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Smashbox SAFE WORD

Smashbox SAFE WORD is a neutral-toned brown lipstick in a matte finish (full, flat colour with no shine), hex #8B4A45. It sits in the medium-deep range and suits cool, neutral and warm undertones.

Colour values

Hex #8B4A45
RGB 139, 74, 69
L* 39.27
a* 26.89
b* 15.29
Chroma 30.93
Hue angle 29.62°
Undertone Neutral
Depth Medium-deep
Colour family Brown
Saturation Muted
Finish Matte: full, flat colour with no shine
Brand Smashbox
Viola id lip-1625
Last verified 2026-10-24

Who it suits

Colour theory suggests Smashbox SAFE WORD works with cool, neutral and warm undertones.

Its medium-deep depth sits most naturally on medium, tan and deep skin.

A matte finish shows SAFE WORD's full, flat colour with no shine, so it reads on the lips very close to its hex.

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