A defined, attractive perfect pout doesn’t necessarily require lip fillers or needles. If you want your lips to look smoother, healthier and more balanced, without changing their shape dramatically, there are several ways to enhance them to look natural.
The **Perfect Pout** is different for everyone. “For some it means better definition around the lip line.” For some it might be just soft hydrated lips with a bit of added color and shine. Fortunately, you won’t need a complete overhaul to achieve a naturally improved appearance – just a few simple tweaks to your daily lip care and makeup routine.
Keep your lips moisturized
Healthy looking lips are the basis of a **Perfect Pout**. No matter how careful you are putting on lipstick, when your lips are dry or peeling, they can look uneven and less defined.
Apply a nourishing lip balm during the day, particularly in dry weather or if you are in air-conditioned environments for a long time. A lip balm with SPF can help protect the delicate skin from sun exposure as well.
Exfoliation can remove loose, flaky skin, but it should be done gently. Over- scrubbing your lips will cause irritation and worsen dryness. For most people that’s enough once or twice a week.
Give your lips definition with makeup
You don’t need a dramatic overline to make your lips appear fuller. A good lip liner can add definition and yet keep the look believable.”
Choose a liner that is similar to your natural lip color or lipstick color. Follow the natural shape of your lips and if you want a little extra fullness extend the line slightly around the center of the upper and lower lip instead of going far beyond the entire lip border.
Blend the liner toward the middle and then apply lipstick. This prevents the outline from looking too harsh and creates a softer transition between the shades.
Add dimension with Sheen
One of the easiest ways to make lips look fuller without any procedure is gloss. Light naturally reflects off shiny surfaces, so a little bit in the middle of your lips can add dimension.
You can also use a slightly lighter lipstick in the middle of the lips and blend it with the other color. Finish with a coat of clear or tinted gloss to give the lips a fresh looking pout.
This trick is great if you’re going for a **Perfect Pout** for a special occasion without looking like you have too much makeup on.
Experiment with Non-Filler Lip Treatments
If makeup doesn’t do the trick, some cosmetic procedures may improve the appearance of your lips without a filler.
One option is lip blush. It is a cosmetic pigmentation procedure to enhance the natural color and outline of the lips. It doesn’t physically add volume like lip fillers. Instead, the appearance of the lip color and border can be improved to make the lips look more defined and polished.
The result will differ from person to person and depends on variables such as natural lip color, skin type and technique used. It is important to consult an experienced professional before considering this type of treatment.
Another popular choice for a temporary fuller look is lip-plumping glosses and balms. Many include ingredients that create a slight tingling or warming sensation that can temporarily make the lips appear a little fuller.
Work With Your Natural Lip Form
There is no one look that a lip should have to be a **Perfect Pout**. It’s normal for lips to be different sizes and shapes and proportions, and a little bit of asymmetry is completely normal.
Don’t attempt to recreate someone else’s lips, instead work on your own features. You might find that defining the cupid’s bow, adding color to the center of the lips or simply keeping the lips well moisturized makes a bigger difference than trying to create dramatic volume.
A professional consultation can also help determine what type of enhancement would complement your facial features, rather than overpower them.
Choose Your Professional Treatments Wisely
Even if a treatment doesn’t use needles or fillers, it’s still important to find a qualified and experienced professional. Before booking for a cosmetic lip treatment, ask about the technique, expected results, aftercare and possible risks.
If you suffer from sensitive skin, allergies, frequent cold sores or any other lip issue, make your consultant aware when you attend your consultation. This helps the practitioner determine if the treatment is right for you.
The Bottom-line
That Perfect Pout doesn’t require you to change your natural shape or get fillers to add volume. Good lip care, smart makeup tricks and the right professional treatments can all help to give you a more defined and attractive pout.
Often the best results are the ones that still look like you. You don’t need to achieve the impossible ideal of “perfection.” Focus on keeping your lips healthy, proportionate, and natural looking.
Experience Queens by Dr Umaira’s approach is based on understanding every lip concern and accordingly recommending treatment depending on your needs and preferences. A professional can guide you through your options to enhance the texture, hydration and look of your lips and still give you a natural-looking result that complements your features.