555 results about "Personal hygiene" patented technology

The present invention relates to an absorbent structure, preferably for use in absorbent products, such as used in the food, consumer, household, building and construction, beauty and medical industry, and as used in the personal hygiene industry. The substantially cellulose free absorbent structures continuously immobilise absorbent polymer material via initial smaller pockets and subsequently larger compartments allowing excellent fluid management of the absorbent polymer material in dry, partially and fully liquid loaded state. Preferably such absorbent structure volume increases are result of temporary secondary attachment patterns made in combination with substantially permanent primary attachment grids allowing the release of bigger volumes from the initial smaller volumes by detachment of the secondary attachments. Furthermore the absorbent structure according to an embodiment of the invention non-homogeneously swells to form a liquid-managing surface structure as a result of exposing the absorbent structure to liquid. The present invention foresees in the need for improved flexible, thin, lightweight absorbent structures which overcome the absorbency problems of the prior art during absorption, distribution and retention of liquids with optimal fit.

A water-driveable personal hygiene device may be used to operate multiple, interchangeable personal hygiene implements. A water-driven rotary wheel, located in the handle of the device and connected to a driveshaft, creates either a back-and-forth or semi-rotating oscillating motion or a first personal hygiene implement, such as a toothbrush. An independently operated water-driveable second personal hygiene implement may be used to cause water to flow to the first personal hygiene implement or to be independently used. A method of using the device is also disclosed.

The disclosure is directed to an interactive packaging system for monitoring the usage of personal hygiene products, personal hygiene product packages, and restroom facilities. The interactive packaging system may include a plurality of usage monitoring devices each configured to detect physical stimulus associated with the usage of the product, package or facility with which the usage monitoring device is associate, and to transmit usage messages containing information relating to the detected physical stimulus. The interactive packaging system may further include a base station configured to receive the usage messages transmitted by the plurality of usage monitoring devices and to generate sensory perceptible outputs corresponding to the information contained in the usage messages. Either the usage monitoring devices or the base station may be configured to determine whether the products, packages or facilities are used appropriately based on the detected physical stimulus.

A wetness indicator material may be used on a substrate to form a wetness sensor. The sensor may show either the presence or absence of an aqueous-based fluid or water-containing medium, such as vaginal fluid or urine in a personal hygiene article. The wetness sensor may be incorporated into the article. The wetness indicator material includes a standard colorant that does not change color when wetted. The standard colorant increases the range of hues exhibited by the wetness indicator material.

A personal hygiene device includes a personal hygiene implement and a first position member. The personal hygiene device is capable of providing the user with feedback which can assist the user in his / her personal hygiene routines.

The invention relates to a process for producing a toothbrush having a body, which comprises a handle region, a head region and a neck region located between the handle region and the head region, and having functional elements which are arranged, at least in part, within the body and comprise an electrically operated functional unit and an electric supply device which has an energy store and is intended for the functional unit, in the case of which the body is produced, by injection molding, from at least one hard component, which serves as a reinforcement, and at least one soft component, and at least some of the functional elements, during the production of the body, are encapsulated, at least in part, directly by the plastic which forms the soft component.

The disclosure is directed to an interactive packaging system for monitoring the usage of personal hygiene products, personal hygiene product packages, and restroom facilities. The interactive packaging system may include a plurality of usage monitoring devices each configured to detect physical stimulus associated with the usage of the product, package or facility with which the usage monitoring device is associate, and to transmit usage messages containing information relating to the detected physical stimulus. The interactive packaging system may further include a base station configured to receive the usage messages transmitted by the plurality of usage monitoring devices and to generate sensory perceptible outputs corresponding to the information contained in the usage messages. Either the usage monitoring devices or the base station may be configured to determine whether the products, packages or facilities are used appropriately based on the detected physical stimulus.

The present invention relates to a method and apparatus for forming a composite structure, preferably for use in an absorbent structure used within the personal hygiene industry, such as for instance feminine hygiene garments, baby diapers and pants and adult incontinence garments. The present invention preferably provides a method and apparatus for depositing and positioning particulate materials in a desired pattern onto a moving carrier layer. The method allows accurate forming of a pattern of particulate material clusters at high production speed having improved attachment properties, with reduced raw material usage and relative low cost. The present invention foresees in the need for improved thin, flexible, lightweight absorbent structure having optimal absorption, distribution and retention.

