle), a cross- sectional shape of the bottle and / or interior of the handle (e.g., the bottle only fits into the handle in a preferred orientation), an interference element, or a combination thereof. The alignment feature may be self-aligning (e.g., the bottle fits loosely into the handle over a range of alignments and as the bottle is inserted it is forced into precise alignment [e.g., due to the taper of the bottle and / or the handle and / or the alignment element]).

[0127] In some embodiments, the applicator may be configured to align with the bottle. The bottle may include one or more alignment elements configured to ensure correct alignment of the bottle with the applicator. Optionally, the alignment elements may include tapering of the connector between the applicator and the bottles and / or a shape configured to attach 242 with a specific orientation, a matching groove and protrusion, a cross-sectional shape of the bottle and / or the applicator (e.g., the bottle only fits into the handle in a preferred orientation), an interference element, or a combination thereof. The alignment feature may be self-aligning (e.g., fits loosely over a range of alignments and as the applicator is finally positioned it is forced into precise alignment.

[0128] In various embodiments, alignment features may include, chamfers or bevels that create angled edges at the opening or leading end to guide initial entry and prevent catching; a lead-in or pilot diameter makes the leading section of the inserted object slightly smaller to establish coaxial alignment before the alignment feature engages; a taper or conical section provides a longer, gradual guiding path for precise progressive alignment; and keyways and keys or splines to achieve specific rotational alignment, and / or mating grooves and protrusions facilitating correct angular orientation and / or aiding insertion.

[0129] The applicator of the bottle may be configured to align with and / or protrude through a nozzle opening in the front of the head (with bristles) of the hairbrush. The bottle may be inserted 252 within a hollow handle of a hairbrush.

[0130] In some embodiments, the bottle may be locked into the handle. For example, Simple passive mechanical elements may be used to effectively lock the bottle into the handle. For example, a press fit may be used. Optionally, the press fit relies on designing the inner object slightly larger than the hollow, creating continuous friction as material deforms upon forced insertion. An interference element (e.g., a snap fit and / or detent mechanism) may employs a resilient protrusion on one part that temporarily deflects during insertion and then "snaps" into a corresponding recess, groove and / or protrusion on the other part, forming a positive mechanical interlock. Alternatively or additionally, barbs and / or ribs are angled may be used. For example, the barbs and / or flexible ribs may include, flexible protrusions that easily slide in one direction but resist withdrawal by digging into or creating friction against the opposing wall.

[0131] Fig. 15 is a flow chart illustrating a method of use of a hairbrush dispensing system, in accordance with some embodiments of the current invention. For example, in method 254 a bottle may be aligned 256 for insertion with a handle of a hairbrush. The bottle may be inserted 258 within a hollow handle of a hairbrush. The bottle may include one or more alignment elements configured to ensure correct alignment of the bottle with one or more components of the hairbrush. Optionally, the alignment elements may include tapering of the bottle, a clip applicator configured to attach 242 with a specific orientation to the body of the bottle, a cross- sectional shape of the bottle and / or interior of the handle, an interference element, or a combination thereof. The applicator of the bottle may be configured to align with and / or protrude through a nozzle opening in the front of the head (with bristles) of the hairbrush. The bottle may be locked 260 within the handle. Dispensing of the hair care product may be triggered 262 by pushing a pusher plate (e.g., a button) in the back (without bristles) of the hairbrush head configured to activate a dispensing mechanism of the applicator (e.g., a pump). Optionally, nozzle of the applicator and / or the nozzle opening may be configured to create various spray patterns. Optionally, the spray patterns may vary in shape (e.g., hollow cone, full cone, flat fan, multiple plume spray, solid stream, etc.) And / or size depending on the nozzle design and / or intended application and / or viscosity of the dispensed fluid. The hair care product may be applied 264 to the user’s hair while brushing. Optionally, the head may include one or more channels configured to assist in distributing the dispensed fluid. Optionally, the bristles of the hairbrush may be “wet” by the fluid dispensed. Optionally, bristles may be dry and / or wet. Optionally, the bristles of hairbrush head may be configured to distribute the fluid through the user’s hair. Optionally, the bristles of hairbrush head may be configured to distribute the fluid evenly through the user’s hair.

[0132] These embodiments are provided by way of example and are in no means intended to limit the scope of the invention.

