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Bird shading technique. Eye makeup techniques. How to apply bird makeup correctly

Isolda Mayorova

Eyes are not just a “mirror of the soul”, but a kind of “calling card” of any person, and therefore our task is to emphasize their expressiveness, beauty and depth. In this regard, the fair sex is extremely lucky - after all, they have the opportunity to transform their eyes as their heart desires. In this article, we will discuss in detail all types of eye makeup with names, and also talk about various eye makeup techniques.

Criteria for choosing the type and technique of makeup

It is advisable to study all types and schemes of eye makeup in order to be able to choose the most suitable ones for yourself. The choice of certain makeup techniques should be determined by a number of extremely important factors in this context, for example, we are talking about:

about tasks, which the make-up must perform, since, you see, they differ somewhat between daytime everyday and competition make-up;
about eye size;
about the distance between the eyes;
about the location of the eyes relative to the ocular axis;
about clothing style;
about lifestyle and so on..

Audrey Hepburn's calling card is the arrows on the upper eyelid, making the eyes more almond-shaped

Basic eye makeup techniques

There are four main techniques for applying eye makeup:

classical;
horizontal;
vertical;
diagonal.

Classic eye makeup technique
If you are interested in classic evening eye makeup, it is important to choose the right color scheme. The classical technique is based on zoning the eyelid area and applying several shades to them one by one shadows They are applied to the entire area: from the eyelash growth line, to the movable eyelid, the area above it and to the eyebrow growth line. When creating an everyday look, the upper area is most often painted over with light shades, a medium tone is applied to the eyelid, and the entire emphasis is concentrated on the outer corners of the eyes - it is better to highlight them with a rich contrasting color.

The classic technique is equally suitable for both daytime and festive evening makeup

Horizontal technique
Horizontal eye makeup is based on creating light and dark areas elongated horizontally, smoothly transitioning into each other using shading, which contributes to the visual “expansion” of the eyes. This technique is suitable for normal or deep-set eyes. Makeup looks beautiful on bulging and round eyes, but this technique is not suitable for “Asian-type” eyes.
Use white eye shadow or concealer to highlight the inner corners of the eyes. Use eyeliner or a dark pencil to emphasize the eyelash line. Next, you need to mentally divide the eyelid horizontally into three zones: the movable area, the fold of the eyelid, and the area under the eyebrow. Shadows are applied to each zone in turn: at the bottom - a medium shade, in the middle - dark, at the top - the lightest.
Horizontal eye makeup contributes to their visual expansion
Vertical technique
Makeup is applied using this technique evenly along the vertical sections of the eyelid. The vertical technique can visually change the shape of the eyes, making them more round, and therefore it is suitable for narrow, deep-set eyes. The vertical technique is not recommended for convex and round eyes.
This makeup technique is based on conditionally dividing the eyelid into several (usually five) vertical zones, applying shadows of different shades to them, and then shading them. First, the areas near the inner corners of the eyes are lightened with a highlighter or white shadows. Gradually moving to the outer corners, shadows of a light shade are applied one by one, then darker, even darker, and finally shadows of a rich dark color are used.

When using a vertical makeup technique, shading is very important.

