Perfect lip makeup without highlighting dry patches

A 3-Step Lip Care Routine for Perfect Adhesion

Have you ever been stressed about white, flaky skin and severely accentuated wrinkles whenever you applied matte lipsticks or tints? My lips tend to be quite dry, so there were many times I couldn't wear pretty lip products even after buying them. I’m going to share my own super simple lip care routine that I’ve been practicing every day lately to dramatically improve color payoff and longevity!

Step 1: Before starting your skincare routine, apply a generous amount of lip balm to soften it.

After cleansing and before starting your basic skincare routine, apply a thick layer of highly moisturizing lip balm or lip mask to your lips. During the 5 minutes you spend on your facial skincare, dead skin cells will naturally soften, preparing your lips for exfoliation without irritation.

Step 2: Just before applying base makeup, gently wipe with a cotton swab

Just before starting your base makeup, gently blot away excess oil with a tissue, then gently roll a cotton swab moistened with water or toner along the texture of your lips. You won't need to forcibly peel them off; only the softened dead skin cells will be neatly pushed away, creating a smooth base for your lips.

Step 3: Lightly apply lip primer or powder, then apply lipstick.

Before applying lip products, remove any remaining oiliness once more and sweep a very small amount of lip primer or translucent powder over with a brush. If you apply a tint or lipstick on top, the color will stay clean and true to its initial application for a long time without emphasizing dry patches.