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Body scrubbing deviceRelated Patent Categories: Brushing, Scrubbing, And General Cleaning, Implements, Fabric, Wiper, Dauber, Or Polisher, Mitts, Cots, And ShoesBody scrubbing device description/claimsThe Patent Description & Claims data below is from USPTO Patent Application 20070039116, Body scrubbing device. Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims
CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION [0001] This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 60/708,872, filed Aug. 17, 2005. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] The present invention relates to body scrubbing devices, more particularly, a body scrubbing device that provides a plurality of cleansing materials for thorough cleansing of the skin. [0003] Body scrubbing devices have been used throughout time to permit a person to thoroughly cleanse his or her skin. The most basic of body scrubbing devices is the washcloth, which is typically made of a terry cloth material. Individuals wrap a bar of soap within the washcloth, wet the wash cloth and place the washcloth with bar soap on his or her skin and begin scrubbing. In the alternative, individuals could wet the washcloth and bar of soap and rub the bar of soap against the washcloth so as to leave soap on the washcloth. Then, the user could use the soapy washcloth to scrub the skin. In addition, individuals could also use liquid soap or gel in conjunction with the washcloth in order to cleanse the skin. He or she simply pours or dispenses the soap onto the washcloth and scrubs away. [0004] Over time, various other body scrubbing devices began to infiltrate the market, including loofah sponges and mesh shower sponges. All-natural and porous loofah sponges, which are the dried fibrous fruits of the loofah gourd, provide gentle exfoliation of the skin cells when used for personal hygiene. Mesh shower sponges, which are typically made of a soft nylon material, also provide a for gentle exfoliation of the skin cells. Although the use of the conventional body scrubbing devices effectively cleanses the body, there are some drawbacks. [0005] First, most people hang a used, soapy washcloth in the bath or shower after use as the washcloth retains water. Although the retention of water in the washcloth is beneficial for absorbing soap during use, many baths and showers do not provide adequate light and/or heat so as to dry the washcloth before the next use, thereby forming a hospitable environment for the growth of mold and other bacteria that thrive in moist, dark places. In addition, if the washcloth does dry after use, the washcloth becomes hard and rough as it "hung dry" with soap residue remaining in the washcloth. [0006] Second, although the use of loofahs is environmentally friendly as they are biodegradable, natural and a renewable resource, they are also an excellent breeding ground for bacteria which can cause skin infections in open wounds or acne. Although individuals may rinse out the loofah and hang it outside of the shower for air-drying in order to reduce the amount of bacterial growth, many recommend replacing the loofah every three weeks in order to assure sterility. In addition, loofahs tend to disintegrate after repeated use, which is both messy and frustrating to the user. [0007] Finally, although mesh shower sponges do dry more easily than washcloths or loofahs, many individuals simply do not feel clean after using a mesh sponge as it is difficult to exfoliate one's skin with a such a soft, porous material. [0008] Thus, the need exists for a body scrubbing device which permits one to thoroughly cleanse oneself during a bath or shower, yet easily dries after use so as to not promote bacterial growth. [0009] The relevant prior art includes the following references: TABLE-US-00001 Patent No. (U.S. unless stated otherwise) Inventor Issue/Publication Date 5,915,434 Juarez 06-29-1999 2003/0208871 Osborne 11-13-2003 4,154,542 Rasmason 05-15-1979 6,048,407 Schoch 04-11-2000 6,161,246 Trachtenberg 12-19-2000 4,457,640 Anderson 07-03-1984 4,789,262 Sanchez 12-06-1988 5,671,498 Martin et al. 09-30-1997 Des. 418,954 Ferdenzi 01-11-2000 1,533,732 Frost 04-14-1925 6,016,571 Guzman et al. 01-25-2000 SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION [0010] The primary object of the present invention is to provide a body scrubbing device that permits thorough cleansing of a person's skin. [0011] Another object of the present invention is to provide a body scrubbing device that permits exfoliation of a person's skin. [0012] Another object of the present invention is to provide a body scrubbing device that is durable. [0013] A further object of the present invention is to provide a body scrubbing device that promotes lathering during use. [0014] An even further object of the present invention is to provide a body scrubbing device that may be hung for drying purposes. [0015] The present invention fulfills the above and other objects by providing a body scrubbing device having a plurality of scrubbing elements joined together to form a predetermined shape, preferably a ball shape. The scrubbing elements are preferably mesh and cloth. A rope may be secured to the body scrubbing device so as to easily permit a user to hang the device for drying and storage purposes after use. [0016] An alternate embodiment of the present invention is a body scrubbing device having a plurality of scrubbing elements joined together in the form of another predetermined shape, specifically a mitt or glove. [0017] The above and other objects, features and advantages of the present invention should become even more readily apparent to those skilled in the art upon a reading of the following detailed description in conjunction with the drawings wherein there is shown and described illustrative embodiments of the invention. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS [0018] In the following detailed description, reference will be made to the attached drawings in which: [0019] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a first embodiment of a body scrubbing device of the present invention; [0020] FIG. 2 is a perspective view of a second embodiment of a body scrubbing device of the present invention; Continue reading about Body scrubbing device... 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