Lipstick

Lipstick is a cosmetic product used to apply color and texture to lips, often made of wax and oil. Different pigments are used to produce color, and minerals such as silica may be used to provide texture. The use of lipstick dates back to early civilizations such as Sumer and the Indus Valley Civilisation, and was popularized in the Western world in the 16th century.

Some lipsticks contain traces of toxic materials, such as lead and PFAS, which prompted health concerns and regulation.

Back to Makeup & Hair →

Source: Wikipedia · Image: Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

BEAUTYSPRITE

Beauty tips, skincare routines, and makeup tutorials — plus the beauty tools you'll actually use.

Get new guides by emailOccasional emails. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.

InformationAbout Contact Privacy Policy Terms of Service Disclaimer Affiliate Disclosure Cookie Policy

Every species, image, fact, and figure is drawn from Wikipedia and Wikimedia Commons, used under public-domain and Creative Commons licenses. No content is AI-generated.