How to stop lipstick bleeding
Don’t let lipstick bleed ruin your look. Follow our advice to avoid the dreaded smearing.
Choose your weapon
If you are after staying power, a gloss lipstick may not be the best option. These tend to bleed out from the mouth faster than a matte based lipstick.
Stay inside the lines
The professionals have long used lip liners to keep colour in its place. They act as a barrier to stop the lipstick from smearing or moving around.
Match your colours
Always avoid using a liner that is darker than your lipstick colour, otherwise you will run the risk of the dreaded clown mouth. The liner and lipstick should match in shade and tone. You can use the liner to fill in the lips first before applying the colour over the top.
Blot twice to seal
To keep your colour where you want it, apply the lipstick, blot with a tissue, and then apply again.
Keep lips supple
Before you even take out your makeup bag, it’s important to ensure your lips are in good shape. A lip exfoliator will remove dead flaky skin from the lips when used once a week.
Change your shade
Don’t get caught in a lipstick rut. What suited you ten years ago may not suit you anymore due to changes in skin tone or hair colour. Be bold and try new shades. You never know, you might just find your perfect match.
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