How to Elevate Your Lips by Layering and Mixing Lip Shades
Lip layering is the beauty secret that instantly upgrades your look—without buying dozens of new products. Whether you’re rocking a barely-there nude or going full-on glam, having a few go-to lip combinations in your pocket (or makeup bag) makes getting ready easier and more intentional.
By layering and mixing lip shades strategically, you can customize color, enhance lip shape, and create fuller-looking lips—especially if you have mature lips or want a more polished finish.
Start With a Nude Base for Balance
One of the easiest ways to elevate any lip look is to apply our Sydney at 8AM universal nude all over your lips as a base.
This technique:
Softens bold or bright shades
Neutralizes uneven lip tone
Creates a smooth canvas for layering
If you’re working with a bold lipstick, the nude base helps tone it down so the final look feels wearable and refined—perfect for both daytime and evening looks.
How to Layer for Fuller-Looking Lips
Lip layering is especially effective if you want your lips to appear fuller—without overlining.
Step-by-step technique:
Apply Our Sydney nude shade all over the lips
Dab our New York City or Mexico City shade in the center.
Gently blend outward using our italian-made precision lip brush
This creates a subtle gradient effect that gives the illusion of volume and dimension.
Avoid harsh lines—soft blending keeps the look natural and modern.
Go-To Lip Combinations That Always Work
If you want effortless results, keep these combinations in mind:
- Sydney Nude base + Tulum shade for everyday polish
- Sydney Nude base + New York shade for toned-down glam
- Sydney and Mexico City shades for dimension
These combinations work for any occasion and take the guesswork out of getting ready.
Don't be shy, mix and match our shades and find your perfect combo!
xx
Gabriela