Guide to Achieving Flawless Natural Eye Makeup

February 03, 2024 by Dr. Taruna Yadav

While we all love playing with vibrant, dramatic eye makeup, nothing can quite beat the timeless natural eye makeup look. It’s that classic look that subtly enhances your features without overpowering your natural beauty. But achieving the right balance of understated elegance and flawless features requires more than just a few swipes of neutral shades. It’s about mastering the art of light-handed brushwork and seamless blending to create a look that’s visible yet effortlessly chic. Whether you’re off to brunch, running errands, or tackling a day at the office, a natural eye makeup look can elevate your style with ease. If you’re not sure how to create the perfect natural eye makeup look, we have got you covered. In this guide, we take you through the many tips and tricks needed to create unique eye looks that pass the everyday-makeup check. From soft, dusty pinks to subtle smokey effects, there’s a perfect look waiting for every complexion. So, let’s dive in and discover how to create stunning natural eye makeup looks that effortlessly enhance your beauty for any occasion.

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How to Choose Your Eyeshadow For Natural Eye Makeup Looks

Just how the pink-beiges and tan lipsticks aren’t the ideal ‘nude’ lip colour for all skin complexions, the palette for neutral eye makeup varies for all skin tones too. For instance, a mahogany eyeshadow may go great with deep skin tones, but appear rather bold on fair skin tones. This makes it imperative to envision a makeup mood board based on your skin colour and preferences. Before we hop onto an eye makeup step by step guide, it’s essential to note that a natural eye makeup look also depends on the intensity and product layering of the shadows. While matte eyeshadows are the timeless picks for an everyday look, you can always add a radiant touch with nude shimmers. These muted shadows are perfect to add some glam to your neutral eyes, especially for natural bridal eye makeup.

For fair and light skin tones, eyeshadows with hues of pinks, dusty mauves, tan browns, muted corals and taupes are the shades that top the charts. Those with medium skin tones can opt for a warmer range of earthy browns, faded corals, and shades of mauve. These colours will lend your eyes a subtle, muted finish, without going over the top. For an edgier look, you may go for kohl rimmed eyes or create a defined eye look with a brown eyeliner on your upper lash line, which brings the whole look together.

Finally, for deeper and melanin-rich skin tones, you can opt for smoky black, dark cocoa brown, mahogany, maroon, and midnight blue eyeshadows.

A Step-by-Step Tutorial for Natural Eye Makeup

Once you have prepared your skin with a neutral base, it’s time to begin working on your eyes. Here, we have put together a few basic eye makeup steps for different skin tones to take you through the entire process.

Natural Eye Makeup Guide for Light Skin Tones

For those with light skin tones, the key to natural eye makeup lies in selecting soft, complementary shades that enhance your features without overpowering them.

Step 1: For an even application of your eyeshadow, prep the eyelids by applying and blending some concealer or eye primer. This step is essential for creating a clean base that gives you long-lasting makeup that doesn’t melt away as the day progresses.

Step 2: Apply a coral or an orange-toned eyeshadow by gently dabbing it onto the lids, using a brush. Cover the inner corners of your eyes, blending it out towards the crease. Using a narrow brush, extend the shadow to your lower lash line, imparting a well-defined and more harmonised look. Use a brown shadow to dust the outer corner of the eyes, blending in towards the centre. This is the easiest hack to give your eyes a smoky effect, without appearing too bold.

Step 3: If you are carrying this look for the night, you can top it with a sheer shimmer. Grab your lightest shimmer and apply on the lids using your finger tips, gently diffusing and blending for a seamless finish.

Step 4: Finish off using a mascara for naturally fuller appearing lashes. The Nayantara Clear Lash & Brow Serum by Forest Essentials is a clear gel formula that instantly offers fuller lashes along with nourishing them. The lightweight serum has ingredients like Castor oil and Glycerine that promote lash and brow growth. This product is perfect for applying everyday without worrying about damage. The best part is that you can top this with a regular black mascara for an enhanced look.

Natural Eye Makeup Guide for Medium Skin Tones

For those with warmer skin tones, achieving natural eye makeup involves striking a balance between depth and softness.

