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I am definitely in my lip liner era, so I was interested to try out the Rhode Peptide Lip Shape now that it has launched in the UK. Here’s what you need to know.
What is Rhode Peptide Lip Shape?
This is a lip liner designed to be easier to use than a regular lip liner:
- Combines soft-focus colour and skincare
- Designed to give your lips dimension
- Promises to be creamier and more seamless than a lip liner
- Works to create a contoured effect
- Delivers skincare ingredients that work instantly and over time to enhance lip volume
Key Ingredients
Peptide – to boost hydration and help soften lips for a smoother appearance
Fenugreek Extract– derived from organic fenugreek sprouts, promise to visibly enhance the look of lip volume and give lips a firmer appearance
How to use it
Use this like a regular liner and glide Peptide Lip Shape along the outline of your lips. You can use the silicone smudger to diffuse the colour or tidy up any smudges. It’s also easy to fill the whole lip area if you want to use it more like a lipstick.
Rhode Peptide Lip Shape Shades and Swatches
There are 11 shades in the collection:
- Lift – soft neutral pink
- Press – warm pinky mauve
- Bend – soft peachy beige
- Lunge – rosy beige
- Twist – warm taupe
- Balance – caramel brown
- Lean – warm medium brown
- Stretch – neutral mocha brown
- Flex – rich neutral brown
- Spin – rich plum brown
- Move – deep cool brown
I have the shade Lunge to show you:
My Review of Rhode Peptide Lip Shape
When I heard Rhode was launching a peptide-infused lip liner, I was instantly intrigued. Here’s everything you need to know.
Rhode Peptide Lip Shape is designed to be a new generation lip liner to sculpt and nourish the lips.
Shade Tested: Lunge
I tested the Lunge shade which is described as a rosy beige and I think it’s a super flattering nude. What’s really nice about this product is that it the shade strikes a good balance as it defines without overpowering the lips, and works both as a base under balm or all over as a modern matte lip.
Application & Texture
The formula glides on really nicely with no dragging and it has creamy precision but with a slight grip that helps it last. While it doesn’t feel dry, I don’t think it feels overly hydrating, but I think this helps it last more as it’s not slippery. It’s definitely a product that I feel I need to pair with a balm or gloss.
Final Thoughts
I have to say, I do like this lip pencil. The shade Lunge is really nice and I think it will go well with a range of my lip colours and glosses. It lasts well, feels comfortable and is easy to reapply. It’s in my makeup bag and staying there.
One Thing I’m Not Sure About
The silicone smudger. Rhode’s Lip Shape pencil comes with a built-in silicone tip for blending, which I wanted to love but I’m still a bit on the fence.
It’s meant to help blur out the edges for that soft, diffused lip look (very Hailey), but in practice I’m not really sure it adds much. It feels a little gimmicky, especially when my finger does the same job. It’s a cute idea, but maybe not essential.
That said, if you’re someone who hates getting product on your hands, you might appreciate the tool. Just not a game-changer for me.
Pros and Cons
Pros:
- Creamy, glide-on texture
- Flattering, versatile shades
- Skincare bonus – peptides
Cons
- Silicone smudger feels a bit gimmicky – nice in theory, but not very effective in practice
- Not transfer-proof – wears off softly, but will need reapplying after meals
- Not overly hydrating worn alone
If you’re looking for other options for easy to use lip pencils, check out MERIT Beauty Signature Lip Liner Review & Swatches.
Where to buy it
Rhode Peptide Lip Shape is £24 and available now via the link below:
