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The 12 Best Hypoallergenic Eyeliners to Enhance Your Look in 2026

The 12 Best Hypoallergenic Eyeliners to Enhance Your Look in 2026

Editor’s Note: For those of us who love a full-glam makeup look, or even those of us who prefer a simple makeup style, eyeliner is an essential. Eyeliner helps to complete your makeup look and enhance your eyes, making for great pictures and alluring glances across whatever room you’re in. If you’re like me, you might have more sensitive skin and need a product that’s a little gentler for use around your eyes. Fortunately, there are plenty of hypoallergenic eyeliners out there today as brands become more aware of the challenges that individuals face when it comes to selecting hypoallergenic products. Plus, thanks to continued product developments, you can choose from a range of shades and formulas these days to find your perfect hypoallergenic eyeliner fit.

Tonight, is the night! Whether it is a hot date with the hubby or a work function where you are determined to dominate, your eyes play a big role in helping you get what you want. The look, your look, is not complete without eyeliner. But, in your case, you need hypoallergenic eyeliner.

Features to Consider When Buying Hypoallergenic Eyeliners

The first step in any search is to know what to look for. When you are looking for hypoallergenic eyeliners, it is important to know the features that make it hypoallergenic. Plus, you want to have ease of use, and you want your hypoallergenic eyeliner to remain stunning all day long. So, here are the three features that we used to rank these hypoallergenic eyeliners:

Is It Truly Hypoallergenic?

No eyeliner is truly hypoallergenic. People can be allergic to all and anything. However, some eyeliners are a lot more gentle and neutral than others. The key to eyeliner being truly hypoallergenic is the ratio of natural to artificial ingredients. Generally, the more natural ingredients, the more confident you can be that this is the eyeliner for you. Ultimately, people can always be allergic to something, so you should check the ingredients list, but these eyeliners contain no chemical nasties that increase the chances of them causing a reaction. In general you want an eyeliner that isn’t too oily and isn’t waterproof (as it contains a solvent that irritates the skin).

Ease of Use

Ladies, we are busy people. We have places to go and people to see. We can’t be stuck in front of the mirror wrestling with our eyeliner when we need to be making an appearance. Therefore, the ease-of-use is extremely important. We don’t want any timewasters here!

All Day Glam

If your hypoallergenic eyeliner can’t keep up with you, you need to kick it to the curb. That is why the final feature we are using to rank each product is All Day Glam. Can it keep up with anything you put it through? We put it to the test!

What Is a Girl to Do?

Fortunately, there is a wide selection of brands, colors and application options for hypoallergenic eyeliners that will help you get the look and style-longevity you deserve.

Sadly, you can’t always trust whether a brand’s hypoallergenic claims are true. The truth is left to you to decipher for yourself. So, to make this process easier, and prevent a possible disaster, we have compiled a list of the best hypoallergenic eyeliners on the market today:

Top 12 Best Hypoallergenic Eyeliners 2026

1. LA PURE Waterproof Eyeliner Stamp

LA PURE Waterproof Eyeliner Stamp

Why we like it: LA PURE Waterproof Eyeliner Stamp is a girl’s best friend! This hypoallergenic eyeliner is great for creating the perfect cat eyes, every time.

Editor’s Rating:

Is It Truly Hypoallergenic?

Yes, the LA PURE Waterproof Eyeliner Stamp is genuinely hypoallergenic. Using a blend of Shea Butter, Jojoba oil Canola oil and other all-natural ingredients, this eyeliner is suitable for most people with allergies. Bear in mind though you may be allergic to something on the ingredients list – but it’s unlikely.

Ease of Use

The main draw of this specific eyeliner is that it is so easy to apply. The product comes with two different pens (one for each eye). Plus, the stamp works like a charm, creating identical wings every time. This eyeliner is great, especially if you have trouble with shaky hands, or you find it difficult to see what you are doing when you put on your eyeliner.

All Day Glam

LA PURE Waterproof Eyeliner is waterproof, smudge-proof, and lasts all day. Regardless of where your day takes you, you can maintain your glamourous style. So, go ahead and live life to the fullest! LA PURE Waterproof Eyeliner has got you covered.

