Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement and All products featured on Allure are independently selected by our editors. The Epic Wear Liner Sticks from Nyx Professional Makeup feature a waterproof formula designed to stay in place without smudging, transferring, or fading for up to 36 hours. 
Depending on your desired look whether it's a slight cat-eye, bold winged look, or just a little color along the lashline one type of liner may work better than another.
Weve packed the July Allure Beauty Box with editors favorite summer beauty products from ManiMe, PCA, La Roche-Posay, Hero Cosmetics, and more. "When you mix them with a liquid, they turn into a creamy liquid liner that dries down to a matte finish," makeup artist Benjamin Puckey has told Allure.
See what our editors can't get enough of this month.
The Stylo Contour des Yeux Khol Eyeliner Pencil from Gucci may be on the pricier side at $36, but its waterproof formula offers vibrant, long-lasting color making it one of Riddle's personal favorites. Makeup artist Mai Quynh recommends applying the liner with a fine eyeliner brush for extra precision.
"For a super fun and easy eye look, I recommend trying these on the lower lash line to bring color to neutral eye looks," she says. According to Malek, these liners are "so unique," thanks to their smooth, pigment-packed formulas, which effortlessly glide across your lid or waterline.
Use the included fine-tip applicator brush to swipe each vibrant shade individually or mix the colors together to create your own custom blend. UZ's Eye Opening Liner is powerful enough to withstand sweat, water, humidity, and excess oil on skin. There's a built-in sharpener at the bottom of the pencil that you can use to keep your tip and strokes sharp. covergirl hellobeautiful mascaras Watch Talia Gutierrez pack her beauty bag for the weekend while using some of the products in the July Allure Beauty Box. They can be used on the cheeks, lips, and brows so feel free to get creative with your designs. joah makeupalley Clocking in at under $10, Colourpop's BFF Liquid Liner offers a matte finish and smooth-gliding, smudge-proof formula that is designed to last for hours on end. A swipe of soft pastel eyeliner screams spring and summer, but it truly makes for a pretty eye-makeup look any time of the year. Editorial assistant Gabi Thorne loves the versatility of these pens, which come in 13 colors including light blue, pink, orange, yellow, and white. See what our editors can't get enough of this week. Fenty Beauty's Flypencil Longwear Pencil Eyeliner offers a creamy formula that's both smudge- and water-resistant. The UV Hydra FX Palette features five smudge-proof, transfer-resistant pastel shades. 2022 Cond Nast. Haus Laboratories is helmed by none other than Lady Gaga, who is no stranger to a sharp cat-eye. However, when you buy something through our retail links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Allure may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with The sweet shades of these pencils and pens let you switch up your neutral vibe with dreamy, dusty color. For example: "If you want to go slow and take your time, a gel or a pencil is probably easier," makeup artist Cara Lovello tells Allure.
Makeup artist Shadi Malek agrees. If you need help purchasing a product directly from Allure, go to our FAQ. While there are dozens of pastel liners on the market including liquid, gel, pencil, and water-activated formulas the best are those that offer powerful pigment, smooth application, and staying power. Your California Privacy Rights. The pointed tip makes for a sharp line, and a specially designed "Dip-Ink Cap" keeps the pen saturated with the color and prevents dry out. This Allure Best of Beauty-winning liquid liner features a fast-drying, highly pigmented formula. joah Perhaps some pastel freckles are in your future? "I love to use the Gucci Stylo in Cleste, which is a beautiful sky blue, in the waterline to really open the eyes and make them appear bigger and awake," the makeup artist tells Allure. This sunny shade of Tarte's Double Duty Beauty Easy On The Eyes Clay in Yellow promises 16 hours of wear without any smudging or budging.
At just $7 a piece, these LA Girl Pastel Dream liners which come in six dreamy colors, like this Magic Mint shade are a total steal. The good news is that there's a solid range of options available, like a quick-drying liquid liner with a handcrafted, fine-tip brush and an under-$10 find with a 36-hour wear time. "The applicator is also great because I can play around with the thickness of the line," she says. "Marc Jacobs Beauty Highliner Gel Eye Crayon Eyeliner delivers intense color payoff and 12-hour waterproof wear," makeup artist Lauren D'Amelio tells Allure. Two of our favorites include Liquid Lilac, a pretty purple, and Blue Skies, a cool, watery shade seen here. The aqua shade of this Kiko Cosmetics Fruit Explosion Eye Liner in Cool Teal feels in tune with just about any summer makeup look, but it will work equally as well alongside a deep red lip once fall and winter arrive. With a shade range so wide, consider starting with Claire's pastel pick: this No Boundaries Blush pink. While most of the shades are bright, they all offer a sleek, matte finish. The liner, which has buttery-soft gel formula, comes in an array of shimmer, matte, and satin finishes. joah luminizer glow All rights reserved. The creamy formula glides on easily and the tip retracts so that your color stays fresh. Plus, each liner delivers bold pigment that won't budge or smudge. Suva Beauty makes an assortment of water-activated eyeliners, which have gone viral on Instagram and TikTok alike. And, thanks to its creamy formula, you won't have to tug the liner along your lid, lashline, or waterline, either. brow joah The brand's Eye-Dentify Gel Pencil Eyeliner comes in 20 matte and metallic shades, including a handful of pastel hues, like Open Wide (a pale pink) and Priscilla (a matte baby blue). cvs "Pastel liners are the perfect introduction to wearing color because they are muted down and are great as an accent color or all-over wash," makeup artist Charlie Riddle tells Allure. What's more, your level of comfort and time needed to perfect your lines should be considered when shopping for the best pastel eyeliner for your goals. Click here for more! joah joah brights joah eyeliner nib "If you're aiming for a wingtip but always seem to fumble, draw a triangle where you want the wingtip to land and connect to the lid with your liner," Claire tells Allure. "I love them because they're easy, and it's not like you have to be a makeup artist [to use them]," makeup artist Sara Tanno, who works with the brand, previously told Allure.
