PRO Courses Hot Guides Tech Help Pro Expert Videos About wikiHow Pro Upgrade
QUIZZES All Quizzes Hot Love Quizzes Personality Quizzes Trivia Quizzes Taylor Swift Quizzes
EDIT Edit this Article
EXPLORE Tech Help ProAbout UsRandom ArticleQuizzes Request a New ArticleCommunity DashboardTrendingForums Arts and EntertainmentArtworkBooksMoviesComputers and ElectronicsComputersPhone SkillsTechnology HacksHealthMen's HealthMental HealthWomen's HealthRelationshipsDatingLoveRelationship Issues Hobbies and CraftsCraftsDrawingGamesEducation & CommunicationCommunication SkillsPersonal DevelopmentStudyingPersonal Care and StyleFashionHair CarePersonal Hygiene Quizzes Love Quizzes Personality Quizzes Fun Games ForumsArts and EntertainmentFinance and BusinessHome and Garden Relationship QuizzesCars & Other VehiclesFood and EntertainingPersonal Care and Style Sports and FitnessComputers and ElectronicsHealthPets and Animals TravelEducation & CommunicationHobbies and CraftsPhilosophy and Religion Work WorldFamily LifeHolidays and TraditionsRelationships Youth
LOG IN
Log in
Social login does not work in incognito and private browsers. Please log in with your username or email to continue. FacebookGooglewikiHow Account No account yet? Create an account
RANDOM
Home
Random
Browse Articles
TrendingNew
Quizzes & Games
All QuizzesHot
Love Quizzes
Personality Quizzes
Fun Games
Dating Simulator
Learn Something New
Forums
Courses
Happiness Hub
Explore More
Support wikiHow
About wikiHow
Log in / Sign up
Terms of Use wikiHow is where trusted research and expert knowledge come together. Learn why people trust wikiHow
Categories
Relationships
Dating
Getting a Date
Flirting
How to Bite Your Lip Seductively Download Article Co-authored by Joshua Pompey
Last Updated: June 20, 2025
Download Article
Flirting by Biting Your Lip
|
Preparing Your Lips
|
Video
|
Tips
|
Warnings
|Show more|Show less ARTICLE VIDEO X
This article was co-authored by Joshua Pompey. Joshua Pompey is a Relationship Expert and Founder of Next Evolution Matchmaking (NEM) based in New York City, NY. With over 15 years in the industry, Joshua helps his clients navigate online dating and has a success rate of over 99%. His work has been featured in CNBC, Good Morning America, Wired, and Refinery29 and he has been referred to as the best online dater in the world. This article has been viewed 516,850 times.
You might have seen people flirting with each other on movies, and wondered how they did it. Some people are naturally seductive, while others learn to be seductive by studying the craft of flirtation. Biting your own lip tenderly while in the midst of a flirtatious encounter can be a very seductive act. Prepare for it by practicing, and by maintaining healthy attractive lips.
Steps
Part 1 Part 1 of 2:
Flirting by Biting Your Lip
Download Article
1 Make eye contact. To let someone know you're interested in him, start by making eye contact. Move your eyes to his, hold briefly, then look away. Repeat this a few times,so that he knows you're intentionally looking at him.[1]XResearch source
Don't stare at him. Staring is when you maintain fixed eye contact with someone for longer than a few seconds. Staring can seem aggressive or angry.
Pair your eye contact with a slight smile.
Make sure to watch his response. If he doesn't return your gaze, this is a sign he's not interested. If he looks back, smiles at you, or otherwise responds positively, that's a sign he's okay with your flirting.
2 Start a lip pout and bite soon after you make eye contact. Lower your bottom lip slightly so your teeth are barely showing. You don’t need to purse your lips, just open your mouth to entice the viewer. The pout is the first stage of the seductive lip bite.
Studies show that women initiate flirting 90% of the time. Men flirt largely in response to feeling that flirtation has been initiated by women.
A Manchester University study found that men spend the first 7 to 10 seconds of contact looking at women’s lips before moving onto other areas. Once you've confirmed that he's interested, initiate the lip pout.
Remember that not all cultures share the same body flirtation signals.
Maintain eye contact while you pout your lips.
Advertisement
3 Lower your eyelashes seductively. After establishing eye contact, lowering your eyelids, or glancing at the object of your flirtation through your eyelashes, is a nonverbal indication of desire. You may want to lower your chin and look up at the person to strike a seductive pose.
