: a preparation used especially in Arabia and Egypt to darken the edges of the eyelids
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In ancient Kemet, kohl eyeliner was used to protect the eyes from dust, disease and negative spiritual intentions.
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Essence, 23 Nov. 2025
Made with organic jojoba oil and shea butter, the kohl pencil is also safe for use on the waterline.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 22 Oct. 2025
Hung Vanngo Beauty features eye shadow palettes, gel and kohl eyeliners, blushes, bronzers and irresistible lipsticks (Vanngo Red, Limitless Sky and MaMe, shown, are among his favorite shades) so everyone can feel like a star.
—Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
The brand’s Kali Kali kohl pencils come in a range of mainly neutral shades, but its royal-blue Neela Neela iteration makes for a vibrant waterline accent or a smudgy statement.
—Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 24 May 2025
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Essence, 23 Nov. 2025
Made with organic jojoba oil and shea butter, the kohl pencil is also safe for use on the waterline.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 22 Oct. 2025
Hung Vanngo Beauty features eye shadow palettes, gel and kohl eyeliners, blushes, bronzers and irresistible lipsticks (Vanngo Red, Limitless Sky and MaMe, shown, are among his favorite shades) so everyone can feel like a star.
—Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
The brand’s Kali Kali kohl pencils come in a range of mainly neutral shades, but its royal-blue Neela Neela iteration makes for a vibrant waterline accent or a smudgy statement.
—Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 24 May 2025
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kohl
noun
: a cosmetic used by women especially in Arabia and Egypt to darken the edges of the eyelids
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Kohl
biographical name
Helmut 1930–2017 chancellor of West Germany (1982–90) chancellor of Germany (1990–98)
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