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Tarte EmphasEYES™ Aqua-Gel Eyeliner

What it is:A revolutionary long-wearing eyeliner that contains intensely rich mineral pigments in a 50% water concentration.What it does:This revolutionary EmphasEYES(TM) Aqua-Gel Eyeliner captures the high-pigment concentration and staying power of a gel pot in an effortless pencil, no brush required. Even more unique is the proprietary formula which suspends rich mineral pigments in a 50% water concentration. By a process of hydrous pigmentation, cooling and refreshing pure water absorbs into the skin to hydrate and replenish the delicate eye area, leaving behind an intense, long-wearing, and pigment-rich color. Fortified with vitamin E, cucumber, and aloe this soothing Aqua-Gel Eyeliner maintains moisture balance in the skin while treating with healing free-radical fighters. What it is formulated WITHOUT:- Parabens- Sulfates- Synthetic Fragrances- Synthetic Dyes- Petrochemicals- PhthalatesWhat else you need to know:EmphasEYES(TM) Aqua-Gel Eyeliner contains Skinvigorating(TM) ingredients like pure water that suspends mineral pigments while delivering and retaining moisture to replenish and hydrate skin, aloe leaf extract known for its soothing, healing, and antiseptic properties, which maintain moisture balance in the skin, vitamin E, which acts as an anti-inflammatory emollient and fights free radical damage, cucumber extract, which is rich in vitamins A and C and helps soothe skin, and mineral pigments, which soften the skin.Due to the unique nature of this formula, do not over advance the tip. A little is all you need to achieve rich color intensity! Make sure to always securely replace the cap to prevent dry out.Size: 0.003 oz
Average Rating:
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571 reviews
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236
4 stars
122
3 stars
49
2 stars
59
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Review 1 for EmphasEYES™ Aqua-Gel Eyeliner
heliotrope
Location:Seattle, WA
Skin Tone:Fair
Eye Color:Blue
Age:25-34
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
Absolutely terrible formulation in "teal"
-05.14.13
I got this because it was on sale, and I can tell why. The Teal color came off in chunks and lumps even at room temperature, and was impossible to apply. Not sure if this one experimental shade was a flop or what, but I certainly won't be taking my chances on any other Tarte liners now.
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Review 2 for EmphasEYES™ Aqua-Gel Eyeliner
moonny
Location:Maynard, MA
Skin Tone:Light
Eye Color:Blue
Age:35-44
3 out of 5
3 out of 5
Not so good
-05.05.13
I love the shade, but it's hard to put on, not smooth at all. I have this shade in the amazionian shade and love it like crazy. I just got this cause it was on sale, but I won't get it again.
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Review 3 for EmphasEYES™ Aqua-Gel Eyeliner
melka314
Location:West Dundee, IL
Skin Tone:Fair
Eye Color:Green
Age:25-34
3 out of 5
3 out of 5
Good Color
-05.03.13
Quick Take: smudgable
This breaks off really easy but It lines really well- I just used a brush and put it on.
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Review 4 for EmphasEYES™ Aqua-Gel Eyeliner
lataza
Location:Amesbury,MA
Age:25-34
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
No star
-04.29.13
Quick Take: horrible
Returned . Very disappointed.
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Review 5 for EmphasEYES™ Aqua-Gel Eyeliner
judity
Location:Bergenfield, NJ
Skin Tone:Light
Eye Color:Green
Age:45-54
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
disappointed
-04.26.13
The color is gorgeous and the reviews were good but I cannot apply this ... nothing happens. Either I press so hard the little point breaks or my skin gets mauled and no color transfers in the end.
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Review 6 for EmphasEYES™ Aqua-Gel Eyeliner
yackie
Location:Baker OR
Age:over 54
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
SO SO
-04.23.13
Quick Take: tarte emphaseyes gel eye liner
I am a recent Tarte convert, been using their products for about a year now, this is my least favorite purchase to date. Not soft and creamy, goes on very hard, hurts to apply. Very disappointed in this
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Review 7 for EmphasEYES™ Aqua-Gel Eyeliner
seasam
Location:Seattle, WA
Age:35-44
2 out of 5
2 out of 5
Dried out
-04.23.13
Quick Take: dry
This was dried out & crusty. I immediately returned it.
