CN117082995A

CN117082995A - Device for storing and applying products

Info

Publication number: CN117082995A
Application number: CN202280025799.2A
Authority: CN
Inventors: A·莱昂纳德
Original assignee: LOreal SA
Current assignee: LOreal SA
Priority date: 2021-03-29
Filing date: 2022-03-22
Publication date: 2023-11-17
Also published as: JP2022152432A

Abstract

The invention relates to a device (10) for storing and applying products (P). The device (10) comprises (i) an applicator (100) for applying a product (P), the applicator comprising: a shank (110) having a longitudinal central axis (X) ₁ ) The method comprises the steps of carrying out a first treatment on the surface of the And an applicator tip (120) mounted on the distal end (110 a) of the handle (110). The device (10) further comprises (ii) a container (200) for storing the product (P), comprising: longitudinal central axis (X) ₂ ) The method comprises the steps of carrying out a first treatment on the surface of the A top opening (210) orthogonal to the longitudinal central axis (X ₂ ) The method comprises the steps of carrying out a first treatment on the surface of the A tubular peripheral wall (220) defining a top opening (210); and a bottom (230) facing the top opening (210) and closingThe lower end of the tubular peripheral wall (220). The tubular peripheral wall (220) and the bottom (230) together define a space (V) for storing the product (P). The applicator (100) and the container (200) are configured to: (i) Can be coupled to each other such that the applicator tip (120) is located in the space (V) of the container (200) and the applicator (100) seals the container (200); and (ii) are separable from each other so that the applicator (100) can be used to apply the product (P) with the applicator tip (120). The container (200) further comprises a longitudinal central axis (X) from the tubular peripheral wall (220) towards the container (200) ₂ ) An inwardly projecting wiper (240).

Description

Device for storing and applying products

Technical Field

The invention relates to a device for storing and applying products, in particular cosmetic products or cosmetic formulations. More particularly, the present invention relates to a device to be used by a user to apply a product (in particular a cosmetic product or a cosmetic formulation product) stored in the device to a desired location, in particular to the user's own body or to another person's body.

In the present description, the term "cosmetic formulation" is understood to mean a formulation defined in the european meeting and council regulations 1223/2009 issued 11, 30, 2009, which relates to cosmetic formulations.

Background

Eye ointment is broadly classified into powder type, pencil type, liquid type and gel type. Among them, liquid type eyeliner is most preferable for reasons such as having good gloss and excellent coloring, enabling a user to freely draw thick or thin lines, and easy use on a small body part.

Typically, pen applicators are used to apply liquid eyeliner. Such applicators typically include an elongated handle and an applicator tip mounted at a distal end thereof. The elongated stem has a chamber therein and the chamber is filled with liquid eyeliner (also referred to as "eyeliner ink"). An appropriate amount of liquid eyeliner in the chamber is supplied to the applicator tip via the liquid eyeliner delivery member.

However, these prior applicators have the disadvantage that they are not capable of handling liquid eyeliner containing large particles or sparkling particles. This is because large particles or sparkling particles cannot be transported by the liquid eyeliner transport member. Thus, another type of applicator (device) has been proposed in which the applicator tip is immersed in the liquid eye-liner paste stored in the container prior to use, so that a suitable amount of liquid eye-liner paste is adhered to the applicator tip.

With such an applicator, the above-mentioned drawbacks are eliminated. However, such submerged-type applicators have the problem of inconvenient storage and portability because they require a container in which the liquid eyeliner is stored. Thus, there is a need for a compact immersion type applicator (device) that is as easy to store and carry as existing slim pen type applicators.

Conventional techniques which are considered to be relevant to the present invention are disclosed in, for example, WO2020/043816, WO2019/045224, KR20-0488671, US10278476, US10499720, US4974980 and US 5054946. WO2020/043816 discloses an applicator for applying a cosmetic product comprising a grip cap and an applicator element. WO2019/045224 discloses a container for a cosmetic product comprising: a container body; a scraper; a cap; a brush bar; and an applicator tip mounted on the brush bar. KR20-0488671 discloses a cosmetic applicator comprising a grip portion, a stem and an applicator tip mounted on the stem. US10278476 discloses a device comprising: a closing portion that holds an eyeliner mechanism; and a bottle portion. US10499720 discloses an applicator for applying an eyeliner, comprising: a coating member; a support carrying the application member; and a handle defining a gripping surface. US4974980 discloses an assembly comprising: a reservoir containing a liquid; and an applicator equipped with a flexible, elastically deformable pen. US5054946 discloses an applicator device comprising: a jacket having an open bottom and a top formed with a neck; and a pressing member. However, these articles related to the prior art do not fully satisfy the above-mentioned requirements.

