Lip pencil is a conscientious decision 90s beauty hero – has made a significant comeback in recent years. But before you get started, you should learn how to apply lip pencil correctly. With the right preparation and technique, you can easily create a long-lasting look that will leave you in awe. lip combination to the next level.
Like any beauty product that requires precision, lip liner makes practice perfect. Once you've mastered the basics, there are plenty of ways to experiment and play. “Think of lip liner as a project and as a barrier to your lip color“, Sarah Kuhl, makeup artist and director of product education at SeneGenstells Glamor. “It's a small step that makes a big difference to your final look. This added definition instantly elevates your entire look.” makeupgiving it a sophisticated, finished look.”
Below, we asked professional makeup artists for a complete crash course in lip liner, from an easy step-by-step application tutorial to how to customize your look.
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What are the benefits of using lip liner?
Whether you want to draw more attention to your lips or just polish your look pomadeadding a liner to your daily routine has many benefits. Even at the most basic level of application, “Lip liner defines your shape, helps prevent smudging, and extends wear for long-lasting color,” says Kuhl.
Once you get comfortable with the product, your liner can act like a magic makeup wand, creating subtle illusions that add a lot of variety to your lip combinations. “I like using a lip liner because it allows you to be very precise and you can reshape your lips a little to make them look fuller and more even,” says Jake Wardenworld makeup expert Dolce & Gabbana Beauty.
How to apply lip liner, step by step
“Healthy, hydrated lips create a smooth surface,” says Kuhl. She recommends starting with a lip exfoliator or conditioning polish to gently remove dead skin: “Then follow with an antioxidant-rich product. luscious lip mask or Hydrating Gloss with Shea Butter to nourish and hydrate, then blot lightly to remove excess moisture before applying eyeliner. Warden advises leaving the lip mask in place while you apply the rest of your makeup. maximize hydration.
“Start by identifying your natural boundary and outline it with short, light strokes for precision,” says Kuhl. If you're new to using lip liner, try following the contours of your natural lips closely. Once you've created the initial outline, “use your finger or a small blending brush to gently blend the liner. This makes the process very gentle and easy to follow.”
Once you have created a thin outline, you can decide where and where you want to create the definition. Depending on your look, you may want to repeat certain areas for a darker, higher contrast look.
Step 4 (optional): Exaggerate
“Once you feel comfortable and confident in your true form, you can gradually begin experimenting with soft, subtle enhancements,” says Kuhl. To start, you can try rounding the center of your bottom lip to give it fullness, or creating a Cupid's bow by using more eyeliner.
How to choose a lip pencil shade
While you're learning the basics, Worden says it's a good idea to choose a shade that's close to your natural lip color, or a shade or two darker so it's visible. When choosing a shade based on your skin tone, Worden recommends:
- Soft pink, peach and nude beige eyeliners for fair skin.
- Pink, lilac or caramel shades for medium to olive skin tones.
- Pencils in rich brown, plum or deep pink for deep skin tones.
