Lip Shapes
Top-Heavy Lips
Top-heavy lips have an upper lip that's as full as or fuller than the lower lip.
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How to tell if you have top-heavy lips
- Compare the height of your upper and lower lip with your mouth relaxed.
- If the upper lip is as tall as or taller than the lower lip, you're top-heavy.
- The upper lip often looks prominent in profile.
Makeup for top-heavy lips
Add a lighter shade or gloss to the center of the lower lip to balance.
Makeup tips for top-heavy lips
- Add a lighter shade or gloss to the center of the lower lip.
- Line the lower lip slightly outside its edge if you want balance.
- Keep the upper lip matte and the lower lip glossy.
Top-Heavy Lips vs similar lip shapes
Top-Heavy Lips vs Bottom-Heavy LipsBottom-heavy lips have a much fuller lower lip.
Top-Heavy Lips vs Heart-Shaped LipsHeart-shaped lips have a full upper lip and a sharp bow.
Celebrities often described as having top-heavy lips
- Emily Ratajkowski
- Scarlett Johansson
Based on how these people are commonly described in style and beauty media; lighting and angles vary between photos.
Frequently asked questions
Are top-heavy lips rare?
They're less common than a fuller lower lip, which is the typical proportion.
What is the normal upper-to-lower lip ratio?
On average the lower lip is about 1.5–1.7 times the height of the upper lip.
