Eye Makeup Ideas

Make-up has been used for centuries to enhance, contour and highlight a woman's facial features. And all this time, it has been a mainstay in a woman's drawer, purse or dressing room, because what the make-up does to unleash a personality or hide it, and make a woman feel the confidence of her radiant beauty is immeasurable.

You may use eyeliner is in liquid or pencil form and you should choose the one that is easiest for you to manage and, and not least, to wash away. A good eye makeup is quite tough but you should always be able to wash it us without stretching and traumatizing eyes sensitive skin.

Pick a taupe or medium brown shade depending on eye color and skin tone. Apply to outer 2/3 of upper eyelid area and eye crease with a medium eye makeup brush. Sweep this same color under 1/3 of lower eyelid area with smaller makeup brush. BLEND WELL.

Some makeup artists will use an eye primer before applying any eye makeup but I have never had any problems with using only powder. It's an extra step I usually don't incorporate in an already busy schedule. If you want however, complete peace of mind, use one. They do work well.

Basically, eyeliner can be available in pencil or liquid form. If you are more comfortable in the pencil form, then it can help you to the easy application of your make up. A pencil eyeliner is also an effective tool in creating a smokier look. If you prefer to put eyeliner on top and the bottom lids, it is recommended to start with the top lid. Apply the liner from the inside of the corner of the eye and continuing along the eyelash line going to the outer corner.

If you always go to the office and would like to perk up your eyes with simple day make up, and be always on your best look, here are some shades and combinations that you can use to enhance you pretty brown eyes to the limit. As a base for your face, use a matte foundation that will simply match and blend with your skin tone.

Use powder to set your foundation and concealer, and to eliminate shine. Shine is definitely not the wedding day glow you are looking for! You should choose a powder that matches your foundation, and stay away from translucent powders, which tend to eliminate color and will wash you out.

Apply the darkest shade in the outer corner of the eye to create depth.

Apply eyeliner with short strokes, starting form the center of the eye and working towards the corners.

With cream-based eye shadows, remember that less really is more. The cream shadows generally come in small squeeze tubes that really enhance the look of your eyes with a light application across the lid, reaching up to your brows if you wish. You may use a small tipped brush or a Q-tip to help you apply the crme properly.

An eye makeup idea that is still popular among women of all ages is the sexy look. This look is ideal for evening affairs, especially on dates, a night out with the girls, or at special parties. You can achieve this by going for smoky eyes or cat eyes, which you can achieve with dark metallics, gray shades and heavy eyeliner.