Package for multiple personal care compositions

Abstract

A package for two liquid personal care compositions, including an applicator, a first reservoir, and a second reservoir. The applicator is non-removably connected at and extends away from the first cavity. The first and second reservoirs each hold a quantity of a liquid composition therein. The first reservoir includes an open end sized for independent insertion and removal of the applicator therethrough. The first reservoir is removable and protectively encases the applicator. The second reservoir includes a closed end an opposing open end, through which a liquid composition can be dispensed.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present invention is directed to a package for two or more liquid personal care compositions.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Double-ended personal care compositions that include two applicators are generally known in the art. In some instances, the two applicators are used interchangeably with two reservoirs of product, which creates a potential problem of one or both compositions being contaminated. In addition, consumers may be confused about which applicator goes with which reservoir. This is not desirable, especially when the compositions serve non-interchangeable purposes, or are meant to be used sequentially. Even if a dual-ended product comprises only one applicator, the above risks are still present. At least some consumers, when presented with a double-ended package and only one applicator, assume that the applicator should be used for both compositions.

A specific example of this problem exists with the case of a double-ended mascara package. The removal of mascara generally requires the use of a solvent to remoisten and soften the previously applied mascara. The solvent is typically supplied as a liquid to be applied to a cotton swab or tissue. Such a cosmetic liquid may also be referred to as an eye makeup remover or simply as mascara remover. Very recently, mascara packages are available on the market comprising a mascara composition in one end and a mascara remover composition in the other end. Such packages have a composition reservoir and applicator system on both ends. Applicants have found that it is undesirable to mix and match the two compositions; for instance, the remover composition can be transferred to and dilute the mascara composition, the remover composition may degrade the mascara applicator, etc.

Accordingly, it would be desirable to provide a cosmetic package for containing two or more different liquid cosmetic composition and at least one applicator that reduces or eliminates the likelihood of contaminating one of the liquid cosmetic compositions with another.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

In order to provide a solution to the problems above, disclosed herein is package for two or more liquid personal care compositions. The package comprises an applicator; a first reservoir; and a second reservoir. The first reservoir holds a quantity of a first liquid composition therein. The first reservoir includes a first reservoir proximal end and an opposing first reservoir distal end. The first reservoir proximal end comprises an open end through which the applicator is inserted and removed, and the first reservoir distal end defines a closed end of the package. The second reservoir holds a quantity of a second liquid composition therein. The second reservoir comprises a second reservoir proximal end and an opposing second reservoir distal end. The second reservoir proximal end comprises a closed end, and the second reservoir distal end comprises an open end through which the second liquid cosmetic composition is dispensed. The applicator is non-removably connected at and extends away from the second reservoir closed end, and the first reservoir is removably attached to at least one of the applicator and the second reservoir and extends away from the second reservoir closed end to protectively encase the applicator.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

While the specification concludes with claims particularly pointing out and distinctly claiming the present invention, it is believed the same will be better understood from the following description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in which:

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a package.

FIG. 2 is a section view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 1.

FIG. 3 is a perspective view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 1 without the first reservoir.

FIG. 4 is a front exploded view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 1.

FIG. 5 is a perspective view of a package.

FIG. 6 is a perspective view of the front portion of the embodiment shown in FIG. 5 without the first reservoir.

FIG. 7 is a perspective view of a package.

FIGS. 8 a and 8b are perspective views of a package.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

As used herein, including the appended claims, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” include the plural, and reference to a particular numerical value includes at least that particular value, unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. When a range of values is expressed, another embodiment includes from the one particular value and/or to the other particular value. All ranges are inclusive and combinable. All percentages and ratios used herein are by weight of the total composition, and all measurements made are at 25° C., unless otherwise designated. The present packages can comprise, consist of, and consist essentially of the features described, as well as any of the additional or optional ingredients, components, steps, or limitations described herein.

“Cosmetic composition” means a composition that is intended to be applied to a bodily surface to improve one or more aesthetic characteristics of that bodily surface. Cosmetic compositions suitable for use herein are described in more detail below, including nonlimiting examples of cosmetic compositions.

“Non-removable” and variations thereof mean that an element is not intended to be separated from another element without damaging or impairing the intended function of the either element.

