Liquid liner tip of the week

09 Mar 2012 16:38 PM | Posted by Editor

Why liquid eyeliners aren't that scary

If you’ve been avoiding using liquid eyeliner because you’re not sure your application skills are quite up-to-scratch, then beauties, it’s time we taught you a thing or two about liquid eyeliners...

1.) They’re not that scary – especially if you’re using a liquid eyeliner as brilliant as Maybelline New York Master Precise Liquid Eyeliner. The pen-like tip is super fine but still sturdy, making application sooo much easier.

2.) The beauty of make-up is that everything can be erased (and this is where our tip comes in). If you’ve made a mistake with your liquid eyeliner, don’t start your entire look all over again; simple dip the end of a cotton bud in some eye make-up remover and carefully erase the bits you blotched. You’ll be amazed at how well this trick works.

3.) Practise makes perfect. You can’t expect to be a liquid liner pro if you don’t practise a bit. Start small (think classic upper-lash-line definition) and work towards creating more dramatic looks. Head to the Maybelline New York facebook page and download the cool new Master Precise app – not only does it showcase a whole range of eyeliner looks to try, but it also provides application tips, tricks and video how-tos, and gives you the chance to create your own looks to win!

And speaking of winning….download the Maybelline New York Master Precise app, recreate one of the looks showcased (or create your own) and send your pics to debbie@beautyheaven.com.au with ‘eyeliner pics’ in the subject line by 5pm Monday 19th March 2012, for your chance to win a beauty gift pack!

Do you have any tips on liquid eyeliner to share?

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Member Comments (109)

Posted by: katshepsutt (Australia)

Yay, can't wait to see what you gals come up with :-) And can't wait till my one arrives in my Beautorium haul! I push shadow onto mine before it dries ensuring it lasts all day and the shadow stays put - also hides any goofs too :-)

Posted on: March 10, 2012 (Mar 10, 2012 6:58am)

Posted by: Gofton (Member since 2007, Australia)

I love liquid liner – so classy and bold! I have many different liquid liners, recently purchasing the new Maybelline Master Precise and falling in love with its ease and finish. Another great way to learn the flick is to firstly use a black kohl pencil to line just to the end of the outer edge of the eye, then trace over that with the liquid liner When you have accomplished that then get a bit of scotch tape and line it up so that it’s in line with your temples or where you want your flick to go, press it down, of course the tape will go down on your top of your cheek also, that’s okay. Then from the edge of the tape start your flick where you want it to go and join with the line you have already created, remove tape and you have an amseome on-trend flick that is so neat. And seriously practice, practice, practice!

Posted on: March 10, 2012 (Mar 10, 2012 7:09am)

Posted by: Flaming Beauty (Australia)

I have never tried a liquid eyeliner.....always scared my a bit but this new maybelline one sounds great....might see if it is still available on the Beautorium :)

Posted on: March 10, 2012 (Mar 10, 2012 7:48am)

Posted by: Jenniqua (Australia)

I think you covered all the tips in your article Deb, the only thing I can add, if you are trying the winged look and you make a mistake, put a little concealer on the end of a brush and smooth over the area. Works a treat.

Posted on: March 10, 2012 (Mar 10, 2012 8:20am)

Posted by: Divine Diva (Australia)

I always have trouble with my application, however I really want the new maybelline Master Precise and I think this just may be on my list to buy today. As they say practice makes perfect and I will be seeing what I come up with. :)

Posted on: March 10, 2012 (Mar 10, 2012 8:55am)

Posted by: Demaay (Australia)

I'm a huge fan of liquid eyeliner, it just really defines the eye and gives a bold look. And yes, practice does make perfect in the end.

