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MAKE UP FOR EVER Artist Color Pencil Long-Lasting Lip Liner vs Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED)

Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) scores 9.0/9.8 vs MAKE UP FOR EVER Artist Color Pencil Long-Lasting Lip Liner at 4.4/9.8. Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) wins for active ingredients.

Head to head

MAKE UP FOR EVER Artist Color Pencil Long-Lasting Lip Liner
MAKE UP FOR EVER

Artist Color Pencil Long-Lasting Lip Liner

moisturisermid-range
4.4
VS
Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED)
Topicals

Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED)

moisturisermid-range
9.0

Score comparison

Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) takes this one, winning 3 of 5 attributes.

2
3
MAKE UP FOR EVER wins 0
Tied 2
Topicals wins 3
4.4MAKE UP FOR EVER
+4.6vs
9.0Topicals

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

Topicals WINS
3.3
7.5
MAKE UP FOR EVER
Topicals

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
MAKE UP FOR EVER
Topicals

Active Ingredient Strength

Topicals WINS
2.0
7.8
MAKE UP FOR EVER
Topicals

Ingredient Transparency

Topicals WINS
7.5
8.5
MAKE UP FOR EVER
Topicals

Formulation Safety

TIE
9.0
9.0
MAKE UP FOR EVER
Topicals

Ingredient face-off

2% overlap
16MAKE UP FOR EVER
1Shared
58Topicals

Why Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) comes out ahead

Where Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 7.8 compared to MAKE UP FOR EVER Artist Color Pencil Long-Lasting Lip Liner's 2.0. Its formula features Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid, and Oxidized Glutathione in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.

Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) scores 7.5 here versus 3.3 for MAKE UP FOR EVER Artist Color Pencil Long-Lasting Lip Liner. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.

Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) brings Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid, and Oxidized Glutathione as actives, while mAKE UP FOR EVER Artist Color Pencil Long-Lasting Lip Liner relies on Tocopherol and Ascorbyl Palmitate. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

MAKE UP FOR EVER Artist Color Pencil Long-Lasting Lip Liner is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations

Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Glycerin
  • Targeting specific concerns like aging or uneven tone — Niacinamide does the heavy lifting

Value comparison

Both sit in the mid-range bracket, so value comes down to formulation quality. Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) gets the nod here with its 9.0 overall score — you're getting more for a similar outlay.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict
+4.6 lead

Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) wins this comparison with a meaningfully stronger ingredient profile and overall score.

4.4MAKE UP FOR EVER
vs
9.0Topicals

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: MAKE UP FOR EVER Artist Color Pencil Long-Lasting Lip Liner or Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED)?

Based on ingredient analysis, Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do MAKE UP FOR EVER Artist Color Pencil Long-Lasting Lip Liner and Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED) share ingredients?

Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.

What's the main difference between MAKE UP FOR EVER Artist Color Pencil Long-Lasting Lip Liner and Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle for Discoloration on Face & Body (UNSCENTED)?

The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.