12 Best Liquid Eyeliners, According to Makeup Artists 2024

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Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liner

According to Brielle Pollara, a New-Jersey based makeup artist, if you’re looking for something that will last you all day, waterproof eyeliner is the way to go. “If you opt for pigmented liners, fading throughout the day will be minimal,” she says. This waterproof pick will hold up against sweat and watery eyes, and will stay put even if rubbed or smudged. Henney also loves this formula because of its vast shade selection. “This liner comes in so many fun colors, glides on easily, and won’t move all day,” she says.

I’m a personal longtime fan of this Glamour editor-approved Stila waterproof liquid liner myself—it was my go-to in college for creating my everyday wing (which I still wear to this day). This formula never smudges, has major color payoff, and is non-negotiable for me when I have a long day of work or events ahead. It looks just as good at the end of the night as it does right after application. My tip: Pair a wing with a colored waterline for extra pop.

Pros: Multiple shadesCons: Waterproof, which might not be suitable for those with lash extensionsApplicator: Brush tipShades: 17, including Intense Black, Cosmic Pink, Dark Brown, and Snow4/16

NYX Professional Makeup Epic Ink Liner

If you have oily eyelids, opting for a waterproof, budge-free liquid eyeliner formula is non-negotiable, which is why Pollara is a huge fan of this formula from NYX. “I love these liners because they’re waterproof, super pigmented, and glide on incredibly easily,” she says. At under $10, this liquid liner can rival more expensive options on the market and has a cult following of its own. “For fierce precision, this liner is an absolute must,” says Jolie Greenstone, a beauty enthusiast. To get the perfect wing, Greenstone likes to use the fine tip at the center of her eye on her upper lid and draw a line toward the outer corner, slightly winging it out. “It really accentuates my eyes like no other,” she says.

Pros: Under $10 and can be found at your local drugstoreCons: The pigment is heavy and thick, so it takes a minute to dry downApplicator: Felt tipShades: 6, including Dark Chocolate, Milk Chocolate and Marshmallow