Growing up in the mid-to-late 2000s automatically means you’ve been granted a few body image issues absolutely free of charge: whether it is body weight-related troubles, hair or skin image, or problems with your facial features. Some of us (the luckiest ones) got to enjoy the whole pack, while others were spared and worry only about one of the features.
How the Bigger Lips Trend and Hyaluronic Injection Became So Popular
This is such an understudied phenomenon: how so many people around the world suddenly became unsatisfied with the size of their lips and went ahead with injections, fillers, and other unorthodox methods. Of course, Brigitte Bardot and Angelina Jolie with their natural lippies pushed the trend, but the literal explosion of filler procedures can be traced directly to 2015, when the safer, non-permanent procedures started to substitute older methods.
How to Get Bigger Lips With Makeup
Do you remember how Kylie Jenner swore by her “more than one shade” makeup hack for her suddenly bigger-looking pout? While playing with depth perception definitely helps, that’s not the only thing to consider: going outside the borders of your natural lip line works far better!
Begin by ensuring your lips are smooth and moisturized. You can exfoliate them gently using your favorite lip scrub or AHA-based toner. Follow this with the application of a nourishing lip balm to hydrate the skin.
Choose a lip liner in a shade that matches your lipstick or one shade darker for added definition. Use the lip liner to outline the natural shape of your lips. Now, for the big lip look, go above the natural lip line (where the lighter, more voluminous part of the lip without a natural pigment goes). Go slowly, but surely. This step helps create a precise and polished appearance.
- Step #3:Â Apply Lipstick
To prevent excess lipstick from smudging or transferring, gently blot your lips with a tissue. This helps to set the color and reduce any excess product.
- Step #5: Powder for Longevity
For a long-lasting lip look, lightly apply a layer of either compact or translucent powder to your lips. You can use a brush, puff, or your fingers, depending on your preference. This step sets the lipstick in place and enhances its staying power.
- Step #6: Enhance Definition
Reapply the lip liner and lipstick for added intensity and definition. Finally, complete your look with a glossy lip gloss to add dimension and shine. If needed, you can use concealer to define the edges of your lips, making them appear crisp and neat.
There you have it! By following these steps, you can achieve plump, well-defined lips without any injections. Your lips will not only look fuller but also stay vibrant throughout the day. Don’t forget to follow my blog for more beauty tips, looks, and fashion trends.
Concluding…
While wanting to become better and change yourself is always nice, it is important not to fall into the trap of harmful trends. Don’t run to fill your lips with injections when you can try to get a big lip look just with the means of makeup. And if you don’t like how it turns out, you can always wash it off. Take care of and love your small lips.