The present invention relates to methods and compositions which employ low concentrations of combinations of zinc salts to prevent the irritation of skin or mucous membranes that may be caused by therapeutic agents, by personal hygiene products, by articles such as gloves or condoms, or by various physical, chemical, mechanical, or biological irritants.

The present invention relates to methods and compositions which employ low concentrations of combinations of zinc salts to prevent the irritation of skin or mucous membranes that may be caused by therapeutic agents, by personal hygiene products, or by various physical, chemical, mechanical, or biological irritants, including infectious agents.

The present invention relates to a wrapper for individually packaging absorbent articles for personal hygiene, especially tampons. The wrapper of the present invention is provided with an opening means, which prevents the wrapper from becoming separated into more than one piece of wrapper material upon being opened.

The present invention relates to an illuminated personal hygiene mirror for viewing facial skin or other areas of the body. In each of the embodiments of the present invention, a hand-held frame receives and supports a mirror. The mirror is covered with a polarizer for polarizing any reflected light falling thereon. A light source is positioned within the frame about the periphery of the mirror and is covered by a polarizing filter for polarizing light emitted therefrom. The mirror polarizer and light source polarizer are out of phase providing cross-polarized light to the eye of the user. An integral handle supports the frame and is held by the user when viewing facial skin. Other embodiments of the present invention include the same components, except a two-way mirror is employed and the mirror frame has a removable back portion to allow viewing by a second person. Other embodiments include an illuminated mirror employing cross and parallel polarization using two light sources. Other embodiments incorporate the use of a mirror filter which can rotate within the frame of the mirror to provide variable polarization to the user.

The present invention is a method for producing a nonwoven fabric from a water modifiable polyolefin-containing film. In order to produce the fabric where polyethylene is the minority constituent, a polymer blend is formed with the polyethylene as the dispersed phase and polyethylene oxide as the continuous phase. In another embodiment wherein the polyethylene is the majority constituent and the polyethylene oxide is the minority constituent of the film, a reactive blend created during processing exhibits an inverse phase morphology so that the polyethylene oxide becomes the continuous phase and the polyethylene becomes the dispersed phase. In either embodiment, the film is then treated with an aqueous solvent to remove the polyethylene oxide to produce the nonwoven, porous fabric. The resulting nonwoven, porous fabric has a silk-like hand and shine ideal for disposable personal hygiene articles, and is flushable through waste water disposal systems.

A unitary two component article for personal hygiene, as a toothbrush, wherein the same is formed by injection molding of two differing plastic materials, which plastics do not adhesively or chemically bond to each other, thereby facilitating the manufacturing process. The two differing plastic parts of the toothbrush are mechanically connected, as by interfitting portions of the two plastic components and as by shrinking one plastic component about the other.

The present invention relates to a wrapper for individually packaging absorbent articles for personal hygiene, especially tampons. The wrapper of the present invention is provided with an opening means comprising a tear tape and a stopper, the tear tape is used for opening the wrapper and the stopper prevents the wrapper from becoming separated into more than two segments of wrapper material upon being opened.

Handy San is a hand sanitizer dispenser that can be worn around the wrist like a bracelet. This item allows individuals user-convenience to guard against bacteria and germs to keep their hands clean to promote personal hygiene. The comfortable bracelet dispenser allows for freedom of movement and easy access to hand sanitizer liquid. The device is comprised of a hollow wristband made of plastic or other suitable biodegradable compounds. There is an opening on one side of the bracelet where the sanitizer can be dispensed, with a cap that hinges open and closed. Users open the cap and then slide the dispenser lever with one hand allowing the device to be activated. On the other side of the bracelet may be a small air pump button that can be pressed to increase internal pressure enabling the liquid to flow out of the device easier. The device is refillable and / or disposable.