Diagonal technique
The application of shadows is carried out along conventional vertical stripes of the eyelids, but at a slight angle of inclination towards the temple. Although the diagonal eye makeup technique is positioned as basic, it is essentially a type of vertical eye makeup scheme, and therefore also fits for deep-set eyes.
The application pattern is also similar to the vertical one: when moving from the inner to the outer corners, the shades range from light to intensely dark. The peculiarity lies in the visual effect: due to the application of shadows at an angle, the outer corners look raised.
Popular makeup techniques
In addition to the basic techniques described above, there are about ten different types of eye makeup. The most popular of them are:
"banana";
"bird";
"Smoky eyes";
"cat's eye";
pencil
"Banana"
The banana makeup technique owes its name to a special form of applying shadows to the upper eyelid, reminiscent of a banana. This technique is suitable for women of all types. The exception is ladies with large eyes, who should use the banana technique with caution so as not to overdo it. And here small eyes can be visually enlarged using the banana makeup technique.
The execution begins from the central part of the moving eyelid, where the shadows of the lightest shade from the selected range are applied in the shape of a circle. To the left and right of the circle, that is, from the center to the inner and outer corners, you need to apply shadows a tone darker. The corners and crease of the eyelid are painted in the darkest color, all shades are shaded. Finally, using a brush, round the corners of the upper and lower eyelids so that the shadow is applied in a banana-like shape. The color transitions are shaded again.
"Bird"
The “bird” makeup technique has another name – “wing”. Both of these names are due to the fact that the shadows applied in this pattern resemble the open wings of a bird. Bird technique is universal, and therefore suitable for all eye types. With this makeup You can correct close-set and too round eyes, giving them an almond shape and raising the upper corners.
First, the inner corner is brightened using highlighter, white eye shadow or other lightest shades selected. The central part of the moving eyelid is painted over with slightly darker shadows. Shadows of an even darker shade are applied to the outer corner. The final stage: using the darkest shade from the selected range, draw the letter V. The base of the letter is on the outer corner of the eye, and its sides form the eyelash growth line and the fold of the moving eyelid. All areas are shaded with a brush in the direction of the temples.
"Smoky eyes"
An interesting technique for applying eye shadow is “Smoky eyes”. This kind of makeup usually used for evening make-up. However, some girls and women use the indicated technique for everyday makeup.
Using a pencil, the upper and lower eyelash growth lines are outlined, and the gap between them is sketched. Shading is in progress. Dark-colored shadows are applied to the moving eyelid, which seem to be slightly driven in, but not smeared on the skin. Shadows of gray or graphite shades are superimposed on the above zone, starting from the outer corner towards the inner.
Flesh-colored or light gray shadows are applied to the crease of the upper eyelid. The transition between shades should not be sharp, and therefore all boundaries are shaded. The lower eyelid with a dark line already drawn on it is painted with shadows of light or flesh tones with a shimmering effect.

Smoky eyes" is the most popular technique for wedding makeup

"Cat's Eye"
The main difference between Cat Eye makeup is contour emphasized with eyeliner. The upward arrow gives the look a certain “slantness”, making it look like a cat’s. This technique is suitable for different types of eyes, provided that the shape of the arrows is correctly selected. For those with bulging eyes, it is recommended to highlight only the upper eyelid and not apply thick lines.. But in order to correct close-set eyes, it is enough to focus on their outer corners and lengthen the arrows. You can also bring the eyeliner line not to the innermost corner, but interrupt it earlier.
The technique is performed in different variations. Main accents: first, using a small amount of light shadows, sketch out the entire upper eyelid, including the area under the eyebrows. A darker shade of shadow is applied to the area of the moving eyelid. Then, using liquid or gel eyeliner, draw clear arrows on the upper eyelid: from the inner corner through the entire eyelid, extending beyond the outer corner of the eye.

Enhancing the effect can be achieved by applying eyeshadow of the darkest color from the palette to the crease of the eyelid.

Pencil technique
All the makeup described above refers to the shadow technique of eye makeup, since the main tool for applying them is shadows. Pencil technique is created with a pencil. Its main advantage is that it allows you to give your eyes any shape., which makes pencil technique universal.
The pencil technique begins by applying a base foundation or concealer to your eyelids. Sometimes powder is added to the areas where eye shadow is applied. The moving eyelid is completely painted over with white shadows, blending until smooth. Draw the desired shape with a pencil of the desired color, shade the contours with a brush, using pearlescent powder.
Take note of a few tips that will come in handy, no matter what makeup application technique you prefer.
With any eye makeup you can’t do without using foundation, with which, for example, you can disguise wrinkles formed in the corners of the eyes. Thanks to this, the applied makeup will visually take on a more even shape and will maintain a fresh look longer.
Do not apply a large amount of eyeshadow at once– it’s better to do this in several layers.
If there are noticeable defects or wrinkles on the skin You should not use shimmering shadows in your makeup.
For visual to increase the shape of the eyes, use light shades of shadows, and dark shadows, on the contrary, will visually make the eyes smaller.
Carry out applying shadows with a brush– then the makeup will lie more evenly.
Now you know enough about eye makeup to make an informed choice of the most suitable makeup technique for you, which will make your eyes irresistible!
29 April 2014, 16:49

Under the influence of fashion, each time one type of makeup is replaced by another, more modern one, for example, “bird” makeup.

