Friday 12 February 2010

How to get smoky eyes

This style has been popular for some time now and doesn't look like it's going anywhere. It is very easy to do and perfect for going out. The key part to this look is that the colours look flawlessly blended. Heres a step by step guide to get the smoky eye look.

Step 1. Make sure the lid is free from any oils. You can do this by using blotting sheets or a primer.

Step 2. Apply base colour. I would recommend a light colour such as cream, beige or soft gold. This is so the darker colour on the outer corner will blend inwards. Apply base colour all over lid.

Nicole Richie is a fan of the smoky eye.

Step 3. Using a khol eyeliner pencil in your chosen dark colour, apply to the upper lash line on the outer corner of the eye. You can apply a thin line all the way along the top lid if you wish, just make sure it is thicker on the outer edge so it can smudge up.


Diane Kruger wears smoky eyes on the red carpet.

Step 4. Apply khol eyeliner along bottom lash line then smudge using a small brush or Q-tip.

Step 5. Using a brush blend the darker eye shadow into the lighter base colour. Start from the outer corner blending inwards towards the nose, but don't cover the whole lid or go over the crease. Follow the lash line with upward strokes. The dark eye shadow should cover the eyeliner and look as though its gradually fading inwards.

Beyonce shows that smoky eye works well on dark skin tones.

Step 6. Apply mascara to top & bottom lashes to finish the look and make your eyes stand out.

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