Keep Your Lips from Ghosting You

Backstage makeup for a beauty campaign.

Effortless pout, all day behind the scenes.

We’ve all been there—fly lip in the morning, mostly gone by lunch. So annoying. But here’s the thing: long-lasting lips aren’t about the lipstick, they’re about the prep.

Pros actually use eye cream—not lip balm, not chapstick. Eye cream soaks in, moisturizes, and stays matte, giving you a smooth base for color. Gently exfoliate your lips with a scrub or a soft toothbrush, then swipe on a thin layer of eye cream and let it sink in for a few minutes. Blot any excess. Smooth, hydrated lips = smooth, long-lasting color.

Pro tip: After your lipstick is on, press a tissue to your lips and dust a tiny bit of translucent powder over it. It locks the color in without looking cakey. This combo will get you through coffee, lunch, and even happy hour with minimal touch-ups—and no mask mishaps.

Looking for lipsticks that actually stay put? Check out Forbes' roundup of the best long-lasting lip products: forbes.com

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With intention,
♡ Remi O.

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