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Some makeup rules were meant to be broken.
This is especially the case when applying makeup to Asian eyes.
Stocksy | Design by Zackary Angeline.
(Though we do love a makeup-free face, too!)
Keep scrolling for some game-changing makeup tricks for Asian eye makeup.
Soh recommends theNARS Smudge Proof Eyeshadow Basefor a touch of additional coverage on the lid.
Think Ombre
Think about everything youve ever been taught about how to execute a perfect smoky eye.
Now forget all of it.
Then, she takes a light brown matte shadow and applies it right above the darker shade.
Finally, she blends everything out for a soft, smoky effect usingMACs 217 Synthetic Blending Brush.
Look Forward
Ready for a bombshell?
Nasrat says that people withmonolidsshould keep their eyes open when applying their eye makeup.
This tip is especially applicable to eyeliner.
“Don’t obsess about getting the liner done in one go.
Do the flick first, then gently work inwards.”
He recommends KVDSuper Pomadefor great, budge-proof pigment.
“It works on any shape or pop in.”
Nasrat says not to worry.
You want to frame your eyesyou dont want them to look worlds apart.
Dont be afraid of going inward with the darker shadows."
Curl Those Lashes
As for lashes, it’s all about a greateyelash curler.
TheSurratt Beauty Relevee Lash Curlerwas inspired by the Shu Uemura and truly delivers, too.
To achieve, use a contouring shade to outline the undereye area that protrudes when you smile.
Fill in the area between the contour and the waterline with a pearlescent, highlight shade and blend.
Powder formulas will be less likely to crease providing the benefit of extended wear.
Soh recommends Sweed brand lashes, orLashifyif you’re looking for something super-natural.
The Korean Aegyo Sal makeup technique creates the look of a puffier undereye.
