Felt Tip Vs Brush Tip: Guide to Choosing the Perfect Liner

The YouTube tutorial said beginner-friendly, but it never comes out right. We’ve all been there. The eyeliner is a subtle all-in-one makeup that does wonders for the face. Although learning takes time, there’s no turning back once you get the hang of it. Stick around for the pre-beginners guide to choosing between felt or brush tips and secret eyeliner hacks.

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The Tip Is The Most Important Part

We often overlook how our makeup applicators play vital roles in achieving any makeup look. A beauty blender will not work for an ombre lip effect, nor will a powder brush be effective for precise application. The same thing goes for eyeliners. The tip is what determines the outcome of the look. Felt or brush tips work perfectly for different eyeliner looks. To get the perfect one, you need to understand how both of them work.

Felt Tip vs. Brush Tip

Felt tip is a type of liquid eyeliner that comes as a pen. The felt applicator is beginner-friendly because it allows for smooth application without leaving any stains. One minor issue is the need for a steady hand. All liquid eyeliner needs a firm hand to achieve the precise look you’re aiming for. The brow dip or brush tip has a similar appearance to mascara. It is thin and flexible, like a calligraphy brush, perfect for creating extravagant looks. Most professional artists use liquid eyeliner with brush tips because of its versatility. A steady hand is needed to ensure smooth application when using the brush tip liquid eyeliner.

Eyeliner Application Shortcuts

When trying to achieve any eyeliner look, practice and consistency are the first things that come to mind. And while that is true, there are shortcuts to pull off those gorgeous looks without much training. Here are a few beauty tricks to applying eyeliner like a pro, regardless of the tip.

Use Tape for Wings

This less-than-five-minute cheat code for the flawless winged eyeliner is perfect for quick makeup glam. Place a tap from the corner of your eye and slightly angle it up. Work with your eyeliner, following the line of the tape. Peel off the tape, and your winged look is good to go! Pay attention to the shape of your eye, as this affects the outcome. The drawback of this technique is that it ruins the foundation on that side of the face. Other than that, it is a failproof trick to the winged effect.

Draw a Triangle and Be Above Mistakes

This triangle method makes it easier if you have shaky hands. Draw a triangle using your lower lash line as a guide, then draw upward. Fill out the triangle and follow the line to finish the entire application. Another tip to ace your eyeliner look is leaning on a table to steady your hands. Unless you have precise hands like an archer, mistakes are bound to happen when applying eyeliner. It shouldn’t stop you from rocking any eyeliner look. Use a concealer to shape up the eyeliner and blot out errors. Even pros do this sometimes to make the eyeliner look sharper.

Conclusion

There’s no denying that the eyeliner enhances an entire makeup look. Regardless of if it’s a felt or brush tip, the eyeliner aims to draw attention to the face. If you’re unsure which one works best, try both and decide. It all comes down to practice and patience, especially as a beginner. Don’t expect to be perfect from the get-go, and don’t give up after a few tries. Soon enough, you’ll be applying the eyeliner with your eyes closed.

This article was written by Anna O.