Abstract: The present invention relates to a kit comprising: an applicator device including a heater; and a composition for application to the eyelashes, said composition presenting at least one property that varies as a function of temperature; the composition being contained in an applicator endpiece of a shape that is adapted to being fitted to the heater, or the composition being contained in a receptacle in the form of a powder in which the heater can be immersed so as to be loaded it with composition.

Abstract: A utility hand-piece is adapted for being worn on a hand of a user. The hand-piece includes a body portion adapted for covering at least a portion of the hand, and incorporating at least one fluid channel. A fluid inlet is formed with the body portion and communicates with the fluid channel. A fluid outlet is formed with the body portion and communicates with the fluid channel downstream of the fluid inlet. Upon connecting a fluid source to the hand-piece, fluid is transferred from the fluid inlet through the fluid channel and dispensed from the body portion through the fluid outlet.

Abstract: A bathing device includes a generally elongated body having internal compartments or pockets extending lengthwise therealong. Each of the pockets has an opening for receiving therein a cleanser. A closure mechanism is provided for each of the pockets to releasably close the openings of the pockets to retain the cleanser in the pockets during use of the bathing device. A pair of handles are disposed at respective opposite ends of the elongated body to facilitate manipulation of the bathing device over the body of a user during use of the bathing device.

Abstract: An applicator for the application of a product, for example a cosmetic or dermatological product, including a reservoir of which a first side is attached to a finger or mounted to a finger to face the finger. An applicator portion is arranged on a second side of the reservoir opposite the first, and the applicator portion is isolated from the reservoir at least before first use of the applicator. The applicator device further includes a device to establish communication between the reservoir and the applicator portion, for example, in response to an operating action at least during the first use of the applicator.

Abstract: A back applicator enables a user to apply lotion to his own back or multiple users to apply lotion in succession in a sanitary manner. The back applicator includes a base plate and first and second straps coupled to opposed sides thereof and extending in opposed directions. At least one of the straps is length adjustable such that the length of the applicator device may be selectively changed. The back applicator also includes an applier that is selectively and removably coupled to the base plate. The applier may be a sponge to which a lotion may be applied or that may be pro-loaded with lotion. The applier may include a clip having resilient members complementary to an opening defined by the base plate such that the applier may be attached to the base plate, used, and then disposed of after lotion has been applied.

Abstract: A device for teaching proper penmanship by assisting the user in holding the writing implement in the correct orientation. A first component is attached to the user's middle finger while a second component encircles the implement. A section of the second component is releasably attached to the first component, holding the fingers in proper position for writing.

Abstract: A disposable liquid applicator for shining the surface of an object by dispensing a composition of liquid polish on the surface of an object to be shined comprising a porous material in the form of a sponge having a predetermined geometry and thickness and being characterized by possessing a substantial void volume, a predetermined quantity of a liquid polishing composition absorbed in said porous material to provide a single application of liquid polish, a backing layer disposed adjacent to the porous material on one side thereof with the backing layer composed of a liquid impervious material, an outer later adjacent the backing layer and a finger strap affixed to opposite transverse ends of the outer layer to permit the applicator to be easily handled whereby upon manually depressing the applicator said liquid polish retained in said porous material is dispensed from the applicator.

Abstract: A medical instrument especially suited for the HALS operating technique that can be entirely inserted together with one of the surgeon's hands into the operating area for operating purposes and includes a housing [(1)] and at least one tool [(2)] arranged in the housing [(1)], where the tool [(2)] can be moved between a rest position arranged in the housing [(1)] and a working position extending out of the housing [(1)].

Abstract: A writing instrument holding and retaining device comprising a wristband/bracelet (22) with one or more fasteners (24), a tether/leash (26), and a writing instrument holder (32) securing a writing instrument (30). The tether connects the writing instrument holder to the wristband. The wristband and tether may be constructed of any suitable material and may vary depending on design and aesthetic preferences. The writing instrument may also have an appropriate fastener (36). The fasteners on the wristband and on the writing instrument must be able to be attached together to secure the writing instrument to the wristband when the writing instrument is not in use. The tether (26) may also have a fastener (28), so that the tether may be kept from dangling when not in use by attaching the tether's fastener to one of the fasteners on the wristband.

