The self-described “Latina Maximalist” art of graphic designer and muralist Blanca Molina can be seen on the walls of local businesses in Santa Rosa and her hometown of Cloverdale, where her colorful, large-scale murals share messages of joy and positivity.

Now, Molina’s vivid works are appearing on a smaller scale – on the shelves of Lush Cosmetics stores in Santa Rosa and beyond – as her art adorns the packaging of the company’s newest line of Día de los Muertos-inspired products.

Last month, the globally recognized cosmetics brand, best known for inventing the bath bomb, released its 11-piece collection of soaps, shower gels, bath bombs and bars, fragrances and lip balm to celebrate the Mexican holiday, also known as Day of the Dead.

Typically observed on Nov. 1-2, Día de los Muertos

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