Pros

  • Easy to apply
  • Smudge-proof and water-resistant
  • Long-lasting, both for throughout the day and repeated use

Cons

  • It only comes in black

2. Charlotte Tilbury Eye Liner - Walk of No Shame Collection

Charlotte Tilbury Eye Liner - Walk of No Shame Collection

Why we like it: This Charlotte Tilbury eyeliner is free from several irritating ingredients and features natural oils and waxes to create a smooth, creamy formula.

Editor’s Rating:

Is It Truly Hypoallergenic?

While the Charlotte Tilbury Eye Liner may not be a dedicated hypoallergenic product, it is crafted without many of the most irritating and allergic reaction-causing ingredients, such as sulfates, SLS, SLES, parabens, formaldehyde, and mineral oil. It is also a gluten-free and cruelty-free product and contains natural oils and waxes that give it a signature, creamy, matte, and smudge-proof formula.

Ease of Use

This product is very easy to use and will glide on your eyes, thanks to the natural waxes and oils in the formula. It feels very creamy and can also be used on the waterline without a high risk of irritation. The eyeliner is very pigmented, so it won’t take long to define your eye with this product.

All Day Glam

The formula of the Charlotte Tilbury Eye Liner is waterproof and can last you through up to 16 hours of wear. Once applied, it won’t budge, so you can use it as part of an all-day look or to add longevity to a night-out style. It is important to note, however, that this eyeliner does not come in black – only a deep russet color.

Pros

  • Creamy, matte, smudge-proof formula
  • Gluten-free and cruelty-free
  • Highly pigmented russet color
  • Safe for use on the waterline

Cons

  • Does not come in black

3. Physicians Formula Eye Booster

Physicians Formula Eye Booster

Why we like it: Physicians Formula Eye Booster is a powerful, lash-boosting eyeliner that promotes healthy and accentuation of your natural beauty.

Editor’s Rating:

Physicians Formula Eye Booster does seem to be the exception to the natural ingredients rule, as this particular eyeliner seems completely lab formulated. However, the results of this eyeliner are still beautiful, brilliant, and hypoallergenic.

Here is a sample of the ingredients from the Physicians Formula Eye Booster: Water, Ethylhexyl Acrylate, Butylene Glycol, Beheneth-30 and Glyercin. The rest of the ingredient list looks like it was yanked right off a chemistry lab fulfillment order.

Nevertheless, it is specifically (even if artificially) created to offer a positive solution for people seeking hypoallergenic eyeliner. Although in general natural ingredients result in less negative reactions, it’s also true that well formulated chemistry is just as safe for your eyes and skin.

Ease of Use

This eyeliner is extremely easy to use. It goes on smoothly every time and allows you to control the amount of product on the tip with a simple shake. Therefore, you can apply your eyeliner skinny or thick with just a flick of your wrist.

All Day Glam

Unfortunately, with this eyeliner, you might want to keep this in your purse or on your person, because it does tend to fade throughout the day. Also, it is not waterproof. The good news is, though, is it is easy to apply, so you can do a quick touchup whenever necessary.

Pros

  • Easy to use and customize to style
  • Helps boost the visibility of lashes
  • Affordable

Cons

  • Not waterproof
  • Does not always last all-day

4. Maybelline Unstoppable Eyeliner

Maybelline Unstoppable Eyeliner

Why we like it: Maybelline is a trusted makeup brand that offers quality products at an affordable price. Plus, this hypoallergenic eyeliner comes in a range of shades to match your mood, outfit, or your intended look.

Editor’s Rating:

Is It Truly Hypoallergenic?

Maybelline is a well-known brand that is hypoallergenic but its ingredients are not impressively natural. For instance, Maybelline has a few natural ingredients that look promising, including Beeswax, Carnauba Wax and Aloe Barbadensis extract. However, it does include Isopropyl Palmitate (Esther of Alcohol), Isoeicosane and Dimethicone (Silicone-Based Organic Polymer).

So, while this is a hypoallergenic eyeliner, always read the ingredients and make sure you will not have a reaction to any of the ingredients, natural or otherwise.

Ease of Use

The good news about this specific eyeliner is that it is easy to use, and it is versatile enough to help you create the look you want.

All Day Glam

This probably isn’t the best for an every-day, all-day eyeliner, as it tends to smudge. However, if you want to make a statement and try something different, this eyeliner will help you have a fun night out.

