Abstract: A cosmetic applicator for use with a standard cosmetic container includes a cylindrical cap having an open end around the inner periphery of which is a threaded portion for threadedly engaging a cosmetic container. An aperture is disposed on the opposing closed end for slidably receiving a button. An elongated stem protrudes from the cap having an applicator portion at a distal end. The opposing end of the stem has a conical stop member attached thereto which abuts the button. A second rubber stop member surrounds the stem and is proximal the cap open end for engaging a cosmetic container neck opening. On the upper surface of the second stop member is an annulus. Disposed between the annulus and the first stop member and surrounding the stem is a coil spring for biasing the stem upwardly when the button is depressed.