15 Best Brown Eyeliners on the Market

Finding the Best Brown Eyeliners

Brown eyeliner is an excellent all-around beauty buy that works just as well for a natural makeup look as it does when teamed with a more dramatic night look. It has the depth of color to still define the eyes but isn’t as harsh as black. You may even find once you make the switch to brown, you’ll never go back to black. Seriously, it’s that flattering.

If you have been eager to try out brown eyeliner but not sure which type is best for you, we have put together everything you need to know to make sure you find the best shade and finish for your makeup style.

What to Consider When Choosing the Best Brown Eyeliners

Use

First, decide how you want to use your brown eyeliner. If you want a clean line along the lashes, a liquid liner is best. If you are looking for a softer blended look, opt for a kohl — and if you favor color on the waterline, a classic pencil is the best option.

Finish

Brown eyeliners come in matte, satin, shimmer and glitter finishes. Each works for different occasions, with matte and satin being the most popular for everyday wear — while shimmer and glitter are ideal for night looks.

Application

Pencils are easier to apply, but if you love the look of a liquid liner but worry about having the skills to get a precise finish, opt for an extra-fine tip liner pen to give you more control when placing the product.

Brand

At the drugstore, you have incredible options from Physicians Formula, NYX and e.l.f. But if you are looking to splurge on a more luxury liner, Victoria’s Beckham's Kajal liners are well worth the investment.

Color

Unlike black, brown eyeliner comes in a multitude of different shades. When deciding whether you want a rich deep brown, a medium cinnamon tone or a lighter coffee brown,  think about the color lipstick, blusher and eyeshadow you will be wearing and choose a brown that works best with them.

What are the Different Types of Brown Eyeliners?

Liquid

If you are looking for a liner that stays in place and won’t smudge throughout the day, then liquid is your best bet to keep your makeup looking clean and freshly applied. Liquid is also what you need if you like to add flicks to the sides of your eyes for a winged effect.

Pencil

A brown pencil is a beauty bag staple, and one you will use over and over again. They are the most versatile choice of liner, as they can be used over and under the eye — as well as being blending out.

Shimmer

A brown shimmer pencil, while not one you may wear on the daily, is a universally-flattering option that works to add either some subtle sparkle to a matte eye or in addition to shimmer eyeshadows.

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