Description
Keep your eyes dark and sharp all day with the Rimmel Scandaleyes kohl. This pencil is waterproof and advertised to last up to 24 hours. It does not crumble and stays in place, even in strong heat according to many.
Its texture is soft and creamy, and its rich tip grips well. It glides over the eyelid as well as along the inner rim of the eye. The Rimmel Scandaleyes waterproof kohl can also be blended for a smoky, oriental look. It is easy to remove.
The pencil contains 1.3 g of lead, in shade 001 Black, a very pigmented black. Its body imitates wood but is hard to sharpen in a classic sharpener. The Rimmel Scandaleyes kohl slips into a make-up bag for touch-ups. The Rimmel Scandaleyes kohl suits eyes that fear panda eyes.
Our verdict on this Rimmel Scandaleyes kohl
Review written by the Air d’Orient team · Updated on 19 September 2026
We have read buyers’ feedback on this Rimmel Scandaleyes kohl to pick out what comes up most often, good and not so good.
The strong points
- Very good staying power: many no longer look like a panda by the end of the day.
- A deep, pigmented black, very pretty along the rim of the eye.
- A soft texture that glides, easy to apply and blend.
- A pencil that withstands heat, even in very hot weather for several users.
Good to know
- A pencil that is hard to sharpen: its imitation-wood body jams in ordinary sharpeners. Use a well-sharpened steel sharpener.
- A formula that can sting: a few sensitive eyes tolerate it badly on the waterline. Apply it first along the lash line to test it.
Where we lean: for anyone looking for a black kohl that stays put, even in summer, this is a reliable pencil. For a softer look, the Chocolate Brown version below is worth a look. For more kohls, browse our range of oriental kohl.

Scandaleyes 001 Black, Scandaleyes Chocolate Brown, Exaggerate Green or Exaggerate Brown?
The same kohl exists in several shades from Rimmel. Here is how this Rimmel Scandaleyes kohl compares with the three other most popular versions.
| Pencil | Shade | Size | Ideal for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scandaleyes 001 Rimmel · this pencil |
Black | 1.3 g | An intense look |
| Scandaleyes Exaggerate Rimmel |
Chocolate Brown | 0.35 g | A soft look |
| Exaggerate 006 Rimmel |
Green | 1.3 g | A touch of colour |
| Exaggerate 003 Rimmel |
Brown | 1.3 g | A softer line |
The Scandaleyes Exaggerate Chocolate Brown pencil draws a chocolate brown in a small size. It is for a softer everyday look. This Rimmel Scandaleyes kohl in black gives a more intense line.
The Exaggerate Waterproof 006 Green kohl takes the same soft, waterproof texture in a green. It adds a touch of colour to the eyes. The 001 Black remains the choice for a classic oriental look.
The Exaggerate Waterproof 003 Brown kohl offers the same formula in a brown. It suits anyone who finds black too strong. The 001 Black keeps more contrast.
Your questions about this Rimmel Scandaleyes kohl
How do you sharpen the Rimmel Scandaleyes kohl?
Its imitation-wood body jams in ordinary sharpeners. A well-sharpened steel sharpener gives better results. Putting the pencil in the cold for a few minutes also helps.
Scandaleyes waterproof kohl for the waterline?
Yes, for many it holds very well on the inner rim of the eye. A few sensitive eyes feel a slight tingle. Test it first along the lash line.
What is the difference between Scandaleyes black and Chocolate Brown?
The 001 Black draws a deep black, in a 1.3 g pencil. The Chocolate Brown gives a softer brown, in a small size. Both come from the Scandaleyes range.
Find more kohls and eye pencils in our range of oriental kohl.
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