How to Apply Eyeshadow Method 1

Do you buy eyeshadow but never know how to apply it the right way? Well, now's your chance to learn how to put it on so that you look great!

Prime the lids by applying a light touch of foundation or concealer to the lids to even skin tone and help shadow adhere to the lid. Blend well, but use a gentle touch and use your ring finger on this sensitive skin area.

Apply mascara second so it won't mess up your eyeshadow by getting those little dots of mascara on it before it dries when you blink.

Sweep a color similar to your skin tone (or a touch lighter) over the entire lid from lashes to brow bone. Start at the bottom of your eyelid and work your way up.

Sweep a light white shadow (shimmer or matte, your preference) directly under the brows from the middle of the eye outwards. This is your brow bone highlighter and will help to open up the eyes.

Take the next darkest color and sweep shadow across the eyes from lash line to the crease. Blend well outwards.

Apply dark shadow. For the most impact, the darkest color can be applied to the crease of the eye from the corners to the outer edges, blended well. Blending is key to avoid a drastic line across the crease. The second option is to use the darkest shadow to create a sideways "V" on the sides of the eyes.

Finish with a careful application of eyeliner to the top lid in a complimentary color. There are so many fantastic eyeliner colors available today, so experiment with what is out there. Plums, greens, and browns are flattering to many eye colors. Tilt the head forward while looking down, and dash short lines along the lash line to avoid drags and smudges.