{"id":43072,"date":"2023-11-07T12:38:20","date_gmt":"2023-11-07T08:38:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/?post_type=articles&p=43072"},"modified":"2023-11-10T08:24:56","modified_gmt":"2023-11-10T04:24:56","slug":"how-to-wear-bright-eyeshadow-tips","status":"publish","type":"articles","link":"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/articles\/how-to-wear-bright-eyeshadow-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Rock Jewel-Bright Eyeshadow Like A Pro"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Whether it\u2019s a futuristic graphic liner<\/a>, or a classic molten red lip bold, a colour pop will never go out of style. But if you\u2019re in a beauty rut or committed to latte makeup, wearing shocking hues can be a daunting enterprise. How many times have you applied an eyeshadow, only to take one look in the mirror and wipe it off again? How can we get these looks off runways and Instagram feeds and into our lunch-date repertoire?<\/p>\n

We at GRAZIA believe that everyone<\/em> \u2013 yes, that means you too \u2013 is able to wear bold hues without looking clownish or washed out.<\/p>\n

We asked London-based makeup artist Olivia Cochrane<\/a> to share her bright eyeshadow tips, tricks and product picks.<\/p>\n

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\u201cThe use of colour is a great way to transform your entire look, so long as you have a lightness of touch,\u201d Cochrane explains. If you\u2019re a bit of a colour-phobe, you don\u2019t have to jump straight in at the deep end with fluorescents. \u201cNo one should wear makeup they\u2019re not comfortable with.\u201d If you\u2019re just dipping your toe into technicolour waters, you can try a coloured mascara<\/a> to pique interest. And for a beautiful touch of colour in \u201cten seconds or less, try investing in something like the Laura Mercier Caviar Stick<\/a>,\u201d Cochrane says. \u201cI personally use the shade Sunrise on my green eyes. It has a pinky gold wash and subtle shimmer that really makes me feel I\u2019ve livened up my makeup. These sticks are super easy to use, and you can blend them seamlessly with your fingers.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/strong>If you\u2019re ready for a little more pigment in your life, go for something like KVD Dazzle Gel Hyper-Metallic which \u201cglides on smoothly and creates a dazzling, iridescent look with a gorgeous shimmer. They give an amazing colour pay-off, and are a great look for evenings out.\u201d<\/p>\n

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INVEST IN BRUSHES<\/h3>\n

A worker is only as good as their tools, so they say. If, like me, you\u2019ve had a bit of trouble with eyeshadow in the past (smudgy, unflattering\u2026) the issue could be with the method of application, rather than the colour itself. Don\u2019t just dab the shadow on and expect it to do its thing. \u201cI would advise using two different brush sizes\u201d, says Cochrane. \u201cStart by using a slightly smaller tapered brush, such as MAC\u2019s 239 to<\/a> apply the shadow along the lash line, and use a clean, soft blending brush, such as MAC 217<\/a>. I\u2019ve had my MAC brushes for 15 years, they\u2019re such a great investment,\u201d she says. \u201cTo wash them you can just use baby shampoo. Or K\u00e9rastase if you\u2019re feeling fancy\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n

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To prep your eyelids, it\u2019s important to use a primer to hydrate, smooth and make sure you have the ideal canvas. \u201cIf you\u2019re wearing matte powder shadows, primer is especially important,\u201d Cochrane says. Reach for products like MAC’s Prep and Prime Eyes to ensure your shade stays locked in place all day, and to avoid the dreaded spill, smudge or lid-crease.<\/p>\n

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Get Inspired <\/strong><\/h3>\n

If you’re stuck in a makeup rut and have been sporting the same old routine for years, it\u2019s time to mix it up. The disruptive power of shows like Euphoria<\/em>, with its audacious beauty moments courtesy of Donni Davy<\/a>, has seen wearable gemstones, graphic liners and shocking hues disseminated throughout social media and into the mainstream. Professionals and amateurs alike are dipping their brushes into territories unknown and bringing a playfulness and fearlessness into the everyday.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s such an exciting time. Everyone is learning from one another online, creating this incredibly fertile ground for creativity, no matter your skill set. It\u2019s so fun to watch.\u201d So get scrolling and find yourself some new beauty heroes. \u201cMy own beauty hero? Personally, I\u2019ve always been really obsessed with makeup artist Erin Parsons<\/a>. She engages with the history of cosmetics, from ancient times to the present day. And like me, she adores Marilyn Monroe.\u201d<\/p>\n

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