How to Apply Liquid Lipstick: 5 Pro Makeup Tips You Need to Know
Liquid lipsticks are the best, but they can be quite tricky to perfect! I’m going to show you how to apply liquid lipstick so you can pull off that lovely, sheen look. So, here are a few tried and tested hacks to wearing liquid lipstick like a pro. Ready? Let’s start!
Tools and materials:
- Liquid lipstick
- Matching lipstick
- Lipbalm
- Kleenex or wet wipe
- Lip liner
- Foundation
- Beauty blender
1. Prep lips first
The first liquid lipstick mistake is applying it over dry and non-prepped lips. This will really enhance the dryness of the lips.
Always make sure to prep your lips by exfoliating first. Go over your lips with a lip balm, and then gently scrub your lips with a wet wipe. This will really get rid of the dead skin cells.
Then, go in once more with your lip balm to moisturize your lips.
Kiss the back of your hand to get rid of any excess lip balm.
Here’s a fun tip: if you have pigmented lips like I do, apply foundation over your lips to cancel out any pigmentation.
Taking this extra step before applying liquid lipstick can go a long way.
2. Use lip liner
The next mistake is not using a lip liner underneath. So, when you try to trace your lips with the liquid lipstick applicator, the lipstick ends up drying in the process, and you get that perfect defined line.
It’s important to use a lip liner before applying liquid lipstick. Also, create some dimension by applying lip liner to the sides of your lips.
This not gives off a defined outline but also allows for quick application.
As you can see, my lips are more defined and not messy.
3. Don't apply too much at once
The next mistake is applying too much product. I know we want to get that full pigment on our lips, but this is not the way. If you apply too much product, your lips will look very cakey. You don’t want to even think of putting your lips together; otherwise, they’ll look like a mess.
The best way on how to use liquid lipstick is by removing excess product from the wand before application.
Apply a thin layer at a time. Another important tip is to apply another layer of liquid lipstick while it’s still wet; don’t wait for it to dry. This allows for a smoother application without making your lips look too cakey!
4. Mix lipstick consistencies
To avoid that circle you get at the inner rim of your lips, apply a creamy lipstick of the same shade to the inner rims.
You should now be good to go!
5. Remove lipstick before reapplying
It’s almost impossible to touch up on your liquid lipstick throughout the day. If you apply a fresh layer over the old one, it will look somewhat cakey and cracked.
So, removing and reapply the lipstick as needed is always a good idea.
Don’t remove it with a kleenex or wet wipe first; first, apply a lip balm, and then remove.
Then, go ahead and reapply your lipstick to get fresh-looking lips.
How to apply liquid lipstick
So, those are my tips and tricks to applying liquid lipstick perfectly. I hope you enjoyed this tutorial on how to use liquid lipstick. Now, your lips will look lush, shiny, and smooth!
Products used:
- Lip Balm - Yes to Carrots
- Lip Liner - Kiko Milano Creamy Colour Comfort Lip Liner in 304
- Lipstick - Colourpop Matte liquid lipstick in Clueless
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Wanna avoid having dry lips? Buy jar of coconut oil and use before bedtime.
Great idea! Wipes are easier to carry around, I’ve also used a sugar scrub with coconut oil that works really well! You’re right, two thin coats are better than one thick one. Thanks for the reminder!