Eyeliner is a universal cosmetic product that is relevant at all times and for any type of makeup. To create a deep attractive look, skillfully emphasize the beauty of the eyes and, if necessary, adjust their shape not only by professional makeup artists, but also by any modern woman.

Bringing eyes with a pencil is not difficult. But drawing thin, graceful and symmetrical arrows using liquid eyeliner is quite difficult. This requires some practical experience.

A few simple tips will help you master the intricacies of applying eyeliner and create an expressive image.

How to apply eyeliner correctly

First, a little about the application technique. You need to bring your eyes up while sitting, placing your elbow on a hard, stable surface. To make the line clear, slightly pull the skin of the upper eyelid to the side. Apply eyeliner in a continuous line as close to the beginning of lash growth as possible. At the beginning and until about the middle of the century, the line should be thin, gradually thickening towards the end. Wait for the eyeliner to dry and open your eyes. Finish the “tail”, smoothly raising the line up and bringing it beyond the outer corner of the eye by a few mm. It is important that there is no light, unpainted gap between the drawn arrow and the eyelashes.

Not everyone can draw a perfectly even contour in one movement. Makeup artists advise beginners to do it easier:

• 1 way: first draw a line from the middle of the eyelid to the outer edge of the eye, and then from the inner corner to the middle.
• 2 way: outline the outline with a pencil and only then apply eyeliner.
• 3 way: put several dots on the eyelid and then connect in one line.

Arrows and eye shape

According to makeup artists, classic black arrows suit absolutely everyone. The only nuance that needs to be considered is the shape of the eyes.

With close-set eyes, do not let the entire eyelid down completely. You should start from the middle, gradually thickening and lifting the line at the end of the century.

Narrow eyes can be visually opened and rounded by emphasizing them with a line that is thin at the edges and slightly thickened in the middle.

For small eyes, the eyeliner is applied in the same way, with the only difference that the arrow should be thin along the entire length. If the eyes are very small, it is best to avoid eyeliner altogether.

Wide-set eyes let down, starting from the inner corner. The line should be of medium thickness.

Round eyes must be visually stretched. To do this, draw a line from the inner corner to the outer, lifting it towards the temples towards the end.

Which eyelid to bring

In classic everyday make-up, only the upper eyelid is applied; it is not recommended to apply eyeliner on the lower eyelid. Fully let down eyes look unnatural and vulgar. This option is appropriate for evening makeup and special occasions.

It is believed that the eyes, summed up from below, make the look more expressive. But even here there are subtleties.

If the emphasis is on the lower eyelid, then it is better to use a pencil or a waterproof product with an applicator in the form of a felt-tip pen, since liquid eyeliner tends to spread. The line is drawn along the inner edge of eyelash growth on the border with the mucous membrane. It is not at all necessary to sum up the entire eyelid, only the outer corner of the eye can be emphasized. The only exception is small and narrow eyes, the lower eyeliner is contraindicated for them.

Eyeliner fashion remains unchanged. Only the style and performance changes. Masterfully mastering a brush or pencil, you will always be in trend and easily create a spectacular, beautiful and fashionable make-up.

Among the wide variety of decorative cosmetics, the eye contour boasts, perhaps, the most ancient history. In order not to get confused when choosing it and to purchase the eyeliner option you need, we recommend that you first of all pay attention to the manufacturing company.

So that the purchase does not become an extra waste of money

• If you have started drawing arrows for the first time, refuse to purchase a liquid eyeliner, it is better to “stuff” your hand on contours with a solid applicator.
• Lovers of arrows on the lower eyelid should prefer a soft contour pencil, which among makeup artists is called "kayal". It will not be possible to draw neat thin arrows here with gel or liquid eyeliner, and the felt-tip pen will only scratch the eyelid.
• When thinking about purchasing a gel eyeliner, be sure to ask about its expiration date - it is spent very economically.
• If the main purpose of the purchase is to visually expand the eye section, refrain from acquiring a classic black contour, it is better to take eyeliner in colored shades. As a rule, manufacturers produce a fairly wide color palette of this cosmetic product.
• Those who prefer a glossy finish of the contour should take a closer look at either liquid eyeliners or felt-tip pens, because pencils or gel types, as a rule, have a matte result.

