How to Layer Lip Nectar and Bisou Balm for a Custom Lip

By VIOLETTE_FR | Published: 2026-10-19

Category: How-to Guides

Learn how to combine Lip Nectar and Bisou Balm for a custom lip color that lasts. Step-by-step guide with tips for a just-been-kissed look.

Quick answer

Start with Lip Nectar for a long-wearing, glossy base, then layer Bisou Balm on top for a soft, matte flush that blurs edges and adds a just-been-kissed finish.

Why this layering order works

Lip Nectar is a high-shine, long-wear stain that provides rich hydration and buildable color. Bisou Balm is a sheer matte lipstick-meets-hydrating balm with a subtle blurring effect. Applying the stain first gives you lasting color, while the balm on top softens the look and adds a blurred, natural finish without removing the stain.

When to reverse the order

If you want a more glossy, balm-forward look, apply Bisou Balm first for a sheer wash of color, then top with a thin layer of Lip Nectar for shine. The stain may not last as long over the balm, but the result is a lighter, more luminous finish.

Step-by-step layering guide

Prep your lips: Exfoliate gently and apply a thin layer of lip balm. Wait 60 seconds for it to absorb. Skipping prep can cause uneven color or patchiness.
Apply Lip Nectar as the base: Swirl the wand and apply one even layer of Lip Nectar. Let it set for 30 seconds to stain the lips. Don't blot; the stain needs contact time to develop.
Layer Bisou Balm on top: Glide Bisou Balm directly over the stained lips. Start from the center and blend outward for a diffused look. Too much balm can muddy the stain; one swipe is enough.
Blot and check: Press lips together gently, then blot once on a tissue to remove excess and set the layers. Over-blotting removes the stain; one gentle press is ideal.

Products used

Lip Nectar - Souci d’Automne: High-shine, long-wear lip stain that delivers rich hydration and buildable, lasting color. Provides a vibrant, glossy base that stays put, so your custom lip color lasts through meals and conversations.
Lip Nectar - Souci d’Automne
Bisou Balm - Bonbon Myrtille: A sheer matte lipstick-meets-hydrating balm with a flush of color and subtle blurring effect. Softens the glossy stain into a just-been-kissed matte finish without drying lips, perfect for a natural look.
Bisou Balm - Bonbon Myrtille