Lip Shapes

Round Lips

Round lips are full but relatively narrow, so the mouth looks compact and rounded.

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Illustration of round lips

How to tell if you have round lips

  1. The lips are full but the mouth is relatively narrow.
  2. The Cupid's bow is soft.
  3. Seen straight on, the lips look compact and rounded.

Makeup for round lips

Extend liner slightly toward the corners to elongate.

Makeup tips for round lips

  • Extend liner slightly toward the corners to add width.
  • Use matte shades at the corners and gloss at the center sparingly.
  • Defined brows balance a compact mouth.

Round Lips vs similar lip shapes

Frequently asked questions

What are round lips?

Full lips with a relatively narrow mouth.

Can round lips look wider?

Yes. Lining slightly past the natural corners and keeping color even creates a wider look.

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