Liquid Eyeliner – All Are Not Created Equal
Liquid eyeliner is very much in fashion at the moment channeling old world Hollywood looks of the 1950ʼs. Itʼs something that takes a bit of practice and patience, but once you master it, the look is timeless glamour that can be worn by women of any age. For middle aged gals and beyond I would keep the line on the thinner side. A steady hand helps tremendously, (or your own make up artist!) but there are some liners that make application easier than others.
ANGLED BRUSH WITH GEL LINER: This is my preference when doing make up on others, it takes practice, but when doing it on yourself there are easier methods. LINER PEN WITH BRISTLED POINTED TIP: This is a little easier, but I find the bristles always separate or fray and make for an uneven line requiring you to go back and smooth out the line with a cotton swab. LINER FELT TIP PEN: This is the best option for a clean line, and even product application. The tip is firm, which helps with stability. It is also nice in that, an even amount of product comes out with each stroke. RECOMMENDED: NARS Eyeliner Stylo in Nuits Blanches NOT RECOMMENDED: LANCOME Artliner in Noir ~ the tip is flimsy and thin requiring a lot of correcting and strokes to thicken the line.
HOW TO APPLY:
- Gently pull the outer corner of your eye outwards, so the lidʼs skin lies taut and flat.
- Beginning at your eyeʼs outer corner, using the liner pen, start the line where you want the line to finish. This will be the highest point.
- Draw the line towards the inner corner of the eye gradually getting thinner and thinner until you have reached the innermost corner of your eyelid.
- A little correction may be required if the lengths and widths on both eyes are not symmetrical. Using a moistened cotton swab to correct. Sweep the moistened cotton swab upwards at the outer corner to create the ʻwingedʼ effect.
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