Full lips are high on the wish list of many women. You don’t have to go straight to the beauty doc for this. We introduce you to ten gentle alternatives that conjure up fuller lips in no time at all

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Full lips like Scarlett Johansson? We’ll tell you a few gentle tricks!
Always wanted full lips? Then we have the best tips for you to make it work – without any cosmetic surgery. All you need for the treatment at home is some make-up and the like. It’s worth trying: the result is definitely impressive!
1. SHAPE YOUR LIPS WITH A MASSAGE
Massage instead of injection: A treatment with the fingertips, a toothbrush or ice cubes can conjure up more fullness in no time. The reason: Gentle massaging promotes blood circulation . As a result, the blood vessels dilate, which is visually noticeable: red lips that appear fuller.
Here’s how it works: Make circular movements with your thumb and forefinger or with a soft toothbrush along the upper and lower lip. Ice cubes have a very similar visible effect, but the effect wears off more quickly than with a massage.
2. PLUMP LIPS WITH HIGHLIGHTER
Is your narrow upper lip standing in the way of a sexy pout? Don’t worry, just a little highlighter or rosé-colored concealer will get you a little closer to a kissable mouth à la Scarlett Johansson. Simply apply it to the cupid’s bow, i.e. the heart-shaped indentation on the mouth. Then pat in lightly. This highlights the upper lip and makes it look fuller immediately.
Makeup tricks for full lips abound. Our favourite: Draw a little wider lips with a lip liner . Be sure to use the same color as your lips or lipstick. Differences in color can have the opposite effect and make the lips look thinner.
4. CONJURE UP FULLNESS ON THE LIPS WITH CONTOURING
Contouring is one of the big make-up trends. It mimics the effect of light and shadow – one of the best tricks for bigger lips. To do this, simply draw a fine line under the middle part of the lower lip with a bronzer or a powder . So it looks more voluminous. Use a darker tone than your skin color.
For a perfect result, it can also be advantageous here to first cover the edges of the lips with concealer .
5. CARE LIPSTICKS PROVIDE MORE FULLNESS
Lipsticks can now do more than just color. Products with ingredients such as hyaluronic acid and vitamin E provide the skin with optimal moisture and make it look plumper quickly. Well-groomed lips immediately appear fuller and more sensual.
Tip: the thinner the lips, the lighter the color of the lipstick should be. Dark nuances such as rich red, violet or brown visually slim the lips. However, the color tone should not be too light. A light red, rosé or a warm beige tone look the most natural.
One of the best products out there is Walberg’s Lipinjection. The upper and lower lip are each treated four to five times with such a roller. Then the “Lip Boosting Serum” is applied and massaged in. Special peptides are designed to stimulate collagen production and increase lip volume . An effect is only visible after two weeks of daily use.
7. PEELINGS ENSURE MORE LIP VOLUME
Your lips will appear plumper when they are well hydrated and nourished . A peeling can quickly improve blood circulation and conjure up the perfect kissable mouth. The lips look lastingly fresher and more voluminous.
8. MASKS FOR A PERFECT LIP SHAPE
Would you like a natural result without much effort? Then a lip mask could be just the thing. It can instantly make the mouth look bigger.
9. HOME REMEDIES FOR FULLER LIPS
There are a number of home remedies that can pimp the shape of the lip area in a completely natural way. The simplest home remedy is olive oil . It makes the mouth shine, moisturizes and cheats the lips optically more lush.
Another great beauty hack for plump lips is cinnamon : the aromatic spice stimulates blood circulation in the lips and also removes dry skin cells. Simply apply a pinch of cinnamon to your daily lip balm – also in the corners of the mouth – massage in for a minute and dab off with a damp cotton pad.
Peppermint oil is also a reliable home remedy for more visual fullness, for example in combination with nourishing honey. Tip: For an extra volume boost, mix some mint essential oil into your favorite lip gloss. The result will surprise you.