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:: Eyeshadow :: |
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Eye
shadows leave a shiny
or opaque finish depending on the time of make up and shape of
eyes. To achieve the perfect daytime look with eye shadow, you
need to follow some basic guidelines. The basic tones you need
are: a pale
highlighter shade for
your brow bone area and a basic shade for your eyelids. |
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Eye Shadows come
in a variety of forms like pressed powders, pencils, sticks,
gels or creams. Pressed powders are the most popular form of
shadows. They are available in pearly and matt textures. You can
get a better effect, if you apply them with a wet brush. The
cream shadows are oil or wax based. It is best suited for dry
lids and should be avoided on greasy eye lids. Pencils have a
high color and filling ability. Gels are suited for oily skins. |
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:: Eye Liner :: |
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Are
the most extensively used form of eye make up. Eye liner is used
to make the eyes more prominent and create an illusion of
thicker lashes. Eye lining is done with a black or brown eye
liner on the top lid of each eye and sometimes under the lower
lashes. The line should be smooth instead of a harsh line. |
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Eye liner comes
in liquids or pencil form. Care should be taken when using
liquid eye liner. It should not go into the eyes. Liquid liners
can be either water based or alcohol based. Alcohol based liners
are water proof. |
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:: Mascara :: |
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Mascara
thickens the eye lashes and increase attractiveness of the eyes
and emphasize them. It gives the eye make up the finishing
touch. Brush the lashes, apart from application. Light coats are
better than thick ones. |
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There are 3
different forms of Mascara - water based, water proof and the
mixed variety. Mixed variety is the the most useful one. Water
based mascaras can be applied quickly and removed easily. So
they are gentle to the lashes and eyes. But they won't stay for
a long time, as the mascara smudges easily when it comes into
contact with water, tears and perspiration. |
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Apply mascara
by looking straight into the mirror, with your chin lifted
slightly so you can see your lashes clearly. Gently twist the
spiral brush as you withdraw it from the masara bottle. Stroke
your upper lashes evenly from their base to the tips, curling
them upward with the brush as you apply the mascara. |
