Abstract: An apparatus includes a cylindrically shaped reservoir for housing lotion therein. The reservoir has a continuous outer surface defining monolithically formed upper and lower portions. The upper portion is spaced inwardly from the lower portion. A cap is threadably conjoinable with the upper portion. An elongated and rectilinear handle is slidably positional into the reservoir. The handle is provided with a monolithically formed bottom lip portion annularly protruding away therefrom and a monolithically formed top end that has a spherical shape. An applicator pad is rotatably conjoined about the handle and nested within the reservoir in such a manner that the applicator pad becomes impregnated with the lotion during non-operating conditions. The applicator pad has an open top end portion wherein the handle is positioned therethrough. The applicator pad maintains a static relationship with the reservoir as the handle is linearly extracted from the reservoir.

Abstract: An apparatus the combines an eraser for a marker board with a container for cleaning the marker board. The apparatus has a bracket design to hold a container of cleaning solution. An opening in the front of the apparatus provides for the insertion of the container of cleaning solution into the bracket. An adhesive means on the bottom side of the bracket enables an eraser to be attached to the bracket.

Abstract: An improved package, suitable for holding a treatment fluid comprising a volatile solvent and kits comprising the package containing the treatment fluid and an applicator are disclosed. The package comprises a reservoir for the liquid which is sealed by a ruturable seal. A cap, coupled to one end of the reservoir, is in the form of a sleeve which is axially translatable along the reservoir from first to second positions. A cutting tool integrated with the cap ruptures the rupturable seal as the cap is moved from first to second positions so that the liquid can thereby be made accessible through an opening in an end wall of the cap. The package provides excellent protection for volatile liquids, yet can be easily opened by a simple press-action, instantly providing access to the liquid so that it can subsequently accessed by a liquid applicator.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a golf ball cleaning apparatus that is adapted to be worn on the belt of a user. The apparatus permits its wearer to easily clean a golf ball at any point during a round of golf. The apparatus includes a water tight container with a slidable tray storing a sponge. A serrated edge is also included upon the tray to remove build-up upon a golf ball.

Abstract: A portable window/windshield cleaning device is self contained with washing liquid and a squeegee.

Abstract: The present invention provides a device (1) for packaging and applying a substance (P), in particular a cosmetic or a care product, the device comprising:

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions for treating shoes, especially leather-containing shoes, such as athletic shoes, and methods and articles of manufacture employing same to treat the shoes prior to and/or during and/or after washing the shoes. More particularly, the present invention relates to compositions applied to one or more shoes in need of treatment prior to and/or during and/or after washing the shoes for imparting a desired benefit to the shoes such as cleaning and/or conditioning and/or disinfecting and/or deodorizing.

Abstract: A small slender container and an applicator that may be used to store small quantity of substance, such as creams, lotions, and make-ups in a sealed environment and easily and sanitarily dispenses its content for application as desired is disclosed. The content of the slender container may be permanently sealed with an opening means or may be sealed with a high viscosity substance such as silicone. The container and applicator comprises of a small slender container with a sealed first end and a second end with a high viscosity substance sealed within the container and an applicator that is inserted into the container to simultaneously extract and inject the content into the applicator. The applicator may then be used to apply the contents to the desired location. After application, the sealed compartment and the applicator are disposed of.

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 device for packaging and applying a substance may comprise a receptacle for containing the substance and at least one housing in flow communication with the receptacle. The at least one housing may be configured to receive an applicator element and may comprise a side wall and an end wall. The device may also comprise at least one applicator element for applying the substance. The at least one applicator element may comprise a first portion configured to abut the end wall when the at least one applicator element is at least partially received in the at least one housing and the first portion is in an uncompressed configuration. The at least one applicator element may also comprise a second portion comprising at least one recess. The second portion may be configured to abut the end wall when the at least one applicator element is at least partially received in the at least one housing and the first portion is in a compressed configuration.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved package, suitable for holding a treatment fluid comprising a volatile solvent.

Abstract: The present invention provides a packaging and dispenser device comprising:

Abstract: The present invention is an apparatus the combines an eraser for a marker board with a container for cleaning the marker board. This invention has a bracket design to hold a container of cleaning solution. An opening in the front of the apparatus provides for the insertion of the container of cleaning solution into the bracket. An adhesive means on the bottom side of the bracket enables an eraser to be attached to the bracket.

