A beautiful piece of mid-century beauty history, this vintage Germaine Monteil Super Moist lipstick in the shade Sunny Plum No. 6 reflects the elegant cosmetic design of the mid-1960s. The lipstick features the brand’s classic white tube accented with a wide gold band, a minimalist yet refined packaging style typical of upscale department store cosmetics from this era.

During the 1960s, Germaine Monteil cosmetics were sold primarily in luxury department stores and were known for their high-quality formulations and sophisticated presentation. The Super Moist line was marketed as a moisturizing lipstick formula at a time when cosmetics were shifting from the frosted finishes of the early 1960s toward richer, creamier lip colors.

The base label reads:

“Germaine Monteil Cosmetiques Corp – Super Moist – Sunny Plum No. 6 – Net Wt. 1/4 oz – New York, N.Y.”

This labeling style and weight marking place the lipstick’s production most likely around 1964–1968, making it a wonderful collectible example of mid-century cosmetic design.

Whether displayed on a vintage vanity, included in a cosmetic collection, or used as a styling prop, this lipstick captures the refined glamour of 1960s beauty culture.

Details

Brand: Germaine Monteil

Product Line: Super Moist

Shade: Sunny Plum No. 6

Net Weight: 1/4 oz

Estimated Era: circa 1964–1968

Packaging: white tube with gold band

Manufactured in: New York, N.Y.

Condition Notes

Lightly swatched. Lipstick bullet remains intact but shows a small dent at the top where the cap contacted the lipstick, visible in the photos. The tube shows minor cosmetic wear consistent with vintage cosmetic packaging. Bottom label remains present and readable. As with most vintage cosmetics, this piece is best considered a collectible display item rather than for cosmetic use.

Please take a moment to view the photos alongside the description to fully appreciate the condition and character of this piece.

Cache Archive Record

Some treasures are simply too special to part with. This piece was retained for the personal collection of Ethereal Aether Cache.