Yanzhi Lipstick

Yanzhi Lipstick
by Bruce Tao

• Awarded April 15, 2021
• CLIENT: Bruce Tao
• 32.201

Yanzhi is a lipstick inspired by the rouge papers used in ancient China. The design returns a classical cosmetic form to modern daily life. A gentle push on the bottom of the case moves the lipstick paper outward. The user then presses the lips onto the paper to apply color, and the paper is drawn back by a small tab. The case is made of PP plastic, a material suitable for direct contact with cosmetics and food, and the lipstick part is made of waterproof, tear resistant paper. The thin, flat body fits easily into a wallet.