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| Updated December 16, 2019
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How to Apply Eyeshadow Based on Eye Shapes

All eye shapes require a special approach when it comes to eye makeup. Let us guide you through the basics of applying eyeshadows based on your eye shape to learn how to get the most of it.

How to Apply Eyeshadow Based on Eye Shapes

Different Makeup Looks For Different Eye Shapes

Eye shapes are so different and unique. And to apply eye shadow to them correctly so that it looks great and not panda-like becomes a real challenge. Every woman wants her eyes to look big and bright. Find out how to do it for your eye shape.

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Eyes Makeup for Hooded and Wide Set Eye Shapes

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Hooded eyes are probably the most difficult shape of all to cope with. It doesn’t require much highlight. Take a neutral color for your lid and a darker one for crease.

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How to Apply Eyeshadows for Almond Eye Shapes

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Hazel eyes look stunning. And the great news is that practically any eye shadow, except plain brown, and any color combinations will enhance their beauty.

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Eye Makeup Looks for Monolid and Small Eye Shapes

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As for the monolid eye shape, stay away from dramatic eyeliner to emphasize your look. Small and thin liner will be perfect for this shape and any eye shadow will do.

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Cool Makeup Ideas for Round Eye Shape

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If you have round eyes you should apply eyeliner from the inner corners of your eyes all the way to the outside ending in a straight line. Then highlight the inner corners with a light shadow. Then take a medium eyeshadow color and lightly apply it above your lid.

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Downturned and Upturned Eye Shapes

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In order to transform the downturned eye shape, all you need is heavy eyeliner. Apply black eyeliner or add a burst of color as well as body to the line with blue eyeliner.

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