Smokey Eye Tutorial

Image of Whitney Gardner showcasing a smokey eye shadow look created using ShadowSense by SeneGence

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By Whitney Gardner

Independent Distributor, 253203

Senegence Internaional

Certified Makeup Artist

Smokey eye shadow looks are definitely one of the most beautiful and glamorous makeup looks out there. A well-executed smokey eye can instantly transform your look and make you feel like a million dollars.

The key to achieving the perfect smokey eye is to choose eye shadows in shades that will blend together easily. For a classic smokey eye, opt for shades of black and grey, though you can also go for a more subtle look with shades of brown and beige.

You’ll also need some good blending brushes to help you get the right look. Once you have your colors and brushes, take your time to blend the colors together, creating a smoky transition between them. With patience and practice, you’ll soon be able to create a stunning smokey eye look that will turn heads wherever you go.

How to Create a Beautiful Smokey Eye Look

My Smokey Eye Palette in the Video

Color Swatch of Sandstone Pearl Shimmer ShadowSense, the long-lasting eye shadow color from SeneGence.

Lightest Shade: Sandstone Pearl Shimmer ShadowSense

Color Swatch of Garnet ShadowSense, the long-lasting liquid eyeshadow from SeneGence.

Medium Shade: Moca Java Matte ShadowSense

Color swatch of Garnet ShadowSense, a deep brown liquid eyeshadow by SeneGence

Darkest Shade: Garnet ShadowSense

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Step-by-Step Instructions For a Smokey Eye

Step 1: Apply the medium shade as the base layer by dabbing a small amount of product on the outer corner of your lid and then blending inward with your finger all across the lid and up to your brow bone.

Step 2: Add the same medium shade under your lash line to help your eyes look even bigger.

Step 3: Now take the darkest shade and dab a small amount of product on the outer third of your eyelid and blend out and upward with a fluffy brush. Smooth out any harsh lines, but be careful not to blend too far past the middle towards your inner corner. We want to keep the inside corner of the eyelid very light.

***Pro Tip: Use your concealer to clean up any mistakes at any point during this process.

Step 4: Now take your lightest shade and add it to the inside corner of your eyelid and blend it outward to add some highlight and make the look “POP.”

Step 5: Grab the darkest shade again and line under your eye and up to add a reverse winged liner. You can also smudge this out so it is not as harsh of a line depending on your preference.