JP2005270120A - Face shaver - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a face shaver good in beauty and health for the skin by providing the face shaver with an iontophoresis device. <P>SOLUTION: This face shaver mainly comprises a grip part 4 and a razor part 1 connected to the grip part 4. The razor part 1 is provided with a razor blade part 3 in its end and electrodes 2A and 2B, and a feeble current is applied to the skin through a contact face of the skin of the face shaved by the razor part 1 with the electrodes 2A and 2B to perform iontophoresis to the skin. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2006,JPO&NCIPI

Description

  The present invention relates to a face shaving device used in a general household or a barber shop and a beauty salon, and more particularly to a face shaving device that is good for skin beauty and health by ion introduction.

  In recent years, in Japan, there is a growing trend toward emphasis on fashion and appearance regardless of gender, and in particular, attention is being paid to facial care. Even during the care, face shaving has been born out of the word ladies shave and has become popular among women. In the course of deregulation, the qualifications for barbers and beauticians are also becoming one. Currently, only barbers are shaving, but in the future, beauticians will also be shaving. You have to learn.

  In recent years, iontophoresis devices used as beauty instruments have appeared. That is, it has been confirmed that cosmetics and cosmetic liquids for beautifying the skin can be obtained not only by applying but also by using an iontophoresis device to obtain a larger skin beautifying effect and cleaning effect.

  By the way, as a face shaving device, in general households, a T-shaped shaver or an electric shaver is used when a man shaves a facial fold, and a razor is used when a woman shave facial hair. In the room, professional leather is used regardless of gender. In the following description, the term “beard” is intended to include the vellus hair of the skin.

  However, these conventional face shaving devices are designed to improve the shaving taste and reduce rough skin, but have problems that the skin is easily damaged and the skin is easily roughened. For this reason, it is necessary to protect the skin surface with a moisturizing agent after shaving, and creams, aftershave lotions, emulsions, and the like are applied for the purpose of preparing and protecting the skin. In the coming times, especially for women, it is predicted that revitalizing skin and making it beautiful will be emphasized.

  The present invention has been made in view of such conventional problems, and an object of the present invention is to provide a face shaving apparatus capable of introducing ions having an effect on skin beauty.

  According to the present invention, there is provided a face shave device mainly composed of a gripping part and a razor part connected to the gripping part, wherein a razor blade part is provided at an end of the razor part, and the razor part In this case, a face shaving apparatus is provided that introduces ions by passing a weak current through the contact surface between the electrode and the skin of the face to be shaved by the razor part by disposing an electrode.

  In the face shaving device of the present invention, the electrode is conducted to the razor blade portion provided in the razor portion, and a weak current is passed through the contact surface between the razor blade portion and the skin to cause ion introduction. It is preferable that the electrode is disposed at a predetermined position of the razor portion, and ion introduction at a predetermined position of the razor portion is enabled.

  Further, in the present invention, the razor blade part and the electrode are arranged at positions symmetrical to the razor blade part on the razor part, and a face shaving action at both ends of the razor part and It is also preferable to enable ion introduction at the same time, and it is also preferable to provide an ultrasonic vibrator on the skin contact surface of the face shaving device and / or the razor blade portion. It is also preferable to provide an energization display unit that can confirm the energization state.

  According to the face shave device of the present invention, since the face shave device has an iontophoresis mechanism, the skin keratin is shaved off by the face shave, and in the state where the penetration effect on the skin such as cosmetics is most enhanced, Cosmetics, serums, moisturizers, etc. applied to the skin penetrate more efficiently into the skin and have an excellent effect of improving the penetration effect. Furthermore, by performing the face shaving action and the ion introduction at the same time, there is also an effect that moisture inside the skin can be prevented from being rapidly dried in a skin state with a thin barrier function after the face shaving action.

  DESCRIPTION OF EMBODIMENTS Hereinafter, embodiments for carrying out the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to these embodiments and is based on the knowledge of those skilled in the art without departing from the scope of the present invention. Needless to say, various changes, modifications, and improvements can be made.

