My eyes are very small. Are there any tips to make them stand out more?
A:
Eyeliner is like a "magic wand" when it comes to creating an illusion of bigger, expressive eyes. Line the entire top lash line, extending the line slightly at the corners. You can also line the bottom of your eyes, but concentrate color only on the outer third and extend it slightly past the edge. (We're not talking Elizabeth Taylor in Cleopatra here.) A soft, smoky look will open your eyes more than a thin, hard line. Stick to dark, neutral colors with a hint of black for lining, as bright shades will only make them seem smaller.
Lashes can also be a great eye-opener. Check out my post for creating movie star lashes.
Contrary to popular belief, dark, dramatic eyeshadow won't make your eyes look bigger. In fact, it does just the opposite. If you have small eyes, keep it simple by using only light-colored shadows, and never wear more than two shades at once. Brush a subtle base color from lash to brow, and then use a slightly darker shade to create subtle definition in the crease.
P.s.: I read somewhere that lining your lower waterline with a white eyeliner gives eyes a pop.
The key is to experiment and see what works. That's how I learned to use liquid liner in my younger years for instance.
