Eyes are the first thing which grabs the attention of a person that’s why women pay special attention to their eye makeup as it complete their overall beautiful look. An eyeliner is a must item in every women’s make-up kit which gives you beautiful winged eyes. A good quality eye liner is very important to protect your eyes from smudging, irritation and other chemical effects of the product.
Since, eyes are one of the most sensitive organs of the body, immense care should be taken while shopping for eye makeup especially with the ‘eye-liners’.
So which ones you should buy?
Since the markets are filled with innumerable brands of eyeliners, it becomes quite difficult for the customers to choose which is the apt one. Here are some features you must check in the product before purchasing it.
- Ease of application
- How much time it takes to dry?
- It should be smudge-proof for longer stay
- Any side effects of chemical used in the product
Note: After applying, if your eyeliner causes any irritation or redness in eyes then you should immediately contact a doctor. Some chemicals used in liquid eyeliner may not suit you and can cause allergic reaction to your eyes like redness, itching or irritation which needs urgent medical attention.
Here is the list of top 5 eye liners which are highly appreciated by the users for their features. You can try from one of these if you are searching for a good quality product.
Bobbi Brown Long Wear Gel Eyeliner
Listed as one of the ‘Best beauty buys’ in the Instyle magazine (April 2015), this award winning eyeliner will give you the perfect lining without much effort. It comes in a gel-based form which is water proof. Not only that, it is also sweat and humidity resistant, smudge proof and doesn’t’ fade easily!
Pros
- The liner last for 12 hours!
- Being highly pigmented, it gives a smooth finishing every time.
- Belongs to a top-notch brand whose products are reputed for their good quality.
Cons
- The applicator is sold separately.
Product Rating: 4.8/5
L’Oreal Paris Super gel Intenza
This fine pencil eyeliner is a stunning versatile product which gives you fantastic finish with each use. It is easy to use and comes in a gel-based formula which blends perfectly with the eye-shadow. Moreover, it is also smudge proof, water-resistant, sweat proof and crease proof. So if you are looking for some quick, easy to apply eyeliners, then this is the best for you!
Pros
- It can last up to 36 hours.
- It is cheaper than other eye-liners.
- It is available along with a brush.
- It doesn’t smudge or fade easily!
Cons
- It is water-resistant but not water-proof!
Product Rating: 4.7/5
Revlon Colorstay Liquid Eyeliner
If you want to get an elegant and sophisticated edge for your beautiful eyes then you should try out ‘Revlon’. It is waterproof and lasts longer. You don’t have to worry about smudges as this is absolutely ‘smudge-proof’. Use this eyeliner to create various looks for your eye. Whether it’s ultra-thin or dramatic bold, Revlon will give you that perfect finish you wish, with every use! Moreover it is easy to use and very affordable.
Pros
- It doesn’t smudge, fade and smear quickly.
- It’s a long-lasting product.
- The liner stays for a very long time
Cons
- It’s quite difficult to remove after application
Product Rating: 4.7/5
Colorbar Just Smoky Eye Pencil
Colorbar Just smoky is a great option for you if you are on a budget. Its multitasking pencil helps in creating neat and clean lines easily. You will be surprised to see how beautifully it blends with the eye-shadow. The best thing about this product is that you will get the benefits of a eyeliner, Kohl and eye-shadow in one product. Isn’t it cool? But not only that, it also has an additional extremely soft smudge brush which will help you get that perfect Smokey eyes effect in no time and without much struggle.
Pros
- It last for a long time
- You will get benefits of 3 things: kohl, eyeliner and eye shadow in 1
- It has high pigmentation.
- It is a waterproof, easy to use and transfer resistant product.
Cons
- It settles and dries very quickly. This doesn’t allow you to smudge to try out various eye-shadow designs!
Product Rating: 4.5/5
MAC Fluidline Gel Eyeliner
This gel eye liner is the bestseller of all MAC products. Some of its devoted users have stated that it is better than some of the reputed and top-notch brands of eyeliners. You can easily make ‘ultra thin or bold lines’ with this. You will get a smooth and perfect line which will last up to 6 hours with each use. It is completely smudge proof and comes in wide range of shades and textures.
Pros
- It is easy to use with its pencil form
- It stays for a long time.
- It is smudge and water proof
- Is recommended by many celebrity make- up artists!
- It is long-wear and smudge-proof eyeliner.
Cons
- Not affordable for everyone as it is quite costly.
- It can’t be used for waterline!
Product Rating: 4.5/5