hink of your lips as a sponge. "When exposed to moisture, they absorb water and
plump up. When dehydrated, they dry out and shrink," explains Bruce Bart,
M.D., a dermatologist at Hennepin County Medical Center in Minneapolis. And,
because they're always exposed, they're prone to dehydration, particularly during
the cold, windy winter months. The skin on the lips is also unlike skin anywhere
else on the body: It's thinner (allowing the blood vessels to be visible, making the
lips look red) and has no oil glands (oil acts as a barrier for skin, helping to
protect it from the elements). The result can be red, rough (and sometimes
painful), chapped lips that couldn't hold lipstick color if you spray-painted it on.
Use a natural lip-plumper:
Increasing circulation to your lips makes them look plumper and redder. You can
naturally make your lips a little plumper by using cinnamon or another spicy
household item on your lips. Just rub a little on, wait a few minutes, then rinse
your lips.
Plumping Balm
If you've been wondering how to get fuller lips on the go, put a full tube of your
favorite lip balm in a small pot or bowl, melt it and mix in 1/4 teaspoon of
cinnamon oil. Once it cools, apply to your lips for a moisturized, plump look.
Cinnamon Scrub
To exfoliate and plump your lips at the same time, use this DIY lip plumper. Mix
1 tablespoon of olive or sweet almond oil, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and 1
tablespoon of white sugar in a small bowl. Then, massage onto your lips for 5 to
10 minutes to help stimulate blood flow and make your lips appear fuller.
Luscious Gloss
Give your favorite lip gloss plumping benefits with this easy recipe. Add six
drops of peppermint oil to a tube of unscented, clear lip gloss. Carefully add 1/8
teaspoon of cayenne powder mix with the lip gloss wand, and apply to your lips
for more fullness.
Color-Filled Plumper
Make a tinted DIY lip plumper by combining a stick of colored lipstick or lip
balm with 8 drops of cinnamon oil. Microwave for 30 seconds, mix, allow to
cool and apply with a lip brush.
Moisturizing Mix
Melt 1 tablespoon of raw cocoa butter or coconut oil in a small bowl by placing
it in the microwave for 15 seconds at a time. Add 1 teaspoon of olive oil and 8
drops of cinnamon essential oil and stir together. Once cooled, apply the DIY lip
plumper to your lips. You can rinse it off after 10 minutes or leave it on for a
lasting effect.
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