On Display--Applicators
Brush System
A full range of makeup brushes, brush organizers, and travel sets offers solutions for cosmetic brush storage and travel concerns. Each brush in the Magnetic Brush System is handcrafted with natural and synthetic hairs and complemented with handles and ferrules accented in a gunmetal finish. For the home, the system can be used to keep brushes accessible and organized, as well as to store double-ended brushes without distorting the shape of either brush head. For travel, the system includes durable hard-sided kits, and magnetic locker sets. Anisa International, Atlanta, GA.
Dial-Up Applicator
A purse-sized applicator tube comes with a cap and choice of tips. A click-dial feature advances the product to the tip for dispensing. It is suitable for glosses, oils, or gels that can be carried anywhere. The company carries a selection of dispensing containers, jars, vials, bottles, and tottles in addition to brushes, swabs, scoops, spoons, and disposables for salons and spas. Qosmedix, Edgewood, NY.
Mascara Brushes
A company offers three new developments in mascara application. The Triad application concept offers multiple performance characteristics in the same delivery system, all within the initial product application. An asymmetrical triangular brush profile incorporates a product feed groove and multiple application surfaces. The feed groove allows for a second application of product within the same sequence. Multiple surfaces within the delivery system offer comfortable product application to both eyes using either hand. HCP Packaging, Shelton, CT.
Applicator Designs
An assortment of sizes, shapes, and designs of applicators are offered for lip gloss, eyeshadow, blush, and makeup applications. The company’s hinge pot has an applicator that slides into the base with a handle that folds over the cover to lock in the cover and base. It also has an automatic loose-powder container that incorporates a sponge applicator that automatically opens for dispensing when the cover is opened. 3C Inc., Hawthorne, NJ.
Elastomer Brush
An elastomer brush combines the convenience of a brush and the separating function of a comb. Molded in red deep-dyed low-density polyethylene, the plastic brush guarantees easy application due to its small burrs. A variety of shapes and colors is possible. The package comes in a two-color combination—red for the deep-dyed polypropylene cap and black for the polypropylene bottle. The bottle is also hot-stamped with a glossy red film. Alcan Packaging Beauty, New York, NY.
Flocked-Tip Applicators
A series of flocked-tip applicators provides more surface area than previous versions for applying a color cosmetic product. The FlexTouch units also feature a soft and flexible feel when applying lip care, eye care, or treatment products, maximizing package and product performance. Risdon International Inc., Watertown, CT.
Cosmetic Brushes
A set of professional quality brushes are 100% hand crafted and made with wool hair. The set includes a brush for applying powder, blush, eyeshadow, eyeliner, and lip color. The products are used to contour and conceal while providing precise application. They come in a soft and sleek carrying case. Arminak & Associates Inc., Azusa, CA.
Dual-Ended Applicator
The inclusion of a dual-ended applicator in an eye makeup package enables the ability to create different looks with the products. The cardboard booklet-style set consists of two pans, one eyeshadow, and one eyeliner. The applicator is made up of a soft eyeshadow applicator on one tip. On the other tip is a sharper, pointed applicator to create more definition and more-dramatic, intense looks from the darker eyeliner shades. HCT Packaging, London, UK.
Lip Applicator Shapes
Applicators are made from soft thermoplastic urethane (TPU) elastomers. The flexible products are available in different degrees of hardness, shapes, and colors. The soft TPUs allow precise application and accurate color definition. The units can be used in almost all available packages. A flocked version is offered as well. GEKA, Bechhofen, Germany.
Single-Use Tubular Delivery Systems
A company offers three types of single-use tubular delivery systems. Standard swabs are used for water-based formulas, XPress tips are for viscous formulas, and Nu Tips are for formulas containing ingredients that easily evaporate. Customized delivery systems are available, and the company continuously updates its products to meet the needs of its customers. SwabPlus Inc., Rancho Cucamonga, CA.
Nail Polish and Treatment in One Package
An applicator enables the user to carry both color polish and a treatment item for the fingernails in one package. The consumer can apply nail hardener or a fast-dry application from the same package as the color itself. The product uses a cap that allows for two bottles to be joined at a middle cap. Arrowpak, Richmond Hill, NY.
Brushes
Through its Priminter division, a firm has had 25 years of experience creating brushes for powder, blush, foundation, concealer, liners, eye shadow, and lip products. Brushes feature a range of materials, from high-quality goat hair to pony or sable hair. Qualipac America, Wayne, NJ.