A make-up bag without eyeliner is like
shoes without heels. It’s plain BORING. And not to forget, PATHETIC. I am sure
that none of us would wish either of the two cases even to the worst of our
enemies. ;) But let’s be honest, if you are an amateur in the field of make-up;
choosing the right type of eyeliner can be overwhelming.
There are loads and loads of eyeliners out
there waiting for you. But unfortunately, there is no omnipotent eyeliner which
can satisfy all your eye-makeup requirements. So here we decided to explore the
most loved make-up product, which every girl uses. Eyeliners basically come in
four variants, traditional kajal, pencil eyeliner, liquid eyeliner and gel or
cream eyeliner. Read below to know more.
Kajal
eyeliner
This is the stuff your grandmothers and
mothers generally talk about while reminiscing about their past. Traditionally
the kajal used to be prepared at home from the soot of black pots. Yes, we know
it sounds gross; but that is what it used to be, plain soot. But nowadays,
thanks to scientific researches, kajals are prepared in a much safer way and
are healthier for the eyes. But are undoubtedly the most primitive eyeliners in
the market even today. These kajals are generally dry and need little or no
moisture to work efficiently. They work well on the lower lash line.
My best picks would be Oriflame Pure Colour Kajal Black
and Himalaya
Herbals Kajal.
Kohl Pencil
eyeliner
Kohl Pencils are the absolute best when it
comes to creating an easy and subtle smokey eye. These pencils are extra soft
in texture and glide without tugging at your eyes. The smooth texture makes it
very easy to smudge to create an instant smokey eye effect. Kohl pencils;
though not the most long-lasting of the lot are my most favorite when it comes
to stick eyeliners. The most easy to use and very forgiving when it comes to
perfect lines; Kohl pencils are the go to option when it comes to lining your
upper as well as lower lash lines. Though the only con is that they need to be
sharpened oh-so-frequently and ultimately cause a lot of product wastage.
Do try Lakme Absolute Kohl and Rimmel
Scandal Eyes Kohl Eyeliner in Black Noir.
Retractable
or Mechanical Pencil Eyeliners
Mechanical eyeliners is what every girl
thinks when she hears the word Eyeliner. True, Indian markets are chock-full of
such eyeliners. And to be truthful, they are the most practical of the sorts
and are very versatile. From playful cat-eye, to elegant winged liner; from
straight bold lines to the gorgeous smokey eye; these pencils can help you
achieve almost any style with just a few strokes of practice. And above all, no
need to sharpen them; though this might be a con for some as they might have
hygiene issues. Generally they are the most budget-friendly, after the
traditional kajals, and come in an array of colors. So if you are just starting
to play with those beautiful peepers, go for these little mechanical babies.
My THE favorites are Maybelline Colossal Kajal
and MAC
TechnaKohl Liner kajal in Graph
Black.
Liquid
eyeliner
Though the most unforgiving kind of
eyeliner out there, it is THE best for the sultry, defined eyes we all adore.
No it cannot be used for smokey eyes and is a dud for tightlining but still it
is the best eyeliners to create wisp lines, sleek or thick, the choice is
yours. These eyeliners are technically black pigment in a tube bottle with the
brush attached to the lid. The brushes in the tubes are generally practical and
easy to use; but these kinds of eyeliners need a steady hand as well as
practice, practice and some more practice. But trust me, once you have
perfected the art of liquid eyeliners, you will never turn back to even glance
at any other type of eyeliners.
Take the plunge and splurge on Maybelline
Hyper Glossy Liquid Liner and Lakme Absolute Shine Line.
Felt-tip
eyeliners
So finally, the make-up gods heard the
cries of us shaky-hand girls, and sent an angel in the name of felt-tip
eyeliners to help us achieve those sharply defined eyes without the hassle of
liquid eyeliner. Ok, these eyeliners are basically a little transformed version
of liquid eyeliners only, but with a lot more control. These adorable little
babies look like sharpies and have felt-tips which can be used for both thin
and thick lines depending on the way you hold he tip while creating them. If
you intend to create thick lines, hold the tip in a slanting way and press it
as close to the lash line as possible; and if you want to go for thinner
flicks, hold the tip more perpendicularly to the eyes. These eyeliners are also
known as art liners.
Undoubtedly, Maybelline Hyper sharp
Eyeliner and the L’Oreal Paris Super Liner Instant Impact felt tip Liner are
the best out there.
Gel or Cream
Eyeliners
Gel eyeliners are the newest inventions in
the field of eyeliners. They came and swept everyone off their feet. These
eyeliners are nothing but black waxy or creamy pigments in a cute little tub
and are generally meant to be applied using a brush. Though it also needs
precision, it is still very easy to use; especially if you can get your hands
on a good quality eyeliner brush. For those who love pure black, matte finishes
on their eyes, these little babies would turn to be an absolute favorite. I
personally use gel eyeliners and have never looked back since then. It even
works on the lower lashes beautifully and is very easy for Smokey eye effect.
My First love is Maybelline Eye Studio Lasting Drama Gel Eyeliner and though costly,
MAC
Fluid line is worth every penny.
So this is it, the 1o1 guide for eyeliners
and my personal favorites.
Which of these eyeliners do you use the
most often? J
By Ishleen
