Rimmel Eyebrow Pencil

Hey guys, here's a quick review of the Rimmel Eyebrow Pencil. I use this eyebrow pencil daily and
after about 2 years, it's become the length of my palm. Since this length is a perfect travel size, I have been contemplating on buying another eyebrow pencil and saving this one for on-the-go purposes.
I like this product, but it has not been perfect. If you're on the fence about buying it, my review will definitely help.

CONS:

• It is a pencil that needs sharpening. Maybe some people prefer this. I do not because I'm lazy haha and sharpening is more of a hassle. 
• After sharpening it, the pencil will have a more waxy texture than before, like a crayon versus a color pencil. I did not like this change in texture because it was harder to control and I'd sometimes smear on too much.
• Brush sucks. It's stiff and hard. I never use it.
• Not precise. If you have sparse eyebrows and plan to draw them in, this babe is not your gal. You'll enjoy a thin, automatic pencil such as the Maybelline or Anastasia Brow Wiz ones.

PROS:

• Cheap. (about $3 to $5 depending on retailer). Great price for something that will last a long time. 
• Good staying power. This does not claim to be waterproof or anything, but I think the waxy texture makes it more resilient to water. After washing my face, the product will sometimes still be seen on my brows. 
•  It comes in three shades: hazel, dark brown, and black brown. I've heard a lot of people with blonde or brown hair like hazel. Dark brown has a reddish hue though, so be careful about that. I really like the black brown: it's almost black but warmer than a plain black or grey pencil and fits my hair/eyes perfectly. 

And also, the gliding power is good at first but get's worse after sharpening. Some people love the gliding power though, so I may just be using a crappy sharpener. 

Despite the cons, I will probably repurchase this because a lot of other drugstore brands I've researched do not have a color that fits me. And as of right now, I don't plan to splurge on a more high-end brow product. 

I hope this review was helpful. I'd love to know your HG brow pencil, or your thoughts on this one.

-InkSister

Milani Infinite Liquid Eyeliner

Yo nuggets. Here's a quick review of the  Milani Infinite Liquid Eyeliner. Now I use this eyeliner everyday, so definitely one of my holy grails. It comes in a ton of colors: brown, black, blue, purple, gold, bright blue, green. I use the brown one for a more natural everyday look, and the black one when I want added drama.

Background of my eyes:
Asian monolids (aka no crease). Also rather watery and oily so a lot of eyeliners smear on me.

CONS:

• Brush tip applicator: I personally think this is a con because it gives me less control and precision than felt tips
• Does not dry quickly: I've smeared the eyeliner by accident..oops. And drying slowly does not make it easier to redo if you make a mistake...nope 

PROS:

• AMAZING staying power. It's incredible. Stays on for more than 10 hrs.  I've gotten drenched in rain, swum laps in a pool, taken a shower, and this stuff does not budge. 
• Very pigmented and smooth application once you get the hang of the brush applicator. 
• Great color selection. The purple and dark blue are not too bright, but add a nice subtle pop of color

FINAL VERDICT:

I will definitely continue to purchase this product because my biggest problem with eyeliners is staying power. If you have similar problems and are more experienced with applying liquid eyeliner, you'll love the Milani Infinite. If your eyeliners don't usually smear and you simply want a convenient, fast applying liquid eyeliner, there are other eyeliners that can top this one.

What's your favorite liquid eyeliner?  :)

-InkSister