The modern fashion trend has led to the replacement of smoky makeup with this type of makeup, since it is more suitable for owners of eyes with downward corners, that is, drooping eyelids.

How to use a pencil when creating bird makeup

The pencil makeup technique involves a scheme that boils down to creating an image using a pencil instead of shadows. This technique is more complex than makeup with shadows. Beginners need to practice using a pencil first. Then the bird makeup will look brighter and more contrasting.

When starting to create it, you should check whether there is pearlescent shimmering powder among the cosmetics. With its help, you can shade transitions with maximum precision.

To create an unusual shimmering make-up, first draw the upper eyelid using a black pencil, making it in the form of a small arrow. First, draw the letter “V”, drawing the arrow to the end, starting from the border of the fixed eyelid with the movable one, namely from its middle.

Taking a brown pencil, create the appearance of shading towards the temples. The inside of the eye is covered with a pink pencil. Next, carefully draw the transition boundary between different shades. The next step is to apply pearlescent powder using a damp and thin brush, taking into account the contour of the border. Next, the lower eyelid is emphasized, starting from the middle, and then mascara is applied.

How to apply bird makeup correctly

Before applying makeup, the facial skin is thoroughly cleansed and a day cream is applied to it, which allows you to give the makeup a more natural and fresh look. Then you need to use foundation, which is evenly applied to the face, after which the face is covered with powder if it is shiny.

A line from the bottom of the eyelid is drawn to the middle of the eye using a good soft pencil. You can take a brown eyeliner. The second line must be drawn on the folds of the upper eyelids. Taking a cosmetic brush, they begin to shade the drawn line. It is imperative to ensure that the makeup is not voluminous, so you should not draw the corner of the eye too high.

If the eyelid is drooping, then the makeup technique comes down to starting to draw a line from the inner corner, leading it to the line of the fixed eyelid. Then it blends towards the temples. You should paint a small part of the outer corner of the eye if the upper eyelid is sufficiently open.

To create a natural make-up, it is necessary to select the appropriate shadows. For example, they can be honey-colored. They should be applied after the line has already been outlined with a pencil. To create a more spectacular “bird”, the upper eyelid is painted over with shadows that have a smoky color.

To highlight the makeup, shadows are used that have an expressive color that is lighter than the drawn figure itself. Under the eyebrow you need to apply a lighter shade of shadow. You should not go beyond the eyebrow line.

To create a beautiful bird makeup, you need to make very careful brush movements.

The arrows are applied using black shadows upon completion of the make-up. The lower and upper eyelashes must be painted with mascara for greater expressiveness. This technique has a number of difficulties.

When reviewing Internet sites, many girls very often encounter the substitution of concepts of makeup techniques. Therefore, the bird makeup application scheme appears on various sites under a wide variety of names.

It is often confused with the “bird” version, calling this type of makeup “loop” or “corner”, thereby distorting the concept of this technique.

But the bird as such has its own specific performance. And its subtypes make certain adjustments to makeup, transforming the eyes thanks to the angular or looped application of shadow on the eyelid.

By performing the technique of applying shadows, step by step applying all the elements of decorative cosmetics, you can achieve an amazing effect. This type of makeup can transform small eyes by opening and elongating them. And large almond-shaped eyes will become expressive and languid.

Where did this wonderful name for the makeup technique come from?

Many makeup artists associate this type of makeup with the English letter “W,” which resembles a checkmark. The name comes from a sequential associative series, transforming this letter into an interesting unique name “Bird”.

But there are many different legends regarding the name. For example, that this makeup resembles a “crow’s foot” stretching in the crease of the eyelid, in the outer corner and lower eyelid.

Step-by-step instructions for applying makeup.

Step one. Moisturizes the face to improve tone distribution.

The main rule of high-quality makeup is to apply it step by step! Therefore, first of all, you should moisturize your face with cream, apply foundation and fix the result of toning with powder - loose or colorless matting.

Step two. Giving your eyebrows a graceful beauty.

We correct the eyebrows with a special brush, giving them the desired shape and painting them with corrective eyebrow shadows.

