SMOKEY EYE COMPANIONS
Ready for tonight? If you’re planning on sporting a red lip, check out my red lip post here and here. But if a smokey eye is more your thing, keep reading because I’ve gathered together all the companions you’ll need to create the ultimate smokey eye.
BRUSHES //
I’d say three brushes would be ideal. A MAC 217 shape to apply and blend the shadow, a giant fluffy brush like the Bobbi Brown blending brush to blend out the edges and something small for under the eye like this Kevyn Aucoin one.
EYELASH CURLERS //
Whether your lashes are naturally curly or as straight as a giraffe’s, eyelash curlers are a must for a smokey eye! Using lash curlers will open up your eyes and will help the curl last longer throughout the night. My all-time favourite ones are from Shu Uemura.
EYESHADOW PRIMER //
I’ve never really come across an eyeshadow primer that doesn’t work, so use whichever one you have to hand. Using any type of eye primer or cream eyeshadow will help give your shadow something to grip to and will prevent any fall-down or disappearing throughout the evening.
COTTON WOOL //
I find cotton wool pads really helpful when you want to prevent any dark eyeshadows falling down onto your cheeks when applying. I fold them in half and then hold them underneath my eye area whilst I blend. Cotton buds are also handy for clearing up any mistakes, especially when it comes to liquid eyeliner!
So gather your smokey eye kit together and you’re ready for the night! Have fun however you’re spending New Year’s Eve and I wish you all the best for 2014!
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