  As described above, the face shaving device of the present invention is a face shaving device capable of introducing ions into the skin. As shown in FIG. 1, the face shaving device includes a grip portion 4 and a razor portion 1 connected to the grip portion 4. A face shave device mainly configured, wherein a razor blade part 3 is provided at an end of the razor part 1 and electrodes 2A and 2B are arranged on the razor part 1, and the face to be shaved by the razor part 1 A weak current is passed through the skin through the contact surface between the skin and the electrodes 2A and 2B to perform ion introduction. Reference numeral 5 denotes a power input switch, 6 denotes an energization display unit, 7 denotes an energization wire, and 8 denotes a power supply unit such as a battery.

  As described above, the present invention is designed to allow a weak current to flow through the face shaving device, but the face shaving action is an action of shaving the whiskers while scraping off the skin surface. Since the skin from which the keratin has been shaved is in a state in which the barrier function of the skin is thin, it is also the time when the penetration effect on the skin of cosmetics and the like is the highest.

  In order to further increase the penetration rate into the skin during this face shaving action, if a weak current is applied from the skin contact surface of the face shaving apparatus and ions are introduced, cosmetics and beauty applied to the skin in advance during the face shaving action Liquids, moisturizers, etc. penetrate into the skin more efficiently. Furthermore, by performing the face shaving action and the ion introduction at the same time, it is possible to prevent the moisture inside the skin from rapidly drying in a skin state with a thin barrier function after the face shaving action.

  What is applied to the skin is not limited to cosmetics but can be expected to have a higher effect if this facial shaving device is used for the method of transdermal absorption of pharmaceuticals and the like.

  The current can be switched between plus and minus, and it is possible to promote the penetration into the skin and improve the detergency of dirt on the skin. At that time, it is possible to avoid misuse by providing the energization display unit 6 so that the current flow can be visually confirmed and lighting the display during energization. Furthermore, two or more lighting parts are provided on the energization display unit 6 so that the current flow can be visually confirmed, and the energization state, current direction, current intensity, etc. can be identified by two or more lighting colors. It is desirable to avoid misuse.

  In the face shaving device of the present invention, there is no limitation on the arrangement of the electrodes, and it is necessary that the two electrodes are in contact with the human body at the same time, but if the razor part 1 has at least one electrode 2A, as shown in FIG. Another electrode 2 </ b> C can be configured such that a current-carrying wire 7 is taken out from the razor portion 1, and the electrode 2 </ b> C is brought into contact with a part of the body by an adhesive seal 9 or can be held by a hand. In addition, as shown in FIG. 3, the other electrode 3A is directly connected to the razor blade portion 3, so that the electrode 3A that also serves as the razor blade portion 3 can be used simultaneously with the face shaving operation and the razor blade portion and the skin. Ion introduction can be performed through the contact surface.

  In the face shaving device of the present invention, the arrangement and number of electrodes are not limited, and as shown in the cross-sectional view of the razor part in FIG. If the electrodes 2 </ b> A and 2 </ b> B are similarly arranged on both end faces of the razor part 1, it is preferable in that ion introduction is possible on both end faces of the razor part 1.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 6, the face shaving device of the present invention is not limited in the arrangement and number of electrodes and razor blade portions, and the razor blade portion 3 and the at least one electrode 2A, 2B are connected to the razor portion 1. When it arrange | positions similarly in the position symmetrical with respect to the said razor blade part 3, it is preferable at the point that the face shaving act and ion introduction in the both ends of the said razor part 1 are possible.

  It is preferable that the skin contact surface portion and / or the razor blade portion 3 of the razor portion 1 of the present invention includes an ultrasonic vibrator. Even if the face shaving device of the present invention is used, it is not possible to shave the face without damaging the skin at the time of face shaving. Taking advantage of better penetration of liquid components, applying after shave lotion to the face after shaving, and applying appropriate vibration to the skin using the face shaving device of the present invention can enhance the skin's protective and moisturizing effect it can. Furthermore, by applying ultrasonic vibrations, the wrinkles are soft and easy to shave, so it is possible to shave with an after-shave lotion for finishing, such as a shave lotion or gel used for face shave. Can be saved.

  In the present invention, the razor blade and the skin contact surface portion may each have vibration applying means, and are formed so that vibration can be applied to the razor blade and the skin contact surface portion by one vibration applying means. However, it is preferable that vibrations can be applied to the razor blade and the skin contact surface portion, respectively. As a means for applying vibration to the razor blade and the skin contact surface portion, it is preferable to oscillate a frequency in the range of 1 Hz to 1000 MHz, and to oscillate a frequency in the range from the low frequency to the ultrasonic region. Furthermore, it is preferable that the vibration applying means for the razor blade is one that generates a predetermined amplitude or less. Moreover, it is preferable that it is an ultrasonic vibration element as a vibration application means of a razor blade and / or a skin contact surface part.

