Customize Your Perfect Shade: Creating Your Own Lipstick at Lip Lab

Mikeya Summerville
Oct 14, 2024
3 min read

If you’ve ever struggled to find the perfect lipstick shade or wanted to create a color that’s uniquely you, then you need to experience Lip Lab. This innovative beauty destination allows you to create custom lipstick shades tailored exactly to your style and preferences. As a beauty enthusiast, I was beyond excited to try out this one-of-a-kind experience, and let me tell you—it did not disappoint!

Here’s everything you need to know about visiting Lip Lab and how you can create your own dream lipstick and/or lip gloss.

What is Lip Lab?

Lip Lab is a boutique that specializes in customized lipstick creation. Founded by the beauty giant Bite Beauty, Lip Lab offers a unique, hands-on experience where you work with a professional color expert (Lip Lab Artist) to craft your ideal lipstick from scratch. Whether you're in search of the perfect nude, a bold red, or a fun seasonal shade, the power is in your hands to design it.

How Does It Work?

The process of creating your custom lipstick is fun, creative, and simple. Here’s a step-by-step breakdown:

Color Consultation: You’ll sit down with a color expert who will help you determine what shade and finish you’re looking for. If you already have a color in mind, great! If not, they’ll help guide you based on your skin tone, preferences, or even the mood you want to express with your lipstick.
Mix and Match: The next step is all about experimentation. Your color expert will mix different pigments, and you get to try them on until you’ve found the perfect hue. It’s like being in a beauty lab, testing out different combinations!
Choose Your Finish: After picking your color, you’ll choose from a variety of finishes such as matte, satin, or sheer. You can even select additional options like a scent (think vanilla, citrus, or mint) to give your lipstick an extra personal touch. I chose pomegranate and mango!
Customize Your Packaging: As if creating the lipstick itself isn’t fun enough, you’ll also get to pick the packaging. Lip Lab offers beautiful and sleek cases, and you can even engrave your name or a special word on the lipstick tube for that final, personalized detail. I named my lipstick, Sincerely, Bougie and the lip gloss, Sincerely, Chic of course!
Walk Away With Your New Fave Lipstick: Once your lipstick is blended and poured, it cools and solidifies. In just a short time, you have your one-of-a-kind lipstick, ready to wear and show off!

Why I Loved the Lip Lab Experience

I’ve always been obsessed with finding the right lipstick, and after my visit to Lip Lab, I want to make so many more! The entire experience was personal and fun, and I left feeling like a beauty chemist. What’s even better is that I created a color that fits my everyday style but is unlike anything I could find at a regular makeup counter.

Aside from the custom aspect, Lip Lab is perfect for special occasions. Whether you’re creating a signature wedding-day color or hosting a bachelorette or birthday event, it’s the ultimate beauty lover’s experience.

Pro Tips for Your Visit:

Bring Inspiration: Before you go, think about the kind of look you’re going for. If you have a favorite outfit, skin tone considerations, or even a lipstick shade you love but want to tweak, bring that with you to help guide the process.
Take Your Time: Don’t rush the experience! The consultation process is half the fun, so enjoy the process of mixing, trying on shades, and exploring different finishes.
Book in Advance: Lip Lab experiences are quite popular, so I recommend booking your session in advance, especially if you’re planning a special event or going with a group.

The Lip Lab experience is a must for any beauty enthusiast or anyone who loves the idea of personalized products. Whether you're seeking a unique shade to fit your mood, or just looking for a fun and creative outing with friends, you’ll walk away with more than just a custom lipstick—you’ll leave with a memory and a truly one-of-a-kind product.

Lip Lab can be found in various states, so visit their website to see if there is one near you!

Check out my TikTok videos where I walk you through the experience and show you the colors that I made.