How to Get Plump Lips Naturally
Full, plump lips are a hot beauty trend. But getting those supple, pouty lips doesn’t have to mean expensive fillers or cosmetic procedures.
You can do it at home with these natural tips: 1. Drink plenty of water. This hydrates your skin, which also promotes plumping. 2. Use peppermint oil or cinnamon to stimulate circulation.
1. Drink plenty of water
Drinking plenty of water helps keep the lips moisturized, which can help plump the skin a bit. It’s also important to exfoliate the lips to remove any dry, flaking skin. You can use a gentle lip scrub or a natural lip exfoliant that contains coconut oil or raw cocoa butter.
Another easy way to make your lips look fuller is to use a highlighter on the cupid’s bow and apply a shimmery lip balm. This is a trick that many celebrities and beauty influencers swear by.
If you want to try a more permanent solution, you can opt for a non-invasive cosmetic procedure called the “botox lip flip.” This involves injecting tiny amounts of neurotoxin in the center of the lips to create a more full appearance. However, it’s important to note that results from this treatment are not long-lasting and need to be maintained with frequent treatments. This can become expensive and time-consuming. Other cosmetic options include lip fillers and dermal lip implants.
2. Apply a hyaluronic acid serum
Hyaluronic acid is the super hydrator that can draw water in to plump your lips. It’s one of the best ingredients to use for a naturally fuller pout. You can find hyaluronic acid in products from brands like Grande Lips, Dr. Dennis Gross, and Buxom.
Essential oils are another natural way to give your pout a plump boost. But make sure you’re using the right ones to avoid irritation. Peppermint and cinnamon are the most effective, though they can cause contact dermatitis, so be sure to spot-test before you apply them.
You can also DIY your own clear lip gloss to add a little extra shine and dimension to your lips. But be warned: applying chili powder to the lips can result in some serious tingling and irritation, so be careful with this hack! Also, it’s not a permanent solution; you’ll need to repeat this trick daily to see results. For a more long-term solution, you can try peptides, which are chains of amino acids that help produce collagen in the skin.
3. Apply a lip mask
If you’re looking for a quick, instant plumping hack that can be done on the go without having to travel with a full kit of makeup products, a lip mask is the answer. Generally made with a gel or a thick sheet of hydrogel that you leave on for the recommended time (generally best to do while lying down), these potent treatments are great for boosting the volume and hydration of your lips.
Try one that contains ingredients like cinnamon, cayenne pepper and essential oils for vasodilating effects. According to holistic esthetician and Mindbodygreen Collective member Britta Plug, doing this on a regular basis can help you prevent volume loss in the lips by bringing circulation to the area on a localized level.
If you’re looking for an even more noticeable result, use a highlighter to tease your Cupid’s Bow and draw attention to the center of your lips. Just don’t go overboard, as this can look cartoonish.
4. Use a lip plumper
The skin on the lips tends to get dehydrated quickly, which can impact their plump look. To make them softer and fuller, try massaging a non-toxic lip balm that offers sun protection to your pout.
Essential oils, like cinnamon, peppermint, and cayenne, are another popular way to naturally plump your lips. According to naturopathic doctor Tess Marshall, they stimulate the lips, which boosts circulation and creates a localized “swollen” appearance.
However, she warns that this trick isn’t as long-lasting as fillers. Still, if used consistently, it will help prevent volume loss and minimize the appearance of smoker’s lines over time.
