WO2001028429A1 - An apparatus for variable micro abrasion of human tissue and/or hides using different size and types of abrasive particles - Google Patents
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- C—CHEMISTRY; METALLURGY
- C14—SKINS; HIDES; PELTS; LEATHER
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- B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
- B24—GRINDING; POLISHING
- B24C—ABRASIVE OR RELATED BLASTING WITH PARTICULATE MATERIAL
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- An apparatus for variable micro abrasion of human tissue and/or hides using different size and types of abrasive particles is provided.
- the present invention relates to an apparatus and method for variable micro-abrasion using abrasive particles of different sizes and/or type.
- Apparatus for making micro-abrasions particularly for cosmetic, medical or therapeutic treatment of human tissue such as the removal of scars and other skin blemishes are known.
- these apparatus may be used to treat hide or other similar type of materials, which require fine abrasion to remove particular attributes.
- these apparatus are used to remove scars and other blemishes by removing surface skin layers by the use of abrasive particles or particles.
- the particles are generally driven by a pneumatic source, such as a vacuum source.
- a pneumatic source such as a vacuum source.
- a vacuum source such as a vacuum source.
- Such an apparatus includes a vacuum pump connected in series by tubes to a recovery container, a handle and a supply container housing abrasive particles.
- the handle includes an aperture which when positioned on a surface to be treated prevents any external air for entering the tubes and causes the vacuum pump to draw particles from the supply container through the handle and into the recovery container. Whilst passing through the handle the particles (or particles) impinge on the surface causing an abrasive action. The particles are then sucked into the recovery container where filters ensure that the particles remain in the recovery container.
- the flow of particles depends on the flow of air through the apparatus. Initially air is drawn into the apparatus through the aperture. When the aperture is positioned against a surface to be treated then the handle becomes effectively sealed and air is evacuated from the apparatus leading to a reduction in air pressure. As more and more air is evacuated, the particle flow slows down and may eventually stop requiring the handle to be detached from the surface to allow atmospheric air to flow back into the apparatus. Not only does this lead to loss of treatment time but also the apparatus can, even when the aperture is just placed on the surface, frequently become blocked.
- Various systems to overcome these problems have been proposed, such as a burst of pressurised air to clear the blockages. These systems are not only more complex but cause the particles to spray outwards contaminating the surrounding area. Not only is this a nuisance, but also the fine sand-like particles may constitute a safety hazard.
- patent application PCT/AU98/00936 by the present applicant proposed an apparatus that minimised blockage of the apparatus by using the exhaust port of the vacuum pump to provide a pressurised airflow into the supply container in addition to the suction form the vacuum pump.
- the applicant also proposed an improved hand tool and supply container which substantially overcame these problems.
- the particles To achieve dermabrasion the particles must posses a certain level of abrasiveness. Commonly used in the industry are aluminium oxide particles whose microscopic shape includes sharp points and edges that provide good abrasion against the skin.
- abrasive particles can also leave the skin dry and does not provide the exposed skin with any nourishment or a protective layer.
- micro-abrasion using particles that not only abrade the skin but also treat it at the same time by imparting essential oils, fragrances and other substances.
- an apparatus for providing treatment of a surface such as skin including: a pneumatic source operatively connected to a recovery container and to a hand tool; a plurality of supply containers including particulates; a valve selectively connecting said pneumatic source, recovery container and hand tool to a selected one of said supply containers; whereby in operation said pneumatic source provides for an air flow through the recovery container, hand tool and the selected supply container in communication with same, drawing said particles from the supply container through the hand tool and into the recovery container, said hand tool positioned on a surface to be treated and including an aperture so located that particles passing through said hand tool are caused to impinge on the surface thereby treating it.
- the apparatus includes a plurality of recovery containers whereby each supply container has a corresponding unique recovery container that it is in communication with.
- the apparatus includes a plurality of hand tools each hand tool being associated with a unique supply container.
- each supply container contains different particles.
- the apparatus provides for different supply container providing different particles and where there may be one or more recovery containers that recover those particles for subsequent disposal.
- At least one supply container includes aluminium oxide particles and at least one other supply container includes aluminium oxide particles whose size is on the average greater than those in the other.
- at least one said supply container includes organic type particles.
- organic type particles are made from ground up nut shells chosen from the selection including but not limited to walnut, hazelnut, brazil and almond nut shells or a mixture thereof.
- organic type particles are made from ground up stone fruit kernels chosen from the selection but not limited to peach, apricot, nectarine, peacherine, plum, cherry stones or a mixture thereof.
- the pneumatic source is a vacuum pump.
- the vacuum pump includes a regulator so as to control the air pressure within the apparatus.
- said apparatus further includes a second pneumatic source selectively and operatively connected to another supply container.
