Makeup
How to apply kajal and eyeliner without smudging
Steady hands and a few tricks keep eyeliner neat.
When to see a doctor
Eye pain, redness or infection: stop and see a doctor.
Eye pain, redness or infection: stop and see a doctor.
At a glance
Do
- Start with clean skin and clean brushes
- Use sunscreen first
- Remove makeup before sleeping
Do not
- Do not share lipstick, kajal or brushes
- Do not use expired products
- Do not apply near irritated or broken skin
Before you start 0 / 3
Steps
1
Start with clean dry lids. Rest your elbow on a table.
2
Draw tiny dashes along the lash line and join them.
3
Wing: draw a line toward the end of the brow, then fill in.
4
Set with a little powder. Remove fully at night. Do not use sharpened pencils on the inner rim.
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Last reviewed: 31 October 2026 · About and sources
Sources
Compiled from these public health sources. This is education, not medical advice.