12 of the Best Eyeliners That Won’t Smudge, Budge or Fade

Maybelline Hyper Precise Liquid Eyeliner

We’re kicking off our round-up with one of the best eyeliners of all time. Tried, tested and approved by the Cosmetify team, this eyeliner pen from Maybelline is set to become a mainstay in your makeup routine.

Boasting a gel-based formula, intense matte black finish and one of the thinnest, firmest felt tips, this liner is great for creating precise lines and cat flicks. Not to mention, its price tag is well under a tenner, making it an affordable steal.

Sculpted by Aimee Connolly Bare Basics Double Ended Kohl Eye Pencil

Wave bye-bye to feathering, smudging, fading and bleeding with this indestructible duo liner. The thin, pencil-like tip never pulls or tugs on skin so that you can achieve extreme bold precision. However, it also has a nude kajal pencil on the other end for a bright-eyed effect. If you’re an eyeliner rookie, then this is the tool to add to your starter kit.

L.A. Girl Jetsetter Liquid Eyeliner

This liquid eyeliner from L.A. Girl guarantees an impressive result each and every time. Boasting a bold pigment, a fine-nib tip and long-lasting formula, it’s all you need to define your eyes like a pro.

Inglot Cosmetics AMC Eyeliner Gel

Allow us to introduce you to the best gel eyeliner to ever grace the beauty aisles. Inglot Cosmetics are the kingpins of bold, daring and statement makeup, so it’s no surprise that this is a collection of high-definition eyeliners. The super creamy and crease-resistant gel lays down a high-pigment color. Discover everything from classic black to canary yellow and deep purple and add a little razzle-dazzle to your eye looks.

Huda Beauty Life Liner Quick 'N Easy Precision Liquid Liner

Staying true to its name, this eyeliner really is a lifeline. Whether you’re in the back of a taxi, at your work desk or in the restaurant restroom, this liquid eyeliner promises a flawless flick each and every time. The ultra-fine tip gives precise lines as well as maximum control, so that you can achieve a killer eye look, even when you’re under pressure. Sweat-proof, smudge-proof and flake-proof, it’s a must-have for your purse.

Benefit Roller Liner

Benefit know a thing or two about brows, but they’re also pretty good when it comes to eyes. Roller Liner is the sidekick to the fan-favorite Roller Lash mascara. Quick-drying, waterproof and delivering on the no smudging, flaking or fading promise, it’s the pen liner that offers a fuss-free, mistake-free application.

Eyeko Eye Do Eyeliner

Eyeko is an award-winning, best-selling icon for a reason. This eyeliner packs intense, ink-like pigment for ultra-precise lines. The flexible brush-like tip stays saturated no matter what awkward angle or position you need to do your thing, whilst the smudge-resistant, opaque color stays put all day long. Oh, and it’s waterproof, cruelty-free and vegan. It might just be the best liquid eyeliner in all the land!

Sweed Lashes Satin Kohl Eyeliner

If you’re looking for a softer, more natural eyeliner, then be sure to check out this gem from Sweed Lashes. The kohl pencil is the best eyeliner for the waterline as it melts onto skin. Choose from classic black or opt for a warm brown shade for those ‘no makeup, makeup’ days.

Fenty Beauty Flypencil Longwear Pencil Eyeliner

Does RiRi ever miss? The Flypencil is the eyeliner that breaks the rules and pushes the boundaries. Covering all styles, moods and personalities, it’s available in four different finishes – matte, shimmer, glitter and metallic – and 20 brighter-than-bright shades.

Milk Makeup KUSH Liquid Eyeliner

Skip the drama and lay down a wing, flick or graphic in an instant. Yep, Milk Makeup KUSH Liquid Eyeliner delivers a bold, budge-proof color, with no bleeding, tugging or dragging, it’s better than any eyeliner that you’ve had before.

Marc Jacobs Beauty Highliner Gel Eye Crayon Eyeliner

Marc Jacobs know exactly what it takes to make those peepers of yours pop. The Highliner Liquid Gel Eyeliner ensures that your eyes are forever center of attention with its high-impact, high-shine finish. From the amazing glide to the vibrant colors and long-lasting wear, it’s no wonder this is one of the best gel eyeliners out there.

SUVA Beauty Hydra Liner

Granted, this liner might be a better option for the pros but it’s also a sure-fire way to up the ante with your makeup. Expertly developed with a water-activated cake formula, this pigment deposits a solid, smudge-proof, transfer-proof and fade-proof color. Ideal for parties, holidays and festivals, it’s the eyeliner that gives your look that extra edge.