"They have an excellent formula that allows the product to glide on easily," makeup artist Mona Leanne previously told Allure. retailers. Your swipe is fresh and intense every time. profashion eyeliner liquid Frosted Lilac, Periwinkle Pop, Blue Trip, Orange Zest, and this Chill Blue, are among our favorite pastel shades. Not only do the pencils come in a whopping 39 colors, "they have a seamless, smooth application that gives you control, whether for a simple line or something more graphic and fun," says makeup artist Andrea Claire. naheed pk Create thin lines, dots, and designs galore with Make Up For Ever's wooden Artist Color Pencils. joah cvs joah brow It also comes complete with a fine-tip applicator brush that's made of hand-cut bristles, which are great for drawing precise fine lines. Danessa Myricks's Waterproof Cushion Color liners are smudge-proof and powerfully pigmented for an intense dose of color.
"You don't need to have the steadiest hand or skip your morning coffee to accomplish an Instagram-worthy look," she says. eyeliner joah "It goes on so smoothly and creates the absolute perfect liner every time," she tells Allure. Ad Choices. Choose from several pink, green, and blue pastel hues including Whirl(pool) 51, Peridot 90, Mist Me? The metallic finish of Revlon So Fierce! 55, Pink of Me 59 or this shade, Peridot 90. Chrome Ink Liquid Eyeliner in Ultraviolet Foil takes an otherwise soft and safe lavender liner up a notch. The pigment itself also has kaolin clay, which naturally absorbs oil and prevents the color from sliding off of your lids at the first sign of sweat. joah The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Cond Nast. joah According to Allure editor Devon Abelman who called the liner her "new best friend" its ultra-narrow, precise tip is incredibly easy to use. The eyeliner is available in several pastel shades, including this pink shade called Ducky, and The Hills, a light emerald green.
Depending on your desired look whether it's a slight cat-eye, bold winged look, or just a little color along the lashline one type of liner may work better than another. 
Weve packed the July Allure Beauty Box with editors favorite summer beauty products from ManiMe, PCA, La Roche-Posay, Hero Cosmetics, and more. "When you mix them with a liquid, they turn into a creamy liquid liner that dries down to a matte finish," makeup artist Benjamin Puckey has told Allure.
See what our editors can't get enough of this month.
The Stylo Contour des Yeux Khol Eyeliner Pencil from Gucci may be on the pricier side at $36, but its waterproof formula offers vibrant, long-lasting color making it one of Riddle's personal favorites. Makeup artist Mai Quynh recommends applying the liner with a fine eyeliner brush for extra precision. 
"For a super fun and easy eye look, I recommend trying these on the lower lash line to bring color to neutral eye looks," she says. According to Malek, these liners are "so unique," thanks to their smooth, pigment-packed formulas, which effortlessly glide across your lid or waterline.
Use the included fine-tip applicator brush to swipe each vibrant shade individually or mix the colors together to create your own custom blend. UZ's Eye Opening Liner is powerful enough to withstand sweat, water, humidity, and excess oil on skin. There's a built-in sharpener at the bottom of the pencil that you can use to keep your tip and strokes sharp. covergirl hellobeautiful mascaras Watch Talia Gutierrez pack her beauty bag for the weekend while using some of the products in the July Allure Beauty Box. They can be used on the cheeks, lips, and brows so feel free to get creative with your designs. joah makeupalley Clocking in at under $10, Colourpop's BFF Liquid Liner offers a matte finish and smooth-gliding, smudge-proof formula that is designed to last for hours on end. A swipe of soft pastel eyeliner screams spring and summer, but it truly makes for a pretty eye-makeup look any time of the year. Editorial assistant Gabi Thorne loves the versatility of these pens, which come in 13 colors including light blue, pink, orange, yellow, and white. See what our editors can't get enough of this week. Fenty Beauty's Flypencil Longwear Pencil Eyeliner offers a creamy formula that's both smudge- and water-resistant. The UV Hydra FX Palette features five smudge-proof, transfer-resistant pastel shades. 2022 Cond Nast. Haus Laboratories is helmed by none other than Lady Gaga, who is no stranger to a sharp cat-eye. However, when you buy something through our retail links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Allure may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with The sweet shades of these pencils and pens let you switch up your neutral vibe with dreamy, dusty color. For example: "If you want to go slow and take your time, a gel or a pencil is probably easier," makeup artist Cara Lovello tells Allure.
