Common Myths About Lip Blushing Debunked
With lip blush growing in popularity, so have the myths. From TikTok to Reddit to overheard salon chats, misinformation spreads fast — and can scare people off from trying a treatment that’s actually gentle, subtle, and life-changing.
At Natural Lip Blush London, I believe in transparency and truth. So let’s set the record straight:
Here are 7 lip blush myths I hear all the time — and what’s actually true.
❌ Myth 1: “Lip blushing gives you thick, overlined lips”
✅ Truth: It enhances your natural shape — not exaggerates it.
I don’t tattoo outside your vermilion border (the natural edge of your lips). Instead, I focus on symmetry, colour, and softness. The result is a fuller-looking, youthful lip — not an overdrawn one.
❌ Myth 2: “It hurts a lot”
✅ Truth: Most clients feel mild discomfort at most.
I use a professional-grade numbing cream that makes the process surprisingly gentle. Most people describe it as a “tickle,” “buzz,” or “light scratch.” Some even fall asleep mid-treatment!
❌ Myth 3: “It always heals too dark or too bright”
✅ Truth: It heals 40–60% softer than day one.
The colour you see immediately after your appointment is not the final result. After a short healing period, the pigment fades into a natural, subtle tint. I also customise the tone based on how it’ll heal on your skin tone, not just how it looks in the bottle.
❌ Myth 4: “Lip blushing isn’t suitable for people with melanin-rich lips”
✅ Truth: It is — it just requires skill, experience, and often a neutralisation session first.
I regularly work with clients who have hyperpigmentation, dark lip borders, or two-toned lips. With the right approach, colour correction and enhancement are absolutely achievable. (And stunning.)
❌ Myth 5: “It looks unnatural or obvious”
✅ Truth: When done correctly, people will think you’re just glowing.
My technique is all about enhancing — not masking. I create a soft, sheer tint that looks like your lips… but better. Most people won’t even guess you’ve had something done — they’ll just compliment how fresh you look.
❌ Myth 6: “The colour fades in a few months”
✅ Truth: Lip blush lasts around 2–3 years with proper care.
Yes, it fades gradually — but that’s supposed to happen. It gives you flexibility to adjust shade over time, and it never goes blue, grey, or weird like old-school tattoos. Touch-ups help keep the tone fresh if you want long-term results.
❌ Myth 7: “You can’t wear lipstick again after getting lip blush”
✅ Truth: You can still wear whatever lipstick or gloss you like!
Lip blush doesn’t replace your options — it just gives you a gorgeous base. Many clients stop using lipstick altogether… but you’re free to layer, gloss, or glam up whenever you want.
👩🔬 Final Thought from Your Artist in Marylebone
Lip blushing is an advanced, modern treatment that requires artistry, training, and care — but when done right, the results are subtle, flattering, and totally worth it.
Still nervous? Still not sure what’s real or what’s just TikTok noise?
📩 DM me your questions anytime: @naturallipblushlondon
📅 Or book a consultation here
Let’s find the truth together — and get you glowing with confidence 💋