- said second pneumatic source is a compressor.
- Preferably said compressor can variably control the air pressure fed into the supply container.
- At least three supply containers each including different particles to assist in treatment of the skin.
- At least some of said particles are coated with fragrant materials.
- At least some of said particles are coated with a colour.
- an apparatus for providing treatment of a surface including: a pneumatic source operatively connected to a recovery container, to a hand tool, and to a supply container said supply container housing organic particulates; whereby in operation said pneumatic source provides for an air flow through the recovery container, hand tool and the supply container in communication with same, drawing said organic particles from the supply container through the hand tool and into the recovery container, the hand tool being positioned on a surface to be treated and including an aperture so located that particles passing through said hand tool are caused to impinge on the surface thereby treating it.
- said organic particles include a surface film pat of which remains in the surface being treated.
- a method of treatment of human skin including directing an airflow including organic particles onto the skin to be treated.
- a method of treating human skin including: using an air flow to carry particles through a hand tool, said hand tool including an aperture which is so located that upon placement on the skin the particles are caused to impinge on it and wherein said particles are organic type particles.
- Figure 1 is a perspective view of a microabrasion apparatus with two different particles that can be used including two supply and recovery assemblies and two pneumatic sources;
- Figure 2 is a schematic representation of the microabrasion apparatus of Figure 1;
- Figure 3 is a schematic representation of a microabrasion apparatus having tow different supply and recovery assemblies but using only one pneumatic source;
- Figure 4 is a schematic representation of a microabrasion apparatus having two different particles but only one recovery container; o
- Figure 5 is a schematic representation of a three supply containers having different particles with only one recovery container.
- Figure 6 is a schematic representation of a microabrasion apparatus using only one particle type such as organic particles with only one pneumatic source.
- an apparatus 10 for making abrasions including a vacuum pump 12 operatively connected in series to either a first assembly including a recovery container 14, a handle 16 and a supply container 18 by tubes 20, or operatively connected to a second assembly including a recovery container 22, a handle 24 and a supply container 26 by tubes 28.
- Switch 30 controls a solenoid that switches the vacuum pump from operatively being connected either to the first or second assembly.
- the vacuum pump is operable by an electric switch and draws air through inlet 34 and exhaust's it through outlet 36.
- Second assembly supply container 26 is provided with particles that are of a different type, for example bigger (heavier), than those found in supply container 18. If the particles are heavier then they of a size so that the same density of particles provides a greater abrasive result. Because the particles are substantially heavier and to provide for a more instant particle flow it is preferably for the second assembly to include a second pneumatic source. Accordingly a compressor 38 is operatively connected to the supply container 26 or to the container that may house the heavier particles.
- the vacuum pump draws air through either one of the assemblies and the corresponding recovery container and handle.
- the handle includes an aperture 40, which is positioned against the surface to be treated, and which then causes air and thus particles to be drawn from the corresponding recovery container. The stream of particles then impinges on the surface against which the aperture is positioned causing micro-abrasions and is subsequently drawn into the recovery container together with any abraded surface debris.
- the switch 30 When a low-level of micro-abrasion is required the switch 30 is operated so that the solenoid operatively connects the vacuum pump in series with the first assembly that in this example houses lighter abrasive particles.
- the vacuum pump provides suction through the recovery container 14, handle 16 and supply container 18.
- the supply container 18 includes an inlet 39 connected to a regulator 42 having an inlet 44 the regulator controlling the amount of air entering the supply container.
- the air entering the supply container aerates the particles, with the magnitude of air flow providing control over the flux or density of particles drawn though the apparatus.
- switch 30 operates the solenoid to operatively connect the vacuum pump 12 in series with the second assembly.
- the supply container 26 of the second assembly as with the first assembly also includes an inlet 40 connected to regulator 42 with an inlet 44.
- the inlet 44 is operatively connected to the compressor 38.
- control switch 46 when the switch 30 operatively connects the vacuum pump with the second assembly, control switch 46, usually a foot control switch, controls the compressor 38 to provide pressure to the supply container 26.
- the foot switch may be a variable switch that variably controls the speed and thus the pressure provided by the compressor.
- An isolation switch 48 can isolate the operation of (or power to) the compressor from switch 46. Similarly isolation switch 32 controls the first pneumatic source or the vacuum pump.
- the vacuum pump includes a suction regulator 50 that controls the suction provided to the apparatus by the vacuum pump 12.
- a vacuum gauge 52 advantageously provides an o
- Filters 56 ensure that the particle flowing from the supply container, through the handle and into the recovery container to not enter the vacuum pump and cause potential damage.
- the recovery containers may also include filter 58 that prevent any particles form passing into the vacuum pump.
