10 Best Lip Liners For the Perfect Pout

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Nope, lining your lips isn’t a bygone trade. The power of lip liner persists and cannot be overstated. Among the many benefits, it can plump up your pout without the need for needles, stop lipstick feathering, and amp the overall staying power so your color goes strong all day. And they come in colors galore, so you don’t have to overthink when it comes to finding the right pair for your favorite lipstick shade. Trust us: Once you find that perfect complement to your lips, you’ll wonder how you ever functioned without it.

Hana Hong

Hana Hong is the beauty assistant at Marie Claire, where she covers skincare, makeup, and haircare, and is identifiable by her signature cateye.