If you know how to apply it correctly, makeup will help you have perfect skin and bring out your best features. It is useful both for evenings out with your partner or friends and to look nice and tidy at an interview or public event. In particular, once you have learned the basics, eye shadows, pencils and mascara allow you to unleash all your creativity to enhance the look based on the particularities of your eyes and the situation in which you have to take part. To make up your eyes, you first need to create an even base using the primer, concealer and foundation. Then you can apply eyeshadow, pencil or eyeliner and finally the inevitable mascara. Follow the steps in the article and find your look!
Steps
Method 1 of 4: Create a Perfect Base
Step 1. Wash your face
Before you take out your makeup and brushes, you need to wash your face thoroughly. Take a cleanser and gently massage it into your skin to get rid of any dirt and oil that may have accumulated in your pores. You should use a cleanser formulated specifically for the needs of your skin type, which can be oily, dry, combination or sensitive. When finished, rinse your face with water and pat it dry gently with a clean towel.
Step 2. Apply a moisturizer
In this way, even after applying makeup, the skin will appear visibly healthy, supple and nourished. Even the moisturizer should be chosen according to the specific skin type; It is also important that it has SPF to protect you from the harmful rays of the sun. Massage it on your face so that it is better absorbed by the skin.
Step 3. Use a face primer
Apply it evenly to create a barrier between your skin and make-up. The face primer has many other functions: it makes the skin smoother and more homogeneous, it minimizes pores and makes makeup last longer.
Step 4. Apply foundation
It is a product that is available in a wide range of colors, textures and finishes, so it is likely that you will have to try a few to find the one that best suits your needs. Once you've chosen your foundation, apply it all over your face using a brush with soft and flexible bristles, then finish the job by blending it with a sponge.
Do not forget that the foundation should also be applied to the ears, neck and décolleté to mask any defects and have a homogeneous complexion
Step 5. Apply the concealer on blemishes and dark circles
Gently pat it where needed using the tip of your index finger, particularly under the eyes to mask any areas where the skin is darker or bluish. Blend it while continuing to gently tap it with your finger. After applying it under the eyes, use it to mask possible blemishes or redness as well. Again, tap it and then blend it gently with your finger.
- Do not try to blend it by rubbing it, or it will come off where it serves to cover imperfections.
- In case of very evident discoloration, difficult to cover with a normal concealer, try using a colored one, choosing the shade based on that of the problem to be masked. Apply it where you need it after using the primer, but before the foundation.
Step 6. Switch to eye primer
It is used to make eyeshadow, pencil and eyeliner last much longer, possibly even after a hard workout in the gym or being wet from the rain. Apply a very small amount on the eyelid, using the tip of the index finger again, to keep the make-up intact until the evening.
Method 2 of 4: Apply Eyeshadow
Step 1. Choose the right brush to create the look you want
Each brush has been designed to achieve a different result. For example, the larger ones are useful for giving a light and uniform color to the entire eyelid, while the small ones allow you to obtain a more pigmented, intense and lively effect. Often you will need to use more than one type of brush to achieve the desired result.
- A wide blending brush is more suitable for light and natural tones, it serves to give a light and uniform coloring to the entire eyelid.
- A medium-sized brush allows for medium coverage;
- A small brush allows for greater precision and is also suitable for darker and more intense colors. It also allows good coverage;
- The angled brushes are precise and thin, perfect for applying makeup along the top or bottom of the eye or for making the final "tail".
Step 2. Get three eyeshadows of similar color
To create a seductive and sophisticated shade, you need to use three shades of the same color: one light, one medium and one dark.
For example, you can use three different shades of purple: lavender, pearly plum, and eggplant
Step 3. After picking up the eyeshadow with the brush, tap it on the side of your hand to drop the excess powder
Especially if you are a beginner, it is better to use a brush with a not too wide tip to get a more precise result. After tapping the brush on your wrist, visually check the bristles to make sure they are coated with only a light layer of color. It is easier to start small and add more if necessary than to try to eliminate the excess.
Step 4. Brighten the corner near the nose and the part under the arch of the eyebrows with the lightest shade
Take a clean blending brush and apply the lighter color to the part of the eyelid closest to the nose, up to the tear duct. Then apply it also under the arch of the eyebrows to create a highlight and emphasize this area.
Step 5. Use the darker color on the last part of the upper lid to give more depth to the look
Take another clean blending brush to apply the darkest of the three shades you selected along the last part of the eyelid crease and the upper lashline, creating a kind of horizontal "V". The tip of the "V" must not exceed the end of the eyebrow. Finally, blend the eyeshadow along the crease of the eyelid bringing it gently towards the nose. The part where the color is more intense must still remain the one closest to the temple.
Step 6. Use the mid-tone to create a connection between the other two
Take a third clean blending brush to apply medium-colored eyeshadow all over the eyelid. This step is to create a smooth transition, avoiding any sharp gaps.
