The lips are one of the sexy parts of the body. If you have thin lips, it may be a source of concern especially if you desire your lips to be like that of Angelina Jolie or Kylie Jenner. With a few tricks and hacks you can have the full lips you desire, here’s how:
1. Exfoliate your lips
If you want a plump pout, you need to exfoliate your lips to remove dead skin cells. By exfoliating gently, you make your lips come alive giving them a softer, smoother, and more voluminous surface. You can exfoliate your lips at home with a sugar scrub or a store-bought lip exfoliator. Apply the exfoliator to your lips and gently rub it in a circular motion for about a minute. Next, rinse it off with warm water and pat your lips dry gently.
2. Overline your lips
This is a makeup hack guaranteed to make your lips look fuller and more defined. All you have to do is use a lip liner that is one shade darker than your natural lip colour and trace just outside your natural lip line. Ensure that you do not go too far outside your lips, or you will look clownish. After outlining your lips, fill them in with lipstick or lip gloss. Blending outlined lips with lipstick or lipgloss gives a natural look.
3. Go for lip plumping products
If you want instant results, go for lip-plumping products which usually contain ingredients that stimulate blood flow to your lips, causing them to swell and look fuller. Follow the instructions for the lip-pumping products. By doing so, you avoid irritation and inflammation which can be painful.
4. Highlight your Cupid’s bow
The cupid’s bow is the V-shaped area in the centre of your upper lip. Highlighting this area can create the illusion of a fuller upper lip. Use a highlighter or light-coloured lipstick and apply it to your cupid’s bow. This will fix attention to your upper lip and make it appear more appealing.
5. Keep your lips hydrated
It is important to keep your lips hydrated to maintain fuller lips. Dry and chapped lips make the lips appear smaller and less attractive. So ensure that you drink plenty of water throughout the day and apply a hydrating lip balm regularly. You can also use a lip mask or a lip sleeping mask for your lips to stay moisturised overnight. These products allow moisture and nourish your lips while you sleep.