Abstract: A writing instrument having a writing leg having a writing tip extending from an end of the writing leg; a gate leg; a joint between the writing leg and the gate leg, wherein the joint is proximate to the writing tip and is to be grasped between a forefinger and thumb, and a third leg attached at one end to the second leg and at another end to the writing leg at a location distal to the writing tip, wherein said writing, second and third legs define an aperture sufficiently large to receive five fingers of a hand grasping the second leg.

Abstract: A ring pen device convertible between a use as a finger ring and a writing implement includes: (a) a ring hull; (b) a hull insert that is insertable within the ring hull, the hull insert including a channel; and (c) an extendible pen assembly in the hull insert, the pen assembly including at least one marking tube; wherein the pen assembly has a retracted position within the hull insert, and an extended position in which a portion of the marking tube extends from an end of the channel in the hull insert. The pen assembly preferably includes a slide bar with at least one pair of matching stops extending from it, and at least one marking tube adjacent the slide bar, each slide bar stop being removably engageable with at least one of the notches.

Abstract: A finger-mounted marking device allowing marking instruments such as a pen or pencil to be worn on a finger, and allowing for hands-free usage without engaging other fingers two rings are coupled to the cylinder for receiving the operator's finger. A cylinder holds a marking instrument, and a set screw holds the marking instrument in place. The marking instrument can be adjusted or replaced based on the desires of the operator. In a second embodiment, a strap is coupled to the cylinder through a strap receiving holder and receives the operator's finger. A latch holds the marking instrument in place by applying pressure and allows the marking instrument to be adjusted or replaced.

Abstract: A belted applicator for applying a lotion substance, and more particularly a lotion applicator having a retractable belt in a handled configuration that lends to the easy use of the device. The belted applicator includes two handled housing bodies interconnected by a belt. The belted applicator may also include disposable belt cartridges, which include a lotion, or any other substance applied with the belted device. The lotion may be a liquid, a gel, or a powder in a medicinal, massage, moisturizer insect repellent or sunscreen formulation. The belted applicator has leak resistant features that also reduce dripping of lotion from the belt. The belt may feed in sequence, when depleted, with the depleted portion of the belt removed by the user. The belted applicator may also include two interlocked portions that serve to seal the belt within and communicate lotion between the two interlocked portions.

Abstract: A penmanship aid includes a base portion that has an upper surface, a lower surface, a first lateral side, a second lateral side, a front side and a back side. Each of a pair of supports is hingedly coupled to the base portion. The supports are each positioned adjacent to one of the front and back sides such that each of the supports generally extends upwardly from a respective one of the front and back sides. Each of a pair of biasing members is coupled to one of the supports such that the upper ends are biased toward each other. A ball bearing is rotatably mounted in the lower surface such that the ball bearing extends through a plane of the lower surface. An edge of a hand may be positioned adjacent to the upper surface such that each of the supports is abutting opposite sides of the hand.

Abstract: A device substances, such as medications or lotions, to difficult-to-reach places of the body provides a washable applicator member having a defined thickness comprising a first layer of material and a second layer of material which is formed, at least in part, non-absorbent and preferably water repellent material. The second layer of the applicator member is also structured with an absorbent layer providing a contact surface for applying substances to the body. Elasticized extension members secured to the applicator member and attached handles allow the device to be used without straining the muscles of the arms or shoulders.

Abstract: A ribbed towel device for massaging and/or drying hard-to-reach areas of the body during or after bathing includes: (a) an elongate body of an absorbent material, the elongate body having opposite lateral ends; (b) a handle at each opposite lateral end of the elongate body; (c) a plurality of spaced-apart, rod-shaped pockets in the elongate body; (d) a plurality of massage bars, each one being inserted in one of the pockets; and preferably (e) end seams extending transversely across opposite ends of the elongate body; and (f) a channel at each of the opposite ends of the elongate body, each channel being formed by the end seams; wherein each handle extends through one of the channels.

Abstract: A bar of soap with retention device includes a bar of soap with an aperture bored through it extending from the top surface to the bottom surface or from a first side edge to a second side edge. An elastic member attaches the bar of soap to a handling means through the aperture. The handling means includes an opening for attachment to the elastic member. The handling means is typically form as a ring but may have a series of finger indents within the opening or formed as a rod or handle. The elastic member is attached to the handling means by passing it through the opening in the handling means, passing both ends through the aperture and around each side of the bar and over the handling means to rest about the center of the elastic member. The retention device may be added to an existing bar of soap.

