10 Best Gel Eyeliners in 2022 (Makeup Artist-Reviewed)

Pros:

• Waterproof and smudge-proof
• Long-wearing and can stay put for eight hours 
• Comes in four different natural color options
• Versatile and can be used for natural and dramatic looks  

Cons:

• Brush sold separately 

Bobbi Brown's gel eyeliner is waterproof, long-wearing, humidity-proof, and sweat-proof. Touting the ability to stay put for eight hours, this gel eyeliner is a great choice for long days and events. You can also trust the formula to be highly pigmented and good for both subtle and dramatic looks.

A few customers didn't like the Black Ink shade's color payoff, as they found it lighter than expected. Nonetheless, the majority of reviewers thought the product was easy to put on and smudge-proof. They also confirmed that this eyeliner lasted throughout the day, rain or shine.

Pros:

• Natural matte finish 
• Can also be used as an eyeshadow with proper blending
• Waterproof and quick-drying 
• Crease-proof 
• Comes in 26 different colors
  

Cons:

• Some users said it could be hard to take off without waterproof makeup remover
  
• Others found it smudged on their skin
  

Inglot's gel eyeliners promise a long-lasting formula that won't smudge or crease. Not only that, but their eyeliners are highly pigmented with ideal coverage, have a natural matte finish, and can even be used as an eyeshadow if blended out properly.

Pros:

• Smooth consistency for easy lining and tightlining
• Easily blendable formula 
• Dries to a smudge-, bleed-, and fade-proof finish
• Waterproof 

Cons:

• Some reviewers noted it smudges faster on oily skin 

This waterproof pencil gel eyeliner has a silky smooth consistency that makes eye lining and tightlining a breeze. It can also be blended before drying, so it's great for smoky eyes as well. Once it dries, it forms a matte finish that won't bleed, smudge, or fade. 

A few reviewers were disappointed that the product did not hold up well for them. If you sweat a lot or have oily skin, it may not be so smudge and transfer-proof. Nevertheless, many reviewers were thoroughly pleased, saying that the product was highly pigmented, had good color pay-off, and didn't drag or skip.

Pros:

• High-shine glossy finish that lasts up to 24 hours
• Comes with an eyeliner brush 
• Smudge-proof
  
• Ophthalmologist-tested

Cons:

• Not waterproof

If you're into that dewy look, this glossy eyeliner might be a good option. You can also build up or build down this eyeliner for everyday use or a bold cat-eye look. Plus, it comes with a brush for smooth and easy application.

A few reviewers mentioned that people with oily lids may experience smudging with this product. However, many more loved this product and confirmed that the liner lasts all day. They were also pleased with the brush, sharing that it helped them achieve precise lines and wings.

Pros:

• Oil-free, highly pigmented formula
• Smudge-proof and waterproof 
• Comes with brush applicator
• Ophthalmologist- and dermatologist-tested
• Suitable for sensitive skin 

Cons:

• Reviewers commented that it's not as long-lasting on oily skin
  
• Some colors are hard to find online
  

Maybelline's gel eyeliner has an oil-free, clear gel base formula that's highly pigmented, smudge-proof, and waterproof. Not only is it designed to last for 24 hours, but it also works well for a smoky eye look, according to buyers.

Some reviewers shared that the product is not as smudge-proof on oily skin. However, the majority of reviewers loved this product, commenting that it's their go-to liner. They also said that you could easily pull off both a natural look and a dramatic eye look with this.

Pros:

• Comes with integrated brush applicator for ease of use
• Brush can make thin or thick lines
  
• Dries water-resistant and long-wearing  

Cons:

• A few users noted it disappeared from their lids soon after application
  

This gel eyeliner from K-beauty brand TonyMoly has a brush attached to it for easy access and use. This makes it great to bring along with you for touch-ups during the day. However, you may not need any, since the formula dries down to be water-resistant and long-wearing!

Some reviewers said it faded or transferred to their upper lids quickly. However, many people loved how convenient the product was, saying it was easy to apply and lasted them the whole day. They noted that the brush was soft and easy to use, even for beginners.

Pros:

• Highly pigmented gel pencil
  
• Ultra-smooth and can easily tightline
• Transfer-resistant and waterproof
• Vegan and cruelty-free

Cons:

• A few reviewers noted it was hard to blend once on 

If you want the power and pigment of a gel pot eyeliner but in pencil form, this liner may be for you. This crayon can deliver intense color in 10 different shades and is transfer-resistant and waterproof. KVD Beauty is also known for its commitment to creating vegan and cruelty-free makeup. 

A couple of reviewers who wanted to blend this eyeliner found the formula to be hard to manipulate once on. However, the majority loved how long-lasting and smudge-proof this eyeliner was, boasting how effectively it stayed put even on the water line. They also said great things about brighter colors, especially the vibrant blue shade.

Pros:

• Comes with built-in smudger for softer or blended looks
• Sharpener located under smudger tip
  
• Waterproof

Cons:

• A couple of customers noted that it may smudge faster on oily skin 

This retractable waterproof eyeliner comes with a built-in smudger for those of you who like to achieve more smoky, blended, or subtle looks. Hone the tip with the included sharpener to create thin lines for subtle finishes, or use thicker lines for dramatic looks.

A few customers noted that if you have hooded lids or oily skin, this product can smudge or fade within hours. Some also noted that the sharpener was difficult to use. Otherwise, most customers loved how transfer-free this product was and how smoothly the formula glided onto the eyelids. 

Pros:

• Built-in sharpener
• Waterproof 
• Retractable design makes it convenient to apply on the go 

Cons:

• A couple of customers said the colors weren't as potent as expected

This retractable waterproof gel eyeliner is made to glide over your eyelids and claims to be flake- and fade-proof for up to 12 hours. Since it's retractable, it's great on the go, as you don't need a brush to apply it. Not only that, but it also has a built-in sharpener to make traveling with it even easier. 

A couple of customers noted that they experienced some crumbling and low color payoff with this product. That being said, the majority of customers loved how creamy yet non-greasy the formula was. They also enjoyed the shades with glitter in them and noted that they provided a nice sheen. 

Pros:

• 12 bright and fun color options 
• Waterproof, transfer-proof, and smudge-resistant 
• Ophthalmologist-tested and safe for contact lens wearers

Cons:

• Could have less wear for those with oily skin 

MAC's colorful eyeliners come in 12 unique vivid shade options for when you want to add a fun pop of color to your makeup. Not only is it waterproof but they claim to be transfer-proof and smudge-resistant for 24 hours on the lids, and 12 hours on the waterline.

A few reviewers noted that these eyeliners may not stay on for more than a few hours if you have oily skin. That being said, the majority of customers loved how long-wearing and pigmented this product was, and contact-wearers were particularly pleased that the product didn't transfer onto their lenses when applied on the waterline.