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10 Genius Makeup Tips for Hooded EyesOpen up drowsy-looking lids with these techniques (and don't worry, no eye makeup trend is off limits) |
For a Dramatic Cat Eye Every woman needs to bring the drama with her makeup once in a while. When the mood strikes, a graphic cat eye flatters hooded eyes by lengthening and lifting them. To copy Rachel Bilson's look, capitalize on the lower lash line, since the upper lid's space is in short supply. With almond-shaped eyes, you would focus the wing on the upper lash line, but with hooded eyes, elongating the line below the eyes achieves that same effect.
How: Powder your lids for a dry, clean canvas. Next, take a long-lasting pencil liner like Benefit BadGal Liner Waterproof, $20, that comes with a sponge on the end. Make a thin line along your top lash line, stopping at the outer corner of your eye.
Line your bottom water line, following the curve of your lower waterline up and out, into a strong wing. Take the sponge end of your liner and make one quick upward swipe from the tip of your wing. This will sharpen the wing into a tip. Curl your lashes and add a volumizing mascara. Take a page from Bilson's book and add a touch of glitter over your liner to bring a twinkle to your eyes.
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How: Powder your lids for a dry, clean canvas. Next, take a long-lasting pencil liner like Benefit BadGal Liner Waterproof, $20, that comes with a sponge on the end. Make a thin line along your top lash line, stopping at the outer corner of your eye.
Line your bottom water line, following the curve of your lower waterline up and out, into a strong wing. Take the sponge end of your liner and make one quick upward swipe from the tip of your wing. This will sharpen the wing into a tip. Curl your lashes and add a volumizing mascara. Take a page from Bilson's book and add a touch of glitter over your liner to bring a twinkle to your eyes.
Photo: Getty Images
SEE NEXT PAGE: For Turning Back Time