Abstract: A new lip balm applicator is described, which comprises an upper portion and a lower portion which have interengageable connecting means and a support for supporting a solidified lip balm material. The lower portion comprises supporting ribs formed on the inner surface of the lower portion and a lower opening having a closing lid and the solidified lip balm material is circumventing at least part of the supporting ribs. Further a novel method for manufacturing a lip balm applicator is described.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an applicator for applying a cosmetic, makeup or care, product to the eyelashes and/or eyebrows, having a moulded applicator member (8) having: —a core (10) that extends along a longitudinal axis (X), —spikes (15, 16) that are carried by the core (10) and are disposed all around the core (10) in a plurality of longitudinal rows (17, 19), wherein, in said applicator, at least one longitudinal row (17) has an alternation of curved spikes (16) that each extend along a curvilinear elongation axis (Ec) and straight spikes (15) that each extend along a rectilinear elongation axis (Er).

Abstract: The present invention is a pocket mirror that may be conveniently used by a person for many applications, including the application of eye shadow and other cosmetics. The pocket mirror comprises a body and a mirror engaged with the body. The pocket mirror further comprises first and second light sources disposed at left and right portions of the mirror, respectively, to emit light from the mirror. The pocket mirror further comprises a ring engaged with the body between a closed position where the ring is disposed substantially within the body and an open position where the ring is disposed substantially outward of said body. The ring comprises an least one opening that so the pocket mirror may be manipulated by a person's finger or fingers.

Abstract: A system for providing custom cosmetic products includes a lower base configured to receive a plurality of containers, an upper base, and a plurality of dispensing cylinders coupled to the upper base. The dispensing cylinders are configured to selectively deposit cosmetic ingredients into the containers.

Abstract: An electronic device may have a layer of material with transparent portions. The layer of material may be fabric layer, a layer of leather, or other layer of material. The transparent portions may be formed from openings in the layer of material. The transparent portions may overlap electrical components. The electrical components may include a sensor, light-emitting components, and haptic output components. The light-emitting components may include light-emitting diodes, edge-lit light guides, displays having arrays of pixels, or other light-emitting devices. The openings in the layer of material may be patterned to form icon shapes and other shapes. The layer of material may be used in forming a strap for a wristwatch, a case for a cellular telephone or other portable device, or other electronic device.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and devices for securing an accessory to a modular load-carrying device are disclosed. An attachment apparatus for securing an accessory to a modular load-carrying device is disclosed. The attachment apparatus includes a bridge and further includes a connector having a first end, a body portion, and a second end. The attachment apparatus includes an attachment mechanism securing the connector to the bridge.

Abstract: A holster for carrying heavy duty or industrial scissors on a user's belt. The scissors having a pair of handles and cutting blades. The holster includes a front panel and a back panel, the front panel being secured to the back panel to define therebetween a pouch having an opening and an oppositely disposed closed end. The cutting blades of the scissors are insertable through the opening of the pouch. The holster further includes restraining means, which may be in the form of a restraining rivet, for preventing an end tip of the cutting blades contacting the closed end of the pouch when the scissors are placed into the pouch.

Abstract: A refill for an electric toothbrush comprises a generally tubular structure formed by refill walls defining an interior space for accepting thereinto a coupling stem of a toothbrush handle. The refill includes a motion transmitter functionally connected to the brush head for driving it. The refill has a coupling device including a pair of mutually opposite and resiliently deformable cantilevered arms disposed in the interior space of the refill and adjacent to the refill walls. Each of the arms terminates with a coupling surface for engaging a coupling pin extending from the handle's coupling stem for secure and disengageable connection therewith.

Abstract: A dispenser that includes a resilient applicator that optimizes application of a subject fluid to a desired surface. In one embodiment, the invention is a dispenser comprising a housing having an internal reservoir containing the fluid. The resilient applicator is coupled to the housing and comprises a dispensing orifice. The resilient applicator comprises a working surface that is oriented at an oblique angle to a longitudinal axis of the housing.

