How To Choose And Apply A Lip Liner
Sucharitha V
Updated At 13 Sep 22
If you want to achieve that perfect pout, then you need to include lip liners in your collection. Do you want to know how to choose lip liners? Do you want to know how to apply it perfectly? Then, use this guide to learn how to choose and apply lip liners!
What is a lip liner?
A lip liner is a lip pencil that is used to outline your lips before you apply lipstick.
Why should you use a lip liner?
You can use this handy little product for many different reasons.
- It defines and enhances your lips
- It can prolong the wear of any lipstick
- It prevents lipstick or lip gloss from bleeding
- Lining and filling your lips with a liner ensures that you have colour left even if your lipstick fades
- Filling in your lips with a liner helps lock in your lipstick colour
How to choose a lip liner?
Lip liners come in many different shades, knowing the exact look that you want to achieve can help you choose the perfect shade.
Everyday wear:
Choose a lip liner closest to your lipstick colour. You can choose a slightly lighter lip liner shade but do not go for a darker shade for everyday wear.
Bold look:
If you want to achieve a bold look and make your lips look fuller, then choose a lipliner which matches your lipstick colour perfectly and another lip liner which is a shade lighter than your lipstick.
For application, firstly use the lip liner which is similar to your lipstick color to outline your cupid's bow.
Then, use the lighter lip liner to fill in the remaining area. Later, blend it with a lip brush.
Natural look:
If you simply want to enhance your own lip colour, then choose a lip liner which is similar to your own lip colour. Define and fill in your lips with the liner to get a natural look.
Lip liners come in various shapes and sizes. So, think about your own preferences and the finish you want to have while buying a lip liner.
How to apply a lip liner?
Applying a lip liner is easy and quick, so mastering this art will just take a few minutes.
- Prep your lips by exfoliating and then using a lip balm.
- Hold your lip liner at a 45 degree angle and use light, short strokes. Start by drawing a line from the centre-upward and centre downward lips and work your way towards the outer corner of your lips.
- Fill in your lips with the liner lightly and then apply your lipstick or lip gloss.
Tip: Sharpen your pencil after every use to prevent any bacteria and then warm it up slightly rubbing it between your thumb and index finger for 2 seconds to soften the tips.
So, this was everything you needed to know about lip liners! Use this guide to make the process of choosing and applying lip liners easy!
