1)Prep work
Eyeliner smudges so easily because the eyelids are the greasiest
part of the face. Before applying makeup, reduce oily residue with an
alcohol-free makeup remover. Then apply a light layer of foundation to even
your base, and finish with a dusting of translucent powder over the lid. It
will set the color and absorb oils throughout the day.
TIP: Skip — or cut back on — putting eye creams on your
lids pre-makeup to avoid slippery textures later.
2) Try Gel or Powder Eyeliner
Any type of hard line on the face needs to be done perfectly
or not at all.Messy liquid liner makes people look older and harsher." If
you have rounder eyes, opt for powder and gel liners that will smudge enough to
create an almond-shaped contour. Fine pencils and pens are ideal for more
elongated or oval-shaped eyes.
TIP: Avoid
dull or waxy points, and put pencils in the freezer for 30 seconds before
sharpening.
3) Technique
Resist the urge to pull your lid taut when applying liner. When
you let go, the line will look distorted. Instead, create your own eyeliner
stencil by applying a piece of Scotch tape across your partially closed lid
(press it on your arm first to make it less sticky). Then fill in the area
below it, starting at the outer edges and moving inward.
TIP: Keep
eyeliner on the top lid three times thicker than liner on the bottom.
And for extra staying power, use waterproof gel liners on
the bottom lashline.
4) Make It Last
Great makeup requires touch-ups, so be ready to reapply.
When relining, maintain eye contact with the mirror as much as possible. Eighty
percent of your eye makeup should be done looking straight into a mirror for
the best results.