Abstract: The present disclosure discloses a toothbrush base and a toothbrushing monitoring system. The toothbrush base is suitable for connecting to a toothbrush for monitoring a toothbrushing process of a user. And the toothbrush base further provides analytical data for an external terminal device. The toothbrushing monitoring system includes the toothbrush base. A technical solution adopted in the present disclosure is: a toothbrush base, suitable for connecting to a toothbrush for collecting data during a toothbrushing process of a user. The toothbrush base comprises a housing. The housing is provided with a connecting end connected to an external toothbrush. The toothbrush base further comprises a toothbrushing monitoring device in the housing. The toothbrushing monitoring device is configured for collecting toothbrushing process data.

Abstract: An oral care implement having electrodes thereon. In one aspect, the oral care implement may include a handle and a head, the head having an outer surface. A plurality of tooth cleaning elements extend from the head. At least one oral care agent dispenser is located on the head. A first electrode and a second electrode are located on the head and operably coupled to a power source to have opposite electrical charges. In some embodiments at least one of the first and second electrodes may be a sacrificial electrode. The oral care agent dispenser may be an outlet that is coupled to an oral care fluid in a reservoir and/or a solid release polymer that releases an oral care agent over time during use of the oral care implement.

Abstract: An oral care implement having electrodes thereon. In one aspect, the oral care implement may include a handle and a head, the head having a front surface and an opposite rear surface. A plurality of tooth cleaning elements may extend from the front surface of the head. A soft tissue cleaner may be located on the rear surface of the head, the soft tissue cleaner including a protuberance field. A first electrode and a second electrode are each operably coupled to a power source to have opposite electrical charges. The first and second electrodes may be spaced apart from one another and substantially surround the protuberance field. In other embodiments, the first and second electrodes may be embedded within or otherwise located within the protuberance field.

Abstract: A method and system for monitoring the location of an oral care device (102) within the mouth of a user, includes: an oral care device (102) having a light source (104); an optical sensor (112) configured to receive light emitted by the light source and to receive light reflected from a user using the oral care device; a computing device (110) adapted to receive and process signals generated by the optical sensor, and programmed to: detect at least one facial feature of the user from the received light reflected from a user; estimate the location of the user's teeth according to the detected facial feature; determine a location of the light source according to the received emitted light; compare the location of the light source to the location of the teeth to estimate the position of the oral care device with respect to the teeth of the user.

Abstract: Disclosed is a makeup brush cleaning kit. According to the present invention, the makeup brush cleaning kit includes: a base body; a cover body coupled openably/closably to the base body; and a cleaning unit disposed in the cover body and serving as a cleaning place for the makeup brush, wherein the cleaning unit has a plurality of drainage holes formed thereon in such a manner as to communicate with the outside of the cover body.

Abstract: The invention relates to an electrically adjustable piece of furniture comprising an electric drive motor for adjusting as least one furniture adjusting section with respect to a furniture support section, wherein the piece of furniture comprises sensor devices for detecting the inclination or the change of inclination of the furniture adjusting section.

Abstract: In an embodiment, a furniture kit for storage, transport, and/or assembly of components for use in forming a piece of furniture, includes a plurality of legs, connectors, and instructions. The legs may be connectable to a top portion of the piece of furniture such that they support the top portion in an elevated position. The connectors may include connectors for attaching a plurality of upper members together, thereby forming the top portion. Moreover, the connectors may include connectors for attaching the legs to the top portion. The instructions may include a cut sheet for cutting the upper members, instructions for connecting the upper members using the connectors, and/or instructions for connecting the steel legs to the top portion. The kit may include a container that may be used to store and/or transport the instructions, legs, and connectors.

Abstract: A device including a base section operable for storage or transport of cosmetic items; a compartmentalized storage area including at least one large storage area and at least one small storage area; a primary lid portion that is configured to provide cover for the base section; a mirror appliance disposed on an interior surface of the primary lid portion; a cushioned interior surface; a protective pad that is configured to prevent the stored cosmetic items from making contact with said mirror appliance during transport; a retractable support leg implement; and a chamber section, in which the chamber section comprises at least two open chamber sections being disposed on each side of a bottom portion of the base section, wherein each of the two open chamber sections are configured to house at least two retractable support leg implements.

