Stunning Summer Lip Shades

It’s time for a makeup bag check, ladies! The list of activities you can do this summer is endless, and I bet just like me, you want to have the perfect look for all of these occasions. Of course, nothing completes an outfit like the right shade of lipstick. The summer season is the time for fun, light and bright colors, especially since the color of the year is orchid. It’s no surprise that lip shades that are trending this summer are along that line too. If you haven’t updated your lipstick collection yet, it’s time to take notes!

Trendy Tints This Season

Orange is making a splash this summer. From catwalks to red carpets, women have been wearing this bold color on their lips. It’s a fashion statement that’s big this season, and though I’m not so sure about neon orange myself, I can’t help but agree that electric orange lips pop out nicely when paired with white, cream, and pastel colored outfits.

Crimson red is a timeless color for me. You can wear it during any season and look fabulous and classy while feeling confident and beautiful. The right red lipstick is essential in every woman’s makeup kit.

For a more subtle look, there are always the softer shades of pink. Pink has always been a fun and girly color with a very wide range. You can go from the “naturally beautiful lips” look using warm peaches or go trendy with bright pinks.

For all you ladies who aren’t sure about these summer shades just yet, nude colors are also a timeless classic. A nude lip color is perfect for emphasizing your natural lips while still looking stylish. Once you’re confident with pulling off the nude shades, you can work your way through the bold colors!

DIY: Home Remedies for Naturally Beautiful Lips

We might as well admit it: plump and soft lips add a lot to a woman’s appeal. When I get a reaction after flashing someone a smile,I feel more beautiful and know I’m doing something right! The vitality and texture of your lips tell a lot about your lifestyle, your health and who you are. For instance, people who smoke and use unhealthy lip products usually have darker, rougher lips. If you want better looking lips without spending a ton on expensive lip treatments, you can DIY! Read on to learn about some of my favorite home remedies for naturally beautiful lips. 

Exfoliate

My sister absolutely loves my homemade lip scrub. Here’s how you can prepare a DIY lip scrub: Take a handful of rose petals, one half of a cucumber, and a tablespoon of honey. Break out your favorite blender or Vitamix, blend on high speed creating a paste, wait ten minutes, then add a teaspoon of milk. Blend again, and it’s ready. To use it, apply your homemade scrub softly to your lips in a circular motion.

You can also use this scrub on your toothbrush to exfoliate your lips. Just apply to your toothbrush and gently scrub your lips’ surface to remove impurities. Voila! After a couple of weeks you’ll notice a difference in your lips – they will be smoother and more supple.

 

Massage

As we all know, massages promote circulation. Any body part with good circulation appears to be pinkish or reddish and full. One way to achieve that soft, full look is take aloe vera gel and massage it gently onto your lips for 15 minutes. I know it sounds like a long time but trust me, it’s worth it. Afterwards, rinse thoroughly with water and you’re done! Massaging your lips once a day makes them luscious and plump.

 

Do some lip workouts

Did you know that your body can act as a natural lip plumper? Simple lip workouts can stimulate collagen production in your lips, giving them a more natural color and making them fuller. This is something you can do hands-free! The next time you’re watching your favorite TV show or sitting in front of the computer, do some lip exercises. Lip circles are my favorite: simply close your mouth, pucker up, and move your lips to the left and right, holding them in place for a few seconds on each side. Do lip circles ten times every day and forget about collagen injections. You can have plump lips if you add this to your daily routine. Try this once a day for a couple weeks and you’ll reap the rewards…no cheating!

These home remedies won’t cost you hundreds of dollars. Now you can go shopping and pick up that sundress you’ve been eyeing at the mall!

Please leave comments and let me know which of these tips worked best for you. If you have any tips of your own and care to share, I would love to hear from you!