3 Lipstick Tips To Get The Perfect Application Every Time
The right colour of lipstick ties the whole makeup look together. On the other hand, if you do a shabby job at applying your lipstick, your final result will look messy and imperfect even if the rest of your makeup is flawless. Even though there are no rules to makeup, and you should do what feels right to you, a few lipstick application tips will make the process a whole lot easier. Here are some lipstick tips to help you get the perfect look every time.
1. Keep Your Lips Hydrated ALWAYS.
The first tip is not a lipstick tip but a pre-lipstick product that will help you in the long run. Whether you are someone who wears lipstick every day or someone who only whips it out on special occasions, well-moisturised and soft lips will keep your lipstick looking fresh and flawless all day long. If you have dry and chapped lips, your lipstick will settle into the cracks and will cling to the flaky dead skin. Not a flattering look!
To keep your lips hydrated, use a rich and nourishing lip balm or oil, and apply it every day, morning, and evening, while you do the rest of your skincare. If you have extremely dry lips with a lot of dead skin, exfoliate your lips once or twice every week to get rid of the dry skin and then load on a generous amount of lip balm. Moisturised lips look supple and healthy and will ensure a smooth lipstick application every time.
And that’s not all, if you’re not in the mood of an intensely pigmented lipstick and prefer a more natural and lightweight tint instead, you can try a tinted lip balm. They add a slight hint of colour to your lips while still providing intense hydration. For example, the Maybelline Baby Lips Loves Colors, available in three tinted shades, keep your lips hydrated for 16 hours with a translucent pop of colour and shine. Colour and care in one!
2. Do Not Skip Out on Lip Liner
Most people tend to go straight in with their lipsticks and do not line their lips. A lip liner not only helps you define the natural outline of your lips but can also help your lipstick last longer. If you are used to wearing creamy lipsticks or are a fan of lip glosses, applying a lip liner first will give your lipsticks and lip glosses something to adhere to, thus increasing their longevity. This lipstick application tip will prevent your lipstick from getting messy and feathering or bleeding outside of your lips. Opt for a creamy and pigmented lip liner that helps you accentuate your lips and makes your lipstick stay put. Outline or fill in your lips before going in with your favourite lipstick to slay in style.
3. Create A Canvas For A Vibrant Lip
Have you ever wondered why a bright and vibrant lip colour does not look the same on your lips as it does in the tube? This is because your natural lip colour, regardless of how light or dark it is, distorts the true colour of the lipstick. This simple lipstick tip works great for when you want to rock a bright pop of colour like a bold orange or a hot pink. Before you apply your lipstick, simply dab a tiny amount of liquid foundation or concealer and blend it into a thin layer on your lips. This will neutralise the natural pigment of your lips and create a blank canvas for your bright lipstick. Your lipstick will now look much brighter and truer than its original shade and vibrancy.
Applying lipstick is not rocket science but we understand it’s not always easy to get the perfect application. Keep these three simple lipstick tips in mind to ace your lipstick game every time. Also, try the Maybelline Virtual-Try-On tool to finalise your favourite lipstick shade from the comfort of your home, without having to spend a penny. This tool helps to try a variety of face makeup, eye makeup and lip makeup products online, without any commitments. You can also find your ideal foundation and concealer shade by heading to the Maybelline Foundation Finder tool and rock your entire makeup look in seconds!