Using eye glitters is a great way to highlight your makeup. Don't be afraid to look pretentious or vulgar with them. Today, the competent use of such cosmetics is appropriate even in a daytime make-up. It is important to learn how to correctly place accents, not overload the face with a large number of catchy details, and maintain color balance. There are universal colors that are great for any color type. There are also specific paints that are used with caution. Let's talk about this in detail. And we will also touch on other necessary questions that will help to correctly apply shimmering products.
Content
- Varieties of dazzling cosmetics
- How to apply correctly
- How to choose the right shade
- Cool makeup ideas
What it is
These are cosmetics that include reflective, shimmery and glare elements. Scientifically, this is a crushed film, similar to polyethylene, with a metallized structure. In simple words, we are talking about sequins of different diameters. From the smallest, the size of a speck of dust, to large, curly outlines. For example, circles, stars, tears, snowflakes, hearts and other cute symbols.
It is easier to grind the powder over the entire area above the eye, including the brow space. They are also given cheekbones and whiskey. Large elements help to emphasize the makeup. They are glued pointwise, on a movable eyelid, or in a specific place, according to the design idea.
Shiny particles allow you to achieve a three-dimensional effect. They make the gaze incredibly deep, mesmerizing.
Advice! Remember that this element itself is very striking. In order not to overdo it, and not to seem like a Christmas tree at a summer party, do not wear clothes or accessories with shiny components. Stop at the matte fabric of the dress, fine jewelry without sparkling stones, rhinestones or mirror inserts. The advice is also relevant for the choice of shoes, handbags, belt and other attributes of the look.
Varieties of dazzling cosmetics
The shimmery particles can be sold in a separate jar. Or be part of a finished product, for example, shadows, eyeliner, pencil, mascara or even foundation. They have a varied consistency. Vary in size and color. Let's look at this in detail in order to understand which product is more convenient to work with. So let's go:
- Shimmers and highlighters. Products for giving the skin a radiant shine. Makeup artists perform contouring of features with them or the so-called strobing. Among the ingredients of the preparations contain reflective particles that make the skin shine gently. Flesh-colored as standard. They have a creamy consistency. Or they are sold in the form of fondant, correcting pencil.
- Liners and pencils. They contain sparkles in the composition. It is convenient for them to draw lines, outline a contour, draw pictures.
- Mascara. Multicolored items look great, for example, blue or silver shiny mascara.
- Shadow glitters. The most sought-after and popular means for creating a radiant look:
- Dry. They need to be glued to the base: special glue, base or spray;
- Liquid. It is convenient to transfer them to the skin with a soft brush. They dry quickly, hold on perfectly. When dry, they shine even brighter;
- Gel structure. The most affordable material for novice makeup artists. They do not crumble, do not spread, pliantly fall in the desired shape. And it is also easy to correct them if they accidentally go beyond the contour;
- Cream. They dry long enough, but they look the most natural. If you rub in the substance well, you can achieve a glossy effect. To prevent the product from gathering in the crease of the eyelid, sit for 15 minutes with your eyes closed. Wait until it is completely dry. When you feel that the skin is as if tightened, continue to make-up;
- Water. It is very difficult to work with them. It is difficult to spread them thickly and accurately. Most often, such a drug is rubbed on the cheekbones, under the eyebrows. But visage gurus even know how to draw amazing arrows. By the way, this is the most persistent option - it is removed only with special milk for makeup remover.
Important! Glitters are not recommended for girls who use lenses. And also if the mucous membrane is irritated or inflamed. Particles of the product, getting inside, can worsen the course of the disease. If they penetrate under the lens, there is a risk of injury to the eye.
How to apply correctly
The method of application depends on the location of the sparkling pigment:
- On the movable eyelid. Prepare the surface, rub the base under the makeup. Take a flat natural bristle brush and dip it into the jar. Remove excess sparkling specks. If dry, shake the brush. If creamy or runny, wipe the instrument on the edge of the container. Swab the skin from the inner corner of the eye to the outer;
- On the lower eyelid. For this area, you need to choose colors close to the skin tone. Otherwise, you may experience a feeling of circles or swelling. Use the foundation. Dip the brush into the product, remove excess. Start brushing from the bridge of the nose, gradually thickening the line. Be sure to paint your eyelashes. For the area around the eyes, choose only small or medium grains. To avoid severe discomfort if a particle gets inside.
On a note! You don't have to take a brush. Some makeup artists work with their finger. They claim that this is how it distributes the shiny pigment more accurately and naturally.
