Abstract: A therapeutic apparatus is disclosed including a tank arranged to hold a body of fluid being sufficiently deep to submerge an upright person at least up to their neck; and means for agitating the fluid to effect a perturbation massage upon a person submerged in the fluid to mobilise toxins in the person's lymph system.

Abstract: This invention includes embodiments which combined the application or simultaneous application of magnetism, light waves and sound for a therapeutic effect, all through one applicator. The controller may be programmed or configured to provide relative timing of the application of the magnetism, light waves and sound relative to one another and in an intermittent way for a desired therapeutic effect. The applicator may also provide embodiments wherein one or more of magnetism, light waves and sound may be utilized to prepare the recipient to be a better recipient of one or more applications of magnetism, light waves and sound.

Abstract: A skin beautification cosmetic system comprising an iontophoresis device, an infrared (including far infrared) generator, an ultrasonic vibrator, and a cosmetic composition is disclosed. The system ensures effective action of moisturizing and whitening cosmetics without causing any problem in the skin. By specifying the type of cosmetic to be used, the system can ensure a more effective beautification action, can improve dry skin and aging skin which adversely affect the female skin, and can decompose and remove melanin. Moisturizing and/or whitening cosmetic components such as hydrophilic gel and ultrafine gel are applied to the face or skin or impregnated in a skin contact member section, following which iontophoresis high frequency vibration is applied to the face or skin for a prescribed period of time using an ultrasonic vibrator 3 with built-in high ionization iontophoresis device 2 and infrared generator 9.

Abstract: Methods and devices for ablating portions of a tissue volume with electromagnetic radiation (EMR) to produce lattices of EMR-treated ablation islets in the tissue are disclosed, including lattices of micro-holes, micro-grooves, and other structures. Also, methods and devices for using the ablated islets are disclosed, including to deliver chromophores, filler, drugs and other substances to the tissue volume.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an applicator for applying a composition to the human body, the applicator comprising: a support that is configured to be mounted in removable manner on an appliance that enables movement to be transmitted to said support; a reservoir that is secured to the support and that contains the composition, the reservoir being defined, at least in part, by at least one closure element; an applicator element that is secured to the support at least during use; and an opener element that is suitable for acting on the closure element in order to put the reservoir and the applicator element into communication.

Abstract: A treatment method and apparatus for providing a substance to be absorbed onto a surface of a patient's skin, includes applying the substance onto the surface of the patient's skin by way of a probe head that provides, at the same time: i) bursts of electrical pulses to the skin surface, and ii) vibrations to the skin surface. The vibrations are applied to the skin surface at substantially a same frequency rate, a first harmonic of the same frequency rate, and/or a second harmonic of the same frequency rate, as a burst rate of electrical pulses being applied to the skin surface.

Abstract: The use of essential oils and biocompatible magnets is described. The combination of these two treatments can result in weight loss experiences, reduced stress and other wellness feelings and experiences. Placing small powerful magnets on various places on the body and essential oils onto the body effects that improve wellness are seen.

Abstract: An applicator for providing product to the body is provided. In a preferred embodiment product is placed on the comb-like teeth of the device, either though a pumping action or by direct placement, and then applied to the skin. Several of the disclosed applicators of the present invention are provided with one or more of heating, vibrating and articulating means such that the user can have a desirable experience in using the product. The applicators further permit those who could otherwise not reach various parts of their body for such needs as shaving, lotion application, or massage, to reach their entire body. Beneficial effects of warm products and massage are made available to the user.

Abstract: The present invention is a massage appliance comprising a preparation, a storage container containing the preparation, and a closure for the storage container. The closure comprises a massage device comprising an outlet opening through which the preparation can be applied to the surface to be massaged and an adjustment device comprising a first element with at least one first surface wherein the first surface contacts the surface to be massaged during a massage, and a second element arranged to be moveable relative to the first element. The adjustment device may be used to adjust a massage characteristic value of the first surface. The massage device is positioned at an angle with respect to the main axis of the storage container. The present invention also includes a method of applying a preparation to the skin, a method of treating rheumatoid arthritis, and a method of warming up using the massage appliance.