Abstract: An office furniture component provides an enclosure defining an interior work space, the enclosure having at least three walls and one or more open sides via which the interior work space may be accessed. A flat work surface may be provided within the interior space. Electronic systems may be installed within the furniture component, such as display screens, cameras, and lighting systems. A lighting controller may implement contextual lighting to vary work space illumination in response to occupant use of the work space.

Abstract: A movement control device is applicable to a first object and second object movable relative to the first object. One of the first object and the second object is arranged with a first blocking part and a second blocking part; and the other one of the first object and the second object is movably arranged with a blocking member. When the second object is moved relative to the first object and the blocking member is moved from an initial position to a blocking position, the blocking member is configured to block one of the first blocking part and the second blocking part, in order to prevent the second object from being moved relative to the first object.

Abstract: A compact front regulation system for leveling feet of furniture pieces having a bottom and shoulders includes, in combination, at least one front foot and at least one rear foot, the at least one rear foot having a regulation mechanism in height which is accessible from the outside and which can be maneuvered using a regulation tool. The at least one front foot has a pass-through hole for the regulation tool of the rear foot, the pass-through hole acting as a support and a guide for the regulation tool.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to an attachment arrangement adapted to connect a first furniture part to a second furniture part. The attachment arrangement comprises a first attachment part adapted to be inserted into a recess in said first furniture part along a first axis, and a second attachment part adapted to be inserted into a recess in said second furniture part by a relative motion along a second axis. The second attachment part comprises at least one elongated ridge having a length and a height extending in a ridge plane, the ridge plane having a normal forming an angle to the first axis, which angle is smaller than 30°, wherein said at least one elongated ridge is formed on top and/or side surfaces of the second attachment part. The disclosure also relates to a piece of furniture comprising a first furniture part, a second furniture part and an attachment arrangement.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a quick mounting holder structure for sinking mechanical extension device of functional sofa, which includes a mounting support, a stretchable component, a backrest component, and a main body. The mounting support, the stretchable component, the backrest component are rotatably installed in the main body. The mounting support includes a crossbeam and at least one mounting piece. The crossbeam includes a side panel. At least one mounting piece is fixed on the side panel and is perpendicular to the side panel. The mounting support and wooden frame are fixed by an electric drill using a screw through the mounting hole. The operation is simple and quick. Further, at least one mounting piece is fixed on the side panel, lowering the mounting height, so that the height of the whole sofa and rocking chair is lowered. Thus, the comfortableness of the user is improved.

Abstract: A stackable furniture device, comprises a seat section and a plurality of legs coupled to the seat section, each leg extending for a length thereunder, the plurality of legs comprising a front leg located forwardly of the seat section's center of gravity and a rear leg located rearwardly of the front leg, wherein there exists an acute angle between a centerline passing through a majority of the length of the front leg and a centerline passing through a majority of the length of the rear leg when measured in a profile view of the stackable furniture device.

Abstract: A method for producing a seat core material that has a foamed molded substrate and a frame member embedded in a periphery thereof, which includes, as step (a), heating thermoplastic resin expanded beads in a mold cavity, in which the frame member has been disposed, to fusion-bond the expanded beads to each other and to obtain the foamed molded substrate with the frame member being embedded in the periphery thereof; and, as step (b), simultaneously with step (a) or after step (a), forming a void cavity S, S? in the foamed molded substrate at a position along and adjacent to the frame member. The void cavity S, S? has a size and shape that allows a relative displacement between the frame member and the foamed molded substrate when the foamed molded substrate shrinks after step (b).

Abstract: A seating device and seating device backrest are described. The seating device and backrest have a seat portion dimensioned for an occupant; a support arm coupled to seat portion proximate a first end of the support arm; a mounting receptacle coupled to the support arm proximate a second end of the support arm, wherein the mounting receptacle is configured to accept a substantially convex body, and wherein the support arm is configured to position the mounting receptacle at an angle such that the convex body makes focal contact at an seat occupant's optimally concave lumbar/thoracic spinal regions.

