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1. Vogue Effects Eyeliner Stamps streamline your routine to literally a mere moment by simply stamping on pro-level cat eye wings. Will you get all the credit? Obviously.
2. Revlon ColorStay Skinny Liquid Eyeliner prefers the minimalist approach — at least when it comes to its fine, fine tip. Its super skinny applicator allows total control and a neat finish, while its long-lasting color formula will stay in place all darn day. No smears, fears, or tears here.
3. Maybelline Curvitude Liner keeps your hand and your morning *on track*. Its angled tip hugs the curve of your eye to stay precisely on the lash line, while its ultra-fine tip makes even perfectionists swoon.
4. Sephora Collection Colorful Shadow and Liner makes creating a dramatic cat-eye totally foolproof thanks to its creamy, blendable formula that creates bold, thick lines. Plus, it comes in a whopping 30 shades so you can get creative!
5. NYX Epic Ink Liner checks off all the boxes needed to win the champion drugstore title: it's super-pigmented (this ink is blacker than black), has a smooth formula for easy application, and boasts a tip so fine, you can play with graphic line designs.
6. Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil encourages even makeup novices to get a little playful with their ~look~. Its velvety-soft formula makes it incredibly easy (and satisfying!) to apply and blend — all before drying in just 30 seconds!
7. Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner wins over just about everyone thanks to its versatility and long-lasting formula. Its marker-like tip and smooth formula are specifically designed to suit beginners and pros alike and create anything from thin, precise cat-eyes to thick, dramatic looks.
8. Eyeko Fat Liquid Eyeliner solves shaky hand worries with its extra-thick tip that creates big, bold lines. Plus, its easy-to-handle chunky shape makes steady application actually doable.
9. Tarte Easy On The Eyes Clay Liner g l i d e s over your lids for an experience that's nothing short of incredibly satisfying. Its creamy (and super vibrant) clay formula not only lets you swipe and go, but lasts for 16 hours so you can show off your new "skills".
10. Nykkola Makeup Leopard Shell Liquid Eyeliner has already earned a cult following for its unbeatable quality for being a whopping $3. It's precise, long-lasting, super opaque, and makes sharp cat-eyes actually easy for us rookies. My mascara is definitely running, because I am CRYING rn.
11. Neutrogena Nourishing Eyeliner Pencil *doubles* your confidence when it comes to achieving pro-like looks, courtesy of its duo-ended design. Its built-in eyeliner sharpener ensures precise application, while its contoured smudger allows you to soften and blend. Talk about a dream team.
12. Kat Von D Tattoo Liner fights sweat, water, or really any natural element so it can look freshly applied all 👏 darn 👏 day. AND its superfine and flexible brush makes sure your application is easily ~on point~. Basically, this cult-favorite is here for you through thick and thin (and everything in-between).
13. Lorac Front of the Line PRO Liquid Eyeliner ~hands~ over total control so you can easily guide its tip over your lash line. Its flexible tip is designed to glide smoothly and deliver a bold, precise finish. And! It's water-resistant in case you cry tears of joy.
14. Docolor Super Slim Liquid Eyeliner gives you pro-like effects on a drugstore budget thanks to its super-fine brush that effortlessly creates clean lines. Tl;dr: if you're a perfectionist on a budget, this is for you.
15. Clio Sharp So Simple Waterproof Pencil Liner fills in lashes so easily, you'll wonder why you were ever nervous (just repress any prior failed attempts). Its 2mm tip ensures you draw thin, precise lines before you even have time to mess up. AND it's smudge-proof so your not-so-hard work will last all day.
16. Maybelline Eyestudio Master Precise Liquid Eyeliner takes beginners by the ~hand~ and makes drawing sharp, beautiful lines actually manageable, all thanks to its ultra-thin and precise point (we're talking 0.4 millimeters). Good riddance, 15-minute YouTube tutorials.
17. Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner paints you a picture of how easy it is to draw a sharp wing with nothing more than its whipped, creamy formula and angled brush. Did I mention it lasts for 12 hours and is ~humidity-resistant~? Color me impressed.
18. Soap and Glory Supercat Rollerdisc Precision Eyeliner spins its long-lasting formula in one smooth application — literally. Its roller applicator glides effortlessly while delivering a pigmented finish so achieving an even look doesn't require a ~wing and a prayer~.
19. Koji Dolly Wink Liquid Eyeliner sets designer brands on a run for their money, courtesy of its comparable deep-black formula that creates bold, thick lines AND its ability to make application totally pain-free. Quick-dry formula and super sharp tip? Take. My. Money.
20. Milani Eye Tech Perfection Liquid Eyeliner enlists the help of an ergonomic curved handle and fine felt-tip point to show you how easy it can be to make bold wings when the tool is already pointed in the right direction. Gone are the days of spending 30 minutes of mirror pep talks.
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