A hush settles over the first month of the year—a soft pause between what was and what’s about to begin. The January collage captures that stillness: candlelit gatherings, ink on paper, muted architecture, and the gentle glow on bare skin—all suspended in a moment of introspection and intention .
This is the mood of early winter: cool light meeting warm undertones, serenity meeting resolve. Each shade in this month’s curation mirrors that emotional duality—a subtle flush of hope, a grounding neutral, and the whisper of something new taking shape.
Meet the Shades
ICY GLOW 06 BETTER – Soft Apricot Rose
BETTER diffuses into the lips with a quiet radiance—think frozen sunlight warming as it touches skin. Its soft apricot rose tone brings life back to cold-weather complexions, offering a hydrated, plumped sheen that stays comfortable from morning journaling sessions to late-night toasts.
OBJET LIQUID 014 TENSION – Warm Tan Beige
TENSION embodies the neutral sophistication of January—clean lines, uncluttered spaces, and a return to self. Its warm beige tone creates the perfect understated lip, sculpting without shouting and softening without disappearing. It’s the shade you reach for when everything else asks for clarity.
FITTING BLUSH 03 ECSTASY – Vibrant Coral Pink
ECSTASY is the heartthrob of this month’s palette—the moment the sky turns unexpectedly rosy at dusk. It enlivens the complexion with a spirited pop of color, awakening your features and balancing January’s neutral tones with a playful, elevated energy.
How to Wear Your December Mood
Icy Glow BETTER — The Soft Awakening
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Start with moisturized lips.
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Glide BETTER from the center outward, letting the gel-oil tint melt naturally into your lip line.
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For extra dimension, tap a tiny drop over the cupid’s bow.
Pairs well with: minimal base makeup, brushed-up brows, and soft gold highlighter for a fresh, early-year glow.
OBJET LIQUID TENSION — The Grounding Neutral
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Apply a thin layer along the natural lip shape; blur with your fingertip for a soft-focus effect.
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Build a second layer only at the center for depth without heaviness.
Pairs well with: monochrome taupe eyes, clean wing liner, and sculpted yet subtle contour—perfect equilibrium.
FITTING BLUSH ECSTASY — The Spark of Life
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Kiss your brush into the powder lightly; tap off excess.
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Sweep across the apples of the cheeks, then lift upward toward the temples.
- Add an extra tap on the nose bridge for a youthful, winter-brightened look.
Pairs well with: glossy skin finishes, soft apricot or nude lips, and pearl accents for a modern romantic mood.
Shop the January Mood