Many women prefer to get permanent makeup instead of applying regular makeup products more than once a day. A permanent eyeliner tattoo is ideal for people who always have a busy schedule or find it not easy to draw eyeliner wings right on both sides. So if you finally decided to get permanent eyeliner, you should consider first the style and color you want. Permanent eyeliner styles will define your features, last long, and make your eyes pop more.
You should pick the style that suits your eye shape as it will last for up to 3 years so make sure you’re going to love to wear this style every day.
Like anything else, Permanent eyeliner has some pros and cons that you should know before getting it, Check them here.
In this article, I will include the best permanent eyeliner styles, what is permanent eyeliner, how to pick the right style according to your eye shape, how much it costs, and more FAQs.
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What Is Permanent Makeup Eyeliner?
Permanent makeup eyeliner, tattooed eyeliner, or cosmetic tattoo is done by an electric cosmetic tattooing device that injects the pigment into eyelid skin.
It allows you to create the look of wearing eyeliner with no need for touch-ups or worrying about melting or smudging during the day.
It takes the artist about one hour and a half to draw your eyeliner style and it can last for 1-3 years, sometimes, up to 5 years.
After about one year and a half, the color may start to fade but you can always book an appointment to have a touch-up easily.
Best Permanent Eyeliner Styles: Top 4 Styles:
It’s best to stick to common permanent eyeliner styles as they can be worn daily. And it’s recommended to pick a style that can be worn with regular makeup without looking so dramatic.
Avoid trendy styles as they will look after some time out of style. So check the top permanent eyeliner styles that you can customize to fit your eye shape and color:
Eyelash Enhancement
The Eyelash enhancement style is the most common one and most women prefer getting it.
It’s one of the best soft permanent eyeliner styles that gives you a natural and attractive appearance.
Also, the eyelash enhancement style suits women at any age. And it’s suitable for all eye shapes and different occasions.
The technician uses the dotting technique that requires injecting a dot at the base of every lash to darken it and enhance its look.
Or he/she can draw a super thin line that blends into your lashes to make them look thicker and darker.
Classic ( Basic ) Eyeliner
This style is also popular and makes your eyes pop more. It’s a classy style that fits almost any occasion you wanna attend.
The artist draws a thin line from the inner corner of your eyelid to the outer corner of it.
The technician can also drag the line out to draw a wing, that’s totally up to you. You can choose the length you prefer and how the wing should look.
Also, you can get a lower lid eyeliner tattoo, just keep in mind to keep the lines not connected as this could lead to pigment migration and make the eyes look smaller.
Designer Eyeliner ( Shaded Eyeliner )
Shaded eyeliner, also known as smokey eyeliner, permanent eyeshadow, or designer eyeliner, is one of the top thick permanent eyeliner styles that mix eyeliner and eyeshadow in one step.
This style is suitable for people who usually wear too much makeup every day. It can spare them a lot of time daily as they won’t have to apply eyeliner and eyeshadow each day.
To create this style, the practitioner draws a line on your eyelid then adds a shade above it and smoking its edges. Also, he/she will draw a wing to complete the style.
Usually, the practitioner uses dark pigment to draw the line while using a lighter pigment to draw the shadow. You can choose the color that you prefer.
Smokey eyeliner is not ideal for people who are into casual styles or natural makeup looks.
Lower Lid Permanent Eyeliner
This style works well with other permanent eyeliner styles and is suitable for all occasions.
The technician will draw a line starting from the first lash and ending with the last lash.
If you’re going to get this style along with one of the other permanent eyeliner styles, remember not to connect the upper line with the lower line.
Connecting the lines makes your eyes appear smaller and unattractive.
For Aging Eyes:
The best permanent eyeliner style for aging eyes is lash enhancement or classic style with an angled straight upward wing. Those two styles will make your eyes look younger and give your face a more natural appearance.
It’s not recommended to get smokey eyeliner as the edges may look smudgy as aging skin is not elastic or tight enough.
What To Consider Before Getting Permanent Eyeliner?
You can create the permanent eyeliner style you want and you can customize it to suit your eye shape and color and facial features.
Also, you can go for extremely trendy eyeliner styles which is not advisable as trends change every couple of weeks. So it’s best to get one of the four styles I mentioned above as they are basic and will enhance your beauty.
There are three factors you must consider before getting a permanent eyeliner style:
- First, the length of the line, where to start? from the inner corner of your eyelid or a certain point of the eyelid!
