Eyes are often considered the windows to the soul, and with the right makeup techniques, you can make them appear more open, brighter, and absolutely captivating. At Brittany Cosmetics, we believe in enhancing your natural beauty, and making your eyes pop is one of our favorite tricks. Inspired by the striking, wide-eyed look that defines a well-executed makeup application, let's dive into our step-by-step guide to achieving bigger-looking eyes.
step 1: perfect your brows
Your eyebrows frame your entire face, and well-groomed brows can instantly lift and open up your eye area.
* Define and Fill: Use our Brittany Brow Sculpt Pencil to define your arch and fill in any sparse areas with short, hair-like strokes. Choose a shade that matches your natural brow colour for a seamless finish.
* Highlight: A touch of a matte or shimmery brow bone highlight, like the Brittany Luminous Eye Highlighter, just under the arch can create an illusion of lift.
step 2: master your eyeshadow technique
Strategic eyeshadow application is key to creating depth and dimension.
* Light Base: Apply a light, neutral eyeshadow (like a soft cream or peach from our Brittany Nude Awakening Eyeshadow Palette) over your entire lid, from lash line to brow bone. This brightens the area and provides a smooth canvas.
* Crease Definition: Use a slightly darker, matte shade in the crease of your eyelid. Blend it well in a windshield-wiper motion to create depth without harsh lines. This makes your eyelid appear larger.
* Inner Corner Brightness: A dab of a shimmery, light eyeshadow in the inner corners of your eyes can instantly make them look more awake and open.
step 3: the power of eyeliner
Eyeliner is your secret weapon for eye-opening effects.
* Tightlining: Apply our Brittany Gel Glide Eyeliner in a dark shade (brown or black) along your upper waterline (the inner rim of your upper lid). This makes your lash line appear thicker and your lashes fuller without drawing a heavy line on your lid.
* Winged Liner (Subtle): A small, subtle wing can extend the eye outwards, making it appear longer. Keep the line thin along the lash line and flick it gently upwards at the outer corner.
* Avoid Dark Lower Liner (Mostly): While a dark liner on the lower waterline can close off the eye, a nude or white eyeliner on the lower waterline can instantly make your eyes look wider and brighter. Our Brittany Bright Eyes Kohl Pencil is perfect for this!
step 4: lash it up with mascara
Long, voluminous lashes are crucial for opening up the eyes.
* Curl First: Always start by curling your lashes with a good lash curler. This instantly lifts them, making your eyes look more awake.
* Volumize and Lengthen: Apply two to three coats of our Brittany Lash Amplify Mascara, wiggling the wand from the base of your lashes to the tips. Focus on the outer lashes for an extra fanned-out effect. For the lower lashes, apply a very light coat to avoid a heavy look.
step 5: concealer for brightness
Don't forget the power of a well-applied concealer.
* Brighten Undereye: Use our Brittany Radiant Glow Concealer in a shade slightly lighter than your skin tone to brighten the undereye area. This reduces shadows that can make your eyes look smaller and tired. Blend thoroughly for a seamless finish.
With these simple yet effective techniques and your favourite Brittany Cosmetics products, you can easily achieve bigger, brighter, and more captivating eyes. Whether you're heading to work in Wembley or out for a night in London, these tips will ensure your eyes are always making a statement.
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