  In the present invention, when an appropriate vibration is applied to the razor blade, the resistance is reduced when cutting the scissors. In addition, when the skin is properly vibrated through the skin contact surface, the skin is activated and the penetration of shave lotion, gel, lotion, etc. used during face shave is improved, and the wrinkles are soft and easy to shave. Smoothness of shaving taste is improved. At this time, since the resistance at the time of cutting the scissors becomes small, the sharpness of the razor blade is difficult to drop, and the long-term retention of the smoothness of the shave can be realized. Further, since the eyelids are soft and easy to shave, it is not necessary to reciprocate the face shaving device many times on the surface of the face so as not to shave the eyelids, and rough skin can be reduced. Furthermore, since the skin is activated, the beauty of the skin can be improved.

  In the face shaving device of the present invention, the vibration applying means is not particularly limited, and any means can be used as long as it can apply vibration to the shave blade portion 3 and the skin contact surface portion. There is no particular limitation on the configuration in which vibration is applied from the vibration applying means to the razor blade portion 3 and the skin contact surface portion, but the razor blade portion 3 and the skin contact surface portion may each have vibration application means. Alternatively, it may be formed so that vibration can be applied to the razor blade portion 3 and the skin contact surface portion by one vibration application means.

  About the power supply part 8 of the face shaving apparatus of this invention, an exchange-type dry battery may be used, and it may continue charging between face shaving operations using a rechargeable battery. In addition, the power supply cable 9 is used to supply power from the AC power source from the outside of the razor part, or to supply power from outside the shaving device by relaying the DC conversion adapter from the AC power source. Also good.

  The power input switch 5 of the face shaving device of the present invention can be turned on and off. Furthermore, the power input switch 5 can freely change the direction and strength of the current step by step or steplessly by the push button method, slide lever method, trigger lever method, dial knob method, touch sensor method, etc. Is preferred. Thereby, the effect of ion introduction can be freely adjusted according to the work procedure and frequency of the face shaving action, the type of beauty liquid to be ion-introduced, the condition and part of the skin, and individual differences.

  Furthermore, it is preferable that the waveform of the current can be switched by the power input switch 5 of the face shaving device of the present invention in accordance with the intended skin surface cleaning effect and cosmetic liquid penetration effect.

  Further, it is preferable that the arrangement and shape of the power input switch 5 of the face shaving device of the present invention do not interfere with the face shaving action, have excellent operability, and have been devised to prevent malfunction. It is also preferable to provide a plurality of independent power ON / OFF functions of the power switch 5 and functions of adjusting the direction and strength of the current.

  As shown in FIG. 1, the energization display unit 6 of the face shaving device of the present invention displays on / off of the power supply. However, when the power supply unit 8 is a dry battery or a rechargeable battery, the battery capacity It is preferable to display the remaining amount. If the power input switch 5 described above can adjust the direction and strength of the current, it is preferable to display the current state. It is also preferable to independently provide a plurality of power on / off display units, battery remaining amount display units, and current direction and strength display units.

  In addition, the ion production | generation control part 10 of the face shaving apparatus which concerns on this invention shown in FIG. 1 transforms the voltage from the power supply part 8, and it applies ion to the electrodes 2A and 2B through the current-carrying wire 7. Introduction can be made. When the electrodes 2A, 2B touch the skin contact surface of the human body, a weak current can be passed, and the on / off of the power can be controlled according to the operation from the power input switch 5.

  Moreover, it is preferable that the ion production | generation control part 10 controls the direction and intensity of an electric current by operation from the power input switch 5 according to the target skin surface washing | cleaning effect and the penetration effect of a cosmetic liquid.

  Further, it is preferable that the ion generation control unit 10 can also switch the waveform of the weak current by an operation from the power input switch 5 in accordance with the intended skin surface cleaning effect and cosmetic liquid penetration effect. The types of these waveforms include continuous DC type, pulse DC type, pulse depolarized DC type, etc., but are not limited to this range, and knowledge of those skilled in the art without departing from the scope of the present invention. It goes without saying that various changes, modifications, and improvements can be added based on the above.

