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Methods and apparatus are provided for customizing the cosmetics used by a consumer. A consumer provides selection data and a cosmetic product formula is generated therefrom, base ingredients are then dispensed in accordance with the formula and a customized cosmetic product is delivered onto an int

Methods and apparatus are provided for customizing the cosmetics used by a consumer. A consumer provides selection data and a cosmetic product formula is generated therefrom, base ingredients are then dispensed in accordance with the formula and a customized cosmetic product is delivered onto an intermediate surface for subsequent application. Further, a cartridge providing fluids to a customized cosmetic device is disclosed comprising one or more fluids, the fluids are stored in the cartridge, and one or more openings are provided for dispensing the fluids to a customized cosmetic product.

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1. An apparatus for producing a customized cosmetic product comprising:a section device for providing selection data; one or more reservoirs for storing a plurality of fluids; fluid metering device for producing a cosmetic product matching the selection data using the selection data and the fluids;

1. An apparatus for producing a customized cosmetic product comprising:a section device for providing selection data; one or more reservoirs for storing a plurality of fluids; fluid metering device for producing a cosmetic product matching the selection data using the selection data and the fluids; and a dispenser for depositing the cosmetic product on an intermediate surface for subsequent application, with the proviso that the intermediate surface does not comprise a container. 2. The apparatus of claim 1, further comprising:a display device for confirming the cosmetic product prior to dispensing. 3. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the intermediate surface is at least one of:a swab; a finger; a tissue; a sponge; a comb; a brush; and a plate. 4. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the intermediate surface is part of the dispensing device and the cosmetic product is transferrable from the intermediate surface to an applicator.5. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the dispensing device dispenses the cosmetic product in at least one of the forms of:a spray; a dollop; and a coating. 6. The apparatus of claim 1, further comprising:a communications port capable of receiving standard selection data for use by the fluid metering device in producing the cosmetic product. 7. A cartridge for use with a cosmetic device to supply the device with ingredients comprising:one or more fluids, each fluid having a color and a composition; a housing for storing the fluids; and one or more openings for dispensing the fluids to produce a customized cosmetic product on an intermediate surface for subsequent application, with the proviso that the intermediate surface does not comprise a container. 8. The cartridge of claim 7, wherein the cartridge is disposable.9. The cartridge of claim 7, wherein the cartridge is reusable by refilling the cartridge with one or more of the fluids.