The oh-so-trendy matte lipstick look may look intimidating, but is totally achievable and wearable. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you get the technique down pat:
1. Exfoliate
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First things first: you’ll need to prepare your lips. Matte lipsticks look terrible on cracked lips, so exfoliating is a must. You can use a lip scrub to remove dead skin, or you could apply petroleum jelly on your lips and gently scrub them with a toothbrush.
2. Moisturize
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Keep your lips hydrated to prevent cracking—many matte lipsticks can be drying. Try a lip balm with shea butter and vitamin E.
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3. Prime
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To ensure smooth application and make your lip color last even longer, you can’t go wrong with a good lip primer.
4. Line
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Lip liners not only prevent the color from bleeding or feathering, they also prolong the wear of your color.
5. Fill in
Take a selfie while you’re at it—you look fab!
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