10 Best Lip Liners 2023 - Highly Rated Long-Lasting Lip Liners | Rank & Style (2025)

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This lip liner is perfect for blending with lipstick or wearing alone as a smooth lip stain.

RAVE REVIEW
“This lip liner stays on all day, prevents feathering, and the stick lasts a while (unlike other brands which break off easy as you sharpen).”

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Precise lines and a lightweight feel are the highlights of this splurge-worthy liner.

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“Bought one thinking it would be overrated—it’s not! Sooo creamy and buttery. No dragging or pulling. So pigmented and nice, and for me, it was totally budge-proof! I will be buying more for sure.”

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If you want something that will last without drying out your lips, look no further than Urban Decay's 24/7 Glide-On pencil. Bonus: it's great for newbies.

RAVE REVIEW
“These are so creamy while still having lasting power. Sometimes I will throw this on alone all over my lips and it still feels great—not drying at all.”

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Whether you want to create thin, crisp lines or blend them out for a softer finish, this versatile liner can do it all.

RAVE REVIEW
“This lip liner is super easy to apply, the color (chestnut) is a perfect nude for overlining, and it lasts longer than typical lip liners.”

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Want intense color payoff? KVD has you covered.

RAVE REVIEW
“This lip liner is the best lip liner of life. I can’t even believe that I feel excited about a lip liner, of all things, but it is fantastic. It is so pigmented and lasts foreverrrr.”

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If you need to keep your lip color inside the lines for hours at a time, look no further.

RAVE REVIEW
“I needed to bring a lip liner to work that was small enough to fit in my makeup bag and not too expensive. My expensive lip liners are long, plus I didn't want to bring them to work. This pencil was great, plus I loved that it contains a sharpener on the end. Great coverage, and I only had to apply it once at work.”

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From filling in color to outlining the lips to wearing as alone, this product has you covered when it comes to all-around lip liner needs.

RAVE REVIEW
“This is a versatile lip liner that is so bold, it can totally be worn alone if you accidentally forgot your lipstick. It's wonderful and can even last through a night of sleep without ending up on the pillowcase. I call that a win! Once you've had this liner, you just might not want to try anything else. Give it a go in your favorite shade. This isn't going to rub off onto your teeth or clothing.”

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For a natural-looking volume boost, Buxom is your best bet. The formula contains unique peptide and hyaluronic acid boosters that help stimulate collagen, build volume, and plump to perfection without irritation.

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“This lip liner is so comfortable to wear on its own! The bigger tip makes application so easy. It does not immediately come off, and it fades beautifully.”

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Makeup minimalists, this one's for you. It's ideal for enhancing your natural lip color and adding a touch of moisture.

RAVE REVIEW
“Holy moly, this is in the top three best lip liners I've ever used. It stays super sharp after multiple uses and glides on so smooth, giving you the best outline before lipstick application!”

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Thanks to the waterproof formula, this rich, velvety liner will sit comfortably on the lips without budging.

RAVE REVIEW
“Okay, you haven’t lived if you have tried this lip liner! Call it lip contour, because that’s exactly what I think this is. I’ve never been more in love with a lip liner formula. It glides in smooth and stays on ALL DAY!”

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