A lesson in how to apply eye makeup.
Most evenings out start with getting ready; dressing and applying makeup. Here are some tips for applying effective eye makeup so you look beautifully groomed from head to toe. This step-by-step guide to applying evening eye makeup covers topics such as colour selection, blending, and dealing with problems such as dark circles.
The first step is preparation. To prepare, you will need eye shadow and concealer. Starting with a good base will help prevent eye shadow from smudging. You can purchase eye base which will work the best. If you don’t wish to use an eye-only base product, however, just simply apply a very thin veil of your normal foundation all over your eyelids. This evens the skin tone.
The next step is to get rid of red spots and dark circles under your eyes. Take your concealer and apply it just under your eyes as you would if you were covering a pimple or blemish. Make sure you blend it deep into the corners near the bridge of your nose as well. This area often gets missed but can really help to “pop” out your eyes.
Selecting the appropriate shades of eye shadow is more important than learning any tricks to eye makeup application. The first rule is to never select a shadow because it matches your outfit. It may match your outfit but it may not match your eyes. Bright colours for an evening out are probably not the best idea unless you’re going to a costume party.
Keep your colours simple and, if you’re choosing to go with three tones make sure that the colours all blend well. If you’re going to a club or a place with darker lighting, choose darker, bolder colours. If you’re going to a brightly lit place wear lighter shades as they will make your eyes stand out. Choose three shades from light to dark.
When applying your eye shadow, start with the lightest of the three shades. Using your brush apply it in a sweeping motion all over the eyelid. You’ll want to spread it all the way up to your brow bone.
Next apply the middle colour to the eyelid only. You want to blend the two shades but there should be a little definition between the two as well. In other words two colours should still be distinct. Finally, apply the darkest shade to just the crease of your eyelid.
Once all three tones have been applied gently blend them into each but remember that you want to be able to see all three shades.
Eyeliner is optional if you are wearing lighter shades of eye makeup. Darker shades of eye shadow, however, need eyeliner to help make the eye stand out. Carefully apply the eyeliner using the pencil of your choice just around your eyelashes on the lid.
Do the same thing with the bottom of the eye. You will want to gently smudge the bottom line a bit. Make sure your lines are sharp and thin when applying them. Some people prefer a liquid eyeliner to create a super fine line.
The final step in applying your eye makeup is the make your eyelashes stand out. First, curl your eyelashes with an eyelash curler. Be gentle! You don’t want to snap your lashes.
Then, based on whether you are wearing darker or lighter colours, apply black or brown mascara respectively. Blue and green eyes may look better with a brown, rather than a black, mascara.
Voila! You’re done: gorgeous, glamorous eyes and ready for your night out.
Chelsi Woolz is an Internet junky and likes researching eye makeup as well as makeup tips and beauty tricks. In this article she shares what she has found out about how to apply eye makeup.
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