A good eyeliner should do a lot for us, such as last for a long time, not smudge, tug or crease, be easy to use, waterproof, smooth and precise application, and come in all kinds of colors. Additionally, if you’re also a conscious consumer, you’re probably thinking about ingredients that are cruelty-free and not from animals as well.

It’s difficult to find a cruelty-free eyeliner when the majority of drugstore and popular makeup brands like L’Oreal, Rimmel, Benefit, MAC, Bobbi Brown, and Maybelline are not vegan.

Even if a brand guarantees that its products are cruelty-free, some eyeliners still contain ingredients that come from animals, such as Stearic Acid, Beeswax, or even Carmine.

Friends, don’t worry! You don’t need to stress or wing it at the store when you have this list of the best cruelty-free and vegan eyeliners. There is an eyeliner here for everyone, whether you want to replace a non-vegan eyeliner or just want to discover something new!

Some of these eyeliners originate from brands that do not test on animals, but are owned by a parent company that does. As a rule of thumb, look for the * next to these brands if you choose to avoid them.

Kat Von D – Tattoo Vegan Liner

Tattoo Liner by Kat Von D  This vegan eyeliner by Kat Von D is one of the most popular choices for both vegans and non-vegans. Liquid eyeliner, also known as eyeshadow, is the holy grail of eye makeup, capable of creating every type of look imaginable on every sort of eye. With its ultra-precise brush tip, Kat Von D Tattoo Liner is ideal for both makeup beginners and makeup professionals.

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

24/7 Glide-on Eye Pencil by Urban Decay “This is not your average eyeliner. This award-winning line of 24/7 pencils delights you with lush shades, deep metallics, and unusually vibrant neutrals. They are creamy, forever-lasting, award-winning, and waterproof. “The best Eyeliner Pencil in the world!”   Comes in 40 different colors and finishes.

L’Oreal, which owns Urban Decay and tests on animals when the law mandates it, still tests on animals.

NYX Epic Ink Vegan Liner

Epic Ink Liner by NYX*  This is a great affordable, drugstore vegan eyeliner! Brown and black colors available. This waterproof pen with a slender brush tip lets you effortlessly create black liquid lines. It creates perfect lines with every stroke.”

The company is owned by L’Oreal, a parent company which continues to conduct animal tests where required by law

Long Last Liquid Vegan Eyeliner

This natural liquid vegan eyeliner from 100% Pure is a favorite among natural and green beauty bloggers for good reason, because it’s made from crushed, micronized black tea leaves instead of harsh synthetic dyes! However, be aware that this liner will take a little longer to dry because it is quite “wet”. Once it sets, the makeup will not smudge and will last all day!

There are 3 colours to choose from: black tea, blackberry, and dark chocolate.

Hourglass – 1.5MM Mechanical Vegan Gel Eye Liner

Hourglass 1.5MM Mechanical Gel Eye Liner is an intense and lasting pencil liner with the comfort and precision of a gel liner. With precision accuracy and ease of application, this liner is packaged in a 1.5MM mechanical pencil. Formulated for precise lining between lashes, the 1.5mm mechanical pencil has a 1.5mm diameter. Five eyeliner colors that create a dramatic look with just six clicks and one stroke.

Despite Hourglass being owned by Unilever, one of the largest corporations that still tests its products on animals when required by law, it should be noted that Hourglass is owned by Unilever.

Zuzu Luxe Liquid Vegan Eyeliner

Zuzu Luxe Liquid Eyeliner With a fine calligraphy tip, Zuzu Luxe’s vegan liquid eyeliner’s gluten-free, quick-drying formula will line, shape, and define your eyes with supreme precision. Seven colors available.

ColourPop BFF Liquid Vegan Liner

It’s your next best friend (hence the name!) if you’re looking for a liquid liner with lots of color options. Eight colors available. An easy-to-use, precision felt tip liquid eyeliner pen with intense pigmentation that glides on smoothly with no skipping or tugging no matter how thick or thin your line