{"id":695912,"date":"2025-11-15T03:21:30","date_gmt":"2025-11-15T00:21:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=695912"},"modified":"2025-11-15T03:21:30","modified_gmt":"2025-11-15T00:21:30","slug":"your-best-cat-eye-yet-these-gel-eyeliners-stay-put-all-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=695912","title":{"rendered":"Your Best Cat-Eye Yet\u2014These Gel Eyeliners Stay Put All Day"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Your Best Cat-Eye Yet\u2014These Gel Eyeliners Stay Put All Day<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n
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The best gel eyeliners are far from a thing of the past. 2010s makeup enthusiasts surely recall the necessity of a gel pot to create that bold, winged liner we managed to sport whether we were doing full glam or simply running errands. As our makeup trends change (the aforementioned maximalist era has made way for minimalist no-makeup makeup), so has the gel liner itself\u2014evolving from the humble pot into super skinny retractible pencils or sharpen-able sticks better suited for subtle flicks and paper-thin wings. (Though you can still find a pot, and proceed with caution when applying).<\/p>\n

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Vogue<\/em>\u2019s Favorite Gel Eyeliners<\/h2>\n
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Best All-Around<\/span><\/p>\n
Chanel Stylo Yeux Waterproof Long-Lasting Eyeliner<\/div>\n

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Maybelline Tattoo Studio Automatic Gel Pencil<\/div>\n

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Hourglass 1.5MM Mechanical Gel Eye Liner<\/div>\n

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Gel eyeliners are now more versatile than ever before. In fact, pro makeup artist Kasey Spicakard uses them almost exclusively on his celebrity clientele. \u201cI love a\u00a0gel\u00a0eyeliner because\u00a0they give you a level of both control and precision that you don\u2019t get from liquid liners or traditional eyeliner pencils,\u201d he says.\u00a0\u201cGel\u00a0liners don\u2019t dry down as quickly\u00a0as liquid\u00a0liner\u00a0so you have a little bit more play time once you apply to finesse the shape of your application\u00a0just right.\u201d Below, a look at best gel eyeliners of 2025, according to pro makeup artists and editors alike. Once these formulas dry down, they won\u2019t budge.<\/p>\n

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  • Benefits of Gel Eyeliner<\/li>\n
  • Different Types of Gel Eyeliner<\/li>\n
  • How To Apply Gel Eyeliner<\/li>\n
  • How We Tested<\/li>\n
  • Meet the Experts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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    Best Overall<\/strong>: Chanel Stylo Yeux Waterproof Long-Lasting Eyeliner<\/h2>\n
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    Stylo Yeux Waterproof Long-Lasting Eyeliner<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    • Why We Love It<\/strong>: Chanel\u2019s waterproof eyeliner is a timeless essential that deserves a spot in every makeup bag\u2014whether you\u2019re just starting out or have mastered the art. Its slim, retractable tip allows for seamless precision, and even if your hand isn\u2019t perfectly steady, the smudge-resistant formula keeps your lines crisp and polished. Offered in 16 shades and a range of finishes, this long-wear liner is as adaptable as it is sophisticated. Makeup artist Raquel \u00c1lvarez previously shared that the matte brown tones are her go-to for mature skin, noting they \u201ctranslate into a fresher, more natural beauty look.\u201d And because it\u2019s waterproof, you can count on it to hold up through humidity, long days, or even a few happy tears\u2014without a trace of smudge or fade.<\/li>\n
    • Key Ingredients<\/strong>: Dimethicone, synthetic wax, trimethylsiloxysilicate<\/li>\n
    • Shades<\/strong>: 17<\/li>\n
    • Waterproof:<\/strong> Yes<\/li>\n
    • Type:<\/strong> Gel pencil<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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      Long-wearing, waterproof formula<\/td>\nSome find the soft tip formula breaks easily upon application<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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      Best Drugstore<\/strong>: Maybelline Tattoo Studio Automatic Gel Pencil<\/h2>\n
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      Maybelline<\/p>\n