Abstract: A fill and refill disposable toothbrush package comprising of a neck having tufts attached thereon at one end at the traditional location where the head placement on a conventional toothbrush, at the opposite end a hollowed opening that can be integrated therewith a fill handle. The fill handle having a cylindrical open center within and throughout for storage of toothpaste. The fill handle at one end able to integrate therewith the neck. At the opposite end of fill handle which can be integrated therewith an end plug. Thereon end plug dental floss within an annular groove and floss cutter. A refill handle that is an exact duplication of fill handle, at one end a front closing cap that can be integrated therewith the refill handle, at the other end a rear closing cap that is integrated thereon to the refill handle. The fill handle and refill handle having a soft elastical non-porous membrane intermediate thereon extending over to enclose an open cavity having concave sides.

Abstract: A package for a multiple-component composition includes a first sheet and a second sheet connected to the first sheet, and at least one of the sheets is made of a flexible material. At least two storage chambers and a mixing chamber are located between the sheets and interconnected by passageways. In certain embodiments, the mixing chamber is located between the passageways. In some embodiments, the passageways are spaced from each other. Compressing the storage chamber directs components in the respective chambers into the mixing chamber for subsequent dispensing as needed. Optionally, an actuator is provided and has a channel for receiving the package. As the package moves through the channel, the storage chambers are compressed and the components in the storage chamber are directed to the mixing chamber.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a packaging and applicator device comprising a compartment for receiving a receptacle containing a substance; a applicator capable of being releasably fixed to the device; a first opening through which the applicator can take the substance; a shutter associated with the first opening and capable of taking a closed position and an opened position; a transmission member capable of being driven in displacement by the applicator to move the shutter into at least one of the open and closed positions; and a second opening distinct from the first and through which the receptacle can be inserted in said compartment, by being moved relative to the transmission member.

Abstract: An advanced cleaning system having a handle portion with a proximal end and a distal end, a cleaning head portion, the cleaning head portion adapted for use with a removable cleaning pad, and a cleaning fluid reservoir fluidically coupled to the cleaning head portion such that cleaning fluid is controllably allowed to flow via gravity onto the surface to be cleaned adjacent the cleaning head portion.

Abstract: The paint and rinsing-agent valves of a paint changer for connection of a number of paint lines for coating material of different, selectable paints with an application element are pilot-controlled pneumatically by a compressed air line common for all valves and placed permanently under pressure, and switched by attached electronically controlled electromagnetic valves. The electronic control takes placed by means of a field bus system electronically interfaced with each of the paint and rinsing-agent valves.

Abstract: This invention provides a mascara and a like cosmetics application onto the eyelashes. An improved electrically driven hand-held device for eyelash mascara application includes a mascara container coupled with the brush handle, including a power supply electrically connected through the electrical switch to the reversible motor, the shaft of which is coupled by a connecting means with the rod of the brush, and wherein the reversible motor provides the rotation of the brush with the mascara onto it during engagement with the eyelashes.

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 disposable toothbrush kit which includes a toothpaste dispensing device, and toothpaste dispensing devices for use in brushing teeth. The kit includes a disposable toothbrush and a toothpaste stick which attaches to the handle using an edible adhesive. Alternatively, a plastic toothpaste-containing vial is adhesively attached to the toothbrush.

Abstract: A cap assembly for closing a container. The cap assembly has: (i) an undercap having a cap body with a top end (or wall) and with at least one endless side wall depending from the top end (or wall) to form a housing for receiving the neck of a container; (ii) an overcap having an overcap body with a top end and with at least one endless side wall depending from the top end to form a housing for receiving and engaging the (cap body of the) undercap; and (iii) an applicator having a stem with a first end for engagement with, or integrally formed with, the undercap within the housing, so that the stem projects from the housing, and a second free end for applying product. The exterior of the undercap body has a series of circumferentially arranged teeth for interengagement with a corresponding series of circumferentially arranged teeth within the housing of the overcap.

Abstract: A disposable toothbrush kit which includes a toothpaste dispensing device, and toothpaste dispensing devices for use in brushing teeth. The kit includes a disposable toothbrush and a toothpaste stick which attaches to the handle using an edible adhesive. Alternatively, a plastic toothpaste-containing vial is adhesively attached to the toothbrush.

Abstract: A substance applying apparatus is provided for applying a substance to an application location. An application element having a wetting body is partially received in an inner tube and the inner tube is received in an outer tube. A fluid connection between the inner space of the inner tube and the inner space of the outer tube is produced by the application of pressure on the substance applying apparatus. The inner tube is comprised of a softer material than the outer tube and at least the bottom of the inner tube is deformable upon the application of pressure on the substance applying apparatus.

