I must admit that when I first saw this pencil, it made me feel like a kid again! This crayon is no childs play. Its serious makeup genius the Bobbi Brown way! I was a little put off by the price rage but quality has a price. I have the Hot Orange and let me say this, this is a "look at me colour". The creamy and highly pigmented lip colour goes on beautifully and lasts! Its really eye-popping colour and lasts a long time. Just be careful not to lose the sharpener. Otherwise, this lip treat is a winner!