Eyeliner

Eyeliner: Pencils & Liquid Eyeliner

Anthropologie’s beauty edit offers a curated selection of eyeliners to elevate your eye makeup with style and quality.

How do you apply eyeliner?

When using an eyeliner pencil, start by sharpening it to ensure precision. Gently pull your eyelid taut, then draw short dashes along the lash line, connecting them to create a smooth and continuous line. For a more intense and defined look, opt for a liquid eyeliner. Begin at the inner corner of the eye, gradually extending the line outward with a steady hand, and consider experimenting with styles like a classic wing or a bold cat-eye to find what suits you best. To prevent smudging, allow the eyeliner to dry before fully opening your eyes.

How do you do winged eyeliner?

Whether you chose an eyeliner pencil or liquid eyeliner, begin the process by drawing a thin line along your lash line, extending it slightly past the outer corner of your eye. To maintain precision, visualize an imaginary line connecting the outer corner of your eye to the tip of your eyebrow, serving as a guide for the wing's angle. If using liquid eyeliner, create a small flick at the outer corner, connecting it seamlessly to the initial line. For an eyeliner pencil, delicately sketch the wing and fill it in. Experiment with the wing's length and thickness, adjusting until you achieve the look that suits you.

How do you apply liquid eyeliner?

For precision and ease, liquid eyeliners often come in pen-like applicators. To start, draw a narrow line along the upper lash line, staying close to the roots of the lashes. For a subtle look, keep the line thin, and for a bolder effect, gradually increase the thickness. To keep your work symmetrical, continue in small sections, starting from the inner corner and moving outward.

How do you do smudged eyeliner?

A smudged eyeliner look adds a sultry and effortlessly chic vibe to your eye makeup. Whether working with an eyeliner pencil or liquid eyeliner, the technique involves drawing a soft line along the upper and lower lash lines. Smudge the lines using a designated smudging brush, seamlessly blending the product into the skin. For an intensified effect, enhance the look by blending a slightly darker eyeshadow along the lash lines. This versatile style not only complements a smokey eye but also suits a lived-in look and is a strategic fix to correct any application mishaps.