How wearable is extreme eyeliner? From runway to real life

Line up, line up and get ready to rock the latest beauty trend

Two women wearing extreme eyeliner

by Eleanor Stennett |
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This year, when it comes to applying your eyeliner the bigger and bolder the better. Graphic designs have been spotted on the lids of the A/W19 catwalk models, as well as some of our favourite celebs, including singer Selena Gomez.

But just how wearable are extreme eyeliner looks? With everything from kohl pencils to ultra-dark liquid liners available, we put the artistic trend to the test to see if we can get on the right lines with our eyes this season…

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Our favourite extreme eyeliner products

L'Oru00e9al Paris Volume Million Lashes Mascara £6.621 of 6

L'Oréal Paris Volume Million Lashes Mascara £6.68

NYX Pro Angled Eyeliner Brush £13.392 of 6

NYX Pro Angled Eyeliner Brush £15.96

Morphe Liquid Liner3 of 6

Morphe Liquid Liner £12

Isadora Precise Roll-on Eyeliner4 of 6

Isadora Precise Roll-on Eyeliner £10.35

benefit Stay Don't Stray Primer £23.335 of 6

benefit Stay Don't Stray Primer £27.58

e.l.f. Cosmetics Cream Eyeliner £7.996 of 6

e.l.f. Cosmetics Cream Eyeliner £7.99

Acting Style Editor Charlie says: “I love this look but I found it really difficult to apply as it took ages to get it neat and even on both sides. A quick-drying one is essential to avoid smudges. I guess practice makes perfect, so I will have to keep trying at this one until I can nail that precise flick!"

Style Writer Eleanor says: “I’m a big fan of a cat-eye, but I hate how messy they can be to achieve. When it came to re-creating this look I used a felt pen style applicator, which made things a lot easier. It may take a few practice attempts, but I’d definitely wear this sassy style again.

How To Make It Work…

To achieve the perfect length wing for your eye shape, make sure the point of the flick lines up with the end of your eyebrow.

If you’re using a crayon style pencil, sharpen it before application. Not only will it make it easier to use, but this will also give you a more defined finish too.

Applying a creamy primer post-liner will prevent the product from smudging or rubbing on to your eyelids, creating a more clean-cut line.

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