Abstract: A container and applicator assembly includes an applicator with a handle and a dispensing tip, and a container with a chamber that detachably receives at least part of the applicator. The container has an inner surface with a plurality of protrusions that extend in the chamber along side portions of the tip. The protrusions facilitate distribution of the composition across the tip and also help to prevent unintentional movement of the composition to other areas.

Abstract: A refillable cosmetic powder dispenser is provided for use with a retractable cosmetic powder brush. The refillable cosmetic powder dispenser includes a scoop refiller, a scoop refiller cap, a brush adapter, and a central rotational means connecting the scoop refiller and the brush adapter. Both scoop refiller and brush adapter have one closed end having a plurality of spaced openings, which can be aligned for dispensing powder by manual rotation through the central rotational means. The scoop refiller has an open end with an inclined opening in a scoop like shape for convenient refill of cosmetic powder. Additionally, the refillable cosmetic powder dispenser can further have a mirror on top of the scoop refiller cap for cosmetic applications. The refillable cosmetic powder dispenser can be assembled with a retractable cosmetic powder brush as a refillable cosmetic powder applicator.

Abstract: A package for a multiple-component composition includes a first sheet and a second sheet connected to the first sheet, and at least one of the sheets is made of a flexible material. At least two storage chambers and a mixing chamber are located between the sheets and interconnected by passageways. In certain embodiments, the mixing chamber is located between the passageways. In some embodiments, the passageways are spaced from each other. Compressing the storage chamber directs components in the respective chambers into the mixing chamber for subsequent dispensing as needed. Optionally, an actuator is provided and has a channel for receiving the package. As the package moves through the channel, the storage chambers are compressed and the components in the storage chamber are directed to the mixing chamber.

Abstract: A method and assembly is provided for use in marketing and supplying liquid soap for use with mesh bath sponges includes a substantial sperical mesh body formed from a polymeric netting material. A cord loop is attached and extends from the mesh body. A flexible pouch housing liquid soap is secured to the cord loop such that those who purchase the mesh sponge are enticed to use the liquid soap.

Abstract: The present application relates to an applicator comprising a support which is configured to allow the applicator to be engaged with a container containing a first product, in the form of a gel, cream, or liquid, and an application member on the support. The application member is capable of conveying the first product from an opening defined by the support to an application face of the said application member. The applicator further includes a lid configured to removably cover the applicator member by engaging with the support. In a closed end of the lid there is a second product, in the form of a solid cake or powder. The application face is capable, when the lid is fitted, of being pressed elastically against the said second product so that the second product can be loaded onto the application face.

Abstract: An application device for applying a cosmetic product includes a stem and an application element on the stem. The application element includes a plurality of bristles configured to apply a cosmetic product. The plurality of bristles include at least one first bristle having a surface with at least one helical groove extending over at least a portion of its length. The first bristle can additionally have a cross-section with at least one hollow portion. The hollow portion may be formed on the surface of the first bristle or inside the first bristle. Optionally, the plurality of bristles can include at least one second bristle having a cross-section with at least one hollow portion. Again, the hollow portion may be formed on the surface of or inside the second bristle. The second bristle may further include a helical groove extending over at least a portion of its length.

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: A swab dispenser comprising a bin adapted to store swabs, a fluid reservoir, and optionally, a cover. The bin may be compartmentalized. The reservoir ceiling has a depression in its outer surface, an aperture at the low point of the depression, and is optionally removable for cleaning and filling. A membrane covers the aperture. The membrane has an opening that is at least two intersecting slits or a circular hole that allows a swab to be inserted into the reservoir by temporarily deforming the membrane. Preferably, the floor of the reservoir is concave with the low point directly below the aperture. Alternatively, the bin and reservoir are separable so one may be replaced without having to discard the other.

Abstract: Disclosed is a cleaning apparatus that is adapted to be worn on the belt of a user. The apparatus permits its wearer to clean a golf ball at any point during a round of golf. The apparatus includes a water tight container with a hinged lid which houses a volume of cleaning fluid. A cleaning implement, such as a sponge, is removably positioned within the container such that it comes into contact with, and absorbs, the cleaning fluid. Thereafter, the implement can be removed from the container and used to clean the surface of a golf ball.

Abstract: A method of applying a medicament using a disposable swab applicator formed of a swab and a housing including a reservoir member and an adjustable sleeve member is provided. The reservoir member has a channel formed therein for receiving and storing the medicament with the adjustable inner sleeve member also being disposed within the channel. The inner sleeve member has an open first end which receives the swab and a closed second end with one or more windows formed between the first and second ends. In a first position within the reservoir member, the closed second end of the inner sleeve member forms a seal with the reservoir member to effectively store the medicament in the reservoir member. Movement of the inner sleeve member from the first position to a second position causes the medicament to flow through the one or more windows into contact with the swab resulting in the swab being ready for use.

