Makeup Question

[gabride2010]

When I put eyeliner on (I do both top and bottom lids) I put foundation or eyeshadow under my bottom lid to help set my eyeliner. Despite that, my eyeliner always smears/runs and doesn't stay put.

I used to think it was my choice of eyeliner, but I have tried several kinds (waterproof and not), but it doesn't make a difference.

How do I fix this? Is there a product I can use or a different method of applying my eyeliner? TIA!

[madamewaffles]

Have you tried liquid? I have oily lids and skin and the Kat Von D Tattoo Liner stays in place all day long.

[lilsneezy]

Oct 20, 2015 6:20:33 GMT -5 madamewaffles said:

Have you tried liquid? I have oily lids and skin and the Kat Von D Tattoo Liner stays in place all day long.

I've tried so many eyeliners and nothing compares to Kat Von D's! NOTHING. Seriously, it's the best.

[notagoddess]

I'm not sure if it would work, but what about trying an eyeshadow primer like Urban Decay? It's the only thing that keeps shadow on my lids. Maybe it would work for eyeliner too.

[lilsneezy]

You can try a primer or setting spray but ultimately I think you just haven't found the right liner yet. Like madamewaffles said, I would try Kat Von D's tattoo liner. I'd be surprised if that smudged on you. Sephora is selling this eyeliner kit right now, it's called Draw the Line. You get 6 eyeliners for $30. Super cheap and a great way to experiment with different brands and formulas.

[ohinvrtedworld]

I highly recommend urban decay for both the primer potion and their eyeliners. They're super high quality. That is my one makeup splurge!

ETA Sephora is great about you trying stuff and returning if you don't like it, so I always go there to experiment with new products.

[gabride2010]

Thanks everyone! The eyeliner I'm currently using is Urban Decay, and I have used about 3/4 of it.

I haven't tried any liquid liner yet. I'm not super precise with my application, and I was always afraid it would look messy. I will look it up though and give it a try.

I have heard wonderful things about Sephora. I will have to find them online or make a run to a bigger city to find a counter.

I was using a MAC eye primer, but it still ran/smeared. I will look into a UD primer and see if that makes a difference.

[housecarder]

Oct 20, 2015 10:56:15 GMT -5 gabride2010 said:

Thanks everyone! The eyeliner I'm currently using is Urban Decay, and I have used about 3/4 of it.

I haven't tried any liquid liner yet. I'm not super precise with my application, and I was always afraid it would look messy. I will look it up though and give it a try.

I have heard wonderful things about Sephora. I will have to find them online or make a run to a bigger city to find a counter.

I was using a MAC eye primer, but it still ran/smeared. I will look into a UD primer and see if that makes a difference.

If you go to Sephora they also do 15 minute free fix sessions focusing on one area. When my skin went teenage girl BSC during stims I went in and asked about different concealers. They showed me several good ones and let me try them before I bought. They might even have some tips for getting a nice and steady liquid line.

[emilie]

I love the Urban Decay primer. Maybe see if you can get sample(s)? A while ago Sephora had a sampler of their 4 eye makeup primers to try.

[madamewaffles]

I think I am the only one who doesn't like UD primer. It doesn't glide on like I imagine it should. I use the NARS eye primer now. It is so silky smooth.

[PepperPottsJ]

The Laura merrier powder to liquid liner (before the current tightline nonsense) was the best, I've never found a replacement that I loved . Liquid pencils def the way to go, I love urban decay but Charlotte Tilbury feline flick is a little more narrow.

RE: bottom and top lash line ... I either omit or do a lighter line on lower lashes for daytime.

RE: uNsteady hand with liquid, use a pencil over it afterwards and it makes a world of difference!!

[ohinvrtedworld]

Oct 20, 2015 10:56:15 GMT -5 gabride2010 said:

Thanks everyone! The eyeliner I'm currently using is Urban Decay, and I have used about 3/4 of it.

I haven't tried any liquid liner yet. I'm not super precise with my application, and I was always afraid it would look messy. I will look it up though and give it a try.

I have heard wonderful things about Sephora. I will have to find them online or make a run to a bigger city to find a counter.

I was using a MAC eye primer, but it still ran/smeared. I will look into a UD primer and see if that makes a difference.

Agh! Sorry that my recommendation isn't very helpful! 

Liquid might be your best friend. I've also found that if I find a makeup brush with a really thin, flat tip, and press eyeshadow onto your regular pencil eyeliner (same color of course) it helps set it, like powder sets foundation and concealer. Might be worth a shot to see if that helps!



^ something like this

[onesweetworld]

No liquid on bottom

[lgraceh]

I use gel liner, and feel like it is a good medium between pencil and liquid. I've used MAC Fluidline for probably 10 years now. I probably only use one pot of it a year, and I've never had smearing problems on my oily skin. I use the MAC #266 Small Angle Brush to apply it. This is my most loved makeup brush, and I have had this one for 7 years or so.

[onesweetworld]

I use make up forever waterproof on the bottom lid and too faced liquid on top.

[gabride2010]

Oct 20, 2015 14:29:46 GMT -5 onesweetworld said:

No liquid on bottom

Do you mind explaining why? Does it look weird only having liner on the top?

[lgraceh]

Oct 20, 2015 15:46:23 GMT -5 pippacricket said:

Oct 20, 2015 15:41:09 GMT -5 gabride2010 said:

Do you mind explaining why? Does it look weird only having liner on the top?

No. I wear my eyeliner only on the top 98% of the time. It doesn't look weird.

+1. I do a thin "wing" everyday on top. Never on the bottom unless I'm doing something dramatic and smoky. Then I use a dark brown soft shadow on the bottom. I do use mascara on my bottom lashes, so there is some definition.

[lilsneezy]

Oct 20, 2015 16:01:50 GMT -5 lgraceh said:

Oct 20, 2015 15:46:23 GMT -5 pippacricket said:

No. I wear my eyeliner only on the top 98% of the time. It doesn't look weird.

+1. I do a thin "wing" everyday on top. Never on the bottom unless I'm doing something dramatic and smoky. Then I use a dark brown soft shadow on the bottom. I do use mascara on my bottom lashes, so there is some definition.

Same here. I line the top with liquid and do a wing everyday. I only line the bottom (pencil or gel) when I'm going out or want a "night time" look.

[onesweetworld]

Oct 20, 2015 15:41:09 GMT -5 gabride2010 said:

Oct 20, 2015 14:29:46 GMT -5 onesweetworld said:

No liquid on bottom

Do you mind explaining why? Does it look weird only having liner on the top?

I mean use liquid on top and waterproof gel on the bottom. Sorry I was getting my nails done and couldn't elaborate.

[gabride2010]

Thanks everyone! I have some shopping and trying to do soon.