“Removable” and variations thereof mean that an element is intended to be separated from another element without damaging or impairing the intended function of either element.

FIG. 1 shows an exemplary package 100. The package 100 shown in FIG. 1 is cylindrically shaped and includes a main body 102, a first elongated reservoir 122, a second elongated reservoir 134, and a cap 144. It is to be appreciated that the package or one or more components of the package may be configured in any suitable shape, as desired (e.g., triangular, square, bulbous, tapered, wide, narrow, short, tall, or combinations thereof). For example, the first elongate reservoir may be cylinder-shaped and the second reservoir square-shaped. The package or individual package components may be made of any suitable material known in the art for making cosmetic packages. Suitable materials include plastic materials such as, for example, high density polyethylene, low density polyethylene, polyethylene terephthalate, polypropylene, polyvinyl chloride, polycarbonate, nylon, polymethylmethacrylate, polycyclohexylenedimethylene terephthalate, and fluorinated ethylene propylene. In certain embodiments, the main body 102, reservoirs 122, 134, and/or cap 144 may include transparent, semi-transparent, translucent, or opaque materials, which permit, partially permit, or prevent a user from seeing the contents of one or both reservoirs. In this example, a user may be able to readily determine how much composition remains in a reservoir 122, 134 simply by looking through a transparent or translucent portion of the package 100. In certain embodiments, the outer surface 146 of main body 102 may be transparent, which allows an inner opaque portion 148 (here, shaped as an hourglass) to be visible. In this example, the reservoirs 122, 134 and cap 144 may be opaque, transparent, or translucent.

FIG. 2 shows the package 100 of FIG. 1, along line A-A. As seen in FIG. 2, the main body 102 may include a first cavity 104 and a second cavity 106 positioned at the first end 108 and second end 110 of the main body 102, respectively. The package 100 may include an applicator 112 joined to and extending from the first cavity 104. In certain embodiments, applicator 112 may be removably or non-removably connected to the first cavity 104, for example, with a commonly known “snap-fit” mechanism. Removable connected applicators may be suitable, for example, as disposable or task-specific applicators. As shown in FIG. 2, the applicator 112 may include a mascara brush 114 connected to a stem 116, which may be joined to or integrally formed with a threadpart 118. The threadpart 118 may be formed with a stem portion 117 and a hood portion 119. In a particularly suitable embodiment, the threadpart 118 is formed separately and then non-removably joined to the applicator 112. For example, the stem portion 117 may be permanently joined to the stem 116 of the applicator by any suitable means known in the art and form a part thereof. The hood portion 119 of the threadpart 118 may be configured to be snapably and lockably engageable with the first cavity 104, for example, by providing complementary protruding and/or recessed portions (e.g., ribs and/or grooves) on the threadpart 118 and/or first cavity 104. In the example shown in FIG. 2, the hood portion 119 of the threadpart 118 includes threads 120, which are engageable with complementary threads on the first reservoir 122. In certain embodiments, the first reservoir 122 may include a neck that extends upwardly from its proximal end 124. The neck may include threads that are engageable with the threads 120 of the threadpart 118. In other embodiments, the applicator 112 may be configured without a threadpart 118.

The first reservoir 122 may include a proximal end 124, a distal end 126, and one or more walls to define an interior volume 150 for holding a quantity of liquid cosmetic composition such as, for example, mascara or mascara remover. The proximal end 124 of the first reservoir 122 is removably attached to and extends axially away from the main body 102 first end 108 to protectively encase the applicator 112. The distal end 126 of the first reservoir 122 may be configured as a closed end 128. An opening 130 may be provided in the proximal end 124 of the first reservoir 122 to permit independent insertion and removal of the applicator 112 therethrough. In certain embodiment, a wiper 132 may be provided (e.g., in and/or around the opening 130) to wipe excess liquid from applicator 112 upon removal of the applicator 112 from first reservoir 122.