- the operator chooses whether they want to use the first assembly or second assembly by operating switch 30.
- the appropriate hand tool is then used with its aperture 40 positioned against a surface to be treated. Air is then drawn or sucked through the appropriate recovery container, handle and the supply container, the amount of suction regulated by regulator 50.
- Regulator 42 that assists in providing aeration of the particles and as discussed in the applicant's earlier application can control the particle flux or density.
- the foot pump When the second assembly is selected by use of switch 30, the foot pump is activated that allows the operator to provide pressurised air to the supply container 26, which can also be controlled by regulator 42. It is however to be understood that the regulators are not essential to the working of the invention and the compressor may simply be turned off and on by the use of the foot switch. However, to provide for fine adjustment of the particle flux or density it is advantageous to have the regulators present.
- the supply and recovery container may include quick-release lids 60 allowing access into the containers.
- the recovery and the supply container may include projections 62 adapted to engage holding bores 64 on the apparatus.
- Timer 66 can assist the operator in keeping a track of time that the machine has been used for. Although not shown, the times could be electrically connected to the pneumatic sources so that the apparatus turns off after a pre-determined amount of time. Thus one can see that the present dual bottle apparatus provides for a hitherto unknown range of micro-abrasion properties by providing for different size particles that provide different degrees of micro-abrasions.
- FIG. 3 there is shown an apparatus that incudes two assemblies, that is two supply and recovery container, but only one pneumatic source.
- valves 70 and 72 that are adapted to operate in tandem and that control the coupling of the pneumatic source with the relevant supply and recovery containers.
- the vacuum pump 12 is either connected so as to provide a pneumatic source to recovery container 14, handle 16 and supply container 18 or alternatively to supply recovery container 22, handle 24 and supply container 26.
- the vacuum source in the embodiment also includes two regulators 74 and 76 that control exposure to the inlet 78 and outlet 80 of the vacuum pump.
- a meter 82 may also be present to provide and indication to the operator of the air pressure within the system. The meter can be isolated by valve 82. Filter 56 filters out any particulate matter form entering the vacuum pump.
- ground up nutshells such as walnut shells. These ground up or pulverized shells can sufficiently dry not to cause blocking in the tubes of a micro-dermabrasion apparatus and yet still have levels of oils and other substances that are left as a residue against the skin on which they are impacted. .
- a person who wishes to be treated by a certain organic material due to certain properties of that material may choose to have that material prepared in granular form and dried to be used in a micro-dermabrasion apparatus. In this way the skin may e slightly abraded at the same time providing treatment by that organic material to the satisfaction of the consumer.
- aluminium oxide particles such as aluminium oxide.
- organic material that may not be abrasive, one achieves not only good abrasion but also simultaneous treatment of the skin.
- micro-dermabrasion machine including:
- Container 90 may house standard aluminium oxide particles 92
- supply container 94 may house organically coated aluminium oxide particles 96 whist supply container 98 may house organic particles 100.
- a supply container can be chosen to be in communication with handle 102 and recovery container 104 by the use of valve 106 that controls air flow into the respective supply container and valve 108 that than connects that supply container to the handle 102 and recovery container 104. . .
- micro-dermabrasion apparatus may need to be modified to accommodate organic particles. This may include the dimensions of the tubes, airflow as well as the size of the handle and aperture. Further, the supply and collection containers may also need to be modified.
- an apparatus such as that shown in Figure 6 may only have one supply container 18 and recovery container 14 and only one pneumatic source 12. To use different particles, the supply container can simply be replaced at the operator's discretion.
- the organic particles may not only contain essential oils but they may also contain fragrances that on impact with the skin impart some of those properties.
- abrasive particles may provide a mixture of abrasive particles and fragrant particles where the end result is that the abrasive particles abrade the skin whilst the fragrant articles impart the fragrances to the skin.
- the apparatus contains separate abrasive and fragrant particles and that a user is firstly treated with the highly abrasive particles and subsequently with the organic ones that assist in leaving a residual layer on the skin.
- a micro-dermabrasion operator may provide the consumer with a choice of mixing various abrasive particles or particles with various oils/fragrance particles which are then used in the skin treatment, Of course, great care needs to be taken to ensure that the particle do not become too wet whereupon they will not be able to move freely through the apparatus but will stick to the container and the various tubes.
- the impacted skin therefore not only receives the benefits of micro-dermabrasion but also interaction with the abrasive particles, which leaves the skin with residual properties of the substance.
- the present invention teaches the use of organic or organic coated particles together with an apparatus that can accommodate one or more different supply containers that may require one or more recovery containers as well as one or more pneumatic sources. This provides for a hitherto unavailable choice in the treatment of skin both for cosmetic and medical purposes.
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