Abstract: A is a pen including: an ink reservoir that stores an ink including decorative particles and a pen tip section. The ink reservoir includes a tubular casing member having liquid blocking properties and an ink occlusion material disposed inside the casing member. The casing member has a first opening end and a second opening end. The ink occlusion material includes multiple fibers disposed in the casing member and the multiple fibers respectively having one ends and other ends each disposed at a position corresponding to the first opening end or the second opening end of the casing member.

Abstract: Described herein is a drug product delivery device and method of delivering a drug on a swab. The drug product delivery device may include an applicator platform housed within a rigid housing. The applicator platform may be in the form of a plunger. The foil drug reservoir cap creates a fluid storage chamber disposed between the foil drug reservoir cap and the plunger. A series of fluidic channels carry fluid from the fluid storage chamber to an applicator. A frangible seal is attached to the plunger between the fluid storage chamber and the applicator. The frangible seal blocks a fluid from moving from the fluid storage chamber into the series of fluidic channels. Actuation of the plunger causes the frangible seal to be ruptured, which causes the fluid to exit the fluid storage chamber and enter into the fluidic channels. The fluidic channels carry the fluid to the applicator.

Abstract: A cosmetic applicator body including a cylindrical hollow body configured to contain a volume of cosmetic material, a first nib roller cooperatively engaged at a first end, and a second nib holder cooperatively engaged at a second end.

Abstract: A writing implement having a pen tip that can achieve excellent ink outflow performance and an increase in the effective area of a viewer portion allowing recognition of the writing direction, relative to the whole pen tip. The writing implement is a writing implement A which includes a pen tip 20 feeding ink from a writing implement body 10 and having a viewer portion through which the writing direction can be recognized, and is characterized in that the pen tip 20 is configured of, a least, a writing part 30 and a holding body 40 having a viewer portion 43, and the holding portion 40 has a sheet-shaped ink feeder 25 formed with slits or bumps on the surface and inside thereof to produce a capillary action.

Abstract: Portable stain removal kit (1) for locally removing a stained area on a fabric comprising a container (4) for containing a stain removing material (5) in a solid form, the container (4) being intended to be in direct contact with the stained area when the portable stain removal kit (1) is in use, whereby said portable stain removal kit (1) also comprises a base holder (3) for holding the container (4), and a cover (2) cooperating with the base holder (3) for enclosing the container (4) when the portable stain removal kit (1) is not in use.

Abstract: A container insert is disclosed for use in a closed loop dispensing system. The insert is press-fitted into the throat of a liquid container. The insert includes a plastic substrate portion and an over-molded portion which is comprised of a TEP material. The container insert is completely recyclable and is automatically self-venting. The insert includes a vertically movable snap-in valve which is movable between an upper closed position and a lower open position. The over-molded portion includes a disc-shaped seal which sealably engages the valve stem of the valve to prevent the upward flow of liquid around the valve when the valve is in either of its closed and open positions.

Abstract: A glove used for facial treatment is disclosed herein. The glove includes a hand opening, finger portions, a palm region, and at least one cosmetic pocket or cavity, at least one cap and at least one scrubbing pad. A User wears the glove on their hand and applies different types of cosmetic solutions to their skin that are filled into the cosmetic pockets or cavities located within the hollow finger portions of the glove. The caps of the cosmetic pockets can be opened to fill a cosmetic solution into the cavities and sealed to secure the cosmetic solution within said finger portions. At least a portion of glove, mainly a palm portion, is provided with at least one scrubbing pad that facilitates scrubbing and thus reduces clogged pores and puffiness. As a result, the glove facilitates facial treatment in a user friendly manner.

Abstract: A hand attachable animal washing apparatus, attachable upon the hand of a user, enables singlehanded control of water flow and application of water into the coat of an animal. Control of water flow though a molded body portion is effective by singlehanded operation of a valve assembly disposed interiorly within the molded body portion. A user is enabled to open and close the valve assembly by compressing a compressible portion disposed proximally overlying the user's palm when wearing the apparatus upon one hand. A user may thereby control and apply water applied to an animal with one hand while securing and comforting the animal with the other hand.

Abstract: Disclosed is an artists' watercolor paint composition comprising, at least one pigment; one or more humectants; a binder selected from one or more alkali soluble polymers; and a pH stabilizer in an amount effective to adjust the mixture to an alkali pH so that the watercolor paint composition is water soluble. Also disclosed are uses of the paint composition in providing watercolor paintings.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a sponge including a layer of an absorbent material and a layer of a textile material made of microfibers and strengthened by a binding agent, said textile layer at least partially covering one or more of the surfaces of the layer of absorbent material.

