Abstract: A compact applicator (2) for facilitating application of a desired medication, fluid, liquid, lotion, cream, etc. to a desired portion or area of a body of a user. The compact applicator (2) has a pair of opposed handles (12), secured to remote ends (8, 10) thereof which facilitate a rubbing, wiping or application action of the compact applicator (2). A first surface (16) of the compact applicator (2) includes an applicator member (14), e.g. a sponge, which secured thereto by a meshed material. The applicator member (14) receives the desired fluid to be applied and the handles (12) facilitate a wiping or rubbing action of the compact applicator (2) on a desired part of the body, especially the back. The second surface (22) of the applicator member (14) is formed from an absorbent material to facilitate wiping off any excess applied fluid or removing the remaining applied fluid following use.