Abstract: A mascara applicator having one or more beads disposed on a central axle extending longitudinally from an elongated rod and handle is disclosed. A first preferred embodiment comprises a single cylindrical bead molded from plastic and having a series of longitudinally spaced grooves along the length of the bead. A second preferred embodiment comprises a plurality of about 5 to 7 beads disposed on a metal axle and retained by means of a flat-headed pin. The beads are capable of individually or collectively rotating about the axle to create optimal mascara application and lash separation. A mascara applicator package utilizing the aforementioned applicator(s) and a housing for storing the applicator and mascara supply is also disclosed.

Abstract: A waterbase lipliner composition in the form of a liquid is provided which is especially adapted for use in conjunction with a wick-type nib pen which delivers lipliner through a capillary action, which lipliner composition includes a water-soluble organic pigment formed of FDA approved organic pigments, a water-soluble organic polymer film-former, which is a mixture of polyvinyl pyrrolidone and polyvinyl alcohol, and optionally one or more plasticizers, preservatives, moisturizers and/or humectants, and water as a carrier for the pigment. The lipliner composition of the invention has a viscosity of less than 750 cps and will pass through the wick of a wick-type nib pen by capillary action without clogging the wick.