Health Skin Care Beauty

Today’s post (and next week’s too) are totally devoted to the Skincare Lady! Because, let’s face it, when it comes to makeup, whether it’s in the winter or the summer, eyes are everything, and there are some huge trends going on for winter 2008. Eye makeup itself is a large part of that, but there are also some special things to watch out for when it comes to your eyebrows. Right now, though, we’re going to focus on eyeshadow and eyeliner. There are two looks prevalent this winter: the smoky eye look, and the cat’s eye look. That’s the one we’re focusing on today, because I for one am dying to try this out myself.

Step one: apply your shadow base, which is basically a new eye. I personally use my coverstick for this, but if you have an actual nude base, feel free to use it. It’ll stop both the shadow and the liner from smudging, and there won’t be any creases on your eyelids.

Step two: use your eyeliner. Here is where things get fun. You can use liquid liner or a simple pencil, though liquid is generally considered best, not to mention being easier for this look. Black or brown are the best colors to use here. Now, tip your head back so you’re looking down into the mirror. Starting with the inner corners of your eyes and dot the liner along the root of your eyelashes. You’re going from the inside out at this point and you need to follow your eye’s natural curve. Then, line again, this time making the line thicker. You extend outwards toward the outer corner of your eye; the extremity of the tilt depends on your tastes. After that, you can use a foam eyeshadow brush to smudge and soften the line. The key during this whole process is to get as close to the root of your eyelashes as possible. In regards to your lower lid, the line should be thinner.

Next comes eyeshadow. You don’t necessarily have to apply, it’s up to you. Traditionally, however, the smoky look is best here – and yep, folks, that’s what we’ll be touching on next week, so stay tuned!