Abstract: The systems described herein provide an improved skin care system including a handheld device having a contact head movable in a three-dimensional orbital manner having a contact surface for contacting the skin. A skin care product can be applied to the skin via the contact surface. The contact head is adaptable to skin and body contours. The handheld device can include an activatable motion system for moving the contact surface in an angular orbital manner about an axis normal to the surface. The motion system can also cause the contact surface to deflect in a direction and radially rotate the direction of deflection in a clockwise or counter-clockwise manner. The orbital rotation can be continuous, stepped, random and the like.

Abstract: Disclosed is a skin care appliance capable of realizing various skin care modes using an oscillator vibrating up and down in the way of a magnetic coil, conducting the galvanic massage and the iontophoresis massage based on the oscillator, and making the magnetic-color-sound therapy. The skin care appliance includes a case with a predetermined shape, and a vibration unit installed within the case and having an oscillator. The oscillator oscillates in the way of a magnetic coil upon receipt of the power from a power supply unit. An outer electrode is charged to a polarity opposite to the polarity of the oscillator, and placed at the case. A switch unit is provided at the case. A control unit controls the vibration unit in accordance with the signals from the switch unit.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetology manicure spa bath for two hands, wherein the user's nails and hands receive pulsating, heated jets of liquid solution. The basin of the invention is disposed at a declining angle from the user. The receiving area in the invention for the two hands is disposed within the basin and is comprised of two depressions generally in the shape of a hand, with raised projections distributed within these two depressions for massaging the hands while keeping the hands from touching the bottom of these depressions. Features of the invention include at least one wrist rest, at least one built in nail brush, and a manicure implement receptacle.

Abstract: A treatment method and apparatus for providing a substance to be absorbed onto a surface of a patient's skin, includes applying the substance onto the surface of the patient's skin by way of a probe head that provides, at the same time: i) bursts of electrical pulses to the skin surface, and ii) vibrations to the skin surface. The vibrations are applied to the skin surface at substantially a same frequency rate, a first harmonic of the same frequency rate, and/or a second harmonic of the same frequency rate, as a burst rate of electrical pulses being applied to the skin surface.

Abstract: A human body massager is constructed to include a base, the base having a supporting portion adapted for supporting a part of the user's body, and a magnetic field generator installed in the base and adapted for generating a variable magnetic field involved with the part of the user's body supported on the supporting portion.

Abstract: A treatment method for delivery of lidocaine or other type of skin treatment drug to a patient's skin, includes applying electrical bursts of pulses onto the patient's skin by way of electrodes provided on a head of a probe that is placed against the patient's skin. The treatment method also includes applying mechanical vibrations of a same frequency and phase as the bursts of pulses onto the patient's skin by way of a vibrating element provided on the head of the probe. At the same time as the above two steps are being performed, the treatment method includes providing, between the electrodes and the patient's skin, at least two solution-absorbing pads electrically insulated from each other and each one of the two solution-absorbing pads being in electrical contact with one or more of the electrodes on the head of the probe.

Abstract: A hand-held massager includes a housing having a gripping portion and a body-contacting portion, the housing being configured for emitting a massaging liquid and the body-contacting portion being configured for emitting heat to a target surface. The massager also emits a vibration and the amount of vibration is variable, as is the amount of heat and the amount of emitted massaging liquid. A pump is disposed within the housing for dispensing the massaging liquid, and a removable reservoir is in fluid communication with the pump. The reservoir is pivotably mounted to the massager between an operational position in which the reservoir is inclined relative to the body-contacting portion, and a refill position in which the body-contacting portion is placed in a generally vertical position and the reservoir is in a generally parallel position relative to the body-contacting portion.

Abstract: A device which can hold a position over a particular point, preferrably an acupuncture point, on a living body, has particularizeable plugs for performing different treatments to those points. Fixation to the body surface is preferred for treatment using the device is preferred. In most forms, the device will have a channel for accomodating and holding the therapy delivery devices. Moxa or other medicaments can be delivered using the inventive structures, as can pressure, or other force, and the devices can be used to provide heat, magnetism, or other forms of energy amenable to use in the inventive device, and which may be of interest in the oriental medicine and new age therapies of non-standard western medical practices.

