
HOW TO...APPLY EYE
MAKEUP
Writer: Stephanie
Page 2 of 12
step
one...
choose
your eyeshadow
formula
There are several formulas of eyeshadow available.
Powder:
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These are the easiest to use for daily application.
It is eaiser to control the amount of shadow you use for the look you desire.
However, if you have oily eyelids, these will crease and fade away.
Try: Laura Mercier Eyeshadows ($18)
Revlon Wet/Dry Eyeshadows ($4)
shown |
Creme
Pot:
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These shadows have major staying power, but
are trickier to blend together with other colors. Try these if your lids
are more prone to shadow creasing.
Try: Benefit Creme Shadow ($18) shown
Revlon Illuminance Creme Shadow
($7) |
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Tube:
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These are great if you just want a sheer wash
of color, but steer clear if you have oily eyelids.
Try: Mary Kay Eyesicles Creme-to-Powder Eyecolor ($10)
Maybelline Cool Effect Cooling Cream Eyecolor
($5) |
Stick:
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These are the most stay-put of all the shadow
types. If your eyeshadow creases when you use creme pot, try this. These
are typically cooling, which feels great if you have sensitive eyes.
Try: Clinique Smudgesicles ($13)
CG Smoothers Gel Eyecolor Pencil
($5) |
PAGE 1:
Intro
PAGE 2, step 1: Choose Your Eyeshadow Formula
PAGE 3, step 2: Choose Your Eyeshadow
Colors
PAGE 4, step 3: Apply Your Primer
PAGE 5, step 4: Apply Your Highlight
Shade
PAGE 6, step 5: Apply Your Accent & Contour
Shade
PAGE 7, step 6: Choose Your Eyeliner
Formula
PAGE 8, step 7: Choose Your Eyeliner
Color
PAGE 9, step 8: Apply Your Eyeliner
PAGE 10, step 9: Curl Your Eyelashes
PAGE 11, step 10: Apply Your Mascara
PAGE 12, step 11: Optional: Define Your
Eyebrows
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