[0133] While the invention has been described in its preferred form or embodiment with some degree of particularity, it is understood that this description has been given only by way of example and that numerous changes in the details of construction, fabrication, and use, including the combination and arrangement of parts, may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention.

[0134] GENERAL

[0135] It is expected that during the life of a patent maturing from this application many relevant building technologies, artificial intelligence methodologies, computer user interfaces, image capture devices will be developed and the scope of the terms for design elements, analysis routines, user devices is intended to include all such new technologies a priori.

[0136] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and / or scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which the invention pertains. Although methods and materials similar or equivalent to those described herein can be used in the practice or testing of embodiments of the invention, exemplary methods and / or materials are described below. In case of conflict, the patent specification, including definitions, will control. In addition, the materials, methods, and examples are illustrative only and are not intended to be necessarily limiting.

[0137] As used herein the term “about” refers to ~ 10%

[0138] The terms "comprises", "comprising", "includes", "including", “having” and their conjugates mean "including but not limited to".

[0139] The term “consisting of’ means “including and limited to”.

[0140] The term "consisting essentially of' means that the composition, method or structure may include additional ingredients, steps and / or parts, but only if the additional ingredients, steps and / or parts do not materially alter the basic and novel characteristics of the claimed composition, method or structure.

[0141] As used herein, the singular form "a", "an" and "the" include plural references unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.

[0142] As used herein, the terms “multiple” and “multi” are used interchangeably, and mean one or more, e.g., 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 20, etc.

[0143] Throughout this application, various embodiments of this invention may be presented in a range format. It should be understood that the description in range format is merely for convenience and brevity and should not be construed as an inflexible limitation on the scope of the invention. Accordingly, the description of a range should be considered to have specifically disclosed all the possible subranges as well as individual numerical values within that range. For example, description of a range such as from 1 to 6 should be considered to have specifically disclosed subranges such as from 1 to 3, from 1 to 4, from 1 to 5, from 2 to 4, from 2 to 6, from 3 to 6 etc., as well as individual numbers within that range, for example, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6. This applies regardless of the breadth of the range.

[0144] Whenever a numerical range is indicated herein, it is meant to include any cited numeral (fractional or integral) within the indicated range. The phrases “ranging / ranges between” a first indicate number and a second indicate number and “ranging / ranges from” a first indicate number “to” a second indicate number are used herein interchangeably and are meant to include the first and second indicated numbers and all the fractional and integral numerals therebetween.

[0145] It is appreciated that certain features of the invention, which are, for clarity, described in the context of separate embodiments, may also be provided in combination in a single embodiment. Conversely, various features of the invention, which are, for brevity, described in the context of a single embodiment, may also be provided separately or in any suitable sub-combination or as suitable in any other described embodiment of the invention. Certain features described in the context of various embodiments are not to be considered essential features of those embodiments, unless the embodiment is inoperative without those elements.

[0146] Although the invention has been described in conjunction with specific embodiments thereof, it is evident that many alternatives, modifications and variations will be apparent to those skilled in the art. Accordingly, it is intended to embrace all such alternatives, modifications and variations that fall within the spirit and broad scope of the appended claims.

[0147] All publications, patents and patent applications mentioned in this specification are herein incorporated in their entirety by reference into the specification, to the same extent as if each individual publication, patent or patent application was specifically and individually indicated to be incorporated herein by reference. In addition, citation or identification of any reference in this application shall not be construed as an admission that such reference is available as prior art to the present invention. To the extent that section headings are used, they should not be construed as necessarily limiting.

Claims

ClaimsWhat is claimed is:

1. A hair care dispensing system comprising: a multi-use hairbrush, wherein the hairbrush comprises:A head with a back without bristles and a front including bristles and a nozzle opening; andA hollow handle; a container, wherein the container comprises a body configured to hold a hair care product and an applicator; wherein the container is configured to be inserted within the handle with a specific alignment, and the applicator is configured to fit within or to protrude through the nozzle opening.

2. The system according to claim 1, wherein the hairbrush includes a locking mechanism configured to hold the container within the handle of the hairbrush.

3. The system of claim 2, wherein the locking mechanism is configured to interact with an interference element located on the container.

4. The system according to claim 1, wherein the hairbrush includes a pusher plate configured to trigger a dispensing mechanism of the container to dispense the hair care product when pushed.

5. The system according to claim 1, wherein the hairbrush includes at least one alignment element configured to facilitate alignment of the container with one or more components of the hairbrush.

