Marcela N Desiderio

US Patent:

8277940, Oct 2, 2012

Filed:

Jun 18, 2009

Appl. No.:

12/456488

Inventors:

Marcela N. Desiderio - Bedminster NJ, US
Ernest D. Buff - Far Hills NJ, US

International Classification:

B32B 5/16
B32B 9/04
B32B 3/10
B05D 7/04
B05D 5/10
B32B 3/12
B32B 3/24
B32B 3/30
B32B 37/00

US Classification:

428354, 428 68, 428131, 428137, 428138, 428156, 428166, 428172, 428174, 428178, 4281951, 428220, 428343, 428355 R, 428905, 602 41, 602 42, 602 52, 602 54, 602 58, 602 59, 156145

Abstract:

A scent emitting patch remains securely attached to the skin of a wearer and is appointed for controlled release of scents. The patch is constructed having an external top layer and backing layer with a skin-contacting portion. The skin-contacting segment contains an adhesive. At least one reservoir comprising pockets or microcapsules containing a scent is disposed in at least one portion of the backing layer. These pockets or microcapsules are operative to rupture upon application of pressure or scratching by the patch wearer. Upon rupture, scent is delivered to the skin to emit aroma. Pockets containing the scent are formed in the backing layer. Microcapsules, if present, are preferably incorporated in the adhesive. A plethora of aromas are provided in the form of a perfume or cologne and correlating shapes can be used to form the patch. Scent is released at the skin-contact interface when pressure is applied ruptures the pockets or microcapsules, permitting controlled release at the wearer's election.

US Patent:

20110106227, May 5, 2011

Filed:

Oct 30, 2009

Appl. No.:

12/589919

Inventors:

Marcela N. Desiderio - Bedminster NJ, US
Ernest D. Buff - Far Hills NJ, US

International Classification:

A61F 7/00

US Classification:

607111

Abstract:

A bracelet and wrap having therapeutic properties is worn on a child's injured or sensitive wrist to facilitate healing and/or provide cold/warm treatment. The therapeutic bracelet and warp include a central portion having an internal chamber for receiving and housing a treatment pack. The therapeutic bracelet and warp further include first and second straps including mating fastener means attached to said central portion for securing the bracelet on the child's wrist. The therapeutic pack is appointed to either be a cold treatment pack or a hot treatment pack, depending on the type of treatment needed. Preferably, the treatment pack includes a transparent top wall and a liquid having a plurality of shapes suspended therein. In turn, the central portion's top side is constructed of a transparent material so that the shapes are visible. The therapeutic bracelet and wrap is appointed to be worn on an injury to facilitate healing while providing style, entertainment and distraction to the wearer.

US Patent:

20110232137, Sep 29, 2011

Filed:

Jun 14, 2010

Appl. No.:

12/802782

Inventors:

Marcela N. Desiderio - Bedminster NJ, US
Ernest D. Buff - Far Hills NJ, US

International Classification:

A43B 13/22
A43D 11/00

US Classification:

36 72 B, 12142 Q

Abstract:

A heel repair/protective kit carried in a women's purse or handbag contains one or more cup members designed to be slipped onto the heel stem tip of a high-heel shoe. The cup member is composed of elastic material that fits snugly over the heel stem tip, covering a chipped or broken tip surface. The cup members may extend partway up the heel stem, and may contain decorative elements such as gems, rhinestones, studs and the like. The kit may additionally contain one or more sheets having a plurality of peel-and-stick patches of various sizes, colors, and shapes. These peel-and-stick patches may be applied to the heel stem and the sides or front of the shoe sole to cover up scuffs and scratches, and provide a decorative appearance that protects the sides, front or heel stem from further damage. The patches are composed of cloth, polymeric sheets or metallic foils having a stretch-release adhesive backing. The heel protection kit fixes high-heel shoe damages in an efficient, reliable manner. On-the-fly repair is readily effected, affording continuous usage without need for tools or shoe repair personnel.

US Patent:

20130078421, Mar 28, 2013

Filed:

Aug 30, 2012

Appl. No.:

13/573194

Inventors:

Marcela N. Desiderio - Bedminster NJ, US
Ernest D. Buff - Far Hills NJ, US

International Classification:

A61F 13/00
B05D 5/10
B32B 3/06
B32B 3/18
B32B 3/26

US Classification:

428138, 428343, 428355 CP, 428355 AC, 602 54, 4272071

Abstract:

A scent emitting patch remains securely attached to the skin of a wearer. The patch has an external top layer and backing layer with a skin-contacting portion. The skin-contacting segment contains an adhesive. At least one reservoir comprising pockets or microcapsules containing a scent is disposed in at least one portion of the backing layer. These pockets or microcapsules are operative to rupture upon application of pressure or scratching by the patch wearer. Upon rupture, scent is delivered to the skin to emit aroma. Pockets containing the scent are formed in the backing layer. Microcapsules, if present, are preferably incorporated in the adhesive. Scent is released at the skin-contact interface when pressure is applied to rupture the pockets or microcapsules, permitting controlled release at the wearer's election.