Alright, listen. I need to confess something. I was about three episodes into a truly terrible reality TV show (you know the kind) when I decided to order this USHAS eyeliner pen. My old one had just given up the ghost mid-wing, and I was in that late-night, slightly desperate online shopping mood. The ads for this thing were everywhere – “tattoo-like wear,” “superfine tip,” the works. I figured, what’s the worst that could happen?
The First Swipe Was… Suspiciously Good
Honestly, when it arrived, I was ready to be underwhelmed. Packaging was basic, no fancy box. But the moment I swiped it on my hand to test the tip? Okay, I was impressed. It’s like a super precise marker for your eyes. The brush is flexible but doesn’t splay out, which is a miracle for someone with shaky hands like mine. I managed a decent wing on the first try, which almost never happens. I gotta say, that part is not hype.
The color payoff is intense. We’re talking a proper, deep, matte black. Not that weird grayish black some pens dry down to. This one means business. I wore it out for coffee, and my friend immediately asked if I’d gotten my eyeliner tattooed. Score one for USHAS.
Let’s Talk About The “Tattoo” Claim
Here’s the thing. It’s not actually tattoo-grade, obviously. But for a regular day? It’s a trooper. I’ve worn it through a humid afternoon and it didn’t smudge into my crease. I didn’t full-on ugly cry test it (I’m saving that for the season finale), but I did get a little misty watching a dog video and it held up.
Now, the real test was my weekly hot yoga class. I know, I know, who wears makeup to yoga? Me, for science. And listen, it mostly survived. There was a tiny bit of fading at the very outer tip of the wing after an hour of pretending to be peaceful. But it didn’t run down my face, which is a win in my book. If you have super oily lids, you might want to use a primer, but for normal days, it’s shockingly budge-proof.
Not Perfect, But What Is?
Okay, real talk time. It’s not all rainbows. I have two small gripes. First, the price. It’s sitting around $33, which is definitely more than your drugstore liner. Second, and this is the big one for me, it dries out a little fast if you don’t cap it immediately. I got distracted by a text message once and left it open for like two minutes. The next stroke was a bit faint and I had to shake it and redraw the line. So, be diligent with that cap!
I made a quick comparison chart for you lazy folks (no judgment, I am you).
| Feature | USHAS TP354F | My Old Drugstore Pen |
|---|---|---|
| Tip Precision | ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (Hairline thin) | ⭐️⭐️⭐️ (Got fuzzy fast) |
| Wear Time | ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (All-day, mostly) | ⭐️⭐️ (Faded by noon) |
| Price | ~$33 | ~$9 |
| Ease of Use | ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (Great control) | ⭐️⭐️⭐️ (Okay for basics) |
So, is it worth the extra cash? If you wear eyeliner almost daily and are tired of reapplying or dealing with smudges, then honestly, yeah. It saves me time and frustration. If you only whip out a liner once a month for a special event, maybe stick with a cheaper option.
Final Verdict
After a month of pretty solid use, the USHAS TP354F has earned a permanent spot in my makeup bag. It’s not a magical, perfect unicorn product—remember the cap!—but it’s the most reliable, precise liquid liner I’ve used in a long time. It makes me feel like I have my life together, even when I’m just running to the grocery store. And sometimes, that’s worth the splurge.
Anyway, I’m going back to my show. Hope this ridiculously detailed review about an eyeliner helps someone out there.
