SHISEIDO
SHISEIDO Micro Liner Ink (09 Violet)
SHISEIDO Micro Liner Ink (09 Violet)
@cosme rating: 5.4/7.0
An eyeliner with an ultra-fine tip that allows you to draw delicate lines
✓ 100% authentic
✓ Ships from Japan in 3-5 days
✓ Duties prepaid for US orders
✓ Tracked delivery via Japan Post
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What it is
The ultra-fine tip allows for smooth application of delicate lines. A richly colored eyeliner like liquid. Long-wearing formula.
Ingredients
Methyl trimethicone, trimethylsiloxysilicate, acrylates/stearyl acrylate/dimethicone methacrylate copolymer, polyethylene, carnauba wax, candelilla wax, hydrogenated lecithin, dimethicone, aluminum hydroxide, methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, silica, tocopherol, (+/-) iron oxides, titanium dioxide, mica, ultramarines, carmine, ferric iron oxide, yellow 4
How to use
Please extend the lead by about 1mm before use.
We ship internationally from Japan!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this authentic?
Yes. We only buy from official retailers and directly from the brands here in Japan. Never resellers, never grey market stock.
We are beauty lovers too, so we know the worry, especially with something you are putting on your face. Authenticity is 100% guaranteed by us.
What are your shipping rates?
On orders under US$75, shipping is a flat US$20 to the United States and US$10 to all other countries.
Orders of US$75 or more ship free, applied automatically at checkout. Your exact shipping cost is shown before you pay.
How long does delivery take?
These estimates are for International Airmail (Tracked) and include 3 to 5 business days of processing in Japan.
- United States: 12 to 15 business days
- Canada, United Kingdom, France, Germany: 9 to 12 business days
- Australia, New Zealand, Denmark, Finland, India, Indonesia, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland: 10 to 13 business days
- China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam: 8 to 10 business days
- Rest of the world: 11 to 18 business days
Actual delivery can be affected by customs clearance, seasonal congestion, or carrier delays in the destination country, all of which are outside our control.
Do you offer express shipping?
Yes. As of 22 July 2026, we offer International Express Mail through Japan Post. The cost is based on order weight and is calculated automatically at checkout.
Will I pay customs or import fees?
US orders: No. As of July 1, 2026, all US orders ship DDP (duties delivered prepaid), meaning we prepay all import duties on our end. Nothing is due at your door.
Orders outside the US: Possibly. Duties and import taxes are set by your local customs authority and are not collected at checkout, so any charges on delivery are your responsibility.
We're working on rolling out prepaid duties for more countries soon.
I'm a cool-toned summer type. This product allows me to draw a very delicate line!!! The flick at the outer corner of my eye is so beautiful, I love it so much that I don't want to use any other liner in that area. This color is also great! I'd like to get a gray that matches my personal color. The gray is neither too dark nor too light, and it's perfect for the cool-toned summer eyeshadows I have.
I purchased the SHISEIDO Microliner Ink 02 Brown after getting a touch-up at the Shiseido counter. I actually wanted a highlighter, but I was told that it would dry out my skin as I get older. It looks better if I avoided applying it to the sides or undersides of my eyes, which are prone to age-related concerns. It's best to apply it lightly above or around the blush, creating a spot-on effect. I see. I had a touch-up, but I gave up on the idea of buying a new one just for the blush. Since my blush already has a highlighter, I thought that would be fine. When asked, "What was your purpose in wanting a highlighter?" I explained that I was struggling with eye makeup at the time. I thought it would be good to incorporate highlighter and blush effectively. They then touched up the eyeliner and eyeshadow, and I was so pleased with the results that I purchased them. The shade is 02 Brown, but it's a bold shade that looks almost black. I didn't plan on using the entire eyeshadow palette, but instead recommended using just two shades sparingly and finishing with eyeliner. I was feeling frustrated by not being able to change my old makeup routine, so I decided to buy some eyeliner and eyeshadow. I told them I wasn't very good at eyeliner and didn't know how to use it. They then taught me by actually lifting my upper eyelid and dabbing it on the base of my eyelashes, on the mucous membrane, which I was impressed with. They said it's best to wait until the mascara has completely dried before drawing the line on the mucous membrane. The Shiseido staff are always so patient and teach you the basics, so this was a great purchase. As an aside, they said that as I get older, my facial lines are starting to lose their definition, so they really recommend eyeliner. They repeatedly told me that I could use the bright colors I already had for eyeshadow, but the one they gave me for a touch-up was so good I bought it. Highlighters are good, of course, but they recommended that I reevaluate my skincare routine and aim for moisturized skin, and I agree. I'll work hard on my skincare routine.
Recommended by a beauty advisor, this was my first time purchasing a liner other than black or brown. It's soft and smooth, applies beautifully all the way to the outer corner of the eye, and doesn't smudge easily, making it the perfect retractable eyeliner. I was a bit hesitant about purple liner, but it actually blends in with my skin and doesn't look flashy. I use different ones depending on the color and mood of my eye makeup.
As I get older, my eyes start to sag, and I feel like my deep-set double eyelids are gradually becoming single-lidded... I've been looking for an eyeliner to enhance my eyes. Liquid eyeliner doesn't suit me because I get dry eyes and my eyes water, and while pencils work on my hands, they don't draw neatly on my eyes. This one is a gel, so it's easy to apply. The only problem is that once you apply it, you can't put it back in. Well, it's soft, so maybe it won't break if you apply too much? There are so many different colors, so it's fun to change up your makeup depending on your mood.
The price is a little high, but it's thin and easy to draw with.