Effortless Precision, Every Time

What initially drew me in was the brush-tip applicator. Unlike felt tips that can feel stiff or unpredictable, this liner features a tapered precision brush that glides smoothly across the lid.

It gives you complete control — whether you want a barely-there line or a bold, graphic wing. The flexibility of the brush makes it feel almost intuitive, like you’re painting rather than drawing. And once you get used to it, it’s very hard to go back.

The Perfect Black

BrushBlack is exactly what I look for in an eyeliner: deep, intense, and truly matte. The pigment payoff is immediate, with no need to go over the line multiple times. Moreover, it creates that crisp definition that instantly elevates any eye look — from minimal makeup days to full glam evenings.

Reliability Is Everything

What truly makes this liner a staple is its longevity. It’s designed to wear up to 24 hours, and in real life, it genuinely holds up through long days, humidity, and even busy schedules.

It’s smudge-proof, transfer-resistant, and water-resistant, meaning once it sets, it stays exactly where you placed it. Overall, there’s something incredibly reassuring about not having to check your eyeliner throughout the day — it just works.

Longwear Without the Struggle

Despite its staying power, it doesn’t feel harsh or difficult to remove. At the end of the day, it comes off easily with warm water, which makes it practical for everyday use without compromising performance.

This balance — long-wear yet easy removal — is something not every eyeliner manages to get right.

Why I Always Come Back to It

In a market full of new launches and trending formulas, this liner remains a constant because it ticks all the boxes: precision, pigment, performance, and ease.

It’s not just about how it looks when freshly applied — it’s about how it holds up throughout the day and how effortless the entire process is. And when a product consistently delivers that kind of reliability, it naturally earns its place as a staple.

For me, this is one of those products I don’t just like — I depend on.

The MAC Brushstroke 24-Hour Liner is a liquid eyeliner pen featuring a precision-brush tip. The tip offers smudge-proof, 24-hour wear and removes easily with warm water. Overall, this liner is best for anyone seeking a mistake-proof application for winged liner and those with sensitive eyes or contact lenses.

Other favorites from the brand include MAC Cosmetics Studio Radiance Face & Body Foundation (review and swatches here) and Setting Spray (review here),. Also, I have enjoyed Studio Radiance Moisturizing + Illuminating Silky Primer (review here) as a base before applying the face and body foundation. The combination just works so well.

Quick FAQ

Is MAC Brushstroke 24-Hour Liner waterproof? It is highly water-resistant and sweat-proof, meaning it stays put through humidity and tears. However, it is uniquely formulated to be removed easily with just warm water. Thus making it gentler on the eyes than traditional waterproof formulas. Last summer, I wore this during a humid outdoor wedding, and while my foundation melted, my wing didn't budge.

How do you keep the MAC Brushstroke Liner from drying out? To prevent the brush tip from drying, store the pen vertically with the tip facing downward. Thus, ensuring the ink remains saturated in the bristles for a smooth, skip-free application every time.

Is it safe for sensitive eyes? Yes, the MAC Brushstroke 24-Hour Liner is ophthalmologist-tested and safe for contact lens wearers.

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Givenchy Atelier Couture Eye Palette

Givenchy Atelier Couture Eye Palette (CAD $82) is a limited-edition palette features four vibrant, matte shadows to enhance the eyes and brows. It has an innovative semi-rigid foam applicator for precision, these highly-pigmented shades can be used to create a versatile range of looks, from soft and timeless to bold and daring. The rich, deep brown symbolizes the wood of the stockman and acts as the perfect shade for structuring both the eye and brow. The orangey-red and navy blue recalls the designer tape used in the studios, while the white is an ode to the cotton canvas that covers the bust.  The square applicator is like the chalk used by designers to sketch designs onto patterns.

The formula of the eyeshadow palette is very smooth and blends easily. The texture is matte. The pigmentation of the shades is good, right enough that you do not overdo even with a heavy hand, the swatches below for reference.

Givenchy Matte and Blur Primer Stick

Givenchy Matte and Blur Primer Stick (CAD $45) is described as a mattifying primer that’s also perfect for an instant touch-up. This stick mattifies complexion, blurs imperfections, and refines the appearance of skin texture. With passing time, the formula eliminates shine while keeping a luminous complexion with a transparent, soft, and velvety finish.

This universal pink shade can be applied to every skin tone. The stick format is easy to use and is also easy to carry everywhere. The finish is velvety matte effect to the skin all day long, great for daily routine or for touch-ups anytime.

Givenchy Mister Light Glow Highlighter

Givenchy Mister Light Glow Highlighter (CAD $44) is described as a golden glow highlighting pen that brightens and highlights the face. A single swipe of the brush gives a subtle, golden glow, and it’s easy to build up from there.  This can be used to add a dash of refinement to the look with the chic, golden hints at the inner corners of the eyes, the tops of cheekbones, above the brows, and on the Cupid’s bow.

I used it today and still wearing it in the evening, the glow is so natural and luminous. I swiped the highlighter on the highpoints of the face after my foundation, you can use it on the no-foundation days to give that glow to your skin. The formula is very smooth and light and the same time blends in easily.

Givenchy Khôl Couture Waterproof Eye Pencil – Champagne

Givenchy Khôl Couture Waterproof Eye Pencil (CAD $31) is described as a retractable waterproof pencil designed to define and highlight the eyes with precision. Featuring a smooth, creamy texture and vibrant color, this long-wearing formula resists heat and humidity for all-day wear.  This beautiful pale gold shade looks absolutely gorgeous in the waterline as a shimmering alternative to nude to get that awake and open eye kind of look.

The staying power is good, still going strong in the evening as I applied it in the morning. It would look great even for daily routine as it looks subtle yet makes a difference to the look. I reviewed eye essentials from Givenchy which I am using in rotation with this here if you are interested to give a read.

Overall, this is a beautiful collection and all the products are worth checking out based on what you need, whether for daily routine, occasional or as a collector's item. Just to mention again, this is a limited edition collection. All the products in this collection will be available at Sephora.ca from February 16, 2018.

*Press samples

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