Though it might surprise many, a great number of lipsticks have mid to long wear potential if only applied using simple makeup hacks. Whether you’re on the beach or under the mistletoe, here are 5 simple steps to long wearing, bold lipstick!
© Pippa O’Connor
Chapped lips are a red lipstick’s enemy! Model and Instagrammer Pippa O’Connor suggests Fresh’s Sugar Lip Polish, which exfoliates and hydrates, using a soft, chemical-free formula that contains brown sugar and jojoba oil.
© Estée Lalonde
Once exfoliation has successfully gotten dust, dried skin and impurities out of the way, time to hydrate. Lifestyle blogger and YouTuber Estée Lalonde discovered Rêve de Miel lip balm by Nuxe years ago, and swears by it now! A tip: the gritty, sugary texture of this balm will allow you to skip step 1 when in a pinch.
© Lily Pebbles
Lip liner is underrated, yet it can do wonders in helping your lipstick stay on all day. In her latest tutorial, Lily Pebbles uses MAC Cherry Lip Liner, and draws a thick line, allowing her lipstick to stay on despite minor blotting – you might want to fill in the entire lip. Liner is also a great way to amplify one’s cupid arc if desired!
© Ingrid Nilsen
If, unlike Ingrid Nilsen, the thought of drinking out of a white mug while rocking a bright lip horrifies you, keep this tip in mind. After applying a layer of your chosen lipstick, make sure to blot it using a tissue. This will create a lip stain of sorts, and help it stay on longer!
© Anna Gardner
Liner applied and blotting done, time to put on the last layer! Will you go with a classic red lip, similar to Anna Gardner’s, or a more demure shade ?
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