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Waterproof budge proof eyeliners

  • Feb 9
  • 2 min read

The very best eyeliners you can buy and nothing really compares for me.


19 years working as a bridal makeup artist in North Wales and Cheshire, I've learned to be extremely selective about what earns a permanent place in my kit. Weddings are emotional, long days, and makeup needs to work hard without ever becoming a distraction. Eyeliner, in particular, is one product where there is absolutely no room for compromise.


What I need from the perfect eyeliner for Bridal Makeup?


First, it must not smudge once it has set. There is nothing worse than liner migrating under the eyes halfway through the day. Second, it must cope beautifully with tears. Weddings are emotional and that is part of the magic, but eyeliner should never be the thing that spoils the moment. Waterproof performance is essential.


However, there is another factor that matters just as much to me, and it's something that often gets overlooked.


I need wiggle time.


Why Wiggle Time Matters


When I apply eyeliner, especially on a bride, I want time. Time to soften it, smudge it, perfect the shape and make it feel effortless rather than drawn on. Bridal makeup should look polished but never harsh.


I do not want a pencil that sets instantly the second it touches the skin. When a liner locks down too quickly, you lose control. There is no opportunity to adjust, soften, or refine, and that simply does not work for bridal makeup.


I need a liner that gives me a small window to work, followed by a flawless set that lasts.


The Only Eyeliners I Truly Love Working With


This is exactly why the only eyeliner pencils I consistently use and recommend are from Daniel Sandler Cosmetics.


They have recently been relaunched after being out of stock for5 months and have been reformulated. I can confidently say they are better than ever. The updated formula offers a slightly longer work time, which for me is absolutely perfect. I can smudge and soften with ease, then once they set, they stay put beautifully.


These pencils are genuinely waterproof and tear resistant without feeling dry or uncomfortable on the eye. They perform exceptionally well on both the top lash line and the waterline, which is rare. Many liners claim to be waterproof, but very few actually hold up inside the eye. These do.


What I love most is the balance. They are creamy enough to work with, yet once set, they do not budge, bleed, or fade. That balance allows me to stay calm and confident on a wedding morning, knowing the makeup will look just as beautiful later in the evening as it did when I finished it.


As a bridal makeup artist with nearly two decades of experience, consistency matters. These liners give me control, longevity, and peace of mind, and that is exactly what I want for every bride who sits in my chair.


If you are looking for an eyeliner that offers professional level performance with real workability, these are absolutely worth investing in.




 
 
 

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