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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7951123 | Spa wax heating device A wax heating device for wax treatment of human skin that includes a contained a controlled exothermic chemical reaction to melt wax on a flexible element for contacting human skin. A heating pouch contains a first portion. A heater element has an inner area with a ... | 05/31/2011 |
| 7731701 | Packaged product applicator or personal care applicator The invention relates to a packaged article comprising: an article having an outer surface and an inner surface, wherein said inner surface defines a cavity for receiving an appendage of a user, a package surrounding said article; a seam which closes both said packa... | 06/08/2010 |
| 7713252 | Therapeutic article including a personal care composition and methods of making the therapeutic article A therapeutic article includes a skin contact layer having a plurality of fibers forming a plurality of point-bearing surfaces configured for wear against a user's skin; a personal care composition disposed proximate the fibers; an external layer attached to the ski... | 05/11/2010 |
| 7419677 | Treatment device and method of using the same A treatment device may comprise a cover defining a cavity, wherein the cavity is configured to receive a part of a body. The cover may comprise at least one sheet having a composite structure. The composite structure may comprise at least two layers and at least one... | 09/02/2008 |
| 7269859 | Moisture proof glove with a protective cuff A glove, such as a glove used for washing dishes or for cleaning has a sleeve with a cuff thereon. The cuff has an first portion which is adhered or bonded to the inside surface of the sleeve and a second portion which initially extends from the cuff. The first port... | 09/18/2007 |
| 7255506 | Semi-enclosed applicator for distributing a substance onto a target surface A semi-enclosed applicator for distributing a substance onto a target surface including a first side having a first internal surface and a first external surface, a second side having a second internal surface and a second external surface, an internal cavity betwee... | 08/14/2007 |
| 7249385 | Finger/toe tip protective apparatus A finger/toe tip protective apparatus including a semispherically shaped flexible member of perforated material with inner and outer surfaces, and a circumferential edge. The flexible member has at least one elongated tab extending tangentially and radially about th... | 07/31/2007 |
| 7244703 | Pharmaceutical compositions and methods for peptide treatment Compositions and methods for treating a patient with a pharmaceutically active peptide that combines a pharmaceutically active peptide, a permeation enhancer, and a carrier, are disclosed. ... | 07/17/2007 |
| 7112561 | Pharmaceutical compositions and methods for insulin treatment Compositions and methods for treating a patient with insulin that combines insulin, a permeation enhancer, and a carrier that maintains an acidic pH, are disclosed. ... | 09/26/2006 |
| 7108440 | Applicator for distributing a substance onto a target surface An applicator (10) for distributing a substance onto a target surface, said applicator including a first side (24) having a first internal surface (32) and a first external surface (31), a second side (26) having a second internal ... | 09/19/2006 |
| 7056309 | Hygienic cleansing aid The invention is a hygienic cover for ones finger to prevent spreading microorganisms. The invention has an inner flexible microorganism impervious layer. Additionally, the invention would have an outer absorbent layer such as a cotton weave to absorb liquids and bo... | 06/06/2006 |
| 7029461 | Safety shield for medical needles A medical needle shield apparatus is provided which includes an extensible shield having a first segment and a second segment extending therefrom. The second segment includes an opening configured for clearance of a medical needle of a medical needle device during a... | 04/18/2006 |
| 7021848 | Semi-enclosed applicator having a temperature changing element A semi-enclosed applicator (10) for distributing a substance onto a target surface is disclosed having a first side (24) having a first internal surface (32) and a first external surface (31); a second side (26) having a second int... | 04/04/2006 |
| 6998158 | Multilayer electrometric material containing active chemical substance, and uses thereof The present invention relates to a multilayer material made from elastomers and containing one or more active substances dispersed in the form of droplets, and also to its uses, especially as a glove, a finger stall, a condom, a tape or dressings. ... | 02/14/2006 |
| 6905487 | Dermal treatment applicator and method relating thereto A manicure/pedicure glove for treatment of damaged skin areas and/or enhancing nail growth is presented. The glove comprises a single layer of breathable material having a second layer of material in a particular treatment area. The second layer of material is impre... | 06/14/2005 |
| 6896667 | Foot and hand treatment system A treatment fluid dispensing apparatus comprises a fluid impervious layer and an overlying treatment fluid dispensing layer. The fluid treatment dispensing layer comprises a finely woven fabric formed from natural or synthetic fibers which normally retains the treat... | 05/24/2005 |
| 6811338 | Disposable semi-enclosed applicator for distributing a substance onto a target surface A disposable, semi-enclosed applicator for distributing a substance onto a target surface is disclosed. The applicator has a first side, a second side, and an internal cavity between the first and second sides. The applicator is provided with at least one opening so... | 11/02/2004 |
| 6726386 | Semi-enclosed applicator and a cleaning composition contained therein The present invention provides a semi-enclosed applicator for distributing a substance onto a target surface. The applicator has a first side, a second side, and an internal cavity between the first and second sides. The applicator further includes at least one open... | 04/27/2004 |
| 6684405 | Surgical and examination gloves An examination or surgical glove having an inner coating of a compound which prevents the degranulation of mast cells which releases medicators of inflammation. The coating includes anti-mast cell and anti-inflammatory agents such cromolyn compounds and h... | 02/03/2004 |