Some people find themselves naturally blinking their eyes more rapidly. This is also called "batting" the eyes. If this comes naturally to you, it can be another way to add your eyes to the flirtation. If it doesn't come naturally, it might seem like you have something stuck in your eye, and is best avoided.
The downward tilt of the chin is said to make women look more "feminine" and flirtatious. Men, on the other hand, are said to look more "masculine" when they tilt their chin up and gaze slightly down their nose.
4 Do a triangle gaze. Look at one eye, and then move to the other eye and down to the lips. This will draw his attention to your lips.
The reason your eye gaze will draw his attention to your lips is through the tendency of one person to mirror, or imitate, another when engaged in flirtation.
Directing your eye gaze to a man's lips is an overtly flirtatious gesture. It's a nonverbal way of indicating sexual interest.
5 Bring your lower lip in very slightly. Bite tenderly on 1 side of the inner lip for 2 to 5 seconds, before slowly releasing. Maintain eye contact throughout. With eye contact, there's less chance that your lip bite could be misunderstood.[2]XResearch source
Make sure your teeth don't bite your outer lip, as this may appear insecure or nervous.
A seductive bite should be gentle, never hurtful. It should not leave a mark.
6 Lick your lower lips. Following your lip bite, you may want to add a slight lick of your lower lip with your tongue. Your tongue is a sexual body part, and using your tongue now will make your flirtatious overture more seductive.
Don't overdo it with lip-licking. This can result in chapped lips, which is the opposite effect you are trying to achieve.
Continue to make seductive eye contact throughout your encounter. The seductive lip bite is one gesture in the choreography of your flirtation, working together with others.[3]X Expert Source Joshua PompeyRelationship ExpertExpert Interview
Advertisement Part 2 Part 2 of 2:
Preparing Your Lips
Download Article
1 Brush your teeth. Do this before you put on lipstick or lip gloss. If you need to floss to make sure that you don't have anything stuck between your teeth, do it. The quickest way to ruin a seductive lip bite is to have a piece of food stuck between your teeth.
If you don’t have time to brush, use some mouthwash or chew a stick of gum for a few minutes.
Your breath should be fresh and clean.
2 Mix a homemade lip scrub to slough off any dead skin cells. Stir together 1 tbsp. of sugar, 1 tbsp. of honey, 1/2 tsp. of petroleum jelly and 1/2 tsp. of olive oil. Spread a dime-sized amount of the scrub around your lips in a circular motion.[4]XResearch source
Scrub until some of the sugar has dissolved. Rinse with warm water.
Apply twice a week for best results. The scrub will store in an airtight container for a week.
3 Apply a layer of lip balm. Every time you wash your face, replenish your lips' moisture with some lip balm. Use a moisturizing product beneath your lipstick, but be careful to avoid lip balms that have drying chemicals in them.
The best lip balms are made without a lot of chemicals. Look for lip balms that include ingredients like beeswax, shea butter, olive oil and cocoa butter.
Find a lip balm that works best for your lips.
Avoid using flavored lip balm when flirting, in case the scent of bubble gum or cherry isn't appealing to him.
4 Use a plumping or long lasting lipstick, if you want color. Red lipstick makes your teeth look whiter and your lips more noticeable. Wearing red lipstick may result in more male attention to your lips than pink lipstick. It doesn't have to be bright or thick lipstick, but research suggests that men are more likely to hold their gaze for longer on red lips than on pink ones.
Make sure the lipstick or lip balm you choose does not come off of the lips easily. If it is too wet or sticky, it may come off onto your teeth when you bite your lip.
If you are male or don’t wear lipstick, use a moisturizing lip balm before you go out for the day.
Advertisement
Expert Q&A
Search Add New Question Ask a Question 200 characters left Include your email address to get a message when this question is answered. Submit Advertisement
Video
Tips
Don't try too hard to pretend to be someone you're not when you're flirting. Thanks Helpful 3 Not Helpful 0
Remember to have fun while you flirt, and not take yourself too seriously. Thanks Helpful 2 Not Helpful 1
Tips from our Readers
The advice in this section is based on the lived experiences of wikiHow readers like you. If you have a helpful tip you’d like to share on wikiHow, please submit it in the field below.
Don't over do it. Some guys like it when a girl shows a lot of attention to him, but if you are going to try this out, make sure the attention won't make him uncomfortable (like if he has a girlfriend, for example).
