Lip liner
Define and outline your lips with our Lindex Beauty lip liners. Enhance the shape of your lips, prevent smudging and give your look a more refined and polished result.
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How to use a lipliner – a step-by-step guide
Wondering how you should use lipliner or how to apply lipliner for the best results? Here’s a short guide to get you started.
- Start by choosing a lipliner shade that matches your natural lip colour or your lipstick of the day
- Outline your cupid’s bow, then trace along the outer edge of your lips using light, short strokes
- If you want a fuller look, you can slightly overline your lips while still following their natural shape
- For an extra long-lasting result, you can fill your entire lips before applying lipstick or gloss
All good to go, now you can apply your favourite lipstick or lipgloss.
Why should you use a lipliner?
The purpose of lipliner is to define your lips, prevent other products from smudging, and give you a long-lasting result. Lipliner creates a smooth base for lipstick and can make your lips look fuller, if that’s what you’re after. If you’re using a liquid lipstick, a lipliner is great to help keep it in place all day (or night).
What is the best lipliner for you?
What’s the best lipliner for you depends on your preferred finish, favourite lip colour and what skin tone you have. If you have warm undertones, lipliner shades with peach, terracotta, orange or warm brown tones can complement your complexion. For cool undertones, look for rosy pinks, mauve lipliners, and berry-toned shades. If you have a neutral undertone, you’ll suit in a wide range of colours, from both soft pinks to deeper reds and browns. But remember that the best lipliner for you is always the one you feel the most comfortable in, no matter your undertone. Meaning if you want to go for a bright red, or muted purple – go for it!
Combine with other lip products for a beautiful and long-lasting result
A lipliner works beautifully with lipstick, lip gloss, and lip oils. For a classic lipliner and lipstick combo, outline and lightly fill in the lips before applying your chosen lipstick. For a modern, fuller-looking effect, pair your favourite lipliner and lipgloss by defining the lips first and finishing with a glossy top layer. You can also combine different shades to create dimension.
Frequently asked questions
Can you use a lipliner all over your lips?
Yes, you can absolutely use a lipliner as a lipstick. Using lipliner all over your lips creates a smooth, even colour and helps your lip look last longer. This works especially well with creamy formulas and can be worn on its own or topped with lipstick or lipgloss for added dimension.
How long do lip liners last and how do you get them to last longer?
Most lipliners can last for several hours, especially when used to fill in the entire lip before applying other lip products. To make your lipliner last longer, start with clean, dry lips and apply the liner all over the lips instead of only outlining. Finish with your favourite lipstick or lipgloss. Matte, long-wear formulas keep your lips looking fresh with a finish that lasts.