Those with unruly eyebrow hairs can use wax for additional fixation. And then correct them with shadow.

Step three. Applying a base to improve the result.

In order for the shadows to be smoothly distributed over the area of application, without rolling, crumbling or floating, it is necessary to apply a base for the shadows on the upper and lower eyelids.

It will securely fix your makeup and help you avoid unpleasant situations with makeup smudging during an important meeting.

Step four. Constructing a shape to fill with shadows.

Use a small brush for applying eyeliner or contour to apply brown shadows, and with their help we build the shape of the base of future makeup.

When applying shadow, the eyes should be as open as possible in order to correctly outline the contour. It appears 1 mm above the crease of the eyelid above the entire crease. The line should be very thin and even.

The next step will be to apply brown shadow to the lower eyelid literally a few millimeters and extend the line beyond the contour of the outer corner of the eye towards the temple. And drawing a line in the corner of the eye of the upper eyelid, as if imitating an arrow.

In this case, the line should be of medium thickness, approximately the same as if it were drawn with an eyeliner pencil.

Then you need to connect the line above the fold and the arrow coming out of the upper eyelid, forming a kind of geometric figure, ideal for a certain type of eye.

For those with an impending eyelid, semicircular or semi-oval shadow shapes are suitable. And for those who have a different eye shape, all options are suitable. Next, the form is worked out with clearer strokes and brought to perfection.

Step five. Darkening the contour with matte shadows.

Using the same small brush, apply a dark shade of brown shadow, carefully and slowly, emphasizing the already outlined contour with nailing, patting movements.

Thus, the drawing gradually acquires a darker and clearer line connecting the upper and lower contour diagram.

The outline of a darkened design is best shaded with a pencil-shaped brush. It is necessary to work out the color extremely carefully and carefully, without stretching its boundaries.

Step six. Filling the moving eyelid with shadows.

When filling the skin of the eyelid with shadow, you can use one color or shade it step by step to make smooth transitions between several colors. In the first case, any shadow you like is applied to the eyelid and shaded until a smooth connection with the contour is achieved, but without erasing or touching it.

The second option involves applying two or more shadow colors step by step, following a specific pattern. You can create a delicate makeup using peach and white shades. The peach color is applied to a semicircular eyeshadow brush and carefully placed into the loop of the contour.

A light, natural shade of eyeshadow fills the area from the peach tint to the corner of the eye. Next, a white shadow is applied to the inner corner of the eye and under the eyebrow and worked on with a brush.

Step seven. We create accents in the outline drawing.

In order to make the contour more expressive, you can emphasize it from the inside with black shadows, drawing the line of the shape with a thin line of shadow. You can bring the black shade up a little, under the brown color of the shadow.

Eye makeup has long been a real art. With the help of decorative paints, you can remove signs of fatigue, turn small eyes into large ones, make wide ones out of narrow ones, change close-set eyes to far-set ones, and much more. You can transform yourself beyond recognition without resorting to plastic surgery. There are many eye makeup techniques that you can use, but it’s worth highlighting the most important ones. This type of makeup can be easily done at home, without the help of makeup artists.

Daytime and evening

It doesn't really matter what schemes you use when it comes to time of day. It is considered bad manners to wear too much makeup in the morning and afternoon. A similar situation happens if you go to a social event with natural daytime makeup. You will simply get lost in the general background.

In daytime makeup, it is important to only slightly emphasize the natural beauty of the eyes and create an even complexion, masking imperfections. Beige, pink, golden shades or soft blue tones may well be present on the eyes. As for lipsticks, it is permissible to wear glosses, not too bright berry colors and matte nude lipsticks.

In the evening hours you can afford much more. Eyeliner, smoky eyes, dark lipstick colors, a lot of glitter and shimmer. The main thing is to know when to stop, but in general, only your sense of style and the format of the event or evening can limit you.

It is important to differentiate makeup according to the seasons. This is especially important for our country, because their change is more than clearly visible. It's simple - save bright and berry shades for summer. Save the cozy red and chocolate ones for fall. More discreet makeup will be reserved for winter - at this time of year it is generally better to think about care rather than beauty. Well, for the joy of spring, use all the most delicate colors in your palettes.

