Friday, February 12, 2010

Best Eyeshadow Colors for Blue, Brown and Green eyes

So did you ever ask yourself what color of eyeshadows look best to compliment your eyes? Well I have compiled a list of colors that I came across in my makeup class at school.
Brown Eyes: For those of you that fall in this category you have a plethera of shadows to choose from, you really can't go wrong with any colors if you have brown eyes you can use two or three tones of eyeshadow but three tones are better. Lighter colors than your eyes will make your eyes look more natural and darker shades will make your eyes stand out for a more dramatic look.



Blue Eyes: If you have blue eyes here is what colors look best for you. Gray violets, taupe, purple, and deep blue. Many have found using a dark shade of blue will actually bring out the more natural blue tones in your eyes; giving you a brighter and more vibrant look.


Green Eyes: For you green eyed gals try different browns, chocolate tones. Browns and dark greens with copper or gold highlights are also a great choice.
Apricots and taupes are good choices for highlighters.
Dark purples, plums and metallics work too. Coppers and golds will make a really glamorous evening look.
(I know Taylor Swift's eyes are blue but those colors will work just fine with Green eyes too)



Guideline to the Eyeshadow Application Process
If you are going for the complete look (lid, crease and highlighter), apply the lightest color (shimmery taupe or bronze) to the entire eyelid all of the way to the edge of the eyebrow. Then use a darker color from the same color family (i.e. deep brown) to the crease and dust a highlighter (a shimmery white or pale color) just beneath the brow. For those of you with mature skin try to stay away from anything shimmery or sparkly it will really emphasize on any wrinkles or lines you have and make them stand out more which is probably not something you want, stick with matte colors.



Finally don't forget to blend. You can never blend to much. The goal is to eliminate any harsh obvious edges of color. Remember, lighter colors highlight and darker colors recede and add depth and shading.

Most importantly Have FUN !!!! :)

No comments:

Post a Comment