- On the eyelashes. This step should be the final step in your makeup. So, complete all procedures completely. Color the eyelashes in one layer. Treat the mascara brush well in petroleum jelly. This will help to cleanse it of sparkling grains without leaving a trace. Roll it well in powder and shake. Pat your eyelashes with a patting motion. Use only very fine sand, similar in consistency to flour, because you will probably bring some of it into your eyes. The tool has a number of advantages, in addition to the obvious, visually attractive. It is water resistant. Not afraid of ultraviolet radiation, solvents. Resistant and durable. It also has a very long shelf life.
- On the cheekbones and skin. Glitter powder or shimmer is gently rubbed into the body at the final stage of makeup. Large sequins or even rhinestones are pointwise glued with glue for false eyelashes. Try not to be overzealous with quantity.
How to use: tips and tricks
At first glance, after reading the previous section, it seems that using glitter substances is not difficult. This is a big mistake.Read on about the nuances and secrets, without which it is unlikely that you will be able to paint your eyes beautifully with sparkling sand.
- Sequins enrich the bow. They cannot act as the only decor on your face. Always start them only after completing the alignment of tone, shadows, mascara and other decorative paraphernalia. Remember, the surface must be prepared.
- The particles are laid out on the base. Only in this way will they last for a long time. There is a special base for glitter on sale. The usual make-up is also suitable. Cream eyeshadows can replace these preparations - they perfectly hold the sparkles. An alternative is a special fixing spray. It is sprayed before and after laying out.
- Protect the skin around the eye so you don't look like a Christmas tree toy. When using the glittering pigment, apply a tissue on the parts of your face that need to be clean. Or dust yourself generously with colorless powder. Excess sparkles are easily shaken off from it.
- Prepare a damp cotton swab. If you accidentally overshot, immediately erase unnecessary lines from the body. After a couple of minutes, the substance will dry out and you will have to wash your face completely.
- If the particles do get where they are not needed, they can be removed with construction tape. Just not stationery - with it you will remove both the foundation and the upper layer of the epidermis.
By the way! If you run out of base or glitter base, replace it with clear lip gloss or chapstick. True, the beauty will last only a few hours. For durability, a fixing spray must be used.
How to choose the right shade
Gold and silver are considered universal colors. You can't go wrong with them, whatever the color of your eyes or hair. These are classic metallic texture colors, so they go with any palette.
Note! The richer and darker the color of the iris, the brighter the sparkles should be.
- For green eyes... Choose green, purple, or brown for an eye-catching and exciting look. Smoky or graphite paint looks beautiful.
- For brown eyes... Pay your eyes to bronze, honey, chocolate, black, white colors. You can experiment with multi-colored undertones, just stop at dark options: dark green, dark blue, deep purple, dark red. Not orange, peach, terracotta.
- For gray or blue iris. All shades of pink, cream, beige, cream will suit you. Gray, white and black look good. Never buy blue or blue glitter eyeshadows. The eyes will turn into sunken blue spots.
Learning to use in daytime make-up
Day makeup should be gentle, discreet, neutral. The minimum amount of glitter substances is placed in advantageous places. The coolest solution will be sparkling arrows. Above the usual black line, a line with a glitter is neatly drawn.
In daytime onions, it is also allowed to apply shimmers, powder with reflective components. You can use them instead of shadows. If you don't like arrows, shade the brow area with sparkles.
By the way, if you highlight the eyes, make sure that the shade of the lipstick is neutral.
Cool makeup ideas
Shining particles help to create a unique, unique composition. With them, you can create and fantasize endlessly:
- For a wedding make-up use snow-white, silver, white or transparent grains. So you will look touching and tender;
- For New Year's Eve, take a blue or white pigment. Paint your eyes very catchy. Glue on the false eyelashes. Apply a few large particles to the temples and cheekbones. Spread glitter abundantly on the entire movable eyelid;
- Complement the delightful smoky with the finest iridescent graphite powder.
Important! Wide-set eyes are considered the only contraindication to the use of sparkles. Such a make-up visually increases the distance even more.
Glitters for the eyes are able to emphasize the face, make the image memorable and expressive. Once upon a time only solemn makeup was done with them. For a wedding, birthday, graduation. For a New Year's party or a disco at the bar. Sequins were used by makeup artists who created looks for models for photo shoots or fashion shows. Nowadays, looking bright has become fashionable. Dazzle the world with your beauty, do not be afraid to shine and be remembered. You won't be able to walk sad with a festive make-up. Cheer yourself up by smiling at the reflection in the mirror.
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