Lip paint is one of the most popular makeup products that can give you a bold, vivid, and long-lasting lip color. Applying lip paint can be challenging for beginners, but with practice and these nine steps, you’ll master the art in no time.

1. Exfoliate your lips: Gently scrub your lips with a lip exfoliator or a soft-bristle toothbrush to remove dead skin. This step will help your lip paint glide evenly onto the lips without drying or cracking.

2. Moisturize your lips: Apply a lip balm or moisturizer to keep your lips soft and supple. Wait a few minutes for it to absorb before moving on.

3. Choose the right lip paint color: Pick a lip paint color that complements your skin tone and desired look.

4. Outline your lips with a lip liner: To define the shape of your lips and prevent feathering, use a lip liner that matches the color of the lip paint. Begin at the cupid’s bow and slowly work towards the outer corners of your upper and lower lips.

5. Apply foundation or concealer around your lips: This step helps create a uniform canvas around your lips, allowing the lip paint to stand out and avoiding any smudging or bleeding.

6. Shake the lip paint container well before applying: This ensures that the product is well-mixed and ready for application.

7. Use a small brush or applicator for precise application: To achieve an even coat of color, use minimal product on a small brush or applicator and start at the center of the bottom lip, working your way outward to fill in both sides evenly.

8. Press lips together gently: After applying on the bottom lip, press your lips together gently to transfer some product onto the top lip and fill in any remaining gaps using the brush or applicator.

9. Be patient to let it dry: Wait for at least one minute to let the lip paint dry completely before eating, drinking, or talking. It’ll help your lip paint last all day without smudging or fading.

And there you have it! With these nine easy steps, you can expertly apply your lip paint and flaunt a stunningly captivating smile in any occasion.