A good kajal or eyeliner is one of those products people are surprisingly loyal to, since the right formula means the difference between a sharp line that lasts through a full day and one that smudges by noon, especially in Dhaka’s heat and humidity. Our edit brings together drugstore staples and prestige favorites, so whether you want something reliable for everyday wear or something built for a full glam look, it is all in one place.
For everyday, budget friendly options, Rimmel and Maybelline remain go to names, known for kajal that glides on smoothly and eyeliners that hold up through long office days. L’Oreal, NYX, and e.l.f. round out this accessible tier, each offering both kajal and eyeliner formats in shades and finishes that work for daily wear without compromising on pigment.
On the prestige side, Huda Beauty and Too Faced bring richer pigment and longer wear, ideal for building a bolder eye look for weddings or evening events. Fenty Beauty offers the same inclusive, high pigment approach the brand is known for across its full makeup line, while our Sephora edit covers kajal and eyeliner picks curated from Sephora’s own house line, known for dependable, no-fuss formulas.
Whether you are lining your waterline for a soft, smoky everyday look or going for a sharp winged liner for a holud or wedding event, smudge resistant, long wearing formulas matter most in our climate. Pair any of these with a setting spray from our Face Mists collection to help your full eye look last through long, humid days.
Taupe Notch sources every kajal and eyeliner brand directly, so you are getting authentic formulas, not the diluted or counterfeit versions that circulate through unofficial sellers.