The most exquisite eye makeup is the sumptuous fabric that frames the eyes. It’s easy to accentuate your natural beauty with the appropriate products without feeling too heavy to wear all day, whether you choose to use just a flick of liner and mascara or a scattering of vibrant, saturated shades on your lids.
Here’s a guide to the best eye makeup products available:
1. Pat McGrath Labs Mothership VIII: Divine Rose II
Gold Lust 001 and Astral Pink Moon are just two of the ten highly pigmented matte and shimmer eye shadow hues available in Pat McGrath’s Mothership VIII: Divine Rose II palette. Click here for a complete list of components.
Experts say that dry skin can benefit from the hydrating chemicals dimethicone and squalane, which are present in some of the shadows in this palette. Iron oxides, which absorb blue light and are thus beneficial for people with scars and discolouration, are also present in these products.
2. Maybelline New York Master Precise Matte
Our panel of experts unanimously praised this year’s winning inky liquid liner, which has a formula that’s safe for contact lens wearers and has passed the scrutiny of dermatologists and eye doctors.
Citric acid, which is found in this liner, may cause irritation to those with particularly delicate skin or eyes.
3. LoveSeen False Lashes and The Lash Tool
These fake eyelashes look so real, no one will know you aren’t wearing your own. Our panel of judges tried out a pair of products co-created by fashion star and expert Jenna Lyons. Lashes and an angled applicator designed to contour to the eyelid for a more accurate application are included. You may get lashes in a wide variety of lengths, thicknesses, and colors for a natural look that’s been amped up a few notches.
4. Blk/Opl ColorSplurge Eye Definer
This water- and smudge-proof solution lasts all day and features a sharpenable tip, making it ideal for precise application.
Bonus points: aloe vera and chamomile extracts are included in this eye liner to help calm sensitive skin. Iron oxides, which absorb some of the blue light that causes skin damage, are also included. This is a helpful element for people with scars and discolouration.
5. BareMinerals Strength & Length Serum-Infused Brow Gel
This brow gel is made from plant-based ingredients, has been approved by an ophthalmologist, and features a buildable, transfer-proof solution that thickens brows over time.
Bonus points since iron oxides, a component in this brow gel, are suggested by dermatologists for reducing the appearance of scars and discolouration. In addition, it contains glycerin, a hydrating substance recommended by experts for use with all skin types.
6. Winky Lux Uni-Brow Precision
This pencil makes it easy to create the appearance of natural hair strokes in the brow area thanks to its angled tip and “universal” hue, which complements a wide range of hair tones.
Iron oxides, an element in the pencil’s formula, are advised by specialists for persons with scars and discolouration, so that’s a plus.
7. Tweezerman Dual Ended Angled Brow Brush
This eyebrow brush has an angled, firm tip that works well with pomades and shadows, and a tapered spoolie end that, when used alone, gives a soft, natural look.
8. Covergirl Exhibitionist Lid Paint
This highly pigmented liquid eyeshadow from Covergirl may be applied with or without a makeup brush. Our guinea pigs agree that the eight natural colours available in the squeeze tubes are a great selection and a pleasure to work with.
Experts say this shadow is great for persons with sensitive skin around the eyes because of its lightweight texture.
9. L’Oréal Paris Age Perfect Lash Magnifying Waterproof Mascara
Even if you have sensitive eyes, you won’t have any trouble removing this hypoallergenic waterproof mascara because of the jojoba oil used to condition and thicken lashes from base to tips.
As an added bonus, dermatologists advise looking for moisturizing formulae like this one if you have sensitive or aging eyes. Since jojoba oil is a part of this mascara’s composition, it’s also a good choice for those with combination skin.
For those with oily or acne-prone skin, be aware that coconut oil, which is found in this product, might be occlusive (or pore clogging).
10. Covergirl Lash Blast Clean Volume Mascara
This mascara adds volume and length to your lashes while moisturizing and defining them with ingredients including argan oil, which is recommended by dermatologists for dry skin.
Experts say that this mascara is great for dry, sensitive eye skin because it contains argan oil. In addition, it contains glycerin, a hydrating component that physicians recommend for people with all skin types.
11. MAC Magic Extension 5MM Fibre Mascara
Get rid of your old, dry, old mascaras and replace them with MAC’s brand new revolutionary mascara. You’ll get the length, volume, and thickness of falsies with just a couple swipes.
As an added bonus, this mascara has been formulated with a derivative of olive oil to hydrate the lashes and prevent the dry, crunchy flakes that often result from using mascara.
12. Best Lifting Mascara: Maybelline New York The Falsies Lash Lift Ultra Black Intensifier Mascara
The broad, fluffy lash brush of this lengthening mascara was highly praised by our panel of testers. Also, the recipe has been approved by eye doctors, so it’s safe for even the most delicate eye tissue.
Bonus points because physicians say oily and acne-prone skin types can benefit from the inclusion of jojoba oil in the composition of this mascara.
How to Choose the Right Eye Makeup
Usually Hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and squalane are some of the hydrating elements that specialists recommend for dry, sensitive, and older skin, while jojoba oil is recommended to people with sensitive or oily skin. Some people, especially those with rosacea, psoriasis, or eczema, have extremely delicate skin around their eyelids and in the area around their mouth. If your skin is sensitive, you should avoid using any products containing essential oils, since they may cause a flare-up. Dermatologists recommend using an SPF 30 sunscreen to protect skin from harmful UVA and UVB radiation before wearing any face makeup.
Essentially, it’s important to do some research on the ingredients in products to understand what should be avoided or taken into account in order to select the most effective eye makeup for each skin type.