Professional Lip Color Mixing & Lipstick Techniques
Stop buying new lipsticks for every outfit. Learn how to mix custom shades on a palette for a perfect match every single time.
My favorite lipstick brushes for a precise application. I recommend brushes from Pro Arte, PAC, and MAC to get that perfect, clean lip line every time.
My top recommendations for affordable lip liners. I share my favorite shades from Mars, Recode, Kay Beauty, and MyGlamm that I use on myself and my clients.
A tutorial on mixing a natural pink lipstick shade. Using a lip palette, I show how to create a custom color that looks beautiful and unique.
A guide to pairing lipstick shades with your outfit color. I suggest the best lip colors to wear with red, black, yellow, and pink dresses.
Using a lipstick palette to create the perfect lip shade for a client. Palettes offer endless possibilities for customizing colors for every skin tone and occasion.
A tutorial on mixing a Korean-style gradient lipstick shade. I use red, orange, brown, and yellow pigments to create this trendy look.
Mixing a beautiful natural magenta lipstick shade. This video shows the process of creating a custom lip color using a professional palette.
About this collection
You don't need a new lipstick for every occasion. With just a few primary pigments and a mixing palette, you can create any shade from a subtle nude to a deep maroon. I teach my students how to use simple color theory to blend the exact shade that complements their skin tone and outfit, saving you money and vanity space.
Stop guessing which lipstick to wear with your red or yellow dress. In my classes, we move beyond just picking a color from a tube. We focus on color mixing theory, which allows you to create custom, bespoke shades that aren't available on the shelf.
Why Learn Lip Color Theory?
- Perfect Matching: Create the exact undertone needed to balance your outfit.
- Cost Effective: Stop accumulating dozens of lipsticks. With a professional palette (like those from Character or Recode), you can mix infinite variations.
- Professional Finish: Learn to use the right lip brushes (like Pro Arte or PAC) for a clean, defined application that doesn't bleed.
Whether you are a beginner looking to build your first kit or a professional makeup artist in Gurgaon wanting to refine your kit for bridal clients, learning how to mix is a game changer. I demonstrate techniques for creating everything from Korean-style gradients to classic matte finishes.
If you are tired of watching reels and want to learn these techniques hands-on, my studio in Sector 36A is open. We cover everything from skin prep to the final lip finish in my 30-day professional course and personal self-grooming workshops.
Pooja
I am Pooja, a certified makeup artist and educator based in Gurgaon. I believe that makeup is a skill you master, not just a bunch of products you buy. I am here to help you stop guessing and start painting with confidence.
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