The present invention relates to a topical cosmetic composition that has improved non-oily feel comprising: (a) a hybrid silicone composite powder having a spherical shape with particle diameter ranging from 2 to 10 μm, of which each particle has a composite structures consisting of two interpenetrating polymer networks of polydimethylsiloxane (PMS) and polymethylsilsesquioxane (PMSQ). These two interpenetrating polymer networks are joined together by physical entanglements instead of chemical bonds; (b) a volatile cosmetic fluid; (c) a silicone fluid with viscosity ranging from 2 to 350 cSt; (d) an oil base consisting of an oil, wax, oil gelling agent or the mixture thereof; (e) a surface active agent; (f) a cosmetic pigment; and (g) an optional aqueous gel containing glycerin, glycols and an aqueous thickening agent. The cosmetic composition provides an improved skin sensory feel and a superior matte finish, and is useful for skin treatment, makeup and personal hygiene products.

An undergarment to be worn primarily by women during menstruation that resists staining of the undergarment itself and prevents leakage of menstrual flow to outer garments. The outer covering of the undergarment with a waist portion and a pair of leg openings is composed of fabric to make the fabric repel stains, repel and release stains, or absorb and then release stains. A panel of fabric treated to make the fabric repel stains, repel and release stains, or absorb and then release stains covers the crotch area and may extend up the front and / or back of the undergarment. Fabric on each side of the panel, also made of fabric treated to make the fabric repel stains, repel and release stains, or absorb and then release stains, provides additional protection to prevent leakage. In addition, in the preferred embodiment, the undergarment will have antimicrobial properties. This undergarment is intended to be worn in lieu of a regular undergarment and with a tampon, sanitary napkin and / or other personal hygiene device.

The present invention relates to a liquid absorbent thermoplastic composition, which contains particles of a superabsorbent material having angle-lacking shapes. The composition is particularly suitable to be used in absorbent articles for personal hygiene, specifically in disposable absorbent articles, which have one or more transparent regions.

The present disclosure provides an absorbent article for personal hygiene. More particularly, in one embodiment, the absorbent article absorbent article includes at least one property changing indicator. A detector device is also provided that includes at least one sensor. The sensor is adapted to detect the property change of the property change indicator in the absorbent article. In one particular embodiment, for example, the property changing indicator may include an optical property indicator such as a color change indicator and the sensor may include an optical sensor such as a color sensor.

The invention discloses a cervical collar which provides support, safety and stability to the neck of the wearer, and is arranged to prevent cervical flexion, extension and bilateral lateral flexion while allowing cervical rotation. The cervical collar comprises two parts; one back piece including a shoulder and back support piece attached to an adjustable neck piece and a chin support piece. The chin support piece can be lowered, raised and / or removed by the wearer of the collar in order to allow opening of the mouth sufficiently for eating or performing personal hygiene without unwanted extension of the neck.

The invention discloses a bed and chair integrated nursing system with a rotary seat and a urination and defecation processing device. The bed and chair integrated nursing system comprises a bed and chair conversion mechanism and a bed body. The bed body is of a rectangular steel frame structure, and the bed and chair conversion mechanism is placed in the bed body. An opening is arranged on the side face of the bed body, and the bed and chair conversion mechanism moves along a marking line through recognition of a bottom surface paste marking line to achieve butting and separation of a bed and a chair. The bed and chair conversion mechanism can achieve conversion between the bed and the chair and adopts a seat structure capable of rotating 90 degrees so as to enable the bed and the chair to be high in reliability in a butting and separation process. Simultaneously, the urination and defecation processing device is arranged in the bed and chair conversion mechanism, and the problem of urination and defecation processing of a user is solved effectively. The bed and chair integrated nursing system has the advantages of being capable of moving in a narrow space and capable of butting against the bed body to form a bed state, simultaneously having personal hygiene assisting function, effectively solving the problem of urination and defecation self-care of the user and the like, being capable of greatly reducing burden of nursing staff, and simultaneously enlarging activity range and independent living capacity of a person who is cared.

A unitary two component article for personal hygiene, such as a toothbrush, wherein the same is formed by injection molding of two differing plastic materials. The plastics do not adhesively or chemically bond to each other. The two differing plastic parts of the toothbrush are mechanically connected, such as by interfitting portions of the two plastic components or by shrinking one plastic component about the other.