The second reservoir 134 may include a proximal end 136, a distal end 138, and one or more walls to define an interior volume 152 for holding a quantity of a liquid cosmetic composition such as, for example, mascara or mascara remover. In certain embodiments, the proximal end 136 may be configured as a closed end 140 of the second reservoir 134. The second reservoir may be non-removably attached and extend axially away from the main body 102 second end 110. In certain embodiments, the second reservoir 134 may be removably connected, for example, to aide in the use of replacement reservoirs. The distal end 138 of the second reservoir 134 includes an open end 142 configured to dispense a quantity of the liquid cosmetic composition disposed therein. The second reservoir 134 may include a cap 144 for covering the open end 142. The cap 144 may be removably attached to distal end 138 by any suitable means known in the art (e.g., twist threads, snap collars, and the like). The cap 144 may be replaced after being removed to provide a liquid impermeable barrier at the open end 142 of the second reservoir 134. A wiper 154 or other flow restricting mechanism may be present in the open end 142.

The second reservoir 134 or portion thereof may be at least partially deformable to facilitate dispensing the cosmetic composition disposed therein (e.g., by permitting a user to squeeze out the contents of the reservoir). It is to be appreciated that the second reservoir or any other package 100 component may be rigid or deformable, and the contents may be shaken or poured out, as desired. In certain embodiments, the second reservoir 134 may include one or more additional dispensing means, such as a twist or push-button mechanism, which at least help to urge the cosmetic composition out of the second reservoir 134. It may be desirable to configure the second reservoir 134 for a particular dosing of its contents. While FIG. 2 does not show a second applicator, the cosmetic composition in the second reservoir 134 may be acquired and/or applied with an external implement, such as a sponge, cotton ball, cotton swab, tissue, finger, applicator brush, etc.

FIG. 3 shows the package 100 of FIG. 1 without the first reservoir 122.

FIG. 4 shows an example of a package 400, which illustrates particular components. The package 400 includes a removable first reservoir 422, a non-removable second reservoir 434, and a main body 402 disposed between the first and second reservoirs 422, 434. The package 400 includes an applicator 412 joined to the first end 408 of the main body 402 and extending outwardly therefrom. The second reservoir 434 may be non-removably joined to the second end 410 of the main body 402 such that a closed end is defined in the second reservoir 434. The second reservoir may include an open end configured to be operatively engaged with a cap 444 (e.g., through the use of screw threads), thereby forming a liquid-impermeable seal. The first reservoir 422 is engageable with a portion of the first end 408 of the main body 402 and/or the applicator 412. For example, the first reservoir 422 may include a threaded portion that extends at least partially into the interior volume of the first reservoir 422, and is engageable with a complementary portion of the applicator stem. In certain embodiments, the first reservoir may include an outwardly extending neck that includes threads engageable with a portion of the main body 402, for example, similar to the package 100 of FIGS. 1 and 2.

FIGS. 5 and 6 show another example of package 200. The package 200 includes a main body 202, a first elongated reservoir 222, a second elongated reservoir 234, and a valve 244. The proximal end 236 of the second reservoir 234 defines a closed end 240. The second reservoir is non-removably attached to and extends axially away from the main body 202 second end 210. The second reservoir 234 may or may not comprise a cap. In certain embodiments, the contents of the second reservoir may be prevented from escaping by, for example, a built-in dispensing means near the distal end 238 of second reservoir 234. There are a variety of ways to dispense the liquid personal care composition from second reservoir 234, for instance, squeezable or measured dose. In one embodiment, the second reservoir 234 may include a depressible area 252 and a one-way valve 244, which cooperate to dispense the liquid cosmetic composition disposed in the second reservoir 234. The outer surfaces of the main body 202 and reservoirs 222, 234 may be opaque, translucent, or transparent, or any combination of these. In certain embodiments, the main body 202 may include a sticker, label, or print 254 to depict an hourglass.

FIG. 6 shows the package 200 of FIG. 5 without the first reservoir 222. The applicator includes an applicator head 214, which may be in the shape of an oval, cylinder, sphere, paintbrush, or any other suitable shape, as desired. Suitable materials for applicator head 214 include, without limitation, thermoplastic polyurethane, thermoplastic vulcanizates, rubber, sponge, felt, cloth, wicking fibers, bristles, flocking, combinations thereof, or another material or combination of materials that is capable of blending, distributing, or spreading a liquid cosmetic product. The applicator head 214 may be made from flexible and/or soft materials such as latex, rubber, TPE, sponge, and the like. The applicator 212 may also include a stem 216.

