An applicator (1) for a tampon has an outer tube (2) and an inner tube (3). The outer tube (2) and the inner tube (3) are entirely formed of polyolefin such as polyethylene or polypropylene. A tip portion of the inner tube (3) is inserted into a grip tube portion (7), and the distal end face of the inserted inner tube (3) is facing an absorber (4). A distal end portion of a containing tube section (6) is a push-out opening and a petal element (8) is provided continuously to the push-out opening.