US20220354235A1

US20220354235A1 - Device for applying a liquid material to hair and detangling the hair

Info

Publication number: US20220354235A1
Application number: US17/727,639
Authority: US
Inventors: Jessica Toriea Pope
Original assignee: Individual
Current assignee: Individual
Priority date: 2021-05-05
Filing date: 2022-04-22
Publication date: 2022-11-10

Abstract

A device for applying a liquid material to hair and detangling the hair is disclosed. The device comprises a main body having a first body and a second body. The first body connects to the second body forming a cavity. The first body comprises a plate receiving section forming an opening to the cavity. The second body comprises slots. The first body comprises a plate at the plate receiving section. The device comprises bristles connecting the second body in alignment with the slots. The plate demounts from the first body and allows for filling of a liquid material into the cavity. The plate mounts to the first body sealing the first body. The liquid material flows through the bristles for moisturizing hair. Further, the bristles detangle the hair.

Description

RELATED APPLICATIONS AND CLAIM FOR PRIORITY

The present application claims priority from U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 63/184,574 filed May 5, 2021, which is incorporated herein by its entirety and referenced thereto.

FIELD OF INVENTION

The present invention generally relates to a device for applying a liquid material to the hair. More specifically, the present invention relates to a device for applying a liquid material such as hairdressing agent, a hair dye, a moisturizer, a protective agent, and a hair restorer to the hair and detangling the hair.

BACKGROUND OF INVENTION

It is known that devices such as hair applicators or liquid applicators are used for applying hair products to the head. Further, devices such as combs or hair detangling devices or brushes are used to detangle or style the hair.
Several attempts have been made in the past to provide a variety of devices for applying hair products or detangling the hair. One such example is disclosed in a United States Publication No. 20160227898, entitled “Hair straightener” (“the '898 Publication”). The '898 Publication discloses a hair straightener that includes a power cord, a control circuit board, an upper shell, a bottom shell, an electric hot plate and a heat-conductive brush head. The upper shell and the bottom shell are fastened together with a first accommodation chamber defined therein. The bottom shell defines an opening. The control circuit board, the electric hot plate and the heat-conductive brush head are accommodated in the first accommodation chamber. The heat-conductive brush head has a heat-transfer plate attached to the back side thereof. The electric hot plate is mounted on the heat-transfer plate. The heat-conductive brush head has a plurality of heat-transfer brush teeth located on the front side thereof.
Another example is disclosed in a U.S. Pat. No. 7,650,893, entitled “Device for applying a hair product” (“the '893 Patent”). The '893 Patent discloses a device for applying a hair product which includes a support on one face of which there projects application elements. The application elements are arranged such that a first group of application elements of a first row is superposable, along a longitudinal axis (X) of the support, with a second group of application elements of a second row. The application elements of the second group have a mean flexibility and/or a mean height that is greater respectively than the mean flexibility and/or the mean height of the application elements of the first group. In addition, the mean of the spacings between application elements that make up the second group is less than the mean of the spacings between application elements that make up the first group.
Yet another example is disclosed in a PCT Publication No. 2012164734, entitled “Liquid applicator and method for applying application liquid” (“the '734 Publication”). The '734 Publication discloses that the present invention enables the application of a large amount of an application liquid by a simple procedure. A liquid applicator (1), wherein short tines (12) are positioned between long tines (11) so as to form right and left tine rows (5R, 5L), each having alternately and sequentially aligned long tines (11) and short tines (12), on the surface of a substrate (4). In the liquid applicator (1), the long tines (11) have a function of conducting mass application and the short tines (12) and the long tines (11) together have a function of controlling the application in some areas. The constitution of the liquid applicator (1) makes it possible to apply a large amount of an application liquid to the subject's hair while finely controlling the amount of the application liquid for one or several strands of the hair.
Although the above discussed devices are useful, they have few problems. For example, the devices can only be used either for applying hair products or used for detangling or straightening the hair. Further, the '734 Publication discloses an external liquid tank used for filling the hair solution into the device. As a result, several devices are needed for applying hair products to the head and detangling or styling the hair.
Therefore, there is a need for an improved device that can be used as a multipurpose tool for applying a liquid material to the hair and detangling the hair and reducing the need for multiple devices.

