So I picked up this Kosas eyeliner filter everyone’s buzzing about. Figured I’d put that “waterproof” claim to the test since summer’s coming and raccoon eyes ain’t my vibe. Hit up the makeup store yesterday and slapped down cash for it.
First Impressions
Packaging feels fancy – sleek matte tube with rose gold details. Twist-up tip was firm, no crumbling when I swatched it on my hand. Color payoff looked solid too, real dark black with zero patchiness.
The Application Test
Smeared it on my lid this morning exactly how I do my regular routine:
- Dragged the tip along my lash line slow and steady
- Waited two minutes for it to dry completely
- Wiggle-tested by squinting like staring at the sun
Barely felt any tugging during application, which surprised me. Usually pencil liners pull like hell. Smudge test? Passed with flying colors – rubbed the swatch with my finger and nada came off.
Waterproof Torture Time
Here’s where things got spicy. At noon I:
- Stuck my face under the bathroom sink faucet for a full minute
- Rubbed my eyes aggressively with wet fingers
- Even tried the “cry test” with onion slices (looked insane doing it)
Mirror check showed smudges near outer corners where water pooled. Like maybe 20% faded? The center line held up though, kinda shocked me. Took makeup remover to finally erase it completely.
Final Verdict
Water resistant? Yeah sure. Indestructible? Nah. Survived casual sweat and rain but full aquatic submersion ain’t happening. Worth buying if you want decent staying power with easy application, just don’t plan on ugly-crying during rom-coms.