Chemical pigments can produce extremely bright, highly saturated, and intensely “high-energy” colors.
Yet when applied to skin, they often appear jarring.
Plant-based pigments are different.
They inherently possess low saturation, light transparency, and softness.
They naturally harmonize with human skin tones, bone structure, and aesthetic sensibilities.
Ancient Chinese reds were never fluorescent, but rather:
Pomegranate Red: Warm with a hint of fruitiness
Jujube Red: Steady and grounded
Dewdrop Pink: Subtle and understated
Purple Grass Red: Cool yet soft
Dragon's Blood Resin: Calm and enduring
Osmanthus Blush: Naturally creamy
These hues don't convey “powerful beauty,”
but rather comforting beauty, enduring beauty, beauty that is uniquely yours.
So while many international brands chase “viral orange-reds” and “high-saturation American reds,”
I prefer to let plants whisper to me:
“What does Eastern red truly look like?”