Abstract: The invention is a cosmetic cleaning product, comprising a massage applicator comprising a container body and a massage device having at least one massage pin device, the pin device having at least one first surface which is configured to be in contact with the surface to be massaged, wherein a force can be transmitted between the first surface of the massage pin device and the surface to be massaged, and wherein at least one predetermined massage characteristic feature selected from the group consisting of a predetermined hardness, a predetermined geometry and a predetermined elasticity exists in a region of the first surface of the massage pin device which is configured to be in contact with the surface to be massaged, and at least one adjusting device which can adjust the at least one predetermined massage characteristic feature, and a cosmetic cleaning formulation.

Abstract: An Improved Facial Rejuvenation Device and Method is disclosed. The device is small and portable. The device further has an ergonomic nozzle shape defined by a housing having a suction bore defined by a throttle positioned within it. The throttle may perform its throttling action by adjusting the diameter of the suction bore formed within the housing. The method employs the unique device to create a localized suction force to the skin in the vicinity of a previously-applied medicinal formulation. The device further may have a housing defined by a conical outer shape terminating in a sealing ring at its tip.

Abstract: A foot treating apparatus comprising a basin that is adapted for accepting and containing bathing water and is shaped and arranged to accommodate two human feet within the bathing water. A steam generator is included and adapted to accept and contain steamable water, to convert the steamable water into steam, and to direct the steam through a steam vent disposed above the bathing water and at one or both of the soles of those feet when the feet are removed from the bathing water. Dry massage means, heating means, vibration, and aeration are also provided.

Abstract: An electrokinetic delivery or diagnostic device for personal use and self-administration of a medicament to a treatment site is provided. The device includes a housing containing a power supply, a first active electrode and a ground tactile electrode. An applicator includes a pad for containing medicament for overlying the first electrode of the device. The medicament may be applied by the user to the pad, contained within the pad or contained in rupturable capsules within the pad, together with a hydrogel if necessary for imparting electrical conductivity whereby, upon application of the applicator to the treatment site, the medicament is electrokinetically transported into the treatment site.

Abstract: A therapeutic device and therapeutic method for delivering electrical energy or a medicament to a body tissue or organ utilizing ultrasonic vibration to cause a device implanted in the body tissue or organ to be treated to discharge an electrical current or medicament to the target area.

Abstract: A massaging device includes a plurality of pebble-shaped massaging media which directly touch and surround the user's two feet. Thus, the pebble-shaped massaging media directly touch the user's two feet, so that the vibration force are fully and thoroughly transmitted to the user's two feet through the pebble-shaped massaging media, thereby enhancing the massaging effect for the user's two feet. In addition, the pebble-shaped massaging media are freely moving and rolling around the user's feet during container vibrating that provides a great massaging feeling to the user.

Abstract: Application of electrical pulses and mechanical vibrations to the skin is provided in a controlled manner, in order to increase the absorption of substances applied previously on the skin. A dermabrasion treatment is first performed on a region of the skin to be later given a skin absorption enhancement treatment. After the dermabrasion treatment, electrical pulses are provided to the skin by way of an array of electrodes disposed on a vibrating head, and the mechanical vibrations are provided to the skin by way of the vibrating head being made to vibrate. Preferably, the electrical and mechanical vibrations are at the same frequency and phase with respect to each other, in order to increase the absorption effect. Also, a suction may be applied to the skin, in order to provide for a substantially uniform absorption of the substance that was applied previously on the skin.

Abstract: A pedicure foot bath is provided having a removable water moving module. The water moving module of the present invention comprises a rotating paddle which simulates an ocean-like wave motion which soothes and relaxes sore, tired and injured feet.

Abstract: Disclosed is a device for penetrating a skin active agent to the human body via the skin by the use of an ultrasound applying apparatus which applies ultrasound to the human body via the skin, comprising: (1) composition comprising: (a) safe and effective amount of the skin active agent; (b) a viscosifying agent that provides the composition a viscosity of from about 1,000 mPas to about 1,000,000 mPas; (c) from about 0.1% to about 30% of a water-soluble humectant; and (d) an aqueous carrier; wherein the composition is substantially free of surfactants; and (2) the ultrasound applying apparatus comprising: (e) an application element for applying to the skin ultrasound at a frequency of from about 3 MHz to about 10 MHz and an intensity of from about 0.1 W/cm2 to about 2 W/cm2; and (f) a control element for controlling application conditions of the application element.

