There are many types of eyeliners- pencil, liquid and gel/cream liners.
Eyeliners are usually drawn on the upper lashline to better define your eyes. It can also be drawn on the lower lashline and waterline.
The choice of eyeliner will have a different effect and colour intensity.
Pencil Liner
Pencil liner is most suitable for beginners.
Pros- * Easy to apply and control
* Can be used on the upper and lower lashline
* Can also be used on the waterline
* Mistakes can be corrected easily
* Available in a variety of colours
Cons- * Colour can be transferred to the crease of your eyes
* Colour fade off easily, no staying power
Recommendations: (Waterproof) Urban Decay 24/7 Eyeliners and Make Up Forever Aqua Eyes
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Source: Respective brand website |
Liquid Liner
Liquid liner is not suitable for beginners as it is the most difficult to apply and control. The user needs to have a very stable hand in order to draw a straight and precise line. It is more suitable for evening event due to its colour intensity.
Pros- * Suitable to create cat eye and dramatic eye effect
* Can draw thin precise line
* Long lasting
* No smudges
Cons- * Difficult to correct drawing mistakes
* Difficult to apply as it requires a steady hand
* Cant be used on the waterline
Recommendations: Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eye liner and Kiss Me Heroine Make Liquid Eyeliner
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Source: Heroine Make |
Gel/Cream Liner
Generally comes in a little pot whereby you will need to use a stiff angle brush for application. The colour is less intense compared to liquid liner.
Pros- * Creamy base enables easy smudging to create smoky effect
* Line thickness can be adjusted easily according to your own preference
Cons- * The colour in the pot dries up easily
* Cant be used on the waterline
Recommendations: Bobbi Brown Long Wear Gel Eyeliner, Mary Kay Gel Eyeliner
Source: Respective brand website
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