Step 7. Blend the three eyeshadows together
Finish the job by blending the different shades where they meet using a brush with a small tip and soft bristles. For the best possible result, blend the colors with small circular motions.
Method 3 of 4: Apply Eyeliner and Mascara
Step 1. Choose a pencil or eyeliner
You can also use an eyeshadow to outline the contour of the lashes. The liquid eyeliner is indicated to obtain very precise lines or to create the final "tail" of the make-up that helps to open the eyes. The pencil, on the other hand, is more suitable for creating a lighter look, for example for daytime, or shaded, such as smokey eyes. In any case, whatever the chosen product is, applying it correctly you will be able to enhance and highlight the look.
- If you want to draw the "tail" with liquid eyeliner, look down slightly as you apply it. In a nutshell, you have to extend the line that outlines the upper rim lashes by directing it slightly upwards. On the web you can find numerous tutorials that will help you understand which technique is best based on your type of eyelid.
- If you want to outline the upper or lower lash line with an eyeshadow instead of a pencil, use a small-tipped brush and lightly moisten the bristles with water before picking up the color.
- If you feel like daring, you can try using a pencil, eyeshadow or colored eyeliner instead of the usual shades of black or brown.
Step 2. Outline the upper lash line
Place the tip of the pencil, eyeliner or brush as close to the root of the lash as possible, starting at the inner corner of the eye. Instead of drawing a single long line, draw many short dashes, to get a more precise result and to be able to color the space between the lashes as well. When you reach the outer corner of the eye, stop and check if you need to add some more color in some places.
Step 3. If you want, you can also outline the lower rhyme
Many women prefer to only make up the upper eyelid, but if you want to get a more intense and decisive look, you can draw a rather thin line along the lower lashline, starting at the outer corner of the eye and ending at about three-quarters. A prolonged stretch up to the tear duct tends to be unattractive and can weigh down the eye, which instead will appear in this way with a beautiful tapered shape.
Once you have drawn the top and bottom line, you can blend it with the tip of a cotton swab if you want to achieve a smokey eyes look
Step 4. Curl your lashes with the eyelash curler
It is an essential accessory because it makes lashes appear longer, eyes larger and visibly opens the gaze. Heat the part where the rubber pad is positioned with the hair dryer for a few seconds, then "pinch" the lashes for a few seconds, trying to reach even the outermost ones.
After heating the curler, and before using it to curl your lashes, bring it close to the back of your hand (at a distance of 2-3 cm) to make sure it is not too hot
Step 5. Apply mascara
Place the brush just below the lashes of the upper lid. As you direct it up and out, move it slightly in a zigzag to make sure you reach all the lashes. By moving it sideways you will be able to separate them well, preventing them from sticking together. Do the same with your lower lashes as well.
- For a natural day make-up, a single pass of mascara will suffice, while if you want a more marked effect and want to make your lashes appear thicker and darker, you can repeat the application 1-2 more times.
- Consider using false eyelashes, whole or in tufts, for an even more seductive look. You will need to glue them on the real ones using the appropriate glue.
Method 4 of 4: Create Different Looks
Step 1. Blend the sharp lines to create a smokey eyes look
Apply black, gray, plum or dark green eyeshadow along the top of the eye and into the crease of the eyelid. Then use a brush with a small tip, which allows you to get a precise result, to apply the same color along the lower line. Carefully blend any sharp lines using a flat-tipped brush or cotton swab. This way you will get the smokey effect you wanted.
Don't forget to use the pencil to give definition to the upper and lower lines of the eyes and complete the look with a couple of strokes of volumizing mascara
Step 2. During the day use an eyeshadow with a neutral color and a pearly finish
Apply it along the upper lashline and then blend it all over the lid. Don't forget to use the concealer under the eyes to have a cute and healthy look.
- This look is perfect for going to school or work;
- If you have fair skin, try using a champagne-colored pearl eyeshadow;
- If you have dark or tanned skin, you can use a brown eyeshadow with a metallic finish.
Step 3. Create a classic look with liquid eyeliner
If you have planned a night out but still want a not too heavy eye makeup, the solution is to opt for a classic style. Draw a thin line at the upper lashline with liquid eyeliner and tidy your brows with a long-lasting, clear or tinted gel. Complete your makeup with one or two coats of lash-lengthening mascara. You will look fresh and bright.
Advice
- Proceed slowly, without haste, so as not to sacrifice quality by trying to take less time, Speed could make you make mistakes and force you to start over.
- Apply a butter-colored pencil to the lower inner rim to make the eyes appear larger.
- At the end of the day, remember to remove your make-up, never go to sleep with your face made up.
- If you have trouble making a precise "tail" at the end of the eye, try sticking a piece of tape on the skin to use as a guideline.
- If a special occasion is approaching, try creating the makeup you'd like to wear that day well in advance. Make several attempts to gain familiarity and confidence.
- Well-shaped brows instantly enhance any eye makeup.
