4 Different Eyeliner Styles To Try At Least Once

Eyeliner can define the lash line, accentuate the eyes, or create a dramatic, elongated effect, depending on the technique you choose. From classic winged eyeliner to reversed wings, tightlining, and fox-eye eyeliner, these four styles offer different ways to customize your eye makeup. Learn how to create each look and choose a technique that suits your eye shape and prefers finish.

 

 

What Are The Four Eyeliner Styles You Should Try?

Each eyeliner style creates a different effect, from understated definition to a bold, elongated finish. Understanding these differences can help you choose a look for everyday makeup, festive occasions or evening events.

 

 

Wondering how to choose the eyeliner for your eye look? The best option depends on your technique, experience and desired finish. Understanding the different types of eyeliner can help you select a formula that suits your application needs.

How Do You Create A Classic Winged Eyeliner Look?

Classic winged eyeliner features a line along the upper lash line that extends into a flick at the outer corner. You can keep the wing thin for a subtle finish or build up its thickness for a more dramatic effect.

 

Follow these steps to create the look:

 

• Take a liquid or pen-based high-impact eyeliner and move the brush along the lash line.
• Extend the lower lash line with the help of an object and decide the point where you want to end the wing. That point will be the tip of your winged eyeliner; mark another point at the midway.
• Join the tip and midpoint with the lash line. 
• Fill in the wing to get a sharp winged eyeliner. You can also draw the line thicker to make the winged eyeliner look more dramatic. 

How Do You Create Reversed Winged Eyeliner?

Reversed winged eyeliner draws attention to the lower lash line instead of relying on the traditional upper-lid flick. The result can range from a softly smudged outline to a sharper, more graphic look.

 

Here’s how to apply it:

 

• Start with a clean lower lash line.
• Using a gel eyeliner, draw a thin line along the outer half of the lower lash line.
• Extend the line slightly beyond the outer corner, angling it towards the temple.
• Connect the extended line to the outer corner if you want a more defined wing.
• Keep the upper lash line minimal or add a fine line for a more balanced look.

How Do You Create a Natural Look With Tightlining?

Tightlining involves applying eyeliner along the upper waterline, close to the roots of the lashes. Rather than creating a visible wing, this technique adds definition at the lash line and can make the lashes appear fuller.

 

To tightline your eyes:

 

• Curl your lashes first.
• Line your upper lash line using liquid eyeliner without extending it outwards. Keep the eyeliner close to the eyelashes’ roots.
• You can choose to line your lower lash line too. 
• If you want to add a little more volume to this eye look, you can add some kajal and mascara to your lashes. This will help open up your eyes and amp up your eye makeup. 

How Do You Create Fox-Eye Eyeliner?

Fox-eye makeup uses elongated lines and an upward-directed outer corner to create a lifted, extended appearance. Depending on your preference, you can keep the line fine and subtle or pair it with more defined eye makeup.

 

To create the look:

 

• Use a felt tip liner and drag it from your inner corner to your outer corner. 
• Keep the eyeliner stroke extremely thin.
• Maintain the same thickness throughout. 
• Coat your eyelashes with mascara and complete this simple eyeliner style like a pro. 

How Do You Choose An Eyeliner Style For Your Eye Shape?

Your eye shape, eyelid space and preferred makeup effect can influence how an eyeliner style looks. Instead of following a single rule, adjust the line’s placement, thickness and angle to suit your features.

 

• Hooded Eyes: Keep the visible part of the wing clean and consider drawing the flick with your eyes open so you can assess its placement.
• Monolids: Experiment with a thin line close to the upper lash roots, building thickness gradually if you want a more visible effect.
• Round Eyes: Extend the liner horizontally or slightly upwards at the outer corner to create a more elongated appearance.
• Almond-shaped Eyes: Try a classic wing or fox-eye style, adjusting the flick to your preferred level of definition.
• Downturned eyes: Angle the outer flick slightly upwards to create a lifted effect.

 

These are starting points rather than strict rules. You can adapt the technique to your preferred look with this approach to applying eyeliner for different eye shapes.

 

The right eyeliner style can define your eyes, enhance their natural shape, and add character to your makeup. Whether you prefer a subtle line for everyday wear or a more dramatic finish for special occasions, focus on the technique, formula, and placement that work for you. With a little practice, you can refine your application and find an eyeliner look that feels comfortable, flattering, and uniquely yours.

 

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