Applying the winged eyeliner is definitely a challenge but
for those with hooded eyes, eyeliner in general is difficult.
Eyeliner becomes a bit tricky when you can't really see the
eyelid- sometimes it can be frustrating to blend eyeshadows and line the eyes
and it’s basically hidden whenever the eyes are open.
Instead of being frustrated with our eye shape, we have to
embrace what we’ve got and change our approach for applying eye makeup.
Hooded eyes can range from slightly hooded to very hooded.
Hooded eyes can happen for a variety of reasons, like genetics,
aging or tiredness.
The trickiest thing is applying eyeliner because, depending
on how hooded your eyes are, it can really change the way your face will look –
eyeliner will look like you are not wearing any or it can make it seem like you
have raccoon eyes.
Here are some tips that have helped me apply a winged liner
to my hooded eyes.
Find the Perfect Eyeliner
The first and best thing to do is find the perfect eyeliner.
This is based on personal preference but once you have a
product that works best for you, it can speed up your makeup process and have you
looking flawless in no time.
When looking for the perfect eyeliner, keep in mind the look
you want to achieve and how you will be using it. For example, if you're going
to be applying it on your lash line, a pencil may be best.
Focus on the Outer Corner
Sometimes applying liner on the lash line, especially if
it’s a thick line can make the lid appear even more hooded.
Using eyeliner or a dark eyeshadow in the outer corner will
make eyes look wider and bigger.
It will also help to create the effect of having liner on your
eyelid, even though you have only applied it to the corner.
Don’t Apply Liner to Waterline, Apply to Lash Line
I always find applying liner to the waterline always
transfers, so again, you’ve done all this work to look like a raccoon…
Instead apply liner to the lash line closest to the upper
waterline. This will give the effect of thicker lashes and have the appearance
of eyeliner on the eyelid.
It is best to use a waterproof liner as well.
You can also feather an eyeliner pencil through your lashes
gently as well to get the same effect.
Use Gel Liner for Wings
Most women use a felt tip liquid liner for wings but I have
found Gel Liner works best as it doesn’t transfer or smear.
Although it can take some getting used to, gel will still
give you the control you need to make the wing perfect.
Gel will also last just as long as liquid liner, so no worrying
about touching up your makeup throughout the day!
Avoid the Lower Lid
Because of the shape of hooded eyes, applying eyeliner to
the lower lash line can make eyes appear smaller and more closed and it will
bring attention downward, making your eyes look droopy.
Although there is nothing wrong with lining the lower lash
line it is best to not spend as much time on that part of your eye makeup.
Experiment
Sometimes, the best way to learn how to do your makeup is to
simply try new things.
It took me several applications and trying different types
of eyeliners but now I can easily apply a winged eye that looks great on my
hooded eyes.
The worst thing that can happen is you have to start over
again.
~Jennifer