Step 1: Prime your eyelids using a concealer or eyeshadow primer. You can also apply a neutral-beige matte shadow to avoid any discolouration and have an even base to work on.

Step 2: Start by applying a warm, light brown shadow onto your eyelid, gradually blending towards the crease for a precisely defined eye. Dust on a darker shade of brown on the outer corner of the eyes. Using a brush, softly blend the shadows.

Step 3: With a brown eyeliner, draw over your upper lash line and gently diffuse it for a dark smokey eye makeup look that’s subtle but intriguing. Extend the brown shadow below your lower lash line and glide on a kajal or kohl. The Gulaab Khaas Kajal by Forest Essentials is a great pick for both black and brown shades. The intensely pigmented kajal stick is enriched with an array of nourishing ingredients like Pure Cow’s Ghee, Coconut Oil and Sweet Almond Oil. The eye-soothing kajal glides on smoothly for a desirable and long-lasting application.

Step 4: Coat your lashes with mascara to complete the look.

Natural Eye Makeup Guide for Dark Skin Tones

Creating a natural eye makeup look for darker skin tones is all about enhancing your unique features while maintaining a subtle and effortless charm. With the right techniques and shades, you can accentuate the richness of your complexion and highlight the beauty of your eyes with ease.

Step 1: If you are someone with a deeper tan to dark brown skin complexion and worried about finding the right shade of concealer, Forest Essentials’ Som Rasa Velvet Concealer will swiftly become your go-to. The creamy formula is available in ten shades catering to all Indian skin tones. The lightweight concealer can be used over the eyelids as a primer, creating an even-toned base.

Step 2: Start by applying a cherry hued eyeshadow—it can be a deep red, mahogany, chestnut, or coral shade. Dust it across the eyelid and the crease. With a flat brush, apply the shadow under your lash line to add definition and depth.

Step 3: Create a winged eyeliner look using a black eyeliner. This final stroke will pull the look together, carving out the perfect natural eye makeup look. Follow it up with a volumising mascara.

FAQs

How do you make a natural eye makeup look?

For a natural eye makeup look, start with an eyeshadow primer, then apply neutral shades like soft browns or taupes. Blend well to avoid harsh lines. Add definition with eyeliner along the upper lash line and finish with mascara for longer lashes. Keep it subtle for an effortless appearance.

Is eye makeup safe for eyes?

Yes, eye makeup is generally safe for the eyes when used correctly and with proper hygiene practices. Opting for natural eye makeup products, such as those offered by Forest Essentials, can further enhance safety and minimise the risk of irritation or allergic reactions.

What makeup do I need for my eyes?

For your eyes, you’ll need a few essential makeup products: eyeshadow in neutral shades, eyeliner (preferably in brown or black), mascara, and an eyeshadow primer. Optional additions include eyebrow products for shaping and defining your brows, as well as eyeshadow brushes for precise application.

What is basic eye makeup?

Basic eye makeup typically consists of a few essential products and steps to enhance the appearance of the eyes. This includes applying neutral eyeshadow shades to create a subtle wash of colour on the eyelids, using eyeliner to define the lash line and add depth to the eyes, and finishing with mascara to lengthen and volumize the lashes.

References:

https://www.lorealparisusa.com/beauty-magazine/makeup/eye-makeup/how-to-apply-natural-looking-eye-shadow

https://www.bobbibrowncosmetics.com/how-to-everyday-eye https://www.maybelline.com/makeup-tips/eye/eyeshadow-makeup-tutorials/city-mini-chill-brunch-neutral-eyeshadow-look-tutorial

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Reviewed By:

Arjun Singh Senior Ayurveda Expert

Arjun is a marketing professional turned Ayurveda Expert. After the completion of his post-graduation in 2008, he started his journey in the beauty industry. He has since worked with several global luxury beauty brands including DIOR & Estee Lauder. With now more than 12 years of experience, he is driven by the idea of making Skin Care, ‘simple’ and ‘accessible’ for all and help clients transform their lifestyle and skin with solutions rooted in his extensive understanding of Ayurveda. A Senior Ayurveda Expert at Forest Essentials, he carefully curates Ayurvedic remedies and is continuously working towards bridging the gap between time-honoured skin care solutions and the modern consumer of the fast-paced world.

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