NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil dupes
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Last updated: March 2026
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The original
NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil — Cruella
$30
Cult-favorite matte lip pencil in bold and neutral shades.
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NYX Matte Lip Blitz
Save 70%$9
"A solid matte lip pencil at a great price. The shade range covers the classics."
Best for: Everyday matte lip, bold lip lovers on a budget
- + Good matte finish
- + Wide shade range
- + Comfortable wear
- − Slightly less creamy than NARS
Revlon Lip Liner
Save 73%$8
"Works well as a filled-in lip liner. Pair with lip balm if your lips tend to be dry."
Best for: Budget shoppers, liner-as-lipstick fans
- + Very affordable
- + Good color payoff
- − Drier formula
- − Needs lip balm prep
At a glance
| Product | Price | Match | Best for | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil | $30 | Original | — | — |
| NYX Matte Lip Blitz | $9 | 86% | Everyday matte lip, bold lip lovers on a budget | Save 70% |
| Revlon Lip Liner | $8 | 83% | Budget shoppers, liner-as-lipstick fans | Save 73% |
Comparison notes
NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencils are iconic for their creamy matte finish. These dupes deliver similar bold matte color for less.
Full comparison
NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil has been a makeup artist staple for years — the pencil format allows precise application without a brush, and the formula is one of the most comfortable mattes on the market. It goes on creamy, sets matte without feeling dry, and the shade range includes some of the most iconic reds and nudes in beauty. NYX Matte Lip Blitz captures the pencil format and matte finish at a fraction of the price. The formula is slightly less creamy than NARS — you might notice more drag on application — but the color payoff is good and the shade range covers the most popular NARS shades well. Revlon's lip liner option works as a budget alternative when filled in across the whole lip, though the formula is drier and works best with a lip balm base.
Longevity
NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil: 4-6 hours with comfortable wear throughout. NYX Matte Lip Blitz: 3-5 hours, may feel slightly dry after 3 hours. Revlon Lip Liner: 4-6 hours, liner formulas tend to grip well but feel drier.
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