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Swish and Flick! 11 Liquid Eyeliners for a Bolder Look

Emphasize your long lashes with a line that's on point.

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Applying liquid liner can be one frustrating feat — between keeping our fingers steady, the formula from running, and, you know, that whole drawing-a-straight-line thing. Though we love to hate it and hate to love it, what was once a cosmetic trend has become a classic and a makeup bag must-have. Master the art with these 11 luxe liners that are easy to use so you stay sane and your lash line on point.

Marc Jacobs Magic Marc'er Precision Pen Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner

Marc Jacobs Magic Marc'er Precision Pen Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner

$30 BUY NOW

We're partial to Marc's play on words here; it's just an added bonus that the actual product is amazing. Where competing tools lack precision, the designer's liquid eyeliner guarantees accuracy. Inspired by the art of calligraphy, its slightly thicker brush forgives unsteady hands while its exclusive formula (developed in Japan) dries the blackest black with a gorgeous sheen that doesn't transfer.

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Maybelline New York Eye Studio Master Precise Liquid Eyeliner

Maybelline New York Eye Studio Master Precise Liquid Eyeliner

$7 BUY NOW

Stellar winged liner? We're not all born with it. In fact, mastering the technique is challenge enough without having to balance a steady hand and control runny makeup. Maybelline's liquid eyeliner comes equipped with a semi-pear-shaped brush tip, for application that's oh-so precise. This dual-action tool gives users complete control over their look – whether it be a thin, elegant line, or bold and dramatic.

Sephora Collection Long-Lasting 12HR Wear Eye Liner

Sephora Collection Long-Lasting 12HR Wear Eye Liner

$12 BUY NOW

There's really nothing worse than going about your day oblivious to the fact that your once on-point eyeliner HAS transferred over to your shadow's cut crease. Liquid eyeliner is always the culprit, but this mixture from Sephora Collection seems to be immune to movement. Available in six ultra pigmented colors, we're fans of the opportunity to switch up our palette, and we're even more in favor of the tool's thick applicator handle that allows us to really be precise when drawing on our liner.

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Tarte Tarteist Double Take Eyeliner

Tarte Tarteist Double Take Eyeliner

$24 BUY NOW

Take it easy when transitioning from solid to liquid eyeliner with tarte's dual-sided pen. Interchangeably experiment with techniques with the two tools — on one end a liquid tip, at the other, a twist-up pencil liner — until you're comfortable with both!

NYX Cosmetics Matte Liquid Liner

NYX Cosmetics Matte Liquid Liner

$6 BUY NOW

No one wants to spend hours at the mirror, especially in the wee hours of the morning when glam time competes with commuting time. This tiny tip from NYX is ultra slim, so your style can go extra sleek without you having to put in extra effort (and minutes!).

Urban Decay 24/7 Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner

Urban Decay Razor Sharp Water-Resistant Longwear Liquid Eyeliner

$22 BUY NOW

Don't hesitate to get a little wet 'n wild when you swipe on this waterproof liquid eyeliner pen from Urban Decay. Available in 19 shades — from the brand's classic Perversion black, to out-of-this-world hues like Intergalactic's sparkling purple and Space Cowboy's glitter-packed gold — it's a better brush for versatile styles, so you can opt to go bold, bombshell, or basic.

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Kat Von D Ink Liner

Kat Von D Ink Liner

$19 BUY NOW

Duh. It's hard not to think "ink" when you hear the name Kat Von D; the tattoo-artist-turned-makeup-guru knows the true value of pigmented permanence. It's no surprise this felt-tip liquid liner is a fan favorite, but fair warning: tread carefully.

Upon application, that color is going nowhere soon after.  

Smashbox Limitless Liquid Liner Pen

smashbox limitless liquid liner pen in black

$22 BUY NOW

Smashbox is pushing limits with this liquid liner that works wide-eyed wonders. Creating multiple styles in a single swipe, its precision point invites users to experiment with a coy cat-eye or dramatic wing — or even slide it on its side to get their thick fix. 

Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner

Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner

$22 BUY NOW

A Stila cult-classic, this tight-tipped liquid eyeliner tool is not only waterproof, but day-fade proof as well, so your liner stays around the clock. It's an on-the-go accessory that's easy to apply and quick to dry, so you run no risk of smudging.

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Charlotte Tilbury — Rock 'n' Kohl Iconic Liquid Eye Pencil

Charlotte Tilbury 'Rock 'n' Kohl' Iconic Liquid Eye Pencil

$27 BUY NOW

This all-in-one pencil pick from Charlotte Tilbury applies like liquid and colors like kohl. It begins to blend the second you stroke, so pigment stays protected up to 14 hours and is available in six stunning shades for a variety of vamp.

Lancôme Artliner Precision Point Eyeliner

Lancome 'Artliner' Precision Point Eyeliner

$31 BUY NOW

For eyes that never tire, enhance your artistry with this ultra luxe liquid eyeliner from Lancôme. Its super fine tip starts thick and grows thin for users complete control over their signature style. No matter if you're a makeup mogul or basic beginner, this perfect precision pen features a fine, foam tip for easy application and comes in eight cool-girl colors.

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Julia Horniacek

Julia Horniacek is the former fashion and beauty editor for BestProducts.com. When she's not resisting the “add to cart” button on e-commerce sites or chocolate everything, she's a fitness fanatic you’ll find at the gym, sipping an array of seasonal decaffeinated beverages or documenting her life via Insta pics.

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