National Lipstick Day is on July 29. Splurge on that high-end red lipstick you’ve been coveting! Lipstick has undoubtedly existed for thousands of years, and has been made from a bizarre assortment of substances, ranging from gemstones to crushed insects. It has also come to represent so many things for women, particularly throughout the ages, and remains an integral part of many women’s current makeup regimens. It’s no wonder that the expression “I feel naked without my lipstick!” is so common.
The background of National Lipstick Day
National Lipstick Day is a commemoration of everything lipstick has done for us — life is so much more enjoyable with lipstick! It also has a much more intriguing past than one might expect.
Most likely, the first individuals to wear lipstick were ancient Sumerians. Not only did crushed gemstones adorn their lips, but also their eyes and visage. In Ancient China, beeswax was used to make lipstick, and in Ancient Greece, courtesans applied berry-derived pigments to their lips.
Queen Elizabeth’s appearance was extensively imitated in 16th-century England, where a bright white face and hyper-crimson lips were worn. It was only worn by courtesans and actors, as it was deemed improper for the general populace.
In France, the first commercial lipstick made of deer tallow, castor oil, and beeswax was created in the 19th century, and the product took off. The United States soon followed suit, applying lipstick with a brush instead of a tube. During World War II, lipstick was in short supply and began to be packaged in plastic and paper containers. During this time period, the first long-lasting, non-smearing lipstick was invented!
Since the early 20th century, when colours were limited, the number of shades of lipstick has expanded. Each decade introduced a new fashion trend and popularised new hues. In the 1970s, exciting colours such as navy blue with glitter and lime green with frost were introduced.
Makeup tutorials and “get ready with me” videos currently dominate social media platforms such as Instagram and YouTube. Some makeup artists achieve immense fame and make a livelihood by recommending various lipsticks and demonstrating how they look on viewers. The lipstick industry has become a major participant in the cosmetics market and provides users with the opportunity to express themselves through cosmetics.
NATIONAL LIPSTICK DAY ACTIVITIES
Buy that colour you’ve been admiring.
We are aware that cosmetics can be quite costly. But what better way to commemorate how incredibly enjoyable it is to wear purple lipstick than to purchase one today? Even if you don’t want to spend a lot of money, it’s incredible how much a new retail brand colour can improve your mood.
Post a makeup tutorial
With the proliferation of cosmetics tutorials on Instagram and YouTube, inspiration is abundant. Create your ideal appearance and select a few hues to test on your followers.
Check out the label and the history.
Did you know that rouge was once composed of whale blubber? You might be astonished to learn that it’s still made with vile substances, such as animal fats. Examine your lipsticks at home and make eco-friendly purchasing decisions.
5 LIPSTICK FACTS THAT WILL BLOW YOUR MIND
After working in a dermatologist’s office during World War II, the fearless female chemist Hazel Bishop discovered how to create smudge-proof lipstick; she is responsible for our long-lasting pouts!
Lipstick accounts for $1780 of the $15,000 that the average woman spends on cosmetics over the course of her lifetime.
During the 1912 NYC Suffragette Rally, many early feminists, including Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Charlotte Perkins Gilman, painted their lips as a symbol of emancipation.
Winston Churchill kept lipstick in production during World War II, despite the cessation of most makeup production, because he believed it bolstered morale.
Guerlain’s KissKiss Gold and Diamonds Lipstick is available for $62,000; it contains 110 grammes of 18-karat gold and 199 diamonds!
NATIONAL LIPSTICK DAY DATES
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | July 29 | Saturday |
| 2024 | July 29 | Monday |
| 2025 | July 29 | Tuesday |
| 2026 | July 29 | Wednesday |
| 2027 | July 29 | Thursday |
