Pencils are easy to use but are not long lasting and can smear. Layering powder shadow on top will help with these drawbacks.
2 Using short feathery strokes can result in a more natural effect.
3 To soften, smudge the line using your finger or a brush.
4 To give a pencil line staying power, use a liner brush to sweep a layer of powdered eye shadow in a corresponding shade over the pencil.