ENHANCE YOUR EYES WITH THESE MUST-HAVE EYELINERS FOR TIGHTLINING
Eyeliners are definitely a touchy subject when it comes to perfecting your makeup look. Even if you get your right eye looking like it's straight out of the cover of Cosmo magazine, your left eye can look like it was done by a two year old. However, tightlining is here to save the day! We've done the work for you and found the best eyeliners for tightlining on the market and tested themn just for you!
Also check out: best Japanese eyeliners and best Korean eyeliners
WHAT IS TIGHTLINING?
So, what exactly is tightlining you say? Basically, it's adding pigments to the waterline of your lower or upper eyelid to create a very clean and precise makeup look. Shockingly, the difference between eyeliner that's tightlined and a look that is not is pretty dramatic. Check it out below:

HOW TO CHOOSE THE BEST EYELINERS FOR TIGHTLINING
Type
- Pencil, liquid, retractable
- Different types of eyeliners can be used for various looks and applications
Colors
- Most people use black, but if you have light colored hair, you might want lighter colors
Dispenser
- How do you get the eyeliner out? Through its dispenser of course!
Waterproof
- Waterproof is perfect for your waterline...hence waterproof
THE BEST EYELINERS FOR TIGHTLINING
Korean BB Cream | Name | Type | Colors | Dispenser | Waterproof |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Liquid | Black | Ultra Thin Brush Tip | Yes | ||
Pencil | 28 Colors | Twist | Yes | ||
pencil | 10 Colors | Sharpen | No | ||
Liquid | 12 Colors | Brush Tip Pen | Yes | ||
Liquid | Black | Felt Pen | No | ||
Liquid | Brown/Black | Brush Tip Pen | No | ||
Pencil | 22 Colors | Retractable | Yes | ||
Liquid | Carbon | Brush Tip | Yes |
Liquid
Brush Pen
12 Colors
Yes
If you haven't heard about this life-changing eyeliner, then listen up! YOU MUST TRY THIS EYELINER! Not only does this product rock our socks off, it also stays on all day, so your eyes don't start looking like a patchy raccoon (this definitely happens if you don't believe me).
The water-based precise liner is perfect for getting into really tight and difficult areas when tightlinging. With some regular eyeliners, it is hard to get in between the crefices of your upper inner eyelide. However, since the product has a super fine tip, it works well for this purpose. The product also comes in 6 different colors, so you can wear it according to your taste and style,
Overall, this eyeliner is our top pick and lives up to the Stila name. We promise you will be happy with this product in your makeup collection.
Pencil
Twist
28 Colors
Yes
In the world of makeup, tightlining can be a difficult task. However, this Stila smudge-stick can make this process a lot less intimidating and painful. This smudge stick glides on eyelids with ease and as creates a blended effect, creating a natural beautiful look.
Although this product is not waterproof, we tested it and realized it sticks to your eyelids like glue (in the best way possible). This long lasting eyeliner is great for lining bottom waterlines of your eyes. However, make sure you sharpen the stick as much as you can if your trying to go for the full fledged tightlined look since the product is on the thicker side.
We love this product because of it amazing long lasting effect as well as the variety of colors it comes in. Check it out for yourself!
Liquid
Felt Pen
Black
No
Remember those felt tip markers from grade school? How could you forget is the real question. Well, we're bringing those bad boys back except this time, we're not smelling them in the back of the class room. This felt-tip eyeliers is one of the best eyeliners for tightlining on the market.
Yes, felt tip actually works well for an eyeliner. In this case, the product stays in the tip of the pen, so you don't have to keep dipping it to apply a thicker line. The is also ultra thin, so you can get into some of the more trickier spots on your upper lash line. Plus, the finish is matte and it lasts all day long even though it isn't waterproof.
In conclusion, this is an excellent product if you want to use for your upper waterline for tightlining.
Liquid
Ultra Thin Tip
Black
Yes
Looking for the thinnest most precise eyeliner on the market? We've got the killer product for you. This is by far the THINNEST eyeliner you can get, and you definitely don't want to miss out on what this product can do. Coming in at 0.00876mm thin, it's almost the size of a folicle of hair!
This is perfect for tightlining your eyelids, especially in the hard to get places like the inner corners of your eyes. Plus, the product lasts all day long so no need for hasty touchups in the bathroom on your break. This waterproof eyeliner stays on but is also easy to remove with a bit of makeup remover.
We LOVE this eyeliner because it is unique and incredibly effective for tightlining.
Liquid
Brush Tip Pen
Carbon Black
Yes
Long lasting is your name? Long lasting is this product's main game, and LORAC's game is always strong. This brush-tip waterproof eyeliner is perfect for your tightlining needs.
We love this eyeliner because of it's no-budge properties. Onces this product goes on, believe me, it's not going anywhere unless you have makeup remover at hand. It also comes in the darkest carbon black, making your makeup looks pop and your eyes look professional made up.
We know you will love this eyeliner for it's precise application and long-lasting features.
Pencil
Sharpen
10 Colors
No
Finally, an eyeliner that makes your eyes stand out while nourishing your skin! Didn't think it existed? Neither did we, until we ran into this gem gel liner by Jolie.
This eyeliner is perfect for sensitive areas of your eyes, especially during tight lining. Also, the product is infuesed with Vitamin E and C, so it doesn't irritate your eyelid waterlines. It is also made with Safflower and Sunflower seed oil to maintain the creamy, smooth texure when applying. The product is smudge proof and long lasting, so no need for touch-ups.
We highly recommend this product for those who love really getting into their waterlines with eyeliner.
Liquid
Brush Tip Pen
2 Colors
No
If we've mentioned this eyeliner before, we have a damn good reason why. This Etude House creation is a beast when it comes to eyeliners. Not only does it create beautiful wings, but it also works well as a tightlining tool.
We love the brush tip pen for it's ability to getting product into those tricky places. Also, the eyeliner itself creates a smooth, creamy color with only one stroke, so you don't have to keep applying layers of product over and over again. It is not waterproof, so you may need to bring an extra one in your purse.
All in all, this product gets the job done, creating beautiful color in your waterline, making tightlining a breeze for your makeup looks.
Pencil
Retractable
22 Colors
Yes
We aboslutely LOVE this product not just for it's amazing waterproof awesomness, but it's ability to stay on all day even in the most difficult spots to tightline. This product is unbeatable when it comes to long-lasting wear.
Not only does this product stick like glue, it also comes in 22 colors! Seriously, Sephora makes it so you can't hate their prodcuts, and it's ingenius! Honestly, next shopping trip I am buying the whole lot of these eyeliners. They work really well on the bottom water line, so you can really get in without irritating your eyes.
Overall, we love this products versitility and feel. We definitely recommend it for those who are just getting starting in the world of tightlining.
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