Keep your eyes open. "When the eye is closed, you can't see where the crease at the corner of the eye falls," says Stewart. Assuming your eyes aren't lopsided, this will help keep your liner even on both sides.
To apply, simply shake the product if using a felt tip, as this will saturate the felt tip with liquid. Start at the outer lash line and sweep the liquid eyeliner along the upper lash line in small, connected strokes, continuing until you reach the inner corner of your eye.
DON'T line your whole eye.
Drawing your eyeliner from outside corner all of the way to the inside corner of your eye, on top and bottom, is just a whole lotta eyeliner. It's harsh and unflattering, and makes your eyes appear smaller. It also makes it look like you wear a studded black belt over your Billabong t-shirt.
Line the eye just above the lash line on the top lid and just below on the bottom lashes. The key is connecting the liner at the outer corner. A pencil or liquid eyeliner works well as it won't shift from the outer corner where it can get damp from your eyes natural moisture.
In the class of makeup best practices 101, makeup artists recommend applying eye makeup first before moving on to face makeup with foundation first and then (and only then) concealer.
Despite what you may have heard, it's not the best idea to apply dark eyeliner to your bottom waterline because this can actually shrink the appearance of your eyes. Instead, apply your go-to eyeliner just below your lower lashes to help make your eyes look bigger.
Correct Order of Face Makeup
Foundation. Concealer. Powder. Bronzer/Blush/Highlighter.
Never put concealer or foundation on your eyelids as a base, it will cause your eye makeup to crease.
A statement color, glowing skin, and graphic eyeliner are not going out of style anytime soon. And don't forget to add on your face gems–they're a must-have (trust us).
Eyeliner is much easier to apply when your lashes are bare, so do your liner after shadow but before mascara. If you want to go for a full, bold wing, try the Lancôme Idôle Liner, an inky felt tip that glides on easily and lasts for up to 24 hours.
To limit the risk of developing dry eyes, Dr Carver told BuzzFeed that people should avoid wearing eyeliner or eye makeup in their waterlines on all occasions, as there is no eyeliner that is “safe” for doing so.
Do I apply concealer before or after foundation? Always apply your foundation first, unless you are using a powder foundation. Applying foundation first creates an even base to reduce overall redness, discoloration and minor blemishes.
Fingers are best for a quick and natural application; sponges are good for achieving a flawless finish; and brushes are ideal for full coverage.
And the answer is—whichever you prefer! Yup, there is no one-size-fits-all answer to the hair or makeup first debate. It all comes down to personal preference, the occasion, and a few other factors that play into which order may be a better option.
Concealer follows foundation because this way, you need less of it. Concealer is great for highlighting the high points of your face and adding extra coverage to areas with dark spots, blemishes and dark circles.
Applying a thick, black eyeliner makes your eyes appear really small and beady — making you look older than you are. An easy solution to this problem is to switch your back eyeliner with a brown one for a softer and more youthful appearance.