Patent ID: 8141596
Filing Date: 2012-03-27
Classification: A45D,B01F,B65B,G07F

Abstract:
1. A retail point-of-sale custom cosmetic formulation dispenser, comprising: a) a ingredient carrier that is mounted for translation by a motor about at least one axis; b) a plurality of containers each filled with a different ingredient for a custom cosmetic formulation, and each being mounted to the ingredient carrier; c) an automated actuator for dispensing the ingredients from the containers; d) a holder for receiving and holding a package into which the custom cosmetic is to be dispensed; e) a housing for substantially enclosing the plurality of containers and the ingredient carrier, f) means for controlling the temperature of ingredients during dispensing; g) at least one sensor for detecting the presence of a part that moves within the dispenser; h) a mixer device for mixing contents dispensed into the package; and i) means for attaching and/or removing a lid from the package.