Pinup Lip Care Routine for Lipstick
As pinups we put our lips through the ringer! Matte, long lasting lipstick can wreak havoc on your lips if you don't establish a regular lip care routine.
For beautiful lipstick, we require smooth, moisturised lips. When you include a regular lip care routine you’ll notice your lipstick sits so much nicer on your lips and won’t feel so dry or cracked.
To achieve this we need to make sure we are prepping our lips well before applying lipstick, removing it correctly, and also maintaining them well in between.
Here’s some easy lip care steps that you can incorporate into your beauty routine.
TIPS TO CARE FOR YOUR LIPS
By the time you get to your lipstick it will be absorbed and provide a nice smooth, moisturised base for your lipstick.
If your makeup remover has any alcohol in it, try not to use that directly on your lips as this can dry them out. I like to use coconut oil as it breaks down even the most long-wearing lipstick without too much rubbing and scrubbing.
Use a clean, soft bristled toothbrush to gently dry brush your lips daily to remove any dead skin. I like to follow this with a nourishing lip balm such as Lucas’ Papaw Ointment.
Exfoliate once a week using a lip scrub to get your lips back to a smooth and healthy state. You can buy one, but I love to make my own at home. Simply apply the scrub in a circular motion and then wipe off the excess.
DIY Lip Scrub Recipes
Let me know if you try these or if you have any other favourite home lip care recipes!
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