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Remember the darkoverdrawn lipsof the90s?
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Well, ombre lips are the modernized version, and they are currently having a moment.
For context,#ombrelipshas a whopping 1.7 billion (not million!)
Apparently we all like a two-tone lip look.
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But dark-lined lips and ombre lips are two different things, though the effects are similar at a glance.
In 1995 the look was as simple as tracing a stark line around yourlipstick.
The present-day ombre lip is all about a gradient, seamless-looking finish.
you might create so many different versions, says Los Angelesbased makeup artistAsh K Holm.
Pick two (or three) colors and have fun.
Looking for inspiration beyond your FYP?
Take a peek at the recent runway shows.
Ready to give it a try?
Heres how to achieve a perfect seamlessly blended ombre lip every single time.
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One swipe keeps lips soft without causing your color products to glide right off.
This helps you blend the ombre lip seamlessly, says Holm.
(A lip brush works too.)
(Holm is an ambassador for Buxom.)
Be patient and take your time, says Holm.
Its important to blend each shade together for a seamless finish.
This post was originally published inAllure.
