Smokey Eyes

I just love the way people have that "smokey eye" look. I tried to do it and wound up looking like I had two black eyes. Any tips on how to make this look nice without looking a total mess?

I have no idea what the "smokey eyed" look is, I know of a dreamy eyed look, is it the same thing? That's something that comes with practice, if you find a pick of what you hope to achieve, post it for us to see.

I think that one thing that distinguishes black eyes from smoky eyes is the blending. You also have to make sure that you use a light base color and add a dark color to it, and not make it overwhelming. You might want to start with a gold base and use dark purple to create the smoky effect, instead of black.

Thanks Janelle. I've looked it up and they all say to use black. I'll try the gold and dark purple. Karla, here are a few pix for you.

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The majority of the websites I've visited say that smoky eyes with black are the most popular, but I think that switching it up can be just as nice sometimes! You can experiment with color schemes to come up with something you really like.

I tried it and couldn't make it work... I will keep practicing because I like it also!

i have experienced sum blending colours.i will tell u sum of it but i dont think they r smokey ones??i blended (golden n maroon) ,( maroon with dark brown ),(orange with dark brown(instead of black) .they looked realla great n i lv them.

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Steps for smokey eyes.

this is wat you need:
Eye primer (you don't need it, but it's great for keeping shadow in place)
2 Shadows: One light, one darker
Eyeliner
Makeup brushes
Mascara


Do it yourself:

Prep the lid. The key to keeping eyeshadow from melting into your eyelid crease as the day goes on is to kept eyelids oil-free. To do this start with an eyeshadow base (also called "primer"). I prefer to dab at bit of MAC's 'paint' on lids before shadow application. Or try Fresh Freshface Perfecting Eye Primer.


Apply eyeliner. If you're going for a typical black, brown or gray smoky eye, apply liner in one of those colors above the upper lash line, drawing line thicker in the middle of eye. If your opting for a jewel-toned eye (violet makes a gorgeous smoky eye), line eyes with a purple, blue or deep green liner.


Blend in color on bottom lashes For color on the bottom (a key smoky eye look) you'll want a lighter eyeliner. The key is to "smudge it." You can also apply a bit of shadow to get full smudge effect.


Apply light base color Again, the key to a smoky eye is pairing a lighter base with the darker hue. I prefer a nice cream shade for my base. Sweep a light, shimmery shadow over the lids to your browbone. I love Stila's whipped eye shadows $20. The moist "mousse" consistency seems to stay on forever. My favorite colors are taupe and pearl.


Blend in darker color, but keep dark color below the crease. Now that you have the base and eyeliner on, it's time to get the smoky effect. You need a darker eyeshadow shade. Using an eyeshadow brush blend in color starting at your lash line, blending up. Make sure to blend color into the lash line so the eye liner disappears. Stop deep color at crease.


Doublecheck your work Make sure eyes match and blend color with a Q-tip if need be.


Finish with several coats of volumizing mascara. Tried and true mascaras (featured in "Elle" magazine's March 2006 issue) include DiorShow Mascara & L'Oreal Paris Volume Shocking Mascara. Elle's writer says they are the best volumizers she's tried.


Tips:
Remember to keep lips nude. When applying strong makeup (like smoky eyes or red lips) put the focus on either eyes or lips, never both. (Think Angelina Jolie: She either plays up her huge eyes or her huge lips, never both. If she did, she'd look like a clown).

For a bit of fun, try a blue or purple mascara. It will make blue eyes "pop."

Liner doesn't have to come in pencil form. Makeup experts know eyeshadows make some of the best eyeliners. To do this take an eyeliner brush (available at Sephora, MAC or any dept store), wet it, then dab wet brush into the dark shadow. This allows for a deep, precise line. You can also use the dark shadows without wetting brush first. Either way, eyeliner is necessary for smoky eye.

This season go jewel-toned (blue is great for you blue-eyed girls) and keep your eyes smoky but stay away from dark browns and black. Instead, go for a deep purple, a gold-brown or any of the many vibrant colors in this year.


So now.....Enjoy....n have fun with your eyes.

wildie, tat one was so crazzzyyy... loved it so much! n u hav explained it so well!!!! thnx babes

I hope scorpy....You can try this conveniently....With no mess up!... ;-)