How To Identify and Enhance Your Lip Shape

Just like knowing your eye shape helps you perfect eyeliner, understanding your lip shape can make a big difference in how your makeup looks. Every pair of lips is unique, but most fall into common categories. Once you know yours, it’s easier to choose the right tricks to highlight your natural beauty.

Common Lip Shapes

Here are some of the most common types:

• Full lips: Evenly plump on top and bottom.
  
  

• Thin lips: Slim with less volume.
  
  

• Wide lips: Longer than tall, noticeable when smiling.
  
  

• Round lips: Short, full, and curved.
  
  

• Heavy upper lip: Top lip is fuller.
  
  

• Heavy lower lip: Bottom lip is plumper.
  
  

• Bow-shaped lips: Defined Cupid’s bow, fuller on both sides.
  
  

• Heart-shaped lips: Sharp Cupid’s bow with a rounded or angled bottom lip.
  
  

• Downturned lips: Corners slightly tilt downward.
  
  

How To Identify Your Lip Shape

Stand in front of a mirror and look closely. Notice fullness, Cupid’s bow shape, and the direction of the corners. Then compare your features to a lip chart. Don’t worry if you don’t fit just one type-many lips are a mix, and that’s what makes them special.

Makeup Tips to Enhance Your Shape

• Full lips: Glossy or shimmery finishes make them pop. To tone down, line inside your lip line.
  
  

• Thin lips: Slightly overline and use gloss for a fuller look.
  
  

• Wide lips: Apply darker shades at the corners for balance.
  
  

• Downturned lips: Add highlighter to the Cupid’s bow to lift the look.
  
  

• Heart or bow lips: Bold colors and sharp liners highlight definition.
  

Final Takeaway

Your lips are already beautiful-makeup is just a tool to enhance what you naturally have. Once you know your shape, you’ll find it easier to choose colors and techniques that make your pout stand out. For that perfect finishing touch, try lipsticks like Moonduchess and Tamaraa-their rich shades and smooth formulas help you create a flawless lip look no matter your shape.