Makeup To Wear With A Smokey Eye

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You’ve heard it at Sephora and read it in all the magazine’s, “you don’t need a full face of makeup when you wear a smokey eye”. It sounds like the great advice of a makeup artist, but what does it really mean?

When creating a smokey or dramatic eye the focal point of your face should be only that, your eyes. They should be smoldering and gorgeous with little else to distract. This means all other makeup should be minimal. It does not however mean you should go without makeup, what you need is gorgeous glowing skin that creates a beautiful backdrop for your centerpiece.

How then do you get this perfect backdrop and still look like you don’t have a full face of makeup on? With the right tools and shades!

Instead of liquid foundation, which can look heavy, use a loose foundation. Urban Decay’s Surreal Skin Mineral Makeup is a perfect choice. It will give your skin a healthy glow and smooth any imperfections. For blush, stay away from dark or bright shades since these will distract from your eyes. Try Benefit Cosmetics Georgia, a gorgeous light peach powder that doubles for a barely there blush.

Last, but not least, keep your lips nude but plump them up. This will give your look balance without being distracting. Clinique’s Full Potential Lips Plump and Shine in Glamour-full looks wonderful with a smokey eye. This product plumps to perfection and looks fabulous!

(Image Courtesy Clinique)