It might be hard to keep lipstick looking perfect for hours. A smudged or faded lip color may ruin your look, whether you’re at work, out to eat, or out for the night. The good news is that you can get a long-lasting, bright pout with the appropriate products and practices.
Here are ten simple techniques and tricks to help your lipstick last longer:
- Exfoliate your lips to have a smooth base.
To put on lipstick perfectly, you need a flat surface to start with. Not only does dry, flaky skin make lipstick look uneven, but also makes it crack and wear off quickly. Use a lip scrub or a simple mix of sugar and honey to gently cleanse your lips once or twice a week. You can also use a damp toothbrush to gently brush your lips and get rid of dead skin. This step makes sure that your lipstick goes on perfectly. - Drink water, then blot: Always moisturize
Your lips require moisture to stay healthy and full, just like your skin. Put on a moisturizing lip balm or a little bit of petroleum jelly at least 5 to 10 minutes before you put on your lipstick. This stops your lips from growing dry and stops color from settling into small wrinkles. Use a tissue to wipe up any extra balm so that your lipstick can stick to a surface that isn’t greasy. - Apply a lip primer or foundation
A lip primer is a secret weapon that makes color remain longer. A small amount of concealer or foundation works just as well as a primer if you don’t have one. This base helps your natural lip color fade away, which makes the lipstick color stand out. It also makes a sticky film that keeps the color on your lips and stops it from feathering. - Use lip liner to outline and fill in.
For a look that lasts, you need a lip liner. Pick a liner that is quite similar to the color of your lipstick. First, draw a line around your lips, and then fill in the whole lip region with the liner. This makes a strong base coat that protects your lipstick and keeps it in place even when the top layer starts to go off. - Add layers to your color to make it stronger.
For a longer-lasting finish, employ the layering approach instead of one thick coat. Put on your initial small layer of lipstick, and then use a tissue to gently blot it to get rid of any extra oil. Put on a second coating to make it even more intense and long-lasting. This method helps keep the pigment in place, making the stain last longer. - The Tissue and Powder Trick
Makeup artists love this approach for producing lipstick that won’t budge. Put a single-ply tissue over your lips after you put on your initial application of lipstick. Using a fluffy brush, lightly sprinkle some clear powder over the tissue. The powder will keep the lipstick in place and keep the color from fading. - Pick the Right Formula
Some lipsticks last longer than others. Liquid lipsticks and matte lipsticks usually last the longest. They are really pigmented and dry to a finish that doesn’t transfer. Creamy and satin formulas are more pleasant, but you have to touch them up more often, especially after eating or drinking. Lip glosses don’t last as long as other types of lip products, but you can put them over a matte lipstick to add shine. - Stay away from foods that are oily
Lipstick hates oil more than anything else. It breaks down the pigment, which makes the color fade or smear. Be careful when you eat greasy or oily foods. If you know you’re about to eat something greasy, you might want to wear a liquid lipstick and be ready to touch it up with your liner and lipstick afterward. - Use Spray to Set It
A last spritz of makeup setting spray can help keep your lipstick in place, just like it does for your foundation. This adds an extra layer of protection, which is great for those long days or nights when you need your makeup to look perfect. - Have your lipstick ready
Even if you do everything well, you might still need to do a quick touch-up. Keep your lipstick and liner with you so you can quickly and easily touch up. With the right preparation and a few touch-ups during the day, your lips will look fresh and vibrant all day long. Last Thoughts To make your lipstick last, you need to plan ahead, apply it in the appropriate way, and pick the right formula. You may change the way you wear lipstick by exfoliating, hydrating, applying a lip liner, and setting the color with powder. These easy yet helpful strategies will help you show off a pout that really lasts, making your whole makeup look finished and long-lasting.