Abstract: A combination container and applicator for a fluid includes a container having a top end open to an internal volume that has a tapered floor. A cap adapted to engage the top end has a brush applicator projecting downwardly therefrom into the internal volume of the container. The brush applicator includes a brush and a sheath, the brush extending beyond the sheath when the brush applicator is in the extended position, and the brush retracting fully inside the sheath when the brush applicator is in the retracted position. The cap includes a brush extension mechanism that is adapted to move the brush applicator between a retracted portion, such that the brush and brush applicator do not contact the floor of the container when the cap is engaged with the container, and an extended position such that the brush is able to reach all areas of the floor of the container.