REVIEW · USA
Lip Print Beauty Bar Charlotte: Create Your Own Lipstick or Gloss
The best part of this Charlotte activity is that you do not have to settle for a ready-made shade. You make one from scratch, choosing the color and extras that fit your taste, then take home the finished lipstick or gloss. I like the creative freedom and the fact that the finished product is vegan-friendly and cruelty-free.
I also like that the one-hour session works for a mother and daughter, a small birthday outing, or a casual group activity. The main thing to consider is the price: at $65 per person, this is more than buying a lipstick, so its value comes from the hands-on experience rather than the makeup alone.
Key Points to Know Before You Go

- Make any color you want: Choose a familiar pink or red, or try something less usual, including green.
- Add personal extras: Customize your product with glitter, shimmer, lip plumper, flavor, and fragrance.
- Take home one finished product: The price includes materials for one custom lipstick or lip gloss.
- Plan for about one hour: The session is short enough for a city outing but gives you time to mix and blend.
- Good for mixed ages: Children and adults can take part, making this a useful choice for family time.
- Small-group setting: The maximum group size is 16 people, with a licensed or certified English-speaking guide.
Making Your Shade at 210 E Trade Street
You meet at Lip Print Beauty Bar Charlotte, at 210 E Trade St C250 in Charlotte. The activity begins and ends at this same location, so you do not need to arrange transportation between several stops.
The central idea is simple but appealing: instead of searching shelf after shelf for a close match, you create your own. You can aim for a traditional lipstick shade, a playful gloss, or something unusual. Pink and red are easy starting points, but the experience also allows bold choices such as green.
That freedom matters most if you enjoy makeup as a form of self-expression. You are not limited to the colors normally stocked in a shop, and you can make a product for a costume, special event, personal style, or pure fun.
A licensed or certified English-speaking guide leads the session. The supplied information does not give the guide’s name, so you should not expect to book a particular person. The guide’s role is to provide the materials and help you through the mixing and blending process.
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Mixing and Blending Your Custom Lip Product

The hands-on portion is the heart of the activity. You create your lipstick or lip gloss from start to finish, rather than watching someone else make it for you. You choose the shade, combine the ingredients, and work toward the final product.
That makes the experience more engaging than a standard cosmetics purchase. You get a clear beginning, middle, and end: select your preferences, blend the product, and finish with something you can use at home.
The one-hour length is well judged for this kind of outing. It gives you enough time to make decisions and enjoy the process without turning the activity into a full-day commitment. If you are planning several Charlotte activities, this can fit neatly into a morning or afternoon.
Still, do not expect a full makeup lesson or an extended beauty workshop. The stated experience centers on one custom lip product. If you want to make several items, you should check what additional options are available before booking, since the included materials cover one lipstick or lip gloss.
Choosing Glitter, Shimmer, Flavor, and Fragrance

After choosing the basic product, you can add extras. The options listed include glitter, shimmer, lip plumper, flavor, and fragrance. These choices let you shape not just the color but also the look and feel of the finished item.
Glitter and shimmer are useful if you want a more playful or noticeable product. A simpler shade without those additions may suit someone who wants an everyday look. Flavor and fragrance make the product feel more personal, while lip plumper adds another cosmetic option to consider.
I would encourage you to think about the recipient if you are making this as a family activity. A child may want a bright color or sparkle, while an adult may prefer a softer shade. Since each person makes a separate product, the same session can work well for different tastes.
The available information does not specify the exact range of scents, flavors, or plumping strength. You should ask the guide about those choices when you arrive if you have a particular preference or sensitivity.
Taking Home a Vegan-Friendly, Cruelty-Free Product
At the end, you take home the lipstick or gloss you made. That gives the activity a useful souvenir, not just a memory or a photograph. You can use the product later and remember the Charlotte outing when you do.
The products are described as vegan-friendly and cruelty-free. That will matter to shoppers who try to avoid animal-derived ingredients or products tested on animals. The information does not provide a full ingredient list, so anyone with allergies or strong ingredient restrictions should ask for more details before mixing.
The finished item also adds value for a gift or celebration. You could make a shade for yourself, or treat the session as a shared activity in which each person leaves with something different. The product is small, but the personal choice behind it is what makes it feel special.
One practical point: the price includes the materials for one custom lipstick or lip gloss, not a collection of products. If you want to make a body product too, Lip Print Beauty Bar also offers an organic custom body butter bar, but the supplied tour details do not say that body butter is included in this one-hour booking.
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Why Families and Small Groups Like This Format
This is a family-friendly activity for both children and adults. That makes it easier to plan than an outing built around age limits or a specific skill level. You can bring a child who enjoys color and craft projects, while adults can make something more restrained or fashion-focused.
The experience also works for a girls’ day, a mother-daughter outing, or a birthday plan. One review described an aunt and her nieces having a particularly good time, with staff giving the girls personal attention. Another parent said her daughter especially enjoyed making lip gloss. Those details suggest that the activity works best when the group wants to create together, not simply shop.
The maximum group size is 16 people. That is large enough for a small celebration but not so large that the activity must be treated as a major event. The actual feel of the session can depend on how many people are booked at your time, so groups seeking a quieter visit may want to ask about availability.
The activity is not limited to women or to people who already know makeup. The color choices can appeal to anyone who likes design, novelty, or hands-on activities. The unusual shade options also make it more than a routine beauty appointment.
Is $65 a Fair Price?