Techniques and types of makeup

No matter how trivial it may sound, but the first thing to consider is the classic method. There's nothing complicated about it - most likely, you already own it, you just didn't know it had a name. It is based on only three colors. If you like to buy shadows not individually, but in palettes, most likely, just such a basic set will already be formed for you: light tone, medium and darkest.

The sequence of application of colors should be as follows: the palest shade is applied as a base to the entire upper eyelid. You can blend it right up to your eyebrow. Next, the center is decorated with a medium tone. With its help, you shade the eye and add additional volume. The darkest look is applied last and only affects the outer corner of the eye.

This way you get a soft color transition from the center to the periphery.

The next technique is vertical. It is suitable for ladies who are worried about their eyes being too narrow. Using the right shading vector, you can visually open up your eyes.

The technique is contraindicated for those with round or bulging eyes.

When deciding on the order of application, you should number the zones into which the eye is divided:

First part- this is the area in the very corner, closer to the nose.
Second part- a segment whose length is equal to the beginning of the eyebrow and the near edge of the iris of the eye when you look straight.
Third section- the entire gap that fits into the size of your iris from edge to edge.
The fourth begins from the second edge of the iris and ends at the corner of the eye.
The fifth begins from the extreme corner of the eye and ends with the eyebrow.

Remember these five parts and distribute the colors into them in the correct order.

The palest shade will need to be applied to area number 1. It is not at all necessary to do this with shadows; you can use a white pencil, highlighter or concealer. Next, apply light colors to the second zone. The third section will be transitional - its shade should be darker than the second, but lighter than the fourth. The fifth zone is the most saturated and bright color.

Similarly, you can apply shadow to the lower eyelid, just allow yourself to skip a couple of areas, otherwise it is quite possible that the makeup will not look very beautiful.

The next technique is horizontal. It is suitable for owners of round eyes that they really want to lengthen. The order of the zones in it changes.

Only the first zone remains in place, which can also be lightened with highlighter or matte light shadows.
Second zone captures your lash line. It is carefully outlined with a dark pencil (black, brown, purple or marsh).
Third zone occupies the entire moving eyelid, and in this segment the shadow should be a transitional medium shade.
Upper eyelid fold forms the fourth zone and should be covered with the darkest color you planned to use.
Into free space between the eyelid and eyebrow, which belongs to the fifth zone, it will be necessary to apply light shades. You can use the same highlighter or find an analogue in the palette, but in a slightly darker shade.

Another eye makeup technique is diagonal. From the name it becomes clear that the basis is the diagonal. It is worth recalling the division of the eye into zones that were used for the vertical technique. In this case, all colors will be applied with a bias to the right - on the right eye, and to the left - on the left.

Leave the first zone again for highlighter. Apply a light shade of shadow to the second, a transitional color to the third, the darkest to the fourth, and paint the fifth again with a medium transition color.

This technique is used when you need to visually lift the outer corners of your eyes. The main thing is to shade the transitions well so that no clear boundaries are visible, only then will you achieve the desired effect.

These are not all eye makeup techniques, although geometric names are already running out.

Next technique- as if it takes your eyes into a ring, it is called “Banana”. Makeup can be done using a pencil or shadows. If you are trying to do this for the first time, for a clearer line it is better to pick up a pencil.

You should start by applying the base to the entire area around the eye, including the eyelid. On top of the “construction” you will need to powder with matte shadows, close in color to your natural skin tone (or a little lighter). You can also use regular powder.

Next, you should line the lower eyelid with a pencil. Start drawing from the middle of the eye. The closer you get to the end, the stronger the shading should be. After that, where you have a deep crease between the movable part of the eyelid and the space above the eyebrow, draw an outline with the same pencil according to the shape of the eye. Smoothly connect two pencil lines and gently blend them towards the temples.

Such a beautiful shadow game looks very unusual and interesting.

The last technique that you will learn about from the article, the owner of the playful name “Bird" She excels when it comes to slightly round and close-set eyes. The “bird” acts by visually increasing the distance between them.

