Wearing matte lipsticks is not only a trend, but every makeup lover likes them. Good maintenance also comes with these trendy matte lips. Without which, you might have noticed your lips got all dried-up and cakey.
We have the solution for your matte lipstick dry lips. But before that, one more problem that we will be targeting here is regarding lip glosses. Why is it always mandatory for our hair to get stuck to our lips when wearing a gloss?
We all have been gone through this very fact that things started to be sticky on the lips while wearing a lip gloss. So, here are some solutions and recommendations. Read on, and let’s find out the reason.
Let’s get started!
Matte or Gloss? Which Do You Pick?
The most attractive feature of your face is your lips. Making them more beautiful using lip colors enhances your beauty. But it depends on what product you have used on your lip. Because there is a variety of different products available in the market now. You can change your look with different lip makeup. Let’s explore the lip makeup types:
Tinted Lip Balm
It is a lip balm used mainly in winter for dry lips. Light color is added to the balm, giving the lips a natural tint.
Lip Gloss
Lip gloss is a liquid formula lip color that gives shine and glam to the lips. They are available in all possible shades, from clear/transparent to black. It can be applied to already applied lipstick to get the desired color.
Lipstick
Lipsticks are the typical products of lip makeup, and it is the being used all around the world. There is a sheer lipstick that provides a very natural and moist result on lips. It is a good choice for everyday use. Then comes a semi-matte lipstick that gives more coverage than sheer lipstick.
Cream lipstick is another option that provides full coverage and gives a smooth and satiny feel to the lips. Matte lipsticks offer super coverage because they are color intensive and last longer than any other lip makeup. But with these perks, there is a con, too: the drying effect of matte lipstick on the lips. Its ingredient does not have much moisture content, resulting in dryness and a cakey look.
Lip Stain
Lip stains are a new arrival in the lip makeup industry. They look like markers with a faster drying composition.
It gives a long-lasting effect but also dries out the lips.
Lip Liner
Lip liners are used to OK the outline of the lip boundary and keep the lipstick/ gloss/ stain inside the edge. Always match your lip liner and lip color to get a lovely shade. And never overline your lips using your liners because it provides an unnatural look.
Matte or Glossy Lips?
Matte lipsticks are generally used for formal purposes. It is also great for daily usage.
It looks classier and subtler. At the same time, glossy lipsticks give a dramatic look. The shine and the glam due to the glossy lipsticks are just fantastic for parties and functions. Matte texture provides a defined shape to the lips, while glossy lipsticks make the lips look fuller. If you are a makeup starter, we recommend starting with the gloss because it forgives if you make a mistake. Matte lipsticks are long-wearing lipsticks that are hard to remove once applied.
Both have different finishes, textures, formulations, and longevity. So, choose your type and enjoy!
Why Are My Lips Dry When Applied with Matte Lipsticks?
Matte lipsticks tend to dry out lips more often. Even if it says it won’t make you look patchy or dry, matte lipsticks still make them dry. Why? Because of many reasons, like formulation, ingredients, lip texture or lip maintenance, etc., let’s dig into the matter to find out more.
Reasons and Solutions
The ingredients to make matte lipsticks are wax, oil, and pigments. The ratio of these ingredients is changed to make matte or glossy lipstick. To make matte lipstick, wax is added more, whereas oil is less in quantity. In this way, it provides a rich, opaque, and long-lasting appearance.
So, to avoid a flaky look on lips, you need to exfoliate your lips more often. Prepare your lip exfoliator by adding 1 tbsp sugar with olive oil and honey. Mix them nicely and gently massage them on your lips for 1 to 3 minutes. Rinse it, and you will have smooth and soft lips.
Now add some moisture to the lips. You can use lip balm, or maybe a natural moisturizer will work best, like coconut or argan oil. But don’t apply too much moisturizer as it will make your matte lip look into a glossy look.
What Makes Lip Gloss Sticky?
Lip gloss is not a new trend, but it never has less value. It is liked by many of us because of its longevity. But sometimes, it irritates us because our hair gets stuck to our lips, disturbing.
The stickiness of the lip gloss is due to the ingredients present in it. These ingredients are polybutene and polyisobutene. Polybutene is a non-drying, sticky liquid that acts as a binding, epilating, viscosity-increasing agent. At the same time, polyisobutene is very similar to polybutene. Its low molecular weight makes it a thick, soft, and tacky liquid.
How Can I Stop My Matte Lipstick from Drying out My Lips?
Why not go with the fashion trends? But the matte lipstick dries out the lips every time, making you think to stop using it again. Don’t follow the voice in your head and start using the following tricks to help you in this regard.
Drink Plenty of Water
The natural way to keep your lips hydrated is through the water. Drink plenty of water or juice or maybe decaffeinated tea and coffee. It will benefit your health, fitness, skin, and hair.
Scrubbing Is the Key!
Before applying matte lipstick, scrub your lips. And after removing the lipstick, exfoliate them again. This method will allow your lips to stay fresh and soft.
Use Lip Masks
Lip masks remove impurities from the lips and slough off dead cells. They are great for providing moisture to the lips while you rest and relax overnight.
Lip Balm
Before applying matte lipsticks, lip balms work best. Use lip balm on the lips to enjoy your matte makeup look.
Moisturize Before and After
There are moisturizers for matte lipsticks, so you can buy them easily from the market. Just check the ingredients before you buy them, the balance of waxes, emollients, and pigments.
Lip Primer
Lip primers help matte lipsticks stay in place and prevent drying or caking throughout the day.
How to Make My Lip Gloss Less Sticky?
There are ways with which we can make our lip gloss less sticky. So, you can still enjoy your favorite lip gloss again.
Exfoliate Your Lips
Exfoliation of your skin is essential, but it becomes more critical when it comes to lips, as lips are the primary facial feature that should be presentable. Exfoliation makes the lips soft, and if you don’t do it, your lips will be flaky, dry, and patchy.
Use your toothbrush gently to exfoliate your lips. Wet the toothbrush and gently massage it onto the lips in a circular motion. The dead skin on the skins will be off, leaving the lips skin soft and smooth.
Apply Foundation Layer
Foundation provides extra staying power to the lips gloss. We need to pat your foundation, or else you can use concealer on the top of the lips. Then you can apply your desired lip gloss, and you will be surprised to see the long-lasting effect afterward.
Take a Matching Lipstick
Now using matching lipstick underneath makes the lip gloss last longer. Even if your gloss gets off, you can still have matching lipstick on the lips.
Lip Primer
Yes, there are lip primers as well. They allow the gloss to stay longer and keep the lips shimmering throughout the day.
Try Ice Cubes
If you have sticky lips now, apply an ice cube to the top coat of the lip gloss. It smooths out the lips and de-goops it.
Translucent Powder
The easiest way to fix the sticky lip gloss is through the translucent powder. Dust off powder on the lips, take a tissue and put it on your lips, and then repeat to dust the powder on the lips. It will allow the stickiness to go away, and also, it will provide longevity to the gloss.
Choose High-Quality Products
Always choose high-quality products because they are less likely to be sticky and make the lips smooth and shiny.
Conclusion
Wearing makeup is all fun, but there are problems and issues regarding makeup too. There is nothing in this world that has no solution. So, here we are with some tricks and tips for you to choose wisely.
You can have a matte or a glossy look as per your occasion. Or it can be your liking and disliking about the product. You can have both looks on different days, and yet you can make them last for a longer time and make your day!