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Best Eyeliner of 2026

We test and rank the best eyeliner using real-world data, expert analysis, and verified user feedback.

Expert reviewed Data-driven scoring Verified reviews 25 products tested Category scored

Showing 10-18 of 25 rankings

Top Eyeliner at a glance

Product Overall score Category Best for Review
Rimmel Scandaleyes Waterproof Gel Pencil Eyeliner Review 77 Eyeliner Rimmel London Scandaleyes Waterproof Gel Pencil Eyeliner is a budget-friendly eye makeup pencil designed for bold black definition and easy glide application. It stands out for strong pigment, creamy texture and generally good wear, though recurring sharpening complaints are a clear limitation. Open
stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner Review 86 Eyeliner stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner is a liquid eyeliner pen designed for precise definition, from thin lines to more dramatic wings. It stands out for strong pigmentation, smooth application and beginner-friendly control. Its main limitation is consistency, as some reviews report smudging, fading or the pen drying out faster than expected. Open
e.l.f. No Budge Retractable Eyeliner Review 83 Eyeliner e.l.f. No Budge Retractable Eyeliner is a budget-friendly waterproof pencil eyeliner designed for bold, defined eye looks on the lash line, waterline, or lid. It stands out for pigmentation, easy application, and strong value, though durability of the retractable tip and consistency of smudge resistance appear less dependable. Open
iMethod Eyeliner Stamp Review: Winged Liquid Eyeliner 82 Eyeliner The iMethod Eyeliner Stamp is a makeup product designed to simplify winged eyeliner with a dual-ended stamp and liner format. It stands out for ease of use, symmetry support, and strong value, though wear consistency and waterproof performance appear mixed across reviews. Open
Maybelline Master Precise Liquid Eyeliner Review 80 Eyeliner Maybelline Eyestudio Master Precise is a pen-style liquid eyeliner designed for defined eye looks, from thin lines to cat-eye wings. It stands out for precise application, strong value, and broad customer approval. Its main limitation is that waterproof and smudge resistance performance appears inconsistent for some users, especially on oily lids. Open

How we rank

We score each product across visible results, compatibility, ingredient quality, usability, packaging, brand trust, and value, then compare results within the category.

Beauty results25%
Skin, hair & shade fit20%
Ingredients & safety20%
Application & wear20%
Value15%
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