A Guide to Prepping Your Lips for Perfect Lipstick Application

Applying lipstick seems like it’s the easiest task but you may be getting it wrong.  Do you prep your lips for lipstick? Lip Prep is an essential step to applying lipstick properly. It involves using a lip balm, exfoliator, and/or lipstick primer to ensure that your lips are in the best condition for the application of lipstick. Lip Prep helps to ensure that your lipstick will stay on longer and look better when applied. It also helps to prevent chapping and dryness of the lips, which can lead to irritation and discomfort when applying cosmetics. Combine A simple lip prep routine with our nourishing Hybrids for the perfect lipstick application,

A Simple Lip Prep Routine

• Exfoliate your lips with a lip scrub
• Apply a lip balm or lip primer

How to Exfoliate Your Lips for Long-Lasting Lipstick

Exfoliating your lips is a great way to get rid of dry, flaky skin and create a smooth base for lipstick. It's an essential part of any makeup routine. Use a finer to gently exfoliate your lips making sure you take off all dead skin. Wipe it off to reveal exfoliated, plump lips.

The Best Moisturizing Tips To Prep Your Lips Before Applying Lipstick

Lip primers are a great way to help make your lipstick look more vibrant and last longer. A lip primer is a product that helps create a smooth base for your lipstick and prevents it from smudging or fading. It also helps the color of the lipstick stay true and not bleed into the surrounding skin. Lip primers come in various forms such as long-lasting, matte, or sheer, so you can choose the one that best suits your needs. With the right lip primer, you can make sure that your lipstick looks fresh all day long! A great alternative to a lip primer is a hydrating lip balm

Do both of these steps, and you are good to go. Apply your favorite red Shanghai or an ombre lip - with Cannes and we guarantee a smooth application that stays in place all day.