Commercial artist Harvey Ball created the iconic smiley face image in 1963 and since then, it has become the universal symbol of goodwill and optimism. Ball later initiated World Smile Day, celebrated annually on the first Friday of October. This happy holiday is dedicated to performing acts of kindness and sharing a smile with those that need it most.
This year, we’re celebrating World Smile Day with dual lip and cheek products that highlight those pearly whites and help you spread some cheer. Each product features smile-inducing colors that are sure to brighten up anyone’s day. Give them to those who need a little pick-me-up, or get them for yourself so you can keep the good feelings going after World Smile Day ends.
RMS Beauty Lip2Cheek in Smile, $36
Celebrate World Smile Day with a properly named product that’ll have you cheesin’ every time you wear it. Lip2Cheek in the shade Smile delivers a 1950’s-inspired shade that drenches lips in a soft, coral-pink color. The buildable formula lets you customize your look for a healthy glow and pigmented pout with a moisturized, dewy finish.
ILIA Multi-Stick in All of Me, $34
Is there anything this multi-stick can’t do? Ilia’s creamy, yet non-greasy formula adds a sheer wash of bright color to cheeks, lips, and even eyes. All of Me complements every smile with a warm, watermelon hue. Formulated with an organic combination of healing ingredients that includes vitamin E and shea butter, it’s sure to make your complexion happy!
Kjaer Weis Cream Blush in Happy, $56
This shade of Kjaer Weis Cream Blush is called Happy for a reason. The peppy pink color alone will instantly brighten your mood, and the moisturizing ingredients will keep you elated as you enjoy total hydration. Infused with an age-defying blend of jojoba oil, castor seed oil and rosa rubiginosa seed oil, this multi-use blush nourishes cheeks and lips with creamy, skin-strengthening color.
Nudestix Nudies Matte Blush & Bronze in Sunkissed, $32
Custom-made in Korea, Nudestix’s Nudies Matte Blush & Bronze lets you apply soft, matte color to your skin and blend with its built-in stippling brush. The shade Sunkissed features a bronzed pumpkin shade that’s perfect for contouring cheeks or applying to lips for a fall-approved smile.
Benefit Cosmetics ChaChatint Cheek & Lip Stain, $18
Benefit’s signature stain is back with the same rich color you love and new easy-to-use doe foot applicator. The lightweight formula blends easily into skin for weightless, bold color that cheers up any makeup look. ChaChatint delivers a tropical, mango-tinted shade for vibrant cheek and lip looks that stay smooch-proof and smudge-proof while you get your smile on.
