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If youchoose a pencil, opt for one with a sharpener or retractable packaging.
Despite their lower price tags, weve learned drugstore eyeliners can perform comparably to higher-end options.
So, we put 60 bestselling eyeliners to thetestover four months.
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We also spoke with a professional makeup artist and dermatologist to learn the best liner tips and tricks.
Our comprehensive list highlights the best drugstore eyeliners, from pencils to liquid and gel options.
Keep reading to find your perfect match.
The super-pigmented black liquid only needed one coat to deliver stunning results.
Removal was simple with a micellar water-soaked cotton round.
She’d even recommend it fortightlining.
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I was super impressed with this liners staying powerit even lasted longer than my trusty waterproof mascara.
Unsurprisingly, though, it was difficult to remove.
And with nine available shades, theres something for everyone.
The brush is precise and thin, making it easy to get a sharp wing.
The four shades are very opaque, pigmented, and vibrant.
However, we were slightly disappointed with how long this one took to dry: 32 seconds.
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We recommend keeping your eyes closed until dry to avoid any transfer.
However, once it dried, this liner had serious staying power.
We love the retractable pencil, but do wish it stayed a bit sharper over time.
The mattes were a bit easier but still left some staining behind.
However, we still thought the pencil liner wore so well that the long-lasting formula was worth it.
According to Connecticut-based dermatologistDr.
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Mona Gohara, check that to flush out your eye with cool water right away.
If your eyes continue to feel irritated, we recommend seeking medical attention.
We say yesand Carrillo agrees.
In other words, its safe, so if the color is a match, go for it.
Each liner was graded on the same scale and swatched side by side.
She also interviewed two experts for help with this piece and spent hours conducting her product research.
This article was updated by Byrdie contributorEsme Benjamin.
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