Be it a classic eyeliner, a cat-eye or something as new as thumbprint eyes, you cannot undermine the precision that liquid eyeliners lend to your look. For most of us, liquid eyeliner is also the first tryst we’ve had with make-up. Here are my picks for choosing the best liquid eyeliner that I love and am hoping you do too! Let’s paint, ladies.
Choose The Right Liquid Eyeliner
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Going to buy a liquid eyeliner? Confused which one is the best? Here are the 10 best liquid eyeliners that we are totally crushing on and you will surely love them too.
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1. Nykaa Get Winged! Sketch Eyeliner – BLACK SWAN 01
This is a recent find and I am already recommending this liquid eyeliner pen to people. Apart from the amazing formula, this has an innovative slanted felt tip that has made my life easier. I am NOT an artist so a cat-eye hasn’t been something that I try at all, but now I can do it!
Pros:
- Fine tip to get thick or thin any kind of wing
- Amazing pigmentation
- Rubber grip for easy application
Cons:
- Runny consistency
Price: ₹450. Buy Now
2. LAKMÉ Absolute Shine Line Eyeliner – Liquid Gold
It’s festive and the wedding season is around the corner, but there are some days when you just can’t muster enough zeal to do a complete eye look. I get it. If you too want to cheat, swipe a thick line of this beautiful gold eyeliner. Line your waterline with kohl and you’re good to go!
Pros:
- Highly pigmented
- Dries quickly
- Affordable
Cons:
- Ingredient list not mentioned
Price: ₹450. Buy Now
3. M.A.C Superslick Liquid Eyeliner
When I started using liquid eyeliners, I started with brown (I wanted to be perfect. Sue me!). Anyway, this eyeliner was my holy grail, it was the perfect sheer brown that lent definition to my eyes without any stark lines.
Pros:
- Best liquid eyeliner for beginners
- Long wearing
- Smooth application
Cons:
- Too drying
- Can get flaky
Price: ₹2100. Buy Now
4. ESTÉE LAUDER Double Wear Zero-Smudge Liquid Eyeliner – BLACK
Yes, this one is the reason why eyeliners are a part of my everyday look. The smudge-proof formula and the super fine applicator has my heart. I know it is a little steep price-wise but this is an eyeliner tattoo once you put it on. You end up using little product and the bottle lasts for SO long. Plus you could save the applicator and use it as an eyeliner brush later on. It’s got a lot of wins really.
Pros:
- Lasts longer
- Gives intense pigmentation
Cons:
- Drier than other brands
Price: ₹2150. Buy Now
5. NYX Professional Makeup White Liquid Liner
Hear me out. This is white, chalk white, yes I know. Do not wear this by itself (seriously, been there done that, and never doing it again), but trust me, this is a must-have. It is a beautiful base for those times when you want your sheer eyeliner color to pop. Because it is liquid and dries quickly, it becomes an ideal canvas.
Pros:
- Water resistant
- Matte finish
Cons:
- You have to be super experimental to slay this shade
Price: ₹575. Buy Now
6. MILANI Eye Tech Bold Liquid Eyeliner – BLACK
Honestly, as much as I would love to experiment there is something about a felt-tip that gives me security when doing a cat-eye. What I love about this eyeliner is the thick tip and body. A bold or heavy eye make-up look is easily achievable within minutes.
Pros:
- Inexpensive
- Easy to apply applicator
Price: ₹1000. Buy Now
7. Nykaa GLAMOReyes Liquid Eyeliner
There is nothing better than a colored eyeliner to amp up your look. This one is a godsend for lazy days. One swipe of this pretty purple and you’re good for your brunch date!
Pros:
- Inexpensive
- Amazing consistency
- Dermatologically tested
- Nice staying power
- Waterproof
Price: ₹299. Buy Now
8. The Body Shop Liquid Eyeliner
This is one of the best eyeliner for sensitive eyes. Even if you wear contact lenses, it will be the right pick for you. This eyeliner has a thick consistency that does not make the eyeliner run on your face and stays in place while you are applying it.
Pros:
- Stays for a long time
- Gives intense stroke
Cons:
- Limited shades
Price: ₹895. Buy Now
9. Kiko Milano Definition Waterproof Eyeliner
The is one of the best liquid eyeliner that you can get in various colors and at such an amazing price. The applicator of this eyeliner is so good and has a fine tip that makes the application easy and precise.
Pros:
- Creamy texture
- Highly pigmented
- Smudge-proof
Cons:
- Stays on for 6-7 hours
Price: ₹790. Buy Now
10. Bobbi Brown Long Wear Liquid Eyeliner
This Bobbi Brown long wear liquid eyeliner has an amazing consistency and using its applicator, you can create any kind of wing be it thick or thin. It is formulated with multidimensional shimmer that gives a glam touch to the overall look.
Pros:
- Contains shimmer
- Does not set in fine lines
- Does not dry too fast
- Water resistant
Cons:
- Expensive
Price: ₹2350. Buy Now
How To Choose The Right Liquid Eyeliner?
To choose the right liquid eyeliner for yourself, you need to keep a few things in your mind. Here have a look at such tips.
1. Always buy a water-resistant eyeliner when you are opting for a liquid eyeliner. You never know when it will be a humid or hot day that can make the eyeliner run down your face. Also, if you wear contact lenses, then you must use the best waterproof eyeliner as it is the perfect eyeliner for sensitive eyes.
2. While choosing the eyeliner and testing it, always draw a line at the back of your hand. If the stroke goes smoothly, then you will get an idea about how this product will work on your eye.
3. If you are going for a colorful liquid eyeliner, then make sure the neutrals like brown and black go for daily wear, and the bold shades like blue, green etc are perfect to glam up the look.
How To Apply Liquid Eyeliner?
Applying liquid eyeliner seems a big task to many people, well it actually is a difficult thing, but if you will follow some easy tips and steps, then you will soon become a pro at it. Here have a look at some of these tips.
- Get yourself the best liquid eyeliner for beginners and as you will start applying the waterproof liquid eyeliner, rest your elbows on a table or a slab in front of the mirror. Make sure to keep your arm steady and then go ahead!
- Line the area with a pencil eyeliner first and then go with the liquid eyeliner to get the seamless finish.
- Always apply eyeshadow first, otherwise, you will mess up everything by applying liquid eyeliner before eyeshadow.
- If you want that perfect winged eyeliner in one go then you can even get yourself an eyeliner stencil that will surely help.
Let your eyes do the talking, we are listening!
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