Abstract: The fabric lotion applicator permits a user to apply a lotion to remote areas of the user's body. The applicator may be provided in a kit which includes a fabric lotion applicator, a carrying pouch, and a lotion bottle. The fabric lotion applicator includes a generally rectangular main body and two handles attached to a first and second end of the main body. A button is provided on a first side of the main body and a flexible loop is attached to the first end of the main body. The lotion applicator may be easily folded into a compact size and releasably held in that configuration by engagement of the button and the loop member. The pouch is configured to carry the fabric lotion applicator and the lotion bottle within a pouch cavity.

Abstract: A multi-application art tool apparatus for use by paralytic or other physically challenged individuals. The art tool apparatus comprises a rod, at least one strap for attachment, and a plurality of art tools pivotally attached to the end of the rod with a nut and bolt assembly. The nut and bolt assembly allows for easy and multiple positioning of the art tool selected. Different art tools may be easily added or removed from the art tool apparatus.

Abstract: A combination of a brush and a fluid delivery including: 1. A brush (3) comprising: A hand engageable member (1,4); A bristle providing region (2); and, A conduit engaging means (7); 2. A conduit (6) for delivering fluid to the brush (3); and 3. A control unit (5) for dispensing fluid to the brush (3) utilising a venturi effect.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for using and manufacturing a dermabrasion and cleansing article. The article includes a handle to hold a composition containing abrasive crystals for polishing an area of skin to remove abnormalities in the skin. The composition also contains cleansing agents.

Abstract: A system for mounting a writing instrument to a user's hand, comprising: at least one socket attachable to a side of the writing instrument; a ring member; and a connecting member secured to the ring member for separably coupling the ring member to the at least one socket. Alternatively, a writing system to be employed by the hand of a user, comprising: a writing instrument; at least one mortise portion integral to a side of the writing instrument; and a holding portion, the holding portion comprising a ring portion and an attaching portion, the ring portion being adapted to slidably receive and retain a finger of the user's hand, the attaching portion comprising a tenon adapted to be releasably attached to the at least one mortise portion, the attaching portion further comprising a connecting member for connecting the ring portion to the attaching portion.

Abstract: A hand support and writing, drawing or painting instrument holder adapted to fit the hand of the user including a main body adapted to fit between the index and middle fingers and a laterally extending thumb support member for supporting the thumb of the user. A concave groove at the upper edge of the laterally extending thumb support accepts the interior of the fore finger and sleeves made from a soft material surrounds the writing, drawing or painting instrument to assure comfort to the user. The writing, drawing or painting instrument fits through a central passage in the main body and is rigidly supported therein to hold the hand spatially away from the writing surface. The movement of the arm provides the writing motion and no pinching pressure of the thumb and fingers are required. A concave groove at the bottom edge of the laterally extending thumb support is provided so that the instrument can be used by either a right or left handed person merely by inverting the instrument.

Abstract: A finger-mounted marking device allowing marking instruments such as a pen or pencil to be worn on a finger, and allowing for hands-free usage without engaging other fingers. Two rings are coupled to the cylinder for receiving the operator's finger. A cylinder holds a marking instrument, and a set screw holds the marking instrument in place. The marking instrument can be adjusted or replaced based on the desires of the operator.

Abstract: A tubular mesh netting soap holder and dispenser having a handle having a wide slot and a narrow slot at opposing ends. The wide slot holds the netting closed end. A VELCRO® loop material closure strap having loop material on its inner side is attached to the tubular mesh at a soap bar receiving open end. The loop closure strap threads through the narrow slot at the other end of the handle. There is a VELCRO® hook material patch mounted on the handle top near the narrow slot, which mates with the loop closure strap on its inner side, once threaded through the smaller slot and pulled snug. As the soap bar is used, the loop closure strap is detached, pulled through the smaller slot until snug again, and remounted on the hook material patch. A suction cup is on the handle for wall hanging.

