As makeup artist Fatima Thomas explained to PopSugar, getting honey lips right starts with your base. “The equation is really half your natural lip color, then a greenish-yellow shade,” she told the publication. “Combine the two, and you’ll have the desired look.”
Before getting started, make sure your lips are smooth and well hydrated. You can prepare for this ahead of time by wearing an overnight lip mask or balm while you sleep. When you’re ready to apply your honey lips, use a lip scrub to remove any dead skin before applying cosmetic products. Follow up with a balm to lock in moisture.
Once lips are extra hydrated, use a neutral tone lip liner to trace the shape of your lips, followed by a few dabs of your favorite golden eyeshadow on the top and bottom center of your mouth. Follow up with a tinted gloss or neutral tone lipstick, and voila: you’ve achieved honey lips. For bonus points, use the same golden eyeshadow on your lid to complete the look.
