The
use of eyeshadow is a major aspect of eye makeup. In the same vein, eye makeup
is essential for the completion of any makeup look. The eyes are said to be the
window to the soul where deep communication can take place. They can express a
multitude of emotions and invoke a response to such emotions even without
words. It is no hidden fact that many Nigerian mothers don’t use words
sometimes to scold misbehaving children and can easily pass any message or
signal needed with their eyes, lovers exchange longing looks, intimacy is made
deeper, and close friends exchange cues and gossip all with just the yes.
Needless to say, the mastery of eye makeup is over 50% of the work required for
getting diverse looks when applying makeup. The use of eyeshadow has been an
ever-evolving trend in makeup ranging from single colors to layering to smokey eyes
to how one can apply makeup to hooded eyes. The most recent trend is the
infamous cut crease, funny enough I don't consider the crease to be an
attractive facial feature in the least as I see it as a sign of aging but just
look how the makeup looks by celebrities like Adele, Ariana Grande, Rihanna to
mention a few have done to change that opinion. It turns out that cut crease
eye makeup has been in existence for quite a long time, as far back as the
1950s.

Cut
crease is a type of eye makeup that clearly defines and accentuates the crease
which is the natural dip on the eyelid separating the upper lid from the mobile
lid using a skillfully combined variety of eyeshadow colors. There are
different types of cut crease looks in vogue now which include; liner cut
crease, glitter cut crease, colorful cut crease, half cut crease, double cut
crease, etc. There is very little difference in the aforementioned types of cut
crease so let's learn how to do a basic cut crease that you can easily modify
to get the specific look you are going for.

How
to get the perfect cut crease eyeshadow in 5 steps.

1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Prime
the eye with concealer; in makeup, it is always important to work on a clean well-prepped
surface for a better longer-lasting effect. Prep your eyes by sweeping some
primer across your lids to create richer colors. 

2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Apply
neutral shadow on the crease; the crease is the part of your eye that normally
folds just above the eyelid and usually gives your eyes a unique shape. This
neutral shadow can serve as your base and should be a light matte color that
will make the application of the other colors easy.

3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Apply
deeper shade on the outer corners to carve out your crease; use a slim eyeliner
brush that will assist in stretching out the crease. Apply with your eyes open
so you can outline a crease slightly higher than your natural crease. Then
blend the line towards the inner and outer of your eye and slightly upward
making sure to leave the bottom line intact.

4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Apply
a transition shade and concealer above the defined crease; after blending this
will stop right above the crease and give you the finished precise look.

5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Finish
up with liner and mascara; this should be the last step in your eye makeup.

Hacks
that will ease your eyeshadow application.

Ø&nbsp; Choose
your eyeshadow; the choice of the type of eyeshadow is imperative to ease your
application. There are different forms to choose from but each form has its own
benefits. The loose powder form comes in more pigmented colors but is more
difficult to handle due to its loose form. The cream form of eyeshadow is easy
to apply but creases more quickly than powder eyeshadows. If you are a novice
the best form to start with are those in compact powder form. The various
textures, hues, and brands give you an opportunity to explore until you find
the most suitable color for you.&nbsp; 

Ø&nbsp; Select
the right brushes; the right tools always get the job done better, so, even
though it is possible to apply the eyeshadow using your fingertips, it is
better to invest in good makeup brushes.&nbsp;Avoid using sponge brushes
because they do not apply the pigment well. For applying shadow on your crease,
use a soft or stiff dome brush that will it easier to blend outwards. Use a
stiff flat brush to apply eyeshadow to your entire lid. This brush is best for
picking up lots of pigment and distributing it over your entire eyelid. Get a
soft pencil brush to apply eyeshadow close to your lash line. These are small
and thin enough to work on both your upper and lower lash line, as well as in difficult-to-reach
areas like the inner corner of your eyes.

Ø&nbsp; Appropriate
hand movement; the brush stroke and the speed used in applying eyeshadow can
make all the difference. Patting the first layer of shadow is better than
brushing to get a solid appearance. Use short slow brush strokes going in the
same direction to blend colors instead of sweeping the eyeshadow on the eyelid
in a fast motion.

Ø&nbsp; Your
eye makeup should only be done after your normal face makeup; use your
concealer, foundation, blush, bronzer, and brow liner before your eyeshadow.
The application of mascara and eyeliner should also never be done before
eyeshadow.

Ø&nbsp; Simplicity
is always an option; your eyeshadow doesn’t have to be complicated or even in
multiple shades to be attractive. You can always go for a single shade by
darkening and lighting different parts of the eye.

Getting
the perfect eyeshadow look isn't always easy, this is because eye shapes vary
from person to person, and what works for someone with monolids&nbsp;may not
work for someone with hooded eyes, but you don't have to be a beauty guru to
achieve the look you're going for. With the right tools and a little practice,
you'll be well on your way to applying your eyeshadow like a pro.

Slay by skillfully using different shades of eyeshadow to create the perfect cut crease look.

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