Trademarks of the best quality mark

The names of globally recognized manufacturers of decorative cosmetics are hardly a secret for most women. When choosing an eyeliner, you should pay attention to trademarks that have long become the standard of quality. Maybelline(USA), Chanel(France), MAC(Germany) or Clinique(USA) . Not at all inferior to them in popularity and L" OREAL(France), Bourjois(France), Givenchy(France). However, you should take into account that the price of their products will be decent.
If your budget is limited, you can look at companies whose quality is by no means worse, they just cannot boast of the promotion of their brand. For example, Essence(Germany) or Vivienne Sabo(France) also have many of their admirers.

It is the easiest way to line your eyes with it, and even if the line does not turn out to be perfectly even, you can always shade it to get a trendy blurry effect. Also, if you are not confident in your ability to draw arrows, you can draw a “sketch” with a medium hard black or dark brown eyeliner, correct it if necessary, and then paint over the arrow with eyeliner. The main disadvantage of pencil arrows: they are the most unstable.

Brand promo

Automatic eyeliner Quickliner For Eyes Intense, Clinique

Automatic eyeliners Quickliner For Eyes Intense, Clinique(about 950 rubles).

On a note: the better the pencil is sharpened, the thinner the tip of the arrow will turn out. And in order not to scratch the thin skin of the eyelids, hold the pencil not perpendicularly, but at an angle.

liquid eyeliner

Liquid liner liner looks brighter, sharper and lasts longer than pencil liner. The main thing is to choose an eyeliner with a good brush: flexible and soft at the same time, with a very thin tip. And do not forget that liquid eyeliner dries very quickly on the skin, so you need to draw arrows at a pace.

Liquid eyeliner "Perfect Contour" Giordani Gold, Oriflame(about 400 rubles).

On a note: to make the beginning and end of the arrow as elegant as possible, first remove excess eyeliner from the brush on a napkin or the back of your hand.

Eyeliner-felt pen

The most convenient "variety" of liquid eyeliner. It is easy for beginners to use a felt-tip pen: a hard felt tip behaves less capriciously than a brush, and it is easier for them to draw a straight line. And so that the felt-tip eyeliner does not dry out too quickly, store it correctly: vertically, cap down.

"Automatic" eyeliner Fine Eyeliner Shiseido(about 1400 rubles).

On a note: fashionable trident liners with long ponytails are difficult to draw, however, they are great for emphasizing the lash line.

Cream/gel eyeliner

Very resistant and thicker than liquid, this eyeliner allows you to draw brighter and glossier arrows, including very wide ones (liquid eyeliner and felt-tip pen can crack if applied to too much skin). Cream and gel eyeliners can be applied with a variety of brushes: thin and round - for thin, elegant arrows, flat with a beveled tip - for wide ones. True, the brush, most likely, will have to be bought separately: often cream eyeliners are sold without them. And do not use it in a hurry: cream-gel textures dry longer than others.

Long-lasting gel eyeliner Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner, Bobbi Brown(about 1400 rubles).

On a note: cream and gel eyeliners dry very quickly. So keep the jars open less.

Dry eyeliner

It is also powdery: it resembles compact shadows or powder and is applied with a damp brush. With its help, matte, not very bright arrows are obtained. But if the hand trembles, it will only be necessary to wait until the eyeliner dries, and wipe it off the skin with a dry cotton swab.

On a note: very wide and persistent arrows cannot be drawn with dry eyeliner: after an hour or two they will begin to crumble.

How to line your eyes with a pencil? First of all, in order for an eyeliner to easily cope with its tasks, choose a soft, but resistant pencil. For example, Urban Decay Glide-on 24/7 or Giorgio Armani Smooth Silk Eye Pencil.

Such a pencil will not damage the delicate skin of the mucosa and at the same time will perfectly adhere to the skin of the eyelids. We will share several ways to use eyeliner in makeup, which will be especially useful for beginners.

Eyeliner

This eyeliner method can be used for every day, it is also a very important stage in makeup with arrows and evening looks.

In order to line your eyes in this way, first use a pencil. Walk the pencil along the roots of the eyelashes on the upper eyelid from the inner corner to the outer. Try not to blink at first, while the pencil is fixed on the upper mucosa, so that it does not imprint on the bottom.

Staining the inter-eyelash line with a pencil from above allows you to make the eyelashes visually thicker, and the look more open and bright:

pencil arrow

To make really beautiful, neat arrows, be sure to sharpen the pencil sharply before starting makeup.

Paint over the space between the eyelashes, as in the previous paragraph, so that in the future the arrow will turn out without “gaps”. Then, looking straight ahead in the mirror, draw the "tails" of the arrows and check their symmetry.

