Gel eyeliner typically comes in a pot, and you’ll need an angled brush to apply it. [1] X Research source Devorah Kuperland. Makeup Artist. Personal interview. 7 May 2020. A thick brush will create thick, dark lines. A thin, angled brush will give you more control and allow you to make finer lines. [2] X Research source Look for a brush that has a bit of stiffness to it.
Opt for a matte primer that’s either transparent or that has very little tint so it won’t affect the color of your eye makeup. [5] X Research source Devorah Kuperland. Makeup Artist. Personal interview. 7 May 2020. If you don’t have eye primer, you can use a thin layer of concealer, instead.
Using too much eyeliner at once can lead to globs and smearing.
If you find it difficult to trace the lash line smoothly, mark points along the way first with the eyeliner, and then connect the dots with a single stroke of the brush. [8] X Research source
Angle the triangle slightly upward toward your temple. The wing should follow the line that connects the bottom of your brow with your nose. [12] X Research source Make the triangle no longer than the halfway point between the corner of your eye and your eyebrow. Fill in the triangle shape with eyeliner, and smoothly connect the triangle with the original line you drew to trace your lash line.
Remember that if you use makeup remover, it will also wipe away your primer, foundation, and any other makeup in the area, so you may need to do some touchups.