Disclosure of Invention

In view of the above, it is an object of the present invention to provide a novel device for storing and applying products, in particular cosmetic products, which overcomes or at least alleviates the above-mentioned problems associated with prior art articles. In particular, it is an object of the present invention to provide a compact immersion type device which can be used for various types of products and which is as easy to store and carry as existing slim pen-type applicators.

To achieve these objects, the present invention provides an apparatus for storing and applying a product, comprising: (i) an applicator for applying a product comprising: a handle having a longitudinal central axis; and an applicator tip mounted on the distal end of the handle, and (ii) a container for storing a product, comprising: a longitudinal central axis; a top opening orthogonal to the longitudinal central axis; a tubular peripheral wall defining a top opening; and a bottom portion facing the top opening and closing a lower end of the tubular outer peripheral wall. The tubular peripheral wall and the bottom together define a space for storing the product. The applicator and container are configured to: (i) Can be coupled to each other such that the applicator tip is located in the space of the container and the applicator seals the container; and (ii) are separable from each other so that the applicator can be used to apply the product with the applicator tip. In the present invention, the container further comprises a wiper protruding inwardly from the tubular peripheral wall towards the longitudinal central axis of the container. The wiper may be positioned in the space of the container such that when the applicator and the container are coupled to each other, the applicator tip is at the same level as or below the wiper.

The present invention is based on the new concept of using a cap of an immersion applicator as a container for storing the product to be coated and incorporating a scraper inside the container to remove excess product adhering to the end of the applicator. That is, according to the present invention, the cap of the immersion type applicator is changed in use to serve as a container for storing the product to be coated, in which the wiper is incorporated. Thus, according to the present invention, unlike conventional submerged-type articles, a separate bulk container is not required to store the product to be coated. Thus, the device according to the invention can be used for various types of products and is as easy to store and carry as existing slim pen-type applicators.

According to a preferred aspect of the present invention, the container may be made of plastic, and the scraper may be integrally formed on the tubular outer peripheral wall of the container by integral molding. This provides a particularly simple structure for the container.

According to a preferred aspect of the invention, the scraper may extend circumferentially around the longitudinal central axis of the container such that it forms a side surface of a virtual truncated cone, the diameter of which decreases towards the bottom of the container. This makes it possible to insert the applicator tip into the scraper more smoothly and to remove excess product adhering to the distal end of the applicator tip or handle more efficiently.

According to a preferred aspect of the invention, the container may comprise: a tubular member forming a tubular outer peripheral wall; and a plug member forming a bottom, and the plug member may be fitted in the bottom opening of the tubular member so as to close the lower opening. This allows the product to be filled into the container at the final stage (i.e. after the applicator and container have been coupled). Therefore, it is not necessary to handle the container in which the product is filled, and as a result, the manufacturing work can be significantly simplified.

According to a preferred aspect of the invention, the applicator and the container may be configured to be coupled to each other by a snap fit. This makes it particularly easy for a user to couple the applicator and the container. Of course, in addition to a snap fit, for example, an interference fit or a threaded connection may be employed as a means for coupling the applicator and the container.

According to a preferred aspect of the invention, the handle may comprise: an elongated body; and an insert mounted on the distal end of the elongated body, and the applicator tip may be fixedly held by the insert. In this case, the insert may include: a base portion embedded within the elongate body; and a nose portion protruding from the elongate body, and the applicator tip may be mounted on the insert so as to protrude from a distal end of the nose portion. Further, in this case, the nose portion of the insert is preferably tapered gradually toward the applicator tip.

According to a preferred aspect of the invention, the applicator and the container may be configured such that the insert of the handle of the applicator is fully received in the container when the applicator and the container are coupled to each other. This is useful for improving the aesthetics of the overall device.

According to a preferred aspect of the invention, the scraper may be configured such that the distal end of the nose portion of the insert moves through the scraper and the distal end of the nose portion of the insert is in contact with the scraper all around. This also makes it possible to remove more efficiently the excess product adhering to the nose portion of the insert of the applicator.

