There’s no secret. You should know by now how I feel about a winged eyeliner. A clean, sharp winged eyeliner is one of the makeup wow factors that women have always loved. With the colder months slowly approaching I feel like many women start to transition into applying a bit of a bolder look. Not necessarily fully bold and smokey but a touch of jazz. This beauty trend is seen everywhere from casual outings with friends to black tie events. The application requires a sturdy hand and the proper materials. It’s a question I get asked often! Here’s how to achieve the look and three liners that are sure to please.
Knowing what you want your end result to be is the first step. How thick or thin is a major decision. It separates your everyday look from drama. I like to go for an everyday clean look most of the time. Not too dramatic, just a little pop.
1. Prime: I can’t stress how important primer is. It’s not just for the full face. My eyelids get their own primer. This keeps my wing in place the entire day with no worries. I’ve tested quite a few and can point you in the ONLY direction for eye primer. Urban Decay Eyeliner Primer Potion. I don’t know what is in the formula that makes it so good but it will always be in my stash. Getting this on the full eye is essential. A little goes a long way. This way, you can add a touch of natural eye shadow that won’t move for an added effect if you choose to.
2. Trace: Your lash line should be traced smoothly from inner to outer edge. It serves as a guide along the way. Start it off thin so that you can gauge your optimal thickness and build to the effect you want. By stretching the lid, you’re able to hold the eye taut which creates this kind of resistance that makes the product go on smoothly instead of jagged.
3. Wing: This part takes a little more attention to detail. The wing is the whole point here so you want to make sure it’s right. For the perfect wing I like to glide my liner starting from the outer corner of my eye. I treat it like an extension to my lash line. The way to get the perfect tip of your wing is to slowly lift the liner up along the way. By lifting your liner you end up with less product at the tip and a flawless look. Once you get the length you’re looking for, you can build the thickness by bringing your strokes back to the outer edge. Lighter at the tip and heavier at the corner.
4. Touch Up & Clean: Last but not least, if there are any spots that need a touch up you can dab a little liner where needed and finish off your cleaning with a wet q-tip. This really sharpens the look to perfection and keeps your wing crisp.
Now that you have the steps, which liner do you choose? That is the question. I’ve picked 3 liners that stay put all day and help keep those wings on point!
MAKEUP FOREVER AQUA LINER 13 MAT BLACK: This liner is so sweet! Goes on perfectly and lasts what feels like an eternity.
RIMMEL LONDON SCANDALIZE GEL LINER: Not to fret with a gel formula. The same technique applies. I love this product because it gives that deep dark black matte finish.
MAC COSMETICS TECHNAKOHL LINER: We’re looking at a classic here. This pencil gives off rich bold color. It’s a soft and creamy formula which is great in the Summer.
There you have it ladies. You have some homework today. Follow these steps and you’ll win. Liquid, gel or pencil which one will you choose for your wing? I say, try them all and keep those eyes interesting!
xo IKA
