Do you constantly find yourself wishing you could apply the perfect eye palette look? Maybe you find single shadow application easy but struggle with layered techniques? Or perhaps you want to brush up on your eye makeup artistry skills generally?
If any of these things ring a bell, then this guide on how to apply eyeshadow like a pro is for you. It’s common to get into a bit of a rut with your makeup, falling back on failsafe styles you don’t love, or feeling too uninspired or time-pressed to try something new.
Applying Eyeshadow Primer
On clean lids, lightly apply a small amount of eyeshadow primer from your lash line to brow bone using clean fingertips or a lightweight blending brush. Give it some time to set before applying the eye palette.
Remember that a little goes a long way, so if you’re using a liquid or cream-based primer, the size of a grain of rice should be enough for the entire lid. Simply pat and blend until the priming formula melts into your skin.
Applying Single Color Eyeshadow
Single color eye palette placement can be modern, expressive, fun, and extremely easy. This is a remarkable eye makeup technique when you want to make a true color statement. Actually, it can also be a simple shade to even out skin tone and brighten the eye space. Base eyeshadow color palettes are usually a shade very close to your skin tone or a few shades darker. It’s most often applied from lash line to eyelid crease.
You need to decide if you prefer a dark eyeshadow or a light eyeshadow. Lighter shades brighten and enhance the eye space, while deeper shades add depth and definition. Matter eyeshadow formulas are the foundation of eye makeup application since they add natural dimension.
If looking to achieve a more statement single-eyeshadow, go for a vibrant cream or powder that pops on your skin tone and apply from lash line to crease. Remember to soften any harsh edges through your crease and outer eye line with your favorite blending brush, fusing pigment into the skin.
For those who really want to make a statement, be sure to use a single eyeshadow shade to create a bold graphic eye. Blend your shade of choice through the crease and lash line allowing for negative space on the lower lid.