The main body may be elongated to reflect the size of the first and second reservoirs. Or, as shown in the package 300 of FIG. 7, the main body 302 may be as small as practicable to still act as a connector between the first reservoir 322 and the second reservoir 334. In other packages, as shown in FIGS. 8a and 8b, the main body may be formed integrally with the second reservoir 534, 634 and/or the first reservoir 522, 622, which may give the appearance of no middle main body. In still other packages, there may be no main body at all. In another embodiment, the package looks like a traditional mascara package with two ends/two compartments and no separate cap; in this case, the applicator is associated with the proximal end of the second reservoir, and the proximal end of the first reservoir is removably connected to the proximal end of the second reservoir.

The packages herein may contain two or more different liquid compositions. Exemplary compositions include, but are not limited to, cosmetic compositions (e.g., mascara, lip stick, lip gloss, blush, concealer, eyeliner, finishing sealant), hair growth compositions, hair removal compositions (e.g., wax or serum), a hair minimizing composition, semi-permanent ink (e.g., for tattooing, cosmetic, or personal adornment), nail polishes, skin care compositions (e.g., under eye moisturizer, anti-aging serum, sunscreen, protective balm), first aid compositions (e.g., liquid bandage, hydrocortisone, cleansing agent, antibiotic ointment), medicinal compositions (e.g., prescription acne treatment, post-surgery ointment, oral medicine for teething or mouth pain), teeth whitening compositions, hair colorant compositions (e.g., for highlighting, root covering, or novelty), and combinations thereof. Other exemplary compositions include compositions formulated to remove, modify, complement, or supplement one or more compositions in the preceding sentence (e.g., nail polish remover, mascara remover).

In certain embodiments, the package herein may be used to apply a first liquid composition as well as remove the first liquid personal care composition with a second liquid composition. In certain embodiments, the present package may be used to apply a first liquid composition and a second, complementary liquid composition. In certain embodiments, the present package may be used for two chemically incompatible liquid compositions; wherein the package is configured to prevent mixing or contamination of the two compositions.

EXAMPLES

The following are examples of suitable compositions.

Example I

a multichromatic, liquid foundation of the present invention is prepared as follows:

Material                Weight %
Colored crosslinked gel 40.00
network*1
Dimethicone copolyol    5.00
crosspolymer (KSG21)
Cyclomethicone (DC245)  19.35
Propylparabens          0.10
Ethylparabens           0.20
Water                   15.00
Titanium dioxide        8.25
Iron oxides             1.75
Glycerin                10.00
Benzyl alcohol          0.25
Methylparabens          0.10
Ammonium polyacrylate   0.12
(Darvan 821A*2)
Disodium EDTA           0.10
*1Colored gel comprising 10% pigments (titanium dioxide and iron oxides) having a 60 micron average particle size, approximately 12% polymer, and 78% cyclomethicone fluid.
*2Supplied by Vanderbilt.

In a suitable vessel, the water, glycerine, disodium EDTA and benzyl alcohol are added and mixed using conventional technology until a clear water phase is achieved. When water phase is clear add methylparabens and mix again until clear. Then add the ammonium polyacrylate, titanium dioxide and iron oxides and mix to disperse. Mix the resultant phase with a Silverson SL2T or similar equipment on high speed (8,000 rpm, standard head) to fully deagglomerate the pigments. In a separate vessel, add the KSG21, hydrophobic titanium dioxide and iron oxides, DC245 and the parabens. This mixture is milled using a Silverson on high speed until homogeneous. Next, the colored water phase and the colored, silicone phase are combined and milled using a Silverson on high speed until the water is fully incorporated and an emulsion is formed. Finally, a colored gel is then chosen so as to be significantly different in colour to the blend of titanium dioxide and iron oxides. This is then added and the product is mixed again using a Silverson on high speed. The resulting multichromatic, finished product is then incorporated into the appropriate package.

