Updated on October 13, 2023

13 Best Vegan Eyeliner For Pigment & Precision Perfection | 2023 Update!

This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, I may earn a small commission.

Looking for a pigmented vegan eyeliner that’s also long-wearing, smudge-resistant, or waterproof?

In this guide, I’m sharing the best vegan eyeliners. Whether you prefer liquid, gel, pencil, or brush-tip, there’s something for you in this list!

Unfortunately, most drugstore and high-end eyeliner are from brands that still test on animals, like Maybelline, L’Oreal, Revlon, MAC, Chanel, Bobbi Brown, Shiseido, Tom Ford, Clarins, Lancome, and should be avoided when looking for a cruelty-free and vegan eyeliner.

In addition, some liquid and pencil eyeliner may contain animal-derived ingredients or by-products. Common animal-based ingredients found in eyeliner formulas may include beeswax, carmine, pearl powder, and stearic acid.

Vegan Eyeliner

All of the eyeliners mentioned in this post are from brands that have been verified as being truly cruelty-free and don’t test on animals. Note that I’ve included some options from cruelty-free brands that are owned by an animal-tested parent company. If you choose not to purchase from these brands, avoid the ones marked with an * asterisk.

All of the eyeliners have been verified as being vegan-friendly and don’t contain any animal-derived ingredients. However, there are a couple that may have some shades that contain carmine (like Urban Decay, Fenty, and Victoria Beckham). I’ve noted which shades are or are not vegan, but always check the manufacturer’s website for the most up-to-date information, as ingredients and formulations may change.

Best Liquid Eyeliner Vegan

*KVD Tattoo Liner Vegan Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner

KVD Tatto Liner is an award-winning, waterproof vegan liquid eyeliner with tattoo-bold pigment, a satin finish, and an ultra-precise brush tip that makes it easy to get sharp lines every time. Available in Black and Brown.

*Note: KVD is cruelty-free, but KVD is owned by Kendo and LVMH, a parent company that is NOT cruelty-free.


NYX Epic Ink Liner

*NYX Epic Ink Liner

Featuring a slender and supple felt brush tip, this vegan eyeliner by NYX is an intensely pigmented, waterproof eyeliner pen that lets you achieve precise, seamless, black/brown liquid lines effortlessly. Available in Black and Brown.

*Note: NYX is cruelty-free, but NYX is owned by L’Oreal, a parent company that is NOT cruelty-free.


Fenty Beauty Flyliner Longwear Vegan Liquid Eyeliner

*Fenty Beauty Flyliner Longwear Liquid Eyeliner

Featuring a smart triangle shape that makes it easy to hold, Flyliner’s all about eye-opening drama—minus the stress. It all comes down to its super-flex felt tip that allows for smooth, uninterrupted ink flow from every angle. Available in Black and Brown.

*Note: Fenty is cruelty-free, but KVD is owned by Kendo and LVMH, a parent company that is NOT cruelty-free.


*ILIA Clean Line Liquid Eyeliner

A liquid eyeliner with an ultra-fine tip for precise definition and smudge-proof, all-day wear. This clean, carbon-black-free liquid liner features a fine felt tip that gives you the control to flick on a barely-there tight line or a bold cat eye with confidence. And with its quick-dry formula, it’s easy to keep everything in line—no creasing, smudging, or feathering. It is definition redefined.

*Note: ILIA is cruelty-free, but ILIA is owned by Clarins, a parent company that is NOT cruelty-free.

Best Vegan Eyeliner Pencil

Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil Vegan-Friendly

*Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil

Enjoy vibrant, long-lasting color that comes in *38 pigment-packed shades, with 5 different finishes: matte, shimmer, glitter, satin, and metallic. With a creamy and bendable formula, these eye pencils glide onto the skin with ease before drying into a waterproof and smudge-proof eyeliner.

