How to Apply Lipstick Like a Pro
Posted by MAYA DEISS
When it comes to lipstick application, it's all about precision. With our step-by-step guide, you'll learn how to line your lips, fill them in, and add the finishing touches for a stunning, bold look that will last all day. Plus, we'll share insider tips and tricks to help your lipstick stay put through meals, drinks, and storms if possible! Whether you're a lipstick lover or a newbie, this article has something insightful. If you're looking for that picture-perfect pout every time, keep reading!
Step-by-Step Guide to Applying Lipstick
- Start with a clean canvas: Ensure your lips are free from lip balm or residue. The first thing you should do is to exfoliate your lips. Use a gentle lip scrub or a soft toothbrush to do this. Exfoliating your lips will remove dead skin cells and create a smooth surface. The best part? It gives your lips a natural, plump appearance.
- Line your lips: Use a lip liner that matches your lipstick shade or is slightly darker. Start from the cupid's bow and carefully outline the natural shape of your lips. Then, line the rest of your lips, staying as close as possible to the natural lip line.
- Fill in your lips: Use the same lip liner to fill in your lips. This will create a base for your lipstick and enhance its longevity.
- Apply the lipstick: Using a lip brush or directly from the tube, apply your lipstick starting from the center of your lips and moving outward. Be careful to stay within your lip line. If you do, wipe it off before it sticks or apply concealer.
- Blot and reapply: Blot your lips with a tissue to remove any excess product after the first application. Then, reapply another layer of lipstick for a more intense color.
- Clean up the edges: Use a small concealer brush or a cotton swab dipped in makeup remover to clean up any mistakes or smudges around the edges of your lips.
- Add the finishing touches: For a polished look, lightly dust translucent powder around your lips to set the lipstick and prevent smudging.
How do you choose the right lipstick shade for your skin color?
Selecting the perfect lipstick shade can make or break your look. Imagine spending hours crafting the perfect look only to ruin it with a lipstick shade that doesn’t suit you. Follow these tips to find a shade that complements your skin color and enhances your natural beauty:
- Determine Your Undertone: Are you warm-toned or cool-toned? Look at the veins on the inside of your wrist – if they appear bluer, you have cool undertones, and if they appear more green, you have warm undertones. Choose lipstick shades that match your undertone for a more harmonious look.
- Consider Your Skin Tone: Fair-skinned beauties can wear soft pinks, corals, or nudes. Medium skin tones can rock berries, mauves, and rosy pinks. Darker skin tones can pull off bold reds, deep plums, and rich browns.
Now that you've mastered the art of lipstick application, let's move on to some tips for achieving long-lasting lipstick.
How do you achieve a long-lasting lipstick?
To make your lipstick last all day, try these tips and tricks:
- Use a lip primer: Apply a lip primer before your lipstick to create a smooth base and improve its longevity.
- Layer and set: Apply your lipstick in thin layers, blotting between each layer. This will build up the color and help it adhere better. After the final layer, set your lipstick with a translucent powder or a makeup setting spray.
- Avoid oily foods: Oily foods can break down your lipstick, causing it to fade or smear. Opt for non-greasy meals when wearing lipstick.
- Drink through a straw: When sipping beverages, use a straw to prevent your lipstick from transferring onto the glass.
- Carry touch-up essentials: To keep your lipstick looking fresh throughout the day, carry a small mirror, lipstick, and a lip brush for touch-ups.
Congratulations! You've now learned how to apply lipstick like a pro. By prepping your lips, choosing the right shade and finish, and following these simple steps, you can achieve a flawless, long-lasting pout that will turn heads. Go out there and unleash your inner makeup artist – the world is your canvas, and your lips are your masterpiece!
