r.e.m. Beayty x Wicked Explores Wicked: For Good's Darker Themes
Laura McQuarrie — September 24, 2025 — Pop Culture
A r.e.m. Beauty x Wicked collection launched for the first part of the movie-musical centered on two witches of Oz, and with Wicked: For Good hitting theaters soon, a second Wicked collab with Ariana Grande's own beauty brand is coming to share "a modern take on everything Ozian." Since the second instalment of the story about Glinda the Good and Elphaba, also known as the Wicked Witch of the West, is thematically darker and heavier, this new r.e.m. Beayty x Wicked collaboration follows suit with moodier hues.
The Ozian Forest Eyeshadow Palette features jewel tones, several greens and a subtle nod to the iconic yellow brick road. Similarly, Poppy Plumping Lip Glosses are available in three shades inspired by the iconic flower field that plays a role in Dorothy's journey home.
The Ozian Forest Eyeshadow Palette features jewel tones, several greens and a subtle nod to the iconic yellow brick road. Similarly, Poppy Plumping Lip Glosses are available in three shades inspired by the iconic flower field that plays a role in Dorothy's journey home.
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Pop-culture Beauty Collaborations — Collaborations between beauty brands and popular movie franchises are creating thematic cosmetic lines that intrigue both fans and beauty enthusiasts.
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