(Or for the un-exfoliated lip.)
Unlike its satiny or sheer cousins, mattelipstickhas a tendency to highlight dryness, peeling, and creases.
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Matte vs.
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Satin vs. Sheer Lipstick
To state the (semi) obvious, matte lipstick is… well, matte.
Makeup artist Alexa Persico notes, “All lipsticks have a combination of oil, wax, and pigmentation.
And what makes matte different than a satin or sheer lip?
“Satin finish lipstick is not as drying as a matte formula.
Sheer lipstick has much more luster and shine, almost giving a glossy wash of color.
Sheer lipstick would pretty much be the exact opposite of a matte lippie.”
It can be especially crucial with matte lips, as they tend to highlight any dryness.
Keeping thelips hydratedis an important preparation step if you’re reaching for a matte lipstick.
On top of hydrating the lips, you’ll want to create a smooth base for your matte lipstick.
If you want to rock a matte lip celebrity-style, consider applying a pre-lipstick stain as well.
Pick A Color
Choosing the right lip color is crucial in creating your dream matte lipstick moment.
“Lips are the icing on the cake,” Fraioli says.
“They complete and transform the whole look.”
“Its important to be mindful that lipsticks look different on different skin tones and to choose accordingly.”
Persico goes further in-depth, noting what colors work for each undertone.
“For cool undertones, soft mocha or nudes and ruby or wine shades look great.
For warm undertones, the peachy nudes, copper, or bronze shades work well.
Neutral undertones have a wide spectrum of colorsboth cool and warm tones will work with their skin jot down.
“Learn how to ID your undertone here.
While this step is optional, it helps create an ideal shape and base for your lip tool.
It also helps reduce the chances of error during lipstick system.
For those who want to paint their lips with abrush, the experts recommend the extra preparation step.
If you are mixing two shades on a cosmetic palette, a spatula will be your best friend.
“Regardless of the system method, one even coat is all you need,” Persico emphasizes.
“Remember with matte lipsticks, a little goes a long way.”
“Currently I love the TULA Skincare Radiant Skin Brightening Serum Concealer.
Oquendo adds that a matte lip doesn’t call for much reapplying.
