Mastering Eyeliner Application for Flawless Results Every Time
For a majority of them, eye makeup involves applying eyeliner, which most are quite scared to do well as it can slightly change the way their facial features look. But with some efforts and right technique you could have eyes that speak themselves. This guide will teach how to use an eyeliner so that you can become skilled in applying a subtle line or dramatic winged effect.
1. Gather Your Tools
Before diving into the application process, ensure you have everything you need. Here's a quick list of essential tools:
- Eyeliner (Pencil ,Gel, Liquid)/Tutorial
- Pencil eyeliner sharpener
- A small mirror
- Q-tips or makeup remover for erasing
- An eyelash curler (optional)
2. Prep Your Eyelids
Prep your eyelids (this will ensure a smooth application) Wipe the area clean and prep with an eyeshadow primer (the equivalent of exfoliating before a mask). This will help your eyeliner go on smoothly and stay in place all day.
3. Choose Your Eyeliner Type
Types of eyeliner for all tastes:
- Pencil Liner: If you're a novice with liners, this is perfect for starting out. It's simple to control and softens easily.
- Gel Eyeliners: Going on smooth and leaving no room for fading, these gel eyeliners do more than create a dramatic eye moment.•
- Liquid Eyeliner: Great For Sleek, Exact Lines & Excels At Intense Styles.
Pick the one that suits your desired look and ability
4. Find Your Perfect Angle
Look in your mirror to make sure you are at an angle where you can see the eyelids clearly. Just a bit down to enhance visibility of your lash line
5. Apply the Eyeliner
For a Basic Line:
- Drawtheline withissa bitathickliner as you go toward the outer corner, building up from inside.
- Keep your hand very firm, and do not be afraid to make short strokes instead of just making one long line.
For a Winged Look:
- Start with the simple line as above.
- Add a wing by bringing the outside edge of your line up and out along the natural angle of your lower lash.
- Reconnect the tip of the wing with that line, filling in any gaps.
6. Perfect Your Look
Once again , after investing so much of time in drawing the eyelineremap as you see. Use a cotton swab dipped in makeup remover to clean up any messy spots or mistakes.
7. Set Your Eyeliner
If you're worried about it lasting then just take a bit of eyeshadow in the same color and go over your eyeliner with that. It will make the product sit and prevent the color from smudging all day.
8. Finishing Touches
Complete your eye makeup with putting a coat of mascara on to perk up those lashes. It will make your eyeliner pop and help you look more awake.
Conclusion
Granted, eyeliner may takes some getting used to but with practice and the right way you can master it easily. Don't forget, it's about your comfort level and tweaking what works best for how you do things. Take every application as an opportunity to make a statement, and before you know it, eyeliner perfection will be yours! Happy lining!