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Whether you’re a can’t-live-without-eyeliner gal or an only-wear-it-on-special-occasions woman, there’s nothing better than finding a formula that stays locked into place all day long. Plus, it’s no fun spending cash on an eyeliner that doesn’t deliver.
Thankfully, we did all the research and came up with the best smudge-proof eyeliners that won’t disappoint on even the oiliest lids. From kohl to gel to liquid, keep scrolling to see the 13 tried-and-true eyeliners to date.
KVD Vegan Beauty Tattoo Eyeliner $21
It’s all in the name. This liner is so smudge-proof you might mistake it as a tattoo. It’s a fan-favorite for its long-lasting formula and easy-to-apply applicator.
MAC Technakohl Liner $19
This creamy formula packs on major color. It’s also great for those who love to smudge-out their liner.
Bobbi Brown Cosmetics Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner $27
Gel liners aren’t for the faint of heart, but if you’re daring enough this is the best on the market. It’s rich in color and creates a killer cat-eye.
Ulta Gel Eyeliner Pencil $8
Getting a show-stopping liner look doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag. This wallet-friendly option works just as well as other luxury liners.
Too Faced Better Than Sex Eyeliner $21
You’d have to be living under a rock to not know the iconic Better Than Sex formulations. They’re so good, you’ll find yourself hooked on first use.
Lancome GRANDIÔSE Bendable Liquid Eyeliner $32
If you’re never seen without a winged liner look, this eyeliner is for you. The 35-degree bendable wand makes it easy to use at every angle.
Marc Jacobs Highliner Gel Eye Crayon Eyeliner $26
If you like the look of gel liner, but don’t want the fuss that comes with it, try this crayon eyeliner. It glides on oh-so-smooth and it’s available in every color you could imagine.
IT Cosmetics Superhero No-Tug Gel Eyeliner $22
No more holding your lid tout to apply your eyeliner. This no-tug formula is velvety smooth and stays in place all day long.
Urban Decay Cosmetics Perversion Waterproof Eye Pen $22
This vegan, waterproof formula comes in a handy pen applicator so you can actually draw your liner on without any trouble. We’re obsessed with the semi-matte finish.
Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner $22
An oldie-but-goodie liquid formula that’s proven its name to be true. You won’t see any smudges here.
tarte Tarteist™ Double Take Eyeliner $24
Two is always better than one and this liner proves it as one end is a gel-like pen and the other is a felt-tip liquid formula.
Benefit BADgal BANG! 24-Hour Eye Pencil $20
When an eyeliner promises 24-hour wear, you buy it – no questions asked.
IT Cosmetics Superhero Liner $24
We’ve been swooning over this liquid liner pen since first use. It locks into place almost instantly.
xx, The FabFitFun Team
