# 3D-Printed Mascara Applicators Chanel's Le Révolution Volume Mascara Brush Amplifies the Product By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2018-03-21 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mascara-applicators References: [premiumbeautynews](http://www.premiumbeautynews.com/en/chanel-takes-a-major-step-with-a) It would seem that with each newly released mascara product comes an equally novel [mascara applicator](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fingermimicking-makeup-applicators), but the new Le Révolution Volume from [Chanel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camlia-futura) is particularly noteworthy for its design. Back in 2007, Chanel filed a patent for the creation of cosmetic products applicators with 3D printing, which included a [3D-printed mascara brush](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adapte-collection). Now, Chanel will soon be launching its new product with a brush that has been created with additive manufacturing. Chanel’s Le Révolution Volume mascara brush apparently features a new shape that would otherwise be impossible to create, were it not for 3D printing. The new design has a granular texture to improve upon the way the product adheres to the lashes, as well as a form that prevents clumping. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/cosmetics) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **3d-printed Cosmetic Applicators:** The use of 3D printing technology in the cosmetic industry presents opportunities for designing innovative applicators for a variety of products. - **Additive Manufacturing for Makeup Tools:** The use of additive manufacturing can lead to the creation of unique, custom-made makeup tools that cater to specific user needs and preferences. - **Novel Mascara Brush Designs:** The development of new mascara brush designs that leverage the benefits of 3D printing can enhance the performance and overall user experience of cosmetic products. ### Who This Affects Most - **Cosmetics:** The incorporation of 3D printing technology in cosmetics and makeup tools can drive innovation and disrupt traditional manufacturing processes. - **Manufacturing:** The adoption of additive manufacturing for the production of cosmetic applicators and tools presents opportunities for manufacturers to create more efficient and cost-effective processes. - **Beauty:** The use of 3D printing in the beauty industry can lead to the development of more personalized and innovative products that improve customer satisfaction and product performance. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [3D-Printed Makeup Brushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/futura-avant-lab.md) - [Innovative Mascara Applicators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/innovative-mascara-applicator.md) - [Curvaceous Contoured Mascaras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/covergirl-eye-enhancer-3d-mascara.md) - [Dramatic Luxury Mascaras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-mascara.md) - [Dramatic Length-Lifting Mascaras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/extensionist-mascara.md) - [Consumer-Driven Mascara Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lash-princess-mascara.md) - [Length-Extending Mascaras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revitalash-cosmetics.md) - [Fingerprint Application Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fingermimicking-makeup-applicators.md) - [Sleek Lash-Defining Mascaras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lancome-1.md)