BEST EYELINER COLORS & STYLES FOR EVERY EYE COLOR

You might be wondering, does it really matter what color eyeliner I use? And the answer is, it can! While there’s plenty of room to experiment, using an eyeliner shade that complements your eye color can make your eyes appear brighter, more vibrant, and even larger. Think of it like this: You choose clothes that flatter your skin tone, so why not choose eyeliner that complements your eye color? Read on to find the best eyeliner for different eye colors.

Wondering what color eyeliner for blue eyes will make them stand out? Warm, contrasting shades like bronze, copper, and brown can really bring out your natural eye color. Try Tattoo Studio® Gel Eyeliner Pencil in Smooth Walnut for a flattering everyday look.

You can also intensify your eye color with blue eyeliner. For a more understated look, try Tattoo Studio® Gel Eyeliner Pencil in Striking Navy, a deep navy shade that complements blue eyes. You'd be amazed what a little blue on blue can do for you. Check out these recommended eyeliner shades for blue eyes:

Green eyes sparkle when paired with deep brown, purple, plum, and burgundy eyeliners. These shades bring out the green and create a mesmerizing effect. If you want to try something different, experiment with a dark green eyeliner for a monochromatic look that's both subtle and striking.

For our featured double-winged eyeliner look, try Tattoo Studio® Dip-Ink Liquid Eyeliner in Burgundy Boost. This deep burgundy shade creates a gorgeous contrast with green eyes, while the precise felt-tip applicator makes it easy to create sharp, defined wings.

Check out these recommended eyeliner shades for green eyes:

Hazel eyes are unique because they contain flecks of both green and brown, giving you plenty of eyeliner options to play with. The best eyeliner color for hazel eyes depends on which tones you want to bring out. Gold, bronze, and olive green can enhance their golden tones, while purple and navy can help bring out the green.

For our featured graphic cut crease eyeliner look, have fun experimenting with purple and green to see how they play up your eye color. Try Tattoo Studio® Gel Eyeliner Pencil in Aurora Flip, a color-shifting green and purple shade, or reach for Rich Amethyst for a more classic purple look. 

Check out these recommended eyeliners for hazel eyes:

Brown eyes are incredibly versatile and can pull off almost any eyeliner color. So, when deciding what color eyeliner for brown eyes works best, consider jewel tones like emerald green, sapphire blue, and amethyst purple. These shades add depth and dimension to brown eyes, making them appear even richer.

For our featured bold outline liner look, we're going with Tattoo Studio® Gel Eyeliner Pencil in Hunter Green, a deep green shimmer shade that beautifully complements brown eyes. Prefer blue? Try Galactic Cobalt, a vibrant cobalt shade that creates an equally striking contrast.

Check out these other eyeliner colors for brown eyes:

Once you've found a flattering eyeliner shade, why not pair it with colored mascara? You can stick with similar shades for a monochromatic look or mix complementary colors for a bolder effect.

 

For a little inspiration, we've created a handy chart featuring eyeliner-and-mascara pairings from our Lash Sensational Sky High® Washable Mascara, Tattoo Studio® Gel Eyeliner Pencil, and Tattoo Studio® Dip-Ink Liquid Eyeliner collections.

EYE COLOR	EYELINER	MASCARA	THE LOOK
Blue	Smooth Walnut	True Brown	Soft, warm definition
Green	Burgundy Boost	Plum Twilight	Striking berry-toned contrast
Hazel	Rich Amethyst	Burgundy Haze	Jewel-toned depth & dimension
Brown	Galactic Cobalt	Blue Mist	Bold, blue-on-blue effect

 

Want to explore more mascara shades? Check out our guide to choosing the best colored mascara for your eye color.

We hope you're feeling more inspired than ever to try a new eyeliner look! Explore Maybelline's eyeliner collection below to find your favorite shades and create a style that's all your own.