姨妈色 (yí mā sè) — Auntie Color

Literally translating to 'Auntie Color,' this term is used to describe a certain shade of lipstick or nail polish that is typically dark and mature, often associated with older women. It's used humorously and sometimes pejoratively in beauty discussions.

Example Usage

我买了一支姨妈色的口红,觉得很有气质。

I bought a dark lipstick; I think it has a lot of elegance.

Cultural Context

Often referenced in beauty blogs or discussions about makeup trends.

Category: love-friends