Description
Keep an intense black line from morning to night with the Maybelline Tattoo Liner pencil. This gel eye pencil is waterproof and advertised to last up to 36 hours. Once applied, it does not run, slide or migrate, according to the brand.
Its gel formula glides without tugging and gives a highly pigmented colour. Apply it along the upper lash line. Some people also use it on the waterline. The Maybelline Tattoo Liner pencil leaves a sharp, tattoo-style line that does not budge with concealer.
The pencil contains 1.3 g of lead, in shade 900 Deep Onyx, a deep black. It is sharpened to keep a fine tip. The Maybelline Tattoo Liner pencil comes without extra packaging, to limit waste. It is a good ally for defining an oriental look.
Our verdict on this Maybelline Tattoo Liner pencil
Review written by the Air d’Orient team · Updated on 19 September 2026
We have read buyers’ feedback on this Maybelline Tattoo Liner pencil to pick out what comes up most often, good and not so good.
The strong points
- A line that lasts all day, with no panda eyes for many.
- A highly pigmented colour, truly black, even on the waterline.
- A gel formula that is easy to apply: it glides along the lash line.
- A waterproof pencil, that resists water and does not mix with concealer.
Good to know
- A lead that is fragile when sharpened: it can break in the sharpener. Put the pencil in the cold for a few minutes and use a well-sharpened sharpener.
- Less reliable staying power in strong heat: the gel can smudge on the eyelid when it is very hot. Let it dry for a minute before opening your eyes wide.
Where we lean: for anyone who wants a black line that does not budge all day, this is a pencil you can trust. For a smokier look, the Tattoo Liner Smokey below is worth a look. For more kohls, browse our range of oriental kohl.

Tattoo Liner Deep Onyx, Tattoo Liner Smokey, Tattoo Liner Polished White or Lasting Drama?
The same gel pencil exists in several versions from Maybelline. Here is how this Maybelline Tattoo Liner pencil compares with the three other most popular versions.
| Pencil | Shade | Advertised wear | Ideal for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tattoo Liner Maybelline · this pencil |
Deep Onyx | 36 h | A sharp line |
| Tattoo Liner Smokey Maybelline |
Black | 36 h | A smoky look |
| Tattoo Liner Maybelline |
Polished White | 36 h | Opening up the eyes |
| Lasting Drama Maybelline |
Matte | 36 h | A matte finish |
The Maybelline Tattoo Liner Smokey is a black waterproof gel pencil, designed for a smoky effect. It is for anyone who likes to blend their line. This Maybelline Tattoo Liner pencil in Deep Onyx keeps a sharper line.
The Tattoo Liner Polished White takes the same gel formula in a white. It is used to brighten the rim of the eye. The Deep Onyx remains the choice for a dark, intense look.
The Maybelline Lasting Drama pencil is a waterproof eyeliner with a matte finish, advertised for 36 hours. It is for anyone who prefers a shine-free result. The Tattoo Liner relies on its highly pigmented gel texture.
Your questions about this Maybelline Tattoo Liner pencil
Does the Maybelline Tattoo Liner run?
For many, it does not budge all day and causes no panda eyes. In strong heat, it can smudge on the eyelid. Let it dry for a minute after applying.
Maybelline Tattoo Liner gel pencil on the waterline?
The brand advises applying it along the lash line, on the upper contour. Some people also use it on the waterline, where it stays well pigmented. Remove it in the evening with an eye make-up remover.
What is the difference between Tattoo Liner and Tattoo Liner Smokey?
The Tattoo Liner Deep Onyx draws a sharp, deep black. The Tattoo Liner Smokey is designed for a smoky look. Both are waterproof gel pencils advertised for 36 hours.
Find more kohls and eye pencils in our range of oriental kohl.
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