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Liptember

Join the Liptember movement and wear your brightest lipstick to raise awareness for women's mental health this September!

Tuesday

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September 2026

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATEAll of September

OBSERVED INInternationally

CATEGORYAwareness

SUBCATEGORYMental Health

INTRO

Introduction

PHOTO

Get ready to put on your boldest and most vibrant lipstick because September 1 is Liptember! This Australian-based campaign was created in 2010 to raise awareness and funds for women's mental health by encouraging people to wear brightly colored lipsticks throughout the month of September. The idea is to start conversations about mental health and show support for those who may be struggling. So go ahead, rock that red or bold purple lip and be a part of this empowering movement!

TIMELINE

Liptember Timeline

Liptember Inception

Liptember was launched in Australia to raise awareness for women's mental health, starting with a bright lipstick campaign in September.

Partnered with Major Retailer

Chemist Warehouse, a notable Australian retail pharmacy, became a major partner of the Liptember campaign bringing nationwide attention to the cause.

First Liptember Lipstick Line

Liptember advocacy expanded by launching its own line of brightly colored lipsticks, with all proceeds going towards women's mental health research.

Reaching a Million Dollar Milestone

For the first time, Liptember raises more than $1 million for women's mental health initiatives within Australia.

Partnership Expansion

Liptember extended its partnership with more mental health network organizations and increased its health program funding.

Virtual Initiatives Despite Pandemic

Despite the global pandemic, Liptember continued its advocacy by launching virtual initiatives and digital forums to keep mental health conversations alive.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate Liptember

Wear a different lipstick every day

Challenge yourself to wear a different lipstick every day for the entire month of Liptember. This is a fun and creative way to raise awareness for mental health.

HOST

Host a Liptember-themed party

Gather your friends and family and host a Liptember-themed party! Have everyone wear their boldest and brightest lipsticks and make it a fun and colorful event to spread awareness for mental health.

CREATE

Create a social media challenge

Start a social media challenge to raise money for mental health organizations. For example, for every person who posts a selfie wearing bold lipstick and uses the hashtag #Liptember, they can donate $1 to the cause.

ATTEND

Attend a Liptember event

Check out if there are any Liptember events happening in your area and attend them! This is a great way to meet new people, learn more about mental health, and support the cause.

DONATE

Donate to a mental health organization

One of the most impactful ways to celebrate Liptember is to donate to a mental health organization of your choice. Every little bit helps and can make a big difference in someone's life.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why Liptember is Important

Supporting organizations and programs

Proceeds from Liptember go towards supporting organizations and programs that provide vital services for women's mental health. This includes helplines, education programs, and accessible treatment options. Liptember helps create real change in addressing mental health issues.

Raising awareness for mental health

Liptember is an important campaign that aims to raise awareness and funds for mental health issues, particularly in women. Mental illness affects one in five Australians and it's essential to acknowledge and support those who are struggling.

Encouraging open and honest conversations

Liptember encourages people to share their personal experiences with mental health, which can help break the stigma surrounding mental illness. By encouraging open and honest conversations, we can promote a more understanding and supportive society.

Related holidays

Mental Health Awareness Month

An institutional initiative during May created by Mental Health America in 1949 to promote mental health awareness and education.

National Mental Health Awareness Week

It's time to prioritize your mental health and spread awareness during National Mental Health Awareness Week. Let's break the stigma together!

Are You Okay Day

Lend an ear, spread the care! On Are You Okay Day, let's reach out and uplift someone's spirit by showing them we genuinely care about their well-being.

Teal Talk Day

Join the conversation and raise awareness for mental health on Teal Talk Day - let's break the stigma and support each other!

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