Abstract: A hand-mounted eraser for usage upon chalkboards, blackboards, markerboards, and similar flat surfaces. In the preferred mode of the invention, an elongated eraser is attached to the hand by a ring member around the smallest finger and strap member around the wrist. The eraser is configured generally parallel to the smallest finger, running along the exterior thereof. This allows the user to comfortably write at a workboard while wearing the eraser. As such, the invention provides great convenience, as the user need not put down a writing instrument to pick up an eraser while using the workboard. An additional benefit of the present invention lies in the fact that the eraser prevents chalk, ink, or markings from a user's hand from being placed on additional objects, such as transparencies used in connection with overhead projectors.

Abstract: Disclosed is a finger insertion type writing device that is capable of being used for writing something down in the state of being fixed by a user's index finger, while it is not held by the user's other fingers, whereby he or she can continue to write down for a relatively long period of time, with no fatigue and even in the case that he or she doesn't write it down, he or she can use his or her fingers freely to thereby carry out any work using his or her fingers. As shown in FIG.

Abstract: An adjustable and economical finger stylus useful in operating a touch sensitive screen and for entering data in, e.g., a personal data assistant (PDA). The adjustable elements of the finger stylus provide for rapid, convenient and significant adjustability while comfortably securing the stylus to the finger during use. Once sized, the stylus can readily be slipped on and off the user's finger as needed.

Abstract: A hand-supported wiper for cleaning automobile windshields comprising a carrier member, a finger grip on one surface of the support member and a cleaning pad on the other surface of the support member which is fabricated of an absorbent fibrous material and has an adhesive on one surface releasably adhering the pad to the carrier member. The carrier member provides a shallow recess in which the cleaning pad is disposed with marginal portions of the pad extending at least to the peripheral edge of the carrier member. The grip has a passage in which the user's fingers extend and which is generally parallel to the carrier member, and has arcuate recesses in which the user's fingers seat.

Abstract: A leash adapted to return a writing implement from a writing position to a storage position in proximity to a multi-tasking hand for easy retrieval by that hand.

Abstract: A wash mit assembly comprising a rigid or semi-rigid body, a hose coupling interconnected to the body, and a cloth removably connected to the body. The body includes an exterior surface that is generally concave in shape, a hose receiving recess formed in the exterior surface along its longitudinal axis, a strap extending transversely across the recess, and openings formed through opposing sides of the recess for receiving nozzles of the hose coupling therein. The cloth includes a drawstring stitched about its periphery and is removably connected to the body in complete covering relation to the body's inwardly facing surface. To connect the cloth to the body, the body is positioned on the cloth, and the drawstring of the cloth is pulled taut so that the edge of the body is encompassed within the edge of the cloth.

Abstract: An adjustable and economical finger stylus useful in operating a touch sensitive screen and for entering data in, e.g., a personal data assistant (PAD). The adjustable elements of the finger stylus provide for rapid, convenient and significant adjustability while comfortably securing the stylus to the finger during use. Once sized, the stylus can readily be slipped on and off the user's finger as needed.

Abstract: A multi-purpose fingertip pen/stylus comprising a flexible shaft having first and second ends made of a bendable material, which retains a twisted shape, said shaft sized of sufficient length to wrap and secure about the fingertip of a writing digit or to be used in a straightened position as a conventional pen; the first end adapted as a stylus tip for use with pressure sensitive computer screens, and the second end adapted as a writing tip to extend sufficiently beyond the fingertip of the writing digit stylus to contact and write on a writing surface.

Abstract: An adjustable and economical finger stylus useful in operating a touch sensitive screen and for entering data in, e.g., a personal data assistant (PDA). The adjustable elements of the finger stylus provide for rapid, convenient and significant adjustability while comfortably securing the stylus to the finger during use. Once sized, the stylus can readily be slipped on and off the user's finger as needed.

Abstract: A coating removal device having two interrelated parts, one of the parts attaches to the user's fingers or hand and acts as a protective guard while the other part is a detachable, removable and disposable pad. One use for the device is to remove nail polish from nails.

Abstract: A lotion applicator includes an elongated, substantially planar strip constructed with a pliable, non-absorbent foam material. Adjacent each end of the strip is an aperture for receiving a user's finger or thumb. A user can apply lotions, ointments and similar viscous substances to otherwise inaccessible areas of the user's body by placing the viscous substance onto the strip. A user then grasps the strip by inserting a thumb or finger from each hand into each of the apertures. The user can then easily maneuver the strip across the back or other hard to reach locations of the user's body.