Abstract: A foot-immersing massaging machine includes a body and an immersing vessel combined on the body. The body has a housing, a motor, a switch, a power cord, and a vibrator. The vibrator is fixed on an upper end of the shaft of the motor, and produces vibration when rotated by the motor. The immersing vessel has a vessel body and a soft massage cushion. The vessel body has a through hole in the bottom center for an upper portion of the vibrator to extend through upward, and the massage cushion is placed on the bottom of the vessel body and closes up the through hole, covering the vibrator with a gap between itself and the vibrator. Then a user can put the feet in the immersing vessel and receive massage performed by the vibrator at the same time.

Abstract: A foot spa and a method for controlling the foot spa is provided. The foot spa has a housing defining a reservoir for locating feet and a touchpad control unit for controlling a function of the foot spa.

Abstract: The invention relates to an apparatus for the transdermal delivery of substances in general, such as for example active principles for therapeutic and cosmetic use and the like, wherein a power supply unit (2) is connected to a series of electrodes (6a-6e, 6′a-6′e). Advantageously, the electrodes are supplied with an oscillating electric signal which is amplitude modulated; these results in the deep penetration of the substances into a tissue to be treated; similarly to what occurs in known apparatus with a manually operated dispenser. The invention also relates to a patch for use with said apparatus.

Abstract: A specially adapted kit apparatus (10) and method for delivering a cosmetic composition (12) to human skin which provides enhanced skin benefit efficacy. The kit includes the cosmetic composition and a massage applicator apparatus (14). The method consists of massaging a cosmetic composition into human skin using the specially adapted kit (10).

Abstract: A hand-held massager includes a housing having a gripping portion and a body-contacting portion, the housing being configured for emitting a massaging liquid and the body-contacting portion being configured for emitting heat to a target surface. The massager also emits a vibration and the amount of vibration is variable, as is the amount of heat and the amount of emitted massaging liquid. A pump is disposed within the housing for dispensing the massaging liquid, and a removable reservoir is in fluid communication with the pump. The reservoir is pivotably mounted to the massager between an operational position in which the reservoir is inclined relative to the body-contacting portion, and a refill position in which the body-contacting portion is placed in a generally vertical position and the reservoir is in a generally parallel position relative to the body-contacting portion.

Abstract: The invention provides acupressure and messaging devices in the form of beads strung on a flexible cord sized and configured to be fitted about the human hand. The invention further relates to acupressure and massage methods which employ the device of the invention.

Abstract: A foot treating apparatus comprising a basin that is adapted for accepting and containing bathing water and is shaped and arranged to accommodate two human feet within the bathing water. A steam generator is included and adapted to accept and contain steamable water, to convert the steamable water into steam, and to direct the steam through a steam vent disposed above the bathing water and at one or both of the soles of those feet when the feet are removed from the bathing water. Dry massage means, heating means, vibration, and aeration are also provided.

Abstract: A method of reducing itch in a subject's skin is disclosed. The method includes initiating a heat-generating reaction in a pad of material, so that a contact surface of the pad of material reaches a pad temperature effective for reducing the subject's skin itch. The contact surface of the pad is placed in contact with the subject's itching skin, and the temperature of the subject's itching skin is raised to a minimum skin temperature for a period of time sufficient to reduce the subject's skin itch.

Abstract: A cellulite massage system includes a body having a bottom surface, means for producing suction to create a massage action at the bottom surface, and a built-in gel dispenser in said body for dispensing gel to the bottom surface. The invention also provides a method for treating the appearance of cellulite including the steps of applying suction to an area of a body containing cellulite so as to massage that area, and applying gel to that area so as to improve the texture and look of skin on the treated area of the body.

