Some people will be astounded by the lipstick art of Laura Jenkinson, a makeup artist and beauty blogger based in London, England. Others will simply be enamored with her pop culture references. Playful off of her expressive mouth, she manages to create makeup masterpieces that people might very well want to replicate for the Halloween season.
Making waves on the Internet just a month ago, she has continued to treat her nearly 70,000 Instagram followers with animated lipstick art including Super Mario, The Power Puff Girls and, of course, a beautiful tribute to Robin Williams' Genie. Essentially a mix between lipstick art and face painting, the depictions are incredibly detailed and accurate. She accompanies many of her lipstick art photos with a step-by-step blog post so that her avid fans can give them a try as well.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Animated Lipstick Art
- Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Explore the creation of interactive lipstick art that moves and changes in response to facial expressions.
- Pop Culture References
- Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Develop a platform or app that allows users to easily create their own pop culture-inspired lipstick art using interactive tools and templates.
- Detailed Lipstick Art Tutorials
- Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Create an online learning platform that provides step-by-step tutorials on creating intricate lipstick art designs, catering to individuals interested in makeup and beauty trends.
Where This Applies
- Cosmetics
- Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Integrate augmented reality technology into lipstick products, allowing customers to virtually try on different designs and patterns before making a purchase.
- Social Media
- Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Develop a social media platform dedicated to showcasing and sharing lipstick art creations, fostering a community of makeup enthusiasts and artists.
- E-commerce
- Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Create an online marketplace specifically for lipstick art, connecting artists with potential customers seeking unique and personalized lip art designs.
