Hey ladies, welcome back! Today, we're diving into a game-changing eyeliner trick that's perfect for anyone over 50, 60, 70, 80, or even 90. If you're looking for a simple way to pull yourself together and look amazing, this hack is for you. It's all about revealing the beauty you already have, not covering it up.
First things first, my hair is a bit dirty today, so I'm using my Kerastase Fresh Affair Dry Shampoo. It's got vitamin E and rice starch and smells fantastic. It helps manage my hair when I'm in a rush. And yes, I'm embracing the headband life again – who knew?
My lips were feeling parched, so I'm starting with a rose lip balm. You can really see the tiredness on my face, so let's get this makeup tutorial started with the best eyeliner hack. Seriously, if you don't know makeup, you need to know this one trick. You can use any color you like!
Prepping The Skin
Before we get to the eyes, I'm going in with Augustinus Bader's The Rich Cream. I got this during a Sephora sale, and I was a bit hesitant because of the price, but it's really interesting. It melts right into the skin and gives this lovely radiance. It has 30 years of research behind it. I thought it would be heavy, but it's surprisingly light.
If you prefer, you can apply your sunscreen before this. Supergoop SPF 40 is a great option if you want something light and velvety.
The Eyeliner Eyeshadow Hack
Now, for the eyes. Do you need to prime? It depends. If you have discoloration or are using a light color, priming might help. But today, I'm using a dark chocolate eyeliner, so I don't need to prime. The key here is that I want to work with the eyeliner as an eyeshadow, and my reformulated eyeliners are perfect for this.
My new eyeliners are soft and won't drag on your skin. I've reformulated them to be more intense, rich, and glossy, unlike the old ones that were dull and harder to apply. We're working on a sharpener for these pencils, but be careful when you sharpen them. You need a good sharpener made for eyeliner pencils, or you risk breaking the wood and ruining the tip. If you feel resistance, stop – you're probably slicing the wood.
Key Takeaways
- Use Eyeliner as Eyeshadow: This hack is perfect for a quick, natural look.
- Work Swiftly: The creamy formula sets quickly, so blend immediately.
- Choose Creamy Formulas: Not all eyeliners can be used this way; opt for smooth, creamy ones.
- Blend and Diffuse: Don't aim for a sharp wing; blend the color upwards.
- Add a Touch of Shimmer: A subtle shimmer topper can add extra dimension.
So, how do we do this? You can be as messy as you want! I'm just applying the dark chocolate eyeliner all over my lid. This eyeliner stays all day and acts like a cream eyeshadow. We also have Plum and Navy shades available – Navy is gorgeous on brown eyes.
I'm just blending the color from the base of the lashes upwards. Don't worry if it looks messy at first. You can always go back and blend more. Remember, you have to work quickly because this formula sets.
Once you have your base, you can add a little shimmer on top. I'm using a Stila Shimmer and Glow in 'Grace' here, but Armani also has a similar product. Just a tiny bit adds a lovely sheen.
Finishing Touches
Now for the mascara. I'm using my Volume Up Mascara, which has a precise applicator to comb through and separate every lash. Wiggle it at the base and pull straight up for a beautiful, defined look.
I'll quickly brush my brows. They're pretty thick, so I don't need much shaping.
To perfect the skin, I'm using Chanel concealer with a concealer brush for precision. I could use color corrector, but I want to keep it simple today. This eyeliner-as-eyeshadow trick is a lifesaver, especially if you forget your eyeshadow palette or are traveling.
Did you know you can use your lipstick as a cream blush too? It gives a lovely dewiness and creates a beautiful monochromatic look. I'm using my Cameo lip liner and then my Nik Ray lipstick.
I'm applying a little of the lipstick to my cheeks for a matching flush. Then, I'm adding a touch of Chanel cream bronzer with a Nars angled brush to warm up my skin a bit. I'm also thinking about trying self-tanner this summer – wish me luck!
Finally, I'm setting my makeup with Clarins Fix Makeup spray. It's all about keeping things simple and beautiful as we age, especially in the summer.
For an extra touch, I might add a bit of 'Manifest and Glow' lip gloss for a golden highlight.
So there you have it – a simple, beautiful look using just your eyeliner as eyeshadow. I hope you try this trick and let me know how it works for you in the comments below!