Abstract: A care or treatment attachment for a foot care apparatus, comprising at least one movable care or treatment element as well as a coupling piece, with which the attachment can be connected to the movement of a motor-driven driving shaft 8 inside the foot care apparatus 6. The attachment comprises a housing which is secured in position on the housing so that driving movement transmitted from the driving shaft does not move the housing. A coupling piece is movable mounted in housing and is supported movably corresponding to the driving movement transmitted from driving shaft of the foot care apparatus. The coupling piece at the driven side drives a power converter for the conversion of the driving movement into a differing movement which powers the one or more movable care or treatment attachments.

Abstract: A cellulite massage system includes a body having a bottom surface, means for producing suction to create a massage action at the bottom surface, and a built-in gel dispenser in said body for dispensing gel to the bottom surface. The invention also provides a method for treating the appearance of cellulite including the steps of applying suction to an area of a body containing cellulite so as to massage that area, and applying gel to that area so as to improve the texture and look of skin on the treated area of the body.

Abstract: A detergent container with a massage brush comprises a body having an opening at the top and a cover which covers the upper part of the body including the opening. The cover has a flat side and has a plurality of projections on the flat side.

Abstract: An immediate and visible temporary cosmetic improvement in skin condition is obtained by a multi-stage exfoliation method having a visible end point and providing a margin of safety so that the user's skin is not significantly irritated if he or she ignores the end point and continues to carry out additional and unnecessary exfoliation steps. The preferred method involves repeatedly attaching transparent exfoliation sheets having a pressure sensitive adhesive to a selected part of the user's body and then removing each sheet by grasping one edge and pulling it across the rest of the sheet. A handle may be detachably adhered to each sheet for superior results. After each repetition the user inspects the sheet that has just been removed to monitor the amount of exfoliated tissue. When the amount of tissue on a sheet is discernibly less than that removed in the immediately previous repetition, the process is completed.

Abstract: An electric back brush for providing an invigorating scrub comprising an elongated arm having one end attached to a handle and the other end attached to a head assembly. The length and shape of the elongated arm is selected to permit self-administration to normally hard to reach areas of the body, especially the back. The head assembly includes an electric motor and a brush head attached thereto via a flexible drive shaft for driving the brush head in rotary oscillation while permitting the brush head to pivot freely with respect to the head assembly. The brush head is detachably mounted to the motor so that it can be removed therefrom and fitted with another brush head with different textures whenever desired. A soap reservoir compartment is formed within the elongated arm for storing liquid soap so as to allow the user to selectively dispense soap while scrubbing one's back with the brush head.

Abstract: The present invention provides a methods and apparatuses for use in providing rapid, selective and effective targeted delivery of beneficial substances into hair follicles. The invention relies on the use of vibrational method of delivery of substances of different size from small molecules up to particles compatible with the diameter of hair strand into the hair bulb. The skin is subjected to the vibration of about 1 Hz to about 100 Hz frequency and 0.1 mm to about 10 mm amplitude, an amount which is sufficient to cause mechanical shifts in different directions of skin structure without damage. This results in follicle effective uptake of the tested substances such as carbon particles of different size as well as melanin. The methods and apparatuses of the present invention are particularly useful in conjunction with photosensitive agents and electromagnetic irradiation. Such a combination is used to target the delivery of the agent to within hair follicles and then subsequently activate the agent.

Abstract: An apparatus for enabling the patient himself or herself to engage the skin on his or her back to locate and treat trigger points thereunder, using a source of pulsed voltage. The apparatus includes a wand having a generally rigid and electrically-conductive arcuate handle of about an arm's length or less in length, a spade-shaped electrically-conductive extension with a free end formed with tapering straight edges merging in a rounded point and welded on its other end to the handle, and a cable secured on the other end of the handle to connect to connect the extension electrically to the source of pulsed voltage. A somewhat comparably-shaped sponge is fixed to the extension.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an ion facial massage system including a case having a plurality of grooves formed on a top surface thereof for being inserted with cosmetic containers respectively, a plurality of switches provided at one side of the case for being pressed to carry out respective stages of massage, an ion lamp provided at one side of the case for displaying an ion-generating state, and a battery lamp provided at one side of the case for displaying a battery-consuming state, an ion-generating member for electrically generating ions in respective stages of massage in response to pressing of the switches, and an ion-effusion member to be detachably fitted in an inserting groove formed on the case for effusing the electrically generated ions, wherein not only effete materials are removed but also the nutrition components of the cosmetics and collagen are absorbed deep into the inner skin beyond the barrier zone by means of ions, thereby strengthening the elasticity of the cellula tissue of the in

