Makeup Must-Haves: Why And How You Should Use A Lip Liner

Who does not want to flaunt luscious lips? But even if you haven’t been blessed with full lips like Angelina Jolie and Megan Fox, a lip liner and ...

Who does not want to flaunt luscious lips? But even if you haven’t been blessed with full lips like Angelina Jolie and Megan Fox, a lip liner and few simple tricks is all you need to get the perfect pout.

In this post, you will learn:

• 4 reasons why you should always apply a lip liner

• How to apply a lip liner correctly in 7 easy steps

• 5 tips to apply a lip liner perfectly

4 Reasons Why You Should Always Apply a Lip Liner

When applied properly, liners make your lipstick last longer and prevent smudging. Here is why you should add them to your basic makeup kit:

Bleeding lips are a big fashion no-no! Once again, a good lip liner is all you need to ensure that the lipstick doesn’t bleed or smudge.

A lip liner can alone give you a simple yet elegant matte look with a perfect finish. All you have to do is outline and fill your lips with the lip liner to get a matte finish.

Lip liners can make your lips look bigger, fuller. When using a lip liner to create luscious lips, make sure you use it matches the shade of your lipstick. You can either outline with liner and fill in with a lipstick, or use a liner to fill in the lips too. For a bolder look, hide your lip lines using a concealer after application. If you have thin and uneven lips, a lip liner can help you create puckered-up look.

How to Apply a Lip Liner Correctly in 7 Easy Steps

Lining your lips with lip liner is quite simple, yet needs some skills and tips to arrive at the perfect finish. Here is a step-by-step guide to put on lip liner:

It is important to keep the lips hydrated and get rid of any dead skin before you apply lipstick. Else, you won’t get a smooth finish. Apply some lip balm all over your lips to moisturize. Use a soft toothbrush to gently brush away dead skin. Next, blot your lips with a tissue paper to wipe debris and remove any excess balm.

Now it’s time to add the base. Choose a lip liner that is of a color close to your lipstick to make it look natural. For day wear, you could go with natural tones like rose pinks or light mocha. For the evening, try something edgy like a siren red or hot pink.

There are many ways to shape your lips, but for beginners, it’s best to keep things simple. Start at your cupid bows in the middle of your upper lip. Draw an ‘M’ shape slightly above your natural lip line, slowly and precisely. Be careful not to overdraw!

Now move on to the bottom lip and start outlining from the center, carefully moving to the sides. Keep your mouth wide open and tighten your lips while drawing to get the perfect finish.

Once you are done with the outline, start filling in the upper and lower lip lines with a short strokes. Then, fill in the lips with the same lip liner. Do it smoothly.

If you’d like a matte look, simply apply some lip gloss and you’re done. If you want a stronger color, use a lipstick in the same shade all over your lips! Blend the color properly using a lip brush for an even finish.

To finish the application, use cotton buds or the edge of a tissue to neaten the edges. You can also apply foundation around the edges for a defined look.

3 Easy Tips to Apply a Lip Liner

After applying your lipstick, dab a bit of highlighter over your cupid bows for a fuller pout.

If you use glossy or creamy lipsticks, apply a little concealer all around your lips to prevent the colour from bleeding. Do this after you have applied the lip liner.

When using a lip liner to fill in your lips, use a lip brush to blend the color. This will even out the color and make your lips look more natural.

Final Words of Advice