LIFTER LINER™ Lip Liner Makeup with Hyaluronic Acid

Lifter Liner is moisturizing because it’s infused with hyaluronic acid and jojoba oil, two ingredients known for their hydrating and conditioning benefits.

• Hyaluronic acid helps attract and retain moisture, giving the lips a smoother, more supple, full appearance.
• Jojoba Oil provides nourishing comfort and helps prevent dryness by locking in moisture.

Together, these ingredients create a creamy, hydrating hyaluronic acid lip liner formula that feels comfortable, glides on the lips without tugging, and helps provide a smooth base for additional lip makeup.

To choose the best Maybelline Lifter Liner shade, consider whether your skin tone is light, medium, or deep and the desired level of contrast and definition. All Lifter Liner shades look great on diverse skin tones, but these are some suggestions:

Lifter Liner shades for light skin tones:

• Big Lift (mauve nude)
• Fine Line (berry pink)
• Let’s Bounce (milk chocolate brown nude)
• Line Leader (pink nude)
• Main Character (bold warm red)
• Out of Line (rosy nude)
• Peaking (brick red)
• Player (cinnamon brown nude)
• Maybe It’s… (mid-tone terracotta rose nude)
• Crop Top (light pink nude)
• Fit Check (cool raspberry pink)
• Open Late (mid-tone reddish pink)
• Upstate (light cool pink brown)

Lifter Liner shades for medium skin tones:

• Cross the Line (dark chocolate brown nude)
• Fine Line (berry pink)
• Let’s Bounce (milk chocolate brown nude)
• Main Character (bold warm red)
• On It (soft brown nude)
• Out of Line (rosy nude)
• Peaking (brick red)
• Player (cinnamon brown nude)
• Maybe It’s… (mid-tone terracotta rose nude)
• Crop Top (light pink nude)
• Fit Check (cool raspberry pink)
• Open Late (mid-tone reddish pink)
• Upstate (light cool pink brown)

Lifter Liner shades for deep skin tones:

• Cross the Line (dark chocolate brown nude)
• Let’s Bounce (milk chocolate brown nude)
• Main Character (bold warm red)
• Peaking (brick red)
• Maybe It’s… (mid-tone terracotta rose nude)
• Crop Top (light pink nude)
• Fit Check (cool raspberry pink)
• Open Late (mid-tone reddish pink)
• Upstate (light cool pink brown)

For a bold lip look, choose a shade that contrasts more with your natural skin tone. For an everyday look, choose a shade that’s similar to your natural lip color.

Choose a Lifter Liner shade that complements your undertone (cool, neutral, or warm) for the most natural, seamless lip definition. Cool undertones tend to show hints of pink or blue; warm undertones lean toward golden or peachy; and neutral undertones sit comfortably between the two. If you need extra guidance before choosing a shade, check out our guide on how to find your skin undertone and our shade recommendations below:

Lifter Liner shades cool undertones:

• Big Lift (mauve nude)
• Cross the Line (dark chocolate brown nude)
• Let’s Bounce (milk chocolate brown nude)
• Line Leader (pink nude)
• Fit Check (cool raspberry pink)
• Upstate (light cool pink brown)

Lifter Liner shades for neutral undertones:

• Big Lift (mauve nude)
• Cross the Line (dark chocolate brown nude)
• Fine Line (berry pink)
• Let’s Bounce (milk chocolate brown nude)
• Line Leader (pink nude)
• Main Character (bold warm red)
• On It (soft brown nude)
• Out of Line (rosy nude)
• Maybe It’s… (mid-tone terracotta rose nude)
• Crop Top (light pink nude)
• Open Late (mid-tone reddish pink)

Lifter Liner shades for warm undertones:

• Cross the Line (dark chocolate brown nude)
• Fine Line (berry pink)
• Let’s Bounce (milk chocolate brown nude)
• Main Character (bold warm red)
• On It (soft brown nude)
• Peaking (brick red)
• Player (cinnamon brown nude)
• Maybe It’s… (mid-tone terracotta rose nude)
• Crop Top (light pink nude)
• Open Late (mid-tone reddish pink)

Lifter Liner pairs well with almost every type of lip makeup, including lip gloss, satin lipstick, and matte lipstick. Because the formula is creamy with a satin finish, it layers easily under different textures without feeling heavy or looking dry. It pairs especially well with Lifter Gloss for a plumped, shiny finish and with Maybelline Serum Lipstick for a full, sculpted lip look.