Posted on: March 10, 2012 (Mar 10, 2012 9:45am)

Posted by: Glam fairy (Australia)

I am hopeless with liquid eyeliner.... but my sister is AMAZING! she creates all different weird but wonderful designs. I had a dress up party once and I went as gothic bo-peep my sister done my make up that night, I had these cool liquid eyeliner spider web designs. they looked pretty awesome but not something i would usually wear :)

Posted on: March 10, 2012 (Mar 10, 2012 10:11am)

Posted by: Princess Perfume (Australia)

It looks really good when applied correctly - a great look for evenings out

Posted on: March 10, 2012 (Mar 10, 2012 10:17am)

Posted by: pinkheart (Australia)

This Maybelline liner is one of my faves! The tip is so fine that applying a nice cat flick is so easy!

Posted on: March 10, 2012 (Mar 10, 2012 10:25am)

Posted by: Dee255 (Member since 2008, Australia)

My tip: don't try doing it after a few 'getting ready to go out' wines...

Posted on: March 10, 2012 (Mar 10, 2012 10:43am)

Posted by: Sezaluke90 (Australia)

i was always taught that with eye liner you join your lashes then build it up from there

Posted on: March 10, 2012 (Mar 10, 2012 10:45am)

Posted by: Nickyfraser (Australia)

Will def try this trick thanks bh

Posted on: March 10, 2012 (Mar 10, 2012 10:47am)

Posted by: TheDevineOne (Australia)

Use a cotton bud dipped in a little face cream to shape the wings of winged eyeliner so that they're even on either side!

Posted on: March 10, 2012 (Mar 10, 2012 10:47am)

Posted by: SMP-kitten (Member since 2008, Australia)

My tip would be that to do a good flick (and make it even on each side) imagine theres a guidline (or draw one with white eyeliner) from the outside end of your eyebrow to the outside corner of your eye and follow that when you flick. You'll get the best shape and both sides will look the same with next to no adjusting! White eyeliner is really easy to smudge off so no worries about that.

Posted on: March 10, 2012 (Mar 10, 2012 11:02am)

Posted by: Li (Australia)

Love liquid liner, my advice would be just to practise as much as you can because once you master the technique it takes 30 seconds and can transform your makeup wonderfully.

Posted on: March 10, 2012 (Mar 10, 2012 11:33am)

Posted by: Animal Lover (Australia)

This is incredible. I am terrible with liquid liner, i cant get it right :( wish i could perform it well because it makes a huge lovely difference to the eyes.

Posted on: March 10, 2012 (Mar 10, 2012 11:42am)

Posted by: Michelle Sweetheart (United States)

Practice, practice,practice!

Posted on: March 10, 2012 (Mar 10, 2012 11:56am)

Posted by: Evanescencessy (Australia)

I'm not very good at applying eyeliner and must admit I need to practice more! I hate it when I've done my eyeshadow and then stuff it up when I apply the eyeliner! That's probably why I don't wear it often as it's just too hard and messy for me.

Posted on: March 10, 2012 (Mar 10, 2012 12:16pm)

Posted by: MoonStone (Australia)

ive got one coming from my beautorium haul and im so excited to try it. ive never tried it before

Posted on: March 10, 2012 (Mar 10, 2012 12:26pm)

Posted by: Rewalize (Australia)

I love the LOOK of liquid liner ... and am one of those that avoid it coz I don't want to have to REDO my whole eye area if I get it wrong! lol. Love the cotton wool tip!! ♥

Posted on: March 10, 2012 (Mar 10, 2012 12:29pm)

Posted by: Yummii (Australia)

I've been getting into liquid eyeliner again - makes my eyes pop. Super excited to try out the Precise liner

Posted on: March 10, 2012 (Mar 10, 2012 12:29pm)

Posted by: AmberB (Australia)

I definately need more practice at using liquid liner!

Posted on: March 10, 2012 (Mar 10, 2012 12:48pm)

Posted by: Briskerrie (Australia)

im not a big fan of liquid eyeliner but Maybelline New York Master Precise Liquid Eyeliner is really cool.

Posted on: March 10, 2012 (Mar 10, 2012 12:49pm)

Posted by: lilpreeny (Australia)

I always struggled with liquid liner, but now I use gel and I love it soooo much! So easy to use, and you can create such cute looks!