Beauty industry events — the kind where editors, celebs, and influencers preview the latest product launches — are known for fun and playful experiences. One might be able to monogram a new compact or design a stunning flower bouquet, or for many beauty editors in New York and Los Angeles, experience a thought-provoking lipstick print reading by Ariana Lightningstorm. She’s a staple on the beauty event circuit for the Lipsology® method — but this time, we’re bringing her to you.
“Lipsology is the art and science of reading lip prints,” Ariana says about the technique, which analyzes a lipstick transfer for emotions, personality traits, energy levels and more. “When doing a reading there are 25 categories of lip prints and over 100 subcategories which include size, shape, color intensity, special markings, position and spacing, among others…so there's lots to see and tell about someone based on their lip prints.”
Developed over decades by its founder Jilly Eddy, the technique was actually born on the Johnny Carson show! Today, it’s Ariana and her Lipsology business partner Laura West that run the storied certification process for hopeful Lipsologists all over the world.
Keep scrolling to enter to win this storied experience, done virtually from anywhere, as well as the perfect lip color to use for your reading: Rose Inc’s brand new Satin Lip Color Rich Refillable Lipstick.
Curious about what to expect? Three of our staffers give a virtual Lipsology reading a try while wearing Rose Inc’s new Satin Lipsticks.
Kacie is wearing Rose Inc Satin Lip Color Rich Refillable Lipstick in Besotted
One kiss on the paper and Ariana knew that Kacie is a detail-orientated person who works hard and shines as a problem solver at work, all thanks to the size, shape, and placement of her prints.
See the small, funnel-like shape at the edge of her print? Ariana says that space means Kacie’s an excellent listener who’s great at keeping secrets. But Ariana also noticed something that needs attention: The faint color of Kacie’s transfer—which Ariana calls “ghost prints”—means she’s overdue for a vacation and needs to unplug to refuel her creative energy. That means she must be away from home, with no work, for at least three days — Lipsologist’s orders!
Courtney is wearing Rose Inc Satin Lip Color Rich Refillable Lipstick in Eloquent
Generous, expressive, and great at multitasking is how Ariana describes Courtney thanks to her full, tall lipstick print. Meanwhile, her distinct Cupid’s Bow means she likes to make people happy, which in turn makes her a great negotiator, Ariana notes. Courtney’s long and wide print means she’s a good hugger, Ariana adds, while her slightly up-turned transfer means she may wobble during stressful times, but she never falls.
Lexy is wearing Rose Inc Satin Lip Color Rich Refillable Lipstick in Persuasive
Stubborn, independent and stressed is how Ariana first read Lexy’s lip transfers, so the reading started with a piece of advice: Rest is needed. While the other two transfers feature open space, Lexy’s lips are pursed closed. Ironically enough, she created this print the day before a long weekend getaway, so Ariana suggested a follow-up appointment: Your print can change by the hour based on your emotions, so it’s a true snapshot of that moment and will likely show less tension next time.
Enter to win two 15-minute virtual Lipsology readings (one for you and one for a friend, family member, or partner); two Rose Inc Satin Lipsticks to wear during the reading; and $100 worth of Rose Inc skin and makeup essentials.
Three winners will be randomly selected on Tuesday, March 29 and informed via email. Good luck!
Besotted
Beige pink
Satin Copper
Rich red copper
White Gold Shimmer
Light gold with pearl