5 Easy Makeup Tricks to Make Your Eyes Pop Effortlessly

What’s more, everyone has at least one pair of eyes they would like to compliment — Monet, Cezanne, Frida Kahlo or Andy Warhol’s Portrait of a Girl Sporting a Poppy. Even zoom calls or nights on the town with friends or colleagues can bring in a dash of glamour that eyes deserve. With a glittering touch of creativity and resourceful makeup, Schwartz boldly claims that our eyes can make a statement without feeling like they have undergone elaborate artistry. At the base of it all, Schwartz stresses the ease and reliability these techniques propose. For her, spending years experimenting with eyeliner in her teenage phase has left a lifelong impact on how she perceives glamour. Most striking of those experiences included being praised for artistic brush strokes incorporated to eyes regardless of their shape, skill set, or budget.

Let’s plop into those eyes that require no masterclass and can be drawn extemporaneously.

1. Place the Centre Shimmer in Shimmery Eyeshadow

Shimmer eyeshadow is a strong statement that adds sparkle and is more precious than gilded for enhancing the look. Shiny things are often reserved for the bold and beautiful castles of gloom. In moderation, shimmery eyeshadow applies and can melt for those passionate about emulating a princess, at least on the eye makeup level. So, eye cream. Sund wrinkles, as well as vanish dark circles. Unicorn Break has discovered a shimmery dust meant for cream that outlines SHLM cream and is one step to rock hooded caked eyes.

To widen a petite and really cute set of eyes, Schwartz recommends implementing said shimmer only at the epitome. That is, on shinier days like.

It can be quite tempting to put shimmer all over, but trust me, if you keep it cantered it creates a hypnotic effect that opens up the eyes.

I learned this lesson by trying it on myself during a friend’s wedding where I went a bit overboard and ended up looking like a disco ball. You don’t need anything fancy; drugstore palettes work just fine as a soft champagne or pearl shade does wonders. Just dab it on with your finger or small brush and see how light reflects to make your eyes look bigger. If you check out this Instagram post, you will be amazed how shimmer in the right place has the potential to change everything. 

2. Lifting Your Crease

This one is for those who think their eyes look too small. Placing a matte shadow slightly above your natural crease can give the eyes the illusion of being larger and more open. The key to this is placement and blending. You need to grab a neutral shade, which can be a soft taupe or warm brown, and sweep it slightly above your crease with a fluffy brush. After that you need to blend it upwards and outwards, not downwards, this will give the illusion that the eye area has been lifted.

I remember skipping this step because it felt like too much work, but now I can’t live without it. Your eyes really do get a mini lift without the scary needles. Blending worries? No need to—just take your time and use a clean brush to soften any hard edges. This method works for every eye shape from almond to hooded and is essential for making your eyes pop. The best part is that it isn’t overwhelming during the day, but elevates nicely for a night out.

3. Eyeliner on the outer edge only

Eyeliner can be extremely tricky. We’ve all made the mistake of forgetting to leave the inner corners and end up closing off the eye only to make it look smaller—focus your eyeliner on the upper outer edge of the eyelid. This will keep the eyes looking bright and open. The inner corners should be left blank because lining them tends to close off the eye, making it smaller. A soft winged outer edge with a subtle line gives the illusion of fuller lashes while still keeping everything light.

I watched a makeup artist on YouTube do a look in under five minutes, and that has become my Favorite go-to look for the eyes. If you’re a beginner, go with either pencil or gel eyeliners as they are easier to control. Save liquid liners for later. And don’t worry about making it perfect, a softer, smudged line gives off a relaxed, chic vibe. Want inspiration? Check out this Instagram tutorial on how to do the outer-edge liner trick. 

4. Securing Those Gorgeous Lashes with Waterproof Mascara 

Nothing indicates being ‘wide awake’ better than lashes that are curled and voluminous. If your lashes are drooping around lunchtime, it’s time you consider switching to waterproof mascara. It helps retain the curl for the entire day or night, allowing your eyes to look bright and open. Make sure to apply it after curling your lashes, near the roots, and wiggle the wand upwards to get the most lift. 

If you are as forgetful as I am, invest in waterproof mascara right now. After a sweaty summer day gave me panda eyes, I learned this the hard way. Not cute. Now, I refuse to go without using them for long days or humid weather. You do not need to splurge as affordable brands like Maybelline and L’Oreal have great options. If you are worried about mascara removal, use micellar water to gently remove it. Your lashes will thank you.

5. Love Your Eyes

We cannot stress this enough: your eyes are stunning as they are and need no enhancement. Makeup is about enjoyment and accentuating your features instead of defining someone else. Be it sparkling squinty eyes like mine, or deer like wide eyes, these hacks are simply guidelines. Make your own and try until you find the tricks that give you the confidence you deserve.

I personally struggled with the cat-eye makeup trend. Instead of looking glamorous, I ended up with an avant-garde masterpiece. That’s the beauty behind makeup—it’s not highly complicated and there aren’t any absolute rights or wrongs. So, pick your brushes and get ready for an effortless expression of your personality strewn all over your face. 

These steps will make your eyes stand out without spending hours in front of the mirror with expensive tools: shimmery centres, high crease blending, and eyeliner, twigged with waterproof mascara and a sprinkle of self-love. All of these combines promote working smarter, not harder. Instead of diving fully into all the steps, focus on two starting steps that feel like the simplest, no matter if you’re a minimalist or glam diva. Go wild with them because all you need is the confidence that comes when you accept yourself. So go ahead, let those eyes twinkle, and have the fun you deserve!