Assembly comprising a product-packaging system with sealed closure

An assembly, comprising:

• a system for the packaging and application of a product;
• a return means capable of applying an axial force to the packaging and application system;
• and
• a device for protecting said system;
• wherein
• the system comprises:
• a receptacle for storing the product;
• a product applicator capable of being inserted into the receptacle in order to be loaded with the product to be applied;
• and
• a member for closing the receptacle bearing the applicator;
• and
• the protective device comprises:
• a cap mounted on the packaging and application system so as to at least partly cover it;
• and
• at least one means for releasing said system, the releasing means comprising:
• a means for holding the system relative to the device;
• and
• a means for actuating the holding means in order to render the holding means inactive and at least partly separate the system and the protective device,
• wherein the holding means is provided on an inner face of the releasing means and the actuation means is provided on an outer face of the releasing means opposite to the inner face, and
• wherein the return means capable of applying an axial force to the packaging and application system maintains a sealed contact between the closing member and the storage receptacle in an active position of the holding means.