National Lipstick Day: 5 Modern Facts about Lipstick You Should Know
There’s something about a simple swipe of lipstick that can instantly boost a woman’s mood. A stunning shade of red lippie can make her feel gorgeous and powerful, like she can take on the day!
Women have always used lipstick’s enigmatic touch to boost their self-esteem, and to show the world that they can do what was said could not be done.
And this National Lipstick Day, it’s fun to learn interesting things about our favorite cosmetic weapon. Check out these five cool, awesome #lipstickfacts:
1.July 29 is National Lipstick Day!
No one really knows how the holiday started about a decade ago, but almost everyone is on board to celebrate one of mankind’s greatest beauty inventions that boosts a woman’s confidence stat! Lipsticks have ultimately become a symbol of power. And let’s admit it, any reason to put on a stunning shade of lipstick is pretty awesome on any particular day!
2.1912 was the year when feminists painted their lips as a sign of emancipation for the Suffragette movement.
While colored lips have been a symbol of power since the ancient times, it actually took a turn a few centuries back when it was deemed controversial as it became associated with prostitution and going against “natural” beauty. But by the early 20th century, pioneers of the Women’s Suffrage took it back as a sign of empowerment and has continued on to today.
3.The lipstick market size was valued at $8.2 billion in 2018, and is expected to reach $12.5 billion by 2026.
Through supermarkets, retail stores, direct selling, and more recently e-commerce, lipstick is now more accessible than ever. Avon reports selling 102 lipsticks via Avon Reps every minute.
With more shades, types, and formulas available in the market, women have all the luxury to choose according to their lifestyle needs and style preferences, making it one of the most profitable categories in the beauty business, and will continue to grow exponentially in the years to come.
4.The average woman spends $1780 on lipstick in her lifetime.
That’s 10% of what she spends on every other beauty product she purchases, which is at a whopping $15,000! On average, women will have about seven lipsticks in constant rotation, with two favorites she will use more frequently, according to another study. Honestly, can they blame us if we stock up some more?
5.Men will stare at red lips for 7.3 seconds, and only 2.2 seconds for bare lips.
While this University of Manchester research study is helpful, we know most ladies today color their lips because it makes them feel beautiful and confident – not for anything else. But if it grabs attention too, why not. If it works, it works!
Whether as a protest piece or a status symbol, the cultural impact lipstick has brought on to womankind has been undeniable. Lipstick isn’t simply a beauty essential – it’s a revolution and it’s here to stay, because what matters lasts.
This year, Avon is celebrating National Lipstick Day by inviting women to wear lipstick anyway– no matter what, even under a mask. Join the movement and get a chance to win Avon lipsticks by checking out Avon Philippines’ challenge here.
The next time you decide to glam up, the Avon Powerstay Matte Bullet Lipstick is a fabulous choice! Each tube promises up to 10 hours of smudge-free boldness, yet lightweight full coverage so you can wear lipstick no matter what! Check the full collection at avonshop.ph or through your local Avon representatives!
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About Avon
For over 135 years Avon has stood for women: providing innovative, quality beauty products which are primarily sold to women, through women. Millions of independent Representatives across the world sell iconic Avon brands such as Avon True Color and ANEW through their social networks, building their own beauty businesses on a full- or part-time basis. Avon supports women’s empowerment, entrepreneurship and well-being and has donated over $1billion to women’s causes through Avon and the Avon Foundation. Learn more about Avon and its products at www.avonworldwide.com.
