3 Tips on Banging Lip Art Every PRO MUA Must Know

Written by Emily J.  February 21, 2020
We all have experienced the struggles of messy lip application: not cleaning the corners right, crooked or smudged lines, dried out mat lipstick or lip art that seems to transfer anywhere instead of staying on the model’s smile.

It does not matter if you are a beginner that wants to learn how to better execute a classic glam or a nutty makeup artist smashing one creating look after another - this ultimate breakdown of creating a flawless lip will change your makeup game forever. Let’s get right into it!

#1 First of all - HY-DRA-TION

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And a simple moisturiser won’t do, darling. If you are attempting a more complicated look or simply just applying a mat, hydration is a must. Plump those lips with products that will do most in less amount of time and no fuss, e.g. gel lip masks. Effective, quick and you can pop one on the model’s face while prepping your tools. Afterwards, just toss it out and you’ll have zero product residue to clean.

#2 Hygiene comes first!

And a simple moisturiser won’t do, darling. If you are attempting a more complicated look or simply just applying a mat, hydration is a must. Plump those lips with products that will do most in less amount of time and no fuss, e.g. gel lip masks. Effective, quick and you can pop one on the model’s face while prepping your tools. Afterwards, just toss it out and you’ll have zero product residue to clean.
Photo by @vladamua
Mixing your products on the back of your hand?! Come on, honey, - it’s the 21st century! Bacteria breed anywhere! Not that we are overly germaphobic, but being a makeup artist one should know that the model’s face is their meal ticket, so any infection or bacteria that might transfer through hands and tools is not fare to them, nor is it very professional. Keep your tools disinfected and use palletes for mixing colour!
Photo by @vladamua
Photo by @vladamua

#3 Choose your product wisely

Now this is the fun part - going for the ombre, colourful or a classic?! Don’t be afraid to break the rules - choose the product that matches your creative goals, is easy to apply and blendable! One of the top lip makeup artists, Vlada Haggerty, sometimes chooses to use...


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3 Tips on Banging Lip Art Every PRO MUA Must Know

Written by Emily J.  February 21, 2020
We all have experienced the struggles of messy lip application: not cleaning the corners right, crooked or smudged lines, dried out mat lipstick or lip art that seems to transfer anywhere instead of staying on the model’s smile.

It does not matter if you are a beginner that wants to learn how to better execute a classic glam or a nutty makeup artist smashing one creating look after another - this ultimate breakdown of creating a flawless lip will change your makeup game forever. Let’s get right into it!

#1 First of all -
HY-DRA-TION

Photo by @vladamua

And a simple moisturiser won’t do, darling. If you are attempting a more complicated look or simply just applying a mat, hydration is a must. Plump those lips with products that will do most in less amount of time and no fuss, e.g. gel lip masks. Effective, quick and you can pop one on the model’s face while prepping your tools. Afterwards, just toss it out and you’ll have zero product residue to clean.

#2 Hygiene comes first!

And a simple moisturiser won’t do, darling. If you are attempting a more complicated look or simply just applying a mat, hydration is a must. Plump those lips with products that will do most in less amount of time and no fuss, e.g. gel lip masks. Effective, quick and you can pop one on the model’s face while prepping your tools. Afterwards, just toss it out and you’ll have zero product residue to clean.
Photo by @vladamua
Mixing your products on the back of your hand?! Come on, honey, - it’s the 21st century! Bacteria breed anywhere! Not that we are overly germaphobic, but being a makeup artist one should know that the model’s face is their meal ticket, so any infection or bacteria that might transfer through hands and tools is not fare to them, nor is it very professional. Keep your tools disinfected and use palletes for mixing colour!
Photo by @vladamua
Photo by @vladamua

#3 Choose your product wisely

Now this is the fun part - going for the ombre, colourful or a classic?! Don’t be afraid to break the rules - choose the product that matches your creative goals, is easy to apply and blendable! One of the top lip makeup artists, Vlada Haggerty, sometimes chooses to use...

Master these authentic lip designs yourself and wow the world!

Sign up for Vlada's virtual masterclass "Master Authentic look with unique lip design" and learn all the scoop, so you can wow the world and become better MUA. 

Plus receive an ultimate Step-by-step PDF guide for MUAs, PDF certificate and PDF product list!

Click Learn More button