“Beauty lies in the Eye of the Blender”

While bold colors might appear, the trend leans towards enhancing the eyes with a more sot and subtle approach.

Smudged eyeliner (using either brown or fun colors), a wash of a single cool-toned eyeshadow (taupes, grays, beiges), or warm, shimmery metallic shades for a sunkissed effect are in right now.
Focus on well-curled lashes and defined but not overly strong brows.
Consider using more cream or potted eyeshadows in matte or shimmer finishes, soft-focus brow products (powders over pencils for a feathery look), and mascaras that lift and define (if you’re not into lash extensions or strips).

3 step routine for any eye-look ever.

Achieving a beautiful eyeshadow look can be simplified into three core steps, no matter the style you're aiming for:

Base: Apply a neutral shade close to your skin tone all over your lid, from lash line to brow bone, to create an even canvas.
Define: Use a deeper shade to add dimension, focusing on the crease and outer corner of your eye to create depth.
Highlight: Apply a shimmer or light shade to the inner corner and center of the lid to brighten and open up the eyes.

Multidimensional Eyeshadow: Expect to see holographic, duo-chrome, and even trichrome shadows that play with light and create complex, shifting colors.
Smoky Cat Eye: This classic look is getting a modern update with new techniques that add flair while maintaining its timeless appeal.
Cool-Toned Shadow: Blues, violets, and grays are becoming popular for eyeshadow, often applied as a soft, matte cloud of color on the lid.
Pastel Grunge: This trend combines soft, pastel shades with an edgy, grunge aesthetic.
Barely There Eye Makeup / All Liner, No Mascara: Some trends are moving towards minimal eye makeup, focusing on subtle eyeshadow or just liner, sometimes skipping mascara entirely for a fresh-faced look.

To elevate your glow, strategically apply eyeshadows and shimmer tone highlighters to key areas.
On the eyes, use eyeshadows to add depth and dimension, then dab a shimmer highlighter on the inner corners and beneath the brow bone for an instant brightening effect that opens up the eye.
Extend this radiance by sweeping highlighter along the tops of your cheekbones, blending up towards the temples, and lightly dusting it along the jawline to define and catch the light for a sculpted, illuminated look.
For an extra boost of luminosity, mix a drop of liquid shimmer with your foundation or moisturizer before application, or gently tap it onto the high points of your face after your base, creating a seamless, all-over glow that enhances your natural radiance without looking overdone.

BY LAUREN MACKEY - MADEBYDLFCE, DLFCE LLC.

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