I find it really difficult to apply mascara (makes my eyes water) and cannot apply eyeliner - barely can handle someone else putting it on for me. Doesn't bother me once it's on though. I've had my eyelashes tinted a couple of times, find it difficult having it put on (and keeping my eyes shut for the whole 10 mins, I keep wanting to blink for some reason) but the effect is really good.

Have you tried a hypoallergenic mascara? There's some available specifically for people with sensitive eyes and contact wearers.