Neutrogena Smokey Kohl Eyeliner Dark Brown — Creamy, Water-Resistant Kohl with Vitamin E, Smooth-Glide Long-Wear

Neutrogena Smokey Kohl Eyeliner in Dark Brown is a creamy, highly pigmented kohl pencil that glides on smoothly, stays water- and smudge-resistant after a brief blending window, and contains antioxidant Vitamin E.

Designed for creating deep, smokey looks without fuss, this Neutrogena eyeliner delivers rich color in a single sweep and allows short-term smudging for soft blending before it sets. Its formula balances immediate blendability with long-lasting wear: you can sculpt a smoky edge during the first 30 seconds, then rely on a line that resists water, smudging, and flaking once dry. The pencil’s gentle formula is made to be comfortable on the eye area and comes in Dark Brown to add warmth and definition to a range of skin tones and makeup styles.

How quickly does the color appear and can I blend it?

Color shows up strongly with just one pass, so you don’t need multiple strokes to build intensity. The formula remains workable for about 30 seconds, giving you a short window to smudge or soften the line before it sets into a long-wear finish.

• Highly pigmented for instant color payoff
• Glides on smoothly for even application
• Smudgeable for roughly 30 seconds for smokey looks

Will it hold up against water, smudging, and daily wear?

After the initial blending period, the liner dries to a resilient finish designed to resist everyday moisture and movement. Once set, it’s formulated to minimize flaking and fading so your eye makeup stays defined through a typical day or evening out.

• Water-resistant finish helps maintain lines in humid conditions
• Smudge- and flake-resistant after drying
• Long-wear performance suitable for day-to-night looks

What skincare or comfort benefits does this eyeliner provide?

This kohl contains antioxidant Vitamin E, included to help nourish and condition the delicate skin around the eyes while delivering color. The texture is formulated to feel smooth rather than drag across the lash line, helping reduce irritation from application.

• Infused with Vitamin E for conditioning benefits
• Gentle formulation intended for comfort during wear
• Smooth glide reduces tugging on delicate eye skin

How does Dark Brown work with different makeup looks?

Dark Brown is a versatile shade that adds depth without the starkness of black, making it easy to soften daytime looks or build richer smokey eyes for evening. It works well along upper and lower lash lines, and can be blended into shadow for a cohesive, smudged effect.

• Warmer alternative to black for softer definition
• Pairs well with neutral and bronze eyeshadows
• Suitable for lining, tightlining, or smudging into a smoky finish

Who is this for: Ideal for anyone who wants an easy-to-use eyeliner that gives immediate color payoff, a brief window to blend, and reliable wear after setting. It’s a good fit for makeup beginners who appreciate simplicity, busy people who need long-lasting definition, and anyone looking for a softer, brown-toned alternative to black for everyday or evening looks.

Ingredients

Triemethylsiloxysilicate, Methyl Trimethicone, Isohexadecane, Polyethylene, Paraffin, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Silica, Zinc Stearate, Microcrystalline Wax, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate, Methicone, Tocopheryl Acetate, Iron Oxides May Contain: Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Black 2, Blue 1 Lake, Carmine, Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide, Titanium Dioxide, Ultramarines