Point of sale cosmetic station

A system for dispensing cosmetics at a retail point of sale comprising:

• a first component that includes a housing for a delivery system comprising an automated cosmetic dispenser that includes (i) at least one panel including a window for allowing viewing of translating components of an automated cosmetic dispenser during dispensing operation, (ii) a plurality of ingredients containers, (iii) a computer for operating the automated cosmetic dispenser, and (iv) a mixer viewable through the at least one panel, and
• a second component that includes at least one first input device in signaling communication with the computer for enabling a user to select a custom cosmetic formulation, wherein a user input device is disposed adjacent to the dispensing device and is facing generally in the same direction as the window of the at least one panel.