Beauty-conscious women know liquid eyeliner is all the rage now, but do you know how to apply it? As far as I know, liquid eyeliner comes in liquid, pen-style, powder-with-brush, the most common pencil, and the recently popular gel types.Below, I'll teach you how to apply liquid eyeliner from scratch. Let's dive in!
First, let's explore how beginners can master eyeliner application.
1. Applying eyeliner can be challenging for newbies. If not done correctly, lines may appear uneven or inconsistent in thickness. So, how should beginners tackle it?The first technique to master is positioning a small mirror below your eye for clear visibility. Gently lift your upper eyelid with one hand to fully expose the lash line. Choose a soft eyeliner pencil and carefully fill in every gap between lashes, ensuring no empty spaces remain.
2. After filling the gaps, carefully trace a thin line along the lash line, starting from the inner corner and extending outward to the outer corner.At the outer corner, gradually lift the pencil upward to create a slight upward flick. Beginners may find it helpful to divide the line into three sections. Keep one hand gently lifting the upper eyelid during this step for easier application.
3. How to apply eyeliner for monolids and double eyelids? For double eyelids, aim for a width of about 2mm. For monolids, you can slightly widen the line.
After applying, open your eyes to check the effect. The ideal result is a subtle hint of the liner visible—avoid making it too dramatic.
4. Compare the effect with double eyeliner versus no eyeliner. The eyeliner should be visible even with your eyes closed—avoiding gaps is key.
How to Apply Liquid Eyeliner
1. Apply eyeshadow
2. Outline with pencil
Use an eyeliner pencil to draw your desired shape, staying close to the waterline.Gradually increase pressure as you approach the inner corner, then ease off as you extend outward toward the middle. After shaping the outer wing, connect it to the lower lash line and fill in any gaps to complete the line.
3. Carefully Fill the Waterline
Fill the waterline directly beneath the lashes. Leaving gaps between the liner and lashes creates a messy look.
4. Reinforce with Liquid Eyeliner
For monolids or prominent lower eyelids prone to smudging, apply liquid eyeliner or gel eyeliner on top to prevent smudging. Trace as close to the lash line as possible.
5. Set with Loose Powder
At the final stage, use a brush to apply loose powder to the lower eyelid area.This provides double protection against eye makeup smudging.
Eyeliner Tips: Using Gel Eyeliner for Non-Double Eyelids
For smaller eyes or those without double eyelids, defining the eyeliner can make eyes appear slightly larger. Apply the liner generously, and opt for smudge-resistant gel eyeliner.
Using two shades of eyeliner pencil simultaneously
Choose combinations like black-brown, black-purple, or black-gray. The key is to apply the black pencil close to the lash line, then layer the other shade over it for a blended gradient. Compared to a thin, artificial-looking black line, this technique creates a larger, more natural-looking eye.
The Simplest Eyeliner Tutorial
Step 1: Unlike natural makeup, eyeliner application doesn't require BB cream. A light layer of primer is sufficient to ensure makeup longevity. Before applying liner, use a light-colored pencil to fill in the inner corner as a base.
Step 2: Next, choose a single-color eyeshadow. Apply the eyeshadow before the eyeliner; otherwise, the eyeliner won't show up well. Avoid pink-toned eyeshadows, as they can make your eyes look puffy.
Step 3: Proceed to apply eyeliner using a liquid liner pen or gel liner. Korean-style eye makeup emphasizes clean, defined lines, so waterproof and smudge-proof formulas are crucial. We recommend Mary Kay's Cool Black Quick-Dry Liquid Eyeliner Pen.
Step 4: If you're a beginner and worried about precision, first sketch an outline with a pencil, then fill it in. This prevents smudges and unevenness.
Step 5: Achieving this eyeliner look takes just one minute—quick and easy, right? So don't be intimidated, beginners! This technique not only enhances your eyes' allure but also infuses your gaze with that signature Korean-style charm.