Abstract: An applicator for applying a product includes a flexible stem having a first end and a second end, a flexible application member on the first end of the stem, and a handling member on the second end of the stem. The application member and the stem are both configured to flex upon application of the product to a surface. The product may include a cosmetic product and the surface may be on a fingernail.

Abstract: A twisted-in-wire mascara brush constituted of one or more zones of mascara-absorptive material such as cotton fibers or polymeric sponge material alternating with one or more zones of bristles or fibers substantially nonabsorptive to mascara along the length of the brush. A package of mascara includes a container holding a body of mascara and an applicator brush constituted of alternating zones of material absorptive to the mascara and bristles or fibers nonabsorptive to the mascara.

Abstract: A composition including a base and a plurality of abrasive particles. An apparatus including a head, and an applicator coupled to the head, the applicator having dimensions suitable for contacting localized areas of human skin. A method including applying a composition to an area of human skin, the composition comprising a base and a plurality of abrasive particles, and manipulating the composition over the area of human skin with a handle-operated instrument.

Abstract: A dispenser is provided for dispensing liquid soap onto a scrub brush. The dispenser includes a reservoir for holding liquid soap, supporting surfaces for supporting the scrub brush in suspension above the liquid soap in the reservoir. In one embodiment, a carrier for holding the scrub brush is depressed by a downward force. The downward movement of the carrier enables even distribution of the liquid soap through the carrier to thereby coat an operative portion of the scrub brush. In another embodiment, a manually actuated pump dispenses the liquid soap upwardly through the bottom of a well onto the scrub brush.

Abstract: The subject invention pertains to compositions comprising a rubber-like polymer and low boiling point alkanes which can be used to provide a flexible, durable, permanent repair for snags, holes, runs or ladders in hosiery such as pantyhose and nylon stockings. In a preferred embodiment, the rubber-like polymer is a gum-like residue obtained from drying commercial rubber cement adhesive. A composition comprising 2% weight to volume of this residue in an equal volume solvent system of pentane and hexane is applied to the snag and allowed to dry. When the repair is made while the stocking is being worn, a thin, transparent shield can be inserted between the stocking and the skin of the person wearing the stocking. The shield protects the skin from the composition yet does not adhere to the skin or stocking. The shield therefore can be easily removed after the composition is dry or can be left in place between the skin and the hosiery.

Abstract: A perfume bottle container includes a bottom base, a position base and a cap combined together. The position base is fitted on a chamber of the bottom base, having a spray hole and plural spring plates, closed on by the cap slidable up and down so as to let the spray hole expose when a perfume bottle placed in the chamber of the bottom base is to be used. The cap has two projecting strips to fit and slide up and down two slide grooves of the position base, and plural insert holes for projecting studs on plural spring plates of the position plates to engage, and the insert holes engage the studs when the cap is moved down to an open position wherein the spray hole is exposed for the perfume sprayed by a nozzle of a perfume bottle. When the cap is moved up to a closed position, the cap hides the spray hole.

Abstract: A multi-chamber ampoule for measured doses of liquids, which has an outer sleeve (2) of elastic material which on the inside has a first chamber (12) which extends along an axis (y) and is closed off by a first bottom (31) at the lower end. A closing element seals the outer sleeve (2) at its head end and has a micro brush (1) which at its tip (10) has a flocculus (11) capable of absorbing a liquid. The micro brush (1) is positioned in an inner sleeve (3) which can be moved inside the outer sleeve (2) in the manner of a plunger.

Abstract: An apparatus for applying a sun tan lotion to a hard to reach area of a user's skin having an applicator rotatably supported by a shaft extending from an elongated handle traversing a user's palm, the applicator having a compressible layer of closely spaced wick-like absorbent fiber bundles extending generally outwardly from a mat supported on a hollow cylindrical base, the base including a split cylinder grip member contained in a channel along an inner surface for frictional retention of the shaft, the apparatus also including a container for immersion of the applicator in a supply of lotion having an inner surface sufficient in size to create a clearance around an immersed applicator for non-piston travel of the applicator and an opening sized for interference with the compressible layer of the applicator, the apparatus further including an exit reservoir extending from said opening having an outwardly expanding portion for containment and return of liquid separated from said applicator externall

Abstract: A swab dispenser comprising a bin adapted to store swabs, a fluid reservoir, and optionally, a cover. The bin may be compartmentalized. The reservoir ceiling has a depression in its outer surface and an aperture at the low point of the depression. A membrane covers the aperture. The membrane has at least two intersecting slits that allows a swab to be inserted into the reservoir by temporarily deforming the membrane. Preferably, the slits extend completely across the aperture. Preferably, the floor of the reservoir is concave with the low point directly below the aperture.

