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Blue eyeshadow looks can be boldor frighteningly ‘80sand rather tricky to pull off.
(Withhelp from some celebrity models, of course.)
You will be soon.
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Read on and major inspiration to create your next blue eyeshadow look.
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Bronzed Beauty
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Blue can be an accent color, too.
Then, add a dab of creamy, pale-blue shadow in the corner of each eye.
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This look pairs particularly well with blue and hazel eyes, but it can make any color pop.
Then, apply a shimmering white accent to each inner eyelid for a frosty effect.
Emerald City
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Green pairs beautifully with blue.
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Use a bold shade of blue to line the eyes and add some dimension.
“Don’t be afraid to play withcontrasting colorsas well.”
The look shown here combines hues of shimmery royal and navy blue to spectacularand celestialeffect.
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Cornflower Power
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Light shades of bluesuch as cornflowerreally enhance brown eyes.
Blend it out into a wing shape, and then apply the hue under the eyes, too.
Leaving the rest of the face dewy and bare will underscore the fresh-as-a-daisy feel.
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Teal Deal
If you’re a maximalist by nature, this blown-out teal look is for you.
Don’t be afraid to add black liner and mascara but go light on the skin.
Play with the colors until you find color combinations that suit you the best.
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Applying one last bit of blue shadow on top of the liner will give the teal a nice pop.
Graphic Aqua
What’s better than one shade of blue you might ask?
Cerulean and lapis blue paired together make for a memorable makeup moment.
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When wearing this look, choose the shades you want to wear on the top and bottom lash line.
This look illuminates the entire eye.
Sky-High Blue
Only have one shade of blue shadow?
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For a colorful eye look, one shadow shade is all you need.
Applying shadow with ablending brushto the lid and using the same color underneath the eyes brings a nice balance.
Minimal eye makeup doesn’t need to be boring.
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Powder-Blue Beauty
This powdery blue shadow look is right up our alley.
Keeping the shadow color consistent from the eyelid to the eyebrow.
Kaleidoscope Crush
Mixing blue with other colors can create a soft kaleidoscope effect that just works.
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Not to mention, you’ll feel like a true artist.
Pretty easy, right?
From eyeliners to eyeshadows, navy compliments all eye colors and is perfect to wear day or night.
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Line eyes with a navy pencil and finish by blending navy shadow on topthe smokier, the better.
Apply liberally until everything sparkles just the way you want it.
Cerulean Shock
A guaranteed bonus about blue eyeshadow is it comes in several different jewel tones.
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This monochromatic turquoise eyeshadow look is modern while giving great color payoff at the same time.
Start with applying a cream eyeshadow all over the eyelid, and move onto powder shadow next.
Cream and powder work together to keep shadow in its place while also helping to intensify the color.
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Line the inner eyes with a navy pencil to seal the look, and finish with avolumizing mascara.
Celestial Shine
Two contrasting blue colors make this eyeshadow look stand out from the rest.
Pop of Aqua
Jewel-toned blue eyeshadow?
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Need more control when applying?
Opt for a chubby creameyeshadow pencilthat will get the job done.
Denim Lids
Blue-Grey Wash
Jackie Aina demonstrates how sparkly blue eyeshadow can be so chic.
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A total work of art.
If you’re wearing a very vibrant blue shadow, try rocking a neutral lip.
Blue shadow canenhance blue eyes, so don’t be afraid to try it.
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Finish withmascarafor added oomph.
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