Used by Kate Moss, who affectionately calls it her "pencil of youth"—perfect for softly creating freckles or defining the lips with a natural, youthful finish.
Hailey Bieber swears by this liner (often in the shade Anywhere Caffeine), using it to subtly contour and enhance her lips. Jennifer Lopez also uses it as a neutral base even under bold lipstick for fuller-looking lips.
ARTIST COLOR PENCIL Brow, Eye & Lip Liner
Chosen by Doja Cat at the Grammys as part of her lip combo—paired with her gloss to deliver rich, long-lasting color.
PermaGel Ultra Lip Pencil
Worn by Lily James for a '90s-inspired, beachy look. Paired with Chanel Rouge Coco Flash in “Boy” for that effortlessly chic finish.
A recently trending launch known for its smooth crayon texture, though slightly less long-wearing
peptide lip shape balance
Widely celebrated as the “best overall,” praised for its creamy, long-lasting performance
Lip Liner Pencils: Waterproof & Long-lasting
Lauded for its creamy feel and excellent longevity
Lip Liner
A budget-friendly gem with great staying power and wide color selection
Suede Matte Lip Liner Pencil | NYX Professional Makeup
Earned the Best Lip Liner award at the 2025 InStyle Red Carpet Beauty Awards for its use in crafting Grammy red carpet looks—celebrated for sharp lines and bold shapes
Crafted by her makeup artist, Lana Del Rey wore this shade to create her signature “Cinnamon Girl” lip at the Met Gala—known for its flattering, soft brown tone.
Soft Contour Lip Liner
Best Overall in Forbes' ranking; noted by People for being particularly transfer-proof and long-lasting
PermaGel Ultra Lip Pencil
Byrdie crowned it Best Overall in editor testing—praised for precision and buildable matte pigmentation.
Ultra Suede® Sculpting Lip Pencil
People’s Best Overall Lip Liner for its smooth, waterproof formula that glides on effortlessly and stays put all day
24/7 Glide-On Waterproof Lip Liner - Lip Primer
Forbes honored it as Best Smudge-Proof liner, ideal for sticking to sharp definition without budging
Rouge Dior Contour: No-Transfer 8h Lip Pencil
Forbes' pick for Best Hydrating Lip Liner, infused with skincare actives like hyaluronic acid for moisture along with color.
