Water-Soluble Shampoo Pod for Low-Waste Quick Rinsing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing cleansers, such as shampoos, are often bulky, create plastic waste, and contain high water content, leading to storage challenges and potential allergic reactions, and have long rinse times, especially for pets and professional groomers.
Innovation Solution
A single-use cleanser pod containing a surfactant and thickening agent, enclosed in a water-soluble film, which dissolves in water to form a cleaning solution, reducing waste and rinse time.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of substance
If traditional liquid/gel cleanser packaging is used, then the cleanser can be stored and used, but the packaging becomes bulky and creates excessive plastic waste
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a disposable single-use pod containing the cleanser, eliminating the need for reusable bottles and caps. The pod is made from biodegradable materials and is discarded after one use, significantly reducing plastic waste and simplifying the packaging structure compared to traditional reusable containers.
Solution Approach 2:
The cleanser is formulated as a powder or gel without water, fundamentally changing the physical state and composition parameters. This water-free formulation reduces volume and weight while maintaining cleaning effectiveness, allowing for more compact packaging that reduces plastic waste.
2Weight of moving object
If traditional shampoo packaging with high water content is used, then the cleanser is easy to store, but the weight and volume increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The patent removes water from the cleanser formulation, changing it from a liquid/gel state to a powder or water-free gel state. This parameter change dramatically reduces weight and volume, making the cleanser suitable for travel and outdoor activities while maintaining effective cleaning performance.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent extracts and removes water from the traditional shampoo formulation, separating the essential cleaning components (surfactants, thickening agents) from the unnecessary water content. This extraction results in a concentrated, lightweight cleanser that achieves the same cleaning effect with minimal weight.
3Loss of time
If traditional cleanser packaging is used, then the cleanser can be stored and applied, but the rinse time increases and more water is required
Solution Approach 1:
The water-free powder or gel formulation changes the physical parameters of the cleanser, allowing it to dissolve quickly in water during application. This rapid dissolution reduces the time needed for rinsing and decreases the amount of water required compared to traditional water-based shampoos.
4Object-affected harmful factors
If traditional cleanser formulations are used, then the cleanser provides cleaning function, but harsh chemicals cause allergic reactions and discomfort
Solution Approach 1:
The patent formulates the cleanser as a powder or gel without water, which inherently reduces the concentration of potential harsh chemicals. The water-free formulation allows for milder cleaning agents to be used effectively, reducing the likelihood of allergic reactions and skin discomfort while maintaining reliable cleaning performance.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The solution provides a bulk-free, safe, and efficient cleaning experience with minimal plastic waste and quick rinsing, suitable for various applications including pets and humans.
Implementation Method 1
a water-soluble film that dissolves in water to form a cleaning solution
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure provides a single-use cleanser pod including a cleanser that is substantially free of water. The cleanser may be made up of a surfactant and a thickening agent. A water-soluble film may surround the cleanser. The film may have an outer surface configured to interact with an external environment, and an inner surface defining a cavity that retains the cleanser. The cleanser may be configured to form a cleaning solution when mixed with a measured amount of water.