Eyeliner

The right type of eyeliner (combined with some practice and a steady hand) can amplify your look. Go bold and edgy with graphic shapes, smokey and smudged for a retro vibe or sharp and sophisticated for everyday glam. Before you add an eyeliner to your makeup kit, take a look at your breakdown below to ensure you find the right one for you.  

Outlining the Basics of Eyeliner  

What are the main types of eyeliner?                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  There are actually three main types of eyeliner: Liquid, gel and pencil.  

Liquid eyeliner has a thick felt tip, ideal for creating winged lines across upper lids to make lashes look thicker. Gel eyeliner is easier to blend, perfect for graphic shapes and seductive cat’s eyes. An eyeliner pencils, meanwhile, has a matte finish—allowing you to build intensity to create both sharp and smoky looks.    

With so many colour options, which is best?

Not sure where to start with eyeliner? Try black as a base—it’s timeless and will always be in style. Black eyeliner makes lashes appear fuller, enhances eye shape and can be used to create all types of styles, from the thickest wings to the most subtle lines.  

If you’re feeling more creative, you can complement the colour of your eyes with coloured eyeliners. Have blue eyes? Try contrasting shades like gold or copper to make them pop. Match green eyes with reddish undertones or warmer hues, like dark red or mahogany. Intensify hazel eyes with golds, purples and other shades of green, or pair brown eyes with dark, brooding blues and earthy tones. Or enjoy being playful with any colours that inspire you.  

Can liquid eyeliner that’s coloured work for everyone?  

Of course! If you’re a beginner, you might feel more comfortable with a subtle hint of colour in a metallic or shimmery finish placed along the lids or in the corners of your eyes.  

Pop a waterproof eyeliner into your makeup kit!

A good waterproof eyeliner is a makeup kit essential. Offering all-day wear, the best waterproof eyeliner can withstand anything, from an unexpected afternoon shower to the sweatiest workout. It should also be smudge-proof and easy to glide on.  

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