Modern flawless makeup is hard to imagine without a properly executed shadow shading. It allows you to achieve a smooth transition of shades, without sharp, delineated boundaries and jerks. Shading shadows is important not only if two colors are mixed. It is necessary when applying shadows of the same shade to neutralize the outer borders. When performing shading, it is important to follow the basic technique, use the right brushes, and high-quality cosmetics. It also requires prior practice. Perfect shading may not work the first time. Only compliance with all of the above factors will ensure the desired result. How is shadow shading done? What secrets and life hacks do stylists recommend to modern fashionistas? Let's look at the answers to these questions in more detail below.
Basic shadow blending technique: description
You will need three types of shadows: light (can be white or matte), medium and dark, as well as a special brush.
1. At the first stagepreparation, you need to powder the eyelid so that the skin becomes matte.
2. Using a brush to blend the shadows, we gain a little medium tone and in a circular motion at the outer corner of the eye we select the boundaries of the application. Avoid excessive pressure on the applicator. Using the same brush, you need to mark the line of the eyelid just above the crease.
3. We repeat the borders with a dark shade and draw the outer corner of the eye. We also mark the line above the fold. We do not reach the middle of the century. Draw a darkening of the outer corner.
4. Next, with beige shadows, using circular motions, shade the upper outlines of the makeup.
5. You will need a highlighter or a light tone with glitter. It is applied to the area under the eyebrow, leading to the main tone. This will make the borders look even more blurry.
Brushes
Properly selected tools for shading in eye makeup will be the key to a successful result. In general, you will need a brush for concealer, powder, applying shadows. They provide the necessary base before blurring the edges of the color. The eyeshadow blending brush has rounded edges and an elongated bristle. It can be different in size, so it is important to choose a convenient option "for yourself." Blending shadows can be done with a regular application brush, but it's better to leave such experiments to professionals.
Makeup artists recommend working with a brush in soft circular motions in a clockwise direction. You can not move it from side to side or up and down to avoid sharp strokes. The right brush will help evennon-professionals to perform smokey eyes, cat eyes or regular shape correction. To master the technique, it is better to preview some videos from professionals.
Brushes for shading shadows: reviews
The most popular options are considered to be MAC (models 222 and 224), Make Up For Ever (17S Eyeshadow brush), Sigma (E40 and E35), as well as Bobby Brown products. Most of the above brushes are rated by users from 4.5 to 5 full points. It is worth avoiding fakes and adhering to the correct technique for applying and shading shadows in order to achieve the desired result.
In general, tools with a soft, silky, tightly packed pile and a perfect cut perform well in work. The size must be selected according to the size of the eyes and the height of the eyelid (it is better to start with a medium or small option for practice).
Besides the main function of blending, the brush is multifunctional and can be used to apply shadows, concealer and highlighter.
How to achieve a smooth shade transition when blending
When combining related shades of the palette, for example, from purple to blue, or with different tones of the same color (from brown to beige), it is very important to achieve a soft transition due to light strokes of the brush. They are performed in circular motions in one direction.
When using contrasting tones (white and black), an intermediate shade must be included. Themin this case it will become gray.
Makeup with shading shadows will be best done on the basis of high-quality matte textures. It is worth abandoning products with mother of pearl. In reserve, keep eye shadow or powder that perfectly matches your skin tone. They will be required in the event that somewhere more than necessary color was put, they remove excessive intensity or help to correct the shape. Do not wipe the flaws with your fingers in the process - everything should be worked out with a brush for a natural transition of tones.
Features of shading-tattoo
Tattoo in the technique of "shadows on the eyelids" can be done with or without arrows. The choice of a master is 90% the key to success. Shading of shadows (tattoo) lasts for about a year, so it is important to carefully approach the coordination of a preliminary sketch, performed with a pencil and a gel pen. Only if you like the sketch 100%, you can agree to the procedure. It will take about 4-5 hours of your time.
An anesthetic gel is applied to the eyelid before tattooing. After that, you can not get up so that the sketch is not smeared. Periodically in the process, the result can be adjusted according to the wishes of the client. After the procedure, you should be ready for swelling. A month later, it is worth making a correction. It evens out the color transitions. To avoid cracks during healing, the eyelid is treated with petroleum jelly. While there are crusts, you can not wet the shadow tattoo. In a week it will be possible to wash.
Summer Look Idea: Smokey Makeupeye with shading
At the first stage of the "smoky makeup" it is important to choose an eyeshadow palette. In summer, neutral beige or, on the contrary, contrasting and expressive tones are usually popular. Consider the golden brown smoky eyes. Shadow feathering is performed based on three shades of a given palette.
1. First, an eye primer is applied. It can be replaced with a non-greasy cream for this area.
2. The main shade is applied to the entire eyelid with a special brush.
3. Then a dark tone is applied on top of it in the corner of the eye and the bend of the eyelid.
4. With a brush, soft semicircular movements shade the transitions until clear boundaries disappear. It is recommended not to stretch the skin on the eyelids.
5. Light shadows are applied along the outer line of shading and under the eyebrows. Graphic borders are blurred with a brush.
6. A mother-of-pearl brown shade from the same palette is applied to the lower eyelid. Borders are fading.
7. Arrows are drawn as desired.
Secrets and tips for blending shadows
Make-up artists recommend shading until clear graphic lines are visible. To work out a dark color, it is better to pick up some light shadows on the brush and only then proceed with the procedure. Applying and shading shadows can be done in different graphic forms: apple, hood, eyelet and corner. The choice depends on the shape of the eyes and the style of makeup. Do not use foam brushes. They exclude a good result and onlydistrust you of your own strengths and skills.
Shadow shading can be done even by a beginner with the right eyeshadow, brush and some practice. It is recommended that you first master this makeup style in two shades, and then connect the third. Several videos with master classes by professionals will provide an opportunity to study the process in more detail and repeat the result.