Abstract: A recliner chair bed includes a first frame, a second frame, a backrest, and a leg rest. The first frame has front and rear ends. The second frame fits comfortably and moves telescopically inside and outside of the first frame. The leg rest is attached to the front end of the first frame. The backrest is attached to the rear end of the first frame. The independent movement of the back and leg rests helps in achieving desired position for comfort. The recliner chair bed provides stability, can be moved on to any fixtures such as furniture and toilet and also can be converted into a bed.

Abstract: An electric support system for headrest includes a linear drive device and at least one connecting rod assembly. The connecting rod assembly includes a first fastener, a second fastener, a first connecting rod, a second connecting rod, a curved third connecting rod, and a curved fourth connecting rod between the two fasteners. The linear drive device is connected to the first fastener. An output end is connected to the third connecting rod and movable to drive the connecting rod assembly to expand to make the second fastener to a topmost position where an middle part of the third connecting rod coincides with the fourth connecting rod, or drive the connecting rod assembly to fold to make the second fastener to a bottommost position. Thus, the connecting rod assembly will be hidden between the sofa body and the headrest, which makes sofa more beautiful and in line with consumer aesthetic.

Abstract: In various embodiments, a support system includes a multi-layer support system with a number of layers. Systems and methods of removing moisture vapor from an environment surrounding patient are disclosed that accomplish such removal.

Abstract: A mattress includes an outer casing, and an inner core that is surrounded by the outer casing. The mattress has two major faces, two long side faces, and two end faces. The inner core includes a plurality of pocket springs that each have at least one spring within a fabric pocket. Each spring is compressible along a compressive axis, and the pocket springs are arranged within the core such that the compressive axes extend perpendicularly to the two major faces. The pocket springs are arranged into two lateral sets, and a central set. In each lateral set, the fabric pockets of adjacent pocket springs are interconnected in regions adjacent the major faces of the mattress. In the central set, the fabric pockets of adjacent pocket springs are interconnected in regions adjacent the major faces of the mattress. The central set is disposed between the two lateral sets, and extends in a direction parallel to the long side faces of the mattress.

Abstract: A pocketed spring assembly comprises a plurality of parallel strings of individually pocketed springs. Each string is joined to at least one adjacent string. Each string has first and second opposed plies of fabric and a plurality of pockets formed along a length of the string by transverse seams joining the plies. At least one spring is positioned in each of the pockets. The double-layered fabric used to make at least some strings comprises two layers of non-woven spunbonded polypropylene fabric to reduce noise. The layers may be ultrasonically welded or point bonded together.

Abstract: A coil-in-coil spring is provided that exhibits a variable loading response as the spring is compressed. The coil-in-coil spring comprises a continuous wire forming’ an inner coil having a substantially conical shape and an outer coil extending around the inner coil and having a substantially cylindrical shape. The inner coil includes a plurality of helical convolutions with diameters that progressively decrease as the plurality of helical convolutions extend from a lower end of the coil-in-coil spring to an upper end convolution of the inner coil. The inner coil also has an uncompressed height that is about 75% of the uncompressed height of the outer coil, A mattress is further provided and includes the coil-in-coil springs arranged in a matrix.

Abstract: A cover member is a detachable cover member of seat. The cover member comprises at least a skin material and a lining material which is positioned on a back side of the skin material, the lining material is a multistory cloth which is bonded on the back side of the skin material through bonding agent, the cover member comprises bonded parts which the bonding agent is adhered and non-bonded parts which the bonding agent is not adhered between the the multistory cloth and the skin material. And, the multistory cloth may be a multistory knitting fabric which is knitted by polyester resin-made threads, the bonded part may be arranged in any one out of a net-likeshape, a dot-like-shape and a checkered pattern, the bonded part may be arranged irregularly et cetera.

Abstract: A baby changing apparatus. The baby changing apparatus includes a pad having an upper surface, a lower surface, a first side and a second side. A first connector is disposed on the first side. A privacy shield includes a proximal end joined to and extending from the first side of the pad and a distal end. A second connector is coupled to the distal end. The privacy shield is configured to fold over itself and the pad such that the second connector releasably connects to the first connector and the privacy shield forms a tube shape in a deployed position.