*Non-vegan shades include Psychedelic Sister, Love Drug, Woodstock, Rockstar, Roxy, Alkaline, Bourbon, Corrupt, Demolition, Sabbath, Vice, and Empire. (See UD’s website for most up-to-date info)

*Note: Urban Decay is cruelty-free, but NYX is owned by L’Oreal and LVMH, a parent company that is NOT cruelty-free.


Victoria Beckham Satin Kajal Vegan Liner

Victoria Beckham Satin Kajal Liner

A highly-pigmented, ultra-creamy eyeliner pencil with waterproof wear that lasts all day. Glides on with ease and blends seamlessly. Available in a range of colors but only the colors Black, Bronze, Ash, and Cocoa are vegan.


Fenty Beauty Flypencil Longwear Pencil Eyeliner

*Fenty Beauty Flypencil Longwear Pencil Eyeliner

Serving up hyper-pigmented color pops and neutrals, this eyeliner’s convenient twist-up tip glides across lids for lightweight, smudge-resistant lines. Come in a wide range of matte, shimmer, metallic, and glitter shades for effortless no-limit looks that last.

*The following shades are vegan: Cuz I’m Black, Bachelor Pad, In Big Truffle, Black Card, Space Cookie, Moon Dunez, Sea About It, Lady Lagoon, Bank Tank, Chromewrecker, She a Problem, Grillz and Bad Bride. (See Fenty’s website for most up-to-date info)

*Note: Fenty is cruelty-free, but KVD is owned by Kendo and LVMH, a parent company that is NOT cruelty-free.


Makeup by Mario Master Pigment Pro Vegan Eyeliner Pencil

Makeup by Mario Master Pigment Pro Eyeliner Pencil

Mario’s dual-ended, velvety gel-based formula delivers a full-coverage finish in a single swipe. It has incredible grip after it sets but still allows time to blend, layer, and define. For a soft, symmetrical line, use the brush to smudge and blend. Available in Black, Browns, Purple, and Blue.


About Face Line Artist Longwear Gel Vegan Eyeliner

About Face Line Artist Longwear Gel Eyeliner

High-definition gel vegan eyeliner that delivers intense pigment in a silky, matte formula for hyper-precise, one-stroke application. Available in 13 shades that are all 100% vegan and ranges from smoldering dark tones to vividly colorful hues. Also includes a built-in sharpener.


*Hourglass 1.5MM Mechanical Gel Eye Liner

The thinnest and softest waterproof gel vegan eyeliner, encapsulated in a 1.5MM mechanical pencil, this liner offers precision accuracy and ease of application. No pot, no brush, no clean-up required. Just two clicks to create a variety of eye looks that resist transfer for extended wear.

*Note: Hourglass is cruelty-free, but Hourglass is owned by Unilever, a parent company that is NOT cruelty-free.


Kulfi Underlined Kajal Clean Waterproof Long-Wear Eyeliner

Swap your liquid liner for this first-of-its-kind, award-winning kajal eyeliner. Combining the same intense pigment and longevity of a liquid eyeliner with the ease of a retractable liner, the drag-proof formula is infused with moisturizing aloe vera and vitamin E.


Westman Atelier Eye Love You Clean Kôhl Eyeliner Pencil

This ultra-clean, kôhl formula effortlessly glides intense pigment without skipping—even in the delicate inner eye area. Create any look, from dramatic definition to subtle smoke. The pencil can be sharpened.


Melt Cosmetics Ultra Matte Gel Eyeliner

Melt Cosmetics Ultra Matte Gel Eyeliner

An ultra-pigmented, stay-all-day vegan waterproof gel liner that makes it easy to create clean graphic lines or can be blended out like a cream shadow. The chic custom Melt jar will keep your creamy, ultra-pigmented gel liner just as creamy as the day you opened it. Available in Black and Brown.

Kindly Share
the Good Vibes

Inspire others to make a positive change by sharing this resource on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, or Email.

Share /

Share on facebook
Share on twitter
Share on pinterest
Share on email

What do you think

Leave a Comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *