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How to Apply Eyeliner Flawlessly, Every Time

This tip is so simple, but will make you look more awake instantly.

By Mally Roncal
Lip, Cheek, Smile, Brown, Hairstyle, Skin, Eye, Chin, Forehead, Eyelash, pinterest
Joshua Pestka

Here's why I think Angelina Jolie always wears winged liner: The woman's got about 75 kids, and this look instantly makes her — and anyone else who tries it — appear more awake. Plus, it's so pretty on its own, you hardly need any other makeup. Our model, Patricia, asked me how to make the liner go on evenly, so I taught her this tactic to ensure a flawless flick every time.

Makeup artist Mally Roncal works with stars like Beyoncé and Jennifer Lopez and is the founder of Mally Beauty cosmetics.

1

Use Tape as a Stencil

How to apply eyeliner
Joshua Pestka

It's easier to do the wing first by using a piece of Scotch tape as your guide. Press the strip onto your hand to make it a bit less tacky, then place it diagonally from the corner of your eye to just outside the end of your brow. 

2

Create Your Uptick

How to apply eyeliner
Joshua Pestka

A liquid liner delivers a crisp finish that won't budge. Starting a third of the way in along your lash line, glide the tip along lashes to about a half inch past the corner, tracing along the tape's edge. Let it dry for 30 seconds, then remove the tape. 

3

Line the Rest of the Lid

How to apply eyeliner
Joshua Pestka

Picking up where you started, sketch the liquid liner inward right along the lash line in short dashes. Stop just before the inner corner. Finally, go over it once or twice in a continuous stroke to connect the dashes and even out the line. 

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4

Tie Everything Together

How to apply eyeliner
Joshua Pestka

Dark, glossy lashes enhance this eye-opening effect, so add a few swipes of mascara. After that, all you need is a dusting of rosy or peachy blush on your cheeks and a slick of neutral sheer lipstick. Hey there, Holly Golightly!

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