On Display: Applicators - For Accurate Application
Natural-Bristle Brushes
Three natural-bristle cosmetics brushes are individually packaged for retail or professional use. The Mini Bronzer has dark, soft, goat- and sable-hair bristles and a domed head for easy brush control. The Buff has dark camel- and squirrel-hair bristles and is designed for applying powders, including bronzers, blush, or mineral-based cosmetics. The Kabuki brush has densely packed, velvety black goat bristles. It can be used for applying loose or pressed mineral-based foundations. Qosmedix, a div. of Qosina, Edgewood, NY.
Ergonomic Designs
Two makeup applicators are designed for accuracy and ease of use. The Ring applicator is held between two fingers. The thumb and forefinger meet in the center of the ring-shaped handle for more-accurate movement and control. The Précis applicator fits onto the forefinger like a thimble. The user's hand can then rest on the face for enhanced stability. Because of its flexibility, the Précis is comfortable on any finger. The two applicators are available with stock or specific tips in a wide variety of materials and shapes. Alcan Packaging Techpack, New York, NY.
Mascara Brush
A mascara brush is made from POM material. It is designed to grant the user more control over the amount of mascara transferred to the eyelashes. To complement the brush, the supplier also offers mascara containers ranging in size from 3.5 to 20 ml. The company also offers containers for lip gloss, lipstick, eyeliner, and nail polish, as well as pouches, airless-pump bottles, foam double-pump bottles, caps, and jars. Decorating, embossing, soft-touching, metallizing, and other services are available. Cool Cosmetic Packaging Inc., Simi Valley, CA.
Makeup and Skincare Applicators
A variety of applicators are available for makeup, skincare, and body-care products. For lip products, flexible tubes can be provided with lip applicators, including doe-foot designs. A miniature lip tube (pictured) is available with three different applicator heads: angle, modified angle, and dome. For eye makeup, a range of mascara brushes is offered, as well as soft-pad eyeshadow applicators. For lip and cheek products, a miniature roll-on ball is available. Larger roll-on balls can be provided for sun and body products. 3C Inc., Hawthorne, NJ.
Pencil Grip
Estée Lauder's Artist's Pencil features a soft-touch grip that is movable, allowing users to determine where it feels most comfortable and providing better control during application. The grip is a biinjection-molded piece. An inner piece, not visible from the outside of the grip, was molded from polypropylene and acts as a frame to support the softer material applied to the outside of the grip. Once the frame was made, it was put into another mold and overmolded with soft Krayton material that gives the grip its soft touch. The entire grip package design was patented by the supplier. Lombardi Design & Manufacturing, Freeport, NY.
Decorative Brush Handle
A cosmetic brush supplier has introduced its newest patent-pending brush design. The brush features a clear acrylic handle, which can display a decorative design inside the plastic. A range of color combinations is available for the handle. The brush's hairs can be made from natural or synthetic fibers. A range of other brush styles is also offered, with brush hairs made from goat or pony hairs, or synthetic Taklon. All brush hairs are animal-cruelty-free. Other cosmetic accessories, such as promotional items and bath accessories, are also available. Anisa International Inc., Atlanta, GA.