Customised lipstick workshop – Paris 1er

Making lipstick from scratch is a satisfying change of pace from Paris’s usual museum-and-monument routine. At Kimiko Craft’s workshop, you choose a color and work with natural ingredients to make a personal beauty product, with an instructor guiding the process.

I like two things in particular: you get to experiment with colors and scents rather than settle for a ready-made shade, and you leave with a product you made yourself. The small group, limited to eight people, should also give you room to ask questions and enjoy the hands-on work.

One consideration: the workshop is 90 minutes, and the specific session covers one of three topics: semi-matte lipstick, gloss lipstick, or lip balm. If you have your heart set on one format, check which topic is available when you book.

Key points before you book

• Choose one beauty project: The session focuses on semi-matte lipstick, gloss lipstick, or lip balm, rather than all three.
• Make a shade to suit you: You’ll blend colors and explore natural ingredients, with scents and oils among the options described for the workshop.
• Take home your creation: One finished product is included, described as a lipstick, though the workshop topics also include lip balm.
• Expect a small group: Sessions are for two to eight participants, a good size for a shared activity without a large class feel.
• Tea, coffee, snacks, and photos are included: The workshop is set up as a social craft session, not just a demonstration.
• Plan for 90 minutes in Paris 1er: You’re asked to be at the meeting point ten minutes early.

A Paris activity with a useful take-home result

This workshop gives you a break from looking at things and a chance to make something. That can be a welcome change on a city trip, especially if you enjoy beauty, crafts, or trying a new skill with a friend. The result is small enough to pack and personal enough to remind you of the afternoon.

The experience is presented as a sustainability-minded introduction to lipstick making. You’ll work with natural, eco-friendly ingredients and learn about their properties and benefits. That gives the activity more substance than simply mixing colors for fun, although it is still a short introductory session, not a professional cosmetics course.

You do not need to arrive with a precise formula in mind. The idea is to explore shades and textures that suit your taste, with guidance from the instructor. If you already know you prefer a particular finish, choose the session topic accordingly: semi-matte, gloss, or lip balm.

What happens during the 90-minute session

The workshop takes place at Kimiko’s Paris 1er location. You’re asked to arrive at the meeting point ten minutes ahead of time, where the team will meet you. The exact address and starting times depend on availability, so check those details before setting off.

Once inside, the focus is on making your chosen product. All materials are provided, and the instructor guides you through blending ingredients and working toward a shade and texture you like. You’ll also hear about the ingredients and why they are used. The supplied details do not lay out a fixed, minute-by-minute schedule, so expect the session to adapt around the selected project and the group.

Color is a central part of the appeal. You can make a lipstick in a color you like, and the workshop offers a range of colors, scents, and oils. That leaves space to go classic or experiment a little. If you are unsure what will suit you, the instructor can help you think through the choices, though the details do not promise a particular consultation or shade-matching service.

The workshop also includes snacks and tea or coffee. These make the session feel more like a relaxed creative outing than a quick class. You can share the experience with a friend, compare choices, and take a breather from the city’s pace.

Many photos of you during the workshop are included. That is a nice extra if you like having pictures from an activity, particularly when your hands are busy and you would not be taking many yourself. The exact number or style of photos is not specified, so treat this as a photo opportunity rather than a professional portrait session.

At the end, you take home one product. The details describe this as one lipstick, while the available topics include lip balm as well as two lipstick styles. If you are booking the balm session, it is sensible to confirm exactly which finished item you’ll take home.

Choosing between semi-matte, gloss, and balm

The key decision is which of the three workshop topics you want. A semi-matte lipstick is the straightforward choice if you want to focus on a lipstick with a less glossy finish. The gloss option suits you if shine is the point. Lip balm is the alternative if you would rather make a simpler, everyday product.

The workshop is not described as a session where you make all three. It covers one topic, so check the available option before you reserve. That is especially important if you are going with a friend and have different preferences. You can enjoy the same outing while making sure the session suits both of you.

You’ll have room to personalize the color, and the workshop’s range of scents and oils adds another layer of choice. Still, the final result depends on the project and the options available in the room. If you have sensitivities or a specific ingredient question, ask the organizer before booking rather than assuming every ingredient will suit you.

