Tips to choose the right kajal for beautiful eyes

Kajal is the most common cosmetic that is used to enhance the beauty of the eyes, yet due to the numerous options available, it is indeed hard to choose which one is the right one for your eyes. Celebrity beauty expert and entrepreneur Shahnaz Hussain highlights the uses of each kajal that will help you choose the right one for your eyes.

Different Types of Kajal
With numerous options of kajal available in the market, it is essential to understand how each one has its advantages so you can choose the one that suits your requirements. Here is how to decode it all:

Retractable pencil kajal
Also called the twister kajal, it does not require sharpening; you twist it from the bottom, and the kajal comes out. Easy to use and apply, this is the most popular type of kajal trend these days. The advantage of using this type of kajal is that it smoothly glides over the eyelid and is waterproof and smudge-proof, making it ideal for humid/rainy seasons.

Pencil kajal
Available in plastic or wooden casing, you will need to sharpen this kajal with a specialised sharpener provided with it. The glide is smooth with a creamy finish; you can smudge it a bit for a smoky eye effect. It is long-lasting and water-resistant too.



Pot kajal
It comes in a small jar or pot that can be semi-solid or solid in texture, applied with the help of a sponge applicator that comes with it. It can also be applied using your finger; whichever way you find it convenient to use, it is easy to blend as per your requirement and can be used for layered effects.

Gel Kajal
A jar packing or a tube packing in which this kajal is provided along with an applicator wand. Provides a creamy smooth texture that requires drying out to set the finish. Highly pigmented and long-lasting. It doesn’t fade throughout the day.

Tips for Applying Kajal
At times, applying kajal may be a bit trickier than it appears; a simple task requires you to be meticulous enough to be able to achieve that perfect kajal look. Follow these tips:

· If you are using pencil kajal, avoid sharpening it too well, as the tip may hurt your eye and scratch your eye, or the waterline of your eye may get damaged. The tip is to first use tissue paper and smudge the tip of the pencil to ensure it is no longer too sharp.

· Avoid applying kajal in moving vehicles. As tempting as it may seem for you to touch up at the last minute, it may directly damage your eye or retina.


· For those who wear contact lenses, they should use a smudge-proof kajal formulation or a liquid one, but ensure it dries out, then wear your contact lenses for safety purposes.

· Never share your personal care products, including kajal, or you may get eye infections through the transfer of bacteria.

· Use an oil-based makeup remover to ensure no residue is left.


· Avoid using a glitter or shimmer kajal, as it may damage your eyesight; the presence of mica or glitter particles is harmful to the eye. Therefore, it is suggested to use herbal kajal, which is always safe to use.


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