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There are so many times I try to do a quick explanation on how I apply my eye shadow to my clients while I’m doing their hair services and every time I think “I wish I could just show you right now!” So, I’ve decided to make a step by step eye shadow tutorial on how I do my own daily makeup.
The makeup line I use at my studio is Limelife.(link) The coverage and pigment are glorious! AND professional quality, paraben free, cruelty free, and vegan.
Tools you will need
- Eye shadow brush
- Eye shadow smudge brush
- Towel or paper towel for dusting off brush between colors
Applying the Eye Shadow
Step 1) I used a lighter cream foundation as a base to even out my lid. This also provides some grip for the shadow pigment to stick to like a primer. I used my regular eye shadow brush to apply it.
Step 2) Apply a light eye shadow shimmer to the main part of the lid- My go-to is #22 but I will use other colors that are similar, sometimes I want a brighter one or one that has more copper in it. Just depends on my day, however, the steps would be the same.
Step 3) Pat a darker color in the outer corner-V shaped- to create a shadow or smokey look. I use #08
Step 4) Apply over the dark an accent color. I don’t always do this part but I wanted to add a touch of green without being too dramatic. I used #50F. If you want a more intense color for your accent just use less or none of the darker color from step 3
Step 5) Blend the colors together with a fluffier brush with an even lighter color (or one that matches your brow bone, for me I use ALL the palest colors to match my face!) Color used-#01
Step 6) Add the bottom liner and smudge. I used the Work Hard/Play Hard eyeliner duo which is almost a gel consistency. I love it because I don’t have to press hard to apply it and it smudges easier. Then comb and fill in your brows. Claim to Frame brow pencil in medium(link) is what I use for mine.
Step 7) Add Mascara. BUT first be sure to curl your lashes before applying mascara. I did not have my curler on hand that day so they would have look way better lifted up.
Products
These are the 4 eye colors I used today
Finishing the look
As you can see, from the first photo, I finished just half of my face to show a side by side.
I used the cream foundation in Ivory and dusted with a powder (02) then added blush (03 Possible) and lipstick (Devils Food)
Feel free to reach out to me with any questions about the application or the makeup line! And if you are interested in the business side of it, I’m happy to help you get set up or answer any questions-no pressure 😉