Abstract: The present invention relates to a lotion applicator and massaging apparatus including a pair of opposing substantially U-shaped handles with an attachment plate attached to each of their respective terminal ends. The two opposing attachment plates each have a plurality of cords extending from an opposing side with a snap style connector at their distal ends. A select one of a plurality of accessory pads may be attached to the U-shaped handles depending upon the application. Each applicator pad is substantially rectangular having four peripheral edges and a panel at two opposing edges thereof. Extending from each panel are a plurality of cords with a snap style connector at their distal ends for selectively engaging the snap style connectors on the U-shaped handles. Accordingly, a loofah sponge pad, a dry weave pad or a roller ball massage pad may be selectively attached to the U-shaped handles using the snap style connectors.

Abstract: The present invention provides a methods and apparatuses for use in providing rapid, selective and effective targeted delivery of beneficial substances into hair follicles. The invention relies on the use of vibrational method of delivery of substances of different size from small molecules up to particles compatible with the diameter of hair strand into the hair bulb. The skin is subjected to the vibration of about 1 Hz to about 100 Hz frequency and 0.1 mm to about 10 mm amplitude, an amount which is sufficient to cause mechanical shifts in different directions of skin structure without damage. This results in follicle effective uptake of the tested substances such as carbon particles of different size as well as melanin. The methods and apparatuses of the present invention are particularly useful in conjunction with photosensitive agents and electromagnetic irradiation. Such a combination is used to target the delivery of the agent to within hair follicles and then subsequently activate the agent.

Abstract: A massaging device includes a plurality of displaceable massaging members mounted on a universal head, each of the massaging elements is rotatable about a respective orbit and movable toward and away from a center of the head head, and magnetic elements creating magnetic vortexes upon displacement of the massaging members.

Abstract: A massaging appliance for dispensing a massaging cream includes a cream dispenser unit attachable to the appliance housing and coupled to a rotary motor therein to be rotated thereby, and a non-rotatable rod within the appliance housing axially displaceable towards and away from the dispenser housing for engagement with a piston stem in the dispenser housing to block its rotation, and thereby to cause a piston, within the dispenser housing and while rotating therewith, to move axially towards an end wall in the dispenser housing and to force cream through dispenser openings therein.

Abstract: The present invention pertains in general to a motor-driven hand-held massaging device for body massage, with a cosmetic or medical massaging substance optionally fed in and consists of a housing with a grip part, a storage chamber for the massaging substance, and a massaging means. In particular the present invention is an inexpensive motor-driven hand-held massaging device, use of which guarantees a more effective massaging action and convenient handling of massaging substances. The device includes a hand-held massaging device with a plurality of rotating massaging brushes 11 and the massaging substance is able to be fed to the individual massaging brushes 11 at controllable intervals.

Abstract: A self-adhering lotion application pad is described for adhesive attachment to a human hand along the palmar side thereof, covering the palm, fingers, and thumb against contact by lotion. The pad includes a flexible applicator pad body having a lotion applicator surface and an opposed adhesive surface. The pad is generally like a human hand shaped, along a marginal edge surface that defines a finger section, at least one thumb section, and a truncated palm section. An adhesive is provided on the adhesive surface for releasably securing the applicator pad to the hand, covering the palmar sides of the fingers, thumb and palm. A liner is provided, covering the adhesive until separated to expose the adhesive for contact with the user's hand.

Abstract: A multipurpose bottle and cap combination comprises a bottle for containing a fluid, a neck with an opening through which the fluid may flow, and a bottom. A cap is secured to the neck of the bottle by threaded engagement and controls the flow of the fluid through the cap. A first massaging device is also provided. This device comprises a pair of identical parts, each part having a plurality of curved surfaces terminating in a tip. The massage device also has an internal bore containing a herbal medicine filled fiber.