Now that we’ve talked about How to Make Your Foundation Last – let’s move on to the lips! Who doesn’t love a nice pout am I right? The lips play such a big role in your overall makeup look – they can be neutral, add a pop of color, or coordinate with your outfit. The only problem is, as soon as you take a sip of your morning coffee, half of it is gone (ugh!). Not to worry, follow this step-by-step lip routine for lasting, kissable lips today!
How to Make Your Lipstick Last
Step 1:
Exfoliate your lips. If you’re like me, you hate when your pout develops those little bits of flaky skin. Talk about a lipstick ruiner! That’s where exfoliator comes in. There are tons of products specifically for exfoliating your lips, but I prefer to use my face scrub (just try not to get it in your mouth!). After cleansing your face, use a bit of your favorite face scrub to gently exfoliate your lips, using circular motions.
Step 2:
Now that your pout is silky smooth, make it last with lip balm. Apply a thin amount all over your lips using your middle finger. I love lip salves as they typically have few ingredients and really keep your lips moisturized.
Step 3:
This step might seem strange but, trust me, its for the greater good of your lipstick journey! Taking a sheet of tissue (a.k.a. Kleenex), divide in half so you’re only left with one ply of tissue. Press the tissue over your lips and, using your powder brush loaded with a bit of loose setting powder, apply light amount of powder directly onto tissue. A bit of the powder should seep through the tissue.
Step 4:
Apply lip liner. Lip liner is HUGE for making your lipstick last. Outline your lips AND fill them in with your lip liner for a true lasting affect. Then, repeat step 3.
Step 5:
Apply lipstick. We’re finally ready for lipstick! Swipe on your favorite shade starting at the middle of your bottom lip, working your way outwards. Repeat for upper lip.
Did this work for you? Want to know what my favorite lip products are? Let me know in the comments section below!
