What is the best way to put on eyeliner?
Eyeliner can define and enhance your look, but how do you apply it perfectly? Our Skins Experts will help you with tips and techniques for sleek lines, the right eyeliner choice and the difference between eyeliners. Find out which eyeliner is best for you.
What is the best way to put on eyeliner?
Applying eyeliner requires precision and the right technique. It is important to start with a clean and dry eyelid to make sure your eyeliner stays on as long as possible. Use a little eyeshadow primer for the perfect base. Then start with a thin line close to the lash line and slowly build it up. Use short, light strokes rather than one continuous line for more control. A steady hand helps, but if that is difficult, you can rest your elbow on a stable surface. For a subtle look, use a soft pencil liner, while a liquid or gel eyeliner is ideal for a tight wing.
What are the best eyeliners?
Choosing an eyeliner depends on the look you want and your experience with application. A liquid eyeliner with a fine tip provides precise lines and dramatic wings. Gel eyeliners give more Control and are perfect for a smoky effect. Eye pencil is versatile and easy to blur for a softer look. Our Skins Experts recommend choosing an eyeliner that is long-lasting and well-pigmented, so the line stays beautiful all day. A few favourites are NARS' s High-Impact Longwear Eyeliner, a richly pigmented, gel-like eyeliner pencil that lasts for up to 12 hours, and ILIA's Clean Line Liquid Liner, a waterproof eyeliner with a flexible felt tip that lets you effortlessly create a subtle line or a bold cat-eye. Thanks to its quick drying time, the eyeliner stays perfectly in place from morning to evening, without smudging or running.
Which is better, eye pencil or eyeliner?
Eye pencil and eyeliner both have their advantages. An eye pencil is easy to blend and ideal for a soft, natural look. It is also easier to apply and correct. Liquid eyeliner offers a tighter and more intense line, making it perfect for a defined eye look. The choice depends on the look you want to create and your personal preference.
Different types of eyeliner
What types of eyeliner are there? There are a number of different types of eyeliner to choose from.
Liquid eyeliner - this eyeliner has a liquid formula and usually comes in a bottle with a fine brush or felt-tip applicator. Perfect for clean, defined lines and a dramatic winged eyeliner.
Gel eyeliner - often comes in a jar and applied with a brush. Gel Eyeliner is creamy and versatile: ideal for both soft smoky looks and precise lines.
Eye pencil - a classic that is easy to apply and blend. Available in different textures, from soft and creamy to firmer for long-lasting precision. Suitable for both the upper lashline and waterline.
Kohl eyeliner - an extra soft, intensely pigmented eyeliner that blends easily for a smudged or smoky effect. Often used on the waterline for a dramatic look.
Pen eyeliner (felt-tip eyeliner) - looks like a liquid eyeliner, but with a felt-tip tip for extra control and precision. Ideal for beginners or quick touch-ups.
Which eyeliner for older skin?
As skin becomes more experienced, the eye contour may change slightly, making a softer approach desirable. Our Skins Experts recommend a creamy eyeliner or soft eye pencil, as it is less likely to pull into fine lines. Avoid extremely sharp lines and opt for a subtle blur for a lifting effect. Brown shades can also give a softer, flattering look instead of intense black.
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