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Cryptic: Wilted rose petal.
The Inspiration: A transformation. A constriction. A longing. Petals dry, release, and softly fall, scattering in subtle mystery.
The Color: Cryptic is a wilted rose petal shade, at once bold and softly romantic. While it is a truly wearable color, its composition of extraordinary pigments lends unparalleled complexity.
Forbidden Lipstick: An intensely saturated, rich and luxuriant lipstick carefully crafted to reveal bold, daring color and impart enduring moisture. Forbidden Lipsticks offer beautifully dense pigmentation that is remarkably lightweight on the lips; even the boldest shades feel like a comfortably long-wearing balm.
Finish: Semi-matte
Texture: Crème
Aroma: Naturally floral and herbaceous, with botanical lavender and the honeyed warmth of natural beeswax
Net Wt. 0.06 oz / 1.8 g
Packaging Note: As we thoughtfully transition to new product designs, we never want our beautiful packaging to go to waste. You may receive this product in one of two star-dusted lipstick tubes: our new design with our current logo, or our classic design with our original circle logo. It may also be packaged in a new or original retail carton as we make this change.
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or or - EJEny J.Verified BuyerReviewingForbidden Lipstick: CrypticI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars1 week agoBasically perfect
I usually wear either Clinique Black Honey or Kat Von D's Queen of Poisons and so I wanted something in that color range but with more staying power and less stickiness. This is it. It feels smooth and looks fantastic. The packaging is smaller than I imagined but it still seems like it should last me a decent amount of time.
- TMTara M.Verified BuyerReviewingForbidden Lipstick: CrypticI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars3 weeks agoHigh School
As a Millennial, browns are a necessity for lip colors. This is the most amazing 90’s lip out there!!
- JKJillian K.Verified BuyerReviewingForbidden Lipstick: CrypticI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars1 month agoBuy this and wear everyday!
It’s that elusive “my lip but better” look. Love!
- JKJillian K.Verified BuyerReviewingForbidden Lipstick: CrypticI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars2 months agoMy lips but WOW
This is the colour I have been waiting for. Blot it, swipe it, layer it, whatever. It is perfect. Especially for those of us with purple undertones in our lips! A new staple. Please make it part of the permanent collection!!!
- MRMichelle R.Verified BuyerReviewingForbidden Lipstick: CrypticI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars3 months agogorgeous tone, nice flexible formula
I love the slightly desaturated reddish-rosey brown, and personally love the lavander scent. The formula can be full coverage, blotted and blurred out for sheerer coverage, and I also like to layer it with a clear lip balm or gloss to make it more malleable/sheerer/glossier. Not the most long-lasting but it fades gracefully and that's the usual payoff for a product that's not drying. Would love a neutral/cool mid-tone 90's brown in this formula!
- SMSTEPHANIE M.Verified BuyerReviewingForbidden Lipstick: CrypticI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars3 months agoAbsolutely LOVE this color!!??
I've been eyeing this color for a long time and took the plunge to get it. I don't regret it, it works for alot of my outfits and gopes on super smooth.