According to a preferred aspect of the invention, the stem of the applicator may have a circular cross-section orthogonal to the longitudinal central axis of the stem, and the container may also have a circular cross-section orthogonal to the longitudinal central axis of the container. Of course, both the handle and the container of the applicator may have other cross-sections besides a circular cross-section, for example, an oval cross-section or a polygonal cross-section. In the case where both the handle of the applicator and the container have a circular cross-section, the outer diameter of the distal end of the elongate body that contacts the container may be substantially the same as the outer diameter of the top open side end of the container when the applicator and container are coupled to one another. In addition, the outer diameter of the elongate body of the handle of the applicator may taper towards its proximal end and the outer diameter of the container may be substantially constant. This makes it possible to achieve a smooth, continuous and elegant appearance without steps at the joint between the applicator and the container.

According to a preferred aspect of the present invention, at least one annular rib extending circumferentially around the longitudinal central axis of the stem may be formed on the outer surface of the insert of the stem of the applicator, and at least one annular groove extending circumferentially around the longitudinal central axis of the container may be formed on the inner surface of the tubular peripheral wall of the container, and the annular rib of the stem may fit into the annular groove of the container when the applicator and the container are coupled to each other. This makes it possible to achieve a particularly simple and reliable coupling mechanism between the applicator and the container. The coupling mechanism between the applicator and the container described above using a snap fit may be achieved by such a rib and groove coupling mechanism.

According to a preferred aspect of the invention, the applicator tip may be composed of compacted synthetic fibers such as, for example, polyester fibers or compacted natural fibers such as, for example, cotton fibers.

According to a preferred aspect of the invention, the product to be stored in the container may be a fluid cosmetic product such as, for example, a liquid eyeliner (eyeliner ink), a liquid eyebrow product, a liquid rouge and a liquid concealer.

Drawings

Non-limiting and representative embodiments of the present invention will be explained in detail below with reference to the attached drawings.

FIG. 1 is an external perspective view of a device according to one embodiment of the invention, wherein the applicator and container, both of which are parts of the device, are separated from each other.

Fig. 2 is a longitudinal cross-sectional view of the device shown in fig. 1, taken along its longitudinal central axis, with the applicator and container coupled to one another.

Fig. 3 is a longitudinal cross-sectional view of the device shown in fig. 1, taken along its longitudinal central axis, with the applicator and container separated from each other.

Fig. 4 is an enlarged longitudinal cross-sectional view of a portion of the device shown in fig. 1-3, wherein the applicator and container are coupled to one another.

Fig. 5 is a partially cut-away perspective view of a container of the device shown in fig. 1-3.

Fig. 6 is an enlarged longitudinal cross-sectional view of a portion of the device shown in fig. 1-3, illustrating operation of the integrated wiper of the container with the applicator being pulled from the container.

Detailed Description

Some preferred embodiments of the present invention will now be explained with reference to fig. 1 to 6. In each figure, the scale ratio of the width, length, height, diameter, etc. of each element may not be constant, and may be different from the actual scale ratio. It should be noted that in some figures, certain elements or features are drawn larger or smaller than they actually are for emphasis instead.

As used herein, directional terms such as "upper," "lower," "upward," "downward," "above," "below," "right," "left," and the like should be understood in connection with the orientation of the device in the drawings, which may or may not match the actual orientation in use. Furthermore, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that in this specification the term "proximal" or "proximal" means a position opposite the end of the applicator used to apply the product. On the other hand, the term "distal" or "distally" means a position closer to the end of the applicator. Alternatively, when the user grips the applicator in a typical manner, the direction pointed by the user's fingertip is the "distal" direction, and the opposite direction is the "proximal" direction.

The following exemplary embodiments of the invention relate to devices for storing and applying products, in particular cosmetic products or cosmetic formulations such as, for example, liquid eyeliners (eyeliner ink), liquid eyebrow products, liquid rouges and liquid concealers. The device will be used by a user to apply the cosmetic product stored in the device itself (more specifically in the container of the device) to a desired location, in particular to the user's own body or to another person's body. For example, if the cosmetic product is a liquid eyeliner, the device will be used by the user to apply the liquid eyeliner supplied from the device itself around the eyes of the user or another person. The following exemplary embodiments of the present invention are particularly useful for storing and applying liquid cosmetic products containing relatively large particles, sparkling particles, and the like. However, the present invention may be used to store and apply various types of products other than cosmetic products.

