Never have a lipstick embarrassment again after you follow these 5+ tutorials

One of the simplest ways to looked polished is to perfect your pout. Even if you're not wearing foundation or eye makeup, your lips can give your whole look a boost – but only if they're in tip-top shape. If you've struggled with cracked lips or wondered how to get a pretty matte finish without buying a new lipstick, then these tips and videos are for you.
A great look always starts with the basics, so plan to show your lips some TLC before you rush in and apply color. Each tip will help you achieve the best result. From exfoliating to hydrating to coloring and mattifying, these tips cover everything you need to know all in one convenient place. Let's get started.
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1. Exfoliate
If you've ever tried to apply lipstick over cracked, dry lips, you've probably ended up with one hot mess. Flaky lip skin grabs color, and when your lips are dried out, lipstick settles into those cracks. Exfoliating lips is very simple as you'll see in this quick tutorial. Remember to use a damp towel to remove the scrub. It will leave more moisture behind than using a dry tissue.
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2. Apply a hydrating lip treatment
Despite the makeup industry's best efforts, lipstick rarely hydrates your lips. In fact, it often makes them even drier. If you want lips to look and feel their best, apply a hydrating lip product before you put on the color. In this tutorial, you'll see that even a simple lip balm will do the trick. Tip: For extra hydration, let the lip balm or treatment sink in for a few minutes before applying color.
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3. Find the perfect neutral color
The world of lipstick shades has certainly expanded in recent years. Whereas pink, coral, red and wine shades once ruled the land of lipstick, new edgy shades have made it possible to color lips in almost every shade of the rainbow. Watch the helpful video to learn more about how to pick the perfect shade. You may be surprised to learn how easy it really is.
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4. Use a lip liner
Remember coloring when you were a kid? If you drew in the outline, then filled the inside with color, you already know how to use lip liner. Lining lips may seem like an unnecessary step, but you'll be amazed at how it helps define the shape of your lips while keeping lipstick from bleeding. Check out this helpful tutorial for tips on pairing liner with lipstick.
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5. Get matte lips with bit of powder
Matte lips are gorgeous, but who wants to spend more money buying a new shade just to be trendy? You can mattify any lipstick with just a few simple tools. In this short video, you'll see how to transform any glossy shade into the perfect matte look with just a bit of powder. Be sure to follow the tips exactly, though, because adding powder directly to your lips will leave them looking cakey and dry.
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