Eye Makeup Tips

As they say, the eyes are the windows of the soul. They speak volumes, giving your personality its intrinsic individuality. By applying eye makeup, you can enhance your eyes, or, if you feel like it, add drama to your whole face. From Nefertiti, the 14th century Queen of Egypt, to our own ageless queen of the silver screen, Elizabeth Taylor, women have always used eye makeup to emphasize the beauty of their eyes and heighten the attractiveness of their face. Therefore, regardless of the shape or color of your eyes, you can transform them into beautiful assets by using eye makeup adroitly to add meaning and depth to them. Eye makeup is basically about using eye shadow, mascara and eyeliner skillfully. Here are a few eye makeup tips to help you to do just that:

Choosing And Applying Eye Shadow: These days, eye shadow is available in myriads of beautiful colors in the form of creams, powders, and glittery dust. Eye shadow is used to highlight the eyes. The shadow should be chosen according to the occasion, the time of day, the tone of your skin, the color of your hair, and, of course, the color of your eyes. For example, if it is an evening party you are dressing up for, you can afford to be more dramatic, using deep purple or pink shades, with silver/gold shimmering highlights. During the day, it is preferable to use more earthy tones and matte textures that blend with the tone of your skin. Ultimately, however, you should choose eye shadows according to your own style, and what feels and looks good on you. You are the best judge.

When applying the eye shadow, it is best to begin by first applying a foundation on the eyelids, in a thin layer, and top it with a layer of face powder. This will allow you to apply the eye shadow more smoothly, and also make it last longer. The next thing to keep in mind is to choose eye shadow brushes of good quality, which are angled and flat. This will help you to apply the eye shadow more evenly and accurately. Also, select colors that blend well together, and always make sure to work your way from lighter shades to darker ones.

Applying The Eyeliner: Once you finish with the eye shadow, give definition to your eyes by applying an eyeliner. The eyeliner should be applied in a thin line, as close to the lashes as possible. However, if you like a thicker and darker line, which adds more drama, why not go for it. If it is a standard look you want, stick to natural colors, which are various shades of brown. A black colored liner adds more emphasis, which is not very popular these days, with the look tending to be more toward the make-up less look. If you want drama, however, use all the vivid colors available these days, from blues to greens to mauves. Eyeliners are available in liquids and pencils. Line both the upper and lower lids to get the best effect. But you can apply a thick liner on just the upper lid, which will give you a mysterious, heavy lidded look. Use your imagination and try out different shades and ways to apply it. Your eyes are emphasized the best when you enhance their shape by using three matching shades, which go from light, to medium, to a darker tone. Use the darkest tones on the outer areas of the eyes.

Finish Off With Mascara: Your eyes get beautifully framed by applying mascara on your lashes. They add a line of contrast with the eye shadow, enhancing its effect. Brown and black are the favorite colors, but again, just go ahead and experiment. You can add a light dusting of gold or silver, if you want, especially for night-time wear. If you are one of those women who like to go light on the makeup, use mascara sparingly, for a sophisticated look.

Eye makeup is an art by itself. Of course, it is all about personal choices. Keep it light, if that's your personality, use a heavier hand, if that's what you like. Basically, it is about having fun, using your face as a canvas to experiment with the different looks you can achieve.