Eyeliner

Universal eyeliner is familiar to every girl. Known since the days of ancient Egypt, this part of decorative cosmetics has not lost popularity in our time.

It is difficult to find something more comfortable, to quickly and easily make the eyes more expressive. Representatives of many nations used this technique. Moreover, even men used eyeliner (remember the same Tutankhamen). Dense black-eyed eyes were a special privilege of the pharaohs and their entourage. At the same time, lead, which was part of the liner, made it possible to use it not only for decorative purposes, but also as prevention and treatment of eye diseases - a rather frequent phenomenon in a desert climate with sandstorms and floods. In addition, the arrows on the eyes, which sometimes reached from the nose to the temple, had religious overtones: they repeated the shape of the eyes of cats - the sacred animals of Egypt.

In the modern world, eyeliner (or “liner”, as it is now called) is used exclusively for decorative purposes. It has become a faithful tool for lovers to experiment, creating an infinite number of images that can be changed depending on your mood. The main thing is to acquire a certain skill, skillfully emphasizing the advantages and hiding the disadvantages.

If you learn to draw arrows beautifully and neatly thanks to numerous videos and master classes in our time, it is not too easy to understand the abundance of liner types. The choice of liners today is so great that the question of what is better to fail the eyes sometimes puzzles. Let's try to determine which species will be the easiest to handle, and which one will require skill and patience.

The simplest and practical option, since even without special experience, drawing a clear and even line will not be difficult. Depending on the sharpening of the slate, you can draw both a thin and a wide arrow. And even if the line turned out not very smooth, it can always be shaded, getting a trendy blurry effect "smoky eyes". You can draw a sketch with a pencil, put the final arrow over it with a liquid eyeliner.

A less traditional version of a pencil is a contour marker. Unlike his fellow man, he does not need to be constantly sharpened, he easily slides over the eyelid, which means it is impossible for them to scratch delicate skin. It is ideal for creating wide and thick arrows. But its main drawback, like that of a pencil, is the lack of durability compared to other types of liner. In addition, capricious markers require careful storage - strictly tipped down in an upright position.

It is worth mentioning the know-how on the modern market - automatic eyeliner. Its main advantage is that, thanks to a special technology, the brush is automatically replenished with the necessary amount of paint, which greatly simplifies the application process. You do not need to twist or dip anything to quickly draw an arrow; this convenient liner will do everything for you. An additional advantage will be a deep rich color and stunning resistance up to the time of makeup removal.

There will already need a certain skill, so many avoid it. But with the help of a liquid eyeliner, the lines are brighter, juicier and more expressive. The soft and thin brush allows to draw graceful, resistant and accurate lines.However, since such an eyeliner dries out very quickly, it should be used fairly quickly, so it is worth getting a little hand before using it for publication.

A simpler option would be gel liner. Possessing a pleasant creamy and thick texture, it will easily hide minor irregularities and errors, therefore it is ideal for beginners. Before you make up your eyes with a gel liner, it is desirable to remove eyelid skin for a better make-up durability. Otherwise, after a couple of hours, the hands will begin to wipe noticeably. Although, of course, unlike liquid, it doesn’t spread out so much and makes it easier to draw wide lines (liquid can crack in large areas). True, gel eyeliner is inferior to the rest in durability, and since it is usually sold in jars, the brush will have to be bought separately.

This type is a compressed pigmented powder resembling powder or friable shadows. With the help of a wet brush with this eyeliner create a matte and slightly blurred arrows. It requires a certain skill, so it is adored by professional makeup artists, but rarely used at home. In addition, because of its structure, it is easily smeared, spreads from moisture and tends to crumble a couple of hours after application.

When choosing an eyeliner, much will depend on your experience to draw arrows and the desire to learn. In order not to get lost in a huge assortment and choose a suitable eyeliner, you should use a few tips.

• You should not get a liquid eyeliner if you are a beginner and start drawing arrows for the first time. It will be easier to get the hand on the solid contours of a pencil or felt tip pen.
• Also, an outline pencil (it is also called “kaial”) should be used by all fans of arrows on the lower eyelid. Liquid or gel liner in this case will look vulgar and cheap, and neat arrows are unlikely to be obtained here.

