Eyeliner is a must-have for almost 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: 2616977
Color: 11-Matte Charcoal Gray
$19.00
Cool Colors, But they break so easily...Not a fan of the retractables because they tend to break so easily with a little bit of pressure. the pigment and colors are great but I'd rather use the pencil like ones instead or for even more pigment the liquid liners....This liner is awesome....It really stays put and I'm usually a loyal Estee Lauder girl....This is one product that sephora definitely has the upper hand with!
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.
$36.00
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.
$36.00
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.
Size: 0.01 oz/ 0.3 g·ITEM: 2445682
Color: *02 Anthractie - grey
$53.00
Nothing but compliments on this eye catching liner...I usually have to make sure I use setting spray on my liners or they come off super fast, but this stays all day without setting spray and I have no allergy troubles with it. ...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: .33 oz·ITEM: 2672624
Color: 23 Navy Shimmer - 23 Navy Shimmer
$19.00
As a light-med cool tone lady, this is the color: not yellow, not too saturated, blends well, and leaves a wash of a natural shade with hint of sheen...Just scribble on your eyelids and smudge with a finger. You can use it like eye shadow, eye liner, blush and even lip! This is a fabulous product.
What it is: A collection of waterproof jumbo eye pencils that can be used as eyeliner or blended out as eyeshadow to last up to 12 hours.
What Else You Need to Know: Colorful Shadow Stick & Liner is both waterproof and transfer-proof. Plus, one application will last up to 12 hours without running. The ultra-soft texture glides on easily to blend, build, and define your eyes in dazzling hues including matte, metallic, and smokey eye. You can use the stick and liner on their own or use them as a base to create an all-new look.
Size: 0.04 / 1.41 g·ITEM: 2072577
Color: 500 Boundless Bisque - Nude
$32.50
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: 0.012 oz/ 0.28 g·ITEM: 1587690
Color: Chocolate Truffle - dark brown
$49.00
This color has a cute shimmer that looks awesome but without looking very sparkling. The liner in general is SUPER!...Awesome!...I usually use liquid liners but I was surprised by how easily the gel liner went onto my eyelid compared to previous gel liners that I had used in the jar format.
What it is:
A 12-hour wear, gel-based pencil eyeliner that delivers pigment-rich color and precise lining.
What it does:
A perfect combination of waxes and emollients imparts intense, super-saturated color that doesn't flake or fade for up to 12 hours of waterproof wear. The silky-soft, creamy texture is lightweight, comfortable, and glides onto lids without tugging or pulling. Its built-in sharpener ensures the most precise application every time.