By Amrit Kaur
If there’s one makeup product most women simply can’t do without, it’s an eyeliner. It can transform your look even when you’re wearing no other makeup. But acing the winged eyeliner is an art—one that not everyone is skilled at. If you spend a lot of time perfecting your winged eyeliner in front of the mirror and often get delayed because of messing it up, try out these easy tricks for better results. Whether you lack the confidence for a smooth stroke or are prone to smudges, we have rounded up the best beauty hacks to help you nail the winged eyeliner look without breaking a sweat.
1.) Use tape: Not all of us are blessed with a steady hand. If you struggle with freehand strokes, try using tape for assistance. Start by placing a piece of tape at the outer corner of your eye, slanted towards the end of your eyebrow. The tape serves as a guide to guarantee that both wings are equal and symmetrical and helps create a straight line for your winged eyeliner.
2.) Apply concealer: Made a mistake? Don’t panic—there’s no need to start over. Simply use a concealer to clean up any errors or smudges. Dip a small, flat brush into the concealer of your choice, and then trace it along the bottom of your winged eyeliner, smoothing out any jagged edges.
3.) Use a felt-tip eyeliner pen: There’s no shame in admitting that liquid eyeliners are not for you. Enter: Felt-tip eyeliners. They have a precise tip that allow for easy control and accuracy, making them ideal for winged looks.
4.) Start with small strokes: Mastering the art of a perfectly winged eyeliner is all about practice. Start by drawing small strokes along your lash line, slowly building up the thickness of the line as you move towards the outer corner of your eye. Then, create the wing by extending the line outwards, towards the end of your eyebrow. That should do the trick.
5.) Set the liner: Do you find that the eyeliner you spent all that time on in the morning begins running down your face by midday? After applying your winged eyeliner, set it with a black eyeshadow to prevent it from smudging or smearing throughout the day. Use a small angled brush to gently press the eyeshadow over the liner, ensuring that it stays in place. Voila!
