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How to Apply Liquid Eyeliner Like a Pro

Top makeup artists reveal their tricks of the trade for achieving the perfect wing

by Amanda Montell  |  COMMENT

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Liquid Eyeliner Tip No. 5: Don't Tug. Ever. Apply Like This Instead
Liquid Eyeliner Tip No. 5: Don't Tug. Ever. Apply Like This Instead Beginners learning how to apply liquid eyeliner are almost always guilty of pulling and tugging the eye during application. According to our experts, this is one of the messiest mistakes you can make. "When you pull then release, your eye bounces back and so does your eyeliner," Stewart explains. "This can create bumpiness, texture and the dreaded check mark hanging off the eye."

Instead, you want to let your brush or applicator do the work for you, says Blair. With eyes open and relaxed, anchor your elbow against the mirror in front of you and pivot with your elbow, not your hand, to draw your line in one smooth motion.

"If you're using a gel or cream eyeliner with more viscosity, press your applicator in individual motions down the eyelid," Blair advises. Think of it as baby steps toward a perfect, even line.

SEE NEXT PAGE: Liquid Eyeliner Tip No. 6: Choose the Right Finish
 

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