Smokey eyes exude a sense of power.
And I absolutely love to acquire that. When it comes to a signature makeup look, smokey eyes is my go to. Of course, the right occasion and technique are quite important for the smokey eye. You can’t just wear a heavy black smokey eye to a wedding (unless it’s a goth-themed wedding like the one from 27 Dresses). There’s a time and place for everything. I remember back in high school I got my hands on a black eyeshadow. Not only did I wear it heavily during the day, but I didn’t even blend it! Needless to say, I looked like a homeless person with a black eye. Smokey eyes are very tricky initially. Not knowing the right techniques while applying it can end in a disaster.
1. Black Smokey Eye Makeup Tutorial
You Will Need
- Primer
- Concealer
- Black Eyeshadow
- Black liner
- Mascara
- Eyeshadow brushes
How To Apply Black Smokey Eye Makeup?
Step 1: You should always start with a clean base. Applying a primer allows the makeup to stay longer and makes it easier to blend the eyeshadows. Use a concealer under the eyes and on the eyelids to even out any discoloration.
Step 2: Pack on black eyeshadow to the outer corner and into the crease.
Step 3: Blend out the eyeshadow, so there aren’t any harsh lines.
Step 4: If you feel that it needs more intensity you can pack on more color.
Step 5: Apply a gel or pencil liner as close as you can to the lashline
Step 6: Smudge it out and blend it with the existing black eye shadow.
Step 7: If you want to create an intense look, you can even take the eyeliner in the crease and deepen it. Make sure to blend it out well.
Step 8: Take the liner under the eyes.null
Step 9: Smudge it out to create the smokey effect.
Step 10: It’s time for the finishing touches. Apply your favorite volumizing mascara, and you’re good to go!
The black smokey is a classic and is perfect for a night out at the club!
2. Gold Smokey Eye MakeupTutorial
You Will Need
- Primer
- Concealer
- Gold eyeshadow (Cream and powder textures)
- Dark brown eyeshadow
- Black liner
- Fake lashes
- Mascara
- Eyeshadow brushes
How To Apply Gold Smokey Eye Makeup?
Step 1: Prep, prime and conceal the eyelids. Use a cream gold eyeshadow base. This will make the gold pop out more when you add the powder eyeshadow.
Step 2: Pack on the gold eyeshadow and blend.
Step 3: Take a dark brown eyeshadow and apply it to the outer corner and take it into the crease to create depth.
Step 4: Keep applying the gold to the middle of the lid and the brown in the outer corner till you are happy with the intensity.
Step 5: Apply the gold eyeshadow to the lower lashline. Follow up with black liner on the lower water line.
Step 6: Apply eyeliner to the upper lash line and flick it out.
Step 7: To complete the look, apply fake lashes and finish up with mascara.
This is a great holiday look. It also looks fabulous for weddings.
3. Purple Smokey Eye Makeup Tutorial
You Will Need
- Primer
- Concealer
- Lilac shimmery eyeshadow
- Black eyeshadow
- Dark purple eyeshadow
- Peachy-pink eyeshadow
- Black liner
- Mascara
- Eyeshadow brushes
How To Apply Purple Smokey Eye Makeup?
Step 1: Start off with a lilac shimmery eyeshadow as the starting base color.
Step 2: Pack on some black to the outer corner and blend it out so that there are no harsh lines.
Step 3: Use a slightly darker shade of purple in the middle of the eyelid to create a smooth transition between the lilac and the black. This goes without saying, but blend so that it looks flawless.
Step 4: Find a peachy pink shade and use a fluffy blush to apply above the crease. This gives it a natural gradient.
Step 5: Apply kohl or eyeliner to the lower lash line and smudge it out to give it that smokey effect.
Step 6: Tightline your upper water line in order to give your lashes a fuller look.
Step 7: Apply mascara, and your purple smokey is now done!
It’s a misconception that smokey eyes have to be strong. This uses light colors and even the black isn’t so intense. This can be worn in the daytime for a day out shopping in the market or with a cute sun dress for brunch.
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