Max Factor Kohl Pencil 1.3g - 040 Taupe

Max Factor Kohl Pencil 1.3g in 040 Taupe is a creamy, glide-on kohl-style eye pencil from the legendary American makeup house Max Factor. 040 Taupe is a refined neutral-grey-brown — perfect for soft, sophisticated eye looks.

About Max Factor

Max Factor is the legendary American makeup house founded in 1909 by Polish-American Hollywood makeup artist Maksymilian Faktorowicz. The brand remains one of the most enduring names in accessible, high-quality colour cosmetics.

Key benefits

• Smouldering kohl-style intensity — rich pigment
• Smudgeable creamy finish — work it in the first 30 seconds
• Versatile use — fine liner, tightline, waterline or smoky base
• Soft gliding texture — comfortable on the waterline
• Pencil format — easy to sharpen and travel-friendly
• Refined neutral shade — softer alternative to black

Shade

040 Taupe is a refined neutral-grey-brown shade in the Kohl Pencil line — perfect for soft, sophisticated eye looks. Particularly flattering for neutral skin tones.

Who it's for

Max Factor Kohl Pencil is ideal for anyone who loves a softer, refined smoky-eye look. Particularly well-suited to those seeking accessible high-quality kohl-style eye colour.

How to apply

1. Sharpen the pencil to a fine point for precise application
2. Apply along the upper lash line, getting close to the lashes
3. For a smoky eye, line the waterline as well, then smudge within 30 seconds
4. Set with a similar-toned eyeshadow for extra staying power
5. Remove at end of day with eye-makeup remover

Specifications

• Size: 1.3g
• Shade: 040 Taupe
• Format: Sharpenable kohl pencil
• Finish: Intense, smudgeable, creamy
• Brand: Max Factor
• Range: Kohl Pencil