How to Keep Your Lower Eyeliner On

Eyeliner pencils work best on the lower lids.

You've worked carefully to get your eyeliner just right, but an hour later it's smudged off your lower lids. Eyeliner can disappear because of oily skin or tearing. Thankfully, using the right products and techniques will keep your eyeliner looking fresh from morning to night.

Things You'll Need

• Eyeshadow primer
• Long-lasting eyeliner
• Small eyeshadow brush
• Translucent powder
• Powdered eyeshadow
• Eyeliner sealer

Instructions

1. Apply eyeshadow primer under the lower lashes and let dry. These colorless beauty products neutralize and condition the lid, making eyeliner go on smoother and stay on longer.

2. Apply a long-lasting eyeliner. With many brands and types of liners available, try a water- or smudge-proof formula. Start at the outer corner of the eye and move inward, staying as close to the lashes as possible.

3. Set your liner. Using a small eyeshadow brush, apply a small amount of translucent powder over the liner. You can also apply a small amount of powered eyeshadow or an eyeliner sealer to ensure a long-lasting, flawless finish.

Tips & Warnings

• Practice and experiment with different products to find an all-day look that works for your lower lashes.

• Don't use liquid eyeliner under the lower lashes; an eyeliner pencil will give a softer, more natural look.

• Eyeliner applied in a thick line looks harsh and dated. Apply a fine line and use a brush to blend.

• Keep moisturizers away from the eye area before applying eyeliner.

References

• Become Gorgeous: How to Make Eyeliner Stay in Place
• Make-Up USA: How to Apply Eyeliner
• Beauty High; Beauty Banter: How Can I Stop My Eyeliner From Running?; Robin Schoen; June 2011