I can still remember the first time I ever applied liquid
eyeliner. I had finally convinced my mom to let me experiment
with the stuff, and I was so pumped about it I didn’t even care
that it looked like I’d applied it during an earthquake. Now, years
later, and after lots of trial and error, it’s become my holy
grail, everyday makeup staple. (I
can basically draw a cat eye in my sleep at this point.)

Many years of experience have taught me that you don’t have to
shell out a lot of money to snag yourself a bomb liquid eyeliner
option. There are excellent formulas and some innovative technology
ready and waiting for you at your local drugstore.
Having a plethora of budget-friendly finds is nice but also
makes it that much more tedious to locate the gems. Lucky for you,
I’ve been doing just that for the last decade or so.

Here, you’ll find 12 drugstore liquid eyeliners that won’t
budge, are easy to apply, and dispense highly pigmented ink evenly.
And because they’re affordable, you don’t have to feel guilty about
adding one, or all, of them to your shopping cart.

This
is one of the first liquid eyeliner formulas I ever tried, and it
is truly one of the best. The slightly bendable tip makes it super
easy to use. One swipe and you’ve got a perfectly lined eye.
Another thing to note is that even on days when my eye area is
oily, I never notice any smudging. This stuff really stays put.

If
you like a thicker, stiffer brush applicator, then this is a great
option. This Almay formula dries down to a super-matte,
charcoal-like black that adds a little edge to any makeup look. I
like to layer two coats to make sure I get an even line.

This
eyeliner pen is what I reach for when I need a fast, foolproof,
sharp-looking cat eye. The formula dries down to a smooth shine
that looks fierce and dramatic.

If
you’re as much of a cat-eye perfectionist as I am, you’ll love this
option from L’Oréal. It comes with an angled stencil that helps
you create a precise wing every single time. Liquid-eyeliner
enthusiasts know what a game changer that is!

This
Covergirl option is better for more experienced liquid-eyeliner
users. The ultra-thin, flexible brush offers tons of versatility in
terms of application but can be a little unforgiving of shaky
hands. The payoff is a razor-sharp, intense black line that’ll stay
in place until you wash off your makeup.

I’m
not exaggerating when I say that this magic marker of an eyeliner
is a dream come true for lazy girls who still want their cat eye to
pop. The thick felt tip makes it basically impossible to mess up a
freehand bold line.

I’ll
admit that stamp liner is pretty gimmicky, but it gets the job
done. If you’re a perfectionist about your wings, this option will
give you the most satisfying, uniform look imaginable. It takes
some practice to get the placement on your unique face just right,
but after that, it’s a breeze.

Ths
angled design is helpful if, like me, you’ve been conditioned to
pull your delicate eyelids taut while applying eyeliner. This one
by Maybelline makes it so much easier not to do that, because not
only is the pen itself slanted, but the flex tip is also curved so
it can reach your lid and get the lash line at the same time.

This
liner ticks all the boxes: It’s aggressively black, the thin tip
makes for precise application, it’s super opaque, and it’s
waterproof. Seriously, if you cry while wearing this (although I
hope you’re all smiles most of the time!), it won’t budge. 

I
don’t know if I’ve been influenced by Euphoria or what, but I’ve
been very into bold, colorful eyeliner lately. This one by Nyx is
highly pigmented, and the precision felt tip is perfect for a
dramatic line. 

This
formula doesn’t have the staying power of some other options on
this list, but it can definitely last through a chill day in the
office. It’s also packed with peptides to promote lash growth,
which is a plus. I didn’t use this one long enough to test that
theory, but I love the idea of longer lashes with zero effort.

I’d
try just about any liquid eyeliner that only cost a few cents per
wear, so I was pleasantly surprised to find that this one actually
works well. It’s waterproof, can stand up against slippery eye
makeup, and it comes in a few different colors. It’s an all-around
win.  Up next: 8 Fall Lip Colors Every Fashion Girl Is Wearing
Right Now

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