To make the arrow pointed, put the pencil to the corner of the eye and make a jerky movement towards the temple.

Paint over the contour along the eyelashes and connect with the "tail". To make the line as even as possible, at the moment of drawing, slightly pull the skin of the eyelid in the outer corner of the eye towards the temple with your finger.

Gradually thicken the arrow from the inner corner of the eye to the outer and paint over the eyelashes with black mascara.

circular stroke

To make an even brighter version of the eyeliner, paint over the mucous membrane both above and below. But don't leave your eye makeup like this. This common make-up mistake is jokingly called "eye in a glass." Such an unfinished eyeliner visually reduces the size of the eyes and makes them deep-set.

In order to make the eyes expressive and at the same time not reduce their size, circle the eyes also along the lash contour from above and below. This stroke option is already suitable for owners of large eyes without additional shading. You can learn how to choose eye makeup brushes.

If you want to make your eyes look bigger, go to the next step.

With a small barrel brush, blend the pencil along all the outer borders. Soft haze will make the image more delicate. Keep in mind that long-lasting pencils have the ability to hold, so if you plan to blend the pencil, do your makeup in stages. Draw a line along the eyelashes, first from above, blend, then from below, and again do not hesitate to blend.

To make this look even more stylish, add dark brown, mustard, purple or bronze shadows to the pencil line shading. Type a small amount of shadow on the barrel brush, and walk with light movements along the edge of the feathered pencil.

Highlight the inner corner of the eye with shining shadows, thickly paint over the eyelashes with black mascara.

How to make eyeliner for different eye shapes?

• Small eyes

Small eyes can be visually enlarged with the help of an arrow. "Ponytails" will visually increase the length of the eye. In addition, work out the orbital line with matte shadows darker than the skin color, thereby the size of the eyes will also become larger.

• Large, elongated eyes

In the case of large eyes, it is better to stroke in a circle, without drawing the arrow to the temple. Paint over the mucous membranes and inter-ciliary space with a black pencil, if desired, blend a little along the outer edge.

• Round eyes

Darkening with a black pencil along the mucous membrane, as well as a thin arrow drawn in the direction of the temple, will help to narrow the eyes. In order not to make the eye even more round, do not draw wide arrows.

• Narrow eyes

To visually round such eyes, make the eyeliner wider, and work on the crease of the upper eyelid with dark matte shadows, giving the eyes a more rounded shape.

• Close-set eyes

To visually arrange close-set eyes, start the stroke or arrow not from the beginning of the eye, but from the beginning of the lash line, or from the middle of the eye. Additionally darken the corner with shadows, blend towards the temple.

• Wide-set eyes

Line your eyes, starting the line from the very beginning of the inner corner of the eye. In order not to visually "spread" the eyes even further, draw a more bent, rather than elongated arrow.

How to draw arrows not with a pencil, but with shadows step by step? This video will help you.

Universal eyeliner is familiar to every girl. Known since the times of Ancient Egypt, this part of decorative cosmetics has not lost popularity in our time.

Peculiarities

It is difficult to find something more convenient to quickly and easily make the eyes more expressive. Representatives of many nations used this technique. Moreover, even men used eyeliner (remember the same Tutankhamen). Eyes thickly lined with black paint were a special privilege of the pharaohs and their entourage. At the same time, the lead, which was part of the eyeliner, made it possible to use it not only for decorative purposes, but also as a prevention and treatment of eye diseases - a fairly common occurrence in a desert climate with sandstorms and floods. In addition, the arrows on the eyes, which sometimes reached from the nose to the temple, also had a religious connotation: they repeated the shape of the eyes of cats - the sacred animals of Egypt.

In the modern world, eyeliner (or “liner”, as it is now commonly called) is used exclusively for decorative purposes. She has become a sure tool for those who like to experiment, creating an endless number of looks that can be changed depending on the mood. The main thing is to acquire a certain skill, skillfully emphasizing the merits and hiding the flaws.

Kinds

If it’s not difficult to learn how to draw arrows beautifully and accurately thanks to numerous videos and master classes in our time, then it’s not too easy to figure out the abundance of types of eyeliner. The choice of liners today is so great that the question of what is better to bring your eyes up sometimes baffles. Let's try to determine which species will be the easiest to deal with, and which will require skill and patience.

contour pencil

The simplest and most practical option, since even without special experience, drawing a clear and even line will not be difficult. Depending on the sharpening of the stylus, you can draw both a thin and a wide arrow. And even if the line turned out to be not very even, it can always be shaded, getting a trendy blurry "smoky eyes" effect. You can draw a sketch with a pencil, apply the final arrow over it with liquid eyeliner.

A less traditional version of the pencil is a contour felt-tip pen. Unlike its counterpart, it does not need to be constantly sharpened, it easily glides over the eyelid, which means that it is impossible for them to scratch delicate skin. It is ideal for creating wide and thick arrows. But its main drawback, like a pencil, is the lack of durability compared to other types of eyeliner. In addition, capricious felt-tip pens require careful storage - strictly with the tip down in an upright position.

It is worth mentioning the know-how in the modern market - automatic eyeliner. Its main advantage is that, thanks to a special technology, the brush is automatically replenished with the necessary amount of paint, which greatly simplifies the application process. No wringing or dipping required to quickly draw an arrow, this handy liner does it all for you. An additional plus will be a deep saturated color and stunning durability until the moment of removing makeup.

liquid eyeliner

Some skill is already required here, so many avoid using it. But with the help of a liquid eyeliner, the lines are brighter, juicier and more expressive. The soft and thin brush allows you to draw graceful, persistent and clear lines. True, since such an eyeliner dries very quickly, you need to use it quite quickly, so you should fill your hand a little before using it to go out.

A simpler option would be a gel eyeliner. With a pleasant creamy and thick texture, it will easily hide small irregularities and errors, so it is ideal for beginners. Before making up the eyes with a gel liner, it is desirable to degrease the skin of the eyelids for better makeup durability. Otherwise, after a couple of hours, the arrows will begin to noticeably wipe off. Although, of course, unlike liquid, it does not spread so much and it is easier to draw wide lines with it (liquid can crack in large areas). True, gel eyeliner is inferior to the rest in terms of durability, and since it is usually sold in jars, the brush will have to be bought separately.

Dry eyeliner

This type is a compressed pigmented powder, reminiscent of powder or loose shadows. Using a wet brush, this eyeliner creates matte and slightly blurry arrows. It requires some skill, so it is adored by professional makeup artists, but rarely used at home. In addition, because of its structure, it is easily smeared, spreads from moisture and tends to crumble a couple of hours after application.

Which is better?

When choosing an eyeliner, a lot will depend on your experience in drawing arrows and your desire to learn. In order not to get lost in a huge assortment and choose the right eyeliner option, you should use a few tips.

• You should not buy liquid eyeliner if you are a beginner and start drawing arrows for the first time. It will be easier to get the hang of the hard contours of a pencil or felt-tip pen.
• Also, a contour pencil (it is also called “kayal”) should be used by all fans of arrows on the lower eyelid. Liquid or gel eyeliner in this case will look vulgar and cheap, and neat arrows are unlikely to work here.

• Gel eyeliner is very economical, so be sure to look at the expiration date so that the purchase does not become an extra waste of money and does not harm the delicate skin of the eyelids.
• You need to be more careful with black eyeliner - it visually reduces the shape of the eyes, so if you do not naturally have large expressive eyes. It is better to purchase a colored eyeliner - fortunately, today the choice of color palette is huge.
• Glossy arrows work well with liquid eyeliners or felt-tip pens. If you need a matte finish, you should pay attention to the gel version or pencil.

How to choose?

The complexity of choosing a liner lies, first of all, in the ability to use it. After all, beautiful smooth arrows can become both the main element of the entire makeup, and part of a multi-stage combination of shades of shadows and other decorative aids.

Colors

For a festive make-up, colored eyeliner is ideal. Light shimmer and mother-of-pearl particles included in their composition will help create a rich and vibrant look for the evening. Blue and emerald green, silver and gold - the modern industry does not limit the choice of shades.

White arrows look very original. Applied with dry eyeliner, they are perfect for bold and creative girls. Another option is double black and white arrows, no less stylish and graphic. Well, the most extravagant people will surely appreciate red or all shades of purple.

Still remain a hit "smoky eyes" in gray and black. To achieve this effect of a smoky look, it is enough, without waiting for complete drying, to shade the drawn arrow with a brush or a cotton swab and apply over a dense layer of shadows of dark shades.

Also for special occasions, eyeliners with sparkles are the best fit. Due to the transparent structure, it is best applied over eye shadow or a pencil. As an independent option, it is perfect even for everyday looks. With a brilliant liner, you can either draw a classic arrow or blend it in the center of the upper eyelid. This will make the look more sparkling.

