How to Draw Lipstick: Easy 10-Step Guide for Beginners

Ready to add a pop of color to your sketchbook? This tutorial is perfect for young artists and beginners looking to master simple geometric shapes. Grab your pencil and eraser, and let’s create a stylish lipstick tube together—it's a great way to practice symmetry and shading!

10 Steps

🎯 Final Result

A colorful, finished drawing of a lipstick tube, perfect for beginners.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Sketching the Base

Sketching the base of a lipstick tube using two parallel diagonal lines and a curved bottom edge.

Draw two long, parallel lines on a slight diagonal slant. Connect them at the bottom with a curve. Teacher's Tip: Keep your pencil pressure light so you can easily adjust the shape if it looks a bit wobbly.

Step 2: Defining the Tube Opening

Adding a C-shaped curve to the top of the lipstick base to define the tube opening.

Draw a 'C' shaped line to connect the top of your parallel lines. This creates the opening where the lipstick sits. Tip: Imagine you are drawing the top of a soda can—keep the curve smooth.

Step 3: Adding the Inner Rim

Drawing a smaller C-shaped line inside the tube opening to create a realistic rim effect.

Draw a slightly smaller 'C' shape inside the first one. This adds depth, making the tube look like it has a solid rim. Tip: Focus on keeping the gap between the two lines consistent for a professional look.

Step 4: Drawing the Inner Mechanism

Adding two short vertical lines extending from the tube to represent the inner lipstick mechanism.

Draw two short, straight parallel lines extending upward from the tube. This represents the inner part of the lipstick holder. Tip: Use a ruler if you struggle with straight lines, but freehand is great for practice!

Step 5: Closing the Inner Tube

Closing the inner mechanism with a curved line to form the base for the lipstick color.

Draw a 'C' shaped line to close off the top of these new lines. This creates the platform for the lipstick color. Tip: Ensure this curve matches the angle of the tube base.

Step 6: Detailing the Inner Rim

Adding a second inner curve to the mechanism for added detail and dimension.

Add another 'C' shaped line inside the one you just drew. This gives the inner mechanism a finished, realistic edge. Tip: Keep your lines thin and precise.

Step 7: Shaping the Lipstick

Drawing the angled stick of lipstick extending from the tube.

Extend a long, curved line from the inner tube, doubling it back to create the angled tip of the lipstick. Tip: The slant is what makes it look like real lipstick—don't make it too flat!

Step 8: Defining the Flat Tip

Adding a curved line to the tip of the lipstick to show the flat application surface.

Draw a 'C' shaped line near the very top of the lipstick. This defines the flat surface that touches the lips. Tip: This small detail adds a lot of realism to your drawing.

Step 9: Adding Final Dimensions

Adding contour lines to the lipstick and tube to create a 3D dimensional effect.

Add a curved line down the side of the lipstick and straight lines down the tube to create a 3D effect. Tip: Use these lines to show where the light might hit the tube.

Step 10: Bring It to Life with Color

A fully colored, vibrant lipstick drawing with highlights and shadows.

Time to color! Use vibrant reds, pinks, or even purples for the lipstick. Use metallic grays or blacks for the tube. Tip: Try leaving a small white space on the side of the lipstick to mimic a 'shine' or highlight.