Everyday Eye

Illustration by Jillian Tamaki

STEP 1:
With a brown eyeliner pencil (more natural-looking than black), draw a line as close as possible to your upper lashes. Then apply a matte, earth-toned brown shadow along the crease of your eyelid. Brush a paler matte brown shadow on your lid.

The Expert Says:
Emphasizing the crease in your lid makes your eyes appear larger.
Everyday Eye

Illustration by Jillian Tamaki

STEP 2:
Curl your eyelashes and apply mascara.

The Expert Says:
If your lashes are short, use a thickening mascara, not a lengthening one, which will weigh them down.

Everyday Eye

Illustration by Jillian Tamaki

STEP 3:
To make your eyes seem larger, draw a thin line along your inner lower eyelid with a brightening pencil.

A white pencil works with pale skin; for darker complexions choose a golden-beige pencil.

Everyday Eye

Illustration by Jillian Tamaki

STEP 4:
Dot a tiny bit of cream blush just under your browbone. Blend with your pinkie down toward the crease of your eyelid.

The Expert Says:
Adding a hint of blush to your lids complements the blush on your cheekbones, warming up your whole face.

Add a baby pink lip gloss and you're ready to go!

Go back to O's guide to gorgeous eyes
From the February 2011 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine