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How to Create Sexy, SMOKY EYES

2nd March, 2009 - Posted by admin -

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WANT SEXY, SMOKY EYES?  HERE’S HOW!
 
The first step to sexy smoky eyes is, of course, eyeliner!  You can use either a pencil or a liquid.  I suggest drawing a thin line in either a black or dark brown color….following along the top eyelash line (OR you can apply eyeliner from the top inner corner to top outer corner of the eyes), whichever you like best.  Then add a bit of eyeliner underneath the eye in the outside corner.  Note:  Avoid ringing the eye with eyeliner, as this can make the eyes appear smaller. 
 
IMPORTANT MAKEUP COLOR PRINCIPLE:  Lighter colors create fullness and highlight an area, while darker colors create depth and definition. 
 
Let’s continue creating those smoky eyes with eye shadows next!  Try using a highly-pigmented, medium-toned eye shadow on the lid, then a dark-toned eye shadow color on the outer corners of the eyelid, in the eyelid crease under the browbone, and in the corners underneath the eye (eyeshadow applied over your eyeliner); see the illustration below.  A lighter shadow can be applied softly directly underneath the eyebrow as a highlighter. 
 
Here is an illustration of where to apply a medium-toned eye shadow (Silverado) and two darker-toned eye shadows (Navajo Brown & Slate blended together) in the corner and eyelid crease under the browbone.  The three high-pigment QDazzle™ eye shadow tones used here are “Silverado” Frosty Eye Shadow, “Navajo Brown” and “Slate” Matte Eye Shadows.

 

 
Of course, curling your eyelashes will help show off your eyes too!  Next apply your eyelash conditioner, let dry, then apply your mascara.  You can use several coats of mascara (letting each coat dry thoroughly before applying the next coat helps avoid clumping).  For extra drama, as a final touch try a fun pair of sexy false eyelashes or dramatic Crystal-Studded Eyelashes!
 
For more illustrations to guide you with your eye makeup, visit the QDazzleProm.com website and click the link “Dress Color Packages”.  Select the shade of your outfit or gown and you will see both Natural and Dramatic makeup illustrations.

For further step-by-step application help for each product within the “Dress Color Packages” section, just become a “Make Me Dazzle” Club Member (it’s free) and gain access to Advanced Makeup Tips and Techniques too!  By using the illustrations along with the highly-pigmented QDazzle™ makeup colors, you can create your own ‘professionally done’ makeup look!!

 

WHY select highly-pigmented makeup colors?   Makeup colors that look best for photography and stage are usually highly-pigmented, meaning they contain strong color pigments and are not sheer.  A highly-pigmented makeup color product will allow the user to apply a small amount to achieve a bit of color or it can provide darker, dramatic color when applied more heavily.  This allows flexibility for the user to achieve her preferred look.  Along with being longer-lasting, the strong color pigment in highly-pigmented makeup colors will hold up against the harsh lighting from cameras and stage lights (no washed-out, ghostly makeup looks).  Get your favorite shades of brilliant Highly-Pigmented Makeup Colors at QDazzle.com today!
 

 

Article posted by:  Jennifer Kalman, www.QDazzle.com Founder