If there’s one thing Rhode knows how to do, it’s keep us in a perpetual beauty chokehold. From Glazing Milk to Pocket Blush, the brand has mastered the art of a viral launch, and its latest drop is no exception.
Enter Lip Shape - not your average lip liner, but a lip contour designed to enhance and sculpt for a plumper, fuller effect. Think of it as the Peptide Lip Treatment’s more defined, shape-enhancing sibling, packed with peptides and amino acids to subtly cheat your way to a pillowy pout. Naturally, I had to get my hands on it.
Now, I’m never without a lip liner, balm, or gloss in my routine, whether I’m dashing to the shops or grabbing an (iced) coffee. First impressions? Chunky**.** The thick pencil instantly gave me REFY's Blur Liner vibes (one of my go-to products for a fuller lip without precise over-lining). But unlike traditional liners, Lip Shape has a satin, creamy texture that glides on effortlessly - no dryness, no chalkiness.
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While it sits somewhere between a liner and a lipstick, its satin formula means you’ll need the occasional top-up. But what it lacks in wear time, it makes up for in comfort. Unlike firmer lip pencils that lock in colour to prevent smudging, Lip Shape feels weightless - almost balm-like - and enhances the lips in a way that looks effortless.
The shade range is also incredibly impressive. Rhode has nailed 11 universally flattering neutrals designed to complement a variety of skin tones, meaning no harsh lines or unnatural undertones. Reviewers are already obsessed, with one calling it the 'perfect lip liner' and another raving about its 'buttery, smooth' application. And honestly? Us too.
I paired it with Rhode’s Peptide Lip Treatment, and the result was exactly what I’d hoped for - hydrated, plump-looking lips that stayed fresh throughout the day (with just a couple of touch-ups). If you’re after a liner that doubles as an all-over lip colour and works well with gloss, this one belongs on your radar.
Georgia Scott is a beauty and fashion product writer writing across brands such as heat, Closer and Grazia specialising in all things lifestyle and trending. Before starting at Bauer, Georgia completed her degree in Journalism at University and worked as a retail beauty advisor and make-up artist.