Black Pencil Eyeliner

A black eyeliner is a very powerful tool. Without any other make-up materials, you can instantly add life to your eyes.

This is a very good make-up item to make your eyes "pop"(not literally). It can emphasize the shape of your eye and make a dramatic look. Even without the gray hues of eyeshadow often used, one can create a smoky eye effect. How does it work? It's all in the art of smudging.

I think a pencil eyeliner is a lot better than the liquid alternative. There is more control in drawing and in the depth of the color using a pencil. With liquid, it's more like painting. Another advantage of having a black eyeliner is that you can smudge it to make a dramatic effect. With almost any shade of eyeshadow, it is possible to create such effect; and even without any eyeshadow, amazingly it is still possible.

This is a very important basic make up tool. It doesn't take much effort to line one's eyelids, but it is important to have enough control. Remember also to choose an eyeliner that glides smoothly; there are certain eyeliners that actually draw like a real pencil. Keep in mind: make-up should make a good investment, and a black eyeliner is a must.