Preloaded cosmetic applicators

Abstract

A cosmetic sampler used for both the application of a cosmetic product and for the subsequent blending of the applied cosmetic product is disclosed. The cosmetic sampler is comprised of an applicator formed of a shaft with two opposing end sections. One of the end sections is coated (preferably saturated or impregnated) with at least one desired cosmetic product, for example eye shadow and/or face powder, while the other end section is clean and uncontaminated. An applicator that contains a pre-loaded cosmetic product (such as lipstick) on an end of the applicator, and that further comprises a top that is used to cover the sample cosmetic product and to also reverse to go on the other end to extend the handle is also disclosed. A preloaded applicator that contains a cosmetic product (such as powder) already on/in the surface of the applicator and that is also contained in a clear top pouch or bag is further disclosed.

1 . A cosmetic sampler, comprising:
 a shaft; and   a first end and an opposing second end, the first and second ends being attached to the shaft, wherein one of the first and second ends comprises at least two surfaces provided with at least two different cosmetic products.   
     
     
         2 . The cosmetic sampler of  claim 1 , wherein the other of the first and second ends is uncontaminated to allow blending of the at least two different cosmetic products. 
     
     
         3 . The cosmetic sampler of  claim 1 , wherein the at least two different cosmetic products are selected from the group consisting of eye shadow, powder, cream, lipstick, fragrance, lotion and pharmaceutical. 
     
     
         4 . The cosmetic sampler of  claim 1 , wherein the at least two different cosmetic products comprise a solid or semi-solid formulation. 
     
     
         5 . The cosmetic sampler of  claim 1 , wherein the at least two surfaces comprise two surfaces, each of the two surfaces being impregnated with a different shade of an eye shadow. 
     
     
         6 . The cosmetic sampler of  claim 1 , wherein the sampler is packaged in a pouch. 
     
     
         7 . The cosmetic sampler of  claim 1 , wherein the sampler is packaged in a wrap selected from the group consisting of cellophane, metallized film, aluminum foil, clear thermoform, moisture-impermeable paper, moisture-resistant paper, laminates and plastic. 
     
     
         8 . The cosmetic sampler of  claim 1 , wherein the first and second opposing ends are independently formed of a material selected from the group consisting of foam, non woven, membrane, flock, felt, paper, sponge and bristles. 
     
     
         9 . A cosmetic sampler assembly, comprising:
 a plurality of disposable cosmetic samplers, each of the samplers comprising an applicator having a shaft, a first end section and a second opposing end section, wherein one of the first and second end sections is coated with at least a first and a second cosmetic product; and   a packaging assembly comprising a plurality of individual compartments, each individual compartment housing each of the plurality of disposable cosmetic samplers.   
     
     
         10 . The cosmetic sampler assembly of  claim 9 , wherein the first and second cosmetic product is selected from the group consisting of eye shadow, powder, cream, lipstick, fragrance, lotion and pharmaceutical. 
     
     
         11 . The cosmetic sampler assembly of  claim 9 , wherein each individual compartment of the packaging assembly comprises a clear window and a graphic imprint portion. 
     
     
         12 . A cosmetic applicator assembly, comprising:
 an applicator body having a proximal end connected to a handle portion, and a distal end with a cosmetic product provided thereon; and   a top configured to cover the distal end and the cosmetic product of the applicator body when in a first position, and to extend the handle portion of the applicator body at the proximal end when in a second position.   
     
     
         13 . The cosmetic applicator assembly of  claim 12 , wherein the top has a substantially cylindrical configuration. 
     
     
         14 . The cosmetic applicator assembly of  claim 12 , wherein the top is clear. 
     
     
         15 . The cosmetic applicator assembly of  claim 12 , wherein the cosmetic product is selected from the group consisting of eye shadow, powder, cream, lipstick, fragrance, lotion and pharmaceutical. 
     
     
         16 . The cosmetic applicator assembly of  claim 12 , wherein the top has a length which is about similar to the length of the applicator body. 
     
     
         17 . The cosmetic applicator assembly of  claim 12 , wherein the total length of the assembly, when the top is in the second position, is about twice the length of the applicator body. 
     
     
         18 . The cosmetic applicator assembly of  claim 12 , wherein the assembly is disposable. 
     
     
         19 . A cosmetic applicator assembly, comprising:
 at least one disposable pre-loaded applicator having a cosmetic product provided thereon or at least partially contained within; and   a tear open package for encapsulating the at least one pre-loaded applicator to prevent contamination of the cosmetic product.   
     
     
         20 . The cosmetic applicator assembly of  claim 19 , wherein the tear open package is a clear top bag and the cosmetic product is face powder, baby powder, blush or cream. 
     
     
         21 . The cosmetic applicator assembly of  claim 19 , wherein the applicator is a sponge applicator. 
     
     
         22 . The cosmetic applicator assembly of  claim 19 , wherein the applicator comprises a material selected from the group consisting of sponge, foam, non woven, membrane, flock, felt, paper and bristles. 
     
     
         23 . The cosmetic applicator assembly of  claim 19 , wherein the pre-loaded applicator is provided in the tear open package adjacent a cosmetic sampler. 
     
     
         24 . The cosmetic applicator assembly of  claim 23 , wherein the cosmetic sampler comprises a shaft, a first end, and an opposing second end, the first and second ends being attached to the shaft, wherein one of the first and second ends comprises at least two surfaces provided with at least two different cosmetic products.