Abstract: A Magnetic, latent fingerprint development brush featuring a non-rigid, removable, disposable cover/body, to be used when developing latent fingerprints on contaminated surfaces. The cover can be removed and cleaned or disposed of and exchanged with a new cover. The non-rigid design allows operation without tension springs. The tip is less abrasive against surfaces being printed, since it has no sharp rigid edges. This lessens the chance of distortion of the latent print. The design is simple. A magnetic rod is attached to a handle, which is inserted into a flexible removable cover/body. A light grip holds the cover against the handle during use.

Abstract: A device for storing and applying cosmetic product comprising a container having a neck, and a cap for the container having a top end and a bottom end, the cap having affixed thereto a rod and applicator, wherein the rod is a hollow stem having a proximal and distal end, wherein the proximal end is attached to the cap inner surface and the distal end has an applicator affixed thereto; wherein the top end and bottom end of the cap have inner and outer surfaces, wherein the bottom end inner surface of the cap is designed to mate with the outer surface of the container neck when the container is in the closed position, causing the applicator to be immersed in the cosmetic liquid, and the top end inner surface of the cap is designed to mate with the container neck to form a unitary application device when the applicator is being used to apply cosmetic to a substrate.

Abstract: A dispensing device is detachably mountable atop a plurality of valved containers containing constituents under pressure which are dispensed upon actuation of the container valves. The dispensing device comprises a mixing chamber for mixing together the constituents dispensed from the containers to form a mixed product and for outputting the mixed product through plural outlet ports, an applicator having a plurality of tines at least some of which are hollow, the hollow tines being in fluid communication with respective outlet ports of the mixing chamber for dispensing from distal ends thereof the mixed product, and an actuator for simultaneously actuating the container valves. The mixing chamber has an inlet port for admitting the constituents dispensed from the containers into the mixing chamber, and an elongated tortuous flow path having one end communicating with the inlet port and another end communicating with the plural outlet ports.

Abstract: A method for fusing brushware on a thin walled, molded hollow plastic synthetic container is described. Tufts of synthetic materials arc picked and non-working ends thereof fused. The hollow bottle is molded with protrusions extending from a surface thereof with one protrusion intended to received each fused tuft end. The protrusions then are heat softened to form a melted section of synthetic surface wherein the fused tuft end can be mounted. The result is a hollow container having tufts extending from the outer surface thereof, integral with the container without distorting the thin wall thereof by the fusing process.

Abstract: A combination liquid soap dispenser and scrub brush for dispensing a liquid onto a scrub brush or other cleaning implement. The combination liquid soap dispenser and scrub brush includes a container for holding a liquid, a carrier for holding the cleaning implement, and a means to mount the carrier in suspension above the liquid in the container. In use, the carrier with cleaning element is depressed through downward force to the level of the liquid in the container so as to coat the cleaning implement evenly.

Abstract: A combined toothbrush and toothpaste dispenser is described which is adapted to store toothpaste in a reservoir in the casing of the brush and to deposit a controlled quantity of the stored toothpaste directly onto the brush surface. The toothbrush comprises: (1) a brush 1 having bristles 8 which are attached to and supported by a brush head portion 5 and a handle 2, and (2) a casing 11 made of flexible material containing a reservoir 7 within the casing. The toothbrush is operated by squeezing the casing which causes toothpaste to be deposited from the reservoir onto the bristles. The upper surface of the bristles may have cavities 12 to receive and contain the toothpaste.

Abstract: An application unit (1) includes a first compartment (4) intended to form a housing for an application (6) containing a product capable of solubilizing or gelling on its surface in contact with a liquid composition, and mounted in a detachable manner in the first compartment (4) through a first opening (11); and a second compartment (5) separated from the first compartment and including an element (14) impregnated with the liquid composition, and capable of restoring a quantity of the liquid composition to the applicator (6) when the applicator is introduced into the second compartment (5) through a second opening (18) and caused to bear on a restoring surface (50) of the element (14). A detachable closure (3, 8, 9, 20) is provided for respectively obturating the first opening (11) and the second opening (18).