I was never too sure I could believe all the hype surrounding the Bobbi Brown gel liners until I personally tried them myself.The formula is really creamy, glides on so smoothly and stays put for hours together.
They come in a variety of matte and shimmer shades. "Caviar Ink" is a beautiful deep brown-black that looks more like black than brown. It's not jet black and hence, is not very harsh. It's a soft, muted shade that can be worn with the slightest of effort.
I've tried many gel/cream liners and so far, this had proven to be the best. The packaging is classy and pretty to tote around. Many gel based liners I have tried, dry up as soon as they are applied on the eyes and make smudging a pain! These liners, have a setting time and make the job much easier and once set, they just don't budge. Love it!
Pros:
- Super creamy formula.
- Long wearing.
- Easy to remove. It's waterproof, so you'll need a makeup remover.
- Does not irritate eyes.
- Great selection of shades.
Cons:
- A bit pricey for the 0.1 oz./ 3 g amount of product.
I totally love the creaminess and warmth of this shade and the formula beats so many gel-liners in the market. This tends to be pricey, but is totally worth it. I'd love to try Ivy Shimmer Ink and Black Mauve shimmer next. What do you think? Do you like Bobbi Brown Long-wear Gel liners? Are there any other affordable alternatives you would suggest? I'd love to know!
the ELF gel/cream liners are just as good and only $3 :) I bought like every color!
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I haven't tried ELF cream liners Vonnie! Will give them a shot.They have a beautiful shade of purple right?
ReplyDeleteHow much is it Apps?
ReplyDeleteI'm kinda stuck to my Fluidline right now (threw WnW out cause it was a pain to remove). Is this better?
Physicians formula gel eyeliners..Amazing stuff. You get 3 colors for 8.99 $ ! Cannot beat that deal !
ReplyDelete@Devie - It's $21 a pop! I've seen it at CCOs too for about 15 bucks.Anyways, Sephora's F&F is going on now, Jus sayin ;) And yeah, I tried WnW and it was really a pain to remove and dried up big time in spite of storing it upside down :(
ReplyDelete@Jan - I've seen that stuff...Looks really cool! Plus their colors are amazing. How's the formula?
ReplyDeleteSo far , its been super creamy..I got the set for brown eyes..so I got a black , brown and a purple one..cool stuff! What brush do you use for these ?
ReplyDeleteOh nice!I use the Sonia Kashuk Bent eye liner brush. It gives me better grip than the normal angled ones. Does PF have a brush that accompanies the eyeliner?
ReplyDelete$21! Man that's one and a half fluidlines :P
ReplyDeleteI think I have seen these at CCO!
I do think I'll check the physician formula ones out. I just am too lazy for gel liners lately. What brush did you use?
Oh,but these are really Amazzzing especially this particular black-ish brown shade.I feel they are better than fluidlines, Devie :) I use the Sonia Kashuk Bent Eyeliner brush.It's so convenient.Lately,lot of people say ELF cream eyeliners are great too!
ReplyDeleteYeah it comes with a brush..but its not a great one. I use the sonia kashuk one too.That thing is a blessing.. :)
ReplyDeleteI know! That brush is mighty helpful.Guess all brushes that come with these gel eyeliners are pure crap :)
ReplyDeleteDoes Target carry the brush?
ReplyDeleteAlso do you wash your brush after every use? I feel like I need to, but it's sooo much work!
Oh yes,Target has the brush :) I wash it mostly; sometimes I just wipe it with a wet ones.Basically, I try to keep the head clean every time which is a pain in the a**
ReplyDeleteDevie - Ditto ! These gel eyeliners are too much work..Esp when you have like 10 mins to do your makeup during work mornings..I really cant seem to fuzz with these things.I tend to wash them after every use. It is too much work. Pencil eyeliners are the easiest that way!
ReplyDeleteAhhh! Ok so I'm not being unhygienic!
ReplyDeleteI do keep my gel eyeliner for special occasions. For regular days it's pencil for me too!
Jan - If you are running out of time, just grab a wet tissue or makeup wipe and remove the gunk.You could just tear a piece of it if you don't wish to use the whole sheet :)
ReplyDeleteNice review......I am a new follower here. These gel eyeliners are so creamy but I am not so good at using the eyeliner brushes........will probably stick with my Mac technakohl.
ReplyDeletewow appu ur eyes look so pretty. they are almond shaped!!! :). hav u tried clinique gel liner? they r also good. I have never tried bobbi brown mayb i will giv it a try
ReplyDeleteyou got great eyes.. i never tried bobbi brown so thanks for the review :)
ReplyDeletehey..love your eyes...looking pretty...no i haven't try this product but maybe i'll give it a try.
ReplyDelete@Harshleen - Thanks for following!The BB eyeliners are really very creamy, maybe you can try using them with the sonia kashuk bent eyeliner brush :) It makes your job so easy!!
ReplyDelete@Anju- Thanks! I am yet to try clinique.Will give it a shot sometime :) Lot's of people say it's a good buy. Do try BB and let me know what you think :)
ReplyDelete@Beautydiva - Thanks :) If you try this one let me know if you like it!
ReplyDeleteThanks Rakshanda :) Try this if you get a chance to; you won't regret :)
ReplyDeleteThis is my most fav gel liner in the whole world. :P :P
ReplyDeleteI am in a little crazy mood ite now after seeing those stacks...but I loou loouu loouu this line..You enjoy and show the other shade as well. :)
I've tried soooo many liners and this one is by far the best.I am aiming for some green and purple next...wil post pics :) I know, those stacks are sooo cute.They are available online for 25-30 bucks here :(
ReplyDeletehey you got beautiful eyes :) ...
ReplyDeleteloved ur eyeliner application , i love sonia kashuk brush too , it gives nice application ...
will have to see this eyeliner :)
Thanks Rashmi :) I know,the brush gives a very precise line...try BB liners,they are awesome :)
ReplyDeletethanks for the review..Im dying to get my hands on this one..and the way you have applied your eye liner is soo beautiful and professional...I wish I could do that too ...:)Quick question - How do you apply the gel based eye liner?
ReplyDeleteHey Natasha, I use the Sonia Kashuk Bent eyeliner brush and apply this with a quick stroke.If it's a liquid liner, I use short, steady strokes, but since this is a gel liner, a quick line with a bent brush does the task.Hope that helps.Try it and let me know :)
ReplyDeletehey dat color is pretty n so r ur eyes...
ReplyDeleteThanks a lot Bhumika :)
ReplyDeleteyeah i have to buy BB some day :) lets see may be with strawberry net i will make my purchase :)
ReplyDeleteYeah, sounds good :) strawberry net has free shipping too, right?
ReplyDeleteyeah if we shop for certain amount and we get gift on our first purchase, moreover they return the money if the parcel is lost or damaged
ReplyDeleteisnt it good ..
m just writing a post on drugstore shopping..
u have riteaid ???
or shall i start with walgreens ???
Walgreens is good...No riteaid here :( You are aweeesome!!!
ReplyDeleteI have this one too and I love it!
ReplyDeleteGlad to know you like it. Bobbi Brown had the best formulation for gel-liners :)
ReplyDeletewow ya..ur eyes are rly pretty..
ReplyDeleteThanks a lot, Butterfly :)
ReplyDeleteHi the liner looks lovely on u :) Any idea if I can get the sonia kashuk brush in Chennai? If not, where else can I get it from?
ReplyDeleteThanks, Anon! I don't think Sonia Kashuk brushes are available in Chennai :( In the US, its available at all Target stores. Hope that helps :)
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