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This week You! takes a look at some different kinds of smokey eye makeup...
If you are one of those who like to experiment with different eye makeup, then you would definitely know that the trickiest bit is definitely the eye makeup. You can achieve a flawless dewy base and pout that is just right, but perfecting the eye liner and blending those shades on your lids can take up a lot of your time. When dressing up for any occasion, most women choose to go bold on their eyes and nothing beats the timeless smokey eye makeup. For decades, this look has been embraced and utilised for those moments we need to give our faces some sultry oomph. Read on to find out about different kinds of smokey eye makeup...
The classic black
One of the most popular and stunning variations is the black smokey eye, which can be as dark and dramatic as possible. Unlike other smokey eye looks that get progressively darker from inner to outer corner, this look uses black eye shadow across the entire eyelid. All you have to do is cover your entire eyelid with gentle strokes of your favourite black kohl/kajal pencil.
This will allow your shadow to last longer. Then use a black eye shadow and pat it on top of the liner and blend. Intensify the eye shadow if need be but make sure it is blended well outwards at the corner of your eyes. Apply a lighter colour near the brow bone. Now line your waterline with a black pencil and finish off the look by applying loads of mascara.
Go purple
When used on the eyes in the form of an eye shadow, purple can create a magical look. Purple is a great choice because it adds colour to the look while keeping it dark and dramatic. Here’s how you can achieve the perfect purple smokey eyes. With a black kajal pencil apply thick eyeliner on your upper lash line and waterline. Using a smudger brush, gently smudge the kohl on the upper lash line. Then apply purple eye shadow on your eyelid and blend the eye shadow towards the crease.
Add some gold shadow on the inner corners of your eyes. Apply at least two coats of mascara for that dramatic look. And viola, you’re done!
V smokey look
A common type of smokey eye make-up, the dark V is not only simple but is super easy to blend. You start with the lightest shade (like gold or pink) in the inner corner and use the darkest shade such as black or dark brown to make a V-shape at the out corner of your eyes. Then you blend the two, midway. This look is great for close-set eyes which are more downward drooping than cat-like. Almond eyes with a lot of lid space are also ideal for this look, because it stretches the eyes outwards.
Blue and beautiful
Let your eyes do the talking with this trendy look. Follow these simple steps to ace the blue smokey look. Start by applying grey shadow near your lash line and blend it upwards. Now apply a blue shade - it can be shimmery or matte - and blend well. Pat some more of the blue shade in the centre of your eyelid and blend in both directions.
Don’t forget to apply kajal on your waterline and lengthen your lashes using your favourite volumising mascara.
Shimmery eyes
This intricate look combines a classic black smokey makeup with a trendy cut crease. But make sure you that you use a dark shadow above the crease of the eyelid and a light shimmery shade (preferably gold, silver or bronze eye shades) across the centre of the eyelid to create a gorgeous, dramatic contrast. Apply black kajal and two coats of mascara and you are ready to shimmer and shine.