How To Apply Eyeshadow That Lasts?

Wednesday, December 21, 2011, 15:59

Do you really think you know how to apply eyeshadow that will last for at least 8 hours? Then you must have never noticed that smudged bruised look around your eyes after a few hours applying eyeshadow? If the answer is no then you are doing something wrong. To set it right you need the right eyeshadow shades at the right time and places and also the technique to apply it perfectly.

Here are a few steps that describe how to apply eyeshadow so that it lasts longer and doesn't smudge.

How To Apply Eyeshadow That Lasts?

1. Prime Your Eyelids: There is a separate cosmetic called 'primer' that is available for this purpose but you can easily do it with cream or lotion. This ensures that the eye makeup sits well and doesn't smudge. You need to pull your eyelids upwards with a pad or swab of lotion. Do not leave blotches of lotion on your eyelid; spread it out evenly.

2. Apply Base Makeup: You must begin with the most neutral shade of eyeshadow. Peach, cream, flesh tone are the ideal shades for this step. The eye makeup technique used here is to do a blanket application of this basic shade on your eyelid.

3. Roll In Some Mascara: If you want to know exactly how to apply eyeshadow perfectly then you need to know about other aspects of eye makeup as well. Always apply mascara ( at least the first coat) before you go ahead with the rest of your eye makeup. This is because mascara may smudge or transfer to your lip if it doesn't dry properly.

4. Bring Depth With Darker Shade: Now you need to make your eyes bottomless deep and to do that you need to bring in the element of contrast. Use a deeper shade of eyeshadow to the cringe of your eyelid. You are not supposed to apply it on your entire eyelid, just the cringe. Use a smudging makeup brush to make the darker shade blend with the base. You can use rich hues like purple, pink, blue for this step.

5. Highlight: This step is optional but definitely part of your perfect eye makeup techniques. Use highlighter shades like white, silver or pearl shimmer for this step. You need to apply it on the brow bone on the top of your lid with a pad and maybe a dab bang in the centre of the eyelid. It brings out your eyes as deeper and more visible.

6. Dust Powder: Now is the time to do damage control if any. Dust away any extra powder that may have fallen on your nose or cheeks with a clean puff. Never rub, just dab.

7. Apply Liner or Kohl: Draw your eyes with kohl or eye liner in the end so that it doesn't get overshadowed but the eyeshadow powder.

Now that you know how to apply eyeshadow that lasts, use these makeup tips for women.