  In addition, the ion generation control unit 10 can be arranged outside the face shaving device together with the power supply unit 8 to introduce ions through the energization wire 7 to reduce the weight of the main body and facilitate the face shaving operation. It is preferable in terms.

  The razor blade portion 3 of the face shave device according to the present invention may be fixed to the razor portion 1, and if it is a replaceable blade type, the razor blade portion 3 is easy to replace and care for, and is always This is preferable in that the state can be maintained. Furthermore, it is more preferable that the replaceable blade type razor blade portion 3 is a cartridge type in that it is easy to attach and detach and is excellent in stability at the time of replacement.

  The shape of the face shaving device may be of a shaving leather type as shown in FIG. 1, and when the razor part is folded and the razor blade part 3 is foldable so that it can be stored in the grip part 4, It is preferable in that the accidental accident caused by the razor blade portion 3 can be prevented during storage. Further, the shape of the face shaving device may be a T-shape as shown in FIG. 4, and is not limited to these shapes.

  In the case of using an electric shaver as a face shaving device, the razor blade 3 is covered with a cover 11A, 11B made of porous, film-like metal or the like so as not to directly touch the skin. The electrodes are not provided directly on the razor blade part 3, and as shown in FIGS. 7 and 9, the covers 11A and 11B made of porous, film-like metal or the like that come into contact with the skin can be used as the electrodes or the cover 11A. 11B is preferably provided with at least one electrode.

  Furthermore, in the case of an electric shaver, in order to perform a face shaving action by bringing the razor part 1 into contact with the skin at various angles, as shown in FIGS. It is preferable to provide a plurality of electrodes 11A and 11B that also serve as the face shaving without greatly changing the electric shaver according to the face shaving position, and to easily introduce ions.

  The face shaving device of the present invention is a face shaving device having high utility value in a general home, a barber shop, and a beauty salon such as a T-shaped shaver, an electric shaver, a razor, and leather.

It is a mimetic diagram showing one embodiment of a face shaving device of the present invention. It is a schematic diagram which shows another embodiment of the face shaving apparatus of this invention. It is a schematic diagram which shows another embodiment of the face shaving apparatus of this invention. It is a perspective view which shows another embodiment of the face shaving apparatus of this invention. It is sectional drawing of a razor part. It is a schematic diagram which shows another embodiment of the face shaving apparatus of this invention. It is a perspective view which shows one Embodiment at the time of using the face shaving apparatus of this invention as an electric shaver. It is a perspective view which shows one Embodiment of the razor blade part for using for an electric shaver. It is a perspective view which shows other embodiment at the time of using the face shaving apparatus of this invention as an electric shaver.

Explanation of symbols

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... Razor part, 2A, 2B, 2C ... Electrode, 3 ... Razor blade part, 3A ... Electrode also serving as a razor blade part, 4 ... Gripping part, 5 ... Power supply input switch, 6 ... Current supply display part, 7 ... For electricity supply Wires, 8 ... Power supply unit, 9 ... Adhesive seal, 10 ... Ion generation control unit, 11A, 11B ... Cover (or electrode also serving as a cover) made of porous, film-like metal or the like.

Claims (6)

  A face shave device mainly composed of a gripping part and a razor part connected to the gripping part, wherein a razor blade part is provided at an end of the razor part, and an electrode is disposed on the razor part. Thus, the face shaving apparatus performs ion introduction to the skin by flowing a weak current through the contact surface between the skin of the face shaved by the razor part and the electrode.   The face according to claim 1, wherein the electrode conducts ions to the skin by passing a weak current through the contact surface between the razor blade part and the skin through conduction to the razor blade part provided in the razor part. Shaving equipment.   The face shave device according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the electrode is arranged at a predetermined position of the razor portion, and ion introduction is possible at a predetermined position of the razor portion.   The razor blade part and the electrode are arranged at positions symmetrical with respect to the razor blade part on the razor part to enable face shaving and ion introduction at both ends of the razor part simultaneously. The face shaving apparatus as described in any one of 1-3.   The face shaving apparatus as described in any one of Claims 1-4 provided with the ultrasonic vibration body in the skin contact surface and / or the razor blade part of the face shaving apparatus.   Furthermore, the face shaving apparatus as described in any one of Claims 1-6 provided with the electricity supply display part which can confirm an electricity supply state.

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