Remember to practice in front of a mirror before you actually do it. Practice makes perfect (and you probably don't want to look wacky in front of whoever you're trying this for!).
Submit a Tip All tip submissions are carefully reviewed before being published Name Please provide your name and last initial Submit Thanks for submitting a tip for review! Advertisement
Warnings
Avoid biting your lips anxiously. A chronic lip biting habit can cause mouth sores and lead to infection. Thanks Helpful 133 Not Helpful 21
You need to put that effort in if you want to seduce someone. Your physical appearance needs to resonate with your actions and interactions to really show the other person you're interested.[5]X Expert Source Joshua PompeyRelationship ExpertExpert InterviewThanks Helpful 2 Not Helpful 0
Advertisement
You Might Also Like
How toBite Someone's LipHow toGet a Boy to Kiss You when You're Not Dating HimHow toGet Kissable LipsHow toKissHow toKiss a Boy PassionatelyHow toBuild Sexual Anticipation With a KissHow to Seduce Someone Using Only Your EyesHow to Be More SeductiveHow toFlirt With Body LanguageHow toMake Your Boyfriend Kiss YouHow toGive an Unforgettable KissHow toHint for a Kiss from a GuyHow toGet Your Boyfriend or Girlfriend to Kiss You FirstHow to Be a Perfect Kisser Every Time Advertisement
Co-authored by: Joshua Pompey Relationship Expert This article was co-authored by Joshua Pompey. Joshua Pompey is a Relationship Expert and Founder of Next Evolution Matchmaking (NEM) based in New York City, NY. With over 15 years in the industry, Joshua helps his clients navigate online dating and has a success rate of over 99%. His work has been featured in CNBC, Good Morning America, Wired, and Refinery29 and he has been referred to as the best online dater in the world. This article has been viewed 516,850 times. 5 votes - 96% Co-authors: 22Updated: June 20, 2025 Views: 516,850 Categories: Flirting In other languages German Italian Russian Spanish Portuguese French Chinese Indonesian Dutch Arabic
Print
Send fan mail to authors
Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 516,850 times.
Did this article help you?
Yes No Advertisement Cookies make wikiHow better. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our cookie policy. Co-authored by: Joshua Pompey Relationship Expert Co-authors: 22Updated: June 20, 2025 Views: 516,85096% of readers found this article helpful. 5 votes - 96% Click a star to add your vote 96% of people told us that this article helped them.
Quizzes & Games
Am I Good at Flirting QuizTake QuizAm I a Good Kisser QuizTake QuizAttraction TestTake QuizDo I Like Him QuizTake QuizAm I Sexy QuizTake QuizWhat Makeup Should I Wear QuizTake Quiz
You Might Also Like
How toBite Someone's LipHow toGet a Boy to Kiss You when You're Not Dating HimHow toGet Kissable LipsHow toKiss
Featured Articles
How to Be More Spontaneous and Enjoy Life to the FullestHow toImprove Your PersonalitySigns You Were Meant For Greatness (Quiz)210+ Shower Thoughts: Funny, Deep, Weird & Mind-BlowingHow to Meet Gay People Without a Dating AppCute, Thoughtful & Romantic Messages to Wish Her a Good Day at Work
Trending Articles
How Sexual Am I QuizHow Much Do I Mog QuizWho Is Secretly Crushing On Me Right Now QuizAccurate IQ Checker Quiz: How Smart Am I?Will I Ever Find Love QuizCan We Guess How Tall You Are Quiz
Featured Articles
What Movie Should I Stream QuizWhat Does the Term "Femboy" Mean?40+ Fun & Exciting Group Game Ideas to Play with 20+ People11 Things to Do If You’re Connected to Wi-Fi But Have No InternetThe Ultimate List of Funny Nicknames for Your CoworkersWhich Five Nights at Freddy's Character Am I Quiz
Featured Articles
Best Haircuts for Men with Round Faces (& How to Style Them)What Is the Chubby Body Type? Plus, How It Compares to Other Body TypesDo I Have an Innocent Face QuizHow toReinvent YourselfYe Olde List of Medieval Insults: 40+ Churlish SayingsWhat Are the Rarest Eye Colors?
