Naples Makeup Artist Compares Eye Liners: Gel, Liquid & Pencils

There are many specific reasons why certain liners should be worn while others are not appropriate. All three types come in handy for different occasions. Being a Naples makeup artist I am asked constantly which liner is better to use, which one's easiest, etc. The following details a list of advantages and disadvantages of each type of liner:

GEL

Advantages

• Easy to use
  
• Doesn't smudge
• virtually water/sweat proof
• makes a clean, crisp line
• Great for everyday wear

Disadvantages

• Cannot smudge for smokey look
• Can't use in waterline
• Too harsh for under eye line

LIQUID

Advantages

• Easier to use for some people
• Comes in great colors
• Quick

Disadvantages

• Crusts up throughout the day
• messy
• No crisp line
• Not waterproof

PENCIL

Advantages

• Great for Smokey Eye
• Can be used for waterline
• Smudges well under eye

Disadvantages

• No Bold colors
• runs throughout the day
• Drags eye (more harsh)

Gel is by far my favorite eye liner because it gets the job done and lasts all day. When you first put it on it dries instantly so will not be messy. MAC as well as Bobbi Brown make wonderful gel eye liners with appropriate brushes for application. If you have any questions feel free to email me :).

JPB
Naples Makeup Artist
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