Dispenser with a flow-through compressible gasket

Abstract

A dispenser includes a flow-through compressible gasket and housing having a reservoir for containing a product. The flow-through compressible gasket has a at least one aperture to provide a product delivery passage when the dispenser is in an open position and to prevent leakage when the dispenser is in a closed position. In some examples, the flow-through compressible gasket may be made of a material having elastomeric properties. Thus, the compressible flow-through compressible gasket provides a seal for the dispenser.

Description

Background technique [0001] Devices exist for dispensing cosmetic, pharmaceutical, food, household or other types of items. Such devices generally include an outer housing, a delivery mechanism for dispensing different types of products, and an applicator. For example, in various industries, devices for applying powders, gels, creams or lotions are employed. In the cosmetic and personal care industry, devices are used for applying lipsticks, lip oils, skin creams, lotions, compacts, powders and other cosmetics to various parts of the face and body. [0002] In general, these devices have a number of disadvantages. For example, product cannot be dispensed at a controlled rate, so that either too little or too much product comes out of the device. Another problem is that the applicator on the device will continue to flow the product out of the device once the desired amount of product has been dispensed. For example, product may leak or spill out of the device, especially wh...

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Problems solved by technology

For example, product may leak or spill out of the device, especially when reapplying from place to place during the day, resulting in wasted product and a mess for the user

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