We’ve never been the type of ladies who can wear lipstick comfortably day in and day out (at least, not without wiping away the periodic smudges on our teeth). That’s why we’re borderline-obsessed with this versatile lip pencil, which combines the high-intensity pigment of a lipstick with the shine of a gloss while curing dryness. The brainchild of celebrity makeup artist Mally Roncal, it gives the subtle illusion of fuller lips. Once it’s on, we can forget that we’re wearing it at all—unless we pass a mirror, of course.
I love a good lip liner, so I was excited to try this lip pencil that acts like a liner and lip stick in one. I had to knock a star, because I was expecting more of a shine. The product description says "shine of a gloss." I'd say that's a bit of a stretch. To me, this pencil goes on smooth, and feels like a lip stick. Not super glossy. It DOES, however, stay put, and the color is highly pigmented. A huge plus.
4I received the Nectarine pencil in my Birchbox a few months ago, and since then it's become one of my favorite lip colors. I always keep it in my bag, along with a classic red lipstick, an orange, and a hot pink . I love the color and feel to it, and it looks great with a no-makeup look or to even out a bold eye. The product does just what it says. It makes your lips look like your lips, but better. The only issue I have is that I can't find a sharpener with a large enough hole to fit this pencil. I've managed by just shoving it into the biggest one I have, but I fear I'm going to damage it. Nevertheless, I will definitely be buying another when I run out!
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