Best Drugstore Eyebrow Pencils

Outlines & Defines

A popular eyebrow pencil by Maybelline with features beauty enthusiasts love – rich colors, decent wear, and a mechanical pencil designed for precise application.

Distances itself from other pencils on the market for the angled tip that's perfect for outlining brow shape and filling in sparse hairs. Mechanical, so it never needs sharpening. Built-in spoolie brush. Made by a top makeup brand.

Expert Wear Twin Eyebrow Pencils and Eyeliner Pencils

Tends to smudge or transfer. Tip may break if you don't apply it with a gentle touch.

Best Bang for the Buck

Maybelline

Longtime Favorite

If affordability is your top concern, you can't go wrong with this classic pencil duo made by one of the most iconic makeup brands.

These Maybelline pencils come in a pack of 2, just as they have for decades. Wood pencils that are easy to sharpen. Versatile, as they can be used as both eyebrow and eyeliner pencils. Most users find it wears pretty well.

Easy Breezy Brow Micro-Fine Fill and Define Pencil

On the hard side. The dark brown shade has a reddish tint that won't work for everyone.

COVERGIRL

Ultra-fine Tip

A popular mechanical eyebrow liner by a top drugstore brand that works well for consumers who have fine, sparse brows and want to create a natural look.

Has a slim point that can be used to pencil in fine hairs. Colors look natural on most brows. Easy to find a matching shade for most consumers. Mechanical pencil has a built-in spoolie brush.

Makeup Brow Stylist Definer Waterproof Eyebrow Pencil

The downside of the fine tip is that it's prone to breakage if you push too hard. Colors aren't very pigmented, and fade throughout the day for some wearers.

L'Oréal Paris

Waterproof Formula

Natural shades, a built-in grooming tool, and long wear make this eyebrow liner worth considering. However, it comes with some durability and longevity concerns.

This mechanical, waterproof eyebrow pencil earns praise for resisting moisture and providing all-day wear. Fine point and pretty shades make it easy to fill in missing brow hairs while creating a natural look. Built-in spoolie brush included.

Pencil has been known to break apart. Product doesn't seem to last very long compared to others on our list. Consistency is somewhat dry.

NYX Professional Makeup

An affordable eyebrow pencil with versatile shades that look natural on most consumers.

Has a fine tip that makes it easy to define and fill in brows. Fairly easy for most users to find a good color match. Comes in taupe that works for different hair colors. Mechanical. Spoolie brush.