Abstract: Provided are a rotation mechanism and a display supporter. The mechanism includes a holder, a horizontal rotation part and a vertical rotation part. One end of the vertical rotation part is rotationally connected with the holder via a rotation shaft, such that the vertical rotation part rotates about the rotation shaft in a vertical direction. One end of the horizontal rotation part is rotationally connected with the other end of the vertical rotation part via a connection shaft, such that the horizontal rotation part can rotate about the connection shaft in a horizontal direction. During use, a vertical rotation can be achieved by rotating the vertical rotation part around the rotation shaft, and a horizontal rotation can be achieved by horizontally adjusting the horizontal rotation part with a force. The vertical and horizontal rotation parts are integrated together, which facilitates the adjustment and reduces the occupied space.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a magnetic picture frame system to be hung to a supporting structure, the magnetic picture frame system comprising a frame body defining a picture receiving area and having a front face and a back face; a backing plate having an inner face engageable to the back face of the frame body to cover at least partially the picture receiving area, and an opposed outer face having a ferromagnetic area. The system further comprises a fixing apparatus having a magnetic portion magnetically removably couplable to the ferromagnetic area of the outer face of the backing plate; and a coupling portion couplable with the supporting structure.

Abstract: A modular picture frame system is disclosed and includes at least one base frame and a plurality of secondary frames. The base frame and each secondary frame include permanent magnets disposed on the frames to allow releasable attachment of the secondary frames to the base frame, or to other secondary frames which are attached to the base frame. The base frame is affixed to a wall or other surface upon which the frames are to be displayed. However, the secondary frames are not affixed to the wall but are only attached by way of the magnets directly or indirectly to the base frame. Accordingly, the secondary frames may be arranged or rearranged in any configuration with respect to the base frame.

Abstract: A flower pot holding assembly for inhibiting a flower pot from tipping over when the flower pot is displayed includes a plurality of spikes that is each manipulated to penetrate a support surface. A cage is coupled to the plurality of spikes. The cage rests on the support surface when the spikes penetrate the support surface. A flower pot is selectively positioned in the cage thereby inhibiting the flower pot from tipping over.

Abstract: The invention, as described herein, is a combination maternity and feeding support pillow, which will relieve muscle stress and ligament strain on the expectant and/or nursing mother. Pregnancy places a great amount of strain on a woman's body; therefore, the support pillow is designed to mold into a variety of positions, making it particularly useful where the range of motion of the user is limited. Additionally, the moldable design will make the support pillow particularly useful for nursing and bottle feeding, as range of motion remains limited even after childbirth. This is especially applicable in the event of a cesarean section. The pillow can easily be adjusted with one hand and its flexible design supports all nursing positions, including tandem feeding.

Abstract: A headrest assembly for a user to recline thereon. The headrest assembly comprises an upper portion for supporting the user's head and a lower portion for supporting the user's upper back. There is a rigid base that supports the upper and lower portions. At the upper portion, there are one or more upper cushions coupled to the rigid base. The upper cushion(s) are configured to support a user's head. At the lower portion, one or more elongated back support(s) are coupled to the rigid base. Also disclosed are methods for using a headrest assembly.

Abstract: A feeding mat and methods for its use are disclosed. In some embodiments, the feeding mat comprises a base having an upper surface, a lower surface, an inner region and an outer region. In some embodiments, an outer wall is integrally formed in the upper surface forming a dish suitable to contain a food product. In some embodiments, the inner region is essentially planar and forms a reference plane generally parallel to the flat surface. In some embodiments, the outer region has a slope with respect to the inner region and reference plane in the range of around 1.0° to 10.0°.

Abstract: A method of producing a wine glass (W) to which a decorative piece (J) is mounted and permanently held in place. The method includes first selecting a decorative piece from a plurality of decorative pieces, then cleaning a portion of the glass to which the decorative piece is to be attached. Next, a glue is applied to a backside of the decorative piece, the backside being fitted against an outer surface of the glassware, and the glue including a resin sensitive to ultraviolet (UV) light. Finally, the wine glass and decorative piece are radiated with an ultraviolet light having a defined wavelength for a predetermined period of time for the light to cure the resin and permanently affix the decorative piece to the wine glass.