Watch Articles
How to Marinate Chicken: 4 Recipes and a Step-By-Step GuideHow toClean Shower TileHow toDo Oblique CrunchesSimple Ways to Riffle Shuffle and Bridge Playing CardsHow toMake Black CoffeeHow toPlant a Seed in a Pot
Trending Articles
Do I Attract the Male Gaze or the Female Gaze QuizHow Weird Am I QuizFunny Numbers to Call When You’re Bored or Want to Prank SomeoneThe 26 Different Types of Women in Psychology, Dating, & LiteratureMental Illness TestWhat Type of Person Do I Attract Quiz
Quizzes & Games
What's My Hottest Feature QuizTake QuizCrush Calculator: Does Your Crush Like You Back?Take QuizRizz Game: Test Your RizzTake QuizWhat Does My Crush Think of Me QuizTake QuizMakeup Quiz: Discover The Perfect Stye For YouTake QuizGet the Best Rizz LineGenerate
Categories
Relationships
Dating
Getting a Date
Flirting
wikiHow Newsletter You're all set! Helpful how-tos delivered toyour inbox every week! Sign me up! By signing up you are agreeing to receive emails according to our privacy policy.
Download Article Co-authored by Joshua Pompey 
Advertisement 
Co-authored by: Joshua Pompey Relationship Expert This article was co-authored by Joshua Pompey. Joshua Pompey is a Relationship Expert and Founder of Next Evolution Matchmaking (NEM) based in New York City, NY. With over 15 years in the industry, Joshua helps his clients navigate online dating and has a success rate of over 99%. His work has been featured in CNBC, Good Morning America, Wired, and Refinery29 and he has been referred to as the best online dater in the world. This article has been viewed 516,850 times. 5 votes - 96% Co-authors: 22 Updated: June 20, 2025 Views: 516,850 Categories: Flirting In other languages German Italian Russian Spanish Portuguese French Chinese Indonesian Dutch Arabic 
Take Quiz
Take Quiz
Take Quiz
Take Quiz
Take Quiz
Take Quiz 
Take Quiz
Take Quiz
Take Quiz
Take Quiz
Take Quiz
Generate 
537 
1 Make eye contact. To let someone know you're interested in him, start by making eye contact. Move your eyes to his, hold briefly, then look away. Repeat this a few times,so that he knows you're intentionally looking at him.[1] 
2 Start a lip pout and bite soon after you make eye contact. Lower your bottom lip slightly so your teeth are barely showing. You don’t need to purse your lips, just open your mouth to entice the viewer. The pout is the first stage of the seductive lip bite. 
3 Lower your eyelashes seductively. After establishing eye contact, lowering your eyelids, or glancing at the object of your flirtation through your eyelashes, is a nonverbal indication of desire. You may want to lower your chin and look up at the person to strike a seductive pose. 
4 Do a triangle gaze. Look at one eye, and then move to the other eye and down to the lips. This will draw his attention to your lips. 
5 Bring your lower lip in very slightly. Bite tenderly on 1 side of the inner lip for 2 to 5 seconds, before slowly releasing. Maintain eye contact throughout. With eye contact, there's less chance that your lip bite could be misunderstood.[2] 
6 Lick your lower lips. Following your lip bite, you may want to add a slight lick of your lower lip with your tongue. Your tongue is a sexual body part, and using your tongue now will make your flirtatious overture more seductive. 
1 Brush your teeth. Do this before you put on lipstick or lip gloss. If you need to floss to make sure that you don't have anything stuck between your teeth, do it. The quickest way to ruin a seductive lip bite is to have a piece of food stuck between your teeth. 
2 Mix a homemade lip scrub to slough off any dead skin cells. Stir together 1 tbsp. of sugar, 1 tbsp. of honey, 1/2 tsp. of petroleum jelly and 1/2 tsp. of olive oil. Spread a dime-sized amount of the scrub around your lips in a circular motion.[4] 
3 Apply a layer of lip balm. Every time you wash your face, replenish your lips' moisture with some lip balm. Use a moisturizing product beneath your lipstick, but be careful to avoid lip balms that have drying chemicals in them. 
4 Use a plumping or long lasting lipstick, if you want color. Red lipstick makes your teeth look whiter and your lips more noticeable. Wearing red lipstick may result in more male attention to your lips than pink lipstick. It doesn't have to be bright or thick lipstick, but research suggests that men are more likely to hold their gaze for longer on red lips than on pink ones. 
Advertisement Cookies make wikiHow better. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our cookie policy.