Pros

  • Easy to apply
  • Waterproof
  • Affordable

Cons

  • It tends to smudge easily
  • Not as natural as other products

5. Revlon Colorstay Skinny Liquid Eyeline

Revlon Colorstay Skinny Liquid Eyeline

Why we like it: Revlon Colorstay Skinny Liquid Eye Liner comes in a host of bold, beautiful colors to help you get that perfect look you have always wanted! To make this long-lasting, hypoallergenic eyeliner even better, it is tested by ophthalmologists to ensure it is safe for use near your eye.

Editor’s Rating:

Is It Truly Hypoallergenic?

The Revlon Colorstay Skinny Liquid Eye Liner is hypoallergenic but it does have a lot of different ingredients. Many of these ingredients are not natural and a lot of them are some type of alcohol. Stearic Acid, Olely Alcohol and Propylene Glycol are in this eyeliner, which means it can be an irritant for a few people. Read the label before you apply this eyeliner because there are a lot of laboratory-made words in this mixture that could make it more prone to giving you a reaction.

Ease of Use

The 0.1mm skinny tip applicator eyeliner easy to apply. Many people have used this eyeliner specifically for years because of how well it works for them.

All Day Glam

The Revlon Colorstay Skinny Liquid Eye Liner is built to last all day long with a specialized color stay formula that won’t smudge, smear or fade. However, this eyeliner is not waterproof, so keep that in mind when planning to wear it for activities.

Pros

  • Powerful colors that define your look
  • Long-lasting formula
  • Skinny tip applicator makes it easy to apply
  • Stays on all-day

Cons

  • Not as natural as other options
  • Not waterproof

6. L'Oréal Paris Infallible Never Fail Eyeliner

L'Oréal Paris Infallible Never Fail Eyeliner

Why we like it: The L'Oréal Paris Infallible Never Fail Eyeliner is one of the best hypoallergenic eyeliners because its application is smooth and can produce a range of different styles. Whether you want smoking eyes or just a little accent, this never-fail eyeliner has got what it takes to get the job done!

Editor’s Rating:

Is It Truly Hypoallergenic?

This hypoallergenic eyeliner puts an interesting twist on some of their natural ingredients. With this eyeliner, some of the natural ingredients are mixed with non-natural ingredients to make the process work properly. The best example of this is Hydrogenated Olive Oil Stearyl Esters, which is essentially Alcohol and Olive Oil Esters. There are also a good number of natural ingredients, including Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate and Candelilla Cera.

Ease of Use

This eyeliner is called “never-fail” for a reason. This eyeliner is easy to apply, with a smooth, glide-like application that makes creating your desired look a success every time.

All Day Glam

The L’Oréal Paris Infallible Never Fail Eyeliner is created to be glamorous all day long, with a wear-time of at least sixteen hours. The bold color and smudge-proof design will hold up all day long.

Pros

  • 16-Hour Wear
  • Smudge-Proof
  • Great shine
  • Good level of protection

Cons

  • It is not waterproof

7. Covergirl Perfect Point Plus Eyeliner

Covergirl Perfect Point Plus Eyeliner

Why we like it: This majestic perfect point plus eyeliner is a simple pencil, with a soft-smudge tip at the other end, which makes achieving smokey eyes a breeze. However, don’t let its simplicity fool you; this is a diverse eyeliner that is easy to apply and is long-lasting!

Editor’s Rating:

Is It Truly Hypoallergenic?

The Covergirl Perfect Point Plus Eyeliner is considered one of the best hypoallergenic eyeliners because it adheres nicely to the need for natural ingredients. While not all the ingredients are natural, most of them are. Here are the ingredients found in this eyeliner: Ceresin, Beeswax, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Citric Acid and Iron Oxide. Interestingly, there is not a never-ending list of ingredients, trailing off into obscurity, as is the case with other eyeliners.

Ease of Use

The tip of this pencil is designed to self-sharpen so you get the perfect point every time. The pen always goes on smooth and is easy to apply. Plus, this self-sharpen design helps give you only what you need each time, reserving the rest for future uses. Such a feature helps you get your money’s worth out of the product because it won’t run out quickly.

All Day Glam

The Covergirl Perfect Point Plus Eyeliner is a trooper and is designed to last all day. However, it is possible that minor touch-ups will be needed, if your day is especially grueling. Fortunately, if you are using it for a fancy look on a night out, you will not be disappointed!

Pros

  • Available in multiple colors
  • Versatile enough to create your perfect look