Abstract: A showerhead 10 enables a user to selectively mix a liquid such as soap, conditioner or body wash with water. A shower stem connector 12, a mixing chamber 14, and an outlet cap 16 direct water flow. A manual pump 30 and liquid container 32 enable mixing of a liquid such as soap into the water flow.

Abstract: A portable electric appliance (1, 23) such as a hand held hair dryer uses a brushless electric motor (13, 25) in combination with a secondary fan assembly (14) and/or an air scoop (24) to redirect air toward the motor (13, 25), to maintain a cool operating temperature. The appliance includes a control circuit (50, 80, 94, 102, 110) for controlling the brushless motor (13, 25) and other appliance features. The control circuit and the coil windings (21) of the brushless electric motor are designed to run the appliance at a relatively low current to accommodate a higher operating voltage, thereby operating at a low wattage for reducing extraneous or waste heat. This facilitates placement of the control circuit in a small, portable appliance, and may enhance operation of the appliance in certain modes such as a hair dryer “cool shot.

Abstract: An electrical cord coupling (1) for use in a hand held appliance such as a hair dryer (19) has a unitary body comprising a sheath-like portion surrounding an electrical cord (8) and a semi-spherical coupling end (5) adapted to be nested into a receptacle (18) in a manner permitting universal rotation of the coupling end relative to the receptacle, while safely and securely maintaining an electrical cord extending therethrough.

Abstract: A hair setter assembly (4) has a base (5) containing an electric heat element and receptacles for receiving and transferring heat to thermally conductive hair rollers (1). A spring-loaded cord reel (13) is housed inside the assembly (4) so that an electrical cord (9) attached to the assembly may be selective extended from or withdrawn into the assembly (4).

Abstract: A dispenser for heating a liquid in and dispensing a foam introduced from a canister. The dispenser has a heater for providing heat to the foam/liquid, a chamber with an inlet port and an outlet port and a base having an aperture and a first member. The chamber is in contact with the heater, and the outlet port is connected to a nozzle. The nozzle dispenses the heated foam. The dispenser also has a base adjoining. The first member is slidably retained over the aperture to adjust a size of the aperture and to receive a number of different diameter canisters.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a weight scale having a balance control system that detects unequal load distribution to the scale's load sensors and produces an output signal that enables the user to re-distribute weight until a predetermined level of balance is achieved. Various load sensors are positioned in an array in the scale and are in communication with a controller that receives signals from the sensors indicative of relative load applied to each sensor. The controller generates a signal that is displayed or emitted to the user indicative of the position of the user's center of gravity relative to the sensors.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a weight scale having a balance control system that detects unequal load distribution to the scale's load sensors and produces an output signal that enables the user to re-distribute weight until a predetermined level of balance is achieved. Various load sensors are positioned in an array within the scale and are in communication with a controller that receives signals from the sensors indicative of relative load applied to each. The controller generates a signal that is displayed or emitted to the user indicative of the position of the user's center of gravity relative to the sensors.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a weight scale having a control system that prompts users for their identity and then displays any one or more of: present weight, past weights, target weights and/or the differences therebetween, as well as a graphical representation of weight vs. time. Another feature of the present invention is the use of a viscoelastic foam pad on the surface of the scale for comfort and sanitary benefits.

Abstract: There is provided a hair setting assembly having a split top lid for improving heat conservation. The assembly also has a tilt adjustable housing that holds a set of hair rollers and encloses an electrical means for heating the rollers.

Abstract: There is provided a garment steamer for domestic use that cooperates with a variety of different attachments to provide a variety of different steam or vapor emitting effects. The garment steamer also has an ionic and/or ozone generating/emitting feature to facilitate neutralizing odor and removing undesirable particulate from a garment. The garment steamer may also have a hanger and rod assembly in which a collapsible hanger selectively cooperates with a telescopic rod, which is connected to a base, such that the hanger can be selectively positioned at any location along the height of the rod and/or disengaged from the rod. The garment steamer also includes a fluid heating assembly enclosed in the base, a separable fluid container in separable fluid communication with the fluid heating assembly, and a separable hose in separable fluid communication with the fluid heating assembly, as well as with the variety of different attachments.