The listed price is $65 per person. That is a premium price for a single lipstick or gloss, especially when compared with ordinary cosmetics from a shop. You are paying for the guided activity, the materials, the chance to design the shade yourself, and the finished item to take home.
I think the value is strongest for a special outing. If you only need a new everyday lipstick, buying one is cheaper and faster. If you want a shared experience with a child, niece, friend, or small group, the creative process gives the price a better reason.
The cost also makes the experience easier to assess. You should book it because you want the activity, not because you expect a bargain beauty product. The product is the souvenir, while the mixing and decision-making are the main event.
Gratuity is not included. Keep that in mind when setting your budget. The supplied information does not list extra charges for the color choices or add-ons, so ask the staff if you want to confirm whether every listed customization is covered in the $65 price.
Timing, Opening Hours, and Group Size

The published schedule lists Wednesday and Thursday hours from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., for the date range shown from June 13, 2024, through June 5, 2026. Since business hours can change, confirm the time available for your chosen date before you go.
The activity lasts about one hour. That makes it easy to pair with other plans in Charlotte, but you should avoid booking another time-sensitive activity immediately afterward. A little space is sensible in case your group takes longer to choose colors or there is a scheduling delay.
This experience is booked about 27 days ahead on average. That is a useful planning clue, especially if you want a particular day or hope to bring a group. It does not mean every date fills that far out, but booking early is sensible for birthdays, family visits, and weekend plans.
Your ticket is mobile, so you can keep the confirmation on your phone. Confirmation is received when you book. The meeting point and end point are the same, and the location is near public transportation.
Accessibility and Practical Details
Service animals are allowed. Most people can participate, and the activity has no stated special fitness requirement. The supplied information does not describe wheelchair access, seating, or specific facility arrangements, so anyone needing those details should contact Lip Print Beauty Bar before booking.
The guide speaks English and is licensed or certified. If someone in your group needs another language, no other language service is listed.
Cancellation is free if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Cancel inside that window and the payment is not refunded, and changes made within 24 hours are not accepted. This policy is fairly clear, but it means you should not wait until the last minute if your plans are uncertain.
Who Will Enjoy Lip Print Beauty Bar Most?
I would choose this for someone who likes making things, experimenting with color, or leaving an activity with a personal keepsake. It is especially suitable for families with children, mother-daughter outings, birthday groups, and friends looking for something different from a meal or shopping trip.
It is also a good pick for a person who has never found the right lipstick shade. You can create a color that standard brands may not sell, including a striking shade that would be hard to find in a regular store.
I would be more cautious if you want a low-cost cosmetic purchase, a long workshop, or a broad beauty treatment. The session focuses on one lip product and lasts about an hour. The body butter bar is mentioned as another offering, but it should not be assumed to be part of this booking.
Should You Book This Charlotte Experience?
Book it if you want a playful, hands-on outing and like the idea of leaving with a lipstick or gloss made to your preferences. The strongest reasons are the freedom to create unusual colors, the choice of personal add-ons, the family-friendly format, and the vegan-friendly, cruelty-free product.
Skip it if $65 feels too high for one cosmetic item or if you would rather spend your time on a longer Charlotte attraction. For everyone else, Lip Print Beauty Bar offers a clear, manageable experience with a fun result: you make the shade, you make the choices, and you take the finished product home.
FAQ
Where does the Lip Print Beauty Bar experience take place?
It starts and ends at Lip Print Beauty Bar Charlotte, 210 E Trade St C250, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA.
How long does the activity last?
The experience lasts approximately one hour.
What is included in the $65 price?
The price includes the materials to make one custom lipstick or lip gloss and guidance from a licensed or certified English-speaking guide.
Can I make any lipstick or lip gloss color?
You can create the color you want, with examples ranging from pink and red to green. The experience is designed to let you make a unique shade.
What add-ons are available?
Listed options include glitter, shimmer, lip plumper, flavor, and fragrance.
Can children take part?
Yes. The activity is family-friendly and suitable for children and adults.
How many people can join the activity?
The maximum group size is 16 people.
What are the opening hours?
The published hours are Wednesday and Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., for the date range provided. Confirm the available time when booking.
Can I cancel for a refund?
Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start time are not refunded, and changes inside that period are not accepted.
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