Abstract: A machining tool, in particular a drill carrier tool, includes a monolithic base body extending in the axial direction which, at least in one section, has a porous or grid-like core structure that is encased in a solid outer jacket. These measures allow less material to be used, while maintaining good mechanical properties. The porous or grid-like core structure is simultaneously used for transporting coolant. The base body is manufactured in particular by means of a 3D printing method.

Abstract: A check valve including an elastomeric valve element having a dome-shaped configuration that seals in its at-rest position occluding fluid flow in both directions. The dome-shaped elastomeric valve element is constructed in such a way to be deflectable, such as being activated by the external device such as a male luer whereupon the valve is cracked open to become a two-way valve allowing flow in both directions. The valve element may also be cracked open by sufficient fluid pressure in its inlet. The valve element is self-aligning. The dome-shaped of the valve element includes cut-outs for additional fluid flow, thereby streamlining flow while reducing the potential for air entrapment. The underside of the dome-shaped valve element also includes a thickened concave undersurface and thickened support legs to significantly increase the resistance to high backpressures, while also minimizing potential air entrapment.

Abstract: An application pen includes a hollow pen body made of plastic having a closed end and an open end and an applicator head on the open end of the pen body. The applicator head has a foam, felt or fiber body. The applicator head has an end section that fits into the open end of the pen body. The pen body has mechanical fastening means for positive-locking and/or friction-locking engagement with the outer circumference of the end section of the applicator head without deformation of the end section of the applicator head protruding into the open end of the pen body.

Abstract: A liquid applying container includes a container main body housing an impregnated body impregnated with a liquid, an applying body having an applying portion for applying liquid, and an applying body holder into which the applying body is inserted and which supports the applying body. The applying body holder includes one or more supporting portions in a rear portion of the applying body holder that are disposed so as to be along a direction of insertion of the applying body and supporting the rear portion of the applying body so as to sandwich or wrap the rear portion of the applying body, the one or more supporting portions having an opening formed at a rear end of the one or more supporting portions, with the one or more supporting portions advancing into the impregnated body or the impregnated body advancing into the one or more supporting portions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a foam made of a specific material having superior properties and to cosmetics comprising said foam.

Abstract: Dispensing head (1) intended to be fitted on a container that contains at least one product to be dispensed, this dispensing head comprising: a body (3), an engaging part (10), in particular a core (10), that defines with the body (3), at rest, a dispensing orifice (12) having an annular section.

Abstract: A compliant personal care article, can include: a personal care composition, including i) a surfactant; and ii) from about 3% to about 40%, by weight of the composition, of a water insoluble hygroscopic fiber, fine, or filament; and a first contact substrate adjacent to the composition, wherein the contact substrate is a multiplanar film, includes a surface aberration, and has a surface aberration area of about 45% to about 98%.

Abstract: The present invention provides personal cleaning articles useful for cleaning and/or exfoliating the skin. These articles provide multiple distinct patterns of relatively smooth and coarse elements to provide a user the ability to readily achieve the desired degree of cleansing and/or exfoliation. Further, the article provides a relatively smooth apertured outer layer and a relatively coarse underlying layer whereby a user can, with the application of varied amounts of pressure, more readily achieve and control a wider range of mechanical cleaning and/or exfoliating action against the skin. In certain aspects, the article may also be impregnated with one or more topical skin cleaning and/or exfoliating compounds.

Abstract: A device for applying a cosmetic product comprising a reserve (3) of cosmetic product; a support and distribution member (5) connected to the reserve, the support and distribution member having a cosmetic product distribution opening (7) communicating with the reserve; a rotary applicator member (11) having a hub (13) rotatably mounted on the support and distribution member around a longitudinal axis (X), and a porous applicator (15) arranged around the hub. The hub comprises at least one inner channel (67) for distributing the cosmetic product communicating with the distribution opening, the inner channel having at least one outlet opening (77, 79) emerging on an outer surface (73) of the hub covered by the porous applicator, the porous applicator having a first total longitudinal length, the outer surface of the hub having a second total longitudinal length greater than 75% of the first total longitudinal length.

