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Tag Archives: Hygiene

Secure Aluminum Toothbrush Case Doesn’t Over Do It

By Andrew Liszewski on 02/23/10 • 6 Comments

Secure Aluminum Toothbrush Case (Images courtesy Dominic Wilcox)
By Andrew Liszewski

When you’re traveling you don’t want anything happening to your toothbrush, since it’s one of the few items you stick in your mouth. So in my humble opinion, no amount of protection is too much. Not even this case, created by Dominic Wilcox, which is hewn from a solid piece of aluminum with brass hinges and a convenient carrying handle. Sure, it will probably push your luggage over the weight limit, but overage fees are totally worth the peace of mind knowing your toothbrush is safe and secure.

[ Secure Aluminum Toothbrush Case ] VIA [ Interior design room ]

Self-Standing Floor Mop Defies All We Know About Physics And Kitchen Hygiene

By Andrew Liszewski on 01/18/10 • 5 Comments

Magic Click Floor Mop (Image courtesy Pro-Idee)
By Andrew Liszewski

Anyone who’s had at least a couple of high school science classes is familiar with Newton’s laws of motion, but just in case you’ve forgotten, here’s a quick refresher.

First Law: “An object in motion will stay in motion and an object at rest will stay at rest unless acted upon by an external force” or “A body persists in a state of uniform motion or of rest unless acted upon by an external force.”
Second Law: “Force equals mass times acceleration” or “F = ma.”
Third Law: “To every action there is an equal and opposite reaction.”
Fourth Law: “An unattended mop will always fall over.”

So now that you’re back up to speed you can understand my complete amazement and awe at this floor mop that seems to laugh in the face of Newton’s oft contended and regularly disputed fourth law of motion. According to the Pro-Idee website this mop will automatically lock when the handle is placed in the vertical position and is guaranteed to never fall over thanks to magnets or wormholes or something. Unfortunately innovation doesn’t come cheap, so those of you who like to live on the bleeding edge of technology are going to have to pay upwards of $60 (£35.50) for this modern marvel of science and spill management.

[ Pro-Idee - “Magic Click” Floor Mop ]

Sanicare Travel Bidet

By Andrew Liszewski on 10/29/09 • 15 Comments

Sanicare Travel Bidet (Image courtesy Sanicare)By Andrew Liszewski

Believe it or not, in some parts of the world you just can’t find a bidet when you need one. Thankfully the Travel Bidet from Sanicare (which absolutely should never be mistaken for a product from Sonicare who makes toothbrushes) can be used whether you’re sitting in an airplane lavatory at 30,000 feet, or simply squatting in the forest.

A small reservoir can be filled with water as needed, and it comes with 3 different spray heads depending on what you intend to clean. The pump is powered by a single AAA battery which is included, and you can get it directly from Sanicare for $39.95.

[ Sanicare Travel Bidet ] VIA [ The Red Ferret Journal ]

OhGizmo! Review – Oral-B Triumph Electric Toothbrush With Wireless SmartGuide

By Andrew Liszewski on 04/28/09 • 4 Comments

Oral-B Triumph Electric Toothbrush With Wireless SmartGuide (Image property of OhGizmo!)
By Andrew Liszewski

Once a privilege only enjoyed by kings, presidents and software magnates, electric toothbrushes have come down in price over the years to the point where you can now pick up a basic model for around $10. However, those looking to pimp out their bathroom with the latest in high-tech gear will be happy to know that there are still electric toothbrushes on the market that cost well over a Benjamin. Like the Oral-B Triumph for example, which currently sits at the top of the heap when it comes to consumer-level dental care. But is it worth the investment? Check out my full review after the jump for those answers, and more!

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Wireless Dental Camera

By Andrew Liszewski on 02/23/09 • 7 Comments

Wireless Dental Camera (Images courtesy Chinavasion)
By Andrew Liszewski

Even though you faithfully brush your teeth every morning and night, are you really sure your pearly whites and gums are in perfect health? A weekly trip to the dentist would answer those questions, but so would this considerably more affordable wireless dental cam. The toothbrush-shaped device features a 1.3MP camera that transmits the images of your mouth to a 2.4GHz wireless receiver which can be connected to a TV or a PC for closer examination. A set of 6 white LEDs around the lens should provide ample light no matter what time of day you go exploring, but keep in mind the transmission range is limited to about 33 feet. Also, it only comes in a PAL version, so sorry North America, Japan and the rest of the NTSC-only countries.

The Wireless Dental Camera is available from Chinavasion for just over $100.

