HYGIENIC BRUSH

Abstract

A hygienic brush for cleaning crevices on the human body is disclosed, which includes a handle, the handle having a groove running along a length of the handle and a brush at one end of the handle. The brush configured to clean a crevice on the human body. The hygienic brush includes a concave curved handle and may include a hole to hang the brush on a hook.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Technical Field

This invention relates to hygienic tools. In particular, the invention relates to a hygienic brush that allows cleaning of crevices on the human body in a convenient and flexible manner.

Brushes used for personal hygiene are known in the art.

Hygiene devices such as incontinence devices exist, but only hold waste from the bowels and does not clean anything.

Cleaning tools are known that are used to clean the intergluteal cleft. However, these tools are not convenient cleaning crevices such as the anus.

Other cleaning tools are known and used to clean the intergluteal cleft. These tools also lack flexibility and a channel to allow water flow down the brush. Such devices utilize a removable brush area that is covered in gauze or other material to clean the area. The gauze then has to be disposed of, creating unsanitary trash and possible drain clogs.

Therefore, a need exists for a cleaning device that allows flexible access to body crevices with minimal cleaning and waste.

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SUMMARY

A hygienic cleaning device is disclosed that includes a brush handle and a bristled end member for cleaning.

In one embodiment, the hygienic cleaning device has a curved brush handle.

In one embodiment, the hygienic cleaning device includes a groove down the length of the brush to allow water to flow down the brush to the area on the body to be cleaned.

In one embodiment, the hygienic cleaning device includes a hole at the top of the handle for hanging the brush.

In one embodiment, the hygienic cleaning device is composed of silicone, or another material such as plastic or rubber.

The handle for the hygienic cleaning device can vary in length. The size of the brush on the hygienic cleaning device may vary in length and circumference.

In one embodiment, the bristles on brush could vary in length, shape and circumference, allowing water flow to be minimized or maximized depending on which direction the handle faces.

In one embodiment, the rounded brush on the device makes it easier to get all angles at once as opposed to having to move the brush around to insert at the correct angle. Additionally, the hygienic brush may have a concave handle and curved to allow water to flow easily to the area to rinse well, so as not to leave soapy residue which could lead to irritation and infection.

In one embodiment, the hygienic cleaning device can be used to clean between toes or other orifices.

Other systems, methods, features and advantages of the invention will be, or will become, apparent to one with skill in the art upon examination of the following figures and detailed description. It is intended that all such additional systems, methods, features and advantages be included within this description, be within the scope of the invention, and be protected by the following claims

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The invention can be better understood with reference to the following drawings and description. The components in the figures are not necessarily to scale, emphasis instead being placed upon illustrating the principles of the invention. Moreover, in the figures, like referenced numerals designate corresponding parts throughout the different views.

FIG. 1 is a view of a hygienic cleaning brush according to an embodiment of the disclosure.

FIG. 2 is a view of a hygienic cleaning brush according to an embodiment of the disclosure.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

FIG. 1 is an aspect view 100 of a hygienic cleaning brush according to an embodiment of the disclosure. The hygienic cleaning brush 100 may include a brush 101. The brush 101 may include bristles 103 of varying length and cross-sectional dimension, depending on the hygienic cleaning brush use. Smaller nubs on the brush 101 may be used for smaller crevices, such as between the toes. Longer bristles may be advantageous for cleaning other crevices or orifices such as the intergluteal cleft, a gluteal fold or an anal area. The hygienic cleaning brush 100 may include a handle 102 where the handle comprises a groove running along a length of the handle 102. In one embodiment, the handle 102 may be an elongate body, with a concave curvature. The hygienic cleaning brush 100 may include the brush 102 at one end of the handle 102, and the brush 102 may be configured to clean a crevice on the human body.

In one embodiment, the hygienic cleaning brush 100 could be made of silicone or another material such as plastic or rubber. The length of the handle 102 may be varied in dimension as needed for convenience.

In one embodiment, the size of brush 101 may vary in length and circumference depending on the needs of the user.

In one embodiment, the bristles 103 on the brush 101 could vary in length and could be nubs but go all the way around to allow water flow to be minimized or maximized depending on which direction the handle 102 faces.

In one embodiment, the hygienic cleaning brush 100 has a length of the handle approximately 18 inches, and gently curved to allow for the “reach” to body parts desired to be cleaned and has a concave area the length of the handle 102 on one side to help flowing water, such as in the shower, to flow directly to the end of the hygienic cleaning brush 100 for rinsing areas during cleaning. In one embodiment, the hygienic cleaning brush 100 may be used in standing water such as a bathtub just for the additional reach help. The handle is wider at the grip and narrower at the base allowing more water to be caught and directed to the cleaning area.

In one embodiment, the base of the brush 101 is approximately two inches long and includes a ¼ inch diameter brush 101 covered completely all the way around in soft, super flexible ¼ inch silicone, dull ended bristles. The hygienic cleaning brush 100 may be cleaned with soap and water.

The hygienic cleaning brush 100 may be used for cleaning between toes, between folds of skin or anywhere externally. The hygienic cleaning brush 100 may be advantageous in its ability to get water into tighter areas to rinse more thoroughly after washing with soaps or other body rinses using the soft, flexible, rounded brush 101 at the end which is more comfortable for cleaning. In an embodiment, the hygienic cleaning brush 100 may be used in the shower for water flow but can still be used in a bath to reach hard to reach places. The hygienic cleaning brush may allow people with mobility and reach impairments to thoroughly clean the intergluteal cleft, gluteal fold and anal area.

