Ladies who've made it this far—is your heart already racing with excitement, eager to try this bitten lip look? But first, let's review common pitfalls before diving into the tutorial step by step.
NO lip liner!
Use a nude lipstick as a base to soften your natural lip color, then apply red lipstick like the model.Apply with a lip brush or your finger—avoid lip liner, as it looks unnatural. Stick to your fingertip. NO: Filling your entire lips with one shade! Apply red lipstick all over your upper lip. For the lower lip, apply only to the center and highlight with a touch of gloss. This creates a more polished look and makes your lips appear smaller.Remember, the gradient effect is essential for a bitten lip look—without it, it's not the same. Finally, a tip for beginners: If you're trying a dark shade for the first time, start with a nude lipstick as a base. Then apply a coffee-colored lipstick near the inner lip line and gently press your lips together to blend.