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Mastering eyeliner application can be tricky for those with hooded eyes, which feature a prominent brow bone and a fold that covers the eyelid. But don’t worry! With a little patience and practice, you can achieve a smudge-free, smooth, and precise look that captivates every gaze. We’ll address all your common questions and concerns to help you maximize your makeup results!
Steps
When is the right time to apply eyeliner?
Start with an eye primer. Unlike regular primers, eye primers are applied directly to the eyelids, creating a smooth base for makeup. Dab a small amount of primer onto each eyelid and blend it evenly across the skin. Extend the primer from the lash line up to the brow for a seamless and uniform finish.
- If you plan to use eyeshadow or apply eyeliner along the lower lash line, add a touch of primer there as well.
- You can apply the primer using your fingertips or a flat eyeshadow brush.
Apply eyeliner before eyeshadow. Hooded eyes tend to appear smaller compared to other eye shapes, making it challenging to maintain balance when applying eyeliner. Draw a thin line along the upper and lower lash lines—this will enhance the eyes' sharpness without being overly dramatic. You can then refine the line using an angled brush to blend the product seamlessly.
- The "eyeliner first" rule works best with pencil or gel eyeliners. If you’re using a liquid liner, apply it after your eyeshadow.
Which type of eyeliner is the best?
Opt for a quick-drying eyeliner. Unfortunately, hooded eyelids have limited space, making smudging a common issue. Choose an eyeliner labeled "quick-drying," such as a gel liner, to ensure a clean and polished look.
Select an eyeliner color that complements your eye color. According to makeup experts, copper, gold, and navy shades look stunning on blue eyes, while plum, olive, and gold enhance hazel eyes. Mahogany, garnet, and amethyst are perfect for green eyes, and amber and dark blue beautifully accentuate brown eyes.
- Black eyeliner may not be the best choice for those with fair skin, as it can make the eyes appear smaller than they are.
How can you create a standout eyeliner look?
Create a striking winged eyeliner look. Dip an angled makeup brush into an eyeshadow that matches your eyeliner shade and sketch out the wing. Complete the winged look by filling it in with your eyeliner.
- For hooded eyes, it’s easier to draw the wing first.
- If the winged liner doesn’t turn out as desired, use a cotton swab dipped in makeup remover to clean it up!
Experiment with the floating eyeliner technique. With this style, you’ll draw the eyeliner about 1.3 cm above the upper lash line. This liner appears misplaced when your eyes are closed but looks sharp and dynamic when they’re open.
- Always apply floating eyeliner over your eyeshadow.
What subtle eyeliner style can I try?
Tightlining is an excellent option. This technique involves applying eyeliner to the upper waterline instead of creating a winged look. Gently lift your eyelid with one hand for better access, and use the other hand to line the waterline with a pencil, brush, or liquid eyeliner.
- Tightlining can be tricky at first! Take your time to perfect the technique.
- Work quickly—if tears start to form, the product won’t adhere properly.
Any tips for blending eyeshadow on hooded eyes?
Create balance for the upper eyelids using light and dark tones. Apply a light, neutral-toned eyeshadow to the front of the eyelid to make the eyes appear slightly larger. Next, blend a shimmering medium-toned eyeshadow across the middle of the lid. Finally, use a darker shade along the outer corner of the eye, blending it upward and toward the center of the lid.
- You can use a cream eyeshadow as a base and layer a blue shimmer on top. Then, apply a darker blue shade to the lid for a subtle gradient effect.
- Smoky eye makeup also looks stunning on hooded eyes.
Apply eyeshadow to the inner corner and lower lash line. Choose a dark eyeshadow that complements the main eye makeup color and apply it along the lower lash line. Stop halfway and switch to a lighter highlight shade, blending it from the middle of the eye toward the inner corner.
- When selecting a highlight color, opt for a light skin tone or a brighter shade than the main color.
How should I apply mascara to hooded eyes?
Apply mascara to the lower lashes first. You typically open your eyes wide while applying mascara to the lower lashes. If you apply mascara to the upper lashes first, it may smudge around the eyebrows. Instead, start with the lower lashes, then move on to the upper lashes.
Advice
- If your eyeliner smudges, you can clean it up using a cotton swab or makeup remover wipe.
