the tester

L.Y.P.P.S lipstick tester acts as a hygienic barrier between the lips and the lipstick applicator, preventing direct contact with the lip and reducing the risk of transferring germs and bacteria from the lipstick to the lips. This promotes better lip hygiene and gives the consumer full freedom to explore and engage with products safely and in real time.

Say goodbye to unhygienic, bacteria-laden lipstick testers - forever!

why lipstick testers?

Research has shown that public lipstick applicators can harbor a variety of bacteria. Some of the most common culprits include:

  • Staphylococcus aureus: Often found on the skin and in the nasal passages. It can cause minor skin infections, but in more severe cases, it can lead to pneumonia, bloodstream infections, and toxic shock syndrome.

  • Escherichia coli (E. coli): E. coli can cause severe gastrointestinal distress. The presence of E. coli on lipstick testers indicates fecal contamination, which can occur when people fail to wash their hands thoroughly after using the restroom.

  • Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV): This virus is responsible for cold sores and is highly contagious. HSV can be transmitted through direct contact with an infected individual's saliva or skin. Using a contaminated lipstick tester can easily spread HSV.

A study in Philadelphia found that:

“100% of the lipstick testers examined in a busy department store were contaminated with bacteria.”

This alarming statistic highlights the ease with which bacteria can be transferred from one person's lips to another's via these communal products. The reality is, lipstick testers are breeding grounds for bacteria. The warm, moist environment of a lipstick tube makes it an ideal breeding ground for germs that can have serious, long term health implications.

L.Y.P.P.S encourages you to express yourself - safely - while having fun exploring the wonderful world of lipstick!