Below are some suggested pairings across finishes:

Glossy Lip Looks:

• Player + Lifter Gloss in shade Caramel
• Open Late + Lifter Gloss in shade Heat

Satin Lip Looks:

• Let’s Bounce + Serum Lipstick in shade Upstate
• Fit Check + Serum Lipstick in shade Fit Check

Matte Lip Looks:

• Crop Top + Serum Lipstick in shade Crop Top
• Cross The Line + Serum Lipstick in shade Avenue A

Lifter Liner is a long-lasting lip liner that helps keep lips defined, prevents feathering, and improves the longevity of any lip color layered on top. While wear may vary from person to person, the long-lasting formula helps maintain a lifted, sculpted lip look. For best results, a quick touch-up may be needed after eating or drinking, especially when pairing the liner with more hydrating lip products.

Lifter Liner is not a waterproof lip liner. The formula is long-lasting and helps keep your lip shape defined, but because it is not waterproof or water-resistant, some fading may occur after eating or drinking. A quick reapplication can help keep your lip look fresh, especially when paired with creamy or glossy lip products.

No, Lifter Liner is not transfer-proof. Its creamy, moisturizing formula may transfer slightly, especially when eating or drinking. While it is not a transfer-proof lip liner, it is long-lasting and creates a base that extends the wear of any lipstick or gloss layered on top. For the most lasting results, pair it with your preferred lip makeup and touch up as needed throughout the day.

Yes, Lifter Liner is a good choice for dry lips. As a lip liner with jojoba oil and hyaluronic acid, it uses these ingredients to help attract and seal in moisture, keeping lips soft and comfortable. Together, these ingredients help keep lips feeling soft, conditioned, and comfortable while preventing the dryness or tugging that some traditional lip liners can cause. The creamy, smooth-glide texture also helps the liner apply easily, which is especially helpful for dry or delicate lips.

For those with dry lips, Lifter Liner pairs especially well with glossy or satin lip formulas like Lifter Gloss or Maybelline Serum Lipstick satin shades, which add even more hydration and shine. If you prefer a matte finish but still want something comfortable, Maybelline Serum Lipstick matte shades offer a more moisturizing feel than traditional matte lipsticks, making it a great choice for dry lips.

Yes, Lifter Liner is a great option for mature lips, as it’s infused with hyaluronic acid and jojoba oil, which help hydrate, soften, and smooth the lips. These ingredients support moisture retention, which is especially helpful for mature lips that can tend to be drier. The creamy, no-tug texture also makes application gentle and easy, helping the liner glide on without pulling at the skin. 

For the most comfortable and flattering results on mature lips, Lifter Liner pairs beautifully with hydrating lip makeup, such as satin lipsticks and high-shine lip glosses. These formulas add moisture, soften the look of lip lines, and enhance the fuller, lifted effect created by the lip liner.

No, Maybelline Lifter Liner does not twist up. This lip liner is a traditional sharpenable pencil, so to access more product, you will need to use a cosmetic pencil sharpener. For best results, sharpen gently to maintain a precise point without breaking the tip. You can use the Maybelline Expert Tools® Dual Sharpener, which is designed to sharpen both eye and lip pencils. 

To sharpen Maybelline Lifter Liner, use a cosmetic pencil sharpener and gently twist the pencil inside the sharpener. Lifter Liner is a sharpenable lip liner, so using a makeup-specific sharpener helps create a clean, precise point without breaking or crumbling the tip. For best results, rotate the pencil slowly to maintain control and avoid sharpening away too much product at once.

You can buy the Maybelline Lifter Liner Lip Liner online or in-store at major retailers, including Amazon, Ulta, Target, Walmart, CVS, and Walgreens. Click the “Buy Now” button above to shop online or use the “Find a Store” option to locate this moisturizing lip liner near you.

Yes, Lifter Liner expires; it typically lasts for about 24 months after opening. If you notice changes in texture, such as dryness, crumbling, or pigment that becomes harder to blend, or if the scent changes, these can be signs that it is time to replace the lip pencil. When stored unopened, Lifter Liner can last for up to 3 years. To help preserve quality, keep the cap tightly closed and store your lip liner in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.