Example II

a skin-care composition is prepared as follows:

Material                  Weight %
Phase A
Water                     QS (~20% total water)
Glycerin                  10.0000
Allantoin                 0.1000
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate 0.10000
Vitis Vinifera            0.02000
(Grapeseed) Extract
Green Tea Extract         0.1
Propylene Glycol          1.0000
Butylene Glycol           1.03950
Benzyl Alcohol            0.4000
Matrixyl*1                3.0
Glycolic Acid             3.9900
Triethanolamine           1.0000
Sodium Hydroxide          1.1250
Phase B
Water                     QS (~80% total water)
d-Panthenol               0.5000
Hydroxyethylcellulose     1.00000
Ultrez 21*2               —
Sepigel 305*3             —
Simulgel I-NS 100*4       —
Simulgel EG*5             —
Sepiplus 600*6            —
AxCel CDG-PX*7            0.10000
After Mixing Phase A into
Phase B, add:
Colorona Aborigne Amber*8 0.02000
*1Anti-aging peptide solution from Sederma, Inc., Edison, NJ.
*2Acrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer from Noveon Consumer Specialties, Cleveland, OH.
*3Polyacrylamide and C13-14 Isoparaffin and Laureth-7 from SEPPIC, Inc., Fairfield, NJ.
*4Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer and isohexadecane and polysorbate 60 from SEPPIC, Inc., Fairfield, NJ.
*5Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer and isohexadecane and polysorbate 80 from SEPPIC, Inc., Fairfield, NJ.
*6 Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer and isohexadecane and polysorbate 60 from SEPPIC, Inc., Fairfield, NJ.
*7Mixture of microfibrous cellulose, xanthan gum, and sodium carboxymethylcellulose from CP Kelco, San Diego, CA.
*8Mica coated with iron oxide, iron oxide black, and titanium dioxide from EMD Chemicals, Inc., Gibbstown,NJ.

Phase A materials are blended in a container. Phase B materials are blended in a separate container. Phase B is blended into Phase A. The platelet particulates are added after combining Phase A and Phase B.

Example III

a long wear mascara composition is prepared as follows:

Phase	Material	Weight %
A	Tall Oil Glycerides	8.000
A	Pentaerythrityl Hydrogenated	12.00
	Rosinate
A	Trihydroxystearin	2.500
A	Propylparaben	0.100
A	BHA	0.100
A	Phenoxyethanol 99%	0.800
A	Petroleum Distillates	57.50
B	Disteardimonium Hectorite	5.000
C	Propylene Carbonate	2.500
D	Black Iron Oxide	5.500
E	Encapsualted Blue Pigment	6.000

Phase A ingredients are melted and mixed together with low shear mixing. Phase B is gradually added to the Phase A and then dispersed with high shear mixing. Phase C is then added and mixed in with high shear mixing. The Phase D is then added and dispersed with high shear mixing. The batch is cooled to ambient conditions and the Phase E is added and mixed in.

Example IV

a mascara containing large wax particles and fibers is prepared as follows:

Phase	Raw Material	Weight %
A	Glyceryl Monostearate	5.250
A	Black Iron Oxide	4.250
A	Disteardimonium Hectorite	2.250
A	Stearic Acid	2.750
A	Carnauba Wax	2.000
A	Triethanolamine	1.750
A	Synthetic Wax	1.500
A	Polyvinyl Alcohol	1.500
A	Propylene Carbonate	0.750
A	Lecithin	1.250
A	Oleic Acid 80%	1.000
B	Acrylates Copolymer	5.170
B	Deionized Water	42.58
B	Simethicone Emulsion 30%	0.200
C	Xanthan Gum	0.6
C	Propylene Glycol	3.000
D	Ammonium Acrylates Copolymer	17.79
E	Ethyl Alcohol SD 40-B	1.000
E	Benzyl Alcohol	0.650
E	Panthenol	0.280
E	Phenoxyethanol	0.280
E	Methylparaben	0.200
E	Ethylparaben	0.200
E	Propylparaben	0.100
E	Trisodium EDTA	0.100
F	Fiberlon 102 DC B2	0.600
G	20 μm Polyethylene Wax Particle	3.000

Phase A is heated to melt the waxes and allow the pigment to be dispersed with a Cowles Blade mixer. Phase B materials are stirred together at ambient conditions, and Phase C materials are stirred together at ambient conditions and then it is added to Phase B (to gel Phase B), and the mixture is stirred and then heated to about 85C. The Phase A and Phases B/C are mixed together to create an oil (wax) in water emulsion. The mixture is stirred for 15 minutes and then is cooled gradually till room temperature. During the cool down, Phases D and E are added to the mixture and stirred in below 60C. Phase F is a 10 Decitex 2 mm Nylon-6 polymerized with Carbon Black (D&C Black No. 2) fiber added and mixed to homogeneity. Phase G is spherical polyethylene wax particles that are prepared separately using typical process known in the art such as spray drying. Phase G is added to and mixed with the mascara once the mascara has cooled down to about 25C.

