In the movie "Memoirs of a Geisha" it was said thata real geisha can stop a man with just one look. For many women, this is no secret, because it is known that the eyes are the mirror of the soul. By creating makeup and focusing on the eyes, you can profitably emphasize the depth and charm of the look. An eye pencil can help with this. However, you need to know how to properly paint your eyes with a pencil, because you can easily ruin what nature has given you. There are several simple rules on how to paint your eyes with a pencil depending on their shape and color. But first of all, you need to pay attention to which pencil to choose.

Selecting a pencil

First of all, it is worth mentioning that saving on thiscosmetic product is not desirable. Arrows are usually applied very close to the contour of the eyelashes, there is a high probability of contact with the mucous membrane of the eye. If the pencil contains low-quality additives, an unpleasant reaction may occur. It is recommended to choose pencils of well-known cosmetic brands. Make sure that these are not fakes. Be sure to look at the expiration date. It is usually printed on the packaging or on the pencil itself. If you could not find out the date of manufacture, pay attention to the coloring core. Its color should be uniform, no white spots or plaque - this indicates an expired shelf life. There are 2 types of pencils - traditional wooden and mechanical with a retractable lead. Each of these types has its pros and cons. Wooden pencils are usually more durable, because their lead is harder. They break less often, are not used up so quickly, and the arrows applied to them are usually more durable. Such arrows blur less often, hold their shape longer, but they are also more difficult to draw. When you make arrows with a pencil with a hard lead, you usually get a slight "scratching" sensation (for some this is absolutely unacceptable), to draw a bright line you have to go over the same place several times. The disadvantages of wooden pencils include the need for a sharpener. It is almost impossible to sharpen a cosmetic pencil with a knife or blade. Mechanical pencils are easy to use, do not need a sharpener, but they are usually used up faster. More often, such pencils have a soft lead, it is easy to draw a line with them, but the arrows can blur after a while. It is very important to pay attention to the type of the mechanism itself. After the core of the pencil extends, it should be possible to hide it back. Some pencils do not have this feature - it is very inconvenient. The best way to decide which eye pencil to choose in terms of lead softness is to try it on the back of your hand. The optimal pencil is medium softness, easy to apply and at the same time uniform and durable line. To avoid allergic reactions, it is advisable to choose a pencil containing anti-inflammatory additives.

Arrow technique

When applying a line to the eyelids, do not holdpencil vertically. It will be more convenient if you tilt it slightly. To prevent your hand from shaking at a crucial moment, you can rest your elbow on the mirror and thereby fix the drawing hand. The arrows should be applied as close to the lash line as possible. The makeup will look neater, and the eyelashes thicker. At the same time, the thickness of the line can be different - it depends on the desired image and the shape of the eyes. To make the arrows last a long time and not blur, you can apply a little powder to the eyelid before applying the line. Make sure that the arrows on both eyes are the same, otherwise all efforts will be in vain. People around you will definitely notice your "different eyes".

Selecting the color of the pencil

The classic and the “all-occasion” option,Of course, a black pencil is. It is suitable for creating various images, is optimal for both brunettes and blondes, and is suitable for eyes of any color. Although blue-eyed blondes with black arrows look more elegant, it will rather be an evening make-up. A brown pencil can also be called classic. It suits almost all types, but brown arrows are not so bright, so the make-up will look more like a daytime one. Pencils of different shades - gray, green, blue - can be used to create a playful look. Colored arrows are perfect for women with light eyes. A white eye pencil is usually used to visually enlarge and widen the eyelids. To do this, you need to draw small dots in the inner corners of the eyes. Some experts advise applying a white line to the inner side of the lower eyelashes to visually enlarge the eyes.

Eye shape - arrow shape

If the shape and size of the eyes are perfect, the arrowsyou can draw along the perimeter of the eye. This will help to emphasize and make the look more expressive. Note that the wider the line of the arrows, the narrower the eyes seem. To visually enlarge the eyes and create a “wide open” effect, the arrows are drawn starting from the middle of the eye to the outer corners. If the corners of the eye are drooping down, this can be corrected with the help of arrows directed upwards. Excessively large and bulging eyes can be hidden with the help of an arrow on the entire upper eyelid. The lower eyelid can be painted with a thin arrow from the middle to the outer corner or not applied at all. If the eyes are close-set, the arrow should be applied only to the upper eyelid, starting from the middle to the third of the eyelid. Wide-set eyes are recommended to be emphasized with the help of an arrow on the lower eyelid. But how to paint Asian-type eyes with a pencil? After all, they require special efforts. Dark, saturated arrows look good with this eye shape. An arrow should be applied to the upper eyelid, but you do not have to bring it completely to the edge. On the lower eyelid, the arrow should be applied from the middle of the eyelid to the outer edge. These are just the basic principles of how to paint eyes with a pencil, do not be afraid to experiment and use your imagination!

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