Eyeliner Techniques for Your Eye Shape

How to Apply Eyeliner for Each Eye Shape

When we say “eyes,” the first thing that comes to mind is your gaze… With a confident, bold and daring gaze, all eyes will be on you in every room you walk into. With eye makeup and eyeliner that suit the occasion, it's so easy to draw attention!

You know that with makeup you can cover imperfections and hide many things you don't love about yourself; with eye makeup, you can also bring out your hidden gem. The first thing you need to know is your eye shape. If you analyze your eye shape correctly, you can play down or play up any area exactly the way you want. You can create flawless eye makeup and, most importantly, find the best eye makeup for you.

Eyeliner is an essential part of eye makeup; the way you apply it matters as much as the brand. If you're good with eyeliner, you're doing a lot of things right. If you can't apply eyeliner neatly, you can do the techniques we'll talk about with an eye pencil instead; but if you're determined to use eyeliner and you still say “Why can't I apply eyeliner properly?” or “Eyeliner looks great on everyone but me,” we know that after reading this article you'll feel your doubts melt away, and you'll grab an eyeliner right away, or buy one if you don't have it, to try what we say. At the very least you'll think about it, and when you try it, you'll notice a huge difference between the eyeliner you applied at first and the one you apply now. Using an eyeshadow primer before applying eyeliner makes your eye makeup last longer.

So first, let's look at eye shapes, eyeliner techniques for your eye shape and some key tips:

Eyeliner Technique for Almond Eyes

Almond eyes come in two types: almond eyes that extend sideways and almond eyes that tilt upward. Those that extend sideways are narrow almond eyes. If you have this eye type, you can start your eyeliner line from the inner corner. Start the line thin and make it thicker as you reach the highest point of the eye. When you reach the outer corner, you can taper the line. Drawing your eyeliner this way gives your eye a rounder shape. If you want your eye to look a little rounder, you can also apply eyeliner to the lash line right in the middle of your lower lid, but only to that part.

If you have upturned almond eyes, the shape so many people today have cosmetic surgery for, you're lucky, and what you need to do is very simple! Start your eyeliner line thick at the inner corner and taper it toward the outer corner. Start a thin eyeliner line at the lash line in the middle of your lower lid and join it with the upper line. This way, you pull your eyes slightly downward.

Eyeliner Technique for Round Eyes

If you have round eyes, you'll have almond eyes with a great technique, and you won't believe it yourself! Start a very thin eyeliner line at the inner corner and keep that thin line going. Also draw a line along the inner part of your lower lid and join the lines at the corners of your eye. You can extend the wing of your eyeliner upward. The shape we call cat eye is a technique you should use, especially if you have round eyes. If you think the cat eye is too heavy for you and doesn't suit you, you can remove the line you drew along the inner part of your lower lid, but you should always fill in the inner corner of your eye.

Eyeliner Technique for Big Eyes

If you have big eyes, you always have an advantage, because whatever you do, your eye makeup will always make your gaze striking. But if you want to make your eyes look a little smaller and more elongated, what you need to do is very simple! Start at the inner corner and draw a thin eyeliner line; if the line is thick, your eyes will look even bigger than they are. If you line the inner rim and join it with the line on your upper lid, you'll create a dramatic wing. This way, your eyes will look higher, lifted and smaller than they are. In the same way, you shouldn't apply mascara to your lower lashes, or your eyes will look bigger.

Eyeliner Technique for Small Eyes

In this article we mentioned that having big eyes is an advantage, but don't think we can't make small eyes look bigger. With the right technique, it's very easy to get the look you want! We'll give you the key tips of eye makeup here, and you won't believe the results!

How can small eyes look bigger? First, we want to talk about something you shouldn't do. Stay away from thick, bold eyeliner lines. Instead, draw a thin eyeliner line. If you think your eyeliner brush is too thick, you can use a fine-tip eyeliner pencil. In particular, don't line your lower lashes, because a line there will make your eyes look even smaller than they are. Start the line at the inner corner of your eye and continue it outward. Remember, your line is still very thin… And to make your eyes look more lifted, draw a line with an upward wing. Your eyeshadow palette should include light eyeshadow shades as an option, because light colors are effective at making your eyes look bigger. Soft touches on your eyelid with an eyeshadow brush will make your eyes look more open.

You can give yourself the look you want, hide imperfections or cover any spot until it's practically invisible. All it takes is making quality makeup products the essentials of your makeup bag and being open to applying them with the right techniques! At Alix Avien Paris, we want to be with you in every moment that makes you feel happy.

Key Tips for Eye Makeup

When doing eye makeup, not only eyeliner but also eyeshadow, mascara and brow shaping matter a lot. Applying eyeliner after brightening your under-eye area with concealer looks much more professional. You can add depth by using light eyeshadow shades on your eyelid and darker shades in the crease.

Choosing the Right Eyeliner

When choosing between liquid eyeliner, pencil eyeliner and gel eyeliner, consider your eye shape and makeup style. If you want a thin wing, you can choose liquid eyeliner; if you want a softer, everyday look, you can choose pencil eyeliner.

How Do You Keep Your Eyeliner Wing From Smudging During the Day?

Steam from food, humidity and oiliness under the eyes are the enemies of your wing. Setting your eyelid with a translucent powder before applying Alix Avien products helps the product grip the skin better.

What Is the Easiest Technique for Beginners?

Using an angled brush and Intense Gel Liner or a soft eye pencil to place tiny dots along the lash line and then connect them largely solves the problem of shaky hands.

Does Pencil Applied to the Waterline Run During the Day?

Because of the moisture on the waterline, products can gather over time; however, the waterproof formulas of Alix Avien pencils keep them in place as long as possible and reduce the risk of running.

Why Can Applying Eyeliner Along the Lash Line Be Tricky?

Usually, getting too close to the mirror and pulling the eye too tight ruins the line. Keeping your eye slightly open and looking down while you apply gives a much neater result.

Which Eye Colors Do Colored Eyeliners Flatter Most?

To bring out brown eyes, Alix Avien shades in plum or navy blue work beautifully, while reddish-brown tones add wonderful depth to green eyes.