2. Pick up the powder with the brush, working the powder into the bristles a little bit.
3. Knock the base or handle of the brush lightly against the side of the dish to remove excess, or turn the brush bristles-up and tap it lightly on counter to settle the powder into the brush (This keeps you from applying too much powder and getting a dry or chalky look).
4. Apply the powder to your face. Some like to apply in circles, some glide it on in long strokes. Even if you're shooting for maximum coverage, remember that several light layers are better than one thick one.
]]>1. Prime the lids by applying a light touch of foundation or concealer to the lids. This will ensure your eye shadow adheres to the lid.
2. Start with applying a base color to the entire eye lid-from lashes to brow bone. Choose a color similar to your skin start at the lash line and work your way up.
3. Next you want to highlight the brow bone. Apply your lightest color here. It can be shimmer or matte whichever you prefer. Apply shadow directly under the brow bone from the middle of the eye outwards. This will help to open up the eyes.
4. Now take the next darkest color and apply shadow from lash line to the crease. Blend well outwards. The darkest color can be applied to the crease of the eye from the corners to the outer edge for a more dramatic look. Be sure to blend well.
5. Finish by applying a thin line of eyeliner to the top lid. To avoid drag marks and smudges look down and dash short lines with even strokes.
6. Apply mascara and you are ready to go. Be careful not to get little dots of mascara on the lid before it dries. Closing your eyes for a couple seconds to allow the mascara to completely dry will help avoid transfer.
Note: Blending is key to avoid a drastic line across the crease. The best way to blend 3 shadows is with a precision fluff eye shadow brush. It has a special rounded head designed to evenly distribute multiple colors.
]]>If you’re not sure how to blend...you use three different colors: pick a nude or light taupe for the base, a highlighter or darker shade for the crease and a main color for the lid. Hint- Start light then go darker.
You don't want the drama that comes with wearing too much shadow. Apply shadow up to the brow bone but not ON the bone unless it's a neutral color.
When attempting a Smokey eye it is important to remember to keep color to the lid and just under the lower lash line. Don't extend color above the crease of the lid.
Great eye shadow will stay on your eyes all day long and typically have richer pigments and colors. It is worth it in the long run.
Remember the beauty rule “Do NOT play up the Lips AND the Mouth." If you're going for a dramatic lip then keep eye shadow light and neutral!
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