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      Tattoo Studio Automatic Gel Pencil<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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      • Why We Love It:<\/strong> \u201cFor a more budget friendly option, the\u00a0Maybelline Tattoo Studio\u00a0Gel\u00a0liner\u00a0has a very impressive long-wear, and a rich pigment,\u201d says Spickard. This drugstore favorite delivers a seamlessly smooth glide, courtesy of its gel-infused composition, making it easy to create anything from sharp, defined lines to a soft, smoky finish. Beyond its effortless application, the pencil promises up to 36 hours of wear\u2014ensuring your eye look stays intact from early mornings to late nights without fading.<\/li>\n
      • Key Ingredients:<\/strong> Dimethicone, microcrystalline wax<\/li>\n
      • Shades:<\/strong> 16<\/li>\n
      • Waterproof:<\/strong> Yes<\/li>\n
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        Best for Bold Pigment:<\/strong> Pat McGrath Labs PermaGel Ultra Glide Eye Pencil<\/h2>\n
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        PermaGel Ultra Glide Eye Pencil<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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        • Why We Love It:<\/strong> There\u2019s nothing subtle about this eyeliner\u2014no matter which shade you pick, the color payoff pops.
          \u201cIf you love rich, bold eyeliner that will not budge, this is the eyeliner for you,\u201d pro makeup artist Brielle Pollara tells Vogue<\/em>. \u201cThe formula glides on like a dream, with no tugging while applying. It is perfect for long nights out or humid weather because it is completely smudge-proof.\u201d Fellow pro Nick Lennon agrees, who calls it his absolute favorite gel pencil. \u201cIt blends beautifully as a base for a smoky eye or standalone as a graphic liner look\u2014PermaGel is a makeup kit staple for me, and the most stunning black liner I\u2019ve ever used,\u201d he says.<\/li>\n
        • Editor\u2019s Experience:<\/strong> \u201cFor the blackest of black eyeliners, Pat McGrath\u2019s formula delivers. Gabriette calls it the longest-lasting waterline liner she\u2019s ever used, though I find it fades a bit on me\u2014but keep in mind I\u2019m super oily around my T-zone and lids so I may be a unique case. Anyhow, the pigment of this is so worth it.\u201d\u2014Concetta Ciarlo, beauty shopping writer<\/em><\/li>\n
        • Key Ingredients:<\/strong> Mica, isododecane, synthetic wax, carnauba wax<\/li>\n
        • Shades:<\/strong> 2<\/li>\n
        • Type:<\/strong> Gel pencil<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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          Best Clean Pot:<\/strong> Jones Road Gel Liner<\/h2>\n
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          • Why We Love It:<\/strong> Bobbi Brown designed this formula to be both long-lasting and richly pigmented, ensuring it glides on smoothly while staying put throughout the day. \u201cThis liner is all about ease,\u201d says Pollara. “It\u2019s creamy enough to blend if you want a softer, smudged out look, but still long-wearing once it sets. I like using it for clients who prefer that no-makeup-makeup look.\u201d She adds that the clean ingredients make it an excellent choice for sensitive eyes; and, while it\u2019s not quite a waterproof gel eyeliner, it is extremely water-resistant.<\/li>\n
          • Key Ingredients:<\/strong> Isododecane, tribehenin, silica<\/li>\n
          • Shades:<\/strong> 4<\/li>\n
          • Waterproof:<\/strong> Water-resistant<\/li>\n
          • Type:<\/strong> Gel pot<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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            Best Fine Tip<\/strong>: Hourglass 1.5MM Mechanical Gel Eye Liner<\/h2>\n
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            • Why We Love It<\/strong>: Pro makeup artist Lauren D\u2019Amelio Ventre considers Hourglass\u2019s fine tip gel pencil to be her all time favorite. \u201cI\u2019ve trusted it for years on brides, red carpets, and in my masterclasses. The ultra-fine tip offers the intensity of a gel with the control of a pencil, making it perfect for invisible tight-lining or delicate definition,\u201d she tells. \u201cIt\u2019s waterproof, transfer-proof, and quick-drying, so it never smudges under pressure.\u201d She particularly likes this pick for tight-lining, dragging along the lash line and upper waterline to add depth and fullness to lashes.<\/li>\n
            • Key Ingredients<\/strong>: Microcrystalline wax, carnauba wax, iron oxides<\/li>\n
            • Shades<\/strong>: 5<\/li>\n
            • Waterproof<\/strong>: Yes<\/li>\n
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              Best Clean Pencil<\/strong>: Ilia Clean Line Gel Eyeliner<\/h2>\n
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              • Why We Love It<\/strong>: Look no further than Ilia\u2019s gel liner for all the pros of a high-performing liner sans any harsh chemicals. The key to this clean formula\u2019s highly-pigmented color payoff comes from charcoal powder. \u201cThis glides on effortlessly, gives rich pigment payoff, and sets to a water-resistant finish,\u201d says D\u2019Amelio Ventre. \u201cIt\u2019s perfect for clients who value ingredient transparency but still need true staying power. I like to use it to create soft, smudged liner looks that feel fresh and effortless.\u201d<\/li>\n
              • Key Ingredients:<\/strong> Dimethicone, silica, hydrogenated castor oil, glycerin crosspolymer, hydrogen dimethicone, charcoal powder<\/li>\n
              • Shades:<\/strong> 2<\/li>\n
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                Best Cult-Favorite<\/strong>: Urban Decay 24\/7 Glide On Eye Pencil<\/h2>\n
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                • Why We Love It:<\/strong> D\u2019Amelio Ventre says Urban Decay\u2019s 24\/7 eyeliner is a\u00a0classic for a reason. \u201cThe pigment saturation and glide are unmatched, and the shade range allows you to customize and play with color theory on any eye shape or skin tone,\u201d she continues. \u201cIt\u2019s creamy enough to smudge, yet once set, it doesn\u2019t budge. I\u2019ve used it countless times backstage and on shoots where I need rich color that stays put from call time to final touch-ups.\u201d Infused with jojoba oil and vitamin E, this hydrating formula keeps lids comfortable in every shade\u2014and there\u2019s 30 colors to choose from. Actor Madelyn Cline swears by the pencil for her waterline. \u201cIt just makes my lashes longer and fuller and darker, even before we go in with mascara,\u201d she shared in her Beauty Secrets video.<\/em><\/li>\n
                • Editor\u2019s Experience:<\/strong> \u201cDuring my angsty teen years, this was the only liner I had eyes for. It\u2019s creamy, long-wearing, and super pigmented\u2014perfect if you\u2019re channeling Jenny from Gossip Girl<\/em>.\u201d\u2014Con\u00e7etta Ciarlo, beauty shopping writer<\/em><\/li>\n
                • Key Ingredients:<\/strong> Vitamin E, jojoba oil, cottonseed oil<\/li>\n
                • Shades:<\/strong> 30<\/li>\n
                • Waterproof:<\/strong> Yes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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                  Best for Mature Skin<\/strong>: Soshe Beauty Waterproof Precision Eyeliner<\/h2>\n
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                  • Key Ingredients:<\/strong> Film-forming agents (trimethylsiloxysilicate), candelilla and synthetic wax, iron oxides<\/li>\n
                  • Shades:<\/strong> 4<\/li>\n
                  • Waterproof:<\/strong> Yes<\/li>\n
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                    Best Classic<\/strong>: Inglot AMC Eyeliner Gel 77<\/h2>\n
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                    • Key Ingredients<\/strong>: Isododecane, iron oxide<\/li>\n
                    • Shades<\/strong>: 21<\/li>\n
                    • Waterproof<\/strong>: Yes<\/li>\n
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                      For Lennon, the application of gel liners provides a superior experience. \u201cI love the flexibility of using a gel eyeliner; you have a few seconds to work with the product to blend or smudge it out or let it set in place in a more defined way,\u201d he says. Spickard agrees, and gives a closer look at the many benefits of a gel liner.<\/p>\n

