5 Highly effective tricks for naturally luscious lips

Pretty Pout: 5 Super simple tricks to get naturally luscious lips

Angela Goh

29 Mar 2017

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Smile more to strengthen those lip muscles
Yep, there are muscles in your lips, so regular exercise will help to keep them looking toned and more attractive! While you could engage in a daily exercise plan for your lips, just smiling away is probably the easiest way to get the results you desire. Spend a few minutes each day watching funny videos on YouTube or watching a comedy on Netflix to get your dose of laughs. It’s an easy-peasy way to strengthen your lip muscles to create fuller lips instead of sagging ones.
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Whistling will also do the trick
Do you need more ways than just smiling to keep your lips firm? Here’s a fun one. Whistle! Whistle while you work, whistle while you’re in the shower, whistle while you’re in the kitchen making your morning coffee… do it for 5 to 10 seconds, repeated 10 times each day. Like smiling, this is a great and natural way to keep your lips toned.
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Plump up the pout with peppermint oil
Certain essential oils can help stimulate blood flow, making your lips look plumper and more luscious. Peppermint oil is perfect for this (yes, that’s why those menthol lip balms work). All you need is a couple of drops of peppermint essential oil, lightly dabbed on the lips.
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Exfoliate with a soft brush
This one’s a no-brainer. Get rid of dull lips by removing dead skin cells. Brushing your lips gently can also help to circulate the blood, giving your lips a plumper look. Invest in a soft-bristled toothbrush (ones for babies work a treat) and buff your lips very gently. Your regular toothbrush is probably to harsh for this, so don’t use it or you’ll just create dry and chapped lips instead!
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Use a homemade scrub for effective results
Another way to exfoliate your lips effectively is to use a nourishing scrub. Some fine sugar granules mixed with a few drops of lemon juice and a dollop of honey will form a delightful skin-friendly exfoliant perfect for smoothening and brightening your lips. Regularly using your homemade scrub will guarantee lovely lips in no time at all.

Smile more to strengthen those lip muscles

Natural ways to get those kissable lips without resorting to expensive aesthetic treatments.

Plump, kissable lips can make all the difference when it comes to putting your lip colour on – if your lips are dry and chapped (because of the air-conditioning in your office, or because you’ve been chewing on them – please stop!), they won’t allow your lipstick to glide on smoothly, and if your lips look a bit lacklustre and grey-ish instead of perky and pink, it’ll show through your painstakingly-applied colour as the day wears on.

The solution? Simple yet foolproof tricks to get perfect lips. From easy lip exercises to making use of peppermint oil, we’ve rounded up some great ways you can achieve that naturally luscious pout. Head up to the gallery to check them out.

Angela Goh

Photos: Getty Images

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