Eye Shadow

Eye shadow is a cosmetic that is applied on the eyelids and under the eyebrows. Eye shadow adds depth and dimension to one's eyes, complements the eye color, or simply draws attention to the eyes. Eye shadow comes in many different colors and textures. In Gothic fashion, black or similarly dark-colored eye shadow and other types of eye makeup are popular amongst both genders.

The use of eye shadow attempts to replicate the natural eye shadow that some women exhibit due to a natural contrasting pigmentation on their eyelids. A powder eye shadow palette with brown shades for normal day wear; the two center colors are sparkly while the silver and white shades are for creating shadows and highlights.

Eye shadow can be applied in a variety of ways depending upon the desired look and formulation. The most important aspect of applying eye shadow, and makeup in general, is blending well.

To remove eye shadow, a commercial eye makeup remover can be utilized, though a rich face wash will usually remove all traces of color. Eye shadow, eyeliner, and mascara may also be removed using baby oil. Eye shadow is a makeup essential and applying it right can make the difference between sex appeal and less than appealing. For eyeshadow application invest in the following tool:

    Makeup Brushes: Purchase a set of natural hair makeup brushes to achieve the perfect look. These will help apply eyeshadow evenly and in the proper place.     Three Shades of Eyeshadow: When you're buying eyeshadow it's best by eyeshadow sets with three or more colors. Applying Your Eye Shadow

Apply a foundation that matches your skin tone to your eye lid and the surrounding area.     Apply Lightest Shade: The lightest eyeshadow shade acts as a highlighter and is applied first.     Apply Medium Shade: Using a brush that will fit within the confines or your eye lid. brush the medium color across your lid.     Apply Darkest Shade: The darkest shade of eyeshadow is used to create a dramatic and sultry look. Using a thinner brush apply the dark shade to your eye's natural creases which fall between the curve of your eyebrow and your actual eye lid.

Depending on your choice of eye liner (wet or dry) apply it to the rim of your eyes. Eye Shadow's primary purpose is to enhance the eye's shape. There are two basic ways to apply eye shadow in shape shading, "rounded" and "winged. Eye shadows come in in several textures, powders (compacts), pencils, and creams. Three coordinating eye shadow shades that define, highlight and accentuate any eye color. Always apply a lighter shade under the brow bone to highlight the eyes and darker shades on the lid and the crease of the eye. Using a large, flat eyeshadow brush, apply a light shadow color over your entire eyelid from lash line to brow. Choose a fine brush for the eyeshadow application. Choose an eyeshadow color that matches your dress, eye color and face makeup.

Eyeshadow Application Tips

1. Before using eye-shadow, use a little powder on the eyelid as a base.

2. Eye-shadow is available in many shades. On black eyes, chocolate, green or mauve shades are preferred.

3. Apply the darkest shade to the outer corners of the eyes from lash line to the crease.

4. Apply the medium shade on the lower lid.

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