Q&A for How to Use Colored Pencils as Eyeliner

Use a wet napkin or a cotton pad to remove with gentle swipes. Avoid rubbing it, because doing so could lead to making it look like you have a black eye!

No! You should not use a sharper pencil. If you want it to look thinner, just soak it for 5 minutes. This will also make it easier to use.

It's better to soak it again, but not for 5 minutes again. Just dip it in and you're ready to go!

Yes, after it has dried it will write on paper again. However, once you've used it as a colored pencil, don't use it on your eyes again. It will have bacteria on it that could infect your skin.

You can put a Crayola colored pencil in water if you can't find an actual eye liner, and no, it won't stain your skin.

Call the writing pencil company -- they will likely say that pencils shouldn't be used as makeup items as they have not been tested or made for this purpose. It would safest to get her a proper eyeliner pencil so that she won't have any problems and she'll appreciate your help.

Cease using it. Eyeliner isn't that expensive and does a better, softer job.

The liner will last through a day's worth of regular use. However, it is best to remove it as soon as you are done with the look. Under no circumstances should you leave it on while you sleep.

No colored pencil is considered safe for cosmetic use, regardless of the brand. To ensure the health and safety of your eyes, opt for a cosmetic grade eyeliner.

Any non-toxic brand. You definitely want to go with a more expensive one just to ensure quality.

Felt-tip pens are not meant for skin. Even if their labels state they are non-toxic, the ink can get into your eye, which can be dangerous.

It a wet towel doesn't work, use a little makeup remover or a gentle soap.

The box or packaging should say whether it's non-toxic. If you aren't sure, you can look up the brand online.

Use makeup setter. There are sprays and powders that can set your makeup so it won't fade as easily. Or just get a better eyeliner. Try a waterproof eyeliner or a higher-end liquid eyeliner, which will generally last longer.

The hot water softens the colored pencil so that the color comes off more easily. Warm or cold water won't work.

Yes, they should work just as well.

Soaking the eyeliner in water for around 7 to 10 minutes will help get a bolder look for the liner.