Lip Shapes
Bottom-Heavy Lips
Bottom-heavy lips have a lower lip that's much fuller than the upper lip, more than the typical 1.5:1 proportion.
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How to tell if you have bottom-heavy lips
- The lower lip is clearly fuller than the upper.
- The difference is bigger than the typical 1.5:1 ratio.
- The upper lip may look thin by comparison.
Makeup for bottom-heavy lips
Overline the upper lip slightly and use a shade a touch lighter on top.
Makeup tips for bottom-heavy lips
- Overline the upper lip slightly at the peaks.
- Use a shade a touch lighter on the upper lip.
- Gloss only the upper lip to balance volume.
Bottom-Heavy Lips vs similar lip shapes
Bottom-Heavy Lips vs Top-Heavy LipsTop-heavy lips are the opposite: a fuller upper lip.
Bottom-Heavy Lips vs Full LipsFull lips are full on both lips.
Celebrities often described as having bottom-heavy lips
- Gigi Hadid
- Mila Kunis
Based on how these people are commonly described in style and beauty media; lighting and angles vary between photos.
Frequently asked questions
What are bottom-heavy lips?
Lips where the lower lip is much fuller than the upper lip.
Are bottom-heavy lips common?
Yes. A fuller lower lip is the typical proportion; bottom-heavy simply means more so.
