An applicator for a cosmetic product, especially for mascara or hair dye, comprising a main body that is connectable to a handle, said main body having a plurality of discs disposed parallel to one another, spaced apart from one another, wherein the spacing of the discs in the apex region is 0.2 to 2.4 mm, especially 0.2 to 1.6 mm, and in the base region 0.0 to 1.2 mm, especially 0.1 to 0.7 mm. 2.