Abstract: A packaged cosmetic stick product comprising a (a) cosmetic composition containing, in a cosmetically acceptable carrier, at least one structuring agent in an amount sufficient to form a solid stick; said stick contained in a (b) a propel/repel container comprised of a (i) base for holding the cosmetic stick product wherein the cosmetic stick is partially extended therefrom, (ii) an A-shell affixed to the base and having length sufficient to completely house the cosmetic stick when it is in the fully retracted position, (iii) a transparent A-shell cover having a length that is less than about 80% of the total length of the A-shell, (iv) a shrink wrap holding the transparent A-shell cover to the A-shell, and (v) a cap for covering the A-shell and the transparent A-shell cover.