Perfect Lip Plumping:  Plumper, Younger Looking Lips

First, let me tell you about my new absolute favorite lip product, which can be used in conjunction with any and all lip products (plumpers included) that you may already be using.  It's N.V. Perricone's Alpha Lipoic Acid Lip Plumper with NTP Complex and DMAE.  This product is unlike any other lip product you've ever used.  Perricone defines it as "a nourishing Alpha Lipoic Acid based balm" - it's a light, white, creamy, quickly absorbed balmy substance that you pat on and around the outline of your lips.  You will IMMEDIATELY see a noticeable difference in the visibility of fine lines (and even deeper vertical lines) around the mouth.  Lips appear fuller, smoother and with a healthy, natural color.  As an added bonus - it also prevents lip color from feathering/bleeding.  This product is fully absorbed in just moments, which allows you to then proceed with your other lip products.  Use morning and evening.

Before we continue, let me mention that about a year ago, I wrote a guide to help identify and define the different types of lip plumpers on the market today, what they do, and what results you can expect from each (can be found under my reviews/guides titled 'Pucker Up:  The Real Skinny on Lip Plumpers').  I am really big on lips and lip products, and have continued to try just about every product that comes out.  While I've tried many disappointing products, along the way I have also discovered a few remarkable products, and a routine in which to use them that seems to work wonders.

Now that I've divulged my latest and greatest lip-loving secret, let me give you my personal lip routine.  Feel free to pick and choose and use whatever's useful to YOU!

Morning:

Apply N.V. Perricone's Alpha Lipoic Acid Lip Plumper on and around the outline of your lips, extra focus on any deep vertical lines.  Allow to absorb (1-2 minutes).

Apply your favorite lip plumper (if you prefer colorless plumpers that can be used UNDER your favorite lipstick or gloss, I recommend City Lips Clear Treatment or Dior Lip Maximizer.  Always allow 10-15 minutes (5 minimum) to let product begin to absorb and do it's job before you apply your favorite color product on top.

Throughout the Day:

City Lips colored glosses and Bare Escentuals Buxom Lips are simple, gorgeous, one-step products that keep your lips plumped and gorgeous all day long.  Both are easy to apply, reapply with no build up, look fabulous alone and come in easy to wear colors that compliment every skin tone.

Evening:

Apply N.V. Perricone's Alpha Lipoic Acid Lip Plumper on and around the outline of your lips, allow to absorb.  Follow with Fusion Beauty LipFusion XL 2x Micro-Injected Collagen + HA (hyaluronic acid) Advanced Lip Plumping Therapy.  This stuff is AMAZING - it combines several lip plumping technologies, doubles the micro-injected collagen of the original LipFusion and works all night long so that you wake up to smooth, firm, perfectly hydrated and plumped lips.  Use it once, you'll never want to go to bed without it again.

Weekly:

Once a week, treat yourself to an exfoliating lip scrub to ensure you are exposing a renewed, soft, smooth, healthy & kissable lip surface. Grab one from Philosophy, Smashbox, Laura Geller or Benefit - they all work great!

HOT TIP:  Always make sure you've completed your tooth/mouth care routine (brushing/flossing/rinsing) BEFORE applying your lip products.

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