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Wide-eyed innocence has taken the red carpet by storm courtesy of celebs likeSydney Sweeneyand Zooey Deschanel.
“The Doe Eye trend is such a moment right now!”
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says makeup artist Brielle Pollara.
“Its perfect for anyone who wants their eyes to look bigger and brighter.”
Meet the Experts
What You’ll Need
Ready to pull off a gorgeous, soft doe-eyed look?
It only takes six steps, but you will need to start with somemakeup tools and products.
“Then use a shade close to your skin tone to define the eyelid.
This can have a subtle shimmer if desired.”
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Mayo suggests using a flat eyeshadow brush to push in any pigment and diffuse with swiping motions.
“A great neutral palette is always a great place to start.
I love the Makeup by MarioMaster Mattespalette.
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And theMykitcoeye blending brush and angled brush,” says Mayo.
“you might use your bronzer shade to keep the look consistent.”
For a fluffy eyeshadow brush that blends easily, try the Mac Cosmetics224s Synthetic Tapered Blending Brush.
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This will build the rounder, doe-eyed shape by attracting attention to the middle instead.
you could use a shimmery or matte finish shadow, whichever suits your preference.
With most eyeliner system techniques, the liner usually angles upward at the end of the lashes to elongate.
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Thrive Causemetics’sInfinity Waterproof Eyelineris malleable and applies well on the lid, and will stay put.
Byrdie Tip
Want to intensify your liner just a touch?
This helps the eyes appear wider and more alert.
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“Putting this on your lower water line creates the illusion of an opened eye!”
Once your liner looks the way you want it to, it’s time to add highlighter.
This will reflect light in all the right places and instantly elevate your doe-eyed look.
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Another benefit of using white liner?
It helps instantly brighten tired eyes and distract from any redness.
“Try a false lash that has the center lashes a bit longer to add even more drama.”
Love Seen’sAloe Lashesgive great volume and are tapered for a rounder shape.
you could easily press them onto your natural eyelashes using theLash Toolfor easy tool.
The Final Look
And there you have it: The perfect doe-eye makeup look.
Pair this with a face makeup style of your choosing fromsoft glamtoglowy and natural.
Lock in the final look with a setting spray of your choosing.
“I feel this trend is suitable for anyone and can really enhance smaller eyes.”
Thesiren-eyemakeup technique creates a defined and subtle smokey eye that narrows and sharpens the shape of the eye.
It’s a great option for anyone looking to elongate their eyes.
The doe-eye trend creates a softly rounded shape that makes the eyes appear larger.
