The
smokey eye is one of the most popular looks for many women, but also
one of the most elusive looks to pull off. Many find it hard to
achieve this glamorous look, either going too light or going too
dark, ending up with the raccoon eye effect. But fortunately, if
using the right tips, achieving a smokey eye is a lot easier than it
looks. If you follow this method, your smokey eye should be perfect
every single time. Now you can sport this look when you’re going
out on the town with your girls, or for a romantic night out with
your date. Here is a smokey eye tutorial that’s perfect for
beginners.
Step
1:
Eyeshadow primer
Nothing
is worse than spending time on perfecting your makeup just for it to
smear or smudge later. Pat primer to be sure your smokey eye lasts
throughout the night.
Step
2:
Concealer
If
you are going to wear a dark eye above on your lids, you definitely
don’t want to have any dark circles below your eyes. Blend
concealer under the eye to reduce any shadowy or dark circles.
Step
3:
Setting powder
Match
up a translucent powder that matches your skin tone, and apply to
with a fluffy brush. Once its set, dust of ever so slightly.
Step
4:
Dark eyeshadow
From
your lash line to your eye crease, apply a dark eyeshadow from a
range of colors, then apply it to your lower lash line with an
angled brush. This is where you can get creative. Your smokey eye
base doesn’t always have to be black. You can try navy blue,
glowing brown, gray charcoal and even deep forest green.
Step
5:
Smudging
After
you’ve applied your dark eyeshadow, you want to ensure that you
don’t have any harsh, detailed lines. Fan out your shadow by
smudging with a Q-tip or a smudge brush, blending into the eye crease
with a round motion. Also blend in to the lower lash line.
Step
6:
Eyeliner
Really
set off your smokey eye with black eyeliner. This will define your
eyeshadow, and make your eyes standout even more.
Step
7:
Highlighter
For
an extra layer of glamour, add some highlighter to your to the inner
corners of your eyes and the brow bone.
Step
8:
Eyelash curler
Give
your lashes a good curl by clamping your lashes for three second with
an eyelash curler. Repeat again until you achieve your desired look.
For maximum output, try heating up your eyelash curler before use to
make the lash curl last longer.
Step
9:
Mascara
Finish
your smokey eye off with a nice, healthy layer of mascara. This will
definitely seal the deal on your perfect, lush smokey eye. Apply a
second coat for extra drama and charm.
Step
10:
Sparkle Shadow
To make your smokey eye next level glam, try a sparkle shadow as the final layer. Brush a bit of sparkle shadow over your lid with your finger, blending through the crease of your eye.
