A smokey eye is a classic, sultry makeup look that works for any occasion. Follow this step-by-step guide to master the perfect smokey eye:
🔹 Step 1: Prep Your Eyes
✅ Apply an eye primer to ensure long-lasting, crease-free eyeshadow.
✅ If you don’t have primer, use a concealer and set it with translucent powder.
🔹 Step 2: Apply a Transition Shade
✅ Choose a neutral matte shade (light brown, taupe) and blend it into the crease.
✅ Use a fluffy blending brush to soften any harsh lines.
🔹 Step 3: Build the Depth
✅ Apply a darker shade (deep brown, charcoal, or black) to the outer corner of your eyelid.
✅ Blend it into the crease, focusing on a soft, diffused effect.
🔹 Step 4: Intensify the Lid
✅ Use a dark eyeshadow or creamy eyeliner and apply it to the center of your lid.
✅ Blend it towards the outer and inner corners for a seamless gradient.
✅ For extra drama, layer a shimmery or metallic shade in the center.
🔹 Step 5: Smoke Out the Lower Lash Line
✅ Apply the same dark shade along the lower lash line using a small smudge brush.
✅ Blend it out with your transition shade for a soft, smudged effect.
🔹 Step 6: Line & Define
✅ Use a black eyeliner pencil or gel liner to tightline your upper waterline for added depth.
✅ Apply a thin line along your upper lash line and smudge it for a smokier effect.
✅ Optional: Wing it out slightly for more drama.
🔹 Step 7: Highlight & Brighten
✅ Apply a light shimmer or matte beige shade to the inner corner and brow bone.
✅ This step enhances the eyes and prevents them from looking too dark.
🔹 Step 8: Finish with Mascara & Lashes
✅ Curl your lashes and apply 2-3 coats of volumizing mascara.
✅ For extra drama, add false lashes and blend them with mascara.
💡 Bonus Tips:
✔️ Blend, blend, blend! The key to a seamless smokey eye is soft transitions between colors.
✔️ Start light, build up intensity. It’s easier to add more than to remove excess dark shadow.
✔️ Use tape or a makeup wipe to create a clean edge for a sharp look.
✔️ Pair with neutral lips to balance the bold eye makeup.
