Using lip liner involves enhancing the natural shape of your lips, or creating the illusion of a more defined shape. Here's how you can do it, based on the reference provided:
Lip Liner Application Techniques
Enhancing the Cupid's Bow
- Locate your Cupid's bow: This is the V-shaped area in the middle of your upper lip.
- Enhance with liner: Gently trace the outline of the Cupid's bow with your lip liner to emphasize its shape, as demonstrated in the reference.
Creating a Cupid's Bow
- Follow the natural shape: If you don't have a pronounced Cupid's bow, follow the natural curve of your upper lip to create the illusion of one. This ensures the liner looks natural and defined.
Outer Corners
- Define the corners: Bring the lip liner from the enhanced Cupid's bow towards the outer corners of your mouth.
- Follow natural line: As you move to the outer corners, simply trace the natural line of your lips.
Practical Tips
- Use a Sharp Liner: A sharp lip liner will give you a more precise line.
- Short Strokes: Use short, light strokes instead of one long line for more control.
- Match or Complement: Choose a lip liner that either matches your natural lip color or complements your lipstick.
Summary
| Lip Area | Technique |
|---|---|
| Cupid's Bow | Enhance the natural shape. |
| No Cupid's Bow | Create one by following the natural curve. |
| Outer Corners | Trace the natural line towards the corners. |
