To use a lip marker effectively, it's important to prepare your lips and then apply the marker strategically for the desired effect. Here's how:
Lip Preparation
- Exfoliate: Use your favorite lip scrub to remove any dry or flaky skin. This creates a smooth base for the lip marker.
- Moisturize: Apply a hydrating lip balm to further smooth the lips and provide moisture. This also helps the lip marker apply evenly.
Applying the Lip Marker
- Placement: Apply the lip marker directly to the center of your lips.
- Blending: Use your finger to gently fade the color outwards towards the edges of your lips. This technique creates a natural, "bitten" or popsicle-stained look.
Detailed Steps
| Step | Action | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Preparation | Exfoliate with a lip scrub, then apply lip balm. | Creates a smooth, hydrated base for the marker to apply evenly. |
| 2. Application | Apply marker to the center of your lips. | Begins the application process focusing color on the center of the mouth. |
| 3. Blending | Fade the color outward with your finger. | Creates a natural, gradient effect, simulating a "bitten" lip look. |
Example look
- You could use a light pink or coral lip marker in the center, then blend outwards to get a lovely flush.
By following these steps, you can achieve a beautifully stained lip look using a lip marker.