Abstract: An application system for applying liquid preparations, such as lotion and the like, to parts of the human body. The applicator system comprises an applicator having a liquid preparation thereon, a pair of handles at each end, and a sealable pouch configured to store the applicator before use. Preferably, the applicator is configured so that the user can apply a liquid preparation, such as suntan lotion or perfume, to his or her own back. In various other embodiments, the applicator strip consists of a non-woven fabric, preferably about two feet long and six inches wide, and is foldable into a sealable pouch that is approximately two inches square. In one embodiment, this pouch has string handles. The applicator may be either disposable or reusable.

Abstract: A powder dispensing device for dispensing moisture absorbing powder to a person during the play of a sport or other physical activity is claimed. The device includes a wrist band that is worn around the wrist. The wrist band supports a pocket, wherein the pocket defines a confined area. Contained within the confined area of the pocket is a volume of powder. The powder can be contained in a bag or can be directly poured into the pocket. As least a portion of the structure of the pocket is porous to the powder. As such, when the pocket on the wrist band is contacted, a small amount of powder is dispensed.

Abstract: A novel lotion application system that allows a person to apply lotion to difficult-to-reach places on one's body, such as one's back. When the lotion application system cap is fixed onto a bottle containing lotion, a tether can be pulled through the cap bringing with it a portion of lotion that is carried by the tether as it passes through the lotion within the bottle. A person can draw the tether over his/her body, thus transferring the lotion from the tether to the skin. After use the tether is disposed to retract into the lotion bottle.

Abstract: An adjustable and economical finger stylus useful in operating a touch sensitive screen and for entering data in, e.g., a personal data assistant (PDA). The adjustable elements of the finger stylus provide for rapid, convenient and significant adjustability while comfortably securing the stylus to the finger during use. Once sized, the stylus can readily be slipped on and off the user's finger as needed.

Abstract: A tool holder or writing instrument is provided which includes a formable modeling compound material positioned around a flexible rod or tube which in a preferred embodiment is capable of holding an ink or other writing substance. The material is capable of conforming to the fingers and grip orientation of a user of the writing instrument to provide a comfortable, ergonomically correct writing instrument. Additionally, a portion of this writing instrument (e.g., the flexible tube) may be wrapped around at least one digit of the user's writing hand, e.g. the index finger, to provide additional support and comfort. One end of the tube can include means for removably attaching various hand tools such as scribes, knives, electrical contacts or the like.

Abstract: A lotion applicator includes an elongated, substantially planar strip constructed with a pliable, non-absorbent foam material. Adjacent each end of the strip is an aperture for receiving a user's finger or thumb. A user can apply lotions, ointments and similar viscous substances to otherwise inaccessible areas of the user's body by placing the viscous substance onto the strip. A user then grasps the strip by inserting a thumb or finger from each hand into each of the apertures. The user can then easily maneuver the strip across the back or other hard to reach locations of the user's body.

Abstract: An improved soap bag that secures a bar of soap in the palm of a user'hand during bathing. The soap bag (10) includes a body (12) and a band (14) formed from synthetic mesh material and contains a bar of soap therein. Body (12) is comprised of first panel (16) and second panel (18) and band (14) is comprised of third panel (32) and fourth panel (34). First panel (16) includes first wash surface (24), second panel (18) includes second wash surface (26), third panel (32) includes third wash surface (36), and fourth panel (34) includes fourth wash surface (38). The soap bag of the present invention is reversible between first and second positions, exposing first and third surfaces (24 & 36) in the first position, and second and fourth surfaces (26 & 38) in the second position. A closing means is attached to the body portion (12) and is comprised of a drawstring and cordstop.

