Popular types of Eyeliner used in everyday makeup looks for a natural and dramatic finish.

This post will include:
-Types of Eyeliner (pencil,gel,liquid,kohl,crayon,)
-What looks are created with eyeliner (natural look,dramatic, smokey eye)
-Types of Eyeliner Brushes and Applicators (flat,angled,arched)

All items shown below can be found at Sephora.com

The purpose of Eyeliner: Why wear eyeliner? Eyeliner can make even the smallest eyes appear larger,make them bold and stand out.

Types of Eyeliner:

Traditional Pencil: Pencil eyeliners have been around the longest. They are typically hard and don’t spread very well. They often pull on the eyelid, leading to difficult application. When choosing an eyeliner pencil, look for cream eyeliner to ensure an easier application.Suitable for both top and bottom lashlines. I like Urban Decay 24/7
Eye Crayon: similar to the pencil, usually wider and is commonly used over the lid as a base color.
Eye Kohl: Softer, creamier consistency than traditional pencil makes it easier to blend and smudge. Great for smokey eyes.
Mechanical Twist Pencil: Slightly softer consistency (much like a crayon) than traditional pencil, but may not be as creamy as kohl liner. Easy to use because you don’t need to sharpen it.
Liquid: Liquid eyeliner is a must have if you are looking to create a dramatic, defined look. Has a shiny finish compared to pencils. It may take some practice to learn how to apply liquid eyeliner.May not be suitable for lower lashline because of its consistency. Also comes in felt tip applications (like markers) which make it easier to apply. Normally waterproof and long wearing.
Gel: Also known as cream one of the newer eyeliners on the market. Gel eyeliner is thick in texture and applied with a stiff angled brush for best application. Typically has a matte or semi-matte finish, great for day and night use. Works well on upper and lower lashlines, and even on the waterline. Simply dip an eyeliner brush into the gel eyeliner, scrape off any excess, and apply as close to the upper lashline as possible, working from the inner corners of the eyes outward.Gel eyeliners are great because unlike pencils, there is no pulling on the delicate skin around the eye area.

How to Apply Eyeliner:
A typical way to apply eyeliner is to line the eye where the lashes meet the lid. Start from the inside of the eye where the lashes start (usually about the middle of the lid) twoards the outer corner. Use short strokes to create a thing straight line. You can also line the bottom of the eyes also known as the “water line”.

All items shown below can be found at Sephora.com

1. Urban Decay 24/7 Glide On Eye Pencil (pencil)
2. SmashboxCream Eye Liner Palette (cream/gel)
3. Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner (gel)
4. BUXOM Insider Eyeliner Six Mini Eyeliners Set
5. Clinique Quickliner for Eyes (automatic pencil with sponge end)
6. Sephora Glitter Eyeliner (liquid gel)
7. NARS Eyeliner Stylo (felt tip pen)

Eyeliner Shades For Different Colored Eyes:
Blue eyes? Coffee Brown or Navy Blue
Green eyes? Black dark brown
Brown eyes? Plum

Eyeliner Brushes:
Smashbox Arced Eyeliner Brush #21 ($20.00)

Sephora Professionnel Flat Liner/Eyeliner Brush #16 ($13.00)

Sephora Professionnel Pointed Liner/Eyeliner Brush #17 ($11.00)

Laura Mercier Smoky Eyeliner Brush ($29.00)

Additional Tips:

• White eyeliner is great for the inner waterline to make eyes POP.
• Always apply eye makeup in this order: eye shadow, eyeliner, mascara,lashes. (SEE MY POSTS ON Artificial LASHES {HERE} )
• Waterproof eyeliner is great for weddings,summer when the temperatures may cause sweating, at weddings and funerals.
• While colored eyeliner can be fun, approach vibrant hues cautiously. No one should wear red or pink eyeliner, as it can make the eye appear infected.
• If you have very little lid visible when your eyes are open, you may want to skip eyeliner altogether, or apply your liner in a very, very skinny line.
• Remember to throw out mascara and eyeliner after 6 months, this will help keep bacteria from building up.
• Eyeliner doesn’t have to be expensive! Just find what works best for you. I’ve seen eyeliner priced between $2.59 and $40.