How To Apply Lipstick Like A Pro

Do you know how to apply your lipstick like a pro? We teamed up with our close friend, MUA Cristina for a short tutorial to show you how it’s done in three easy phases. By the end of this makeup tutorial, you’ll become a know-how lipstick queen. Read the whole tutorial to the end to find out her pro tips!

Phase One : Apply the lipstick at the center of your lips then press them together in a gentle rubbing motion.

If you thought that was it, keep reading! You’d be surprised just how much you can do to improve your lip game. Cristina is using our #MatteManipulation creamy matte lipstick in “In The Mood” to create that succulent pout.

Model applies lipstick — No more than a smidge is enough for now.
Apply lipstick to the center.

Model presses lips together — Gently rub your lips to spread the formula
Press your lips together.

model showing steps to apply lipstick — It should look like this.
Now you're ready for phase two.

Phase Two : Using the pointy end of the lipstick, draw the contour of your lips.

#MatteManipulation creamy matte lipsticks are designed with a pointy end to help you line your lips for a sharp and precise edge. This step is ultra-important! You don’t want your lips look unfinished or patchy. Your lips are basically ready to slay, but for the ultimate success you should totally apply Cristina’s pro tips!

I always line my lips either with a lip liner or using a lip brush.

model draws contour of her lips — Access the corners easily.
Aim with the pointy end to reach the corners.

Sharpen the edges with a lip brush.
You can draw the contour with a lip brush as well.

End phase + PRO Tips : Add volume and remove tiny mistakes.

The last steps are used by professional makeup artists and hardcore makeup geeks. Why? Because these behind the scenes moves up your lip game to a whole new level and…