Santee Retractable Eyeliner available in white. When it comes to using a retractable eyeliner, there isn’t much you have to do to get ready. There’s no need to reach for a pencil sharpener or locate a separate brush for applying, you’re basically good to go from the get-go. Wind up the pencil just a little—you don’t want to get overzealous and have the tip break off—then it’s time to apply.