6. The system according to claim 1, wherein the container includes at least one alignment element configured to facilitate alignment of the container one or more components of the hairbrush.

7. The system according to claim 5 or claim 6, wherein the alignment elements are selected from at least one of tapering of the container, a clip applicator configured to attach with aspecific orientation to the body of the container, a cross-sectional shape of the container, a cross-sectional shape of an interior of the handle, an interference element, or a combination thereof.

8. The system according to claim 1 wherein a cross-section of the container is smaller than an internal cross-section of the hollow handle.

9. The system according to claim 1, wherein the container is configured to be self-aligning within the hairbrush.

10. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the hair care product is selected one or more of water, shampoo, conditioner, hair cream, oxidant, colorant, hair dye, oils, hair mask, detangler, anti-frizz mixture, moisturizer, lubricant, pest killing fluid, pest repellant fluid, dry shampoo, keratin, hair strengthener, hair straightener, powder, flea powder, hair growth formula, serum, hair tonic, cleaning fluid, and any combination thereof.

11. A container configured to dispense a hair care product comprising: a body configured to hold a hair care product; and an applicator configured to clip onto a top of the container, wherein the applicator and the body include one or more alignment elements configured to ensure correct alignment of the applicator.

12. The container according to claim 12, wherein the body is configured to taper from a bottom to the top.

13. The container according to claim 12, wherein the body has a cross-section which is noncircular, rectangular, triangular, pentagonal, or septagonal.

14. The container according to claim 12, wherein the container is a single-use container.

15. The container according to claim 12, wherein the applicator is a spray head.

16. The container according to claim 18, wherein the spray head includes a dip tube angled, curved or aligned with the spray head to facilitate access to a fluid within the container.

17. The container according to claim 18, wherein the spray head includes a nozzle configured to create various spray patterns.

18. The container according to claim 20, wherein the spray patterns vary in shape and sizedepending on one or more of nozzle design, intended application and viscosity of the dispensed hair care product.

19. The container according to claim 12, wherein the container includes an interference element configured to interact with a locking mechanism of an external device.

20. A method of loading a container for a hair care product into a hairbrush dispensing system, the method comprising: attaching an applicator to a body of a container, wherein the applicator includes an alignment element configured to fit into a corresponding alignment element on the body of the container; filling the container with a required hair care product; aligning the container with an opening in a handle of a hairbrush; and inserting the container within a hollow handle of the hairbrush.

21. The method according to claim 24, wherein the alignment elements are selected from one or more of tapering of the container, attaching the applicator with a specific orientation to the body of the container, a cross-sectional shape of the container, a cross-sectional shape of an interior of the handle, an interference element, or a combination thereof.

22. A method of dispensing a hair care product from a hairbrush dispensing system, the method comprising: aligning a container with an opening in a handle of a hairbrush, wherein the container comprises: a body configured to hold a hair care product; and an applicator configured to clip onto a top of the container, wherein the applicator and the body include one or more alignment elements configured to ensure correct alignment of the applicator; inserting the container within a hollow handle of the hairbrush; locking the container within the handle; and triggering the applicator to dispense the hair care product through a nozzle opening in a front of the hairbrush.

23. The method according to claim 27, wherein the aligning includes alignment of one or more alignment elements of the container and the hairbrush.

24. The method according to claim 28, wherein the alignment elements are selected from one or more of tapering of the container, attaching the applicator with a specific orientation to the body of the container, a cross-sectional shape of the container, a cross-sectional shape of an interior of the handle, an interference element, or a combination thereof.

25. The method of claim 27, wherein the applicator is configured to align with or protrude through a nozzle opening in the hairbrush.

26. The method according to claim 27, further comprising locking the container within the hairbrush using a locking mechanism.

27. The method of claim 31 , further comprising an interference element located on the container interacting with the locking mechanism.

28. The method according to claim 27, wherein the triggering includes pushing a pusher plate thereby triggering a dispensing mechanism of the container to dispense the hair care product.

29. The method according to claim 27, wherein the dispensing includes crating various spray patterns of the hair care product on dispersal through the nozzle opening.

30. The method according to claim 34, wherein the spray patterns vary in shape and size depending on one or more of nozzle design, nozzle opening, intended application and viscosity of the dispensed hair care product.

31. The method according to claim 27, further comprising accessing the hair care product within the container while in use by the hairbrush via a dip tube of the container angled, curved, or aligned with the nozzle opening.

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