Example V

an eye makeup remover:

An eye makeup remover comprising Mineral Oil, Isopropyl Palmitate, Polyethylene, Ceteth 20, Trihydroxystearin, Sorbic Acid, Methylparaben, Vanillin, and Titanium Dioxide; an example is COVERGIRL CLEAN Remover.

The dimensions and values disclosed herein are not to be understood as being strictly limited to the exact numerical values recited. Instead, unless otherwise specified, each such dimension is intended to mean both the recited value and a functionally equivalent range surrounding that value. For example, a dimension disclosed as “40 mm” is intended to mean “about 40 mm”

Every document cited herein, including any cross referenced or related patent or application, is hereby incorporated herein by reference in its entirety unless expressly excluded or otherwise limited. The citation of any document is not an admission that it is prior art with respect to any invention disclosed or claimed herein or that it alone, or in any combination with any other reference or references, teaches, suggests or discloses any such invention. Further, to the extent that any meaning or definition of a term in this document conflicts with any meaning or definition of the same term in a document incorporated by reference, the meaning or definition assigned to that term in this document shall govern.

While particular embodiments of the present invention have been illustrated and described, it would be obvious to those skilled in the art that various other changes and modifications can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. It is therefore intended to cover in the appended claims all such changes and modifications that are within the scope of this invention.

Claims

1. A package for two liquid compositions, the package comprising: a main body comprising a first cavity and an opposing second cavity formed into a first end and second opposing end thereof, respectively;a mascara brush non-removably connected at and extending axially away from the first cavity;a first reservoir holding a quantity of a liquid mascara therein, the first reservoir comprising a first reservoir proximal end and an opposing first reservoir distal end, wherein the first reservoir proximal end comprises an open end through which the mascara brush is inserted and removed, the open end being removably attached at and extending axially away from the main body first end to protectively encase the mascara brush, and wherein the first reservoir distal end defines a closed end of the package; anda second reservoir holding a quantity of a liquid mascara remover therein, the second reservoir comprising a second reservoir proximal end and an opposing second reservoir distal end, wherein the second reservoir proximal end comprises a closed end non-removably attached to and extending axially away from the main body second end, and wherein the second reservoir distal end comprises an open end through which the mascara remover is dispensed; wherein the package does not include a second applicator.

2. The package of claim 1, wherein the mascara comprises a tall oil glyceride.

3. The package of claim 1, wherein the mascara comprises pentaerthrityl hydrogenated rosinate.

4. The package of claim 1, wherein the mascara comprises wax particles.

5. The package of claim 1, wherein the mascara comprises disteardimonium hectorite.

6. The package of claim 1, wherein the mascara comprises a wax.

7. The package of claim 1, wherein the mascara comprises glyceryl monostearate.

8. The package of claim 1, wherein the mascara remover comprises mineral oil.

9. The package of claim 1, wherein the package further comprises a cap removably attached to the second reservoir distal end.

10. The package of claim 1, wherein the second reservoir is deformable to facilitate dispensing the mascara remover.

11. The package of claim 1, wherein the second reservoir is rigid.

12. The package of claim 1, wherein the second reservoir further comprises a depressible area and a one-way valve which cooperate to dispense the mascara remover from the second reservoir.

13. The package of claim 1, wherein the package further comprises a wiper in communication with the main body and extending axially away from the first cavity.

14. The package of claim 1, wherein the package further comprises a wiper in communication with the second reservoir distal end.

15. The package of claim 1, wherein the package further comprises at least one of a translucent and a transparent portion that permits a user to see how much of at least one of the mascara and the mascara remover is present.