Vacuum assisted systems and methods for grooming hair
US9713370B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 2, 2015 |
| Grant date | Jul 25, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 2, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA45D20/12
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
In one embodiment disclosed herein, a hair grooming system includes a vacuum canister, a hose, and a hand-held unit. The hose is secured to and in fluid communication with the vacuum canister and the hand-held unit. The hand-held unit includes a vacuum chamber. A mechanism for creating a vacuum is positioned in the vacuum canister, and the vacuum is communicated to the vacuum chamber by the hose. The system can further include a heating element and a fan arranged to heat air and move the air into the vacuum chamber. In one embodiment disclosed herein, a method for grooming hair includes the steps of placing a section of hair into a vacuum chamber; drawing a vacuum to remove excess water from the hair; and applying heated air to the section of hair.
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