Eyeliner is a must-have for any eye makeup routine. It adds definition, helps you apply eyeshadow more quickly, and can even be used to create a false lash look. We've rounded up the best eyeliners for every type of user, from the beginner looking for their first fine-line tip to the expert looking for a new tool to keep in their kit.
Size: 0.01 oz / 0.3 g·ITEM: 2617009
Color: 28- Matte Cobalt Blue
$14.00
It stays on my waterline all day! Its totally an awesome buy for the price!...Terrific for sensitive eyes. Plus it applies similarly to a liquid line. ...h2o proof liner vs the water line...awesome
What it is: A three-in-one, retractable eyeliner whose super-creamy, waterproof formula delivers intensity and convenience.
What Else You Need to Know: This long-wear eyeliner pencil is so creamy, it can achieve any look. Its rich texture blends perfectly to intensify your eyes in a flash.
$26.00
This liner smudged and irritated my eyes...I have very sensitive eyes and the only liner that doesn’t irritate my eyes is the Sephora kohl eye pencil, so I guess I’ll stick with that one. ...Irritated my eyes; ok staying power...It didn’t bleed into the corner of my eye and gunk up like most eyeliners do, so what was cool.
What it is: A precision gel liner that glides on, blends like a dream, and boasts budge-proof wear.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates SLS and SLES, parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, triclosan, and triclocarban, and contains less than one percent of synthetic fragrances. This product is also vegan, cruelty-free, and gluten-free, and comes in recyclable packaging.
What Else You Need to Know: Works like a pencil, holds like a gel. This clean eyeliner gives you the flexibility to create a range of looks: blend it out for a smoky effect or subtly hug the lash line.
ITEM: 2570497
Color: Golden Bronze Luster and Bronze Eye Liner
$26.00
It stayed well when I layered it on top of primer. The liner didn’t stay as well - it was smeared under my eyes by the end of the day and I only applied on my top lashes. ...This was just ok. The liner is very black and pigmented but got that patchy look when smudged.
What it is: A long-lasting, waterproof dual-ended liner and shadow stick that won’t crease, transfer, or smudge. Use it to achieve 30-second eyes.
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Amazonian Clay: Delivers better, longer, truer wear.
- Mineral Pigments: Soothe and soften eyelids.
- Vitamin E: A natural preservative that also acts as an emollient and antioxidant.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, and triclosan. It is also cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: Customize your look according to your mood with this dual-sided, full-size shadow and liner. The velvety-smooth, pigmented shades are infused with Amazonian clay and vitamin E for an effortless, gel-like glide when applied.
$39.00
Also, it works as an eyeshadow which is awesome!...I’ll be honest I usually hate all eye liners except liquid. But I’ve been finding myself wearing this liner EVERY DAY.
What it is: A versatile eyeliner with intense, bold color, perfect for creating a vibrant waterline, cat eye, or complete eyeshadow look.
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Silicon Resin and Trimethylsiloxysilicate: Help support long wear and waterproof finish.
- Carnauba Wax and Soft Polymers: Provide a soft and blendable formula.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, sulfates SLS & SLES, and triclosan. It is also vegan and gluten-free.
What Else You Need to Know: Stylo Contour Des Yeux Khol Eyeliner is formulated with a creamy, soft texture that makes it as versatile as it is fun. The highly pigmented color makes it suitable for lining all areas of the eye, so you can experiment to your heart’s content.
Size: 0.017 fl oz/0.5mL·ITEM: 2083236
Color: Black
$14.00
Great value, lovely little liner...I love this liner! I used to use Kat Von D eyeliner (which is fabulous) but this is a pretty awesome comp, for a fair amount cheaper. ...Fantastic liquid eye liner. I will definitely be purchasing it again!
What it is: A waterproof, ultra-black, ultra-thin felt tip eyeliner. Create a precise, long-lasting line in just one smooth stroke.
What Else You Need to Know: Waterproof eyeliner lasts up to 12 hours. Ultra-thin felt tip to create a tight line that adds definition to your eyes. Use alone for a fine line or to add more definition to a smoky eye.
Size: 0.04 oz/ 1.2 g·ITEM: 2486660
Color: Burgundy
$24.00
Striking on green eyes!...It gives enough play time to smudge out before setting. Complements every cool toned or purple eye shadow look...It glides easily around the eye. The shade made my eyes pop so well. I also feel like I’ve never seen this color eyeliner before.
What it is: A creamy eyeliner pencil that blends smoothly without losing pigmentation.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens and mineral oil. It is also cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: This innovative eye crayon enables a seamless, mistake-proof application to creatively apply, blend, and explore with the pigment before it sets. This eye crayon is long-lasting, waterproof, and eye-safe, with no-transfer for up to 24 hours of perfection. Use this eye crayon to create bold accent eyes for an irresistible presence.
Size: 0.04 oz / 1.41 g·ITEM: 2072411
Color: 104 All Around White - White
$24.00
The Ultimate Universal Lip Liner!...Best cool brown liner. The formula is so smooth and pigmented. ...Perfect cool brown...I love this lip liner! It’s the perfect cool brown, lasts a pretty long time, and it’s so smooth.
What it is: A creamy, matte eye pencil that offers rich definition and glides on effortlessly for bold to natural eyeliner looks.
Formulation Type: Eye Liner
Benefits: Long wearing
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It is also gluten-free, cruelty-free, and comes in recyclable packaging.
Size: 0.42 oz/ 12g·ITEM: 2480010
Color: 05 Seine Sparkles - glitter denim
$25.00
Lancôme Longwear Eye Liner...One glide and enough color transitioned onto my eyes. The wear - this eyes liner stayed put for hours! ...This is a great eye liner! I was a bit skeptical of it staying on but it definitely stays on longer than others do for me.
What it is: A long-wearing gel eyeliner pencil that delivers dramatic color for up to 24 hours in just one stroke.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, sulfates SLS & SLES, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance.
What Else You Need to Know: The hybrid gel eye pencil has the richly pigmented effect of a liquid eyeliner with the ease of application of a pencil liner. The creamy texture is blendable when first applied, and once set, does not smudge, flake, fade, or transfer for up to 24 hours.
Size: 0.005 oz/ .15g·ITEM: 2575660
Color: Bronzite - copper + rustic yellow
$22.00
Awesome color shift and great for precision. It also layers well on top of other liners and eye shadows. ...Cool Product...Very cool eyeliner! Not too dark, not too light. I only gave it 4 stars because there isn’t a lot of product in the tube.
What it is: A color-shifting, multi-chrome, waterproof micropencil that creates smoldering and graphic lines.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It is also vegan, gluten-free, cruelty-free, and comes in recyclable packaging.
What Else You Need to Know: This multi-chromatic pencil transforms colors in different lighting environments.