Wednesday, January 14, 2026

NYX Vivid Rich Emerald Empire Mechanical Liner Review

 I am taking a break before I post my not so favorite products of 2025. I usually do both posts at the same time- but I have not even really started. I actually don't think I tried much I disliked enough to make that list...but I guess we shall see tomorrow when I plan on actually doing the post.

In the meantime, I keep trying out NYX liners. It's just a good way to test out different colors without really splurging on something...better?

NYX claims:

Gem-toned pigmented mechanical eye pencil in 12 vivid matte, shimmer, and metallic shades

    Made in Germany 


This is my third liner in theVivid Rich line and I am just now noticing they are supposed to be named for gems. I've already used Sapphire Bling and Amber Stunner. I can say these really do not remind me of any gemstones. This one is named for Emeralds...and no. It doesn't look like any emerald I have ever seen. If I had to name it I would name it -Related to Army Green. 

This is an interesting color though and I thought it would be fun to play with. I was wrong. I think it's too light and not saturated enough. At least on my skin tone.  The color is there but it doesn't look vivd or vibrant. It's just- blah. Especially as a top liner. It does look  better on the waterline but I just don't think it's flattering on me. Not even with a green look. I think it might irritate my eyes too- I'm just now reading the instructions and it doesn't seem like they recommend it for the waterline.

You get a decent amount compared to other liners. It just lasts and lasts- but really I think that's because I'm not a big fan of the color so I barely reach for it.

It is smooth, goes on easily. Wear is OK. I'm not impressed with the wear but I haven't done a true wear test. I think the packaging is average. The actual pencil itself is pretty blunt and you aren't going to get a dainty line or much control. I always get a thick line with a not so sharp point. I don't think it's a skill problem..I think it's the liner. But since the color is so...meh... I don't like to wear it as a top liner anyway. 

Overall, I am unimpressed and underwhelmed. Probably won't be seeking out this color liner again and even though I haven't had any luck with this line, I may still try another color. Just to see if the whole line sucks. Why not? 

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