Marc Jacobs Beauty released some beautiful sets for the holiday season. The Sky-Liner Petites Highliner Collection ($45 for 7 eyeliner minis, each 0.37 g / 0.01 oz) has been on my list for quite some time and after a few days of testing I can say that I think it’s a must if you like eyeliner and want some options that are beyond the basic black and brown.
This set has seven different minis of the Marc Jacobs Beauty Highliners (full sized options are $25 each). These are twist-up gel pencils that are waterproof. The pigment of these is quite intense but the formula is smooth and glides on the eyes nicely without any tugging. I was really pleased to find how easy it was to layer nicely and get a precise line. Given the smooth texture when you apply these, I was worried these might be one of those types of pencils that didn’t stay put. But after you let these sit for a minute, they truly are budge-proof. Compared to other long-wear pencils, I would say these last a lot longer than Urban Decay 24/7 pencils and even more than Chanel Stylo Yeuxs. Lasting power is as good as Burberry Effortless Kohls (reviewed here).
I had tested a mini that was a Sephora Beauty Insider 100 Point perk back in August and loved it. The other shades in this set are just as good and had it not been for the minis I probably wouldn’t have tried some of the other fun colors and totally missed out. It comes cased in a sleek black tin.
All the shades are shimmery except Blacquer. The shimmer isn’t overly frosty on the eyes though, for me it’s really perfect. I’m in my early 30’s and for those who want to know if anyone over 25 years of age can wear these, I would say absolutely yes.
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The colors in the Sky-Liner Highliner set include:
- O(Vert) is a shimmery sage green
- Brown(Out) is a metallic deep chocolate brown
- Sunset is an interesting warm coppery gold
- Midnight in Paris is a deep teal shimmer
- Th(ink) is a violet navy blue metallic
- (Plum) age is a bright orchid purple shimmer
- Blacquer is a lush glossy deep black
For size reference next to my hand, you can see these are really cute mini-sized liners:
If you’re like me and won’t buy sets unless you like all the colors know that all the shades are available for individual purchase. Wearing colors like Sunset and Plumage are a bit of a stretch for me based on my natural instinct. I gravitate towards neutrals but every once in a while I have a makeover at a counter (like with NARS and Chanel) where they use some more wild colors as an accent on the eyes. I’m always surprised that it actually looks nice although I’ve never been able to bring myself to splurge on a full sized pencil I know I will only use occasionally. For me, this is the benefit of mini sets. This year has brought a lot of sets that have items I know I will actually be able to use up while still giving me mini bite-sized options that I can test out before seeing if I want to splurge on the full-sized versions.
I still haven’t quite figured out how to wear Sunset (any recs would be appreciated) but I’ve tested each of the other six shades and really like them.
The Marc Jacobs Beauty Sky-Liner set retails for $45 and is limited-edition. As of right now, the set is still available online at Marc Jacobs Beauty. It was available at Sephora but looks like it’s currently sold out online, if you are brave enough to go to the mall these days, you might want to check in store. Update 12/13 back in stock online at Sephora! After testing the colors, I can say I highly recommend it. They last all day long and didn’t budge at all from morning until late evening.
Did you buy any of the Marc Jacobs Beauty sets? Or the Black Friday sets? What did you think?
The Sky-Liner Petites set was provided courtesy of Marc Jacobs Beauty for review consideration.
They're amazing…
I love how pigmented the liners are. Do you find that the wear for a decent length of time?
Yes, they stay put all day, they outlast UD 24/7 liners on me by a long shot.
I wanted this set so badly, but it was already sold out. I'm so gutted as these look pretty awesome. The colours are to die for. I totally agree that it's a great set for venturing with different colours. I reckon Sunset would look great in the inner rim or inner corners of the eye? Maybe it would also work well all over the lid? Would love to play with these, but how? I guess I will have to buy the full-sized ones! ^^
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It's still up online at Marc Jacobs Beauty, I would order soon!
Thanks for the suggestion on Sunset 🙂 Will definitely try it!
SO glad to hear that these are infinitely better than the UD 24/7 ones. I love those, but they just don't stay on my eyes. I got these and it has been a discovery of mine this year as well that I love mini sets too 😀
Hi Carina, yes the MJ ones knock the UD out of the park 🙂 I'm a sucker for mini sets this year!
I just purchased this set this past weekend and am very happy with the formula and colors. While you are right that some of the colors might be out of ones comfort range it's nice to have these smaller pencils to try them.
As for Sunset the person who sold these to me suggested that it could be used as a highlight dot in the middle of the eye.
BTW I was returning a UD 24 hr pencil for a MUFE Artist Liner and was shown this set. I'm happy I got this little kit to try given that it is sold out on line!
Thanks for the tip on Sunset 🙂 I will definitely try that tip. I'm glad you got to pick up the set too.
I'd wear Sunset in the middle of the lid or the lash line mid section for a color pop. I think it would also be a nice inner corner shade with a light hand. My favorite out of the bunch is Midnight in Paris but it's LE and exclusive to the set I think 🙁
Thanks for the ideas, I will definitely try it out 🙂
Beautiful colors! Looking forward to see how you use them.
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Totally bought these and when they say they last all day, it isn't a joke! I had to reallllllyyyyy work to get them washed off LOL! Great buy.
Hi Sherry, yes I was surprised by the lasting power too. In addition to testing them on the eyes, I also had them on the back of my hand to test the lasting power and they didn't budge!
I have a pencil like Sunset, and like to use it over black liquid liner (either smudged over, or as a "double" liner). It also looks good on the lower lash line, especially softened with a pale champagne shadow. I've been contemplating trying a pencil, and am glad to hear they're longer lasting that UD's variety. Thank you for the beautiful swatches!
Thanks Larie for the tip, the smudged effect sounds gorgeous! I will have to try that out, so many good tips here!
Love Overt and Midnight in Paris – two beautiful, distinct colours. Marc Jacobs has excelled themselves this holiday season with their products. So gorgeous.
oh my gosh that set looks really dreamy
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They look gorgeous
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Those look so, so good! This year the Christmas set offerings seem to be over the top, really. A lot of nice sets I love (and not enough cash! haha).
I would maybe wear sunset as a base for neutral looks, or as a highlight in the inner corner when doing a darker look. 🙂
Wow, the pigmentation and shimmer in these is utterly amazing! What a perfect set 🙂
It is quite beautiful! This year's sets seem exceptionally good.
Sunset looks amazing on the lower lash line coupled with one of the blues on top. I don't usually wear such warm colours, but my goodness, it made my brown eyes pop when I put it on the water (not sure if it's safe for that). 🙂
I do want to mention that you can't sharpen these like you can the full sized version (unless you have the sharpener), so the lines can be a bit chubby. I almost always wing my liner (I'm a gel and liquid girl), so this kind of irritates me a bit as I like precise lines. However, I love the Midnight in Paris shade, so I'm keeping the set mainly for that.
I have used this set every day since this set arrived from Sephora over 3 weeks ago. When was the last time you could make that claim about a new beauty product. The application is smooth with no tugging. Perfect for tightlining! It doesn't come off until you take it off! Love! don't pass on this excellent buy! If you are worried about holdin g the short sticks, I put the cap on the end and make it a regular length pencil for my large hands!
Smart tip to make them longer!
Beautiful and incredibly long lasting. You literally have to scrub to remove LOL. They can still be found in Sephora stores��
Good to know 🙂 Thanks for sharing!
These look soooooo gorgeous – I'm going to be needing these…