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Make a one-of-a-kind lipstick or gloss in a 60-minute studio session at Queen City Quarter. Mix pigments, choose a finish and add scents or SPF to create a personalized product to take home.
Make a one-of-a-kind lipstick or gloss in a 60-minute studio session at Queen City Quarter. Mix pigments, choose a finish and add scents or SPF to create a personalized product to take home.
Step inside a bright studio on the second level of Queen City Quarter and the ordinary cosmetics aisle falls away. A workbench of pigments, a small pot of gloss, and a few precise tools turn into a hands-on chemistry lesson where color comes alive under your hands. The city noise filters through windows; inside, you mix, scent, and mold the exact lip finish you've been hunting for.
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Operated by Lip Print Beauty Bar Charlotte · Charlotte, North Carolina
Step inside a bright studio on the second level of Queen City Quarter and the ordinary cosmetics aisle falls away. A workbench of pigments, a small pot of gloss, and a few precise tools turn into a hands-on chemistry lesson where color comes alive under your hands. The city noise filters through windows; inside, you mix, scent, and mold the exact lip finish you've been hunting for.
Charlotte’s beauty scene borrows from its rapid-growth history — a southern manufacturing hub turned commercial center — and this studio sits in a redeveloped entertainment block that used to focus on nightlife. The area’s brick-and-steel backdrop echoes the practical side of local craft: makers, designers, and small-batch entrepreneurs reshaping old spaces.
Expect a short primer on formulas (matte, crème, gloss, balm), a palette of pigments, and options for add-ins like SPF, plumping agents, or shimmer. The process is equal parts creative and technical: measuring bases, blending pigments, and pouring products into molds that will harden into a wearable tube or jar.
Practical guidance: book the 60-minute session in advance, arrive with clean skin to test shades properly, and flag any fragrance or ingredient sensitivities before you mix. Bring a small tote to keep your finished product upright on the ride home. The studio is wheelchair accessible and family-friendly; children can make lip gloss versions. This experience suits anyone curious about formulation or just tired of off-the-shelf shades — it’s a compact, hands-on way to leave Charlotte with a product you actually want to use.
easy.
1 hour.
No special fitness required; suitable for children and adults.
The workshop runs about 60 minutes and includes time to select a base, mix pigments, add enhancements, and package your finished product.
Yes — the studio’s materials are labeled cruelty-free and vegan-friendly; ask staff about specific ingredient sources if you have strict standards.
Children can make custom lip gloss; check age policies with the studio and note that some additives may not be suitable for very young kids.
For a full refund cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled time; cancellations within 24 hours are not refundable.
Charlotte’s nickname, the “Queen City,” honors Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz; the Queen City Quarter occupies a revitalized entertainment district in uptown Charlotte.
Choose refillable containers when possible and dispose of leftover pigments according to studio guidance; the venue emphasizes vegan and cruelty-free formulations to reduce animal impact.
Lip Print Beauty Bar Charlotte operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Step inside a bright studio on the second level of Queen City Quarter and the ordinary cosmetics aisle falls away. A workbench of pigments, a small pot of gloss, and a few precise tools turn into a hands-on chemistry lesson where color comes alive under your hands. The city noise filters through windows; inside, you mix, scent, and mold the exact lip finish you've been hunting for.
Step inside a bright studio on the second level of Queen City Quarter and the ordinary cosmetics aisle falls away. A workbench of pigments, a small pot of gloss, and a few precise tools turn into a hands-on chemistry lesson where color comes alive under your hands. The city noise filters through windows; inside, you mix, scent, and mold the exact lip finish you've been hunting for.
Charlotte’s beauty scene borrows from its rapid-growth history — a southern manufacturing hub turned commercial center — and this studio sits in a redeveloped entertainment block that used to focus on nightlife. The area’s brick-and-steel backdrop echoes the practical side of local craft: makers, designers, and small-batch entrepreneurs reshaping old spaces.
Expect a short primer on formulas (matte, crème, gloss, balm), a palette of pigments, and options for add-ins like SPF, plumping agents, or shimmer. The process is equal parts creative and technical: measuring bases, blending pigments, and pouring products into molds that will harden into a wearable tube or jar.
Practical guidance: book the 60-minute session in advance, arrive with clean skin to test shades properly, and flag any fragrance or ingredient sensitivities before you mix. Bring a small tote to keep your finished product upright on the ride home. The studio is wheelchair accessible and family-friendly; children can make lip gloss versions. This experience suits anyone curious about formulation or just tired of off-the-shelf shades — it’s a compact, hands-on way to leave Charlotte with a product you actually want to use.