[ Wireless Dental Camera ] VIA [ Gear Diary ]

PureCart Shopping Cart Purification System

By Andrew Liszewski on 09/15/08 • 26 Comments

PureCart Purification System (Image courtesy PureCart Systems)By Andrew Liszewski

I’m far from being a germophobe, but when wandering through the grocery store I can’t help but wonder what micro-organisms might be living on the handle of my shopping cart. Well according to the PureCart Systems website, the average shopping cart handle actually has upwards of a million germs on it, which could lead to sickness, death or just a really icky feeling. And that’s why their PureCart System actually seems like a pretty good idea.

Instead of providing shoppers with disinfectant wipes that are really only ever used to clean the handle and maybe the child seat, the PureCart System uses an FDA and EPS approved quick-drying sanitizing solution to quickly clean the entire cart. Sanitizing a cart is as easy as pushing it through the cleaning station where the solution is automatically sprayed on, and for non-wheeled items like a basket or a child seat a wand is also provided to make purifying them just as easy. The system supposedly only costs the store about 1 to 2 cents per cart once installed, and would no doubt help them lure that lucrative obsessive-compulsive crowd.

[ PureCart Systems ] VIA [ Retail Design Diva ]

Men’s Extended Reach Body Hair Groomer

By Andrew Liszewski on 09/15/08 • Leave a comment!

Men's Extended Reach Body Hair Groomer (Image courtesy Hammacher Schlemmer)
By Andrew Liszewski

I’m sure there has to be some country on Earth where back hair is considered to be an attractive trait, but it’s not here in North America. So if you’d like to avoid being mistaken for a gorilla when you go out in public you can pick up this Extended Reach Body Hair Groomer from Hammacher Schlemmer for $49.95. Not only is it designed to deal with the contours of your armpits, shoulders and legs, but it features a hinged handle that can extend up to 3 inches allowing you to better reach the middle of your back. On a single 8 hour charge the cordless shaver will run for about half an hour, and it also features a water-resistant housing allowing you to even use it while in the shower.

[ Men's Extended Reach Body Hair Groomer ] VIA [ Coolest Gadgets ]

Dyson DC16 Handheld Vacuum For Pet Lovers

By Andrew Liszewski on 09/02/08 • 5 Comments

Dyson DC16 Animal Handheld (Image courtesy Dyson)
By Andrew Liszewski

I know there’s a lot of hype surrounding them, but if you’re in the market for a new vacuum cleaner I can’t recommend the Dyson models enough. Their upright ‘Animal’ model has particularly impressed me when it comes to battling a golden retriever who seems to shed and regrow his coat every 4 to 6 hours. Unfortunately though the upright model isn’t incredibly portable, and if you’re battling pet hair in your house, there’s a good chance you’re waging the same war in your car which is why Dyson has also introduced an ‘Animal’ version of their handheld DC16 line. (Also known as the Root 6 in North America.)

What sets the Animal version apart from the other Root 6 models is a motorized brushbar attachment that basically ‘scrubs’ the pet hair off of fabrics and other upholstery. But like with the other handheld Dyson vacuums, the amazing suction power means you only get about 6 minutes of battery life. However, they do apparently recharge up to 3 times faster than their competitor’s models, which is great because I don’t anyone who can’t wait to clean. The Root 6 Animal is available directly from Dyson for $199.99.

[ Dyson DC16 Animal Handheld ] VIA [ Shiny Shiny ]

GoBidet Adapter Works With Regular Toilets

By Andrew Liszewski on 08/04/08 • 4 Comments

GoBidet (Images courtesy Cool Tools)
By Andrew Liszewski

I’ve never used a bidet, and to be quite honest, I wouldn’t be that upset if I lived my entire life without having had that experience. But if you enjoy the bidet experience, and don’t want to drop thousands of dollars on a fancy new toilet, the GoBidet’s got you covered. (I’m sure there’s a joke in there somewhere.) It can be affixed to your existing toilet and features an adjustable arm that can be strategically aimed and even swung in and out of position as needed. The easiest installation option allows you to connect the GoBidet’s water pipe directly to your toilet, but that only provides you with cold water, which could take some getting used to. If you want hot water as well you’ll need to run an extra pipe or hose to the water hookups under the bathroom sink, which is a bit more complicated. With a price tag of around $130 (depending on where you buy it) the GoBidet seems like an affordable way to live a life of luxury.

[ GoBidet ] VIA [ Kevin Kelly's Cool Tools ]

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