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Eyeliner is the quickest way to change how your eyes look. A thin line close to the lashes makes them look fuller, a flick lifts the outer corner, and a smudged kohl turns a daytime look into a night one. Want black eyeliner for a sharp edge, brown eyeliner for something softer, or a purple pencil just for fun? Pick your finish and go. Adore Beauty is an official stockist of every brand we sell.

Liquid, Pencil and Gel Eye Liner: Which One to Pick

Liquid eyeliner gives you the sharpest line, and the Maybelline Hypersharp Wing Liquid Liner is made for wings. It takes a steadier hand, so start small and build the line. A pencil eyeliner, sometimes called an eye pencil, is easier to control and great for smudging. The Max Factor Kohl Pencil Eyeliner is a classic for smoky definition along the lash line, while the NYX Professional Makeup Vivid Rich Mechanical Liner Pencil twists up, so there is nothing to sharpen. Gel sits in the middle, with a creamy glide and strong colour. Try the Maybelline New York Tattoo Liner Gel Pencil if you want pencil control with a deeper payoff.

Waterproof and Long-Wearing Eyeliner

If your liner tends to travel by lunchtime, go waterproof. The Barry M Bold Waterproof Eyeliner is a good place to start, and a waterproof eyeliner pencil is handy for hot days, swims and happy tears. To help any liner stay put, dust a little translucent powder over oily lids first, and let liquid formulas dry before you blink. At the end of the night, use an eye makeup remover instead of rubbing, which keeps the skin around your eyes happier. Waterproof formulas can take a little longer to come off, so give the remover a moment to do its job.

Eyeliner Colours and Finishing the Look

Black is the classic for definition. Brown is softer and easy to wear every day, and coloured liners are there for when you want to play. Not sure which to choose? Match the liner to your eye colour, or keep it simple and go with black on the top lid and brown underneath for a softer look. Once your liner is done, add mascara to open up the lashes, and try a matching eyeshadow smudged over the top to soften the edge.

Frequently Asked Questions About Eyeliners