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Top rated eye liners

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  1. Best overall

    Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner

    4.6/5 $20-$24

    Precision felt-tip pen with intense, long-lasting color that stays put all day. Highly pigmented and waterproof.

    • Extremely waterproof
    • Precise application
    • Lasts all day without flaking
    • Can be difficult to remove
    • May dry out if cap not tight
  2. Best budget pick

    Maybelline New York Eye Studio Lasting Drama Gel Eyeliner

    4.4/5 $8-$12

    Gel formula that glides on smoothly and dries to a smudge-proof, waterproof finish. Great value for the performance.

    • Very affordable
    • Smooth application
    • Long-lasting
    • Requires brush (not included)
    • Can dry out if not sealed
  3. Best for intense pigmentation

    Kat Von D Tattoo Liner

    4.5/5 $19-$22

    Highly pigmented, ultra-precise liquid liner with a brush tip for fine lines. Vegan and cruelty-free.

    • Intensely black
    • Excellent precision
    • Cruelty-free
    • Slightly pricey
    • Tip can fray over time
  4. Best drugstore pen liner

    NYX Professional Makeup Epic Ink Liner

    4.4/5 $8-$10

    Felt-tip pen with highly pigmented, waterproof ink for bold, precise lines. Great for beginners and pros alike.

    • Super fine tip
    • Waterproof and smudge-proof
    • Good value
    • Dries out somewhat quickly
    • Not fully opaque on first pass
  5. Best pencil liner

    Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil

    4.5/5 $20-$22

    Creamy, glide-on pencil with intense color payoff and waterproof, long-lasting wear. Available in over 30 shades.

    • Very smooth application
    • Waterproof and never fades
    • Wide shade range
    • Needs sharpening
    • Slightly expensive for pencil
  6. Best for thin lines

    L'Oréal Paris Infallible Super Slim Liquid Eyeliner

    4.3/5 $9-$13

    Ultra-fine felt tip for precise, thin lines. Smudge-proof and waterproof for all-day wear.

    • Very fine tip for detail
    • Long-lasting
    • Affordable
    • Can dry out quickly
    • Not as opaque as some
  7. Best luxury pick

    Marc Jacobs Beauty Highliner Gel Eye Crayon

    4.7/5 $25-$28

    Luxuriously creamy gel pencil that glides on effortlessly and sets to a waterproof, smudge-proof finish. Highly pigmented.

    • Extremely creamy and pigmented
    • Waterproof
    • Comfortable to wear
    • Expensive
    • May smudge on oily lids
  8. Best with lash serum

    Physicians Formula Eye Booster 2-in-1 Lash Boosting Eyeliner

    4.2/5 $10-$14

    Felt-tip liner infused with lash boosting ingredients. Creates a sleek line while helping eyelashes look longer.

    • Lash boosting benefit
    • Easy to apply
    • Hypoallergenic
    • May not be as long-lasting
    • Price higher than drugstore average

Buying advice

When choosing an eyeliner, consider whether you prefer precision (felt-tip), smoothness (gel pencil), or intensity (liquid). For oily lids, look for waterproof and smudge-proof formulas. If you're a beginner, a felt-tip pen like the NYX Epic Ink may be easiest. Always check if the product is ophthalmologist-tested if you have sensitive eyes.

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