Biotek Cherry Red 113 Pre-Drawing Lip Liner is a cosmetic pencil for permanent makeup (PMU) pre-drawing, made with safe, non-toxic, hypoallergenic and nickel-free Biotek pigments. It is part of the Biotek 16-shade range that faithfully reproduces their pigment palette, designed specifically for the consultation and marking phase before the procedure. Cherry Red 113 is the most intense red in the range, with a cool undertone (blue-violet shades) — the choice of PMU artists for defined lip liner and bold full lip color. It is intended for micropigmentation artists for lip procedures, not for eyebrows.
What is the Biotek Cherry Red 113 pencil exactly used for?▾
It is a cosmetic pencil for permanent makeup pre-drawing — you use it to trace the lip contour (Cupid's bow, vermilion line) before the actual micropigmentation procedure, to establish the shape and validate it together with the client. The Cherry Red 113 shade is an intense cherry red, with a cool undertone, suitable for bold and defined lip looks.
Does Cherry Red 113 suit all skin tones?▾
It works best on fair and medium skin with cool undertones (pink, porcelain) and offers an elegant contrast on neutral skin. On warm-toned skin, the cool shade may create a slightly violet effect — in this case, Pompeian Red 110 or Venetian Red 112 from the Biotek range are more suitable alternatives. Always test on a small area before full pre-drawing.
Can I use this pencil for eyebrows or microblading?▾
No. Cherry Red 113 is a vibrant red, totally unsuitable for eyebrows — no natural eyebrow has this shade. For eyebrows, pencils from the blonde/brown shade range are used. The product also appears listed in categories related to microblading/micropigmentation because it is part of the general range of accessories for these procedures, but the Cherry Red 113 shade itself is intended for lips.
How do I properly sharpen the pencil for precise lines?▾
Use a cosmetic sharpener with a stainless steel blade, at an angle of about 30°, with slow rotations, to prevent cracking the lead. Being richer in pigment than lighter shades in the range, the lead may be slightly firmer when sharpening — apply even pressure and avoid sudden movements. Sharpen before each client, both for hygiene reasons and for a precise tip.
What is the difference between the pre-drawing pencil and the pigment used in the actual procedure?▾
The Biotek pencil is a cosmetic marking tool — it draws the contour on the skin surface for planning and visual validation, without involving the introduction of pigment into the dermis. The actual micropigmentation procedure uses separate PMU pigments, applied with dedicated equipment. However, the pencil is made with the same Biotek pigments from their product range, so that the pre-drawing shade matches the final result as closely as possible.
Is this pencil safe for the skin?▾
It is made with non-toxic, hypoallergenic and nickel-free pigments, dermatologically tested and compliant with the European cosmetics regulation CE 1223/2009. As with any professional product applied to the skin, avoid use on damaged or irritated skin and follow the hygiene protocol of the clinic between clients.
