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When it comes to makeup, glitter eyeliner can be the ultimate frenemy. Sure, the sparkles are insanely pretty, and yes, all that bling around your eyes will obviously look amazing in your holiday selfies, but that's when they're quick to turn on you. Because layer on too much, or use the wrong formula, and your entire look can go from cute and cultured to kindergarten craft project in seconds.
But don't worry—to keep your eyes from having a disco ball-level meltdown, I rounded up the best of the megawatt liners that glide on easily, have a crazy-intense payoff, and are guaranteed to make you shimmer all day (and night) long.
Take your pink-lovin' vibesto the next level with this long-wear gel liner that's spiked with fuchsia-pink glitter. Angle the teeny-tiny brush along your lash lines or flip it on its side to give your lids a full coat of shimmer.
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Marc Jacobs Beauty Highliner Glam Glitter Gel Eyeliner in Glitterbug If You Want It To Last for Hours...
This glittery gel pencil glides on like butter, but has a waterproof-payoff that won't melt. Line your lash lines, create a chunky cat eye, or add a touch of sparkle to a classic smoky eye. The built-in sharpener tucked into the bottom of the pencil means your technique will always be on point.
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Pretty Vulgar Vixen Glimmer Eyeliner & Shadow Topper in Shimmer Finish If You're a Glitter Beginner...
The holographic finish from this lineris like having prisms all over your eyes. Use the skinny brush tip to easily swipe on a textbook-level cat eye, or bling out your regular shadow by painting a sheer coat of glitter on top.
Whether you're a glitter newbie or just want to take your everyday eye makeup up a notch, you can instantly transform any color liner or shadow by applying a thin layer of these super-fine silver sparkles to your lash lines.
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Warning: This jar of onyx goodness is not for glitter-phobes. The loose particles require a steady hand, and also needto be paired with Nyx's Glitter Primer so the gem-like flecks can adhere to your skin. But trust: The extra step is worth it when you end upwith badass gunmetal eyes.
Leave it to Bad Girl Riri to revolutionize the glitter game with this high pigment liner. Want even more drama? Rub it with your finger or a makeup brush after it dries down to reveal an intensified pearlescent effect.
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If you have commitment issues when it comes to an out-of-your-comfort-zone makeup look, this glitter is for you. Not only dothe true-gold flecks look amazing with every eye color, butthepeel-off formula (yup!) alsolets you take it off as quickly as you put it on.
Nicole Catanese
Nicole Catanese is a beauty and wellness editor.