Small eyes can be a challenge to apply makeup to and for someone to do on themselves. I am going to drop a few tips and tricks on how to accommodate for this. Now, remember, give yourself some grace and practice to make the process your own.
My first tip is to get yourself a double sided flesh colored pencil. One side can be a highlighter with a shimmer and the other side can be a matte finish. You may also find ones that have a concealer on one side…whichever the case, these type of pencils will suit you. The matte color is going to be placed on the lower water line of your eye which is right above your bottom lashes. I know this may sound weird to you but trust me, it works! After applying, blink a couple of times for the color warm up. This acts as a highlight against the whites of your eyes and inherently makes them look bigger and brighter. An old Hollywood trick. With the shimmery side, place that highlight on your brow bone under the mid point or highest point of your brow and blend. You want to give the illusion that there is as much space as possible from brow to eye. If you do not have an arch to your brow then get one ;))) !
Next, if you do not have a half size eyelash curler, then you may want to purchase. I have one from MAC that I use. Just think of a full lash curler but half the size, Sometimes those that have smaller eyes, can’t fit their full set of lashes into a curler so that can be frustrating. This smaller lash curler enables you to curl your lashes section by section. Then in this same category….mascara. For the best results, I think a mascara that has a smaller thinner, more detailed wand is best for smaller eyes and lashes. You will be able to coat your lashes from root to tip much easier because you will be able to control the wand much easier in comparison to a much thicker or larger wand. Try out SENNA Cosmetics Lash Detail Mascara! It’s only $5!! If you are so inclined, you can always layer another mascara type on top for volume and length added.
My final makeup tips for smaller eyes is to not to use darker shadows like black around your eye area as this can close up the eye even more. Try using shimmery shadows or lighter matte colors depending on your skin texture. Also, try and highlight the inner corners of your eyes as this also gives the impression that your eyes are farther apart and more wide and awake. If you have hooded eyes as well…try using a neutral shade on your crease like in the picture above to give the illusion that it’s pushed back and not coming forward.
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