Fig. 1 is an external perspective view of the device, showing a device 10 for storing and applying a cosmetic product P according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention. The device 10 comprises an applicator 100 for applying a liquid (fluid) cosmetic product P and a container 200 for storing the cosmetic product P. In this embodiment, the container 200 also serves as a cap for the applicator 100. The applicator 100 and the container 200 are made of plastic such as polypropylene (PP), except for the applicator tip described later. In fig. 1, although the device 10 is shown with the container (cap) 200 removed from the applicator 100, the container 200 is typically (i.e., when the device 10 is not in use) in a state in which it is coupled to the distal end of the applicator 100.

In addition to fig. 1, the applicator 100 comprises a device having a longitudinal central axis X, as can be seen from fig. 2 and 3 (fig. 2 and 3 are longitudinal cross-sectional views of the device in different states) ₁ And an applicator tip 120 mounted on the distal end 110a of the handle 110, the longitudinal central axis X ₁ As well as the longitudinal central axis of the device. The applicator tip 120 is configured to hold a quantity of cosmetic product P on its surface and inside. The applicator tip 120 has a shape that tapers gradually from its proximal end. The applicator tip 120 is constructed of compacted rayon such as polyester fibers. Alternatively, the applicator tip 120 may be constructed of compacted natural fibers, such as cotton fibers. In the state shown in fig. 2 in which the applicator 100 and the container 200 are coupled to each other, the applicator tip 120 is located near the bottom surface of the container 200.

The container 200 for storing the cosmetic product P includes a longitudinal central axis X ₂ And orthogonal to the longitudinal central axis X ₂ Is provided for the top opening 210 of the container. When the applicator 100 and the container 200 are coupled to one another, the longitudinal central axis X of the handle 110 ₁ And a longitudinal central axis X of the container 200 ₂ Are coincident with each other. The container 200 further includes a tubular peripheral wall 220 defining a top opening 210 and a bottom 230 facing the top opening 210. The bottom 230 closes the lower end of the tubular peripheral wall 220. The tubular peripheral wall 220 and the bottom 230 together define a space V for storing the cosmetic product P therein. In another preferred embodiment, the container 200 may contain pellets for agitating and adhering the cosmetic product P to the applicator tip 120.

Hereinafter, the applicator 100 will be described in more detail. Fig. 4 is an enlarged longitudinal cross-sectional view of the distal section of the applicator of the device, as best seen in fig. 4, the handle 110 includes an elongate body 112 and an insert 114 mounted on the distal end 112a of the elongate body 112. As described above, both the elongate body 112 and the insert 114 are made of plastic such as polypropylene (PP). The applicator tip 120 is fixedly held by the insert 114. More specifically, the insert 114 includes a base portion 114a embedded within the elongate body 112 and a nose portion 114b protruding from the elongate body 112. The applicator tip 120 is mounted on the insert 114 so as to protrude from the distal end of the nose portion 114b. In this embodiment, the applicator 100 and the container 200 are configured such that the insert 114 of the handle 110 of the applicator 100 is fully received in the container 200 when the applicator 100 and the container 200 are coupled to one another.

With further reference to FIG. 4, a longitudinal central axis X about the stem 110 is formed on the outer surface of the insert 114 of the stem 110 ₁ A circumferentially extending annular rib 116. Further, a longitudinal center axis X around the container 200 is formed on the inner surface of the tubular outer peripheral wall 220 of the container 200 ₂ A circumferentially extending annular groove 222. The annular rib 116 and the annular groove 222 are formed complementary to each other. Thus, when the applicator 100 and the container 200 are coupled to one another, the annular rib 116 of the handle 110 fits (snap-fits) into the annular groove 222 of the container 200. In this embodiment there is only one rib/groove pair, but in another embodiment there may be multiple rib/groove pairs.

Hereinafter, the container 200 will be described in more detail. The container 200 includes a tubular member 250 forming a tubular peripheral wall 220 and a plug member 260 forming a bottom 230. As described above, both the tubular member 250 and the plug member 260 are made of plastic such as polypropylene (PP). The plug member 260 is fitted in the lower opening 252 of the tubular member 250 so as to close the lower opening 252. For this purpose, an interference fit or a threaded connection may be used. Alternatively, it is also possible to use an adhesive-glue to fit the plug member 260 in the lower opening 252 of the tubular member 250.

As shown in fig. 2, the applicator 100 and the container 200 are configured to be coupled to each other such that the applicator tip 120 is located in a space V of the container 200, and the applicator 100 seals the container 200. In this embodiment, the applicator 100 and the container 200 are configured to be coupled to each other by a snap fit (a mechanism for this will be explained in detail below). Further, as shown in fig. 3, the applicator 100 and the container 200 are configured to be separable from each other such that the applicator 100 can be used to apply the cosmetic product P using the applicator tip 120.

