The most evergreen beauty snag in vanities across, is inarguably eyeliner. And rightly so! This formulation wields the immense power to transform a look, from nay to yay in a split second. No matter the rendition you are opting for, a barely-there look with a soft touch on the waterline or sharp, neat lines in fishtail liner—it is bound to enhance your gaze by X100! All you need is a trained movement of the hand to add incredible depth and dimension with a smidge of drama to your beautiful eyes.
Now, there is no scarcity of eyeliner formulations in the market, however, you must weigh your options before committing to that one product. We propose testing the offering against a gamut of parameters— such as staying power, finish, format, pigmentation and most importantly, water resistance. Your eyeliner shouldn’t smear with sweat or water to create deep, darkened hollows (often creating the illusion of under-eye bags). To help you circumvent this problem, we are bringing you a list of the ten best eyeliners on Nykaa. But before we jump to this cheatsheet, let's pause for a brief section on different types of eyeliners.
Which Type Of Eyeliner Should You Opt For?
The eyeliner has come a long way vis-a-vis the evolution and is now available in different formats. If you are a pro at sketching sharp lines, then go for the classic liquid eyeliner. The intense pigmentation and staying power of this concoction remain uncontested. However, for people who lack confidence using a liquid variety but fancy a similar colour saturation– the pen variety is a fitting choice. This offering bestows you with the precision of a twist-up but the intensity of a liquid eyeliner! Win-Win! For beauty novices or beginners, we would recommend going for a pencil eyeliner. This format helps you crack different eye looks in the same capacity (as a pen liner) till you are confident enough to graduate to the liquid variety. Alternatively, gel formulations are known for their versatility, used by pros for creating an array of looks.
10 Best Water-Proof Eyeliners That Are Selling Off Like Hot Cakes On Nykaa
The impending rain showers have triggered a warranted surge in the sale of water-proof eyeliners on Nykaa. Trust us when we say that the transactions are through the roof. However, you needn’t fret, as we are bringing forth the most in-demand water-proof eyeliner courtesy of our data team. Make sure to grab these leaderboard items before they vanish in thin air!
1. Faces Canada Magneteyes Eyeliner - Dramatic Black Finish
Price: INR 270
Format: Liquid Liner
Rating: 4.4
The featherlight formulation by Faces Canada glides like a dream, giving you an intense colour-pay-off. What we love the most about this offering from the coveted brand, is how fast it dries on application —reducing the fear of smearing right away. The eyeliner also boasts an incredible staying power, refusing to budge come rain or shine.
2. Mamaearth Soothing Waterproof Eyeliner
Price: INR 399
Format: Liquid Liner
Rating: 4.4
Whether you want to crack a bold wing or a feline flick— the wand of the soothing liner from Mamaearth equips you with a formidable grip. The formulation lasts up to 10 hours and dries within seconds on application. The black concoction which never congeals in thick, gooey masses round the wand, has been formulated with a nourishing almond and castor oil.
3. Sugar Arrested For Overstay Waterproof eyeliner
Price: INR 899
Format: Pen Liner
Rating: 4.2
Arrested for overstay? Do tell. With this nifty, li’l eyeliner pen, you call the shots! One of the best-selling offerings from Sugar— has been designed with a precision tip which allows you to crack fine lines with grace and flair! Despite being contained in a pen, the beautiful formulation is opaque and doesn’t move due to water or sweat!
4. Maybelline New York Lasting Drama Gel Eyeliner
Price: INR 579
Format: Get Eyeliner Contained In a Case + An Expert Liner Brush
Rating: 4.4
If you want to crack the code for a soft, smoked-out look— might we recommend getting your hands on the Lasting Drama Gel Eyeliner By Maybelline New York? This gel formulation guarantees a wash of deep, mineral black that possesses incomparable staying power! Furthermore, the blend features a harmony of satiating aloe vera, Vitamin C and E– which leaves a soothing impact and doesn’t harm your gaze. Even on prolonged wear.
5. Nykaa Black Magic Liquid Eyeliner
Price: INR 325
Format: Liquid Liner
Rating: 4.3
The jet black pigment of The Nykaa Black Magic Liner will ascertain many-a bold and brilliant eye looks for you. The unique wand structure which grants you an infallible grip is sure to shoo away any clouds of self-doubts – allowing you to sketch out the perfect cat eye with ease. Moreover, the velvety smooth colour glides without any resistance and doesn’t move.
6. M.A.C In Extreme Dimension 24Hr Kajal Eye Liner
Price: INR 750
Format: Twist Up Pencil
Rating: 4.4
No more meltdowns, only gorgeous eye looks galore! The MAC IN Extreme Dimension Eyeliner opens many doors for experimentation while granting you the precision of a pencil. So allow the artist within to the surface, ditch the premeditated thoughts and draw with a single stroke, to your heart’s content. The 24 HR long-staying formula beautifully infuses into the skin, giving you a jaw-dropping finish. Moreover, the kajal pigment is brimming with gel ingredients like Jojoba oil and sunflower oil to cut down drag during application and ensure eye safety.
7. Estee Lauder Double Wear 24H waterproof Gel Eye Pencil
Price: INR 2500
Format: Twist Up Pencil
Rating: 5
The 24-Hr Eye Pencil By Estee Lauder is a must-have for a pop of colour on your lids. The product is available in 5, universally flattering shades and sits within seconds. Moreover, on the far end of the pencil is a smudger to allow you to soften or smoke the strobes drawn with the nip. This lightweight formula glides effortlessly without any tugging or dragging and should be a must-add for this season.
8. Charlotte Tilbury Eye Colour Magic Liner Duo
Price: INR 2900
Format: Dual Pencil
Rating: 4.2
The Eye Colour Magic Liner Duo by Charlotte Tilbury is what dreams are made of. A single twist-up pencil boasts of a duo of complementary metallic and matte shades to make your eyes look brighter, sharper and mesmerizing! The product has been dubbed as a beauty eye illuminator— with the matte texture adding definition and the metallic, amplifying the shade contrast. This silky smooth formula applies smoothly sans any hiccups and stays put for a prolonged period. Furthermore, a whopping 90% corroborated the claim on the package that this offering emphasizes the eyes. Available in 4 renditions, the product is worth every dime.
9. Bobbi Brown Long Wear Gel Eyeliner
Price: INR 1900
Format: Gel Eyeliner Contained In A Case
Rating: 4.2
The versatility of gel eyeliner formulation has made it a staple in the vanities of pros and MUAs for aeons. This variant especially comes in handy for crafting, impeccable (soft) smoked-out eye looks —associated with runway models and celebrities gracing the crimson carpet. So, if you want to mimic the look of your fave icon, get your hands on the Bobbi Brown Gel Eyeliner. Water-proof, sweat-proof and highly-pigmented, the formulation doesn’t budge for a solid 8 hr long period. So what are you waiting for? Grab this award-winning offering in 12 gorg shades.
10. NYX Professional Makeup Epic Smoke Angled Liner And Blender
Price: INR 849
Format: Angled Liner
Rating: 4.1
Available in 5 vibrant colours, the NYX Professional Makeup Epic Smoke Liner gives you the best of both worlds. So now you get to draw precise lines with the diffused smokey shades via an angular tip and lift with the no tug end. Create snatched, runway-ready looks with these vegan formulations!
