Signature Lip Liner Sheer Liner

MERIT Signature Lip Liner is a soft-gel pencil built to do two jobs: trace a quiet outline, or colour the whole lip in a sheer, satin wash. MERIT describes it as non-drying and buildable, with a jojoba complex in the formula so lips stay comfortable rather than tight.

Type	Lip liner — retractable soft-gel pencil
Finish	Sheer, satin
Key ingredient	Jojoba complex — MERIT says it supports barrier function on the lips
Good to know	Vegan · cruelty-free · sharpener built into the pencil

What it actually does

• Outlines without a hard edge. The colour payoff is deliberately sheer, so you get shape and definition that reads natural instead of drawn-on.
• Doubles as lip colour. Fill the whole lip and it becomes an easy satin tint — no second product needed.
• Glides rather than drags. MERIT formulated the gel texture to apply without tugging at the lip or crumbling as you draw.
• Keeps lips feeling moisturised. The jojoba complex is there for comfort, which is why the brand positions it as a non-drying liner.
• Buildable. One pass is subtle; layer it where you want more shape or depth.
• No separate sharpener. The retractable tip sharpens using the tool built into the pencil.

Brand-reported results

MERIT ran a consumer study on 31 volunteers aged 19 to 54. Immediately after use, all participants agreed it was easy to use, that it did not tug or skip while applying, and that the definition it gave looked sheer and natural. After seven days of once-daily use, 96% agreed it went on easily as all-over colour, 96% found it hydrating, and 96% said their lips felt softer.

Self-reported consumer perception data published by MERIT. Individual results vary.

How to use

1. Trace the edge. Run the tip along your natural lip line to shape and define.
2. Or fill it in. Colour the full lip for a soft wash instead of a defined border.
3. Layer if you like. Wear it alone, or under a MERIT Signature Lip or Shade Slick shade (sold separately).
4. Sharpen as needed. Use the sharpener built into the pencil to bring the tip back.

Is it right for you?

Questions

Can I wear it on its own?

Yes. Filling in the whole lip gives you a sheer satin colour, so it works as a standalone lip product as well as a liner under lipstick or gloss.

Does it need a separate sharpener?

No — a sharpener is built into the pencil itself. The tip is retractable, so you twist it up, use it, and sharpen only when the point softens.

Is it vegan?

MERIT lists this liner as both vegan and cruelty-free.

How long does delivery take?

Delivery takes 3 to 21 working days, depending on availability. Pieces already in stock arrive at the shorter end; anything we bring in for you sits further along the range. Working days exclude weekends and official holidays.

How can I pay?

Credit card, debit card, Instapay and mobile wallets — no cash on delivery.

What if it arrives damaged?

We accept returns for defective, damaged or expired items only, reported within 1 day of delivery. Once verified, your refund goes back to the original payment method within 15–30 days.