Desiree Paul Dr. Jackson Fall 2012 · Apply the Three Colors on the Eyelids 9 4. Blend color #1 and color #2 where they intersect with a blending brush. 5. Sweep color #2 in the crease

Desiree Paul 2700 Technical Writing Dr. Jackson Fall 2012

Table of Contents iii

Table of Contents Table of Contents ......................................................................................................................... iii

Introduction ................................................................................................................................... v

Overview of Material .................................................................................................................... 1

Overview of Materials .................................................................................................................. 2 Eye Area ..................................................................................................................................... 2 Make-up Brushes ...................................................................................................................... 2

Choosing Colors For the Neutral Smokey Eye ........................................................................... 3

Choosing Colors For the Neutral Smokey Eye ........................................................................... 4

Apply the Three Colors Onto the Eyelids ................................................................................... 7

Apply the Three Colors Onto the Eyelids ................................................................................... 8

Apply Eyeliner Based On the Look You Are Going For ......................................................... 11

Apply Eyeliner Based On the Look You Are Pursuing ........................................................... 12

Tie Up the Neutral Smoky Eye .................................................................................................. 15

Tie Up the Neutral Smokey Eye ................................................................................................ 16

Glossary ....................................................................................................................................... 17

Index ............................................................................................................................................. 19

Introduction v

Introduction

So you are getting ready for a special occasion tonight and after all the preparation, you realize you have no idea what to do make-up wise. First your mind start racing about what color eye shadows to use and what kind of look you are going for. Then a light bulb flickers on above your head and you decide to do a neutral smokey eye to keep it simple and classy. You get your makeup out and instantly realize that you have no idea which eye shadows to use or how to apply them to your eyelids. The scenario described above could happen to any woman who owns makeup. Just remember no look is too difficult to create especially a smoky eye and save yourself from stressing while getting ready.

Manual Overview After reading this manual you will know how to: Choose colors for the neutral smokey eye Apply the three colors onto the eyelids Blend the colors Get different looks with the eyeliner (i.e. dramatic, casual/day, cutesy/innocent) Tie up the neutral smokey eye I will not explain how to apply foundation, finishing powder, blush, and mascara. I will also not include cost estimates on making this neutral smokey eye because this varies depending on the brand of make-up you choose.

Supplies Before you start, make sure you have the following supplies: Color palette Make-up brushes Eyeliner Eyelid primer Mascara Lipstick Blush Any other products you usually use when doing your make-up Once you have all of the supplies to create the neutral smokey eye, you can follow these simple instructions and have a great time. Words that are bolded and colored orange can be found in the glossary on page 15.

Overview 1

Overview of Material

2 Create the Neutral Smokey Eye

Overview of Materials ** Before we learn how to create a neutral smokey eye, let’s look at the sections of the eye area and make-up brushes.

Eye and Lip Area

Make-up Brushes

Choosing Colors for the Neutral Smokey Eye 3

Choosing Colors for the Neutral Smokey Eye


Choosing Colors for the Neutral Smokey Eye ** Before choosing colors from the palette, go ahead and apply the products you apply to your face before working on the eyes. 1. Scan through your color palette for colors close to your complexion. 2. “Test” the colors by using your eye shadow brush to apply each color to the backside of your

hand.

3. Choose the color that seems to be a tone or two lighter than your complexion; this color will

be referred to as “color #1.”

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4. Choose a color from the palette that is two tones darker than your complexion; this color will be referred to as “color #2.”

5. Choose a color from the palette that is darker than color #2 or simply choose black; this color

will be referred to as “color #3.”

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Apply the Three Colors on the Eyelids


Apply the Three Colors on the Eyelids 1. Apply a dab of eyelid primer to the top eyelid with an eye shadow brush staying underneath

the crease, which will enhance the color.

2. Apply color #1 over the eyelid primer with eye shadow brush leaving out the inner corner

3. Apply color #2 on the outer corner with an eye shadow brush.

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4. Blend color #1 and color #2 where they intersect with a blending brush.

5. Sweep color #2 in the crease lightly with a blending brush.

6. Apply color #1 to the bottom eyelid using a fine eyeliner brush.

7. Apply color #3 to the outer corner of the bottom eyelid 8. Blend top and bottom outer corner colors using a blending brush. 9. Blend color #1 and color #3 where the two intersect using a blending brush.

Apply Eyeliner Based on the Look You Are Pursuing 11

Apply Eyeliner Based On the Look You Are Going For


Apply Eyeliner Based on the Look You Are Pursuing *Substitute for eyeliner: eye shadow using a wet flat eyeliner (angled definer) brush 10. Apply the eyeliner onto your eyelid starting from the inner corner to the outer corner. 11. Apply the eyeliner onto your waterline starting from the outer corner to the inner

corner.

For a dramatic look -

3. Apply the eyeliner at an angle lining up where your eyebrow stops. 4. Come back towards your eye with the eyeliner creating a triangle.

For an innocent/cutesy look - 3. Apply the eyeliner at a curved angle like half oval. 4. Add extra eyeliner to make the line wider.

For a casual/daytime look - 12. Add another line on eyeliner right above the previous line (from the inner corner to the

outer corner).

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Tie Up the Neutral Smokey Eye 15

Tie Up the Neutral Smoky Eye


Tie Up the Neutral Smokey Eye 13. Apply a creamy pearl-like color, or a color that is similar, from your palette onto your

inner corners using a fine eyeliner crush.

1. Apply a mascara of your choice on your top and bottom eyelashes 2. Apply a nude, red, or pink lipstick to your lips. 3. Apply a neutral color blush to the cheeks. 4. Apply any additional products you wish.

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Glossary

Crease – the defined line that is visible when your eyes are closed

Inner corner – the corner closest to your nose

Outer corner – the corner farthest from your nose, closest to your temple

Test – try out a color to see if it works for you

Waterline – right above your lower eyelashes; where the lower eyelashes seem sprout.

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Index blending brush, 9, 10 color #1, 4, 8, 9, 10 color #2, 5, 8, 9 color #3, 5, 10 eye shadow brush, 4, 8

eyelid, 8, 9, 10, 12 eyelid primer, 8 eyeliner, v, 9, 12, 13, 16 fine eyeliner brush, 9 flat eyeliner (angled definer), 12

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