
K-beauty has a knack for creating global moments, from the luminous glass skin era to the playful rise of jelly lips. The latest look to dominate social feeds and backstage makeup chairs is the overlip.
Popularised by K-pop idols like Giselle from aespa, this technique has quickly become a go-to for lips that appear fuller yet effortless.
Despite the name, the overlip doesn’t mean drawing exaggerated shapes or harsh outlines. Instead, it relies on softly diffused edges and clever shading to enhance your natural lip line. The result? A subtle, plumped effect that feels modern, chic, and wearable. Perfect whether you’re headed to the stage, the office, or just capturing a candid moment on camera.
Understanding the 'Overlip' Technique
So what sets the overlip apart from the lip looks you’ve seen before?
Unlike sharp, defined lining that carves out bold borders, this makeup technique softens and diffuses. Typically using a rounded lip liner that’s larger than a traditional liner, the edges are blurred rather than drawn, giving the lips a fuller shape without looking forced. The result is a modern take on lip definition—dimensional, plump, and seamlessly natural.
It’s also a technique that pairs beautifully with JUNGSAEMMOOL’s lip line-up. For instance, the New Classic Glaze Lipstick can be used to enhance the softened outline of the overlip with its high-shine glaze, catching light in a way that makes lips appear fuller. For those who prefer a layered, glassy finish, the LIP-PRESSION Glow Lasting Tint builds seamlessly into the blurred edges, amplifying both colour and radiance without breaking the soft-focus effect. Together, these textures work hand-in-hand with the overlip method to create a look that feels polished.
How to Achieve This Fuller Lip Look
Ready to try the overlip for yourself? The magic of this trend truly lies in blending all your lip products strategically so your lips look naturally plump and soft.
Step 1: Blurring and Overlining
Begin with the JUNGSAEMMOOL Artist Drawing Lip Pencil, tracing just beyond the curve of your upper lip and cupid’s bow. Instead of leaving a sharp border, use your fingertip to blur the line so it melts softly into your natural lip tone.
Then, extend the pencil slightly past the outer corners of your lips and blend again to avoid any harsh edges. Finish by overlining the centre of your lower lip to create balance. The pencil’s slim square shape and smooth, long-lasting texture make it easy to draw on, smudge, and diffuse without losing precision. Plus, available in a range of shades, it gives you the control to build a seamless overlip look that feels natural.
Step 2: Creating a Gradient Effect
Once the lip line is softly blurred, it’s time to bring depth. Take a deeper shade of the Artist Drawing Lip Pencil, like #Over Brown, and sketch a fine stroke across the centre of both the upper and lower lips. Instead of leaving the pigment stark, use your fingertip or a brush to diffuse it outward until the colour fades seamlessly into the edges. This gradient technique creates the illusion of dimension, leaving lips with a plumped effect rather than a flat, one-tone finish.
Step 3: Contouring for Fuller Lips and Final Touches
To amplify the look, add subtle contouring. A touch of shadow at the cupid’s bow and just beneath the lower lip enhances definition, giving the impression of fuller volume. For extra shine and moisture, finish with Begins by JUNGSAEMMOOL Lip Care Color Oil. Its hydrating oil texture smooths fine lines while coating the lips in a juicy sheen. Focus the gloss at the centre to reflect light and avoid over-application. The result is lips that feel sculpted, nourished, and camera-ready with every angle.
When it comes to reimagining lip shapes, the overlip proves just how artful Korean beauty trends can be. From subtle over-lining to softly blurred finishes, this approach shows that fuller lips don’t need exaggeration. And JUNGSAEMMOOL’s carefully designed lip pencils, tints, and glosses make it easy to explore what’s new in lip artistry while staying true to your natural beauty.
Whether you’re curious about the latest viral lip trend or refining your skills through a professional makeup course in Singapore, experimenting with these techniques helps you unlock a modern take on classic over-lined lips. If you’ve ever wondered what the new Korean lip trend looks like beyond social media filters, this is your chance to make it your own—guided by products and artistry rooted in expertise.
Elevate your routine with a Korean makeup product that is as refined as it is trend-forward, and watch your lip looks transform.