• Gel liner is very economical, so be sure to look at the expiration date so that the purchase does not become a waste of money and does not harm the delicate skin of the eyelids.
• You have to be careful with the black eyeliner - it visually reduces the incision of the eyes, so if you do not naturally have large, expressive eyes. It is better to get a color eyeliner - good, today the choice of the color palette is huge.
• Glossy arrows are well obtained with the help of liquid liner or felt-tip pens. If you need a matte finish, you should pay attention to the gel version or a pencil.

The difficulty of choosing a liner lies primarily in the ability to use it. After all, beautiful smooth arrows can be both the main element of the entire make-up, and part of a multistage combination of shades of shadows and other decorative aids.

For a festive make-up the color eyeliner is perfect. Light shimmer and mother of pearl particles, included in their composition, will help to create a rich and vivid image for the evening. Blue and emerald green, silver and gold - modern industry does not limit the choice of colors.

White arrows look very original. Applied with a dry liner, they are perfect for brave and creative girls. Another option - double black and white arrows, no less stylish and graphic. Well, the most extravagant persons will certainly appreciate the red or all shades of purple.

Still remain the hit "smoky eyes" in a gray-black version. To achieve this smoky look, it is enough, without waiting for complete drying, to shade the drawn arrow with a brush or cotton swab and apply shadows of dark shades over the dense layer.

Also for solemn occasions eyeliners with sparkles are the best fit. Because of the transparent structure, it is better to apply it over a shadow or pencil. As a standalone version, it is perfect even for everyday images.With a brilliant liner, you can draw a classic arrow or shade it in the center of the upper eyelid. This will make the look more sparkling.

A more everyday option would be the choice of light gray or brown eyeliner-pencil. These arrows markedly highlight the eyes, but will not look defiant in the office or on a walk in the park.

Undoubtedly, the choice of the color of the eyeliner plays an important role if you want to emphasize the color of the eyes. Therefore it is worth considering a few recommendations in order not to get the opposite effect from the expected.

For owners of green and blue eyes, dark brown arrows are ideal. This shade will make your eyes brighter and will not distract from the native eye color. The black eyeliner will seem too sharp for such delicate shades of eyes. For special occasions, you should still use a bronze or gold liner.

But brown-eyed representatives to pick up the color of the liner is much easier. Bright, rich colors, as well as bold shades of pink, will easily accentuate the beauty of brown eyes. A traditional black eyeliner will make the look more expressive and alluring.

The basic classic rule for a neat arrow is to apply eyeliner, as if continuing the line of eyelash growth and moving slightly upwards. At the same time, the hand should be firmly supported with an elbow on a table or any other horizontal surface. If there is not much experience, you can put the arrows at first with a small dotted line. In addition, before using eyeliner directly for the eyes, try to practice on the outside of the hand. It is important to paint the area between the eyelashes, so that the line looks harmonious, and not as an extra element. Ideally, you need to fill the entire line of eyelashes with liner. If shadows are to be drawn, arrows are applied last. If, in addition to eyeliner, nothing is used, it makes sense to slightly powder the area of ​​the eyelid - so the makeup will last longer.

Beginners excellent help will be popular stencils. This will be a convenient solution for those who want to save time for applying makeup. Such a blank is suitable for any type of arrows. It is enough to attach it to the eyelid, holding it with your hand or, if necessary, securing it with scotch tape, for example, and you can start drawing the desired arrow or applying a unique pattern. All that comes out of the contour of the stencil, will not on the eyelid, and on paper. A liquid eyeliner or soft pencil is best suited for stencil use.

With skillful handling with the help of eyeliner, you can draw on your eyes not just a graceful and neat arrow, but also whole masterpieces that can highlight your taste and make your eyes brighter and more expressive. But it is worth noting that each type of eye needs different arrows.

• If you are the owner of the correct shape of the eyes, you can use any type of arrows. They can be safely used both with shadows and separately. Be sure to try the makeup in the style of Cleopatra - the ends of the arrows strongly go beyond the edges of the eye.
• Round bulging eyes can easily be visually lengthened using eyeliner. The arrow is better to draw a wide, thin lines will not work here.

