Creating a classic smoky eye with bold red lips is a timeless and glamorous makeup look. Here’s a step by step guide to achieve it.
Smoky Eyes
1.Prep the Eyes
– Apply an eye primer to ensure eyeshadow stays in place and looks vibrant.
2. Base Color
– Sweep a neutral eyeshadow close to skin tone across entire eyelid as a base.
3. Crease Color
– Apply a medium brown shade into the crease of eyelid to add depth.
4. Dark Shade
– Apply a dark eyeshadow (black, charcoal, or dark brown) to the outer corner of the eye and blend it into the crease and can build up the intensity gradually.
5. Blend
– Use a clean blending brush to blend the dark shade into the crease and outer corner to soften any harsh lines.
6. Lower Lash Line
– Apply the same dark shade along lower lash line, connecting it to the outer corner. Smudge it for a smoky effect.
7. Highlight
– Apply a light, shimmery eyeshadow to the inner corner of the eyes and just under the brow bone to highlight.
8. Eyeliner
– Line upper lash line with a black or dark eyeliner and line waterline as well. Smudge the liner slightly to keep the look smoky.
9. Mascara
– Finish with several coats of volumizing mascara on upper and lower lashes.
Red Lips
1. Prep Lips
– Exfoliate lips to remove any dry skin and apply a lip balm to moisturize.
2. Lip Liner
– Line lips with a red lip liner that matches lipstick. Fill in lips with the liner to create a base for the lipstick.
3. Apply Lipstick
– Apply red lipstick using a lip brush for precision.
4. Clean Up
– Use a concealer and a small brush to clean up the edges for a crisp look.
Finishing Touches
1. Face Makeup
– Ensure your foundation, concealer, and powder are flawlessly applied. Contour and highlight to add dimension to the face.
2. Blush:
– Apply a subtle blush to cheeks, keeping it neutral so it doesn’t compete with eyes and lips.
3. Setting Spray
– Set your makeup with a setting spray to ensure it lasts all day or night.
Tips
– Keep the rest of your makeup minimal to let your eyes and lips stand out.
– Choose a matte red lipstick for a more classic look or a glossy one for added drama.
– Practice blending the eyeshadow to achieve a seamless smoky effect.
This combination is striking and works well for many occasions, from a night out to special events.
By Kitty Noofah
Photographer : Ian Trayner
Model: Rosemary Lloyd