Bobbi Brown Makeup Manual: For Everyone from Beginner to Pro (27 page)

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Go in close to the lashes.

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Extend the line all the way across.

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Reapply to make the line thicker.

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Repeat the steps on the other eye.

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Lined eyes.

Optional:
If you choose to, line under the eye. Asian eyes look best with a very soft shadow line.

Blend the liner with your fingers.

ASIAN DRAMATIC LINER APPLICATION

It’s important to check the result of the eyelining when the eyes are open. You need to make the lines thick enough to show.

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Simple eyeliner.

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For more drama, make the line thicker.

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And thicker.

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Or go way out.

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Make the line thicker along the lash line and see how far you want to go.

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If you use strong eyeliner, skip the eye shadow in the crease.

Permanent Solution?

Just say no to tattooed liner. It never looks natural, and the color usually fades to an ashy gray or blue color over time. Deep brown eyeliner can freshen and help the line look natural again.

EYELASHES

Lashes open up and emphasize the eyes. Most lashes are transformed with a sweep of mascara and the use of an eyelash curler. Black mascara is always my first choice. For women with very fair coloring or those who have naturally blond lashes, mascara is a must. Product choices include mascara, curlers, and false lashes.

Formulas

THICKENING MASCARA
is designed to make lashes appear fuller. To avoid clumping, wipe the wand before use; following application, the lashes can be separated with a lash comb, or separate them as you go.

LENGTHENING MASCARA
is a thinner formula than the thickening product, so it lengthens lashes in a way that looks natural.

WATERPROOF MASCARA
is great to use on those occasions when you anticipate tears or sweat, or in humid climates. The product can be removed only with an eye makeup remover specially formulated for waterproof products.

COLORED MASCARAS
are fun for the very young and for making theatrical or fashion statements. Henna-colored mascara can work for those with light red hair.