Keep Your Pout on Point With These Plumping Lip Masks
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Since the Korean masking trend crossed over to the US beauty scene, I've been hooked. I own a wealth of sheet masks, multimask like a mofo, and use under-eye treatments almost daily (you can read about my favorite ones here). So when lip masks emerged, I was intrigued — and I wasn't alone.
We live in the age of the plumped lip, and more women are seeking ways to enhance their pout without makeup (or needles). According to Pinterest, the latest innovation in masking also happens to be one of 2017's most popular bridal beauty trends.
The lip-shaped gels come in various sizes, but most commonly the oversize pink ones you've probably seen on Instagram. They're infused with ingredients that target a range of concerns from moisture and dryness to plumping. Covering your pout with one for a few minutes will leave you with fuller, softer, sexier lips. And you can't deny that it also makes for the perfect selfie op.
Some of my favorite brands have gotten in on the trend and created lip masks that are as effective as they are Instagramable. If you've been thinking of taking the mask route to a plumped pout, keep reading to discover some of my favorites.
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Sephora Collection Rose Lip Masks
If you love Sephora Collection's Rose Sheet Mask for your face, prepare to reap the soothing benefits on your lips. The bio-cellulose lip treatment ($3) contains natural rose extract to moisturize and soften your pout. Leave it on for 15 minutes to give your lips a boost of hydration before applying makeup. Should you suffer from chapped lips and need extra protection, try the Sephora Collection Shea Lip Mask ($3), which is infused with shea butter to protect lips that are over dried.
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Skyn Iceland Plumping Lip Gel
Skyn Iceland's Plumping Lip Gel ($15) is a 10-minute treatment designed to give you a youthful fuller pucker. It's packed with natural essential oils and extracts (like blueberry, strawberry, and raspberry) that hydrate the skin, and it leaves your lips feeling soft and plumped.
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Tony Moly Kiss Kiss Lovely Lip Patch
The Tony Moly Kiss Miss Lip Patch ($9) is soaked in a collagen and witch hazel serum that will soften and enhance your pout. I typically leave this mask on for 15 minutes, then rub in any excess liquid into my lips. It creates the perfect buxom canvas for lipstick and makeup application.
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Patchology Lip Renewal Hydrogels
If your lips need a quick pick-me-up, apply Patchology's Lip Renewal patches ($50) for five minutes. These hydrogels contain peptides, green tea extract, and caffeine to perk up your lips. They're super gentle and safe to use daily. They also come with a slight spacing between your top and bottom lip, so you can actually talk (or sip water through a straw!) while wearing them.
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KNC Beauty All Natural Collagen Infused Lip Mask
Beauty columnist Kristen Noel Crawley created the first all-natural, collagen-infused lip mask after becoming obsessed with the trend in Tokyo. Her unique KNC Beauty formula ($25) combines rose oil, cherry extract, and vitamin E to nourish your lips. Collagen will leave them tingling a few minutes into the treatment, and upon finishing, you'll be left with a conditioned, full pout. Think of this one as a deep conditioner but for your lips.
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Yes To Coconut 2-Step Lip Kit
Yes To! took the lip mask trend beyond just a gel patch and created a two-step kit ($4) equipped with everything you need for soft, plump lips. The first step is exfoliating your lips with the coconut oil sugar scrub. Then you apply the lip mask (which is soaked in sodium hyaluronate, aloe, and coconut water) to the curves of your mouth for 15 minutes. You might experience a slight tingling sensation when you leave this on, but this is simply the mask working its magic.
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