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Feel like your lipstick is always running out on you? Want
it to hang out a little longer? Here are nine steps to lock those lips
into place!
The secret to setting your lipstick isn't really a secret. It's a combination of prep, application, and product choices. Check out these tips for a long-lasting lip.
1. To ensure your
lipstick lasts, you'll want to ensure there are no flakes of dead skin
renting out space on your pout. Use a lip scrub like e.l.f. Lip
Exfoliator or Bliss Fabulips to exfoliate those little dudes away.
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2. Next, apply a
hydrating, non-oily lip balm. Anything with a waxy consistency is
preferred over a slippery texture that will cause color to slide right
off. I love Sephora's Super Nourishing Lip Balm.
3. Pat a little
foundation or concealer over lips. Don't entirely erase your mouth, but
cancel out your lip's natural pink so that your lip color's true hue
comes through. This also gives it a little something extra to adhere to.
If you have a dark skin tone, this also helps enhance the lipstick's
true color.
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4.
If you're wearing a bold lip color, outlining the outer edge of your
lip line with concealer or the NYX Wonder Pencil will create a barrier
to prevent bleeding. It's basically like installing a fence for your
lipstick! Outline and tap softly with your finger to blend.
5. Now, take a lip liner
and outline the lips, as well as fill them in. The lip pencil is drier
than lipstick and serves as a layer of color for the lipstick to grab
onto. I am using NYX Slim Lip Pencil in Rose.
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6. Begin
applying your color selectively, instead of just swiping across the
whole lip. This makes for even, controlled application. I am using the
Bite Beauty High Pigment Lip Pencil in Quince. I've had particularly
good luck with this product's staying power and the pigmentation is just
beautiful.
7. Fill in the rest of your lips.
8. Take
a tissue and separate it into two halves. Place one sheet on your lips
and dust a translucent powder like Make Up For Ever HD Powder over the
lips, through the tissue. This is a trick you'll see makeup artists
doing backstage at fashion shows. Now you won't worry that it's some
model torture treatment. This sets the color, without depositing a layer
of powder.
9. Lightly apply a bit more lipstick on top. Now smile. Your lip color is ready to go the distance!
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Did you know?
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Did you know?
- There is no such thing as a lipgloss that lasts all day. If you want a glossy look, you will have to reapply throughout the day. Or place a dab in the center of the lip and not all over.
- Matte formulas will last longer but can be drying, so don't skip the prep!
- Using lip liner will always make your color last longer. Make sure you fill in the lip entirely!
- Use a lip brush for a more precise application.
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