CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS
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FIELD OF TECHNOLOGY
The present disclosure is a method of permanent hair removal.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
The desire to remove hair for aesthetic purposes is not unique to modern times. One historian finds that women engaged in this practice in both ancient Egypt and Greece. Hair removal is now fully ingrained into society, to the degree that it is a social requirement for both men and women.
The most common hair removal methods are only temporary. After shaving, regrowth is visible within 24 hours. Tweezing and epilators keep the skin hair-free for days longer because the hair shaft and root bulb are removed, however, these methods are too painful for some, and can cause unsightly ingrown hairs.
The longer-lasting hair removal methods fall in to three categories: electrolysis, laser, and intense pulsed light (IPL). They are each somewhat successful, but present clients with risks, limitations, and some degree of pain.
Electrolysis prevents hair growth by destroying hair follicles. Energy is transmitted through a tiny probe which is inserted by the practitioner into each hair follicle. Galvanic Electrolysis transmits voltage, while thermolysis heats the follicle with RF waves. Other forms of electrolysis blend the two methods. Many clients experience some favorable results. However, the process can take months or years, and unskilled practitioners can either damage the skin or provide ineffective treatment. Sometimes, hairs are only made thinner and whiter.
Laser hair removal employs photothermolysis to destroy hair follicles. The different lasers each use a unique wavelength of light, which, when pulsed on the skin, heat up melanin in the follicle. While the hair frequently grows back after a number of months or years, many clients report being satisfied with laser hair removal. However, laser treatments are not effective for individuals with dark skin, or who have red or blond hair, since the tissue color contrast is unfavorable. For those who receive treatment, permanent whitening or darkening of the skin is a risk, as is blistering.
Like laser hair removal, IPL uses unique wavelengths of light to destroy follicles by heating up melanin. However, because IPL is less concentrated than a laser, it is less effective. Color contrast limitations are the same, and discoloration of the skin is also a risk.
BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
The present invention is a method for permanently removing hair by employing repetitive dermal abrasion with a textile or fabric made of either synthetic or natural material or a blend of the two (hereafter referred to as “Material”). The action of the Material is applied to the treatment area of the skin by any manner of reciprocating motion, which is provided either mechanically or manually.
It is a permanent hair removal method, unlike shaving, tweezing, and epilation, which works faster and more reliably than electrolysis. Unlike laser or IPL, the method can be used by clients with any color of skin, and any color of hair. There is no risk of discoloring or blistering the skin. The process is painless.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
Embodiments are shown in the following drawings in which numerals refer to the elements, and wherein:
FIG. 1A depicts treatment to remove hair from the left forearm, side view, with clamp 4 in an upper position; and
FIG. 1B depicts treatment to remove hair from the left forearm, opposite view, with clamp 5 in a lowered position; and
FIG. 2 depicts treatment to remove hair from the right lower leg; and
FIG. 3 depicts treatment to remove hair from both lower legs; and
FIG. 4 depicts treatment to remove facial hair.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
This disclosure presents four embodiments of the invention, each consisting of the same underlying method for permanently removing hair: repetitive dermal abrasion with a textile or fabric made of “Material” (as previously defined) is employed. Where the reciprocation is powered by a motor, and a linear motion is required, any existing technology is utilized to convert rotary motion to linear motion. Any existing technology is also employed for the clamps, rope, securing the rope, and stationary bicycle.
One embodiment of the invention is shown in both FIG. 1A and FIG. 1B. In FIG. 1A, a hair removal client (“client”) grips rail 1 above motorized unit 2 with the left hand. The Material 3 rests on the clients forearm. The Material 3 is held in the same way by two clamps 4 and 5 which are the same size. Clamp 4 can be seen, and is in the upper position. FIG. 1B shows an opposite view of the client, rail 1, motorized unit 2, Material 3, and clamp 5, which is shown in the lower position. When motorized unit 2 is turned on, clamps 4 and 5 vertically rise and descend a number of inches at opposite times, pulling Material 3 back and forth across the client's forearm. Reciprocation of the Material at any speed or speeds continues for the duration of the treatment session. After a number of treatment sessions, the dermal abrasion caused by the Material being drawn back and forth across the client's skin will permanently remove the hair from the client's forearm.
Another embodiment of the invention is shown in FIG. 2. A client reclines between motorized units 1 and 2. The client's right foot is secured to motorized unit 1 by means of a strap 3, and a heel support 4. A tube of Material 5 encircles the client's lower leg. Two lengths of rope 6 (one unseen) of the same length each connect Material 5 to motorized unit 1 in the same manner. Two lengths of rope 7 of the same length each connect Material 5 to motorized unit 2 in the same manner. When motorized units 1 and 2 are turned on, they pull and release ropes 6 and 7 at opposite times, causing Material 5 to slide back and forth on the client's lower leg from ankle to knee. Reciprocation of the tube at any speed or speeds continues for the duration of the treatment session. After a number of treatment sessions, the dermal abrasion caused by the Material being drawn back and forth across the client's skin will permanently remove the hair from the client's lower leg.
Another embodiment of the invention is shown in FIG. 3. The client is seated on a stationary recumbent bicycle 1 with a tube of Material 2 around the client's lower right leg, and a tube of Material 3 around the client's lower left leg. The top of Material 2 is anchored to the bicycle handlebar by rope 4. The bottom of Material 2 is anchored to rod 5 by two lengths of rope 6. The top of Material 3 is anchored to the bicycle handlebar by rope 7. The bottom of Material 3 is anchored to rod 5 by two lengths of rope 8. When the client pedals downward with his right leg, rope 4 pulls Material 2 up to the client's knee. Simultaneously, the left leg ascends and ropes 8 pull Material 3 down to the client's ankle When the client pedals again, the left leg goes downward and rope 7 pulls Material 3 up to the client's knee, at which time, the right leg has risen, and ropes 6 pull Material 2 down to the client's ankle. Reciprocation of Materials 2 and 3, sliding up and down both of the client's lower legs continues at any speed or speeds for the duration of the treatment session. After a number of treatment sessions, the dermal abrasion caused by the Material being drawn back and forth across the client's skin will permanently remove the hair from both of the client's lower legs.
FIG. 4 shows another embodiment of the invention. The client's head rests on cushion 1 underneath motorized reciprocating machine 2. At the end of machine arm 3 a soft foam or cotton pad 4 is attached. Attached to pad 4 is Material 5. When the motorized reciprocating machine is turned on, machine arm 3 moves back and in any horizontal direction. Reciprocation of Material 5 attached to pad 4 at any speed or speeds continues for the duration of the treatment session. After a number of treatment sessions, the dermal abrasion caused by the Material being drawn back and forth across the client's skin will permanently remove the hair from the client's face.
Patent Application
20150237985
