Patent ID: 7429141
Filing Date: 2008-09-30
Classification: A46B

Abstract:
1. A packaging and applicator device for a cosmetic product, including: a container having an aperture; a cap intended to close the container aperture, wherein the cap is connected to an applicator by a rod and a resilient means of return, and wherein the rod includes a first portion having a lengthwise axis; a guide integral with the cap; wherein the applicator is connected by a pivot zone to said first portion; and wherein the resilient means of return is arranged so as to constrain the pivot zone such that the applicator is caused to form a non-zero angle relative to said lengthwise axis, wherein the guide includes a first recess, and wherein at least part of the rod extends inside the first recess and the applicator projects outside of the guide, wherein the pivot zone is positioned inside the first recess, and wherein the rod includes a second portion that emerges from the guide, and wherein a ring is provided on the second portion and the ring cooperates with bearing surfaces provided at an inner circumference of the guide to cause the non-zero angle.