Pros:Smooth, Pigmented,creamy, water-proof, smudge-proof, affordable, unique range of shades, sweat-proof, smudge-able
Cons; Available online
Holika Holika Eyeliners are silicone-based eyeliners that delivers not only in performance, but also quality. I love the variety of shades and finishes, From sparkly glitter shades that are creamy enough to use as eye shadow or enhance the inner corner, to unique shades such as Ballerina Pink and Coral Orange that are fun and extremely rare.. My first eyeliner I had purchased was Black Gem, because I needed a basic black eyeliner. The design of the pencil is simple but gorgeous and very witchy yet simple packaging reminiscent to Holika Holika's theme. What I appreciate about the eyeliners is how the packaging matches the actual eyeliner color. It's not necessarily a big plus, but it's easier to recognize each colour without taking off the cap,
The actual performance was more than I expected. Not only is this pencil waterproof, it is smudge-able AND once it sets, it is smudge-proof, and will not move.(Believe me, I have done the water and smudge test). The eyeliner is creamy, and firm at the same time, This is especially important whenever I tight-line or apply eyeliner to the waterline. It's creamy enough to line my eyes without tugging, but it's firm enough to hold it shape, and to prevent excess product to buildup on the waterline.
The price is fantastic as well. For less than 6 bucks,the quality is just as good-if not better than luxury pencils that are in the $30+ range and with a small,yet unique range of shades to choose from. I highly recommend it if you're someone who is on a budget, but wants a high quality eyeliner.
nanolobster
2018-05-20 17:41:18
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Posted by suricata88
Date 2015-05-24 04:36:11
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You definitely said it all, thanks for your high quality reviews, I always appreciate reading them xxx
I got "Black Plum" for F/W and I confirm everything is lovable about my 1st Holika Holika eye makeup item: very smudge proof, yet easy to remove with oil-type cleanser; original shade and color pay off; glides beautifully.
This is my go-to pencil to tightline my upper lid and that's a prowess because I gave up crayons ages ago for that particular technique! (I usually favor gel liners pots)
This shade is so flattering against my chocolate eyes and the effect is more subtle than stark black. Because of this, my eyes look REALLY big, yet not in an artificial way at all :)
Just make sure to work quite fast because being a long-wear product, it dries and sets quickly.
Although the body of the pencil looks so sturdy, it sharpens like a dream with my Sephora pencil sharpener. The tip doesn't crush at the bottom of my sharpener either, which is a great asset for such a creamy formula!
I also confirm the quality of this product really really rivals much expensive counterparts.
For ex., I own Charlotte Tilbury's Rock 'N' Kohl Iconic Liquid Eyeliner Pencil which boasts similar qualities. It's an excellent product btw but it costs... 30 US$/ 19 UK£!!!!!
And the irony is, despite its drugstore price point, the Holika Holika pencil neither looks, nor feels cheapo at all. The object itself is superb, magical and mischievous.
I will definitely buy other colors - the choice is wow - and recommend this as an introduction eye-liner to Korean makeup newcomers!!!