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One of the peskiest things about applying eyeliner--after finally getting it on your eyelid just the way you want it--is getting it to stay put. After spending a day in a hot office, out at the beach or running errands, eyeliner is likely to run or smear off due to oily lids, if you do not take a few precautions when putting on your eyeliner in the morning.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need Eyeshadow primer (or general makeup primer) Neutral eyeshadow color Eyeshadow brush Waterproof eyeliner Eyeliner brush or applicator Makeup sealer

1)Dab a pea-sized amount of eyeshadow primer on your pointer finger and gently rub it on your top eyelid. A good primer will keep the natural oils on your face from interfering with your makeup.

2)Allow the primer to dry for about one minute.

3)Swipe the eyeshadow brush gently across the surface of your eyelid, and then blend your eyeshadow onto the base of your eyelids right above the lash line. The eyeshadow will also help to prevent the oils in your skin from smearing your eyeliner.

4)Starting at the inner corner of your eyes, gently pull your waterproof eyeliner brush or applicator right above the lash line, creating a smooth and fluid line.

5)Close your eyes for a minute to let the eyeliner dry.

6)Finish off your eye makeup by lightly brushing a good makeup sealer over your upper eyelid.

Tips & Warnings

Liquid eyeliner stays in place much better than a pencil-style eyeliner.

Keep makeup remover and Q-tips around, in case you make a mistake.

Put makeup on a clean face, but make sure you wait until your moisturizer or cleanser dries before applying primer or makeup. how to apply eyeliner