SUMMARY

It is an object of the present invention to provide a device for applying a liquid material to hair and detangling the hair and that avoids the drawback of known devices.
It is another object of the present invention to provide a multipurpose device for applying a liquid material to the hair and detangling the hair and reducing the need for multiple devices.
In order to achieve one or more objects, the present invention provides a device for applying a liquid material to hair and detangling the hair. The device comprises a main body having a first body and a second body. The first body connects to the second body forming a cavity. The first body comprises a plate receiving section forming an opening to the cavity. The second body comprises slots. The first body comprises a plate at the plate receiving section. The device comprises bristles connecting the second body in alignment with the slots. The plate demounts from the first body and allows for filling of a liquid material into the cavity. The plate mounts to the first body sealing the first body. In one example, the device includes a sealing member that mounts underneath the first body and helps to seal the plate to the first body.
The liquid material flows through the bristles for moisturizing hair. The liquid material includes, but not limited to, a hairdressing agent, a hair dye, a moisturizer, a protective agent, shampoo, conditioner, a hair restorer, etc. The bristles are tapered. Further, the bristles comprise holes. The holes align with the slots in the second part and allow even distribution of the liquid material onto the scalp and/or hair.
The device includes a handle connecting the main body. The device helps to hold and operate the device for moisturizing and/or detangling the hair.
In one advantageous feature of the present invention, the device acts as a multipurpose tool designed to oil dry scalp, moisturise hair to prevent breakage, evenly dye hair, detangle wet and dry hair and provide deep shampoo and conditioning.
In another advantageous feature of the present invention, the device distributes the liquid material evenly from the bristles, allowing any kind of liquid material intended for the hair to be distributed onto the scalp and hair. The bristles are made of soft material such as silicone, for example. This allows the bristles for an easier comb through the hair.
In yet another advantageous feature of the present invention, the device can be used as a hair brush. Further, the device can be cleaned easily using warm water. The device can be used on wet and dry hair, long or short, straight or curly hair. Further, the device can be used to moisturise and/or detangle the hair of human beings and/or animals such as pets. For instance, the device can be used to massage or apply shampoo on the body of the animal.
Features and advantages of the invention hereof will become more apparent in light of the following detailed description of selected embodiments, as illustrated in the accompanying FIGUREs. As will be realised, the invention disclosed is capable of modifications in various respects, all without departing from the scope of the invention. Accordingly, the drawings and the description are to be regarded as illustrative in nature.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

Further features and advantages of the present invention will become apparent from the following detailed description, taken in combination with the appended drawings, in which:

FIGS. 1A, 1B and 1C illustrate a top perspective view, a bottom perspective view and a side view, respectively of device, in accordance with one embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 2 illustrates an top exploded view of the device;

FIG. 3 illustrates an exploded view of the device;

FIG. 4 illustrates a cross-sectional view of the device; and

FIG. 5 illustrates a cross-sectional view of bristles, in accordance with one embodiment of the present invention.

It will be noted that throughout the appended drawings, like features are identified by like reference numerals.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE EMBODIMENTS

Before the present features and working principle of a device is described, it is to be understood that this invention is not limited to the particular system as described, since it may vary within the specification indicated. Various features of a device might be provided by introducing variations within the components/subcomponents disclosed herein. It is also to be understood that the terminology used in the description is for the purpose of describing the particular versions or embodiments only, and is not intended to limit the scope of the present invention, which will be limited only by the appended claims. The words “comprising,” “having,” “containing,” and “including,” and other forms thereof, are intended to be equivalent in meaning and be open ended in that an item or items following any one of these words is not meant to be an exhaustive listing of such item or items, or meant to be limited to only the listed item or items.
It should be understood that the present invention describes a device for applying a liquid material to hair and detangling the hair. The device comprises a main body having a first body and a second body. The first body connects to the second body forming a cavity. The first body comprises a plate receiving section forming an opening to the cavity. The second body comprises slots. The first body comprises a plate at the plate receiving section. The device comprises bristles connecting the second body in alignment with the slots. The plate demounts from the first body and allows for filling of a liquid material into the cavity. The plate mounts to the first body sealing the first body. The liquid material flows through the bristles for moisturizing hair. Further, the bristles detangle the hair.
Various features and embodiments of the device for applying a liquid material to hair and detangling the hair are explained in conjunction with the description of FIGS. 1A-5.
The present invention discloses a device 10 for applying a liquid material to hair and detangling the hair. FIGS. 1A, 1B and 1C show a top perspective view, a bottom perspective view and a side view, respectively of device 10, in accordance with one embodiment of the present invention. Device 10 is made of a material such as plastic, metal, wood or any other suitable material. Device 10 includes a main body 12 having a first part 14 and a second part or bristle handler 16. Device 10 includes a handle 18. Handle 18 extends from main body 12 and helps a user (not shown) to hold and operate device 10.
In the present invention, first part 14 comes in a cup-like structure and acts as a top or upper part of main body 12. Second part 16 comes in a cup-like structure and acts as a bottom or lower part of main body 12. First part 14 is larger than second part 16, or vice versa. Second part 16 snugly fits into first part 14 forming a cavity 20, as shown in FIG. 4. Here, cavity 20 acts as a liquid reservoir for holding liquid material 44.
Further, first part 14 encompasses a plate receiving section 22, as shown in FIG. 2. Plate receiving section 22 indicates an opening at the top first part 14 configured for receiving plate 26. In one example, plate receiving section 22 includes a plate receptor 24. Plate receptor 24 indicates an area where plate 26 sits in plate receiving section 22 forming a closed structure with first part 14. Plate 26 comes in a flat configuration or in the shape in conformity to first part 14. Plate 26 encompasses plate protrusion member 28. Plate protrusion member 28 extends from a side of plate 26 and helps to connect plate 26 at plate receptor 24. First part 14 further includes a cut-section 32 at the top. Cut-section 32 indicates an area chipped away at the top of first part 14 for allowing the user to have an area to release plate 26 from first part 14 for filling or emptying liquid material 44 from cavity 20.
In one embodiment, first part 14 includes sealing member or seal 30, as shown in FIG. 2. Sealing member 30 indicates an adhesive strip or connecting member that sits underneath plate 26 and helps to connect plate 26 to plate receptor 24.
Further, second part 16 encompasses slots 36, as shown in FIG. 3. Slots 36 connect to bristles 38. Here, bristles 38 extend from second part 16 in the opposite direction of first part 14. Bristles 38 are made of silicone, wood, plastic or any other suitable material. Each bristle 38 has a tapered section or tapered configuration 40. Further, bristles 38 encompass holes 42, as shown in FIGS. 4 and 5. Here, holes 42 align with slots 36 in second part 16 such that liquid material 44 stored in cavity 20 flows through holes 42 of bristles 38. As the bristles 38 are tapered, liquid material 44 flows down easily due to gravity.
In operation, the user opens plate 26 and fills liquid material 44 in cavity 20 in the direction 34, as shown in FIG. 2. Liquid material 44 includes, but not limited to, hairdressing agent, a hair dye, a moisturizer, a protective agent, shampoo, conditioner, a hair restorer, etc. After filling liquid material 44, the user snugly fits plate 26 to first part 14 at plate receiving section 22 or plate receptor 24. Here, sealing member 30 helps to retain plate 26 in position with respect to plate receiving section 22. Additionally, sealing member 30 ensures there is no gap between plate 26 and plate receiving section 22 thereby preventing leakage of liquid material 44. In use, the user positions bristles 38 facing the scalp or head of the user. Liquid material 44 flows down through slots 46 at second part 16 and holes 42 at bristles 38. Liquid material 44 exits bristles 38 and falls over the scalp or head of the user. The user can position device 10 at an angle to control the flow or direction of liquid material 44 falling over the scalp or head of the user depending on the need. Alternatively, the user positions device 10 horizontally such that liquid material 44 gets dispensed evenly through bristles 38.
Further, the user can use device 10 for detangling the hair. A person skilled in the art understands that device 10 can be used to detangle the hair with or without (i.e., detangle dry hair or comb the hair) the liquid material 44 stored in cavity 20. In one example, the user fills liquid material 44 in cavity 20 and positions bristles 38 over the scalp to apply a small amount of liquid material 44 thereby moisturizing the hair. Subsequently, the user positions bristles 38 to detangle the hair. After use, the user removes plate 26, first part 14, second part 16 and/or bristles 38, and uses warm water to clean residue of liquid material 44.
Based on the above, it is evident that the presently disclosed device can be used to apply a liquid material and/or detangle the hair. The presently disclosed device can be used as a hair brush to oil dry scalp, moisturize hair to prevent breakage, evenly dye hair, detangle dry and wet hair, and provide deep shampoo and conditioning.
A person skilled in the art appreciates that the device may come in a variety of shapes and sizes depending on the need. Further, different materials in addition to or instead of materials described herein may also be used and such implementations may be construed to be within the scope of the present invention. Further, many changes in the design and placement of components may take place without deviating from the scope of the presently disclosed device.
In the above description, numerous specific details are set forth such as examples of some embodiments, specific components, devices, methods, in order to provide a thorough understanding of embodiments of the present invention. It will be apparent to a person of ordinary skill in the art that these specific details need not be employed, and should not be construed to limit the scope of the invention.
In the development of any actual implementation, numerous implementation-specific decisions must be made to achieve the developer's specific goals, such as compliance with system-related and business-related constraints. Such a development effort might be complex and time-consuming, but may nevertheless be a routine undertaking of design, fabrication, and manufacture for those of ordinary skill. Hence as various changes could be made in the above constructions without departing from the scope of the invention, it is intended that all matter contained in the above description or shown in the accompanying drawings shall be interpreted as illustrative and not in a limiting sense.
The foregoing description of embodiments is provided to enable any person skilled in the art to make and use the invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the novel principles and invention disclosed herein may be applied to other embodiments without the use of the innovative faculty. It is contemplated that additional embodiments are within the spirit and true scope of the disclosed invention.