Apply the palest color to area number one, and also paint over the entire part of the eyelid. In the middle, add a slightly noticeable stroke with a color a couple of shades darker. After this, draw a tick exactly according to the shape of your beautiful eye using dark shadows, then gently and carefully blend, moving from the eye to the temples. You should now have a Roman numeral V. But that's not the end of it. Apply a dark (but not as dark) shade of eyeshadow to the space above the eyebrow and the top edge of the swoosh to achieve a beautiful transition.

Each person is unique by nature and is born with a unique appearance. Some are quite happy with their appearance, some find some flaws in their appearance. Makeup, a magic wand for many representatives of the fair sex, helps correct flaws in appearance. Any of the ladies will be able to transform themselves, make their face shape closer to the ideal, highlight their advantages, you just have to master the basic techniques of applying cosmetics.

You just have to remember that each area of the face has some unique features. Let's take the eyes as an example; their shape can be easily corrected using various techniques for applying eyeshadow to the eyelid. You can easily reduce or increase their cut and give your look a special expressiveness.

All kinds of techniques for applying eye shadow, useful tips, training videos - our review will help you understand all the intricacies of eye makeup. Let's begin!

Basic principles of eye makeup: rules for applying shadows and necessary components

It is important to remember the three basic components of perfect eye makeup:

When creating make-up, you should decide on the area of emphasis. There are only two of them - eyes and lips. If your choice is a lip, less emphasis is given to the eyes, if on the contrary, then the eye makeup is as pronounced as possible, and the lips are done using the nude technique.
When choosing shadows, you should proceed from your natural skin tone. For example, on a pale face, purple tones will create a painful effect, while dark brown shades can age tanned skin.
Eye makeup should contain at least two shades, ideally three. The upper eyelid always stands out in the lightest tone. Only experienced stylists can afford to experiment with a dark version at thematic shows.

Before we touch on the question of how to properly apply eye shadow, you should decide on the necessary components of eye makeup. You will again need three important components:

Eyeshadow base

It is also called a base or primer. Many people neglect it, at best using a regular makeup base. Meanwhile, the quality of eye makeup depends on the base. The shadow base, unlike the makeup base, has a denser texture. The silicone included in its composition fills all the smallest folds and wrinkles on the skin, thus preventing the shadows from rolling and falling off. So make sure you get a good base.

The second thing you need is brushes

For eye makeup you will need a set of at least three types of brushes:

flat with long pile for applying shadows;
large fluffy one for shading;
thin with elastic bristles for eyeliner.

Many people will wonder, what about the applicators that come in eyeshadow boxes? They are also suitable, but only as a last resort. The shadows with them are applied too tightly and it is difficult to blend them well with the applicator.

Third - the shadows themselves

There are many options for shadows:

Friable
Compact
Baked
Cream
Stickers
Pencils

You will need at least three eyeshadow colors:

Base – leading makeup shade
Light. It should be slightly lighter than the base color, creating a white effect in contrast.
Marker (highlighting or accentuating pigment). It needs to be darker than the base version.

An important point is that the shadow colors used must be in harmony with each other.

Using a base for shadows is an undeniable point. Brushes are mainly used for loose and compact and baked shadows. Many people have a question: how to apply cream eyeshadow? Brushes won't work here. The best option is to apply pigment to the eyelids with your fingertips. It is possible to use an applicator. Stick shadows and pencil shadows are drawn directly onto the eyelid. If the consistency of the shadows is quite thick, you can initially transfer the pigment to your fingertips, and then apply the color to your eyelids.

How to apply eye shadow step by step (photo)

So, to create high-quality eye makeup, you will need a base, shadows and brushes. But we should talk separately about how to beautifully apply shadows. There are several variations of eye makeup. Let's look at the basic techniques for applying shadows to the eyes and photos of them for greater clarity.

Before choosing a specific Eye MakeUp option, you should take into account all the nuances of the structure of the face, the shape and shape of the eyes. Incorrectly chosen eye makeup can enhance existing imperfections or distort facial features.

Classic eye makeup

This option is considered universal. It fits absolutely any shape and eye shape. And using different combinations of shadows will allow you to create different makeup, from daytime to evening.