- Second, the color of the line, there are many available colors that you can go for, depending on what the salon offers. But deep brown pigments are the most popular. Avoid black pigments as they turn into a bluish tint over time.
- Third, the edges, you can get a smokey edge, defined edge, or slightly faded one.
Those factors will help you get the best permanent eyeliner style that is tailored especially to suit your face.
How To Pick The Best Style That Suits Your Eye Shape?
Your eye shape plays a major role in determining the best style that fits you:
- Hooded Eyes: Smokey eyeliner is suitable for hooded eyes. Draw a thick line with a thick elongated wing. Or you can draw a thin line at the corners and then make the line thicker in the center of your eye to make the eyes look rounder. Avoid lower lid eyeliner as it will make your eyes appear smaller.
- Almond Eyes: Classic cat-eye is ideal for almond eyes. Draw a thin line then make it thicker when you get towards the outer corner of the eye and add a slight wing at the end or just stick to a subtle line with no wings.
- Monolid Eyes: Start from the inner corner of the eye and draw a thick line then drag it out to create a thick wing at an upward angle. Smokey eyeliner suits also monolid eyes.
- Round Eyes: Line the upper lash line then drag it out to draw a wing or you can smudge the edge. Line the lower lash line as well.
- Downturned Eyes: Draw a thin line along the inner corner and the middle of your eyes then make the line thicker when moving to the outer corner of the eyes. Add a slight upward flick at the end of your lash line, the goal is to keep your eyes lifted.
- Upturned Eyes: Start by drawing a thin line from the middle of your eyelid and move outwards then add a little wing. Also, draw a thin line across the lower lash line. This look will define your eyes without making them look smaller.
What To Expect After Permanent Eyeliner?
After the procedure, your eyelids will become slightly swollen. And in the next few days, you will experience swelling, redness, and tenderness in the area and your eyeliner will feel dry and tight. You can apply cool compresses to relieve swelling and tenderness.
Thin scabs will also form, let them shed naturally to complete the healing process. Plus, the color may appear lighter but in the next few weeks, it will look good.
After about 42 days, your eyelid will be fully healed so book an appointment for a follow-up to darken the color or alter the shape if you need to.
Related: Permanent Eyeliner Aftercare & Best Tips To Heal Quickly
FAQs:
How Thick Is Permanent Eyeliner?
There are many permanent eyeliner styles that you can try. The thickness of the eyeliner depends on the style you pick. For example, The Practitioner will draw a thin line if you want the classic style while drawing a thick line if you want to get the smokey style.
Does Permanent Eyeliner Turn Green?
After about 18 months to 2 years, your eyeliner color may start to fade and turn into a blue-greenish tint but this is not a problem as you can book an appointment for a touch-up to make your eyeliner look fresh again.
Do Eyes Swell After Permanent Eyeliner?
Yes. Your eyes will swell after getting permanent eyeliner for a few days. You may also experience redness, tenderness, or slight bruising for a couple of days. Don’t panic! This is expected, those symptoms will disappear quickly and you will love how your eyes look.
How Much Does Permanent Eyeliner Cost?
The price of permanent eyeliner differs from one place to another. Usually, the cost depends on the thickness, color, and style you wanna get.
So in short, you can expect to pay anywhere from 600-1000$.Can You Tattoo Your Waterline?
Waterline tattoo is not recommended by artists as the procedure is complicated and could cause complications like dry eyes. You can just use a regular eyeliner or pencil to boost the appearance of the waterline area to avoid problems.
Is Permanent Eyeliner Painful?
No. It’s not painful. Applying a numbing cream to the area helps make the procedure painless. But it has a sound that is similar to nail scratching on a chalkboard which could make some people feel uncomfortable.
Also, finding a needle that pierces your eyelid could make some people feel anxious. But generally, you will feel no pain!Can You Get Permanent Mascara?
Yes. You can get it easily. Permanent mascara is a great way that gives the same effect as wearing mascara. It thickens eyelashes and enhances your eyes’ appearance for about 2-4 weeks. And it’s waterproof and smudge-free.
The procedure must be done by a professional who applies a formula that is similar to normal mascara to your lashes. You can also uplift and tint your lashes for a denser look. Keep in mind that the formula should be hypoallergenic and formaldehyde-free to avoid complications.
Wrapping Up
Permanent eyeliner styles can save you time and stress, last long, and enhance your beauty.
If you’re not sure which style you should create, check the permanent eyeliner styles that I included above and choose what suits your eye shape the most.
Let me know what you think, Which style are you considering and what is your eye shape?