Do you know what makes lips truly perfect? No, it's not the contour. It's not super pigment. And it's not even a fancy $50 tube. It's all about the base, the layers, and the right formula. And also about choosing what works for you, not what's trendy on TikTok. So here's a step-by-step guide to making your lipstick last all day long.

First, exfoliate!

If you've ever applied long-lasting matte lipstick to dry lips, you know what it's like to feel like the heroine of a horror movie 15 minutes later. So first, use a light scrub or a good old toothbrush (clean, of course). Once you've removed all the excess, you'll have a smooth surface. This is the foundation for long-lasting lipstick.

Then moisturise, but don't overdo it.

Balm is wonderful. But if you apply lipstick straight on top, it will slide around like ice. The secret is to moisturize, wait a couple of minutes, blot with a tissue, and then go for it. Nourishing and caring balms and creams containing hyaluronic acid, collagen, or peptides will help keep your lips soft.

Next &mdash; the base.

You can use a special lip primer. Or you can apply a thin layer of concealer or foundation. Yes, seriously. This evens out the tone of your lips and helps the color &ldquo;stick&rdquo; to your skin.

The outline is what matters.

Apply the pencil along the contour, then all over the lips. It is the pencil that keeps the color in place when the lipstick itself has long since faded. Choose a shade that matches your lips, fill them in, and you're one step closer to long-lasting makeup.

Two layers &mdash; like two dates before something serious.

Apply the first layer, blot with a tissue, fix with a light veil of transparent powder through a cloth, and apply the second layer. Now you are guaranteed long-lasting hold.

Choose wisely: lipstick, gloss, tint, or satin?

This is where the real agony of choice begins. Here's some help:
<ul>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Matte is your best bet if you want it to last until dinner with wine. Cons: can be drying. Solution: moisturize your lips thoroughly before applying makeup and choose formulas with oils and vitamin E.</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Satin is for those who like compromises. A delicate finish, a feeling of &ldquo;living&rdquo; lips, comfort, and quite decent staying power, especially if you set it properly.</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Gloss is all about the effect, not the staying power. It lasts a couple of hours. Perfect for the office or coffee.&nbsp;</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Tint &mdash; for those who want the color to sink into their lips (in a good way). It will last a long time, but may emphasize dryness. Great if you want a natural &ldquo;wow&rdquo; effect, as if you were born that way.</li>
</ul>

MAKEUP TIP

Visual volume gives lips shine. Volume can be restored to the upper lip by drawing a line with a pencil slightly above the lip contour.

Avoid fatty foods (if makeup is more important to you than French fries)

Oil is the enemy of staying power. No matter how you look at it. If you don't want to test the staying power of your lipstick, a tissue and a straw will come to your rescue.

Final touch&mdash;tweak wisely.

Take your lipstick and pencil with you and make small touch-ups. No need to repaint your entire lips after every meal &mdash; just refresh the center or outline. It takes 30 seconds, and the effect is as if you just left the salon.

DO YOU WANT JUICY LIPS (IN A NATURAL WAY)?

Kiss! It stimulates blood circulation and makes your lips look fuller for a while.

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