If you have blue eyes, you know how fun it is to play them up. I’ve been searching for the best step-by-step looks and found some serious gems.
These 8 tutorials are total game-changers for making blue eyes truly sparkle.
1. Rose Gold Makeup Look
I feel like everyone loves a good shimmer, and I have to say, shades like pink, gold, copper, and rich brown are a perfect match for blue eyes. This look has become my go-to for any special occasion.
Step 1: To get your eyeshadow to last, an eye primer is a non-negotiable first step. Take a big blending brush and sweep a neutral shadow across your whole lid. Layer a white eyeshadow over that for your base shade, and you can blend it out with a brush or even your finger.
Step 2: Next, you’ll pat a rose gold eyeshadow right onto the center of your eyelid.
Step 3: I’d suggest picking up a pencil brush to apply a dark brown eyeshadow to both the outer and inner corners of your eye. Then, grab a clean, fluffy brush and blend it all together. The key is to make sure the color stays concentrated on the corners and doesn’t get blended out too far.
Step 4: You’ll also want to sweep some of that brown shadow along your lower lash line. To pull it all together, apply a winged liner, some mascara, and a pair of false lashes if you’re feeling it. And just like that, you’re done!
2. Simple Everyday Look
Sometimes you just need a simple and quick makeup look to feel awake and put-together. Trust me, these four steps are a total game-changer for getting gorgeous in a hurry.
Step 1: Start things off by applying your eye primer and then a base shadow across the entire lid. Using a base shadow really makes blending so much easier down the line.
Step 2: Here’s a little trick to make your eyes look more open. Use your lightest shadow to highlight the inner corner, the very center of your lid, and right under your brow.
Step 3: Now, grab a smaller, denser brush and your darkest brown shade. You’ll want to recreate the shape you see in the third picture.
Step 4: It’s time to blend that shadow out! I always reach for a large, fluffy blending brush to get a really soft look. Add a little bit of that darkest color under your lower lash line to tie it all together. The finishing touch, as always, is some mascara and lashes.
3. Black Matte Smokey Eye
The secret to nailing a perfect smokey eye is all about blending, blending, and more blending! You want the edges to be soft without any harsh lines.
I’d highly recommend forgetting about those little eyeshadow applicators and investing in a few good brushes; they seriously do all the work for you.
For a well-rounded outfit, pair this eye look with a nude lipstick to keep things balanced.
Step 1: Kick things off by applying a primer and a base shadow. Next, sweep a matte grey shadow over your eyelid and blend it out. Using a pencil brush, add a matte black eyeshadow right along your lash line.
Step 2: Now, blend! Add a touch of color to the lower lash line and make sure to blend that out, too. Take a moment to check that everything looks seamless. If not, just grab your brush and get back to blending!
Step 3: Brighten things up by highlighting the inner corner of your eye and your brow bone. Then, line your waterline with a black pencil.
Step 4: To finish the whole vibe, curl your lashes, put on some mascara, and apply a pair of long, wispy false lashes.
4. Cut Crease
Creating a cut crease can feel like it requires a professional touch. That’s why I was so excited to find this simple, step-by-step guide from makeup artist Samantha R.
Step 1: To get this look, you’ll want to start with an eye primer all over the lid. After that, apply your base shadow and a white highlight.
Step 2: Using a black eyeliner, you’ll sketch in a crease liner. Just make sure your sketches on both eyes are a good match.
Step 3: Very gently and slowly, you’ll blend the liner out with a shading brush. Then, apply and blend a purple eyeshadow (or another color you love!) right over that line.
Step 4: Add some eyeshadow underneath your lower lash line and wing out your eyeliner. I’d finish the look with mascara, false lashes, and a little pop of white highlight in the inner corner of your eye.
5. Burgundy Makeup Look
A burgundy makeup look is such a great way to open up your gorgeous eyes and make them pop. This color is honestly so flattering on blue eyes. If you’re hoping to catch everyone’s attention, this look is definitely for you.
Step 1: Prime your eyes and then apply a matte base shadow that’s pretty close to your skin tone. Next, sweep a light yellow or orange shadow into the crease and blend it out so there aren’t any harsh lines. For a little extra definition, add a touch of warm brown shadow to the outer half of the crease.
Step 2: Apply your burgundy shade, and with a clean blending brush, blend all of the shadows together. The goal is for everything to look blended and completely effortless.
Step 3: Using a pencil brush, you’ll blend both colors on your lower lash line. This step is a fool-proof way to make your eyes look bigger.
Step 4: You can’t forget to highlight the brow bone and the inner corner of your eye. An off-white shimmer shade works perfectly. Add some mascara and a brown liner to the lower waterline. For the final touch, finish the look with some false lashes.
6. Gold Makeup Look
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I am obsessed with this mix of gold, brown, and purple. It creates such a beautiful contrast with every shade of blue eyes.
Step 1: A good makeup look always starts with a quality eye primer. Make sure to apply it all over your lid, and then follow it up with a base shadow. Blend a soft taupe color into your crease, which will create the appearance of a deeper, more defined crease.
Step 2: Now it’s time to smoothly apply the gold eyeshadow you picked out.
Step 3: I like to use my finger to build up the color. It doesn’t have to be super neat since you’ll be blending everything later. Just try not to touch the very center of the product.
Step 4: With a pencil brush, apply a dark brown shadow to the outer corner and blend it into the crease. For your lower lash line, choose a red or purple shadow and blend it out. A strong, liquid liner is a definite must-have with this look. Finish everything off with false lashes.
7. Basic Eyeshadow Look
A simple brown look is guaranteed to bring out all the blueness in your eyes. To recreate this easy, everyday look, just follow the steps below.
Step 1: This look is so easy because it only uses three shades. First up, prime your eye. Then apply the medium brown eyeshadow as shown in the picture.
Step 2: You’ll want to blend out the eyeshadow, but try not to get too much of the color onto your actual lid.
Step 3: To give the eye some definition, go ahead and apply a dark brown shade on the outer corner.
Step 4: Blend the colors together using a cream shade. Finish the look by adding black eyeliner and a coat of mascara.
8. Purple Smokey Eye
A purple smokey eye will absolutely help accentuate your blue eyes. This look combines peachy and purple eyeshadows to put together a bold style that will last all day long.
Follow the steps I put together below to easily recreate this stunning look for yourself.
Step 1: You’ll begin by applying an eyeshadow primer. Pick out a matte, light peach eyeshadow and sweep it all over your eye with a big blending brush, making sure it looks flawless. Then, apply a black eyeliner that is easy to smudge. It doesn’t need to be perfect because you’re just going to smudge it out.
Step 2: Dip a smaller brush into a dark brown shadow and use it to smudge out the eyeliner until you get a softer effect. I know this step can take a little while, but the final result is so worth it.
Step 3: Apply a dark purple shadow with a matte finish across your entire lid. Then, using a clean blending brush, you’ll gently blend out the eyeshadow.
Step 4: Don’t forget about your lower lash line! You’ll want to make sure the shadow on your lower lash line is connected with the shadow on your lid. To complete the look, apply a frosted taupe shadow on your crease, add mascara, and some false lashes. And you’re ready to go!