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                      • Pigment Load<\/strong>: When it comes to eyeliner, the more pigment the better\u2014that\u2019s especially true when it comes to black eyeliner. \u201cI look for a rich, deep blackest black when I\u2019m looking at the\u00a0liner,\u201d says Spickard.<\/li>\n
                      • Wearability<\/strong>: Dry down time is an important feature of a gel liner. A good gel liner is marked by smudge-free longevity once the product sets. Per Spickard, \u201cI want my\u00a0gel\u00a0liner\u00a0to lock in place and not move once it dries down.\u201d<\/li>\n
                      • Workability<\/strong>: It\u2019s all about finding the perfect balance with a gel eyeliner. Spickard advises avoiding formulas that feel dry, or drag along the eye while applying. On the opposite end of the spectrum, a gel liner thats too wet won\u2019t stay in place. \u201cYou want the formula you pick to set right in between both extremes\u2014I prefer something that has a buttery consistency,\u201d she says.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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                        Gel liners come in pots or pencils\u2014and the latter can be sharpenable or retractible. Pro makeup artist Melissa Rogers prefers pot gel liners, considering them smudge-proof and overall easier to manage. On the other hand, she considers pencil liners as a great option for quick makeup, but doesn\u2019t feel that they offer the same level of longevity.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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                        For a smokey eye, Lennon prefers to reach for a gel pencil. \u201cI\u2019ll apply it all over the lid and diffuse it with a dense blending brush. I then apply the eyeshadow on top of this to create more dimension than just the eyeshadow alone,\u201d he says.<\/p>\n

