Mattese Elite Presents: How To Achieve the PERFECT HOLIDAY POUT
Read on for a complete how-to, product suggestions and tips & tricks from Carmen Kenig, the visionary behind Mattese Elite! This tutorial was written by makeup artist Annie Strole! For more info on Annie, check out her website at http://www.AnnieStrole.com!
1. PREP - To prepare lips appropriately, use your favorite exfoliator to smooth out and remove all flakes and dry skin. HINT: No exfoliator? Use a toothbrush to help brush off dry skin in a snap.
2. PRIME - With your finger, tap on a small amount of lip primer all over the lips to create the foundation for a long lasting, highly pigmented color.
3. DEFINE - To prevent bleeding and to create definition, outline your lips with a lip liner that matches the color of your chosen lipstick, or that is most similar to your lip color.
4. BUILD - Choose a bold, highly pigmented lip color. Using a lip brush, fill in the entire lip with even, all-over coverage. For a shinier Holiday Look, add a coat of lip gloss or lip gel on top.
TIPS & TRICKS:
The bolder, the better!
To really make your lipstick POP, dab a bit of concealer all around your lips from the lip line blending outward, ensuring there are no harsh lines. this technique creates flawless, airbrushed look and brings attention directly to the pout!
To create the effect of a fuller lip, apply a small amount of shimmer powder underneath the middle of the bottom lip and on top of the cupid’s bow - where the top lip shapes into a “V”.