Ready to explore a world of glamour and history? The Lipstick Museum awaits us, a treasure trove of cosmetic artistry.
This isn’t your typical museum. It’s a private collection curated by make-up artist René Koch. He welcomes us into his personal space, sharing his passion for lipstick.
Inside the Lipstick Museum, over 200 exhibits tell the story of this iconic product. We will learn how closely linked the history of lipstick is to the worlds of fashion and celebrity. René Koch personally guides us. He shares his insider knowledge and anecdotes.
The Lipstick Museum takes us on a journey. It starts from the early days of cosmetics to lipstick’s presence in film and television. We will see how lipstick evolved through the hippie era. The exhibits showcase lipstick’s diversity.
Look around and admire the rare and artistic lipstick cases. These artifacts come from different eras. The Lipstick Museum displays more than 150 kiss prints from famous faces. Hildegard Knef, Mireille Mathieu, and Bonnie Tyler are among them.
René Koch’s collection includes items from the Baroque period to today. The Lipstick Museum displays precious stone-studded lipsticks. You will see historical make-up cases. Even everyday products like DDR people’s lipstick are on display.
Imagine Marlene Dietrich applying her signature red. The Lipstick Museum even has some of her dresses. Classic songs fill the air enhancing the atmosphere.
Consider the lipsticks from Japan and Africa. The Lipstick Museum showcases the global appeal of this cosmetic. René Koch explains how lipstick’s development changed how women presented themselves.
Notice the Japanese make-up pouch from the 18th century. It features lip brushes, a silver case, and woodblock printing. There is also a silver container with rouge and a snuff bottle from around 1800. A historical lipstick mold from the early 30s is on display.
The Lipstick Museum also offers something special for visually impaired visitors. Regular tours and make-up tips are available for blind people.
Koch even hosted salon evenings. He reads letters from Hildegard Knef and artists recite love poems.
The Lipstick Museum is more than just a collection. It is located between the Berliner Straße and Bayerischer Platz underground stations. These stations are on lines U4, U7, and U9. Bus 104 also stops nearby.
Remember to make an appointment in advance to visit the Lipstick Museum. René Koch will personally welcome you. Group tours are available for up to 15 people. Beauty workshops and lectures can also be arranged.
As we leave the Lipstick Museum, let us reflect on the power of a simple tube. Lipstick is not just makeup. It is a symbol of beauty, history, and personal expression.