Abstract: A delivery device is described for intermittently delivering materials such as liquids or gels over a sustained period of time to a surface in a controlled way. The surface mountable delivery device is capable of delivering, for example, an antimicrobial agent to protect surfaces from microbial contamination and/or to disinfect surfaces, e.g. door handles, push plates, hand rails, etc. as an aid in preventing and/or hindering the spread of infectious agents. In one arrangement the device utilises a foam based reservoir in combination with a nonwoven fabric wicking layer and an elastomeric liquid delivery contact layer having valve like pore and/or slits; the combination provides for control of material delivery and longevity for the device in use.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a galvanization process that comprises a residue cleanup step which aims to provide many improvements and facilities to manufacturers and processors of metal wires in general. The process of this invention removes the use of lead of the conventional wire cleaning process for galvanization and incorporates a step with a stearate removing composition which maximizes the galvanization efficiency and reduces lead acquisition and energy costs to heat said lead, and avoids handling of lead and oxide formed on its surface. Thus, the process of this invention makes the environment less insalubrious and reduces the impact of this activity on the environment.

Abstract: Aqueous hard surface cleaner compositions useful for removing permanent ink are disclosed. The compositions comprise 75 to 99 wt. % of water; 0.1 to 5 wt. % of a monoterpene; 0.1 to 5 wt. % of a C10-C17 fatty acid derivative; and 0.1 to 5 wt. % of one or more surfactants. The fatty acid derivative is selected from N,N-dialkyl amides, N,N-dialkyl esteramines, and N,N-dialkyl amidoamines. Preferably, a base such as sodium carbonate or monoethanolamine is also included. The invention includes concentrates comprising the non-aqueous components recited above, as well as other applications for the cleaners and concentrates such as graffiti removers and permanent ink erasers. The combination of a monoterpene and certain fatty acid derivatives, especially fatty N,N-dialkyl amides, unexpectedly enables even dilute aqueous compositions to rapidly decolorize black permanent marker from hard, non-porous surfaces.

Abstract: The present invention features a lipstick blotting system for use after lipstick application featuring a tubular stationary base with a first guide rod. The system features a rotating base with a threaded rod. The stationary base is located inside the rotating base. The system features a carrier with an internally threaded tube. The carrier features a first guide aperture. The carrier is placed on the rotating base via the internally threaded tube placed onto the threaded rod. The carrier is inhibited from rotation via the first guide rod slid through the first guide aperture. The system features a linear blotter located on a carrier anterior surface. The blotter features a linear channel for placing over the tube. The system features a solution located in the rotating base and a cap adapted to attach and seal to a stationary base anterior end.

Abstract: The invention refers to a spray pump device for spraying a liquid operated by a memory shape element. The spraying device is provided with a memory shape alloy wire with electrical resistivity, that is able to generate heat that increases its temperature so that due to memory shape property, the wire shrinks when current is applied. This shrinking permits the wire to activate a pump that atomizes a volatile substance.

Abstract: A liquid sanitizer dispenser system for efficiently dispensing a liquid sanitizer. The liquid sanitizer dispenser system generally includes a first dispenser, and a second dispenser pivotally connected to the first dispenser via a hinge. The first dispenser and the second dispenser include a plurality of first apertures and a plurality of second apertures within the inner surfaces respectively for dispensing the liquid sanitizer stored within the dispensers. The first dispenser and the second dispenser further include a first porous material and a second porous material attached to the inner surface of the dispensers respectively. Liquid flow control mechanisms are utilized to control the flow of liquid sanitizer through the apertures.

Abstract: The device according to the invention for applying a cosmetic product comprises: a reserve (3) of cosmetic product; a support and distribution member (5) connected to the reserve (3), the support and distribution member (5) having a cosmetic product distribution opening (7) communicating with the reserve (3); a rotary applicator member (11) having a hub (13) rotatably mounted on the support and distribution member (5) around a longitudinal axis (X), and a porous applicator (15) arranged around the hub (13). The hub (13) comprises at least one inner channel (67) for distributing the cosmetic product communicating with the distribution opening (7), the inner channel (67) having at least one outlet opening (77, 79) emerging on an outer surface (73) of the hub (13) covered by the porous applicator (15), the porous applicator (15) having a first total longitudinal length, the outer surface (73) of the hub (13) having a second total longitudinal length greater than 75% of the first total longitudinal length.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to an application pen for dispensing a liquid, in particular in a planar manner, comprising a hollow pen body made of plastic having a closed end and an open end and an applicator head sitting on the open end of the pen body, which applicator head has a foam, felt or fiber body, wherein the applicator head has an end section that fits into the open end of the pen body and mechanical fastening means for positive-locking and/or friction-locking engagement with the outer circumference of the end section of the applicator head are provided on the pen body and designed in such a way that the mechanical fastening means effect the positive and/or frictional lock without substantial deformation of the end section of the applicator head protruding into the open end of the pen body.

Abstract: Metallic ink compositions for use in capillary-action markers are provided. More particularly, a metallic ink composition includes an organic solvent, a metallic pigment, and a resin component.

