How-To: Eyes Archive

How to Do a Smokey Eye

Posted on August 25, 2010 | 6 Comments
Smokey eyes can be really dramatic, but they can also be nice for daytime too -- it all depends on what colors you choose for your look and how much you pack them on. You can even start with a natural smokey eye during the day and just add a darker color on your outer V to make it more dramatic for nighttime! For this Technique post, I will show you how to do a smokey eye with notes on how you can adjust it based on how natural or dramatic you want yours to be. Read more...
How to Apply Pigments Wet (Foiling)

Posted on August 12, 2010 | 1 Comment
Applying pigments wet makes the color of the pigment much more vibrant and intense than applying it dry. When you apply pigments wet, it's as if you have a whole new shade of pigment! Foiling is another name for this technique, because it has the effect of making your eyeshadow/pigment look shiny and bright like foil. Here's how to bring out the intensity of your pigment colors! Read more...
Everything You Need to Know About False Eyelashes

Posted on July 13, 2010 | 2 Comments
In this technique post, I covered everything you need to know about false eyelashes -- how to choose them based on what look you're going for, when and how to apply them, how to remove them, and tips on cleaning your fake lashes so that you can wear them again (and also tips on when you should throw them away)! Read more...
How to Apply an Eyeshadow Wash

Posted on June 23, 2010 | 6 Comments
For those new to eyeshadow application, applying an eyeshadow wash is the simplest technique to add some color to your eyes. A wash is one eyeshadow color applied from your lash line to your brow bone. For those who are comfortable applying eyeshadow, a wash provides a nice base of color for more advanced looks, like smokey eyes. Here's how to do this very basic eye shadow technique! Read more...
How to Add a Pop of Color to Your Eye Shadow

Posted on February 6, 2010 | 1 Comment
Adding a little pop of bright color on your lids brings attention to your eyes. I'll show you how to achieve this peek-a-boo purple effect. You can use any bright color you want (like something that matches your outfit or a bright lipstick). The trick to making the bright color subtle is to use neutral colors on the rest of your eye. Read more...