Kimiko Craft and the small-group setting

The experience is run by KIMIKO CRAFT PARIS, and instruction is offered in English and French. The group size ranges from two to eight participants. That upper limit is useful: you are unlikely to be part of a big class, and the format is better suited to asking questions than a crowded demonstration.

A participant has named Kim as someone who helped shape the workshop time. That gives you a name to listen for, but the information does not guarantee that Kim will lead every session. The team’s welcome and the instructor’s guidance are part of the experience; the specific instructor may vary.

The minimum group size is two. If you are traveling solo, check availability for your chosen date before making plans. With a friend, partner, or small group, the activity has a natural social side: you can make different choices while sharing the same table and comparing results.

The highlights also include flower creation, but the details do not explain whether that is part of the lipstick session or a separate craft element. If this is a deciding factor for you, ask what it involves rather than counting on a flower-making activity as part of the 90 minutes.

How the price compares with the experience

At $69 per person, this is more expensive than buying an ordinary lipstick, of course. You are paying for a guided activity, materials, a take-home product, snacks and hot drinks, and workshop photos, as well as the chance to make a shade that feels personal. The value is strongest if you enjoy the process and the company, not if you are judging it only by the retail price of the finished item.

The 90-minute length makes the cost easier to place in a day’s plans. It is a contained activity rather than a half-day commitment, and it gives you a creative break without requiring you to bring equipment or ingredients. All materials are provided.

For a beauty fan or craft-minded visitor, the combination of instruction and making something yourself can justify the price. If you are mainly interested in getting a low-cost product, it probably will not. Think of it as a Paris activity with a useful souvenir, rather than a bargain cosmetics purchase.

Who will enjoy it most

I’d recommend this for people who like beauty products and hands-on projects, especially friends looking for an activity they can do together. The small group and choice of color make it more personal than a standard demonstration. One participant described having a particularly fun, surprising time with a friend, which captures the workshop’s appeal for creative people who are open to trying something unfamiliar.

It also suits you if you like learning what goes into a product you use. The session introduces natural ingredients and their properties, alongside the practical work. You should not expect an advanced course in cosmetic chemistry, but you’ll leave with more than a finished item if you pay attention to how the ingredients are used.

It may be less appealing if you dislike making choices, prefer a polished product with a guaranteed exact shade, or want a long technical class. The activity is short and social, and the details do not promise that every possible color or scent is available. It is best approached with curiosity, not a strict formula.

A few practical details to keep in mind

The advertised duration is 90 minutes, and sessions are available at different starting times depending on the date. Arrive ten minutes early at the meeting point. Since the instructions say the team will meet you there, allow time to find the location and avoid cutting it close.

English and French instruction is available. The group has between two and eight participants, and all materials are supplied. Snacks, tea or coffee, photos, and one product to take home are part of the experience.

Booking can be kept flexible: you can reserve without paying immediately, and cancellation up to 24 hours in advance is eligible for a full refund. Check the exact terms and availability for your date when booking.

Should you book the lipstick workshop?

Book it if you want a creative Paris activity, enjoy experimenting with beauty products, and like the idea of taking home something you made. The strongest reasons to go are the personal color choices, the small group, and the relaxed extras of snacks, hot drinks, and photos.

Skip it if you expect to make several products, need a specific finish that is not available on your date, or are looking only for the cheapest way to buy lipstick. Before you reserve, confirm which topic is being offered and clarify the take-home product if you choose lip balm. For the right person, this is a pleasant way to spend an hour and a half making a souvenir that is both practical and distinctly your own.

FAQ

How long is the lipstick workshop?

The workshop lasts 90 minutes.

Where does the workshop take place?

It takes place at Kimiko’s workshop in Paris 1er. You are asked to arrive at the meeting point ten minutes early.

What can I make?

The workshop can cover one of three topics: semi-matte lipstick, gloss lipstick, or lip balm.

Can I choose my lipstick color?

Yes. The workshop is described as making a natural lipstick in a color you like, with a range of colors, scents, and oils available.

Are the materials included?

Yes. All materials are provided at the workshop.

Do I take home what I make?

Yes. One finished product is included to take home. The experience describes this as one lipstick, while lip balm is also offered as a topic.

Are food and drinks included?

Snacks and tea or coffee are prepared for you.

What languages are available?

Instruction is available in English and French.

How many people can join a session?

The group size is from two to eight participants.