There is no art of applying lip liner, depending on your lip shape, your technique on how to apply lip liner may vary. Lip liner when used properly and of the right shade according to your lipstick, can create symmetry of lips and enhance lip features. If you want to learn more about the importance, usage of lip liners and the combos of lip liners available at Colors Queen.
To master the guide on how to apply lip liner correctly, follow these steps:
Step 1: Prepare Your Lips
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Exfoliate
This part is most important in lip care. You can use an exfoliating scrub or just honey and sugar to exfoliate your lips at least twice a week. If you have flaky or chapped lips, exfoliating will help remove all the dead skin and give you a smoother surface for an even application of lipstick.
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Moisturize
Once you are done with exfoliation, moisturize your lips using a hydrating lip balm or a lip mask. You have to apply this at least 15 minutes before and avoid using balm with wax in it, as a thinner consistency lip balm or mask will get absorbed in your lips rather than just sitting on the surface.
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Primer
This step is optional, some prefer to apply primer before lipstick application, as this helps in creating an even surface and your lipstick and lip liner stay for a longer time.
Step 2: Choose Correct Shade of Lip Liner
Select a lip liner according to the look that you want to create. If you want a more natural look, choose a lip liner according to your natural lip color. To create a more defined lip look, choose a lip liner one shade darker than your lipstick and bold the outline.
Step 3: Different Ways You Can Use Colors Queen Lip Liners
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Applying on your natural lip line
Trace your natural lip line with your preferred choice of color and towards the corner. Follow the same for the lower lip and blend a little. Fill in with your favorite lipstick color and you are done.
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Fill in with your lip liner as lipstick
If you are not in a mood or in a hurry to use lipstick, you can simply use your lip liner as lipstick. This will give you a more natural and subtle look. Use any lip liner of your choice, outline your lips and fill in your lips with the same lip liner. You can blend using your fingertips or a small brush for an even look.
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Overline your lips for a fuller look
Thin lips, no problem. Use a lip liner to overline just a little of your natural lip line. You can use a concealer or foundation on your lips to minimize the appearance of your natural lip line. Then work with your lip liner to draw the outline. Do not draw above and beyond to avoid looking your lips unnatural. Fill in with your favorite lipstick and you have your fuller-looking lips.
Step 4: Gloss for a finishing touch
If you want to add a little shine to your lips. You can use Colors Queen Transparent Lip Shiner to add gloss over your lipstick. If you want to ditch the lipstick overall, use Colors Queen Gloss Bomb High Shine Lip Gloss in your favorite color.
Mistakes to Avoid
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Buy a good quality lip liner
A good quality creamy lip liner glides effortlessly and you get even color on your lips. Choose a creamy, non-drying formula which is also smudge-proof, this will prevent your lipstick from going all over the place.
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Buy a set of lip liner/combo
Colors Queen Lip Liner sets or combos are a practical choice for anyone who likes experimenting with different lip looks. They usually include multiple shades and are budget friendly so you can have so many at a lesser price.
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Use tissue or cotton swab
To clean up uneven edges or excess product, use a cotton swab dipped in makeup remover to clean the edges without messing with your look.
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Lip balm to moisturize
After exfoliation, use Colors Queen Organic Lip Balm to moisturize your lips properly before applying lip liner or lipstick.
FAQs
Q.1 How to choose lip liners?
You can choose lip liners based on the look you want to create. Instead of buying the lip liners individually, you can choose a box of Colors Queen Vivid Matte Eye & Lip Pencil.
Q.2 Can lip liner be used as lipstick?
Yes, you can use Colors Queen lip liner as lipstick. Follow along your lip line a little bolder and fill the inside of your lip with the same liner. Blend the color using fingertips or a brush to get even color.