Abstract: A dispenser for heating a liquid in and dispensing a foam introduced from a canister. The dispenser has a heater for providing heat to the foam/liquid, a chamber with an inlet port and an outlet port and a base having an aperture and a first member. The chamber is in contact with the heater, and the outlet port is connected to a nozzle. The nozzle dispenses the heated foam. The dispenser also has a base adjoining. The first member is slidably retained over the aperture to adjust a size of the aperture and to receive a number of different diameter canisters.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a weight scale having a balance control system that detects unequal load distribution to the scale's load sensors and produces an output signal that enables the user to re-distribute weight until a predetermined level of balance is achieved. Various load sensors are positioned in an array in the scale and are in communication with a controller that receives signals from the sensors indicative of relative load applied to each sensor. The controller generates a signal that is displayed or emitted to the user indicative of the position of the user's center of gravity relative to the sensors.

Abstract: A hand-held buffing device having a body with at least two portions, a handle portion and a head portion is provided. The handle portion is preferably ergonomically shaped and/or oriented for convenient, comfortable handling and may preferably have a control interface for allowing an operator to control the operation of buffing device. The head portion may preferably accommodate at least a portion of a drive assembly and operatively connect with one or more buffing pads or disks that are driven by the drive assembly to move in relatively rapid, reciprocating movements in short strokes in simultaneously different directions for hair removal, massaging and exfoliating with efficiency. The buffing device enables relatively lightweight motors and components to be used.

Abstract: There is provided a hair treatment system and method that utilizes a hair styling tool suitable for styling hair and an application cloth suitable for applying a substance to selected portions of a person's hair. The application cloth and the hair styling device cooperate, via hair contacting elements and/or a securing frame, to provide an effective, efficient and versatile system that facilitates the effective transfer of any of a variety of different hair treatment substances in accordance with various specialized or required hair styling or conditioning procedures.

Abstract: A hairdryer having a body with a handle portion and a head portion is provided. The handle portion has an ergonomically shape and a control interface. The head portion has an inlet end defining an air inlet and an outlet end defining an air outlet. The head portion also has a blower for drawing air into the inlet, to direct the fluid air through the head portion, and force the fluid air out the outlet. The head portion also has one or more primary heaters for heating the fluid air as it passes through the head portion and one or more secondary heaters for selectively providing radiant energy to the fluid air as it exits the head portion.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a weight scale having a control system that prompts users for their identity and then displays any one or more of: present weight, past weights, target weights and/or the differences therebetween, as well as a graphical representation of weight vs. time. Another feature of the present invention is the use of a viscoelastic foam pad on the surface of the scale for comfort and sanitary benefits.

Abstract: There is provided a controller for a fabric grooming device to provide optimal user convenience, operational ease, and efficiency in use. The controller has at least an interface, a microprocessor, a sound generator, one or more sensors, a heater, and a timer. The controller may also have any of a variety of other features, such as, for example, a vibrator. The controller can cooperate with any of a variety of grooming devices in a space-efficient manner, and offers the user a safe, effective and efficient way for interactive operative control of such devices.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a weight scale having a balance control system that detects unequal load distribution to the scale's load sensors and produces an output signal that enables the user to re-distribute weight until a predetermined level of balance is achieved. Various load sensors are positioned in an array within the scale and are in communication with a controller that receives signals from the sensors indicative of relative load applied to each. The controller generates a signal that is displayed or emitted to the user indicative of the position of the user's center of gravity relative to the sensors.

Abstract: There is provided a filter for use with a hair air-styling device and a method for maintaining and/or replacing such a filter. The filter has a frame for detachably retaining a flexible screening fabric so as to form an air permeable wall. The filter is telescopically connected to the hair air-styling device so as to provide a user selective access to the filter, thereby enabling the user to quickly visually ascertain the condition of the filter, and, if needed, to easily clean and/or remove and replace the filter.

Abstract: A bristle disk for an electric toothbrush is provided. The bristle disk has a bristle carrier and bristles arranged in tufts disposed in an outer row, a middle row and an inner row. The outer row tufts are adapted for cleaning the gingival space between the teeth and gums. The middle row tufts are adapted for cleaning the surface of the teeth. The inner row tuft is adapted for cleaning the interproximal space between the teeth.