If youreyelineralways smudges after a long work day or a night out, you’re not alone.
According toAllure, one of the best ways to prevent eyeliner from smudging is to start with squeaky-clean skin.
Your next step is to prime and set the eye area, whichReal Simpletouts as being of utmost importance.

Harris toldReal Simplethat this combination will help your eyeliner adhere to your skin, preventing it from running.
OK, so now your eyeliner is perfectly drawn now what?
All that’s left is proper setting for maximum staying power.

The options are endless: Harris said she uses a clear makeup sealer to fight humidity.
Keeley noted she presses eyeshadow over eyeliner to stop transfer, andByrdierecommends a simplesetting spray.