| 6673054 | Body protection article having a gelatinous material with a therapeutic additive The present invention is directed to a vitamin additive such as Vitamin A, B12, C, D, E, incorporated into the thermoplastic material of a sock, glove or like body protection article. The thermoplastic material is preferably a block copolymer s... | 01/06/2004 |
| 6669387 | Distributing substance onto a target surface An applicator is provided for distributing a substance onto a target surface. The applicator includes a first side, a second side, and an internal cavity between said first and second sides. The applicator also comprises at least one opening and at least ... | 12/30/2003 |
| 6508602 | Semi-enclosed applicator for distributing a substance onto a target surface A semi-enclosed applicator is provided for distributing a substance onto a target surface. The applicator has a first side, a second side, and an internal cavity between the first and second sides. The applicator further includes at least one opening, suc... | 01/21/2003 |
| 6371946 | Medication dispensing system A medication dispensing system and method utilizing a dispensing tube on a therapist's hand for receiving medicated and non-medicated fluids, lotions and gels from a reservoir to be disposed onto a patient by manual contact by the therapist is disclosed.... | 04/16/2002 |
| 6250829 | Lotion applicator and enclosure A storage and applicator article for the convenient and controlled application of lotion to a user's skin has a thin, fabric like cavity applicator that is pre-impregnated with fluid and stored in a fluid impermeable enclosure. Upon opening the enclosure,... | 06/26/2001 |
| 6146365 | Hygienic glove toilet paper There is a disposable multi-layered pad for personal hygiene and disease protection comprising a pair of overlaying envelope 1, 2 detachably joined over inner abutting surfaces 1A, 2A. One of the envelopes 2A has lateral dimensions to encase the four fing... | 11/14/2000 |
| 6117119 | Gelatinous body protection article having a therapeutic additive The present invention is directed to a vitamin additive such as Vitamin A, B12, C, D, E, incorporated into the thermoplastic material of a sock, glove or like body protection article. The thermoplastic material is preferably a block copolymer s... | 09/12/2000 |
| 6053898 | Medication dispensing system A medication dispensing system and method utilizing a hollow ring applicator disposed on a therapist's finger for receiving medicated and non-medicated fluids, lotions and gels from a reservoir to be disposed onto a patient by manual contact by the therap... | 04/25/2000 |
| 5965276 | Method of forming a membrane especially a latex or polymer membrane including multiple discrete layers Single and multiple layer membranes such as gloves and condoms include one or more deactivating barrier layers and/or indicating layers to indicate to a user membrane breach or the presence of a harmful substance in blood or body fluids. A membrane may in... | 10/12/1999 |
| 5891116 | Hot wax skin treatment A hot wax system for conditioning one's hands that includes a wax that is meltable at a temperature below that which would be harmful to one's skin. The molten wax is placed into an elastic glove that is stretchable to at least 150% of its original length... | 04/06/1999 |
| 5881386 | Flexible polyvinyl chloride article and method of making A two layer flexible article includes a first layer of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and a second layer of polyester polyurethane which incorporates a texturizing agent. The article preferably is a glove formed by the method of dipping a hand shaped form into ... | 03/16/1999 |
| 5881387 | Surgeon's gloves from neoprene copolymers Certain neoprene copolymers make it possible to manufacture surgeon's gloves and Swanz-Ganz balloons having improved properties.... | 03/16/1999 |
| 5804628 | Elastomer film, process for its preparation and its applications Elastomer films in which active chemical substances such as anticorrosive agents, lubricants or medications such as biocides are uniformly dispersed in the form of liquid droplets, process for their preparation and their applications. Stable emulsions com... | 09/08/1998 |
| 5795314 | Therapeutic fingernail treatment device A therapeutic fingernail treatment device which injects active ingredients via a specially-designed nozzle, to remedy fingernail fungus infections. In a preferred embodiment, the device is constructed as a spray nozzle which attaches to the fingernail, an... | 08/18/1998 |
| 5777004 | Method of neutralizing protein allergens in natural rubber latex product formed thereby Disclosed is a method of treating natural rubber latex with protease and peptidase enzymes whereby protein allergens contained within the latex are degraded so as to be rendered non-allergenic to humans. The protein allergen-free natural rubber latex prod... | 07/07/1998 |
| 5643232 | PAP smear glove A glove for performing pap smear cell sampling is provided having a tapered surgical glove, with a tapered, feathered, or brush-like tip projecting from the index finger. The projection can have a variety of configurations, such as a cyto brush applique a... | 07/01/1997 |
| 5484913 | Calcium-modified oxidized cellulose hemostat A calcium-modified oxidized cellulose hemostat provides faster hemostasis than does either unmodified or sodium- or potassium-modified oxidized cellulose. The percentage by weight of calcium in the modified oxidized cellulose must be in a range between ab... | 01/16/1996 |
| 5356397 | Applicator mitt The present invention relates to an applicator for dispensing dentifrice for example, the mitt being formed from a folded and heat sealed strip packaged in a protective heat sealed pouch.... | 10/18/1994 |
| 5346892 | Absorbable dusting powder derived from reduced-protein modified starch Absorbable dusting powders suitable for medical, consumer and industrial applications such as lubricating gloves and medical apparatus are prepared by treating starch with a hypochlorite to remove protein and oxidize some of the hydroxyl groups. The modif... | 09/13/1994 |
| 5335373 | Protective medical gloves and methods for their use A protective medical glove containing a liquid antiseptic composition and methods for its use are disclosed. The flexible glove comprises at least a thin inner layer and at least a thin outer layer of material; the outer layer is preferably the more elast... | 08/09/1994 |
| 5328449 | Wound dressing for the hands A medical glove or dressing for covering a wound, lesion, burn or similar injury to the hand is disclosed. The glove comprises a back portion, a palm portion and thumb and finger portions with adjustable opening and closure means for easy insertion of the... | 07/12/1994 |