The disclosure relates to composite nonwoven fibrous web including an embedded phase having a population of particulates forming a substantially continuous three dimensional network, and a matrix phase comprising a population of fibers forming a three-dimensional network around the particulates. The disclosure also relates to methods of making a composite nonwoven fibrous web including forming anembedded phase having a population of particulates in a substantially continuous three-dimensional network, and forming a matrix phase comprising a population of fibers forming a three dimensional network around the particulates. Articles made from a composite nonwoven fibrous web prepared according to the methods as described above are also disclosed. In exemplary embodiments, the articles may include gas filtration articles, liquid filtration articles, sound absorption articles, surface cleaning articles, cellular growth support articles, drug delivery articles, personal hygiene articles, and wound dressing articles.

A hybrid encapsulate formulation obtained by mixing a starch / fragrance emulsion with a core-shell capsule suspension is provided as is a method of using the formulation in a personal care product, a beauty care product, a fabric care product, a home care product, a personal hygiene product, an oral care product and a method for releasing an encapsulated fragrance by moisture, shear, or a combination thereof.

The present invention relates to an absorbent structure, preferably for use in absorbent articles as used in the personal hygiene industry such as feminine hygiene garments, baby diapers and pants or adult incontinence garments. The present invention also relates to an absorbent article comprising such absorbent structure and to a method of manufacturing the absorbent structure. The absorbent structures comprise a carrier layer, an auxiliary layer and an absorbent material there between wherein substantially permanent primary attachments and substantially temporary secondary attachments join the carrier layer and auxiliary layer at least partially together, whereby the substantially temporary secondary attachments are loosened as a result of exposing the absorbent structure to a liquid whereas the substantially permanent primary attachments remain substantially intact. The present invention foresees in the need for improved flexible, thin, lightweight absorbent structures for an absorbent article which overcomes the absorbency problems of the prior art during absorption, distribution and retention of liquids with optimal fit.

The invention "colloidal nanoscale carriers for active hydrophilic substances and method for producing same" pertains to the field of medical, odontological or hygiene preparations, and is characterized by structures formed by hydrophilic polymers that contain active hydrophilic substances coated with a non-hydrophilic phase and surfactants with affinity for the components, forming an invert emulsion that allows the incorporation and controlled delivery of active hydrophilic substances, conferring properties such as protection against degradation processes, improvement of compatibility with the other components of the formulation in the final product, increase in the availability and / or bioavailability of the active substance in the medium of interest (including improvements in permeation processes in biological materials, reduction of the exposure and volatilization of the active substance in the medium) and controlled release of the active substance(s). The nanoscale carrier obtained by this method, called colloidal nanoscale carrier (NC), can be used in various fields, such as the pharmaceutical field (including dermatology), cosmetics, personal hygiene products, veterinary medicine, agrochemicals and fertilizers, the food industry and the like. The invention proposes a kinetically stable system with an effective nanoscale structure that consists of nanoscale carriers formed by polymers emulsified in a non-aqueous medium in the presence of a surfactant with affinity for the two phases (the dispersion medium and the encapsulating agent). This system is obtained by nanoemulsification of an aqueous phase of hydrophilic polymers emulsified in a non-hydrophilic (lipophilic or silophilic) phase that contains the surfactants, and is characterized by the implementation of two concepts that encompass the generation of an invert nanoscale emulsion and of polymer nanoparticles. The formulation has the novel technical effect of providing a polymer excipient with a nanoscale structure for delivering hydrophilic molecules suspended in a non-hydrophilic phase, which allows controlling the size of the nanoscale particles and modulating colloidal stability by means of process parameters.

The present invention relates to an illuminated personal hygiene mirror for viewing facial skin or other areas of the body. In each of the embodiments of the present invention, a hand-held frame receives and supports a mirror. The mirror is covered with a polarizer for polarizing any reflected light falling thereon. A light source is positioned within the frame about the periphery of the mirror and is covered by a polarizing filter for polarizing light emitted therefrom. The mirror polarizer and light source polarizer are out of phase providing cross-polarized light to the eye of the user. An integral handle supports the frame and is held by the user when viewing facial skin. Other embodiments of the present invention include the same components, except a two-way mirror is employed and the mirror frame has a removable back portion to allow viewing by a second person. Other embodiments include an illuminated mirror employing cross and parallel polarization using two light sources. Other embodiments incorporate the use of a mirror filter which can rotate within the frame of the mirror to provide variable polarization to the user.