How To Master Cat-Eye Liner (VIDEO)

Stylelist/The Huffington Post | By Stylelist Staff | Posted: 09/23/11 05:51 PM ET | Updated: 10/13/11 06:51 PM ET

Seen on icons from Sophia Loren to Brigitte Bardot to Angelina Jolie, cat-eye liner remains one of the most classic -- and stunning -- beauty looks. When done right the effect is utterly sexy, but mastering it with smooth precision -- and preventing any wonkiness from a shaky hand -- can be a little daunting. While practice will of course makes perfect, there are a few tips (and tools) to getting it right.

Watch the video for a step-by-step guide to creating the perfect cat-eye effect, and click through the gallery for our favorite celebrity inspirations.

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Beth Bender

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09:57 PM on 10/06/2011

Another easy way to create cat eyeliner- http://www.beautystylewatch.com/2011/10/05/how-to-create-easy-cat-eyeliner-in-2-easy-steps/

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rissya

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08:26 PM on 09/27/2011

So glad I stumbled onto this video! Such a great look, and amazingly easy to follow steps! I'm going to a wedding next weekend and can't wait to show off my new cat eye look. Thanks!

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craftycrow

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12:37 PM on 09/26/2011

I love how the people criticizing this person for this tutorial can't even spell correctly.

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evors

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10:02 PM on 09/25/2011

You people are rediculous. She did great. This a tutoral to give basic, easy instructions to do the cat eye FOR THE AVERAGE person. No more no less. Why are you people leaving negative comments? If everyone is such a expert make up artist where's your video then. Some of these comments are just good ol' fashion hatin!

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Maggie420

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07:39 PM on 09/25/2011

post-it trick seems great..that's my biggest issue drawing that "perfect" line. :-)

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CaliKM

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07:12 PM on 09/25/2011

I think it's great to see a regular chick doing these things. Very do-able! Thanks!

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mjorod

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04:32 PM on 09/25/2011

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Scasso

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01:48 PM on 09/25/2011

Love the post-it note! It really does work. Thank you!

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Beautiful Face Makeup

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01:39 PM on 09/25/2011

This is a great tutorial! So many girls want to know how to do this, and it's easy for anyone to follow. And by the way, for people who are saying negative things, it's not meant for makeup artists, it's meant for everyone. If you're a makeup artist, then you already know how to do this. Stop hatin'!

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mreowp

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12:45 PM on 09/25/2011

whats with all these negative comments? i think this chick did a good job.

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Olivia Goodman

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12:15 PM on 09/25/2011

Good video! Simple, helpful instruction that was easy to follow. Love the post-it tip.

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pslcitizen

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12:08 AM on 09/25/2011

Liquid liner is too harsh & unnatrual.

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wpababy

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11:52 PM on 09/24/2011

Amateur. I do cat-eye every, single day and have for over 15 years. Her's was smeared and cheap looking. Also, while showing her "wing" (where did she get this term???) it showed how she allowed it to dry unevenly. I ONLY use Revlon Colorstay eyeliner and it doesn't smear AT ALL. Ever. It takes seconds in the morning for me to do and I don't touch it up all day. I've also had many women ask me what brand of "liquid eyeliner" I use and I tell them: Colorstay, only Colorstay and not the liquid, the pencil. Smashbox, I'm embarrassed for you. A Post-It note? Please! Don't be ridiculous.

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