Claims

What is claimed is:

1. A device, comprising:

a main body comprising a first body and a second body, wherein the first body connects to the second body forming a cavity, wherein the first body comprises a plate receiving section forming an opening to the cavity, and wherein the second body comprises slots;

a plate connecting the first body at the plate receiving section; and

bristles connecting the second body in alignment with the slots,

wherein the plate demounts from the first body and allows for filling of a liquid material into the cavity and mounts to the first body sealing the first body, and wherein the liquid material flows through the bristles for moisturizing hair.

2. The device of claim 1, wherein the bristles comprise holes.

3. The device of claim 1, wherein the bristles are tapered.

4. The device of claim 2, wherein the holes align with the slots in the second part.

5. The device of claim 1, further comprises a handle, wherein the handle connects to the main body.

6. The device of claim 1, further comprises a sealing member, and wherein the sealing member mounts underneath the first body hand helps to seal the plate to the first body.

7. The device of claim 1, wherein the bristles detangle the hair.

8. The device of claim 1, wherein the liquid material comprises one of a hairdressing agent, a hair dye, a moisturizer, a protective agent, shampoo, conditioner, and a hair restorer.

9. The device of claim 1, wherein the plate receiving section comprises a plate receptor.

10. The device of claim 1, wherein the plate comprises a plate protrusion member, and wherein the plate protrusion member extends from a side of the plate and helps to connect the plate at the plate receptor.

11. A device, comprising:

a handle connecting the main body;

a plate connecting the first body at the plate receiving section; and

bristles connecting the second body in alignment with the slots, wherein the bristles are tapered, wherein the bristles comprises holes,

wherein the plate from the first body demounts and allows for filling of a liquid material into the cavity and mounts to the first body sealing the first body, and wherein the liquid material flows through the holes in the bristles for moisturizing hair.

12. The device of claim 11, further comprises a sealing member, and wherein the sealing member mounts underneath the first body hand helps to seal the plate to the first body.

13. The device of claim 11, wherein the liquid material comprises one of a hairdressing agent, a hair dye, a moisturizer, a protective agent, shampoo, conditioner, and a hair restorer.

14. A method of providing a device, the method comprising steps of:

providing a main body comprising a first body and a second body, the first body connecting the second body forming a cavity, the first body comprising a plate receiving section forming an opening to the cavity, the second body comprising slots;

a plate connecting the first body at the plate receiving section;

bristles connecting the second body in alignment with the slots;

demounting the plate from the first body;

filling a liquid material into the cavity;

mounting the plate to the first body sealing the first body; and

allowing the liquid material to flow through the bristles for moisturizing hair.

15. The method of claim 14, further comprising providing the bristles in a tapered configuration.

16. The method of claim 14, further comprising providing holes in the bristles.

17. The method of claim 16, further comprising aligning the holes with the slots in the second part.

18. The method of claim 14, further comprising providing a handle connecting the main body.

19. The method of claim 14, further comprising providing a sealing member underneath the first body hand to seal the plate to the first body.

20. The method of claim 14, further comprising detangling the hair using the bristles.