                        When using a gel liner for a defined wing, Rogers admits gel formulas aren\u2019t always the easiest to work with\u2014but once you nail it, you can create everything from chic French girl eyeliner, elongated Edith Piaf eyes, or Bridget Bardot wings. \u201cI use a thin, taut makeup brush. This makes it so much easier to apply a clean, precise line.\u00a0What I especially like is that it doesn\u2019t bleed or move,\u201d she says. \u201cIt stays put, and you have much more control when creating your look.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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                        When we test and review a product, we take a holistic approach to deliver well-rounded product recommendations. First, we lean on Vogue<\/em>\u2019s vast network of experts\u2014professional makeup artists, many of whom have celebrity clientele\u2014to gain professional acumen on the industry\u2019s standout products, ones these specialists would actually use on their clients. We pair their expertise with our editorial best practices to curate the thoughtful edits you read on our site.<\/p>\n

                        As it relates to gel eyeliners, we selected the best based on the following characteristics: ingredients, format, how long-wearing the formulas are (considering factors like waterproof, smudge- and fade-resistance), and color payoff. To do this, we paired our own personal tests of each formula with expert guidance and reviewer insights to determine which we would recommend to you. And as it turns out, we\u2019ve been long-time testers of our favorite formulas\u2014years before even becoming beauty writers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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                        • Lauren D\u2019Amelio Ventre is a celebrity makeup artist, beauty educator, and founder of The Art of Enhancement, D\u2019Amelio Cosmetics, and La Ve Da Beauty.<\/li>\n
                        • Nick Lennon is a celebrity makeup artist whose clients include Charli XCX and Tove Lo.<\/li>\n
                        • Brielle Pollara is a professional makeup artist and licensed esthetician based between New York and New Jersey.<\/li>\n
                        • Melissa Rogers is a celebrity makeup artist with nearly 25 years of experience. Her roster includes, Suki Waterhouse, HAIM, Post Malone, and more.<\/li>\n
                        • Kasey Spickard is a professional makeup artist and Maybelline ambassador based in New York with more than a decade of experience. Spickard has worked with clients such as Jenna Lyons, Kamie Crawford, and Brynn Whitfield.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n

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