Eyes have been called the windows of the soul because of how much
they communicate. Eyes give your face energy and individuality. They
do not have to be a certain size or shape to be considered pretty - all
eyes have their own unique beauty. When makeup is applied to look
natural it will bring out the eye's true color and enhance the eye's
beauty. When you feel good about your makeup you will be more confident
and will have one less thing to worry about.
A subtle application of eyeliner, shadows and mascara work together to create magic and make your eyes look their best.
Eye Shadow
Eye
shadow is meant to highlight and define the eyes. Eye shadow is used
to create depth to bring out the beauty of the eyes. A dark color used
on the lid will make the eye appear smaller, while a lighter color will
make it appear larger. That is what eye shadow is about creating
illusions. These are the basic techniques for the following eye shapes:
Small
eyes: Don't use too much shadow or liner - it will make you eyes look
smaller. Apply a light color on eyelid, use a darker color in the crease
and use a highlighter under the brow.
Large eyes: Wear darker shadow on the lid and extend it to the crease. Use a flat color under the brow to highlight.
Deep-set
eyes: Use light colors on the eyelid and under the brow. Use a medium
color in the crease. Emphasize the outer corners with shadow.
Wide-set eyes: Use darker colors on the inner corners of the eye.
Hooded eyes: Apply light colors on the lid. Use darker colors from the center of the eyelid to the outer corners and blend.
Round eyes: Make round eyes longer by using color all around and extending toward the outer corners.
Asian
eyes: Apply highlighter under the brow. Use light shadow on the inner
half of the lid and a darker color on the outer half.
1. Light colors cause the eyes to open, dark colors will cause the eyes to recede
2. If you have very light skin avoid dark shades
3. Be careful with shimmer - they will bring attention to imperfections and wrinkles.
4. The eye area is the first to show age don't tug on the skin.
Eyeliners:
Eyeliners
are meant to define the eyes so they should do just that, not be the
focal point of your makeup. Eyeliners come in various colors and forms
liquid, pencil etc. Keep the eyeliner natural. Pencils are available in
many colors (for the best look stick to black or brown) and can be
sharpened for a fine line. For a smudged effect use a sponge tip shadow
applicator or an eye shadow brush. When your pencils are too soft
refrigerate them. When they are too hard soften them by holding them
between your fingers.
To line the eye, start on the lower lid,
just beneath the lashes. When you are finished always smudge the line
with your sponge. Stay as close to the lash line as possible. On the
upper lid, draw a line form the inner corner to the outer corner,
thickening the line toward the outer corner. After the age of 40 keep
the line in between the lashes.
Mascara and the creation of beautiful lashes:
Mascara
frames your eyes and can make your face come alive. Mascara softly
accentuates the eye while thickening and darkening the lashes; it is the
finishing touch for eyes. There are several different types to choose
from, thickening, and waterproof to smudge proof. Waterproof will need a
special remover and smudge proof will wash off easily. It is not a
good idea to wear waterproof mascara for extended periods of time since
it has a tendency to dry the lashes.
Select a shade of mascara
that complements your coloring. Dark shades on pale eyes with brown
lashes will darken them and will look harsh. Stay away from blues and
other colors since they will ruin your look.
Lashes that are hard
to curl may need the help of an eyelash curler. Curl your lashes before
you apply mascara - hold for ten to twenty seconds.
To apply
mascara look straight into your mirror with your chin slightly lifted so
you can see your lashes. Insert the wand only once and twist, don't
pump. Pumping can break the brush bristles and distribute the mascara
unevenly and will dry out the mascara faster. Start by rolling the wand
from root to tip in an upward motion. Reinsert the brush and apply
again. If your eyelashes are thick and long they may clunk together. If
this happens let them dry and then separate them with the corner of an
eyebrow brush.
