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We also considered makeup artist recommendations before naming these the best white eyeliners for a wide-awake look.

A collage of white eyeliners from Stila, Maybelline, Essence and MAC

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Once it’s on, it promises to stay put for up to 24 hours without running or fading.

It’s also been ophthalmologist-tested and is safe for contact lens wearers.

This super-affordable eye pencil won’t let you down.

MAC Colour Excess Gel Pencil Eye Liner

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The white shade goes on easily and is surprisingly pigmented.

Stila is your best bet.

It comes in a classic white that neutralizes redness and makes the whites of your eyes look brighter.

Ulta Essence Kajal Eye Pencil

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The formula glides on and offers an opaque color payoff in just a swipe.

We appreciate that the waterproof gel formula glides on super smooth and lasts all day (or night).

This one also works really well as aninner-corner highlight.

Amazon Maybelline New York TattooStudio Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil

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The Bad Bride hue is a highly pigmented white shade with a hint of silver glitter.

Keep in mind, though, that it’s not waterproof.

If you like this look, ColourPop BFF is, well, your new best friend.

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To remove it gently, we recommend enlisting the help of a cotton round andmicellar water.

Because it’s an eyeshadow stick, it has a chubbier tip that isn’t the most precise.

However, if you’re looking to smudge on some color and go, this is a nice option.

Dermstore Tarte Fake Awake Eyeliner

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Just ensure you replace the cap properly after use or the tip will dry out.

Technically, its actually more of a neutral shade than a pure white.

It blends seamlessly with the whites of your eyes, instantly reducing redness and making you look more awake.

Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil

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The result is transformational.

Those experts included:

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Theresa Hollandis a beauty writer and content creator.

She also consulted our testing insights and makeup artist recommendations to compile this list.

Fenty Beauty Flypencil Longwear Pencil Eyeliner

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This article was checked and updated byEsme Benjamin, a writer and Byrdie contributor.

ColourPop BFF Ultra Fine Liquid Liner

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NYX Professional Makeup Retractable Eye Liner

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ABOUT-FACE SHADOWSTICK MATTE EYESHADOW STICK

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Sephora Collection Colorful Wink-It Felt Tip Liquid Eyeliner - Waterproof

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Victoria Beckham Instant Brightening Waterline Pencil

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Revolve Surratt Beauty Inner Light Baton

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