• Visually enlarge the eyes with eyeliner is also not difficult. It is enough to avoid thick lines, black and any other dark shades. Light and light colors will open the eyes and make it more radiant.
• If you have close-set eyes, take it as a rule to draw an arrow, starting from the middle of the upper eyelid. This technique will help to visually distance the eyes from each other.
• For wide-set eyes, everything is exactly the opposite: we draw an intense line along the entire length of the eye to the nose bridge, thereby narrowing the distance between the eyes.

Liquid eyeliner, like gel, tends to dry out over time, especially if occasionally it is difficult to close the jar. She begins to crumble, unevenly falls on the eyelids, loses its former resistance. But you should not throw it away right away, because eyeliner can be easily reanimated with the help of ready-made cosmetics thinners, which can be purchased at any store. Also, this task will cope and eye drops or liquid for lenses. Their undoubted advantage is the hypoallergenic and disinfectant properties. Having drawn a couple of hours with such drops, the eyeliner will again take on its original appearance.

If you prefer to use natural products, olive, almond, peach oil or even ordinary vegetable oil will help restore the former texture of the liner. The main thing here is not to overdo it - just add one drop (you can use a pipette) and mix. Aloe juice will not only help dilute your favorite liner, but also turn it into a vitamin cocktail. The option is quite perishable, but a week or two will serve you. Vodka, alcohol or a regular face tonic is also a good fit for a dried liner, although the effect after their application is short-lived, so you will have to add them before each application of cosmetics.

The choice of eyeliner should be approached responsibly, if you want it to last longer and not damage the skin of the eyelids. And the proven quality of the company will be a definite plus. We will conduct a small review to better understand the brands of liners for the eyes. They can be divided into two groups: elite and budget.

The first can be safely attributed to such recognized brands as Mac, Guerlain, Lancome, Nyx, Inglot, Bourjois, Pupa. With eyeliner these manufacturers can not worry about the state of the arrows throughout the day. But naturally, their quality and standard of production significantly affects their value.

If the funds for the purchase are limited, look at the firms that, although they cannot boast of promotion, but are not inferior in quality - for example, Essence, Golden rose, Catrice, Eveline. Their lesser known brethren - Ffleur, Liquid ink, Black brilliance, Luxvisage, Kylie - only gaining their popularity and also deserve attention. It is worth mentioning about the representatives of network cosmetics liners - Avon, Faberlic, Oriflame. Their quality is often in doubt, but because of their cheapness they also have their admirers.

According to customer reviews, we made up the rating of the supply lines. Using it, it will be easier for you to make the final decision in this difficult choice.

• Among the classic liquid eyeliners leading brand Guerlain or cheaper Bourjois. Their soft and ultrathin brushes allow you to draw thin and saturated arrows that hold on throughout the day, calmly maintaining even classes in the fitness club. These liners will be an excellent choice for the first experience in the use of liquid liners.
• Best gel liner recognized Bobbi brown and Maybelline. The variety of shades, durability and recognition of professional makeup artists favorably distinguish them from other brands. They do not spread throughout the day, not only in hot weather, but even under the pressure of water, taking a shower. Such hyperstability, of course, will require special makeup remover. Delicate texture enriched with moisturizing ingredients and vitamin E provides not only a comfortable application of the product, but also gentle care even for sensitive eyes.

• Superiority among high-quality eyeliner-pencils and felt-tip pens are still divided marks Loreal and Givenchy. The favorites of many stars and bloggers, these amazing quality pencils rightfully deserve their fame. Due to their soft and creamy texture, they fit perfectly on the eyelid, blend easily and dry quickly.A rich matte pigments, similar in intensity with kayalom allow you to draw the arrows without bald spots the first time. The only praise odes about the water resistance of these liners are clearly exaggerated - even a little rain or snow they are unlikely to endure.

It doesn't matter which type of liner or brand you choose. The main thing is not to despair and not to give up, even if the arrows are not the first time. With a great desire and patience to master the technique of drawing the arrows will not be difficult. A pleasant result of your efforts will be your expressive and alluring eyes.

How to quickly and easily draw arrows using liner from L'Oréal Paris - in the next video.