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By Sophie Joaman • August 2, 2022 • 6 mins read
Eye make-up is not only a fun way to express ourselves, but it is also a great chance to experiment with what looks and makes us feel good. Of course, each and every person is different and what works for one person may not work for the next.
Taking into account your eye shape and learning what make-up techniques flatter you the most is the best way to switch up your eye makeup game for good and succeed at it!
What about deep-set eyes though? What are they, and how exactly do you do make-up if you have deep-set eyes? This type of eye shape is usually larger in size and set deeper into the skull, making the brow bone much more prominent.
If you are not sure whether you have deep-set eyes or not, then a good way to find out is to look at your side profile in the mirror— is your brow bone overshadowing your eyes? If it is, then you have gorgeous deep-set eyes to work with.
The problem with make-up for deep-set eyes lies in the fact that overly heavy and dark eye makeup can often make your eyes look much smaller.
The solution, therefore, is to not overload the eyelid with harsh shades, heavy eyeshadow or thick liner.
Instead, drawing attention to light and making your eye area bright overall will help your eyes to pop.
If you’re ready for your best eye look yet then we’ve got a step-by-step guide that will help you achieve the perfect make-up for your deep-set eyes.
It goes without saying, but prepping your eyes with a primer is the first step in any eye make-up routine, no matter what shape eyes you have.
To begin place a small amount of eye primer onto the centre of your eyelid and blend in well over the entire eye from the lash line, to under the brow bone. Make sure that your primer is blended in well and leave it to set in place first before moving on to the next step.
Once your eyes are primed and set, you can move on to applying your eyeshadow. Start off with a light shade for the base colour and apply to the same area you applied the primer. This will also help the primer set in further.
Using a light shade (think beige, peach, and champagne tones to brighten) and a fluffy eyeshadow brush, blend the shadow in well to your eyelid, making sure not to leave any harsh edges.
Going in with a lighter shade at the beginning will help to create the illusion of wider eyes while allowing you to build upon your look.
Whereas putting a darker shade on first will only do the opposite and make your eyes look much smaller, plus it will definitely be harder to rectify if you go in too hard at first.
This is especially important for those with deep-set eyes, as darker shades can sometimes make the eyes appear more recessed.
TThe best advice for eyeshadow really is to take it easy and build it up as you go, ensuring it complements your eye shape and enhances your features naturally.
Here’s some good news though, you can still enjoy experimenting with eyeshadow and using darker shades, especially if you want a smokey eye or a more dramatic evening look.
Adding in a crease in a slightly deeper shade will deepen the definition of your eyes too, which can be especially flattering for those with deep-set eyes.
Opt for a slightly darker shade and apply from the outer portion of your eye, blending in well to the crease. This technique helps enhance your eye shape while maintaining balance.
It is important to note that your eyeshadow needs to be blended in to avoid any harsh lines or edges, ensuring a seamless transition that complements your brow bone structure.
Another great tip for making your eyes bigger, especially for those with deep-set eyes, is to add a light colour or even a little shimmer to the inner corner of your eye and blend in with the rest of your make-up.
This technique enhances your eye shape by bringing light to areas that may appear more recessed.
This will really let your eyes pop and sparkle, giving you a bright-eyed look all day long. For a more dramatic night look, you can also sweep a gorgeous shimmer across your eyelids.
This will help the light to bounce off the shimmery eyeshadow and again give you that illusion of bigger eyes.
This would also be a great time to add a little highlight just under your brow. The light will reflect off your make-up and open up your eye area, complementing the natural contours of your brow bone and enhancing your overall look.
The best thing about make-up is that you don’t have to forego anything, no matter what eye shape you have. It is indeed all about the technique. So if you are a fan of eye-liner and have deep-set eyes, then grab your liner and get to work on that wing.
Using a liquid liner or eye-liner pen, begin by drawing on a sharp wing to the outer corner of your eye, and tapering it off before your brow bone. Fill in the wing and then start to draw on your eyelid.
The key here is to not overload the eyelid with too much liner, so avoid taking your eyeliner too high up and instead keep it thinner and closer to the lash line.
This will really help to create the illusion of more open eyes, complementing your eyeshadow and enhancing your eye shape naturally.
The final step is to curl your eyelashes and apply a couple of coats of lengthening mascara to your lashes. A thickening mascara might make your lashes look heavy, whereas elongating them will give you the effect that you desire, especially if you have deep-set eyes, as longer lashes help open up the eye area.
Leave the coats to set for a minute or two before applying the next, as this will allow you to build up your stunning long lash look.
Eye make-up is all about practice, and with our guide, you will definitely be able to get the most out of your eye make-up if you have deep-set eyes. Experimenting with eyeshadow placement, eyeliner techniques, and even how your lashes frame your eye shape can make all the difference.
So try it out and work that make-up magic—the compliments will be flowing in no time, we guarantee it!
