A 1961 pink‑coral a.k.a. nude pink at its finest. The nude pink of all nude pinks. The nude pink that began the long-lasting trend. After all, nude pink or pink lipstick in general wasn’t a thing decades prior. It began with Elizabeth Taylor’s Cleopatra cat eye from her namesake film in the early 1960s, when not paired with red lipstick by everyday women, that sustained this trend throughout the decade followed by the trend made popular by British supermodel, Twiggy, with the Mod Look. (P.S. Elizabeth Taylor birthed the cat eye, later being called winged eye, look thanks to her role in her film Cleopatra!!! Great film btw).
A best-seller this lipstick has become, so it is no surprise it sold-out in pre-order! I do hope Besame brings back the Holly Pink shade!
Holly Pink, Besame Cosmetics’ upcoming shade inspired by the glamour of 1961, — a colour crafted not just for beauty, but for narrative. It is a pink‑coral whisper with cinematic lineage, a shade that feels like stepping into a film still from a bygone era.
Holly Pink is described as a soft medium pink with a subtle amount of coral — balanced, radiant and universally flattering . It’s the kind of shade that brightens the face without overwhelming it, offering a glow that feels effortless and refined. Besame calls it “your invitation to carefree glamour,” and that is exactly what it delivers — a colour that feels polished yet relaxed, feminine yet confident.
Regular price: $52
The finish carries a gentle sheen, giving the lips a fresh, glowing look suitable for daytime charm or evening elegance . Besame’s newly re-formulated lipstick glides on smoothly, offering buildable pigment and long‑lasting colourwhether worn sheer or full‑intensity . It’s infused with Vitamin E and vanilla making the experience as comforting as the shade itself .
But Holly Pink’s magic lies in its origin story.
Besame’s founder, Gabriela, a makeup historian, undertook extensive research to re-create the true hue associated with an iconic film heroine — a woman who embodied both vulnerability and invincibility. Film lovers have debated the exact shade for decades but Gabriela studied archival film, lighting and vintage make-up references to craft a version that captures the character’s essence with historical fidelity .
Besame describes Holly Pink as “more than a lipstick — it’s a story in a shade.” It represents transformation, mystery and boldness. Every swipe carries the poise of a bygone era — elegant, fearless, iconic.
And even though it’s coming soon, the excitement is already palpable. Reviews of similar Besame pink‑coral shades show how beloved this colour family is: everyday wearability, flattering undertones and a texture that feels silky and weightless on the lips . Customers describe shades like Holly Pink as brightening, cheerful, and confidence‑boosting — even under harsh grocery store lights. People seemed more receptive than usual and I was surprised by the smiles!
Holly Pink is poised to become one of those shades that women reach for instinctively — the kind that becomes a signature, a mood, a moment.
It is glamour without effort. It is vintage without nostalgia. It is modern with a Hollywood heartbeat.
Additional Information:
- Mineral oil free
- Paraben free
- Not tested on animals
- gluten free
- Fragrance free
- Lipstick with Vitamin E and Vanilla
- Vegan, Gluten Free & cruelty-free
- Universally flattering lipstick for different skin tones
- Vintage-shaped lipstick with 2 blunt sides and 2 sharp edges for lining lips and filling them in
Holly Pink is coming soon — and it’s already unforgettable.
I’m Stacey Hobbs, thanks for reading Face by Stace! Until next time.
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