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If you’ve been anywhere near the beauty side of the internet lately, you’ll know that minimalism is having a moment. It’s all about clean textures, multitasking tools, chic-but-easy everything. The byfrow Pigment Pencils, by influencer Victoria McGrath, lean perfectly into this vibe and I have them here to show you with photos and swatches. Enjoy!
What Are byfrow Pigment Pencils?
Think of these as your do-it-all lip sculpting pencils. They are creamy, and blendable and the shades are housed in wooden pencils with chic aluminium caps.
The formula is enriched with Vitamin E and plant-based waxes, which gives them that smooth glide without tipping into overly slippy territory. They’re also vegan, dermatologically tested, and created for multi-use across lips, cheeks, and even faux freckles.
- Creamy and comfortable
- Blendable and buildable
- Richly pigmented precise colour pay off
- Can be blended onto the cheeks, eyes, or stippled as faux freckles
- Easy to use
Key Ingredients
- Vitamin E
- Plant Based Waxes
- Premium Pigments
byfrow Pigment Pencils Shades & Swatches
There are seven shades in the byfrow Pigment Pencil lineup, all carefully curated and beautifully wearable. Here’s a quick overview before we get into the swatches:
- Chai Latte – peach nude
- Toasted Rose – natural mauve
- Pink Sorbet – light pink
- Baked Cinnamon – rich burnt orange
- Milk Chocolate – chocolate brown
- Dark Roast – cool brown
- Cherry Berry – deep berry
Here are the swatches. Annoyingly, I have misplaced one of my faves, Dark Roast, so I only have 6 of the shades to show you:
My Review of the byfrow Pigment Pencils
I am in my lip pencil era so I was delighted to get to try out these brand new pencils from Victoria.
Formula & Performance
The texture is soft and creamy, but with enough grip to define the lips cleanly. They’re nice and easy to blend, making them great for full-lip looks or blurred edges.
Pigmentation:
Buildable, but strong from the first swipe. The deeper shades (Dark Roast, Cherry Berry) are intensely pigmented.
Longevity:
They last comfortably through drinks and light snacking. For heavier meals, some touch-up is needed, which is pretty normal for creamy pencils.
Comfort:
The texture is not drying, even worn all over the lips, and they feel flexible and lightweight.
Sharpening:
Use a high-quality sharpener. The sustainable wood is sturdy and sharpens cleanly.
Ingredients & Skin Feel
Key points:
- Vitamin E adds smoothness and helps prevent that tight, waxy lip-liner feel.
- Plant-based waxes create the creamy glide.
- Vegan & dermatologically tested – worth noting for sensitive skin types.
- Sustainable wood + aluminium cap for a more eco-conscious makeup bag.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Beautifully curated shade range
- Creamy but precise
- Vegan and sustainably packaged
- Multi-use (lips, cheeks, eyes, freckles)
- Blendable and beginner-friendly
- Great for shaping and sculpting
Cons
- Some shades not suitable for eyes in specific regions
- Requires a sharpener (no twist-up option)
How to Use byfrow Pigment Pencils
- For Definition & Overlining
Start at the cupid’s bow and draw slightly above your natural lip line. The creamy texture makes this very forgiving.
Shade in the entire lip for that blurred, matte-but-not-dry finish. Works incredibly well with a balm over top.
Warm the pencil on the back of your hand and tap onto cheeks. Toasted Rose and Pink Sorbet are gorgeous for this.
Sharpen to a fine point, dot lightly, then tap with fingers to soften.
byfrow recommends pairing with The Lip Companion, which gives that plump, glossy finish over your sculpted base.
Comparisons
If you’re familiar with other multi-use or sculpting pencils, here’s where the byfrow Pigment Pencils sit:
- Creamier and more blendable than traditional wooden lip liners
- Not as slippy as chubby crayons
- A hybrid between a precision liner and a creamy colour stick
Where to buy them
The byfrow Pigment Pencils are £18 each and available now via the link below:
Final Verdict
The byfrow Pigment Pencils are super versatile, flattering, and easy-to-use. The shades are wearable without being boring, the formula is creamy without being messy, and the multi-use element makes them perfect for a streamlined makeup bag.
My top picks?
Chai Latte, Toasted Rose, and Dark Roast, but honestly, they’re all really lovely.
If you’re looking for a sculpting pencil that feels modern, minimal, and elevated… these deserve a very high spot on your wishlist.
FAQs
Are byfrow Pigment Pencils vegan?
Yes, they vegan and also dermatologically tested.
Can I use them as blush?
Yes! They blend beautifully on the cheeks.
Do they need sharpening?
Yes, any high-quality cosmetic sharpener works.
Is the byfrow Pigment Pencil safe for eyes?
Yes, the byfrow Pigment Pencil works nicely on the eyes, however, it is worth noting that shades Cherry Berry, Baked Cinnamon, Pink Sorbet & Toasted Rose are not compliant for eyes in the US.
Which shade to choose
If you want a natural lip line, choose a shade compliments your natural lip tone. If you are looking for a statement colour, go for Dark Roast or Cherry Berry and fill in the whole lip.
