L'Oreal Paris Voluminous Smoldering Eyeliner, Black (Packaging May Vary)

Let me preface my review by saying that I'm not the most knowledgeable when it comes to makeup.I know how to apply eyeliner, eyeshadow, mascara, lipstick, and concealer - but that's the extent of it, and it's certainly not a daily occurrence.That being said, I've been wanting to branch out more and try to "up" my makeup game.After reading someone's blog post that included a link to this eyeliner, and her rave reviews of said product, I decided to buy it - as eye makeup is the one thing I can *really* get down with.It was crazy easy to apply, super dark and heavy looking (FYI for those who want something a little more understated), and I loved it from the get go.My first time wearing it was to a Thanksgiving family gathering and I found myself running to the bathroom constantly. That's because, before leaving my house, I noticed that every second a smear/circle/smudge would appear at the "crease" of my eyes.I'd rub it off easily enough and then...blink, blink, blink...it'd be back.Now - this may be because I used too much, or because I didn't know anything about "setting spray/powder" that's supposed to keep your eye makeup from doing this.But I definitely developed a complex that evening - hence running to the bathroom mirror often to rub the smeared semi-circle that I had known was back.I've since bought this "setting powder" stuff all those makeup pages talk about, and have learned a few extra tricks on how NOT to have it smear like that, so I'm still very happy with the purchase.However, I know I'm not the only one in the world who doesn't know every little thing one could possibly know about the makeup world, so just wanted to warn/prepare someone who's thinking of buying this that:1.) It's great, easy to apply, very dark and beautiful.2.) It *WILL* smudge/smear/give you half-moons above your eyes unless you apply eyeshadow orsetting powder over the eyeliner.3.) I have no regrets! :)

I absolutely love this eyeliner. It is nice and dark black and applies so easily! The application is smooth like butter and lasts pretty much all day. I have tried more expensive designer eyeliners, but this is by far my favorite. Gives my eyes instant pop and definition! Not to mention that the pencil itself is fat and easy to maneuver. The pencil lasts a very long time and I use it every day!

This is the best eye liner I've ever used. It's soft enough to blend or keep in a smooth line. Also great to fill in eyebrow gaps.

The absolute best kohl eyeliner ..comes on nice and dark I am so impressed with this product

This came in perfect condition and worked very well. The pencil is soft and smudgey (it's meant to be) easy to apply to the waterline. Since I use it for the waterline and not for a smokey eye, the smudginess is a double-edged sword, since some of the liner migrated down below one eye. I guess I need to use a really light hand. But after I removed the runny bit, it lasted the night without running further. It was cool weather, though. I'm quite happy with this pencil overall. I just have to be careful with the runniness. I'm sure that means it blends well for this who do like a smokey eye. My eyes are too small and deep set for that. It's black but not harsh. The formula is nice and smooth. A quality product. I will come back and edit this if I have more issues with running when the weather heats up. I am including a picture, although it's on my upper waterline so not super visible. But I'm only wearing the liner (upper waterline only) and some mascara on my eyes, and I think it did a nice job of making them more intense.

I like it. It works really good.

Good product and way to use because of sharp point! Seems to last most of the day too!

I love the size, the ease of application, the color, and how bold it is, but it smudges and runs so easily that you have very little time to enjoy it before needing to reapply. Have yet to figure out a curve to avoid this (I do not have oily skin.)