Abstract: The invention relates to an applicator device for liquid or volatile products, having a product reservoir (1), a neck (14) of which contains a part (16) for diffusing or applying the product; a cartridge (2), provided with a neck (24), for holding the reservoir (1), the cartridge being designed such that the reservoir can take up a first position in which the application and diffusion part does not protrude from the neck and a second position in which this part protrudes from the neck; and a receptacle (3) for the cartridge (2), said receptacle being provided with means for causing the reservoir to move from the first position to the second when the cartridge is in the receptacle.

Abstract: A poultice applicator in which a plurality of disposable rubber sponges, cloths or resins are attached to the poultice applicator in advance, used rubber sponges, cloths or resins are removed sequentially, and unused rubber sponges, cloths or resins are used to apply a drug to skin. For example, an analgesic and antiphlogistic poultice and/or the antipruritic and anti-inflammatory poultice may be contained in a poultice applicator in which a plurality of disposable rubber sponges, cloths or resins are attached to the existing rubber sponge, cloth or resin.

Abstract: The invention relates to a water-based ink composition comprising a latex containing styrene-butadiene rubber particles, and a coloring agent, the glass transition temperature of the styrene-butadiene rubber particles being 0° C. to 50° C.

Abstract: The invention relates generally to compositions for generating ‘on-demand’ dry-erase writing surfaces, fluid applicators for applying same to a supporting surface, and methods of generating same and methods of making dry-erase written markings on the same.

Abstract: Metallic ink compositions for use in capillary-action markers are provided. More particularly, a metallic ink composition includes an organic solvent, a metallic pigment, and a resin component.

Abstract: A system for applying a coating to an untextured portion of a destination surface comprises a tube member defining a container opening, texture material within the tube member, a sponge member defining an applicator surface and a sponge opening. The texture material comprises a binder and visually perceivable discrete particles. The sponge member is secured to the tube member such that the texture material can flow out of the tube member through the sponge opening. The texture material is displaced out of the tube member and onto the applicator surface. The applicator surface of the sponge member is displaced substantially along a dispensing axis perpendicular to the applicator surface towards and away from the destination surface with the applicator surface substantially parallel to the destination surface to transfer the texture material to newly textured portion of the destination surface.

Abstract: An adhesive substance removing tool is provided with a cracking tool and a scrapping assembly which are removably coupled to a base. The cracking tool is used to crack the adhesive substance by forming breaking lines on the surface of the adhesive substance, and then the scrapping assembly is used to scrape off the adhesive substance by starting from the breaking lines. The combination of the cracking tool and the scraping assembly allows the user to remove adhesive substance easily and completely. Besides, the cutting assembly of the cracking tool is able to move freely both in straight-line or circular fashion, and the cracking tool can be prevented from rotating or disengaging once it is positioned in place on the base. Hence, convenience and safety of use can both be assured.

Abstract: A nail polish removal device includes a hollow applicator handle and an applicator tip. The applicator handle has an applicator end and an opposite end and releasably contains a nail solution. The applicator tip is removably attached to the applicator end of the applicator handle. The nail solution saturates or passes through the applicator tip when released from the applicator handle.

Abstract: An applicator having a hydrophobic foam that is suitable for use with antiseptic solutions may be a hydrophobic polyurethane foam that does not reduce the amount of active ingredient in the solution as it passes through the foam so that it can be applied to the skin. The foam may be used to deliver antiseptics solutions such as octenidine salts, chlorhexidine salts, or any cationic molecule to the skin. The solution may include alcohol solution. The foam may be attached to an applicator containing an antiseptic solution, or it may be used in conjunction with an unattached antiseptic solution reservoir. The foam also allows the solution to wick into the foam and fully saturate the foam without dripping or channeling.

Abstract: An applicator having a hydrophilic foam that is suitable for use with antiseptic solutions may be a hydrophilic polyurethane foam that does not reduce the amount of active ingredient in the solution as it passes through the foam so that it can be applied to the skin. The foam may be used to deliver antiseptics solutions such as octenidine salts, chlorhexidine salts, or any cationic molecule to the skin. The foam may be attached to an applicator containing an antiseptic solution, or it may be used in conjunction with an unattached antiseptic solution reservoir. The foam also allows the solution to wick into the foam and fully saturate the foam without dripping or channeling.

