Cleaning the nose is a daily hygiene task, but current methods—like using fingers or tissues—are ineffective, unsafe, and unhygienic. Fingers can damage sensitive nasal tissues and introduce bacteria, while tissues struggle to remove sticky or dry mucus and may leave behind fibres that irritate the nose or cause infection.
The Solution
This invention introduces a compact, motorized nasal washer that gently rotates a spiral-shaped cotton swab (wet or dry) to clean nasal mucus effectively. The device is stored and charged in a specially designed compartment that also holds spare swabs. The washer is easy to use, hygienic, and portable, with user-friendly features like a button-activated motor and automatic swab ejection.
Inventive Step
Unlike manual tools or simple irrigation devices, this product integrates a rotating, powered swab mechanism within a reusable, rechargeable handheld unit. Its innovative spiral cotton swab design enhances mucus removal, and the smart storage compartment doubles as a charging dock—ensuring it's always ready for use and eliminating common problems like battery failure or dirty tools.
Benefits
- Hygienic: Eliminates the need to touch the nose with fingers or paper.
- Safe: Reduces risk of injury and cross-infection.
- Effective: Spiral swabs pick up all types of mucus, even stubborn dried bits.
- Portable: All-in-one device with built-in charger and swab storage.
- User-friendly: Simple assembly, long battery life (800+ uses per charge), and quick ejection of used swabs.
Broader Impact
This device promotes better personal hygiene and health, especially for children, the elderly, and individuals prone to allergies or colds. It reduces tissue waste, increases cleanliness, and could be adopted in households, schools, and medical settings to support improved respiratory care in a sustainable, user-friendly way.