Epic Inky Stix Creamy Mechanical Gel Eyeliner

A cream gel eyeliner pencil is an eyeliner that combines the creamy glide and intense pigmentation of gel pot liners with the convenient, easy-to-control format of a pencil. Epic Inky Stix delivers the same smooth, ultra-pigmented formula you’d expect from a gel or cream pot, but without needing a brush for application. The click-up mechanism and slanted tip make it simple to create thin detailing, bold wings, or graphic liner shapes with precision. 

A cream gel eyeliner pencil is different from liquid eyeliner because it offers gel-like pigmentation and glide in a pencil format that’s easier to control. This pencil format changes how it applies, the styles of eyeliner you can create, and the level of precision you get. Below is a comparison to help you decide which formula best suits your skill level and desired look. 

Cream Gel Eyeliner Pencil (like Epic Inky Stix): 

• Application: Applies in a pencil format with a smooth, creamy no-skip formula, without the need for a brush. 
• Pigmentation: High-impact color in one swipe. 
• Versatility: Works for thin lines, bold wings, tightlining, or soft-diffused edges before setting. 
• Best For: Beginners to pros wanting control with rich, long-wear color. 

Liquid Eyeliner: 

• Application: Typically has a built-in precision felt-tip or brush-tip applicator, like Epic Ink Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner does. 
• Pigmentation: Creates ultra-sharp, crisp, and defined lines. 
• Versatility: Best for thin lines, bold wings, and graphic liner sharpness.  
• Best For: Beginners to pros or anyone wanting razor-sharp definition or dramatic, high-impact lines. 

Yes, Epic Inky Stix Gel Eyeliner is waterproof, meaning it resists moisture, sweat, and humidity while maintaining bold, intense color up to 24 hours. The waterproof gel liner formula is designed for all-day wear without smudging or fading, making it ideal for long days, nights out, humid weather, or any occasion where you need eyeliner that stays put. 

Epic Inky Stix is not fully smudge-proof, but it is smudge-resistant, offering long-lasting, flake-resistant wear that lasts up to 24 hours. The quick-dry formula locks color in place quickly to maintain crisp lines and avoid smudging. For maximum longevity, especially on oily lids or long days, pair your eyeliner with an eye primer and finish your makeup with a setting spray. 

Yes, you can use Epic Inky Stix on the waterline. Its creamy gel eyeliner stick pencil format and no-skip formula make it especially effective for clean, controlled application on the waterline. 

Tips for best results: 

• Gently blot your waterline dry before applying. 
• Use the pointed tip for short, precise strokes. 

For more pro tips and a full tutorial, check out our guide on how to tightline. 

To get more product out of Epic Inky Stix Waterproof Gel Eyeliner Pencil, click the bottom of the pencil 1–2 times. The mechanical gel eyeliner uses a click-up design, so no sharpening is needed. 

The benefit of the Epic Inky Stix slanted tip is that it allows you to create both precise thin lines and bold, angled strokes with a single tool. The pointed edge gives you clean detailing for tightlining or subtle definition, while the flat edge makes it easy to build thickness, shape a wing, or create graphic eyeliner looks without needing a separate brush. This dual-function slanted eyeliner tip provides maximum control, smooth application, and the flexibility to switch from everyday definition to statement artistry instantly. 

Epic Inky Stix Gel Eyeliner is highly pigmented and delivers intense, inky color in just one swipe. The cream-gel texture ensures smooth, even payoff that stays vibrant throughout its 24-hour wear, making it perfect for bold lines or colorful eye looks. 

You can choose an Epic Inky Stix Gel Eyeliner shade by considering the finish (matte or metallic), the look you want to create, and how different colors enhance your eye color. From everyday definition to statement looks, each shade and finish offers a different effect. 

Choose an Epic Inky Stix Gel Eyeliner shade by finish: 

• Matte shades give crisp, clean definition for daytime or bolder looks.  
  • Try Black Screen (matte black) or Ember Energy (matte warm brown) for a more natural, minimalistic look. 
  • For a brighter liner look, try Cobalt Click (intense matte blue), Cyber Cyan (matte electric aqua blue), Lavender Link (matte light purple), On-Lime (matte electric green), or Wired White (matte white). 
• Metallic shades add shine and dimension that pop for more evening looks or a fun daytime look. 
  • If you want some shimmer but want to keep it more subtle, try Kinetic Copper (metallic copper). 
  • Try Robotic Red (metallic red), Turbo Teal (metallic dark turquoise), Blush Byte (metallic coral pink), Electric Emerald (metallic green), or Silver Shock (metallic silver) for a bold, high-impact effect. 

Choose an Epic Inky Stix Gel Eyeliner shade by occasion: 

• Daytime: Matte neutral tones like Ember Energy or Black Screen offer soft yet defined looks. 
• Night Out: Metallic shades like Silver Shock or Electric Emerald elevate glam or event makeup. 
• Creative or Festival Looks: Bright mattes like Cyber Cyan, On-Lime, or Wired White make vibrant graphic liner easy. For a more shimmering finish, check out metallic shades like Blush Byte, Robotic Red, or Turbo Teal. 
• Soft Color Accents: Lavender Link or Blush Byte add subtle pops of color without overpowering your look. 

Choose an Epic Inky Stix Gel Eyeliner shade by eye color: 

• Brown Eyes: Blues (Cyber Cyan, Cobalt Click) and greens (Electric Emerald) create standout contrast. 
• Green Eyes: Purples (Lavender Link) and warm tones (Kinetic Copper) enhance natural brightness. 
• Blue Eyes: Warm shades (Kinetic Copper, Blush Byte) and rich teals (Turbo Teal) intensify the eye’s natural color. 
• Hazel Eyes: Greens (Electric Emerald, On-Lime) and bronzy tones (Kinetic Copper, Robotic Red) complement shifting undertones. 

If you want to see what Epic Inky Stix shades look like before you buy, try them on with our Virtual Makeup Try On Tool. 

Epic Inky Stix Gel Eyeliner lasts up to 24 hours, providing long-wear performance that resists smudging, fading, and flaking. This makes it ideal for all-day wear, nights out, festivals, and high-humidity environments. For even more staying power, start your makeup look with a makeup primer and finish your look with a setting spray. 

Yes, Epic Inky Stix Gel Eyeliner is vegan and cruelty-free. The formula provides bold, long-wear performance while aligning with conscious beauty values. 

Epic Inky Stix Gel Eyeliner should be replaced every 12 months after opening. Store in a cool, dry place and replace your eyeliner sooner if the texture changes, feels dry, or no longer applies smoothly.