When to Use Which Eyeliner

There are many varieties of eyeliner on the market today. Unfortunately for us, there is no omnipotent eyeliner out there, all of them are separated into different categories that are designed for different uses around the eye. These are the ones we see most often in the cosmetic industry.

Most Common Eyeliners in the Cosmetic Industry

• Liquid eyeliners (brush applicator)
• Felt-tip eyeliner (also called art liner)
• Gel or Cream eyeliner
• Kohl Pencil Eyeliner
• Kajal Eyeliner
• Regular pencil eyeliner
• Mechanical twist-up eyeliner
• Eyeshadow (used as eyeliner)

If you are concerned about any ingredients you see on an eyeliner, please visit the FDA's website for an approved list of chemicals.

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