How to repair a broken lipstick in four simple steps

As far as beauty blunders go, few things are more frustrating than breaking your favourite lipstick.

But don’t toss it out just yet – there’s a way to turn your luck back around. So whether it’s completely flat, overly arched or just worn to the bone, this simple four-step trick from Today will transform your lippie back into its original shape. All you need is a naked flame, and a couple of minutes.

STEP 1: Light a candle.

STEP 2: Hover the lipstick over the flame of the candle to soften the bullet. Just be sure to keep it at a safe distance so it doesn’t melt!

STEP 3: Use a spoon to gently press the top of the bullet at a 45 degree angle.

STEP 4: Let it sit for around five minutes or until the bullet has hardened.

And there you have it – your lipstick should be as good as new again!