How To Apply Lip Liner Perfectly

Before using the liner, test it out against the back of your hand or on a piece of paper. Sometimes you’ll find the liner isn’t drawing, so to prevent a mess up when lining your lips ensure to test out before you begin.

8. Part Lips

Part your lips apart slightly and naturally. This will help bring out a more defined curve and outline as you outline. Closed or tucked in lips will achieve lesser results when outlining.

9. Trace Over Natural Lip Outline

You’d want to aim at tracing the outlines on your lips slowly. Gentle strokes in one direction until you reach the end of the lip curve.

A common technique would be to start from the middle and move outwards. As you apply lip liner, make sure to cover up any cracks as this will prevent your lipstick from bleeding.

10. Completing the Look

Gently pad the lipstick of your choice onto your lips until it blends with the outline of the liner.  A rule of thumb is when you feel a slight heaviness on your lips, tuck in your lips several times.

For lipstick that went passed the outline, carefully wipe it off with tissue. You wouldn’t want to accidentally smudge the liner off.

11. Concealer or Foundation

This step is completely optional. If you desire your lips to stand out, apply concealer and foundation around the edges of the lips. spread out carefully to hide away all dark corners.

One of the good things about lip liners is its availability. It’s so easy to find them literally anywhere. Avoid chalky as these easily crumble. With correct preparation, you too can bring out the best in your lips with our how to apply lip liner tips and methods.