Chanel’s Sublimage L’Extrait Huile Lèvres is not just a lip oil. It is a luxurious treatment that combines skincare with beauty. Designed to nourish, smooth, and enhance the lips, this product deserves to be applied with intention and technique for optimal results. Here’s how to apply it like a professional:
1. Begin with Clean, Dry Lips
Professional application starts with a clean canvas. Gently remove any traces of lipstick, balm, or debris from your lips. You can use a damp cotton pad or a micellar water-soaked cotton round to cleanse the lips. Pat them dry with a soft tissue or towel. This ensures that the lip oil penetrates effectively without being blocked by other products or impurities.
2. Exfoliate Gently (Optional but Recommended)
For the smoothest application and best absorption, exfoliating the lips is an excellent step. Use a gentle lip scrub or a clean, soft toothbrush to lightly buff away dead skin. This not only smooths the surface of the lips but also enhances the oil’s performance and allows for a more luminous finish.
3. Dispense the Right Amount
Using the built-in applicator, take a small amount of the Sublimage L’Extrait Huile Lèvres. One swipe is usually sufficient, as the formula is rich and concentrated. The applicator is designed to glide effortlessly across the lips, delivering just the right amount of product without waste.
4. Apply with Precision
Starting at the centre of your lips, gently glide the applicator outward toward the corners of the mouth. Professionals use a steady hand and apply in smooth, even strokes to ensure full, even coverage. Be sure to apply to both the top and bottom lips, including the inner curve of the lips where dryness often hides.
5. Massage Gently
To mimic a spa-like treatment, take a few seconds to massage the product into your lips using your fingertip. Tap lightly to encourage absorption and stimulate circulation. This technique not only helps the oil sink in more effectively, but also leaves your lips feeling plumper and looking more youthful.
6. Layer if Desired
While one layer of L’Extrait Huile Lèvres is usually enough, professionals may layer it for enhanced shine or treatment, especially if used overnight. For daytime wear, a single layer under lipstick works as a hydrating primer, while multiple layers at night function as an intensive lip mask.
7. Use It Strategically
You can reapply the lip oil throughout the day, particularly in dry, cold, or windy conditions. Professionals often use it as a finishing touch in makeup application to create a healthy, luminous lip look, or as a prep step before applying bold lip colours for a smoother glide and more even pigment.
8. Keep the Applicator Clean
Always wipe the applicator tip after use if it has come into contact with other products. Keeping it clean ensures purity and extends the shelf life of the product.
Final Tip
Think of Chanel Sublimage L’Extrait Huile Lèvres not just as a beauty product, but as a ritual of self-care. Applying it slowly, intentionally, and with attention to detail is what elevates your routine to a professional level.
