The Goddess Pencils are inspired by the originators of beauty – the ancient Egyptians. They would use pigments to define their eyes in honor of the famous God named Eye of Horus. The Eye of Horus was a sacred symbol of protection and people would draw the extended eye onto themselves for magical powers. This trend caught on and became a sign of sacred beauty, which now carries on into our modern day. Benefits Wont irritate eyes or sting Formula with key nurturing botanicals wont clump, run or smudge Easily removable with warm water Safe to use on the waterline Care Tips To protect the wax elements in the Goddess Pencil, avoid heat or sun. Check the cap is on tight to ensure no shrinkage of wax content. A professional cosmetic sharpener is required to sharpen the pencil, our Eye of Horus precision sharpener maintains the Goddess Pencil is in perfect condition. To make sharpening easier, store it in the refrigerator or freezer, which will harden the wax and avoid breakage.