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Lip Gloss

Benjamin Moore · CSP-1160

The Analysis

Lip Gloss is a deep, warm terracotta-rose that absorbs significant light due to its 23.3 LRV, meaning it will pull walls inward and create a cozy, enclosed feel. It is not a color that brightens a room; rather, it creates a grounded, intimate atmosphere that makes large spaces feel more manageable and snug.

This is a bold choice that works best as an accent wall or a full-room treatment in smaller, low-traffic spaces like a powder room or study. It is too intense for a neutral backdrop and serves better as a deliberate design statement.

LRV 23

History & Origin

This shade leans toward a modern, sophisticated update of 1970s earth tones. It avoids the traditional feel of heritage palettes, opting instead for a contemporary, saturated look that feels fresh and stylized.

Undertonewarm
FamilyOrange

How to Use It

Pair this color with warm wood tones like walnut or teak to play up the earthiness, and use matte black hardware to ground the pink undertones. It works best in rooms where you want to create a high-contrast, moody aesthetic rather than a light, airy one.

The Mood

Living with this color feels energizing and rich without being neon. It provides a sense of warmth and security, making it a great choice for areas where you want to feel relaxed but engaged, such as a den or a dining room.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

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Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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