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AR 670-1 Lipstick Regulation 2025

Policy Update: Authorization of Lipstick and Lip Liner for Female Soldiers

  • Female Soldiers are authorized to wear solid color shades of lipstick that are not extreme.
  • Extreme colors include, but are not limited to:
    • Purple
    • Bright pink
    • Bright red
    • Gold
    • Blue
    • Black
    • Hot pink
    • Green
    • Yellow
    • Ombre
    • Fluorescent/neon colors

  • Natural colors, including tinted glosses, are authorized.
  • The optional wear of lip liner is authorized, but:
    • Lip liner must match the shade of lipstick being worn.

This is to provide a general overview of natural colors.

Lipstick Examples with Pictures

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