Makeup artist Shadi Malek agrees. If you need help purchasing a product directly from Allure, go to our FAQ. While there are dozens of pastel liners on the market including liquid, gel, pencil, and water-activated formulas the best are those that offer powerful pigment, smooth application, and staying power. Your California Privacy Rights. The pointed tip makes for a sharp line, and a specially designed "Dip-Ink Cap" keeps the pen saturated with the color and prevents dry out. This Allure Best of Beauty-winning liquid liner features a fast-drying, highly pigmented formula. joah Perhaps some pastel freckles are in your future? "I love to use the Gucci Stylo in Cleste, which is a beautiful sky blue, in the waterline to really open the eyes and make them appear bigger and awake," the makeup artist tells Allure. This sunny shade of Tarte's Double Duty Beauty Easy On The Eyes Clay in Yellow promises 16 hours of wear without any smudging or budging.
At just $7 a piece, these LA Girl Pastel Dream liners which come in six dreamy colors, like this Magic Mint shade are a total steal. The good news is that there's a solid range of options available, like a quick-drying liquid liner with a handcrafted, fine-tip brush and an under-$10 find with a 36-hour wear time. "The applicator is also great because I can play around with the thickness of the line," she says. "Marc Jacobs Beauty Highliner Gel Eye Crayon Eyeliner delivers intense color payoff and 12-hour waterproof wear," makeup artist Lauren D'Amelio tells Allure. Two of our favorites include Liquid Lilac, a pretty purple, and Blue Skies, a cool, watery shade seen here. The aqua shade of this Kiko Cosmetics Fruit Explosion Eye Liner in Cool Teal feels in tune with just about any summer makeup look, but it will work equally as well alongside a deep red lip once fall and winter arrive. With a shade range so wide, consider starting with Claire's pastel pick: this No Boundaries Blush pink. While most of the shades are bright, they all offer a sleek, matte finish. The liner, which has buttery-soft gel formula, comes in an array of shimmer, matte, and satin finishes. joah luminizer glow All rights reserved. The creamy formula glides on easily and the tip retracts so that your color stays fresh. Plus, each liner delivers bold pigment that won't budge or smudge. Suva Beauty makes an assortment of water-activated eyeliners, which have gone viral on Instagram and TikTok alike. And, thanks to its creamy formula, you won't have to tug the liner along your lid, lashline, or waterline, either. brow joah The brand's Eye-Dentify Gel Pencil Eyeliner comes in 20 matte and metallic shades, including a handful of pastel hues, like Open Wide (a pale pink) and Priscilla (a matte baby blue). cvs "Pastel liners are the perfect introduction to wearing color because they are muted down and are great as an accent color or all-over wash," makeup artist Charlie Riddle tells Allure. What's more, your level of comfort and time needed to perfect your lines should be considered when shopping for the best pastel eyeliner for your goals. Click here for more! joah joah brights joah eyeliner nib "If you're aiming for a wingtip but always seem to fumble, draw a triangle where you want the wingtip to land and connect to the lid with your liner," Claire tells Allure. "I love them because they're easy, and it's not like you have to be a makeup artist [to use them]," makeup artist Sara Tanno, who works with the brand, previously told Allure.
"They have an excellent formula that allows the product to glide on easily," makeup artist Mona Leanne previously told Allure. retailers. Your swipe is fresh and intense every time. profashion eyeliner liquid Frosted Lilac, Periwinkle Pop, Blue Trip, Orange Zest, and this Chill Blue, are among our favorite pastel shades. Not only do the pencils come in a whopping 39 colors, "they have a seamless, smooth application that gives you control, whether for a simple line or something more graphic and fun," says makeup artist Andrea Claire. naheed pk Create thin lines, dots, and designs galore with Make Up For Ever's wooden Artist Color Pencils. joah cvs joah brow It also comes complete with a fine-tip applicator brush that's made of hand-cut bristles, which are great for drawing precise fine lines. Danessa Myricks's Waterproof Cushion Color liners are smudge-proof and powerfully pigmented for an intense dose of color.
"You don't need to have the steadiest hand or skip your morning coffee to accomplish an Instagram-worthy look," she says. eyeliner joah "It goes on so smoothly and creates the absolute perfect liner every time," she tells Allure. Ad Choices. Choose from several pink, green, and blue pastel hues including Whirl(pool) 51, Peridot 90, Mist Me? The metallic finish of Revlon So Fierce! 55, Pink of Me 59 or this shade, Peridot 90. Chrome Ink Liquid Eyeliner in Ultraviolet Foil takes an otherwise soft and safe lavender liner up a notch. The pigment itself also has kaolin clay, which naturally absorbs oil and prevents the color from sliding off of your lids at the first sign of sweat. joah The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Cond Nast. joah According to Allure editor Devon Abelman who called the liner her "new best friend" its ultra-narrow, precise tip is incredibly easy to use. The eyeliner is available in several pastel shades, including this pink shade called Ducky, and The Hills, a light emerald green.
