The wide world of color cosmetics appeals to everyone. You can color coordinate eye makeup with an outfit or create a dramatic evening look with just a few shades. No matter what your preference, there are some techniques that will make it easier to apply shadow in a natural way, especially if you're just starting out.
Take a stroll through Sephora or Ulta, and you'll find a dizzying array of eyeshadow palettes, all beckoning to be taken home. If you've already snapped up one but still need a little guidance, you're in luck. These short tutorials address some key techniques that will help you improve your color game in no time.
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1. Know the parts of the eyeshadow palette
When you're just starting to wear eyeshadow, the whole palette concept can be confusing. Most mini-palettes have three or four colors, but how are you supposed to know where each one goes? The following tutorial helps take some of the guesswork out of using a multicolor palette. Tip: Unless you're going for an evening look, you'll rarely use the darker shades on the lid.
When you're just starting to wear eyeshadow, the whole palette concept can be confusing. Most mini-palettes have three or four colors, but how are you supposed to know where each one goes? The following tutorial helps take some of the guesswork out of using a multicolor palette. Tip: Unless you're going for an evening look, you'll rarely use the darker shades on the lid.
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2. Prime eyelids
Priming eyelids may seem unnecessary, but it can make a real difference in the final look. Primer serves two purposes: It evens out skin tone and helps eyeshadow adhere longer. You can apply it with your finger, but watching the quick video will show you an additional tip for reaching inner corners.
Priming eyelids may seem unnecessary, but it can make a real difference in the final look. Primer serves two purposes: It evens out skin tone and helps eyeshadow adhere longer. You can apply it with your finger, but watching the quick video will show you an additional tip for reaching inner corners.
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3. Amplify color with white base
Getting a true-to-pan color requires a bit of ingenuity. You could apply layers of eyeshadow until you achieved the preferred result, but that's a big waste of product. To get the truest shade, grab a white eyeshadow or eyeliner pencil and watch the tutorial. The white base neutralizes the natural color and brightens any color that's applied on top.
Getting a true-to-pan color requires a bit of ingenuity. You could apply layers of eyeshadow until you achieved the preferred result, but that's a big waste of product. To get the truest shade, grab a white eyeshadow or eyeliner pencil and watch the tutorial. The white base neutralizes the natural color and brightens any color that's applied on top.
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4. How to use an eye shield
Raccoon eyes are the worst, and cleaning up eyeshadow fallout (the excess dust that falls off the brush) is a complete drag. Even the best brands sometimes have fallout, but you can avoid unnecessary mess by investing in shadow shields. In this video, you'll learn how to place the shield so it catches any excess shadow. If you like to do base makeup before you do your eyes, these will save you a ton of heartache.
Raccoon eyes are the worst, and cleaning up eyeshadow fallout (the excess dust that falls off the brush) is a complete drag. Even the best brands sometimes have fallout, but you can avoid unnecessary mess by investing in shadow shields. In this video, you'll learn how to place the shield so it catches any excess shadow. If you like to do base makeup before you do your eyes, these will save you a ton of heartache.
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5. How to blend eyeshadow
One tip you'll hear over and over again from makeup artists is to blend, blend and blend some more. Harsh edges never flatter anyone, so if you're just venturing into the land of high pigment, this video will really help you out. Dark shadows should be applied with light to medium pressure, and they should be limited to the lower portion of the eyelid. In this tutorial, you'll learn what a transition shade is – and why you need one.
One tip you'll hear over and over again from makeup artists is to blend, blend and blend some more. Harsh edges never flatter anyone, so if you're just venturing into the land of high pigment, this video will really help you out. Dark shadows should be applied with light to medium pressure, and they should be limited to the lower portion of the eyelid. In this tutorial, you'll learn what a transition shade is – and why you need one.
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