I’m not the type of girl who questions the importance of lip liner, but I realize not everyone is as gung-ho about it as me. The main concern of lip liner critics is, of course, the risk of a harsh visible line. This is a legitimate concern, but with MAC’s Cremestick Liners, the risk is obsolete.

These creamy, self-sharpening, water-resistant liners always glide on effortlessly–it’s not like other liners that are so dry they won’t budge. With these liners, a simple rub of the lips together will blend the line enough to turn it into a gradual fade.

The creamy consistency of these liners also makes them comfortable to wear as an all-over lip color. Just fill-in your lips and dab a little lipgloss in the center, and you’ll have a full, long-lasting pout. If you end up scooping up one of these liners, be sure to always snap the cap back on so your liner won’t dry out.

My favorite shades are Sublime Culture for a nude, Beurre for a deeper neutral, and Pink Treat for, what else? Pink lips!