A well-blended eye makeup could be the best thing you can do to elevate your overall look. It carries a peculiar allure that only a smoky eye or perfectly winged brows can bring. But it all comes with a sense of dread and the constant fear of overwinging it. However, if you know the right application technique and use the right products, you can ace the eye makeup game.

Common eye makeup mistakes to avoid

Applying thick liner
Everyone likes to experiment with eyeliner. And even if one does not, let’s not forget how seldom getting the perfect symmetry on both eyes with a cat eyeliner look is. Eyeliner can make or break the look, making it a crucial eye makeup step. One mistake everyone sometimes tends to make is going overboard with the liner. Remember, with eyeliner, less is more – especially if you have deep-set or droopy eyes. Thick liner coating might work for some, but in most cases, it can make your eyes look smaller and droopy.

Incomplete blending
Creating a blended eye makeup look can be a lot of work. There are a couple of steps one needs to follow. From selecting the right shades to using the correct application and blending technique, you have to be careful with every step. If you are a beginner, start with two shades. Apply the lighter shade on the crease line and blend it with a brush till you find it settled in the skin. Make sure you don’t overblend. Pick a slightly darker shade, dab it on the eye’s outer corner, and blend it with the previous shade. This way, you will be able to achieve a flawless look.

Applying mascara before the eyeshadow
There are no strict rules when it comes to using makeup products. However, certain makeup techniques and application processes can make the eye look pop easily. It’s mostly known that eyeliner comes after the application of eyeshadows. But many fail to understand the use of mascara. Many women grab their product and apply it before blending the eyeshadows. This can completely botch your eye makeup. Start with blending the eyeshadows and follow it with eyeliner and mascara.

Curling lashes after mascara application
Who doesn’t want longer, thicker, and fuller lashes? The market is saturated with products like eyelash serums, volumizing mascara, and even lash curling tools to achieve fluttery lashes. However, the order of use is most important. One common mistake women make is curling the lashes immediately after coating them with mascara. This process can get the product transferred to the curling tool easily. Also, once the mascara dries, it becomes difficult for the lashes to curl and stay for long hours. Therefore, use the curler and clamp it close to the eyelash base. Repeat the process twice, and then apply a coat of mascara.

Overdrawing brows
You might have mastered the skill of contouring and applying eyeliner, but filling in the eyebrows can push you ten steps back. Though thick and bold eyebrows are trending, overdrawing is a common mistake many make. Make sure to fill in and blend the product to achieve natural-looking eyebrows instead of making it seem like a tattooed work of art. Choosing the right brow shade according to the facial complexion is also important.