But that’s all in the past, because these new options are dense, rich, effective, and everything you want. Here, we gathered the very best natural options and what they are suited for. So if you are in the need of a liner, here’s what you can do. Decide what sort of “eye look” you want: This will all depend on how intense and sharp the final result should be. A clean flick? You’ll need something jet black, fine-tipped, and inky. A subtle smudge to create a base for mascara? A less harsh gray or brown soft pencil will do the trick. Want something that’s versatile? A nice cake or pot option with a brush can achieve anything from winged to fine-tipped to smoky.