10 Best Eyeliner Pencils in the Philippines 2026 | Buying Guide Reviewed by Dermatologist

It’s easy to assume that eyeliner pencils are the type of product where one color can fit all, but that’s not the case. Black eyeliner works best for people with medium skin tone, but it can appear to be a bit harsh for fair-skinned people and even enhance dark under-eyes. Instead, we recommend going for dark browns and grays to line your eyes.

 
On the other hand, people with deep to dark skin tones can pull off just about any eyeliner color, so why not have fun with it? Make your eyes pop with vibrant colors like blue and purple, and add shimmers for more sparkle. 

With the right formulation, your eyeliner pencil should glide smoothly and not tug on your skin whether you use it on your lash lines or as an eyeshadow base. You should also be able to blend and smudge it easily whenever you’re going for that dark, smokey look, but it should still remain long-lasting. 

Here’s a tip: warm up your eyeliner pencil on the back of your hand for a smoother application. Further, your eyeliner pencil must also deliver when it comes to pigment. Low-quality liners tend to appear dull and might require you to reapply to get the color payoff that you want, which is a waste of both the product and your time.

One downside of eyeliner pencils is they can smudge over time because of sweat and oil on the skin. Fortunately, there are a lot of long-wearing and waterproof eyeliner pencils for you to choose from. These can last the whole day without smearing or fading, ideal for those who are always on the go and do not have much time for touch-ups.

To make your eyeliner last longer, you can also try using eye primer on your lids or even your concealer or foundation if you don’t have one. Lastly, don’t skip the setting spray in your routine to keep all your makeup in place throughout the day.

When buying any makeup product, make it a habit to check the ingredients first to know if it has certain substances that can cause an allergic reaction or sensitivity to your skin before you make a purchase. This is especially important for eyeliners, since these are used within the eye area that can be more prone to irritation.

Generally, eyeliner pencils contain three basic elements: film formers, thickening agents, and pigments. If you encounter some unfamiliar-sounding ingredients, don't hesitate to search online to make sure that these are safe to be applied close to the eyes, including your upper and lower lash lines and eyelids.

Because the tip gets blunt from use, eyeliner pencils need to be sharpened from time to time in order to create precise lines and avoid messy application. If you aren’t keen on doing that, then retractable eyeliner pencils are perfect for you. A retractable pencil also saves you from the hassle of carrying a sharpener in your makeup bag all the time.

While most retractable eyeliners also offer smooth and creamy formulas, they do not come in a lot of colors and shades, at least not as much as the regular ones do. They also have the tendency to break when you get too much of the eyeliner out at once.