OTHER GRADIENTS LIPSTICK - "OMBRE"

Many other variants of the basic techniques exist. You can even play with more than two colors once you are comfortable with the basic concept. Here are some more pictures of beautifully done gradients to create the perfect ombre lips.

The gradient lip—a finish that creates the illusion of a "smaller and cuter" mouth and gives the impression that you've been sucking on a cherry lollipop as it is the latest beauty import making waves to makes you look young, pretty, and innocent. If BB creams, sheet masks, and essences are any indication, this Eastern take on ombré is bound to pick up steam. Here, how to achieve it step by step:

The tools you will need are:

·       Tooth Brush or  any mascara brush
·       Lip Balm
·       Concealer
·       Lip stick (your choice of shade )

Step 1: Exfoliate and Hydrate your lips

       First part must be applying a lip scrub and using your finger or tooth brush or any mascara brush to remove the dead skin cells

Start off by applying lip balm to hydrate your lips. It's so much easier to apply lip color when your lips have moisture and also the color can just glide on.

Step 2: Apply a concealer

         After dab off any excess with a blotting sheet or one ply of tissue, lightly tap concealer all over lips—essentially erasing them.

        Try a creamy formula that's not too rich to prevent color from sliding around. Blot again to remove any excess oil.

Step 3: Paint Your Lip

       Using a crayon-like lipstick that run the color along inner rim of your lips on top and bottom. 

        Focus mainly on the center of your mouth, but don't surpass the length of four teeth.

Step 4: Blend

        With the soft, silicone smudger end of the pencil or your fingertip, blur the pigment out toward the corners of your mouth, keeping in mind that the color should be brightest in the center but "still diffused to keep lips looking soft," leaving a visible rim of concealer around the perimeter.

Step 5: Set With a Tissue

       Apply some lip balm over your lips for an extra gleam. Blot your lips once again to remove any oil. This keeps the color in place and helps it last longer.

Step 6: The Completed Look

The final look is a bold lip that will stay put. Just throw the tube of lipstick and tissues in your bag for quick touch ups throughout the day (or night).

BEAUTIFUL!

Sweet lip look achieved. No candy—just a crayon required. Beauty lesson learned: A little color can go a *long* way.