Most lip liners either grip so hard they drag, or feel so slippy they fade fast. Maybelline Color Sensational Shaping Lip Liner is designed to do both jobs properly: give crisp, professional definition while feeling smooth and comfortable enough to wear all over the lips.

Dimethicone and synthetic wax form a silky, flexible film that improves glide while helping the line stay put. Trimethylsiloxysilicate and related silicones increase adhesion, so colour clings to the lips instead of smudging onto the surrounding skin. Antioxidants such as tocopherol and ascorbyl palmitate help protect the formula from breakdown, supporting consistent performance from first use to last.

The texture sits between creamy and firm, so you get control without crumbling or skipping. It sets to a soft-matte finish that resists feathering through eating, drinking and talking, while remaining comfortable on the lips. The retractable pencil design keeps the tip precise without the mess of sharpening.

Use it to sketch a clean outline, shade the corners for subtle contour, or fill the entire lip as a base under lipstick or gloss. The buildable formula lets you go from softly blurred definition to a full, statement lip with just a few extra strokes. For everyday wear, apply a light layer and blend inward with a fingertip or brush.

Silicone-wax network improves adherence to the lip surface for extended wear with less transfer.Precision retractable tip allows controlled application without the need for a separate sharpener.Soft-matte finish supports lipstick longevity while remaining comfortable for full-lip application.Antioxidant-stabilised formula helps maintain colour integrity and texture over time.

Layer this liner under Maybelline lipsticks or liquid lip colours to boost definition and wear time. It also pairs smoothly with clear balm or gloss to create a customised lip look with added comfort and sheen.

For defined, longer-wearing lips with minimal feathering and a smooth, comfortable finish, this shaping liner does the detail work for you.

Dimethicone Synthetic Wax Trimethylsiloxysilicate Phenylpropyldimethylsiloxysilicate Polyethylene Dicalcium Phosphate Disiloxane Alumina Polyhydroxystearic Acid Ascorbyl Palmitate Bht Caprylyl Trimethicone Citric Acid Disteardimonium Hectorite Lecithin Propylene Carbonate Tocopherol. May Contain [+/-]: Ci 15850/Red 6, Ci 15850/Red 7 Lake, Ci 17200/Red 33 Lake, Ci 19140/Yellow 5 Lake, Ci 42090/Blue 1 Lake, Ci 45410/Red 28 Lake, Ci 77120/Barium Sulfate, Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499/Iron Oxides, Ci 77742/Manganese Violet, Ci 77891/Titanium Dioxide, Mica

• Step 1. Ensure lips are clean and lightly moisturised, then blot away any excess balm.
• Step 2. Twist up a small amount of product so the tip remains precise and controlled.
• Step 3. Start at the Cupid’s bow and outline the natural lip line using light, short strokes.
• Step 4. Define the outer corners and lower lip line, softening any harsh edges with a fingertip or brush.
• Step 5. For longer wear, lightly fill in the entire lip with the liner as a base.
• Step 6. Apply lipstick or gloss on top, pressing lips together to blend with the liner.

Pro Tips

• Create a subtle contour effect by concentrating liner on the outer edges and blending slightly inward before adding lip colour.
• For a softer, diffused look, draw the outline, then gently smudge it towards the centre of the lips before applying balm or gloss.
• Use a touch of concealer around the outer lip edge after lining to sharpen the shape and further guard against feathering.
• Keep pressure light when applying; let the formula glide so the line stays smooth and precise.