Abstract: An applicator head for selectively dispensing product includes a base structure and a support structure. The base structure includes a top face inclined relative to a bottom face, and a first side wall. The top face includes a base flange, and defines a first orifice in fluid communication with a fastener of the bottom face. The support structure includes a lower face inclined relative to an upper face, and a second side wall. The upper face includes a top surface and defines a second orifice. The lower face includes a support flange engaged with the base flange such that the support structure is pivotable relative to the base structure between first and second positions. Fluid communication is facilitated from the fastener through the second orifice in only one of the first and second positions. A dispenser is also provided.

Abstract: The present invention provide chemical modulators of insect olfactory receptors. In particular, compounds and compositions are provided that can inhibit host targeting functions in insects such as mosquitoes. Method of employing such agents, and articles incorporating the same, are also provided.

Abstract: The disclosure is generally related to an irreversible thermochromic ink composition and, more particularly, to an irreversible thermochromic ink composition comprising a carrier and thermochromic capsules, the thermochromic capsules comprising a shell and a core, the core comprising an eradicable dye capable of becoming substantially colorless and/or of changing color from a first colored state to a second colored state when exposed to an eradicator.

Abstract: A unit dose for cleaning an unsanitary surface, such as a toilet bowl. The unit dose comprises a water dispersible shell containing granules defining a core. The granules obviate the need for sheet material in the unit dose and provide cleaning efficacy when submerged.

Abstract: A glue dispenser comprises a container accommodating glue, a glue dispensing head and a glue dispensing ring. The glue dispensing head is connected with the container, the glue dispensing head is substantially cylindrical and includes a top surface and a bottom surface opposite to the top surface, the top surface is arranged inside the container, the bottom surface is exposed outside the container, the glue dispensing head has a plurality of through holes extending from the top surface towards the bottom surface to ensure the steady extrusion of glue in small quantities from multiple small outlets arranged in a circle.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic composition for caring for and/or making up keratin materials, in particular the skin of the face, comprising, in a physiologically acceptable medium, (i) at least one pigment in the form of a porous or non-porous, spherical or non-spherical, mineral or organic white particle having a refractive index of greater than or equal to 1.6 and a size by volume of preferably less than 30 ?m, and (ii) at least one filler in the form of a porous or non-porous, spherical or non-spherical particle having a refractive index of less than or equal to 2 and a size by volume of preferably less than 30 ?m, which is distinct from said pigments (i), and characterized in that the total content of filler(s) is less than or equal to 4% by weight, relative to the total weight of the composition.

Abstract: A water-based non-permanent adhesive solution composition comprised of water, gum arabic powder, sodium benzoate, citric acid and denatured alcohol capable of being applied directly to the thumb and playing fingers for players of stringed instruments including, but not limited to, banjos, steel guitars, and Dobros. When applied to the thumb and playing fingers the solution quickly and safely binds the picks to the skin to prevent the picks from slipping or falling off during prolonged periods of play.

Abstract: A portable cosmetic container is disclosed. The portable cosmetic container includes a tube that has a receiving space with an opening at one end, and a crease is located at a bottom portion of the receiving space, so that a user can easily break the tube from the crease to form the opening of the receiving space. Substance is partially filled in the receiving space, and air therein is extracted to form a negative pressure status. It is advantageous that when a user breaks the tube from the crease, the substance will not randomly spray out since the air pressure moves towards the opening to keep the substance in the receiving space.

Abstract: Microencapsulated catnip oil comprising microcapsules in the range of 5-60 micrometers, apparatuses useful in the application of the microencapsulated catnip, and methods of using the same, are disclosed.

Abstract: A sponge type make-up brush is provided that comprises a handle part having a sponge-receiving portion and a sponge part having a first portion and a second portion, wherein the second portion of the sponge part has a plurality of coating blades each having cutting surfaces. The plurality coating blades are arranged one after another. A thickness of the coating blades is reduced in a direction away from the handle part. The second portion of the sponge includes a plurality of edge line portions and a plurality of valley portions. The edge line portions are formed where cutting surfaces of a coating blade meet each other and each of the plurality of valley portions is formed where a cutting surface of one coating blade meets a cutting surface of a neighboring coating blade.

Abstract: An applicator tip formed of a cup-shaped, internally threaded, cap is attached to the threaded neck of a bottle containing a liquid. A tubular spout extending from a hole in the base of the cap into the neck passes liquid through the hole into a porous pad on the base for application to a surface. A continuous, flange, surrounds the spout and is spaced uniformly inwardly of the cap threads to provide an inverted wedge-shaped annular space between the flange and the cap threads. The flange resiliently presses radially outwardly, and the cap threads press radially inwardly against the bottle neck to seal against liquid escaping over the rim of the neck.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a foam made of a specific material having superior properties and to cosmetics comprising said foam.