The Foolproof Liners That Will Upgrade Your Eye Game In Seconds

You need only look at the recent Baftas, Oscars and Met Gala red carpets to know that eyeliner is back with a vengeance, and we’re loving it! Whether you love a wing, a flick or just a swipe of colour on your waterline, eyes are doing all the talking. So be well-prepped this season with these foolproof eyeliner pencils and pens that will upgrade your eye game in seconds.

The Best Eyeliner Pens & Pencils For Every Style

Best for smokey eyes: DIOR Diorshow Kohl Pencil, £22.50

Like us, we’ve been trying to nail the smokey eye look since our teens and we know from experience that finding the right product is key to making easy work. This is a backstage secret to perfecting a smokey eye. Extra points for a smudger on this double-ended eyeliner pencil.

Best for feline flicks: Hourglass Voyeur Waterproof Gel Eyeliner, £27

When you’re perfecting your eyeliner flicks, finding the right tool that doesn’t sit in the creases around your eyes (which so many do) is no easy feat. Let us introduce you to this rich, glossy, and highly impressive eyeliner that behaves whether you want a sharp line or a thick wing.

Best for the waterline: Charlotte Tilbury Rock ’N’ Kohl Black Eyeliner Pencil, £22

Create a sultry stare in seconds with a swipe of this pencil across your waterline. It’s so easy to use, you don’t even need a mirror (if you’re already a pro!) The wow factor is in its staying power.

Best for precision: Shiseido MicroLiner Ink, £21

Inspired by sumi ink sticks used in traditional Japanese calligraphy, this super fine gel tip, will give a micro-thin line while depositing ample colour that will last and last. A great choice for fine flicks (rather than your waterline) but be sure to have had plenty of practice before, because once applied, it’s set.

Best for newbies: Victoria Beckham Beauty Satin Kajal Jewel Liner, £22

This best-selling product is a smudgy gel liner making it ideal if you want a versatile pencil for your waterline or to build up a smokey eye. It’s super soft, comes in a host of jewel-toned shades with either a matte or shimmer finish and it’s staying power is legendary.

Best for winged liner: Vieve Power Ink Liner, £19

If you fall in between a feline flick and a smokey eye look, a thick winged flick is the look to go for. You need a soft yet heavier nibbed pen to create density and with high-pigmented colour. Look no further than this power pen by A-list makeup artist Jaime Genevieve.

 Best for watery eyes: Rimmel London Scandaleyes Waterproof Kohl Kajal Eyeliner Pencil, £4.99

This dermatologist and ophthalmologist-tested formula is quite literally cry, sweat and hayfever proof (making it a little stubborn to remove). It’s gel/soft pencil formula glides without tugging on the skin and has strong staying power for such an affordable pencil.

Best for vegans: Honest Beauty Vibeliner Pencil, £15

This traditional eyeliner that delivers gorgeous colour payoff in just one swipe. Infused with mango seed oil and jojoba oil, it seamlessly to define your eyes, plus it has an in-built smudger to create ultra-smokey looks.

Best value for money: Sephora Collection Black Ink Waterproof Precise Felt Liner, £12.99

This budget buy lives up to its name. The pen is flexible and soft like a Sharpie pen, that allows you to create your liner in all different ways with complete control. Plus, the waterproof formula guarantees it stays put all day and night.

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