How to get the perfect lips.

Apr 10, 2014

Lisa A.

Ok hey guys, I own sooooooo much lipstick but for some reason when I put my lipstick on it just does not have that perfect lip look, I do you use lip liner, so maybe can you get me tips on how I can perfect this.

Apr 10, 2014

Lisa A.

Give*

Apr 10, 2014

Traci P.

Maybe add a lip primer too?

Apr 10, 2014

Lisa A.

Hmmmm maybe I'll try that, do you no a good drugstore one??

Apr 10, 2014

Traci P.

I don't use one sadly but I'm more into glosses than lipsticks so sadly I don't know of one to recommend. Also make sure to exfoliate your lips 1-2 times a week if you're not already doing so.

Apr 10, 2014

Lisa A.

My lip condition is not the problem, my lips are soft and smooth, not over dry, it's about the way I apply it, It never looks perfect to me.

Apr 10, 2014

Hibz MUA A.

I always apply lip lined before applying lipstick.

Apr 10, 2014

Yazmin C.

Maybe you can try concealer I heard it helps and applying it with a lip brush.

Apr 10, 2014

Amanda W.

What do you think is lacking in your lipstick look? If it's shape then definitely what the other ladies said using lip liner will certainly help.
Lip primers, lip erases and concealers are helpful to get full pigmentation and longevity but have no effect on shape. (Plus you can get similar results just by lining and filling in your entire lips).

Apr 11, 2014

Lisa A.

Yes shape Amanda thanks

Apr 11, 2014

Amy M.

I know when I go to use lipstick (not often, I am more of a gloss person), I make extra sure that my foundation all around my mouth and actually going over the edge of my lips is nice and full coverage and as flawless as possible... if you know what I mean. That way when lipstick is applied after the liner, they look very defined and pretty. Not sure if this is what you're looking for but this is how I do it.

Apr 11, 2014

Maggie M.

I would recommend the new sugarpill one because it's not too expensive and is available on this site.

Apr 11, 2014

Sara V.

Using concealer to clean up the edges is what makes my lipstick look perfect :)

Apr 11, 2014

Lisa A.

Thanks guys,@triara C. I tried the elf brush and it was a piece of crap.

Apr 11, 2014

Farah D.

I had the same problem. This is what I did. Use lip pencil to outline your lips..Then fill your lips in. After that apply your lipstick with a good lip brush. When your done clean the edges. For extra staying power, put some translucent setting powder on a tissue and dab on your lips. This will help keep it in place.

Apr 11, 2014

Mallory L.

My BFF used to work for Mac and she told me to apply my lipstick first and then lip liner after that (assuming the colors match) I do this for a bold red lip and it really makes my lips look more crisp.