Cat makeup is an intense and classic makeup that takes some practice to master. The wing or tail that needs to be made at the corner of the eye is not easy, but it is the most important part to obtain a perfect result. This article will teach you several techniques and tricks to create it the right way. With a little practice, you'll have this look yours in no time.
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Prepare the Lids
Step 1. Choose the right eyeliner
For this trick, black liquid is ideal in theory, but for beginners it can be a bit difficult to use. To get a straight, firm and clean line, try a gel eyeliner, to use until you get used to the technique. You can also use one with a felt tip, which allows you to exert more control and dispenses the product like a marker.
- Gel eyeliner hardly smudges, so it is ideal for this makeup, which requires a clean line.
- If you think your gel eyeliner is not black enough or you want to start practicing with a liquid product, you can apply it on the gel once you have drawn the line.
- If you only have an eye pencil, make sure it is very sharp and remember that it may not be as accurate as a liquid or gel eyeliner. Plus, she's more prone to drooling. Either way, if you want smoky cat eyes, the slightly smudged effect may be for you.
Step 2. Remove the hair from your face
Applying eyeliner requires a steady hand and some concentration. The last thing you need is a strand of hair in front of your eyes - it will make you blink, at the risk of ruining the job. Use bobby pins, make a ponytail, or put on a fabric headband to secure your hair as you go.
Step 3. On the eyelids, apply a powder eyeshadow that is the same color as your complexion or slightly lighter
It will prepare the eyelid and allow you to apply the eyeliner more smoothly. Among other things, it will also be able to fix itself better. It will therefore remain in its place, will not drool and will not go away.
- Do not use a cream eyeshadow: the eyeliner will not take root and could be easily removed.
- Apply the eyeshadow all over the mobile eyelid, up to the crease under the browbone.
- Cat makeup can be very intense, so you don't have to use more than one eyeshadow. If you load your eyes with different colored products, it can seem a little excessive. Just apply a bright eyeshadow, even if for an evening make-up you can be a little more daring.
Method 2 of 3: Learn to Draw the Tail
Step 1. Find the right angle for the wing
Put a brush on the side of the nose and tilt it so that the other end coincides with the end of the eyebrow: the tail will have to follow this line. The wings must be as identical as possible: if the length, width and angle are different, the result will be inaccurate.
You can also imagine that the wing is an extension of the lower lashes. Let the tail follow the angle of this line and you should get a symmetrical result
Step 2. While drawing the line, do not pull the eyelid
It may seem easier to do it this way, the problem is that when the skin relaxes and returns to the starting position, the wing will look completely different, probably quite inaccurate. Instead, tilt your head back slightly so you can see the lashline. This way, you can observe exactly what you are doing and what the queue will look like once you're done. With all the effort you've put into it, you certainly don't want to have any nasty surprises.
Step 3. Create a dot to indicate the tip of the wing
Make sure the dots are at the same angle and height on both eyes. It is much easier to erase a dot and reposition it than to redo the entire tail. Never complete one eye and then try repeating the entire procedure on the other - it will be harder to make them look identical. So, go hand in hand with both eyes.
Step 4. Draw a line to join the dot at the outer corner of the eye, then create another line to join the dot in the center of the upper lashline
This will be the outline of the tail, which you will fill in later, and will have a triangular shape. You have to experiment a little with the length and angle of the wing to understand what values you.
- The triangular wing gives definition to naturally large eyes.
- A thicker tail allows for a more retro look and makes the eyes appear wider.
- To create a curved tail, connect the dot to the outer corner of the eye, then curve the second line, which connects to the center of the upper lashline. The curved shape will extend your lashes and make your eyes look bigger.
- If you have drooping eyelids, try drawing a less sloping tail to create a slightly straighter line. This can extend the lashline.
- If you have a round eye, try making a thicker tail and parting.
- For a more intense look, create a dot a little higher and extend the ponytail closer to the browbone.
- If you're having trouble connecting the dots in a straight line, try using the edge of a post-it or business card to guide you.
Step 5. Correct mistakes with a sharp cotton swab
It allows you to clean corners and lines without accidentally smudging the eyeliner. Soak it in a primer or eye cream and use it to gently remove makeup. A makeup remover can be just as useful, but it does its job all too well and will wipe out the entire product, so you'll have to start over.
Method 3 of 3: Complete the Look
Step 1. Draw a thin line at the top lash line
Start from the inner corner of the eye, near the tear duct. Try to do this in a single, fluid motion, otherwise the line will look unstable and uneven.
- You can change this line: you can leave it thin or load it. Choose according to your tastes.
- You can also try to outline the eyes. After applying the eyeliner to the upper lashline, define the inner rim of the upper and lower eye. For this part, use a pencil, as liquid eyeliner can be irritating.
- Again, you should tilt your head back as you apply the eyeliner so that you can see the line clearly.
Step 2. Thicken the row so that it widens towards the outer corner of the eye
Placing the little finger on the cheekbone can stabilize the hand and facilitate the creation of a precise and straight arch, not a flickering line.
- If you're using a felt-tipped eyeliner, grab the center of the tube for more control.
- You decide the thickness of the line: create it however you like. Just make sure it joins the queue.
Step 3. Fill the wing and top with mascara
Make a few strokes on the upper lashes and one on the lower lashes. This makeup is undoubtedly better with thick eyelashes, in fact it will stand out even more the eyes.
