Beauty

How To Use Cat Eyeliner Correctly

Although it used to be that makeup was only worn on special occasions, it has recently started to play a bigger role in how we dress every day. More and more women are utilising cosmetics to improve their everyday appearance as they become aware of its transformative ability. Although there are numerous cosmetic techniques that can be employed for the same purpose, eye makeup—especially the employment of eyeliners—remains the most well-liked of them.

You might blame pop culture's love with Marilyn Monroe, and more lately, with Taylor Swift and Deepika Padukone, for the gradual rise of cat eyeliners as the go-to beauty trick for all modern women. "A timeless classic, cat eyeliner. Like a little black dress, this look is always appropriate, according to Kinjal Doshi, a well-known South Mumbai salon owner and celebrity makeup artist.

"Cat eyeliner can effortlessly upgrade any style. You can employ its many varied versions, such as a delicate flick or an exaggerated tip, or even invert it for a soft, sensuous, glamorous look, to fit your mood or style, the expert continues.

Secure the Shape

But not all of us are born with the ability to master the cat eyeliner shape. Some ladies can do it with just a flick of the wrist, but for others, it can be very challenging. Even if they perfect the cat eyeliner shape, it becomes impossible to replicate the shape. However, with a few tips and techniques, you too can confidently use the winged cat eyeliner. How? Read on!

Set the Eye Up

 

Although there isn't much of a difference between a cat-eye and a winged eyeliner, it's still vital to prepare the eye for the liner before choosing. To produce a smooth surface on the eyelids, it is best to use a skin primer or concealer. It will aid in the improved adhesion and ease of gliding of the makeup, whether you use liquid or gel-based eyeliner.

Items You'll Need

 

The best technique is to use an asleep brush to line the lower and upper lash lines and a sharp-angled brush to create the winged tip. Felt tip pens with liquid liners also exist, and they are simple to use. To create the wing, keep some tape on hand.

Using a Makeup Brush to Outline

 

To determine where your wing stroke will land, trace the area with the brush's wand. Start at the outer corner of the eye and move downward towards the hairline (roughly at a 45-degree angle). Draw the initial line with a very light touch, simply to establish the base, using that as a guide. Your wings are drawn out like this. Draw a straight line from the point immediately below the tip back to the lash line. Enlarge the wing. Next, start outlining the lash line. Taper the wing as you advance near the inner corner.


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