I was thrilled to receive my Mega Effects Mascara and so excited I jumped into my car, flapped my visor mirror open and grabbed my package. I was super confused as to how to get it open so proceeded to read my "how to" leaflet inside the box. Easy peasy! I LOVE the applicator brush - I don't risk brushing my eye ball, it gets to all my lashes with 2 sweeps and is really effective! The brush is also manoeuvrable so can angle it until I'm comfortable to apply. I'm in love and would never be able to go back to my stick applicators again.