In this embodiment, the stem 110 of the applicator 100 has a longitudinal central axis X that is orthogonal to the stem 110 ₁ Is of circular cross-section. Similarly, the container 200 has a longitudinal direction orthogonal to the container 200Toward the central axis X ₂ Is of circular cross-section. As can best be seen in fig. 4, when the applicator 100 and the container 200 are coupled to one another, the outer diameter D of the distal end of the elongate body 112 that is in contact with the container 200 ₁ Outer diameter D of the top open side end of container 200 ₂ The same applies. Further, in this embodiment, the outer diameter of the elongate body 112 of the handle 110 of the applicator 100 gradually decreases toward its proximal end. On the other hand, the outer diameter of the container 200 is constant. As a result, a smooth, continuous and elegant appearance is achieved without steps at the seam between the applicator 100 and the container 200. Of course, the handle 110 and the container 200 of the applicator 100 may have any cross-sectional shape, so long as they are ergonomic.

Turning to fig. 2 and 3, in the exemplary embodiment, container 200 also includes a wiper 240 for removing excess product that adheres to distal end of applicator tip 120 or handle 110 (i.e., nose portion 114b of insert 114 mounted on elongate body 112 of the applicator). Fig. 5 is a partially cut-away perspective view of the container of the device, as best seen in fig. 5, with the scraper 240 extending from the tubular peripheral wall 220 toward the longitudinal central axis X of the container 200 ₂ Protruding inwardly. In this embodiment, the wiper 240 is integrally formed on the tubular peripheral wall 220 of the container 200 by integral molding. Of course, the scraper 240 may be a separate member from the main body of the container 200, but since this increases the number of parts and the number of manufacturing processes, it is preferable that the scraper 240 is provided integrally with the main body of the container 200.

As shown in fig. 2, the wiper 240 is positioned in the space V of the container 200 such that, when the applicator 100 and the container 200 are coupled to each other, the applicator tip 120 is positioned below the wiper 240 after the applicator tip 120 has passed through the wiper 240. More specifically, the scraper 240 surrounds the longitudinal central axis X of the container 200 ₂ Extends circumferentially such that it forms a side surface of a virtual truncated cone C, the diameter of which decreases towards the bottom 230 of the container 200. This configuration makes it possible to smoothly insert the applicator tip 120 into the scraper 240. In this embodiment, the scraper 240 is also configured such that when the nose portion 114b of the insert 114The distal end of nose portion 114b contacts scraper 240 circumferentially as the distal end moves through scraper 240. As a result, as can be seen in fig. 6, which illustrates the operation of the scraper 240, excess product adhering to the nose portion 114b of the insert 114 of the applicator tip 120 or handle 110 can be efficiently removed. The angle of the wiper 240 relative to the tubular peripheral wall 220 of the container 200 (i.e., angle θ in fig. 4) is not particularly limited, but in some embodiments, the angle θ is in the range of, for example, 30 ° to 60 °. In another preferred embodiment, the wiper 240 may be positioned in the space V of the container 200 such that the applicator tip 120 is at the same level as the wiper 240 when the applicator 100 and the container 200 are coupled to each other.

As described above, in the present embodiment, the cap of the immersion type applicator is used or changed in use to serve as a container for storing the cosmetic product to be applied, and the wiper is incorporated inside the container to remove the excessive cosmetic product adhered to the end of the applicator. Thus, unlike conventional submerged-type articles, the above-described device does not require a separate bulk container to store the cosmetic product to be applied. Thus, the device is as easy to store and carry as existing slim pen applicators, while being able to be used for various types of cosmetic products, in particular liquid eyeliners, which may contain large particles or sparkling particles. In addition to this, as a result of the above-described configuration, the device according to the present embodiment has a smooth, continuous and elegant appearance, with no step at the seam between the applicator and the container.

Although a single use type device has been described with reference to fig. 1-6, it is also contemplated that the device may be configured so that a liquid cosmetic formulation (such as a liquid eyeliner) may be replenished as desired. In this case, for example, a plug closing the bottom of the container would need to be configured to be removable from the body of the container. Such embodiments are, of course, also included within the scope of the present invention.

Preferred embodiments of the present invention have been explained above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to these embodiments, and various modifications and changes may be made to the above-described embodiments without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention, and such modifications and changes are included in the scope of the invention.

