A couple of posts ago, I shared with you a few of my favourite vampy lip shades...you can take a peek here.
Today I want to give you all some quick tips on how to achieve sculpted and sexy vampy lips. These tips are not limited to just vampy shades, they are really a good guideline for any bold lip colour that you wish to sport.
Exfoliate: This is such an important step as wearing a bold lip colour instantly brings attention to your lips and the last thing that you want people to notice is dry flaky lips....so not cute! Exfoliating will ensure that your lips are smooth, flake free and supple before adding your lip shade.
Moisturize: Apply a thin layer of lip balm to your lips after exfoliating to keep them hydrated, then gently blot with a tissue to remove any excess glossiness.
Prime: Next apply a lip primer, this will help lock the moisture into your lips at the same time it will provide a barrier and create a smooth base for lipstick application. Some primers will also prolong and intensify your lip shade, which is always a plus.
Apply Lip Liner: Now line the outer perimeter of your lips to define and sculpt the edges.
Fill In Lips: This step is totally optional however, shading in the lips with the a lip pencil first prolongs and intensifies your lipstick. I personally swear by this step as you can eat and drink and you lips won't fade.
Apply Lipstick: Now that you have prepped your lips, it is time to apply your fav vampy lip shade. I find apply it straight from the tube gives me the best results.
Clean and Sculpt: The final step is to clean up around the edges, where you may have coloured outside the lines :) Take a q-tip with a little makeup remover, be sure it is oil free, and clean up any mistakes. Now take a lip brush with a little concealer and go around the edges of your lips, this will gie you lips a crisp finish.
Finishing Touch: Add a little highlighter to the cupids bow of your lip to define and make them look supple.
The end result.... Beautifully sculpted, sexy vampy lips!
Thanks for watching Gals!
What are some of your tips on achieving flawless lips?
Keisha xo
Yay to another video and completely agree with all your steps and tips here, Keisha. I do almost all of it with the exception of using primer and filling in the whole lips with lip liner. I should try adding both steps into my routine and see what differences it makes. Thank you!
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Yay! I'm so excited to be doing videos again! I am glad you enjoyed this one. Yes, def try filling in your lips with liner...the results are fantastic. Be sure to let me know how it works for you.
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Omg so glamorous and super stunning hun!! Those lips are so beautiful and loved that liner too! :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Charu! The liner is really nice..it goes on very smoothly.
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You look so beautiful in your tutorial Keisha! Thank you so much for the tips on how to create Vampy lips. I am definitely going to try it on my lips :D
ReplyDeleteThank you Glenda! Be sure to let me know how these tips work for you.
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Your best tip was most definitely using lip liner, it's something I've been meaning to get on board with for quite some time and now you've convinced me! Have a lovely week Keisha :)
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Shading in with a lip liner makes such a difference. I never miss that step when I'm wearing a bold lip colour. Thanks so much for watching Gabrielle...have a great week also.
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I agree with all of your tips, just wonderful. I used to never exfoliate my lips...boy was I missing out!
ReplyDeleteLol! Exfoliating really makes the lips super soft and smooth! Thanks so much for watching Lily
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These are great tips and very helpful to get the right Vampy Lips thanks doll.
ReplyDeleteSo happy these tips were helpful to you Jacke. Thanks so much for watching!
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Hi dear Keisha! This colour suits you a lot! In this period I'm using a slightly darker red on me =)
ReplyDeleteKisses! Habe a serene and relaxing evening dear =)
Thank you Marghe! Enjoy your evening also :)
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wow,this is awesome
ReplyDeleteI love that shade of lipstick its wow,
Great tips dear
Isn't it pretty?! Thanks for watching gals.
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Great tips. Exfoliating and lining are the most important to me!
ReplyDeleteExfoliating is key for me also as my lips are always so dry. Thanks for watching Tanya!
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Thank you so much!
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Great post, love the lip color :)))
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Thank you Sweetie!
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Great video and tips. What do you use if you are on a shoot and the model has chapped lips?
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Oh my gosh Deedee, that has happened to me once where my model has had really dry lips...so difficult. Ever since then I carry a lip scrub in my kit so I can exfoliate my models on the spot if they have dry flaky lips. Thanks for watching!
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I guess I should do that too. At least I know I'm not the only one that happens to!
DeleteLOVED your video Keisha! I didn't know you had a channel. Will definitely subscribe. I need to work on priming and sculpting my lips. I always miss those steps. So good to know!
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I'm so happy that you enjoyed this video Kim! Thanks so much for subbing...it means a lot :)
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This is such a great video! It's so important to exfoliate before applying anything bold. Great tips! :)
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Great video and tips! Love the vampy lips :) x
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Wow I love this tutorial!! You're very beautiful and this makeup looks incredible on you!! Love all the tips!!!
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