Smokey Eye Makeup Tips

Smokey Eye Makeup Tips:

Learning how to apply eye makeup is a wonderful way to give your look some variety, color and drama. Out of the many different eye makeup tips, one that works great for evenings and parties, (or for when you want to feel especially sultry) is Smokey Eye Makeup. This works well with every complexion and eye-color, because the secret to making this look flawless is the application, and the use of the right coordinating colors. On this page, we will take you step by step through the process to create your own beautiful and flawless look, catered to your style and complexion.

Start with a Clean Face

Since this style will draw extra attention to your face, you want to make sure that you have prepared your face. Make sure to wash and moisturize your skin carefully, to make sure that it looks its best. Also, since much of the attention will be drawn to your eyes, in particular, make sure to trim and clean up your brows. Remove any stray hairs and smooth your eyebrows in place.

Eye Makeup Application First

In most cases, foundation and concealer should be applied first, but for this look we recommend that you apply the eye make up first. Why? Because if the makeup smudges or spills onto the skin below or around the eye, you will be able to clean it up without disturbing your foundation.

Choosing the Right Color

When thinking of which colors to use for this technique, most will initially go with grays or silvers. But that is just one of the many color palettes that can be used. Also, don’t feel limited to powder eye shadow, this style can also be achieved with liquid eye shadow. If you have decided to go with the gray/silver palette, you are in luck for these colors look good with every eye color and skin tone.