Stay ahead of the curve with the top lip blushing trends for 2025, including ombré, sheer and contour techniques, with expert insights and tips for SPMU artists.
The rise of lip blushing in semi-permanent makeup
Lip blushing continues to grow in popularity as clients embrace natural, low-maintenance beauty.
In 2025, three standout techniques are set to define the lip blush landscape: ombré lip blush, sheer lip blush and contour lip blush.
These approaches offer innovative ways for SPMU artists and practitioners to elevate their artistry and provide clients with results tailored to their unique preferences.
Ombré lip blush: a popular lip blushing trend for 2025
Ombré lip blush is poised to remain a client favourite in 2025. This advanced technique creates a gradient effect, fading seamlessly from darker edges to a lighter centre.
- How it works: Practitioners dilute pigments or mix complementary tones to achieve a soft blend, creating the appearance of fuller, naturally defined lips.
- Why clients love it: Ombré lip blush enhances the lips’ shape without the need for fillers, offering a polished yet subtle look.
- Pro tip for artists: Mastering pigment placement and blending is essential for achieving the delicate balance this technique demands.
Sheer lip blush: the minimalist lip blushing technique clients love
Minimalist beauty continues to dominate, and sheer lip blush aligns perfectly with this trend. This technique delivers a subtle, barely-there enhancement that looks like a natural tint.
- How it works: Sheer lip blush uses diluted pigments to create a translucent wash of colour, like a tinted lip balm.
- Why clients love it: This approach enhances the natural lip shape and colour without appearing overly done, making it ideal for clients seeking effortless beauty.
- Pro tip for artists: Balance is key – ensure the pigment saturation complements the client’s skin tone for a fresh, natural finish.
Contour lip blush: defining and enhancing lips
For clients seeking definition and a subtle plumping effect, contour lip blush is the technique to watch.
- How it works: This method emphasises the outer borders of the lips, adding dimension and depth while avoiding harsh lines.
- Why clients love it: Contour lip blush creates a sculpted, polished look with long-lasting results that enhance the lips’ natural beauty.
- Pro tip for artists: Tailor the shading to each client’s unique lip shape for precise and flattering results.
Why these trends matter
As clients increasingly opt for tailored, natural enhancements, these three techniques reflect the broader shift toward individualised beauty. By mastering these methods, practitioners can stay ahead of client demands while refining their skills in semi-permanent makeup artistry.
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About the expert
Kristina Shepherd is a semi-permanent makeup expert, educator and owner of 27 Two 6 Beauty in Welling, South East London. With extensive experience in lip blushing techniques, Kristina is passionate about helping clients and practitioners achieve exceptional results.