Smokey Eye

STEP 1
A smoky eye is done with one color of eye shadow. Brown, grey, or black are good choices. Dark plum or navy are for the brave. Eyeliners should match.

STEP 2
Apply a thin layer of foundation across your lids. Better still use a primer or concealer. This will help the makeup stay on longer and appear bolder and more vibrant. Then, sweep on a flesh-colored shadow or powder.

STEP 3
Using your pencil, trace your lash line. Always work from the inside and get thicker towards the end, flicking for a fancy and cat-eye fashion.

STEP 4
Start by sweeping on a layer of shadow close to the lash line with your eye shadow brush, diffusing the eyeliner. Use your lightest color here, a touch of white or pearl shimmer is great.

STEP 5
Trace along your crease and socket then flick out towards the corner of your brow bone with a much darker color, this is a sexy look and gives your eyes heaps of definition and appeal.

STEP 6
Apply a nude shimmering color to your brow bone. By accentuating the highest point on your face you are bringing out your facial features and really complimenting your eyes.

STEP 7
With a soft brush, blend away any harsh lines to make it a more soft 'smokey' effect.

STEP 8
Take a white eye pencil and line your waterline up, this will make your eyes appear wider, brighter and fresher and make you look more awake and healthy.