Beauty Perversion vs Bourbon vs Corrupt: Best 24/7 Shade for You
Perversion wins for bold definition that suits everyone. Bourbon wins for soft daytime warmth with shimmer. Corrupt wins for a unique reddish brown glow on green and hazel eyes.
| Factor | URBAN DECAY 24/7 Glide-On Waterproof Eye | URBAN DECAY 24/7 Glide-On Waterproof Eye |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Check price | Check price |
| Shade | Perversion matte black | Bourbon brown shimmer |
| Finish | Matte | Shimmer |
| Pigment | Intense | Rich |
| Best for | Bold definition | Soft daytime |
| Eye colors | All | All, great on green |
| Wear time | Up to 16 hours | Up to 16 hours |
Our Verdict
Perversion takes the crown as the one shade every kit needs. Its intense matte black works for tightlining, wings, and smoky eyes alike. Bourbon is the better daily driver if black feels harsh on you. Corrupt is the fun third shade for eye color play. Start with Perversion, then expand by mood.
More Top Picks in This Category
Not sold on either of these two? Here are more bestselling options worth considering.
Best for: green and hazel eyes
URBAN DECAY 24/7 Glide-On Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil, Corrupt (Dark Red Brown Shimmer)
- Dark metallic reddish brown with silver micro-sparkle
- Shimmer finish, 16-hour wear
- Creamy skip-free application
Pros
- Makes green eyes glow
- Unique reddish brown tone
- Long waterproof wear
Cons
- Niche shade, not for everyone
- Shimmer finish
Best for: soft taupe definition
URBAN DECAY 24/7 Glide-On Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil, Mushroom (Brown Shimmer)
- Metallic taupe-pewter with shimmer finish
- 16-hour waterproof wear
- No-tug creamy formula
Pros
- Great neutral for fair skin
- Soft smoky effect
- Long lasting
Cons
- Can look ashy on deep skin
- Shimmer not for matte lovers
Best for: bold color play
URBAN DECAY 24/7 Glide-On Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil, Electric Empire (Metallic Green)
- Metallic green high-impact color
- Same waterproof 16-hour formula
- Vitamin E and jojoba oil
Pros
- Fun statement shade
- Often discounted
- Great color payoff
Cons
- Bold for daily wear
- Green suits fewer eye colors
Want the Full Picture?
The Lower Lash Line: When It Defines and When It Ages
Lining the lower lashes is the most divisive eye makeup decision, and the honest guidance starts with the trade-off. On the defining side, a soft shimmer shade like Mushroom along the lower lash line adds dimension and makes the eyes look larger, especially in the taupe-pewter tone that reads as shadow rather than liner. On the aging side, heavy dark liner all the way across the lower line drags the eyes down and emphasizes under-eye darkness, which is why the technique matters more than the product.
Placement is the variable. Lining the waterline gives the most drama but the most raccoon risk as it migrates. Lining the lash line itself, tight against the lower lashes, defines with less migration. Smudging the liner just below the lash line and keeping the inner third bare is the most flattering compromise for most faces, opening the eye while keeping definition. The raccoon-eye prevention routine is setting: press a matching eyeshadow over the lower line to lock the creamy 24/7 formula, since un-set creamy liner migrates by afternoon. The Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On guide covers the full shade range for lower-line experimentation once you know your placement.
Wing Angles for Deep-Set vs Prominent Eyes
Wing tutorials assume one average eye shape, but the wing angle must change completely with eye placement. Deep-set eyes, where the brow bone overshadows the lid, need the wing drawn more horizontally and slightly longer, because an upward flick disappears into the socket when the eye is open. The wing should be mapped with eyes open and looking straight ahead, not closed, since the closed-eye wing lands in the wrong place on deep-set lids. Prominent eyes, where the lids project outward, need the opposite: a shorter, more upward wing that lifts rather than extends, since long horizontal wings exaggerate projection.
The 24/7's creamy precision suits both once the angle is right, because the formula allows drawing and then refining before it sets. For deep-set eyes, keep the liner thinner across the lid and let the wing carry the drama. For prominent eyes, a slightly thicker line across the lid balances the wing. Test every wing with eyes open in natural light, since bathroom lighting flatters angles that daylight exposes.
Waterproof Liner for Swimmers and Athletes
"Waterproof" gets repeated from packaging without verification, so here is what the 16-hour waterproof claim actually survives. Pool chlorine is survivable for the 24/7 formula through a normal swim, but it is the goggle pressure that causes the real damage: tight goggles press and smudge the outer corners where the seal sits, regardless of formula. Sweat is the easier opponent, since the waterproof film handles perspiration well through workouts and hot yoga, which is where the formula genuinely earns its reputation.
The athletic routine: apply the liner and let it set fully for two minutes before any water exposure, since unset waterproof liner is just regular liner. For swimmers, keep the wing short and skip the waterline, because submerged waterline liner migrates no matter what. Post-swim, blot the eye area rather than rubbing, and touch up only the outer corners where goggles compromised the line. Our waterproof eye pencil guide ranks the toughest formulas for athletic conditions, for the days when even the 24/7 needs backup. One last note for athletes: remove waterproof liner the same night with a proper oil-based remover, since sleeping in it after sweaty workouts is the fastest route to irritated eyes and clogged lash follicles.