How to Make Lip Oil Last Longer: 10 Easy Tricks

One of the questions we get most is: how do I make my lip oil last longer? The short answer is that lip oil, with its lightweight texture, is not designed to stay put all day like a matte liquid lipstick. That lightness is exactly what makes it so comfortable. But that does not mean you need to reapply every half hour. With good prep and a few application tricks, you can stretch out the shine and the soft feel for much longer.

Why lip oil wears off faster than lipstick

Long-wear lipsticks are formulated to dry down and set on your lips. Lip oil, on the other hand, stays fluid and flexible. That is why it feels so comfortable, and also why it transfers more easily when you eat, drink or talk a lot. Knowing this helps you choose the right technique for your plans.

10 tricks to make your lip oil last longer

1. Exfoliate gently once or twice a week

Flaky lips soak up product unevenly and the shine looks patchy. Gentle exfoliation creates a smooth surface where lip oil spreads better. Follow our guide to exfoliating your lips at home.

2. Start with clean, dry lips

If you apply lip oil over food residue, old lipstick or damp lips, it will slide off faster. Blot with a tissue first.

3. Use lip liner as a base

This is a makeup artist favorite. Line and fill in your lips with a liner close to your natural lip color. The liner creates a base that helps color and shine hold, and it keeps the oil from traveling past your lip line. We walk you through it in lip oil with lip liner.

4. Apply thin layers instead of one thick coat

A thick coat transfers the moment you take your first sip. Apply a thin layer, press your lips together and, if you want more shine, add a second layer only to the center.

5. Focus on the center of your lips

The center is where shine shows most. Using less product at the corners means less chance of it pooling or bleeding.

6. Pair it with matte lipstick

If you need color that lasts all day, use matte lipstick as a base and lip oil just for shine. When the shine fades, the color stays. More ideas in lip oil over matte lipstick.

7. Choose a color changing lip oil

Color changing lip oils leave a soft tint on your lips. Even as the shine wears off, that hint of color tends to hang on a little longer. Our Passion Fruit and Piña Colada flavors have this effect.

8. Watch out for drinks and oily foods

Oily foods break down oils faster. If you are eating, use a straw for drinks when you can and save your touch-up for afterward.

9. Do not rub your lips together

Pressing gently is fine, but rubbing side to side wipes product away. Many people do it without noticing.

10. Keep your lip oil handy

The simplest trick of all: reapplying is part of the lip oil ritual, and it takes seconds. Keep one in your bag and another at your desk. Here is why in lip oil in your bag.

Express routine for a long event

1. Exfoliate gently the night before and apply lip oil before bed.
2. In the morning, clean and dry your lips.
3. Line and fill in with a natural-toned liner.
4. Apply a thin layer of lip oil and press your lips together.
5. Blot the excess by placing a tissue between your lips.
6. Add an extra touch to the center.
7. Bring your lip oil to touch up after the meal or the photos.

Mistakes that make lip oil disappear fast

• Applying it over a greasy balm.
• Using too much product thinking it will last longer.
• Licking your lips.
• Not blotting the excess before eating.

Find it at BeautyRosee

Our Ultra Hydrating Lip Oil has a lightweight, non-sticky texture with peptides, centella asiatica, hyaluronic acid and vitamin E. It is comfortable to reapply as often as you like without building up heavy layers.

• Pick your flavor: from the nine options of Ultra Hydrating Lip Oil.
• One for every spot: build your pack, 1 for $10, 3 for $25 or 5 for $35, in Lip Oils.
• Complete your look: find lip liners and lipsticks in our makeup section.

FAQ

How long does lip oil last on your lips?

It depends on what you are doing: talking, eating and drinking remove it faster. With liner as a base and thin layers, the shine lasts longer.

Does lip liner make lip oil last longer?

Yes. It creates a base that helps keep product inside your lip line and extends the color.

Can I set lip oil with powder?

We do not recommend it: powder dulls the shine, which is the whole point of a lip oil.

How many times a day can I reapply?

As many as you like. Because it is lightweight and non-sticky, you can reapply without heavy buildup.

Keep reading

• How to use lip oil: 3 ways to pair it with your makeup
• Lip oil mistakes and how to avoid them