Claims

1. An apparatus (10) for storing and applying products (P), comprising:

an applicator (100) for applying the product (P), the applicator (100) comprising:

a shank (110) having a longitudinal central axis (X) ₁ ) The method comprises the steps of carrying out a first treatment on the surface of the And

an applicator tip (120) mounted on the distal end (110 a) of the handle (110), and

a container (200) for storing the product (P), the container (200) comprising:

longitudinal central axis (X) ₂ )；

A top opening (210) orthogonal to the longitudinal central axis (X ₂ )；

-a tubular peripheral wall (220) defining said top opening (210); and

a bottom (230) facing the top opening (210) and closing the lower end of the tubular peripheral wall (220),

wherein the tubular peripheral wall (220) and the bottom (230) together define a space (V) for storing the product (P),

wherein the applicator (100) and the container (200) are configured to:

is couplable to each other such that the applicator tip (120) is located in the space (V) of the container (200) and the applicator (100) seals the container (200); and is combined with

And is also provided with

Can be separated from each other such that the applicator (100) can be used to apply the product (P) with the applicator tip (120), and

wherein the container (200) further comprises a longitudinal central axis (X) from the tubular peripheral wall (220) towards the container (200) ₂ ) An inwardly projecting wiper (240).

2. The device (10) according to claim 1, wherein the container (200) is made of plastic, and wherein the scraper (240) is integrally formed on the tubular peripheral wall (220) of the container (200) by integral molding.

3. The device (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the scraper (240) surrounds the longitudinal central axis (X) of the container (200) ₂ ) Extends circumferentially such that it forms a side surface of a virtual truncated cone, the diameter of which decreases towards the bottom (230) of the container (200).

4. The device (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the container (200) comprises: a tubular member (250) forming the tubular peripheral wall (220); and a plug member (260) forming the bottom (230), and wherein the plug member (260) fits in a lower opening (252) of the tubular member (250) to close the lower opening (252).

5. The device (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the applicator (100) and the container (200) are configured to be coupled to each other by a snap fit.

6. The device (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the handle (110) comprises: an elongated body (112); and an insert (114) mounted on the distal end (112 a) of the elongated body (112), and wherein the applicator tip (120) is fixedly held by the insert (114).

7. The device (10) of claim 6, wherein the insert (114) comprises: a base portion (114 a) embedded within the elongated body (112); and a nose portion (114 b) protruding from the elongate body (112), and wherein the applicator tip (120) is mounted on the insert (114) so as to protrude from a distal end of the nose portion (114 b).

8. The device (10) of claim 7, wherein the applicator (100) and the container (200) are configured such that the insert (114) of the handle (110) of the applicator (100) is fully received in the container (200) when the applicator (100) and the container (200) are coupled to one another.

9. The device (10) of claim 7 or 8, wherein the scraper (240) is configured such that the distal end of the nose portion (114 b) of the insert (114) moves through the scraper (240) and the distal end of the nose portion (114 b) of the insert (114) is peripherally in contact with the scraper (240).

10. The device (10) according to any one of claims 7 to 9, wherein the stem (110) of the applicator (100) has a longitudinal central axis (X) orthogonal to the stem (110) ₁ ) And wherein the container (200) has a circular cross-section orthogonal to the longitudinal central axis (X) of the container (200) ₂ ) Is of circular cross-section.

11. The device (10) of claim 10, wherein when the applicator (100) and the container (200) are coupled to one another, an outer diameter (D) of a distal end of the elongate body (112) in contact with the container (200) ₁ ) An outer diameter (D) of the top opening side end of the container (200) ₂ ) Substantially the same.

12. The device (10) according to claim 10 or 11, wherein an outer diameter of the elongated body (112) of the handle (110) of the applicator (100) gradually decreases towards its proximal end, and wherein an outer diameter of the container (200) is substantially constant.

13. The device (10) according to any one of claims 7 to 12, wherein a longitudinal central axis (X) around the stem (110) is formed on the outer surface of the insert (114) of the stem (110) ₁ ) At least one annular rib (116) extending circumferentially,and wherein the longitudinal central axis (X) around the container (200) is formed on the inner surface of the tubular peripheral wall (220) of the container (200) ₂ ) At least one annular groove (222) extending circumferentially, and wherein the annular rib (116) of the handle (110) fits into the annular groove (222) of the container (200) when the applicator (100) and the container (200) are coupled to each other.

14. The device (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the applicator tip (120) is constituted by compacted artificial fibres or compacted natural fibres.

15. The device (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the product (P) to be stored in the container (200) is a fluid cosmetic product.