The invention relates to a shaving brush. More particularly, the invention relates to a shaving brush system and method including a replaceable element and/or cartridge.
Shaving cans are large and bulky, especially when traveling. One alternative is to use a tube containing shaving cream or travel size shaving cans. However, these containers leak and are unheated, resulting in a less satisfactory shave.
For the foregoing reasons, there is a need for a shaving brush that is manageable in size, easy to use and may be heated.
Embodiments of the invention relate to a shaving brush includes a housing having opposing first and second ends; a least one bristle located at the first end; and a replacable element located in the housing in fluid communication with the at least one bristle.
Other embodiments relate to a shaving brush includes a housing having opposing first and second ends; a plurality of bristles located at the first end; a replaceable cap located at the second end; a replacable element located in the housing communicating with the replaceable cap and in fluid communication with the plurality of bristles; and an engagement mechanism communicating with at least the replaceable element, whereby engaging the engagement mechanism dispenses a cream into the plurality of bristles.
Still other embodiments relate to a method of shaving using a shaving brush, the shaving brush having a housing with opposing first and second ends; a plurality of bristles located at the first end; a replaceable cap located at the second end; at least one engagement mechanism located on at least one of the housing, in the housing and the replaceable cap; and a replacable element located in the housing communicating with the at least one engagement mechanism and in fluid communication with the plurality of bristles. The method of shaving includes engaging the at least one engagement mechanism; dispensing a cream into the plurality of bristles; spreading the cream over at least a portion of a user's face; and shaving using a razor.
The foregoing and other features and advantages of the invention will become further apparent from the following detailed description of the presently preferred embodiment, read in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. The drawings are not to scale. The detailed description and drawings are merely illustrative of the invention rather than limiting, the scope of the invention being defined by the appended claims and equivalents thereof.
Throughout the various figures, like reference numbers refer to like elements.
One embodiment relates to a shaving brush with an integrated dispenser for dispensing shaving cream in a solid or semi-solid form including foam, gel, soap, lotion, stick, liquid, other substances or combinations thereof that provide lubrication and protection during the shaving process, hereinafter referred to as cream. The device comprises a brush assembly and an integrated dispenser. The dispenser maybe integrated with the brush assembly to form a device, having a cartridge or canister containing cream is inserted into the device, where the brush is removed from the cartridge or canister and attached to a new cartridge or canister. The cartridge maybe pressurized or non-pressurized. The device may also allow for the warming of the cream before application to the face or other parts of the body.
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In the illustrated embodiment the canister 220 includes a needle, nozzle or elongated valve 232 connected to a housing 211 and in fluid communication with an interior or cavity in the canister 220. When the valve 232 is depressed, the contents of the canister 220 travels up the valve 232 and delivered into the brush assembly 216. The exterior of the canister 220 may be made of a non-corrosive material or coated to prevent corrosion. The exterior may also be composed of a material that allows for rapid heat transfer to the interior, allowing for rapid heating of the shaving cream.
Other embodiments relate to a method of shaving using any of the shaving brushes 10/100/200 provided previously. In at least one embodiment, the method comprises engaging the at least one engagement mechanism; and dispensing a cream into the plurality of bristles. The crème is spread over at least a portion of the user's or shavers face using the bristles. The user or shaver than shaves, using a razor.
While the embodiments of the invention disclosed herein are presently considered to be preferred, various changes and modifications can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. The scope of the invention is indicated in the appended claims, and all changes that come within the meaning and range of equivalents are intended to be embraced therein.
This application is related to, and claims priority from Provisional Application No. 61/559,427 filed Nov. 14, 2011, the complete subject matter of which is incorporated herein by reference.
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20130118515 A1 | May 2013 | US |
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