Type of Eyeliners
If you want to have the great look, eyeliner is the must-have makeup. But there are some types of eyeliner which can let you have different looks. Here are the common kinds of eyeliners:
Liquid Eyeliner
This is the most difficult to apply as it is very bold and slick. Liquid eyeliner generally comes in a tube with a brush that pulls out with the liquid on it. So you need a steady hand, and should apply by brushing short strokes close to the lash line.
Pros:
- Great for Arabic makeup, cat eyes, and dramatic looks.
- Provides a well-defined, thin line which makes the eyelashes look thicker.
- Creates a dramatic, defined look.
Cons:
- Very difficult to apply well, especially for beginners.
- Takes a steady hand, patience, and practice! Everything turns out to be very easy. Once you have it down, you will be hooked
Pencil Eyeliner
This is the most commonly used liner as it is very easy to manage and control. They come in a variety of colors making them appropriate for every day wear.
Pencil eyeliners have been around forever. They are typically hard and don’t spread very well. Pencil eyeliners are just like any other pencil that you sharpen when needed. To apply, you simply “draw” on the line close to your lashline.
Pros:
- Very easy to control.
- Comes in a wide range of colors.
- Very common and easy to find in every brand of makeup.
- Great to use especially for beginners because of the harder tip. Any smudges can be easily fixed with a cotton swab.
Cons:
- Unless you sharpen really well, it does not provide as crisp a line.
Gel/Cream Eyeliner
This liner has been used more by professional makeup and it is becoming more common. There are a variety of shades available to suite every preference and they can be applied over or under the eyeshadow, or simply over the lid. Either way the eyes will look gorgeously defined and contoured.
Cream eyeliners generally come in a pot that you can dip an angled brush, fine tip brush, or even a pencil eyeliner in to get the product out. It can even be used as a creamy base underneath eyeshadows.
Pros:
- Very creamy and easy to smudge.
- Great for smokey eyes.
- Not pull on the delicate skin around the eye area
- Variety of shades available .
Cons:
- Not as portable as a pencil eyeliner.
- Need a slightly steady hand as it is creamy and glides pretty easily.
- Takes a bit longer to dry
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