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Review 8 for EmphasEYES™ Aqua-Gel Eyeliner
msghosh
Location:Bartlesville, Oklahoma
Age:25-34
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
too soft and breaks easily
-04.23.13
While it is true that it lasts all day, even on oily lids ( i gave it to a friend), it breaks easily and is very hard to use. Additionally, if it gets even a little old, it gets dried out..
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Review 9 for EmphasEYES™ Aqua-Gel Eyeliner
Eyore
Age:45-54
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
Not good
-04.22.13
There is nothing gel-like about this--it is very dry and crumbly.
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Review 10 for EmphasEYES™ Aqua-Gel Eyeliner
purplejetta
Location:Redwood City CA
Age:35-44
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
Awful
-04.22.13
This is supposed to be a gel eyeliner? Maybe I got one that went bad but this is a dried out crumbly eye scraping mess. I did get it on sale but it's not worth the $9 I paid for it. Avoid at all costs!!
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Review 11 for EmphasEYES™ Aqua-Gel Eyeliner
mauibeachgirl10
Location:Maui Hawaii
Age:over 54
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
Poor quality too soft!
-04.21.13
Quick Take: maybe old
All 3 of the colors I purchased were too soft and broke off first time used. I am returning them.
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Review 12 for EmphasEYES™ Aqua-Gel Eyeliner
cet1
Location:toms river nj
Age:35-44
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
Impossible to apply~
-04.21.13
This eyeliner is so creamy that it is impossible to manage a proper line, and I went to ART SCHOOL! (lol, so I think I can draw a line!) I threw it away.
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Review 13 for EmphasEYES™ Aqua-Gel Eyeliner
gaylak
Location:Boulder, CO
Age:45-54
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
Disappointing
-04.20.13
These pencils are too soft and break with the slightest pressure. Since they were on sale I'm guessing they are being discontinued. I threw them away.
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Review 14 for EmphasEYES™ Aqua-Gel Eyeliner
lynmoy
Location:Yardley, PA
Age:over 54
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Winner
-04.19.13
Quick Take: unique, effective, tricky, long lasting
Goes on smooth, lasts well and can be smudged. I like the almost wet texture and there is great color payoff. Can be tricky to work with but once you get used to the different texture, the results rock. Yes, I like. More colors please...a nice warm brown would be nice.
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Review 15 for EmphasEYES™ Aqua-Gel Eyeliner
cliniquewearer
Location:Los Angeles, CA
Age:over 54
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
amazing eyeliner
-04.19.13
I have tried many different brands of pencil liners. The Tarte Aqua-gel is the best! I experienced no "pulling" and it goes on very smoothly and easily. Highly pigmented so I don't have to keep adding on. Easy to remove since it is 50% water concentration - non-irritating and a pleasure to use.
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Review 16 for EmphasEYES™ Aqua-Gel Eyeliner
hjda
Location:Katy, TX
Age:45-54
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
beautiful color
-04.18.13
Love this color, it goes on smoothly and stays on for hours!
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Review 17 for EmphasEYES™ Aqua-Gel Eyeliner
abrs
Location:San Diego, CA
Age:25-34
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Cream liner in a stick
-04.18.13
Really like the staying power and waterproof quality of the liner. It's very soft which is a nice change for a waterproof eyeliner. However it can be too soft, so I didn't give it 5 stars. The pencil can't really stand up to the needs of an eyeliner pencil. Tarte warns its soft, but it is REALLY soft. I ended up using an angled eyeliner brush to get the smooth, even line I wanted. Still like it, but wish it was more hardy.
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Review 18 for EmphasEYES™ Aqua-Gel Eyeliner
trinitude
Location:ny ny
Age:45-54
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
EmphasEYES™ Aqua-Gel Eyeliner
-04.18.13
the truest navy bluest eyeliner i ever saw! most ones i tried before boasted navy, but were far from it. this tarte liner is new, crisp and oh! so elegant!
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Review 19 for EmphasEYES™ Aqua-Gel Eyeliner
treschic88
Location:Newport Beach, CA
Age:18-24
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
smudge smudge smudge
-04.16.13
I wanted to like this product as it comes from a brand I love. I got it on sale just to try it and I was very disappointed. Although the product goes on smoothly, it smudges excessively even with eye primer on. I returned this item and would not recommend this.
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Review 20 for EmphasEYES™ Aqua-Gel Eyeliner
callmebetty
Location:Southern Oregon
Age:35-44
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Green is really nice
-04.15.13
I got this on a whim in the green color, and I really like it. Color is true, goes on smooth and stays put.
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