Before you can properly apply eye shadow, you need to know what eye shadow is in general. Shadows are not divided into day and night, they are usually divided according to their texture into cream and crumbly. Cream shadows are very easy to use due to their liquid consistency, but they are not very long-lasting. Loose shadows are more difficult to apply, but they will last all day without any problems.
About how to properly apply shadows of shiny and matte shades, you need to talk separately. Matte shadows do not tolerate hasty application, so they need to be applied carefully, in a thin layer, to get an even and deep color. And brilliant shadows, due to their radiant structure, will hide all the errors, but visually reduce the eyes. To avoid this situation, after applying glitter shadows, you need to use a lengthening mascara with a curling effect.
As for the color scheme, to get the most natural make-up, professionals advise using as many shades as possible. However, contrasting colors should becareful - it is better to use shades of the same color range.
How to apply shadow correctly: step by step instructions
Important: use professional makeup brushes! 70% success depends on the quality of the brush.
1. Apply the base under the shadow (primer) on the entire eyelid.
2. On the moving eyelid, apply the main tone. To increase the brightness of the color, you can moisten the brush before typing shadows.
3. Apply a dark tone to the edge of the moving eyelid.
4. Blend the border between light and dark shades.
5. Apply the lightest tone to the inner corner of the eye and under the eyebrow.
Shades of almost any color are suitable for owners of brown eyes. However, the most winning option would be green, purple, peach and chocolate shades. When making any makeup options for brown eyes, you should remember the three rules for a successful make-up:
- face tone should be even, shades of shadows should be combined harmoniously, cosmetics should be applied as carefully as possible. By following these rules, you will be able to achieve the perfect makeup.
- Applying makeup should always begin with a thorough cleansing of the face. Then you need to apply a matting cream, as well as adjust the area under the eyes. Concealer can be used to hide fine lines and dark circles.
- The final step in leveling the tone is to apply a makeup base, such as a foundation of the desired shade.
After that, you can start applying shadows on the eyelids, after selectingthe right shade that can emphasize the color of the eyes and harmoniously matches the color of the hair and skin. Brown-eyed blondes are suitable for sand, beige, dark pink and greenish shades. Girls with dark skin are better off using shades of an olive-brown palette. For brunettes with brown eyes, chocolate, brown, silver and black shades of shadows will be preferable.
There are different types of eye makeup, but the main ones are day and night make-up. Daytime makeup is characterized by light, natural shades of shadows that allow you to emphasize the natural beauty of a girl or woman. But evening makeup implies brightness and expressiveness. If the emphasis in makeup is on the eyes, then it is possible to use contrasting shades of shadows.
It takes practice to learn how to properly apply eye shadow. You should not be afraid to experiment, and very soon everything will work out!
