Aging gracefully, just like makeup, is an art. The products and formulae we use through our youth tend to fall apart, look cakey, or stop offering the finish we would enjoy. You can avoid this by changing your products based on your skin’s needs and continuing to sport a youthful glow. One of the biggest miscreants when it comes to your finished look is your eyeliner. Here are 10 best eyeliners to choose from for older women:

Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil
This Urban Decay eyeliner comes in 38 colors and is best for older women. It glides on smoothly to leave a creamy finish that stays put for up to 16 hours.

NYX Professional Makeup Slim Eye Pencil Long-Lasting Eyeliner
For those looking for a more affordable option, this NYX eyeliner looks similar to the Urban Decay eyeliner at just $5. However, it has a rather soft pencil, which may require frequent sharpening. It is available in 28 different colors.

Pat McGrath PermaGel Ultra Glide Eye Pencil
For those looking for intense color, this Pat McGrath eyeliner is one of the best pencil liners you will come across. It costs $29 and is available in five different colors.

Almay All-Day Intense Gel Eyeliner
This eyeliner glides on nicely for those who have lost skin elasticity and offers a clean line even when the skin is uneven. It is popularly available at local supermarkets and costs only $8. The only flipside to this product is that it can be a little tough to sharpen due to its plastic packaging.

1999 Precision Color Pencil
If you are somebody who looks for fuss-free makeup that can be used in multiple ways, this is the pencil for you. It costs $26 and is available in 9 different shades. It comes in a highly pigmented but easy-to-blend formula that can be applied to your eyes, lips, and cheeks to create exciting new looks.

Thrive Causemetics Infinity Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner
Prefer liquid eyeliner over its pencil counterparts? Try the Thrive Causemetics eyeliner that dries quickly and does not smudge. It is priced at $24 and is only available in black. The formula is also extremely gentle on the eyes and does not irritate them.

L’Oreal Infallible Grip Gel Mechanical Eyeliner
This is perhaps the longest-lasting eyeliner on the market – with claims of up to 36 hours of smudge-free wear. Priced at just $11, it also has an easy-to-use automatic pencil, sponge tip, and a hidden sharpener. It is available in six colors and can be found in most local stores and supermarkets.

Victoria Beckham Satin Kajal Eyeliner
Want a timeless look with a sprinkle of glam? These Victoria Beckham eyeliners are your answer. Priced at $30 and available in 13 colors, these liners complement all eye colors and skin tones. The formula is nourished with vitamin E, implying that these liners glide smoothly for a perfect finish.

Guide Beauty Guide Eyeliner Duo
These products are meant for people who may have issues with applying makeup – especially those facing issues with movement or strength. This cream eyeliner and applicator duo costs $50 and offers easy application using the notch in the applicator.

Inglot AMC Eyeliner Gel
This formula is smudge-proof, waterproof, and crease-proof, so you can rest assured that it will not budge. It costs $26 and is available in 26 shades, so you can find one that best suits your skin tone. The gel concoction is so potent that it sets quickly and does not feather into thin lines.

Your technique can sometimes matter more than the product when working with mature skin. Here are 9 tips to keep in mind when applying eyeliner for older women:

Use a primer
Your skin is your canvas. Before applying any makeup, ensure you prime it with the right primer and concealer. This can help you get the best finish for your look.

Add some brightness
If you would like to give your eyes an instant lift, use a smudge-proof white or nude eyeliner.

Avoid underlining
Underlining your eyes can make them appear smaller. To give your eyes a finished look, just apply a coat of mascara on your lower lashes.

Contour the crease
Another way of making your eyes look bigger and livelier is by contouring the creases of your eyelids with a neutral medium-toned shadow crayon.

Double up
Go back over a pencil line with a similar or darker shade of eyeshadow to fill in gaps between the pencil and the lash roots. This will also add intensity to your eyeliner.

Hold your lids taut
Stretch your eyelids a little to get a perfectly smooth finish on your eyeliner.

Use a high-pigment pencil
Opt for pencils with a higher pigment that glides on for an opaque finish, which will help define your eyes better.

Curl your eyelashes
Play up the eyes in more ways than one. Use an eyelash curler, and follow it up with quality mascara. This will make them look more youthful.

Try out new colors
Black eyeliner may, at times, appear harsh on aging skin. Instead, try out other colors like brown, purple, and navy to find one that complements you best.