How to Apply Dark Berry Red Lip Pencil

Quick Answer

Start with a clean, moisturized lip, outline your cupid's bow, fill in with the pencil, and blend for a seamless base that keeps bold color in place all day.

Step-by-Step Application Guide

1. Prep Your Lips: Exfoliate gently with a lip scrub or a damp washcloth to remove flakes. Apply a thin layer of lip balm and blot off excess. A dry or chapped lip will cause the pencil to skip and look uneven. Smooth lips are the foundation for a crisp line.
2. Outline the Cupid's Bow: Start at the center peak of your upper lip. Use short, feathery strokes to trace the bow's shape. Follow your natural lip line—don't overdraw unless you're practiced. A wobbly line is harder to fix later. Build the shape in small strokes, not one continuous line.
3. Define the Outer Corners: Draw from the corner of your mouth toward the center on both the upper and lower lips. Keep the pencil tip sharp for precision. Stop short of the center to avoid overlapping your cupid's bow work. Leave a small gap at the center until both sides meet.
4. Fill In the Entire Lip: Use the pencil to fill in your lips completely. This creates a long-lasting base that helps your lipstick or gloss stay put. The Dark Berry Klaw shade is pigmented enough to wear alone for a matte look. Filling in prevents a ring effect if your lipstick fades.
5. Blend and Set: Press your lips together gently, then use a clean finger or a lip brush to soften the inner edge so the color looks natural. Blot with a tissue to remove excess oil. For extra staying power, dust translucent powder over a tissue pressed on your lips. Blending avoids a harsh line where the pencil meets lipstick.

Product Spotlight

• Dark Berry Red Klaw High Definition Lip Pencil: Infused with organic coconut oil, this vegan pencil prevents dehydration while keeping your lip line fine. The coconut oil keeps the pencil gliding smoothly without drying your lips, so you can re-draw or correct before it sets.