The Ombré Lip Craze: How To Nail The Trend

Who would've thought that the ’90s trend of dark, overdrawn lips would make a stylish comeback in the form of ombré lips ? Forget the harsh lines of the past; today, it's all about a smooth gradient that catches eyes without needing a professional touch.

Ombré lips, seen under the hashtag #ombrélips with a staggering 1.7 billion views on TikTok, have become the latest craze. But hold up—they're not the same as those dark-lined lips from back then. While the effects might seem alike at first glance, the modern ombré lip demands a seamless blend of colors, transforming your pout into an art form that stands out.

Los Angeles makeup artist Ash K Holm advises experimenting with two or three colors for your unique version. Blend neutral browns and pinks for a natural enhancement or go bold with dark reds and blacks for a statement look that commands attention.

For inspiration, peek beyond your FYP and check out recent runway shows. Take Kim Shui's fall 2023 collection, where models flaunted striking ombré lips in black and red, stealing the spotlight and proving this trend's runway-ready appeal.

Ready to dive in? Here’s your foolproof guide to nailing that flawlessly blended ombré lip every time.

Creating Ombré Lips:

Gather your weapons: a lip liner and at least two shades of lip color, and add a lip gloss if you're after that glossy finish. Before you start, ensure your canvas is smooth. New York makeup artist Andrea DiSabatino recommends prepping your lips with exfoliation followed by hydration. Try a gentle lip scrub like and seal it with a touch of Lip Balm for irresistibly soft lips that hold color effortlessly.

Now, the ombré technique: Holm takes a different route from the typical TikTok tutorials. Instead of starting with lining your lips, she suggests applying two shades of lipstick from the same color family—think tan brown and rusty pink—before using a liner. This method facilitates a seamless blend. Start by tapping the lighter shade in the center of your lips and add the darker shade from the middle to just below your lip's edges. Gently tap the meeting point of the two shades with your ring finger or a lip brush for that soft, flawless blend.

Once your colors are seamlessly blended, define your lips’ natural outline with a lip liner that matches the darker shade of lipstick.

(With AI Inputs)

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