Hello, beauties! Today I want to share my experience of getting my eye makeup done at the store by a professional makeup artist. I've always wanted to learn how to apply eyeshadow properly, but I needed more confidence and the skills to do it myself. So when I saw that my favourite makeup brand offered free eye makeup sessions at their counter, I jumped at the opportunity!
What did the makeup artist do?
The makeup artist was amiable and asked me what look I wanted to achieve. I told her I wanted something natural and easy to wear daily but also something that would make my eyes pop. She said she would use a neutral eyeshadow palette with three shades: a base colour, a crease colour, and a highlighter colour. She also said she would use a gel pencil, eyeliner and mascara to finish the look.
She applied the base colour all over my eyelid with a flat brush. She said this would create a smooth canvas for the other colours and help them blend better. She chose a shade slightly darker than my skin tone but still natural.
Then she applied the crease colour with a dome brush on the outer half of my crease, blending it towards the inner corner. She said this would add depth and dimension to my eyes and make them look bigger. She chose a shade darker than the base colour but still in the same neutral family.
Next, she applied the highlighter colour with a small brush on the inner corner of my eyes, under my brow bone, and on the centre of my lid. She said that this would brighten up my eyes and make them sparkle. She chose a shade lighter than the base colour and had a subtle shimmer.
Finally, she applied the gel pencil eyeliner in black right along my lower lash line and smudged it slightly with a cotton swab. She did the same with my upper lash line but made it thicker on the outer corner and thinner on the inner corner. She said that this would define my eyes and make them more dramatic. She also curled my lashes and applied two coats of mascara on the top and bottom lashes.
How did I like the result?
I loved how my eye makeup turned out! It was exactly what I wanted: natural, easy, and flattering. The colours matched my skin tone perfectly, and they blended seamlessly with each other. The eyeliner and mascara made my eyes stand out, but not in an overpowering way. I felt very pretty and confident with this look.
The makeup artist also gave me some tips on how to apply eyeshadow myself at home. She said I should always start with less product and build up gradually, tapping off any excess powder before applying it to avoid fallout. She also said I should use different brushes: a flat brush for applying colour on the lid, a dome brush for blending colour on the crease, and a small brush for highlighting. She also recommended I try different colours and finishes, such as matte, shimmer, or metallic, depending on my mood and occasion.
FAQs
Q: What eyeshadow palette did she use?
A: She used the Shadow Blocks Eyeshadow Trio in North 3rd & Bedford Ave by Maybelline, New York. It's a pocket-size palette with three neutral shades: a champagne base colour, a light brown crease colour, and a beige highlighter.
Q: Where can I get this eyeshadow palette?
A: You can get it online or at any drugstore or beauty store that carries Maybelline New York products.
Q: How much does it cost?
A: It costs $9.99.
Q: How long does it last?
A: It lasts for up to 8 hours without fading or creasing.
Conclusion
Getting my eye makeup done at the store was an excellent experience. I learned how to apply eyeshadow properly and got a beautiful look that suited me well. I also got valuable tips and recommendations from makeup artists that I can use in the future. If you're interested in applying eyeshadow or trying out new looks, I recommend booking an appointment with your favourite makeup brand at their counter. You won't regret it!
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