The technique of applying eye shadow in this embodiment involves the following scheme:

The main color should be applied to the entire moving part of the upper eyelid.
The area under the eyebrow and the inner corner are painted with a lighter pigment.
A marker is applied to the crease of the eyelid, approximately from its middle (highlighting pigment, 1-2 shades darker than the main one). The marker is applied along the contour of the ciliary edge, also starting from the middle of the eyelid. It gradually rises and thickens as it approaches the outer border of the eye.
If you need to create a more accentuated makeup, then it is possible to use a 4th more saturated color, which should be used to outline the growth of eyelashes. For an evening option, it is permissible to emphasize the lower eyelid.
All areas of pigment connection are carefully shaded.

The classic technique of applying shadows is essentially basic. The rest of the eye makeup variations are based on the same schemes, but with some deviations and making their own adjustments.

Eye makeup using the “Bird” technique

“Bird” or as it is also called “Wings” helps to correct the eye: raise the outer corner and visually increase the size. The shadow pattern is somewhat reminiscent of a bird's wing, hence the name.

How to paint eye shadow in this version? The application technique is slightly similar to the classical one: the moving part of the eyelid is painted over with the main pigment; the light area is located in the brow and in the outer parts of the eyes. Only in this case is increased emphasis placed on the crease of the eyelid, and the line along the ciliary edge is drawn more clearly. The outer corner is slightly extended upward.

The makeup is suitable both as an evening and daytime option, only in the latter case the pigment shades are lighter.

Eye makeup “Loop”

Another name for the Wave technique. An ideal option for narrow eyes, and will also be of interest to those who are concerned about how to apply eye shadow to the hooded eyelid. The arched accent helps define the eyelid. In this option, the area of the outer corner is additionally highlighted, forming a so-called loop or wave. The outer edge rises slightly and becomes more rounded. Otherwise everything is the same as in the classic version.

"Smokey-eyes"

The most popular technique for applying shadows. Let's look at how to beautifully apply eye shadow in this case.

For this option, eyeliner with dark shadows near the eyelash edge is very important, both upper and lower. A very thick one is needed, which is carefully shaded. Makeup is done both horizontally (light shadows are applied to the inside of the eye, and then the tone becomes darker) and vertically (dark pigment is applied near the eyelashes, rising to the eyebrow, they lighten).

The hazy effect will depend on how the shadows are shaded on the eyes. The more thorough the shading, the more impressive the makeup. And don’t forget about mascara, there should be a lot of it.

This technique allows you to create both luxurious evening makeup and a nude version if you choose a pigment that is close to natural skin tones.

Eye makeup in the “nude” style, despite all its naturalness, requires more cosmetics and is more time-consuming. It’s a paradox, but “natural beauty” requires more “scenery”.

How to apply eye shadow using the Highlight technique

Quite a rare technique. In this option, accent shadows are used to paint the outer and inner areas of the eyes. The main part of the eyelid is filled with the base shade. The upper eyelid has the lightest pigment. Next, using a highlighter or light pigments, a small highlight is placed on the moving eyelid above the pupil.

This technique is ideal for women with deep-set eyes, because it visually makes the eye more voluminous. This technique will also help correct wide-set eyes, since internal darkening will help hide the large distance between the eyes.

Rules for applying eye shadow using the “Cat Eye” technique

The name is no coincidence. If you apply the shadows correctly, you will get the effect of a cat's eyes. This option makes the eyes very expressive, visually rounds them and at the same time stretches them, making them slightly slanted.

How to correctly paint eyes with shadows using this technique? Everything is very simple. The shadows are placed in the same order as in the classic version. Only accent shadows highlight the inner and outer corners of the eyes. In this case, the inner corner is pulled down, and the outer corner is pulled up. Eyeliner is required.

Due to its brightness, this option is more suitable for evening makeup. Considering that the eyes are emphasized as much as possible, you should not highlight the lips so as not to overload the makeup.

Double Arrow Technique

In this version, two lines are actually drawn with accentuating shadows - one along the natural crease of the eyelid, the other repeats the line of the upper eyelashes. Then both lines are connected at the outer corners of the eyes. This technique helps to highlight the eyes and lift the drooping eyelid.

The presented option is more likely to be evening, but if you use neutral shades of eyeshadow, it will also be suitable for daytime makeup.