FIG. 2 is an aspect view 200 of a hygienic cleaning brush according to an embodiment of the disclosure. The hygienic cleaning brush 200 may include a brush 201. The brush 201 may include bristles 203 of varying length and cross-sectional dimension, depending on the hygienic cleaning brush use. Smaller nubs on the brush 201 may be used for smaller crevices, such as between the toes. Longer bristles may be advantageous for cleaning other crevices or orifices such as the intergluteal cleft, a gluteal fold or an anal area. The hygienic cleaning brush 200 may include a handle 202 where the handle comprises a groove running along a length of the handle 202. In one embodiment, the handle 202 may be an elongate body, with a concave curvature. The hygienic cleaning brush 200 may include the brush 202 at one end of the handle 202, and the brush 202 may be configured to clean a crevice on the human body.

In one embodiment, the hygienic cleaning brush 200 includes a substantially circular or oval hole 204 at an end of the handle 202. The substantially circular or oval hole 204 may be configured to allow the hygienic cleaning brush 200 to be hung on a hook or allow a hanging attachment to be inserted into the hole 202.

In one embodiment, the hygienic cleaning brush 200 could be made of silicone or another material such as plastic or rubber. The length of the handle 202 may be varied in dimension as needed for convenience.

In one embodiment, the size of brush 201 may vary in length and circumference depending on the needs of the user.

In one embodiment, the bristles 203 on the brush 201 could vary in length and could be nubs but go all the way around to allow water flow to be minimized or maximized depending on which direction the handle 202 faces.

In one embodiment, the hygienic cleaning brush 200 has a length of the handle approximately 18 inches, and gently curved to allow for the “reach” to the area desired to be cleaned and has a concave area the length of the handle 202 on one side to help flowing water, such as in the shower, to flow directly to the end of the hygienic cleaning brush 200 for rinsing areas during cleaning. In one embodiment, the hygienic cleaning brush 200 may be used in standing water such as a bathtub just for the additional reach help. The handle 202 is wider at the grip and narrower at the base allowing more water to be caught and directed to the cleaning area.

In one embodiment, the base of the brush 201 is approximately two inches long and includes a ¼ inch diameter brush covered completely all the way around in soft, super flexible ¼ inch silicone, dull ended bristles. The hygienic cleaning brush 200 may be cleaned with soap and water.

In an embodiment, the hygienic cleaning brush 200 may be used from the front of the body or from behind the body. The hygienic cleaning brush 200 may be used for cleaning between toes, between folds of skin or anywhere externally. The hygienic cleaning brush 200 may be advantageous in its ability to get water into tighter areas to rinse more thoroughly after washing with soaps or other body rinses using the soft, flexible, rounded brush 201 at the end which is more comfortable for cleaning. In an embodiment, the hygienic cleaning brush 200 may be used in the shower for water flow but can still be used in a bath to reach hard to reach places. The hygienic cleaning brush 200 may allow people with mobility and reach impairments to thoroughly clean the intergluteal cleft, gluteal fold and anal area.

While various embodiments of the invention have been described, it will be apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art that many more embodiments and implementations are possible within the scope of the invention. Accordingly, the invention is not to be restricted except in light of the attached claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A hygienic brush for cleaning crevices on the human body, comprising a handle, where the handle comprises a groove running along a length of the handle; anda brush at one end of the handle, the brush configured to clean a crevice on the human body.

2. The hygienic brush of claim 1, where the handle is curved in a concave form along the length of the handle.

3. The hygienic brush according to claim 1, where the brush comprises a plurality of bristles.

4. The hygienic brush of claim 3, where the plurality of bristles can vary in length.

5. The hygienic brush of claim 1, where the handle is composed of plastic.

6. The hygienic brush of claim 5, where the plastic comprises silicone.

7. The hygienic brush of claim 1, where the handle is composed of rubber.

8. The hygienic brush of claim 1, where the handle comprises a substantially circular hole through a thickness of the handle and at an end distal to an end comprising the brush.

9. The hygienic brush of claim 1, where the brush is configured to insert into a skin fold, an intergluteal cleft, a gluteal fold or an anal area.

10. The hygienic brush of claim 1, where the brush is configured to insert between toes.

11. A hygienic brush, comprising An elongate handle, where the handle comprises a groove running along a length of the elongate handle and impinging a depth into the handle; anda brush at one end of the elongate handle, the brush configured to clean a crevice on the human body.

12. The hygienic brush of claim 11, where the elongate handle is curved in a concave form along the length of the elongate handle.

13. The hygienic brush according to claim 11, where the brush comprises a plurality of bristles.

14. The hygienic brush of claim 13, where the plurality of bristles can vary in length.

15. The hygienic brush of claim 11, where the elongate handle is composed of plastic.

16. The hygienic brush of claim 11, where the elongate handle is composed of rubber.

17. The hygienic brush of claim 15, where the plastic comprises silicone.

18. The hygienic brush of claim 11, where the elongate handle comprises a substantially circular hole through a thickness of the elongate handle and at an end distal to an end comprising the brush.

19. The hygienic brush of claim 11, where the brush is configured to insert into a skin fold, an intergluteal cleft, a gluteal fold or an anal area.

20. The hygienic brush of claim 10, where the brush is configured to insert between toes.