Simple tips for perfect lips this summer

For your summer getaway, be prepped and gain that perfect profile picture. Here are professional tips from Merle Norman for perfect lips this season:

Daily Lip Tips

Scrub away dry flaky skin with Merle Norman Lip Exfoliator before applying lip color.

Protect and perfect lips throughout the day with Lip Conditioner SPF 15.

Stop lip color bleeding and minimize the appearance of fine lines with Wrinkle Smoother Lips.

Line and fill in lips with Age Defying Lipliner to help lip color last longer.

Choose natural-toned liner and hold it at an angle. Use the side, not the point, of the liner and run it against lips for flawless application.         

Trace a "v" on the center of upper lip to enhance the cupid's bow.

Follow entire lip line using short, feathery strokes.       

Avoid inner corners of lips for the most natural effect.

Create the perfect shape.          

Add Fullness       

Erase natural lip line with concealer.

To create a "new" lip line, trace natural-toned liner just outside of concealer.

Fill in lips with a medium shade of lip color; avoid dark colors as they have a tendency to "shrink" lips.

Dab gloss in the center of lips; the shine reflects light so lips immediately look fuller.