A more casual option would be to choose a light gray or brown pencil eyeliner. Such arrows will noticeably highlight the eyes, but will not look defiant in an office setting or on a walk in the park.

Is black eyeliner suitable for blue eyes?

Undoubtedly, the choice of eyeliner color plays an important role if you want to emphasize the color of the eyes. Therefore, it is worth considering a few recommendations so as not to get the opposite effect of what is expected.

For owners of green and blue eyes, dark brown arrows are ideal. This shade will make the eyes brighter and will not distract from the native eye color. Black eyeliner will seem too harsh for such delicate eye shades. For special occasions, you should still use bronze or gold eyeliner.

If you want to draw arrows of the same color as the eyes, you should choose a shade a tone darker than the color of the eyes. Otherwise, you will achieve the opposite effect by making your eyes paler.

But for brown-eyed representatives, choosing the color of the liner is much easier. Bright, juicy tones, as well as bold shades of pink, easily emphasize the beauty of brown eyes. A traditional black eyeliner will make the look more expressive and inviting.

How to let down?

The main classic rule for a neat arrow is to apply eyeliner, as if continuing the lash line and going up a little. At the same time, the arm should rest steadily with the elbow on the table or any other horizontal surface. If there is not much experience yet, you can apply the arrows first with a small dotted line. Also, before using the eyeliner directly on your eyes, try practicing on the outside of your hand. It is important to paint over the area between the eyelashes so that the line looks harmonious, and not as an extra element. Ideally, you need to fill the entire lash line with eyeliner. If shadows are to be applied, the arrows are applied last. If, apart from eyeliner, nothing will be used, it makes sense to lightly powder the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe eyelid - this way the makeup will last longer.

For beginners, popular stencils will be an excellent help. It will be a convenient solution for those who want to save time for applying makeup. This blank is suitable for any type of arrows. It is enough to attach it to the eyelid, holding it with your hand or, if necessary, fixing it, for example, with adhesive tape, and you can start drawing the desired arrow or applying a unique pattern. Everything that goes beyond the contour of the stencil will remain not on the eyelid, but on paper. Liquid eyeliner or a soft pencil are best for using a stencil.

Makeup Secrets

With skillful handling with the help of eyeliner, you can draw before your eyes not just an elegant and neat arrow, but also whole masterpieces that can favorably emphasize your taste and make your eyes brighter and more expressive. But it is worth noting that each type of eye needs different arrows.

• If you are the owner of the correct eye shape, any type of arrow will suit you. They can be safely used both with shadows and separately. Be sure to try Cleopatra-style makeup - the ends of the arrows go far beyond the edges of the eye.
• Round bulging eyes can easily be visually lengthened with eyeliner. It is better to draw a wide arrow, thin lines will not work here.

What to do if it's dry?

Liquid eyeliner, like gel eyeliner, tends to dry out over time, especially if you periodically close the jar badly. It begins to crumble, unevenly falls on the eyelids, loses its former firmness. But you should not throw it away right away, because the eyeliner can be easily reanimated with the help of ready-made cosmetic thinners, which can be purchased at any store. Also, eye drops or lens fluid will cope with this task. Their undoubted advantage is hypoallergenicity and disinfectant properties. After brewing for a couple of hours with such drops, the eyeliner will again acquire its original appearance.

If you prefer to use natural products, olive, almond, peach oil, or even ordinary vegetable oil will help restore the former consistency of the eyeliner. The main thing here is not to overdo it - just add one drop (you can use a pipette) and mix. Aloe juice will help not only dilute your favorite liner, but also turn it into a vitamin cocktail. The option is quite perishable, but the remedy will serve you for a week or two. Vodka, alcohol or a regular facial tonic are also good for dried eyeliner, however, the effect after their application is short-lived, so you will have to add them before each application of cosmetics.

lancome, Nyx,Inglot, Bourjois, Pupa. With eyeliners from these manufacturers, you can not worry about the condition of the arrows throughout the day. But of course, their quality and standard of products significantly affects their cost.

If funds for the purchase are limited, take a look at companies that, although they cannot boast of promotion, are in no way inferior in quality - for example, Essence, golden rose, Catrice, Eveline. Their lesser known counterparts are Ffleur, liquid ink, Black Brilliance, Luxvisage, Kylie– are only gaining their popularity and also deserve attention. It is worth mentioning the representatives of liners of network cosmetics - Avon,Faberlic, Oriflame. Their quality is often in doubt, but due to their cheapness they also have their admirers.