Lipsticks are just like expensive heels; precious and addictive, they can change everything and dress up any look. But let's admit it, they're a bloody nightmare when it comes to wear it all day/night long. If you're tired of not being able to drink, eat, or speak properly - those lipsticks are serious bi*ches and never miss any chance to bleed do they? - then keep on reading, I have a few tips for you.
As you may know, I'm quite fond of my bold lips and I have been investigating for a while to find a way to make the hole process less stressful. This is what I go for when I'm going out, sometimes even for dinner as this method is almost full-proof. To some extends, of course (stay rational and don't think you'll ever be able to wear flawless bold lips when eating an hamburger. Or when you're in a "boyfriend situation", obviously).
1. USE A LIP LINER
I'm sure that it will sound old-fashion to some of you and remind you of those old ladies wearing a lip liner three times darker than their actual lipstick color, but lip liners are a definite must-have. Not only are they very helpful if you're a lipstick-fresher and sometimes still suffer from the shaky hand syndrome, but also they really do contribute to maintaining you lip color all night long.
You can simply line you lips like I did on the picture - it'll keep your lipstick from smudging - or entirely fill in your lips for even more coverage. Be sure to apply a lip balm beforehand as both lip liner and lipstick are usually quite drying on the lips.
Plus, lip liners usually have a long-wearing formula so if you're a bit lazy and in a rush, you can get away with simply wearing the lip liner all over.
2. APPLY YOUR LIPSTICK
Keep going by applying your lipstick carefully. Use a lip brush if you still aren't confident with your hands - or if you're perfectionist and definitely not in a rush.
3. MAKE IT LAST
That's when the magic happens. I'm sure you all know the blotting paper trick, just take a tissue and bite it gently, press your lips against it or whatever you want, I'm sure you got what I mean.
Then take some fixing powder - a translucent one if possible - and dab a fine layer of powder all over your lips, like so.
Once you're done with the powder, apply some lipstick again. Finally, put a finger between your lips *weird* so you don't end up with lipstick on your teeth. Et voila, you're good to go !
Moral of the story ? Don't fear lip liner, just find the right color and give it the love it deserves, it's a staple really. If you're a bit freaked out to draw on some sultry lips with your bare hand directly with a lipstick, use a lip brush, it helps. So please, please don't fear bold lips anymore. They're a 100% worth it, I promise.
xxx
