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5 Incredible Women Who Changed the World (and the Lipstick Shade We’d Totally Make for Them!)
March 8th is International Women’s Day, and let’s be real—it’s not just another day on the calendar. It’s a reminder that women across the world have shattered ceilings, redefined norms, and kicked butt while doing it. And they did it all without needing makeup, external validation, or anyone’s permission. But because we’re GoPlay Cosmetics, home of the LipsKit (our fab DIY lipstick maker), we thought—what if we could whip up the perfect lipstick shade for these inspiring women based on their seasonal color analysis? Because, honestly, if they did ever decide to rock a custom lip color, it should be one as iconic as they are. So, here are five incredible women (amongst many!) from different backgrounds who changed the world—and the lipstick shades we’d create just for them. 1. Malala Yousafzai – The Fearless Voice for Education Credit: Wikipedia Commons Who is she? Malala Yousafzai is the youngest-ever Nobel Prize laureate and a tireless advocate for girls’ education. Born in Pakistan, she survived an assassination attempt by the Taliban at just 15 years old—simply because she wanted girls to have the right to go to school. Instead of backing down, she doubled down. Today, through the Malala Fund, she’s helping millions of girls access education worldwide. Malala's Color Season & Lipstick Shade: Malala has warm undertones, deep brown eyes, and a radiant, glowing complexion—making her a Warm Autumn in seasonal color analysis. That means rich, earthy tones complement her beautifully. Malala's custom GoPlay Lipskit Shade: GoPlay LipsKit Recipe here Courageous Coral – a bold, warm coral-orange that reflects her vibrant energy and relentless spirit. It’s strong, yet joyful—just like her. 2. Ruth Bader Ginsburg – The Legal Trailblazer Credit: Wikipedia Commons Who is she? RBG. The Notorious RBG. The woman who made gender equality her life’s mission and transformed the U.S. legal landscape. As a Supreme Court Justice, she spent decades fighting for women’s rights, LGBTQ+ rights, and equal pay. She was also known for her iconic lace collars and dissents that were as legendary as she was. Ruth's Color Season & Lipstick Shade: RBG had cool undertones, a fair complexion, and striking dark hair, making her a Cool Winter in seasonal analysis. That means deep, bold shades with cool undertones suit her best. Ruth's GoPlay Lipskit Shade: GoPlay LipsKit Recipe here Rebel Berry – a deep, cool-toned berry shade that’s sophisticated, unapologetic, and powerful—just like her legendary legal mind. 3. Wangari Maathai – The Environmental Warrior Credit: African Feminist Forum Who is she? Kenyan environmentalist Wangari Maathai didn’t just talk about saving the planet—she literally planted millions of trees to do it. She founded the Green Belt Movement, empowering women in rural Africa to fight deforestation while also championing human rights and democracy. Oh, and she was the first African woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize. Wangari's Color Season & Lipstick Shade: With her deep skin tone and warm undertones, Wangari was a Deep Autumn. That means rich, warm shades with a bit of drama suit her best. Wangari's GoPlay LipsKit Shade: GoPlay LipsKit recipe here Earthy Ember – a rich, burnt sienna shade that mirrors her connection to the land, resilience, and fiery passion for justice. 4. Frida Kahlo – The Artistic Revolutionary Credit: The Australian Academy of Media Who is she? Frida Kahlo wasn’t just an artist—she was an entire movement. A Mexican painter known for her striking self-portraits, she turned her pain and struggles into powerful, surrealist art. She defied conventions, embraced her identity, and lived life unapologetically—unibrow and all. Frida's Color Season & Lipstick Shade: Frida’s warm olive skin and dark hair put her in the Deep Autumn category. She looked phenomenal in warm reds, oranges, and golden hues. Frida's GoPlay LipsKit Shade: GoPlay LipsKit recipe here Fiery Cactus – a bold, spicy red-orange that screams creativity, passion, and individuality—just like Frida herself. 5. Serena Williams – The Unstoppable Champion Credit: Vanity Fair Who is she? Serena Williams isn’t just one of the greatest athletes of all time—she’s a force of nature. With 23 Grand Slam titles, she redefined women’s tennis while breaking down barriers for Black women in sports. Her dominance, resilience, and confidence (both on and off the court) have inspired millions. And let’s not forget—she did all this while shutting down critics, championing body positivity, and balancing motherhood like the GOAT she is. Serena's Color Season & Lipstick Shade: Serena has deep skin with warm undertones, making her a Deep Autumn. She radiates in rich, earthy tones and statement shades. Serena's GoPlay LipsKit Shade: GoPlay LipsKit Recipe here Game, Set, Ruby – a fierce, deep red with warm undertones that embodies power, passion, and the unwavering determination of a champion. “The most courageous act is still to think for yourself. Aloud.” – Coco Chanel So what do these women have in common? They've broken barriers and defied expectations, they stood up for what they believed in, and they did it all without needing any external validation. They never needed any makeup to make them shine, but if they did chose to wear some, it better be as iconic and unique as them Want to Create Your Own Powerhouse Lipstick? Just like these inspiring women, your lipstick should be 100% unique to YOU. Why not use the GoPlay LipsKit to discover and create your own unique lip shades that compliment your inner light! No more hunting for the perfect lipstick—it’s already in your hands. So this Women’s Day, celebrate your own power, beauty, and individuality. Mix up a shade that’s as fierce as you are. HAPPY WOMEN'S DAY! ----------- P.S. Which of these powerhouse women (or others) do you relate to most? And what’s your power lipstick shade? Tell us in the comments! 😍
10 easy ways to make your beauty routine more eco-friendly
Cue the lights, music, and animal print… Okay, now that we have your attention, let's talk about how to go green when it comes to your beauty duties. Beauty routines are an essential part of our lives now, but they can also have a significant impact on the environment. From the packaging of products to the chemicals they contain, beauty routines can be a source of pollution and waste. But, you don't really have to sacrifice on glamming up to lead a more sustainably lifestyle. There are hacks that can help you be more earth-friendly while enjoying your colors! It's easier than you might think.
The Environmental Cost of Looking Good
Escalating environmental shifts and global warming made the environmentalists call out the beauty industry. Did they do the right thing? Glamour! Beauty! Allure! Razzle-Dazzle! These are words that come to mind when we think of the beauty and fashion industry. And it is just how it should be. Millions of new aspiring makeup artists, skincare specialists, beauty pageants, and social media influencers play their part in promoting sometimes unrealistic standards of beauty to the world at large.
What's Makeup Made Of? <p><strong> Clean Makeup Decoded</strong></p>
Chemicals in beauty products have received a lot of bad press recently, and tons of 'organic' and 'clean' brands are popping up every day piggy-backing on this trend. Unfortunately, most of these brands resort to green washing. Many claim that they only produce "Clean Makeup", but a glance at their ingredients will prove that this is little more than marketing jargon. Many who claim their products are 'Organic', unless they are USDA certified, they're likely to have heavy metal, lead, growth hormones etc. in their fertilisers and manure.
GoPlay Cosmetics - not your average beauty brand.
When you put the above in perspective, it's not difficult to see that 'your average beauty brand' is actually in the business of packaging, and not of the product itself. Now consider this - Only 1 out of 8 makeup products bought is actually used. The rest 7 are rarely or never used. That's a wastage of 87% of time and money for consumers.