Abstract: A drink container with convertible spouts is provided. The drink container includes a lid that can be removably coupled to a container body having a volume to hold fluids. The lid can include a rigid spout. A flexible spout can be removably coupled to the lid. When the flexible spout is coupled to the lid, the flexible spout can be positioned to extend through the rigid spout and can be adjustable from an extended configuration, wherein at least a portion of the flexible spout extends above a top end of the rigid spout, to a retracted configuration, wherein all or substantially all of the flexible spout is at or below the top end of the rigid spout. The drink container can also include a spout cap rotatable with respect to the lid, which seals both the rigid spout and the flexible spout when the cap is in a closed configuration.

Abstract: The present invention comprises of a novel eating utensil that combines the function of impaling and grabbing food in a compact and planar form. The advantageous compact and planar form allows the present invention to be included inside the prepared grab-and-go food, including, but not limited to, fruit bowl, salad, noodle, and sushi. Moreover, the novel utensil has further advantage for food such as, but not limited to, hors d'oeuvre, cut fruits, nuts, and desserts in family or social gatherings. The novel form allows various materials and processes to be used in production providing greater market selections. The compact utensil promotes healthier slow eating habit and environmental conservation. Furthermore the form allows for portability and ease of cleaning, promoting multiple reuse of the present invention.

Abstract: Systems, devices, and methods are disclosed for maintaining oral hydration. A device may include a perforated tube, covered by an outer cover made of an absorbent material. The tube may be shaped such that it allows a patient using the device to open and close his or her jaw, without displacement and also to allow other medical devices to be used on the patient simultaneously.

Abstract: An interchange beverage holder comprising a stretchable strap adapted to circumscribe furniture and one or more receptacles adapted to receive and secure a beverage.

Abstract: Embodiments provide a portable beverage holder and carrier system. The system may be worn on a user's waist or belt in a hands-free manner. An interior space of a beverage holding portion of the portable beverage holder features at least one prong for secure positioning of a beverage container. The system features an adjustable rotator that allows movement and then locking of the beverage holding portion. The system may also include a removable canister for holding additional items.

Abstract: Spaced-apart elongate ribs formed on a floor of an upper surface of a coaster have sidewalls that each have a concave curved surface extending upward from the floor, and a convex curved surface extending upward from an upper end of the concave curved surface to a top of the rib. A radius of the concave curved surface is larger than a height of the rib. A lower surface of the coaster has spaced-apart nibs having surfaces formed as surfaces of rotation, each of which downwardly extends from a general lower surface of the coaster body to a bottom of the nib. A sidewall of the nib has a concave curved surface that extends downwardly from the general surface, and a convex curved surface that extends downwardly from a lower end of the concave curved surface to the bottom of the nib. A radius of the concaved curved surface of the nib sidewall is greater than a height of the nib. The avoidance of crevasses, corners and channels in the coaster makes the coaster easier to keep clean.

Abstract: Disclosed is a hat holding including a first strap having a first end and a second end, a second strap having a first end and a second end, the second strap joined to the first strap, a first ferromagnetic member disposed at the first end of the first strap, a second ferromagnetic member disposed the first end of the second strap, and a hook coupled to the first strap. The first strap and the second strap are configured to be separably joined at their respective first ends by a magnetic attraction between the first ferromagnetic member and the second ferromagnetic member.

Abstract: A hanger for pants; the hanger includes a hanger hook, a right arm, a left arm and a bottom support. In a preferred embodiment, the hanger hook, the right arm and the left arm are made from a wire-metal material and the bottom support is made from wood. The hanger is useful for hanging heavy garments, such as denim jeans, therefrom.

Abstract: An anti-fatigue mat/shock pad has a mat body with a top surface, a bottom surface, a left side edge, a right side edge and a top and bottom edges. The top and bottom surface of the mat have raised regions thereon which are made up of longitudinally extending raised ribs arranged in parallel fashion with respect to one another and spaced apart a selected distance by longitudinal channels. The longitudinal ribs on the top surface are offset from the longitudinal ribs on the bottom surface in an alternating fashion so that they present a staggered array when viewed in cross section. This particular pattern of raised ribs on the top and bottom surfaces of the mat produces a non-linear deformation pattern under impact forces in use, such as would be caused by athletes running or jumping on an athletic field.