Athough lip sticks aren't as popular as glosses in contemporary cosmetics, they still have a place for the creation of beautiful looks.

The key to longwearing lip stick is the "blot and repeat".

If the lipstick is light in color, choose a lipliner that matches the natural color of your lip. If it's a bolder shade, choose a lip liner that matches the lip stick. Line and fill the lip with the pencil.

Using a lip brush, apply a coat of lipstick. Blot the lips with a soft tissue, leaving a stain of lipstick on the lips. Using a powder brush, dust the lips with a loose translucent powder. Then, with the lip brush, apply a second coat of lip stick.

This will help you to hold the color all day or night, and keep a hint of color on your lips between touch-ups!