The NYX Professional Makeup Slim Lip Pencil in Cabaret is designed for makeup enthusiasts and professionals seeking precise, long-lasting lip definition. It excels at creating a sharp lip line, preventing lipstick bleed, and enhancing wear, though achieving optimal precision often requires regular sharpening.
Rich, Full-Coverage Color: Delivers intense, vibrant color in a single application for a striking lip look.
Long-Lasting Wear: Formulated to stay put for hours, minimizing the need for frequent touch-ups.
Smudge-Proof & Transfer-Resistant: Ensures your lip line remains crisp and doesn't spread or transfer throughout the day.
Prevents Lipstick Bleeding: Acts as a crucial barrier to keep lipstick or gloss perfectly contained within your natural lip line.
Enhances Lipstick Longevity: Helps extend the wear time of your chosen lipstick or liquid lip color.
Defines & Shapes Lips: Creates a precise outline, contributing to a more defined and potentially fuller appearance of your lips.
Perfect Adhesion: Designed to adhere smoothly and flawlessly to the skin for a stable and budge-proof base.
Provides rich, full-coverage color in a single stroke
Offers exceptional long-lasting wear without fading
Effectively prevents lipstick from feathering or bleeding
Significantly enhances the overall wear time of lipstick or lip gloss
Achieves a perfectly defined and sculpted lip shape
Resists smudging, transfer, and fading for a clean look
Requires a separate cosmetic pencil sharpener for optimal precision
May feel slightly dry if applied heavily over the entire lip without a moisturizing top coat
Can be firm to apply if lips are not adequately prepped or moisturized
Provides rich, full-coverage color in a single stroke
Offers exceptional long-lasting wear without fading
Effectively prevents lipstick from feathering or bleeding
Significantly enhances the overall wear time of lipstick or lip gloss
Achieves a perfectly defined and sculpted lip shape
Resists smudging, transfer, and fading for a clean look
Requires a separate cosmetic pencil sharpener for optimal precision
May feel slightly dry if applied heavily over the entire lip without a moisturizing top coat
Can be firm to apply if lips are not adequately prepped or moisturized
The NYX Professional Makeup Slim Lip Pencil in Cabaret delivers on its promise of rich, full-coverage color and long-lasting wear. Its primary function is to create a well-defined lip boundary, which is crucial for preventing lipstick feathering or bleeding, especially with creamier or darker shades. Users will find its firm texture useful for precision.
Prep Your Lips: For the smoothest application, ensure your lips are exfoliated and moisturized. Blot off any excess lip balm before applying the pencil.
Sharpen for Precision: Always start with a freshly sharpened pencil. A fine point allows for the most accurate and clean lines.
Outline Carefully: Begin by outlining your Cupid's bow with short, light strokes. Then, connect to the outer corners of your upper lip. Repeat for the lower lip, starting from the center and moving outwards.
Prevent Feathering: For a stronger barrier against lipstick bleed, draw a thin line just outside your natural lip line.
Extend Wear: To make your lipstick last even longer and boost its color intensity, lightly fill in your entire lip area with the Cabaret pencil before applying your chosen lipstick or gloss. This acts as a tenacious base.
Fuller Lip Illusion: To create the illusion of fuller lips, you can very subtly overline your natural lip line, focusing on the center of the Cupid's bow and the fullest part of your lower lip, then blend inwards.
Before first use and whenever the tip becomes dull, ensure your NYX Professional Makeup Slim Lip Pencil is sharpened to a fine point. Use a high-quality cosmetic pencil sharpener that accommodates the pencil's size. A sharp tip is essential for precise application and creating clean, defined lines.
This lip pencil is designed to be universally compatible with all types of lip products, including traditional bullet lipsticks, liquid lipsticks, and various lip glosses. It serves as an excellent foundational layer and a protective barrier for any lip color you choose to wear.
To maintain the quality and performance of your lip pencil:
Storage: Store the pencil in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight or extreme temperatures, which can affect its texture.
Sharpening: Always use a gentle hand when sharpening to prevent the tip from breaking. If the pencil feels too hard to sharpen smoothly, try placing it in the refrigerator for 5-10 minutes beforehand.
Hygiene: For sanitary reasons, avoid sharing your lip pencil with others.