Eye Makeup Tips
Applying eye makeup correctly can be a daunting task. While occasionally you may want a dramatic eye, other times you just want to look refreshed after a late night. There are several eye makeup tips you can use to ensure your eye makeup looks perfect.
For a more dramatic eye, apply a neutral-colored, darker eyeshadow in the crease of your eyelid. Shades of brown are the most natural looking. Smooth a lighter shade of the color onto the eyelid, blending the two colors. Use a light shade of eye shadow as a highlight on the brow bone, just below the eyebrow. Line eyes with a brown or black eyeliner, using a thin line on bottom and a slightly thicker line on top. Follow up with one or two coats of mascara on upper lashes only.
To make eyes look refreshed and alert here are a few additional makeup tips. Skip a lot of heavy eye shadow and opt for a single light shade across the entire eyelid. Skip the eyeliner, as it can accentuate any redness in your eyes. Apply any type of highlighting makeup to the inner corners of the eye to catch the light and brighten up the eye area. For a great highlighting product, many women swear by Yves Saint Laurent's Touche Eclat. Mascara is a great product for helping to open up your eyes and accentuate their natural beauty. Apply a single swipe of the product on upper lashes. This will enhance your look without drawing too much attention toward your tired eyes. Another common eye makeup trick is to use a cream or pale flesh colored eye pencil and to use it to line your lower lash line or the inner corners of your eyes.
Regardless of which eye makeup look you choose, practicing that look will help you be able to create it more quickly and easily. You'll also be able to customize the shades and application techniques to be most flattering to your individual eye color, shape and personality.
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