The eyeliner is undoubtedly one of the most loved and feared makeup products at the same time; it creates intensity and defines the contour of the eyes like no eyeshadow or pencil is able to do, but it is not always easy to obtain the desired result. Choosing the perfect eyeliner
There are many different types on the market, and even if the simplest to apply are certainly eyeliner pencils and pen eyeliner, with more or less fine lines, due to their unbeatable formulation and duration, they continue to both the classic liquid eyeliner and the gel eyeliner to be applied with a brush are extremely successful .
But better gel or liquid eyeliner
This depends on what effect you want to achieve with make-up and how practical and precise you are in applying eyeliner.
To help you choose the right product for you, here is an overview of what are the characteristics that differentiate gel eyeliner and liquid eyeliner . Liquid eyeliner: characteristics and application
The liquid eyeliner has an intense effect and a strong and luminous line. It is certainly the one that guarantees the greatest hold, from morning to evening, especially if you opt for waterproof formulations.
On the other hand, sold in packs similar to those of mascara with brush included, it requires good dexterityand a lot of precision; making mistakes is really very easy, just exert too much pressure to cause smudges and irregular lines which are then difficult to correct. To avoid the panda effect, the secret in this case is definitely training and if you really can’t apply it freehand you can always try with stencil eyeliner. Gel eyeliner: characteristics and application
The gel eyeliner has a denser consistency and is therefore easier to apply than liquid eyeliner. It is a long-lasting product, with an intense effect and matte finish, which you can also find in a waterproof version. It also has the great advantage that it can also be used in the inner, lower or upper rim of the eye
It is almost always contained in a glass jar and therefore tends to dry out faster than other types of eyeliner. If you only use it once a year for special occasions, it may not be the right product for you.
To apply it you need a good brush that generally has to be bought separately and unfortunately finding the right one is not so easy. Remember that the brush should always be chosen based on the result you want to achieve.
- Flat brush : perfect for very fine lines and to emphasize the look in a natural and discreet way.
- Pointed brush with angled handle : it is a thin and pointed brush with the peculiarity of the handle, bent by about 30 degrees, which makes it much easier to draw lateral pigtails, even very thin, on the eye.
- Oblique brush : if you want cat eyes in full sixties style, this is definitely the most suitable brush for applying gel eyeliner. It allows you to draw fine lines and then thicken them according to the effect you want to achieve, for a super precise final result.
Whatever eyeliner you choose, with a little practice the result will be fabulous and super glamorous.
