Lipstick with a matte effect is very popular among women of all ages. This coating looks great in both dark and calmer shades. Therefore, the demand for such lipsticks is growing every day. But it’s not enough to just buy lipstick without gloss and shine; it’s important to know how to use it.
How to paint your lips with matte lipstick?
Why is this type of cosmetics so popular? For its versatility and rich color palette. It is so diverse that you can find a suitable shade for both everyday and formal makeup. Thus, nude colors will emphasize youth and freshness, while red colors will add mystery and femininity to the image. If you try, you can find bolder options among the products of individual manufacturers - black, orange and even blue. They are suitable for photo shoots and themed parties.
It is impossible not to note the durability of matte textures. But such an effect can only be achieved if you learn all the nuances of use.
The main thing in lip makeup with matte lipstick is its correct application. You won’t be able to fill your hand in one go, or even in two. In order for it to fit perfectly, it is important not only to choose a high-quality brand, but also to prepare the skin itself.
It's about scrubbing and moisturizing. Both homemade mixtures and ready-made products, balms and oils purchased in professional stores are suitable for this. The algorithm of actions is as follows:
- apply a scrub to the lips, massage, rinse off;
- the skin is moisturized with balm, excess is removed;
- the outline is painted over with a pencil of a suitable color;
- lipstick is applied first to the upper, then to the lower lip.
Beginners should pay attention to liquid forms. They are more convenient to use; brushes help to outline the outline and paint over the voids.
Some useful tips
To ensure that lipstick stays on your lips as long as possible and does not leave marks on your skin, clothes or dishes, it is important not to forget to use an eyeliner pencil. By applying it to the contour, you can avoid the pigment spreading and leaving unsightly spots.
When outlining the contour of the lips, you need to make sure that the line does not protrude beyond the boundaries by more than half a millimeter.
You can use eyeliner that either completely matches the tone, or one that is a little darker. A universal option would be a colorless pencil that fixes the lipstick.
Another problem that lovers of matte lipsticks face is the coating matting. Most often this happens with liquid and cream textures. You can avoid this if you first cover your lips with a thin layer of foundation or a special primer.
Matte lipsticks definitely deserve attention and a special place in every woman’s makeup bag.Painting with them is a little more difficult, but the process will take no longer than a minute if you take care of your skin and use additional products.