Abstract: An improved soap bag that secures a bar of soap in the palm of a user's hand during bathing. The soap bag (10) includes a body (12) and a band (14) formed from synthetic mesh material and contains a bar of soap therein. Body (12) is comprised of first panel (16) and second panel (18) and band (14) is comprised of third panel (32) and fourth panel (34). First panel (16) includes first wash surface (24), second panel (18) includes second wash surface (26), third panel (32) includes third wash surface (36), and fourth panel (34) includes fourth wash surface (38). The soap bag of the present invention is reversible between first and second positions, exposing first and third surfaces (24 & 36) in the first position, and second and fourth surfaces (26 & 38) in the second position. A closing means is attached to the body portion (12) and is comprised of a drawstring and cordstop.

Abstract: A finger stylus for a touch screen includes a flexible non-metallic elastic ring or a flexible, fabric-like strap having distal ends, each of the distal ends includes parts of an interconnect fastener such as a hooks and loops or a magnetic fastener. The ring or strap forms a wraparound for a human fingertip such that, in use, the bonding of the interconnect fastener parts about the fingertip or the elasticity of the ring firmly hold the strap against the fingertip. The ring or strap includes an intermediate portion including a loophole extending from an exterior surface of the intermediate portion which receives a longitudinal stylus rod extending through the loophole in a semi-friction-fit connection with the loophole. The rod in use is positioned to extend through the loophole generally transversely to the strap and above and beyond a user's fingertip for touching a touch screen. The stylus rod is made of a non-marking material with generally rounded shaped ends.

Abstract: A device for use in washing the back of a person having an elongate sheet of flexible material folded such that the edges are secured together to form a sleeve; a pocket is formed intermediate the sleeve for holding a bar of soap. The pocket is formed by securing opposing internal faces of the sleeve along stitch lines forming a perimeter of the pocket. The pocket further has an opening for inserting the bar of soap into the pocket; the opening in the pocket has hook and loop fasteners for releasably securing the bar of soap within the pocket. Handles in the form of endless rings are provided at each end of the sleeve. Each handle is slidingly engaged in a loop formed at each end of the sleeve wherein each end is wrapped around a portion of the handle means and secured onto itself to form a loop.

Abstract: A facial cleansing purpose foaming device can produce creamy soapsuds containing a lot of small bubbles with ease and also can squeeze out the produced soapsuds with ease. The facial cleansing purpose foaming device includes a tubular body which is formed of a flexible material being formed into a net-like form from synthetic resin material or synthetic resin fibers to have air permeability and water permeability. The body includes a gripping portion fitted to one end thereof and an opening formed at the other end thereof, and is so structured that it can contain therein solid cleansing material inserted from the opening.

Abstract: A hand-held device for scrubbing a body part therewith and for capturing a washing article, such as, but not limited to, a bar of soap, a wash cloth, or even both, therein. The device includes a body that is slender, elongated, generally rectangular-parallelepiped-shaped, has a pair of ends for grabbing by the hands of a user, a length, a width, an abrasiveness, is tubular for capturing the washing article therein, and the pair of ends thereof are open for inserting and removing the washing article therein and therefrom. The body includes a first plurality of threads that are flexible nylon, parallel to, and spaced-apart from, each other, and run longitudinally along the length thereof, and a second plurality of threads that are flexible nylon, parallel to, and spaced-apart, from each other, and run laterally around the width thereof.

Abstract: A scrubbing soap bar that is composed of vegetable oil and glycerine within which is imbedded a length of a thin, fine mesh netting with a portion of the netting extending exteriorly of the soap bar. The portion of the netting that extends exteriorly of the soap bar forms a pocket which facilitates insertion of a human user's finger(s) which facilitates grasping and holding onto the soap bar as the soap bar is used.

Abstract: A hand held cleaning apparatus for cleaning small jobs that includes a supply of cleaning fluid. The apparatus (10) includes a body (12) with a reservoir (13) for storing a supply of a cleaning fluid (15). The body includes an opening (17) that is sealed with a removable cap (16). The cap includes a loop portion (18) that can be used to hang the apparatus on a hook or other protrusion for storage. The body is in operative connection with a cleaning head (14). The cleaning head includes a scrubber (22) comprised of an absorbent material such as a sponge. The scrubber is secured to the cleaning head with a holder tube (26) that extends through a bore (24) in the interior of the scrubber. The cleaning head further includes a fluid pathway (28) between the reservoir and the holder tube that allows fluid to flow from the reservoir into the holder tube. The holder tube includes a plurality of apertures that allow fluid to flow out of the holder tube and into the scrubber.