Youngblood One-Swipe Gel Eyeliner Bourbon 0.3g

Gel eyeliner in deep bronze with shimmer for a warm glow

An eyeliner with a metallic sheen gives the eyes light and warmth in a way that black or matte brown doesn't. Bronze is a versatile colour: it looks warm and sunny, and makes brown, green and blue eyes stand out even more. It's an easy way to make your look a little more festive without bright colours.

The Youngblood One-Swipe Gel Eyeliner Bourbon is a deep bronze with fine shimmer in a creamy gel pencil. The gel formula glides over the eyelid without tugging and gives a warm, glowing line in a single stroke. Wear it as a fine line along the lashes or blend it out into a soft bronze shadow. According to Youngblood, the colour lasts a long time, and vitamin E keeps the skin supple.

Colour: Bourbon is the only shade with shimmer in the One-Swipe range: a deep, warm bronze that catches the light. Caviar (matte black) and Espresso (rich matte brown) are the matte, more understated alternatives.

Benefits

• Deep bronze with fine shimmer for a warm glow
• Makes brown, green and blue eyes light up
• Creamy gel that glides without tugging
• Fine tip with built-in sharpener
• As a crisp line or as a soft bronze shadow
• With vitamin E and mica for shine

Active ingredients

Bourbon has the same soft gel base as the other shades, with added mica for shine:

Mica: A mineral that reflects light and gives Bourbon its bronze shimmer. As a result, the line catches the light without looking glittery.

Vitamin E: Included in the formula as tocopheryl acetate. According to Youngblood, it nourishes and softens the skin around the eye for a comfortable feel.

Silicones: Dimethicone and methicone let the gel glide smoothly over the eyelid. This way you draw an even line without skipping.

Hydrogenated castor oil and wax: Give the pencil its firm structure so the tip stays fine. The gel still stays soft enough to blend out.

Iron oxides: Mineral pigments that, together with mica, create the warm bronze shade. They provide rich colour with very little product.

How to use

1. Apply a neutral eyeshadow as a base if you like
2. Use the fine tip to draw a line along the upper lashes, from the outside in
3. Blend the line softly upwards with the YB12 Line Perfecting Luxe Brush for a bronze shadow
4. Add a thin accent along the outer half of the lower lashes for extra shine
5. Sharpen the tip with the built-in sharpener for a neat next line

Suitable for

• Anyone looking for a warm, glowing eyeliner
• Brown, green and blue eyes
• Summery looks and festive evening make-up
• Anyone who would rather not wear harsh black

Frequently asked questions

Which eye colour suits Bourbon?

Bronze looks lovely with almost every eye colour. With blue eyes, the warm tone creates contrast; with green and hazel eyes, it brings out the golden flecks. With brown eyes, Bourbon gives a warm, rich depth.

Can I wear Bourbon during the day?

Yes, if you draw a thin line along the lashes. The shimmer is fine, so during the day the line gives a soft sheen rather than standing out. For the evening, make the line thicker or blend it out.

What is the difference between Bourbon and Espresso?

Both are warm shades, but Espresso is matte and Bourbon has shimmer. Espresso gives calm definition, Bourbon a radiant, bronze line. If you really want to see the difference, the sheen of Bourbon stands out most in daylight.

How do I combine Bourbon with other make-up?

Bourbon pairs beautifully with warm, earthy eyeshadow, a bronzer on the cheeks and a nude or warm lip colour. Keep the rest of your eye make-up matte so the shimmer of the line remains the accent. A black mascara finishes the look.