The makeup I wore for this photoshoot, as requested!
Photography: Debbi R
Everybody loves a dramatic cat eye – but what about one done up in glitter? Read on to learn how to apply loose glitter in a shape you want & with minimal mess!
INGREDIENTS
- Eyeshadows: Pompadour, Crystal Ball, Treasure Chest, blue glitter, any black creme eyeshadow
- Eyes: eyeshadow primer, mascara, blue pencil liner
- Lips: berry gloss
- Face: Foundation Primer, concealer, foundation, blush, Pixie Dust
Eyes
Curl lashes. Apply 3 layers of black mascara to top & bottom, let dry. Curl again. Dab on Foundation Primer onto the lids and sweep Pompadour all over the lid with a larger brush. Don’t pack too much on, just a wash of color. Apply Crystal Ball on brow bone, blending well into Pompadour.
Loose glitters give you the best sparkle, but the trick is to get them to adhere. (If you’re afraid of getting glitter in your eye, stick on some fake lashes prior to proceeding to the next step). I prefer creme eyeshadows like MAC paint pots for their sticky surfaces. Apply the shadow to the top lid, extending up and outward (the cat eye shape). Use a thin brush to make an outline, and a bigger on to fill in. While the surface is still wet, pick up some blue glitter with a slightly damped brush and press it against the lid. Glitter particles should transfer to the eyeshadow and stay in place. Repeat the step to cover the entire area.
Did you know?
Glitter particles can be easily cleaned up with Scotch tape. Got glitter where you don’t want it? Want a more precise shape? A piece of tape will pick it right up, without ruining the rest of your makeup.
My favorite part about this look is the waterline – instead of the traditional black or gray, I decided to go for bright gold! Pick up some Treasure Chest with a small amount with a short-bristled brush and paint over the waterline. Line lower lid with a dark blue pencil right under the lashes. For a more cat-like expression, drop the inner corner just a bit.
Face
Clean up the loose glitter particles with a baby wipe. Moisturize skin, apply Foundation Primer and then foundation. Concealer for dark spots and under the eyes. Fill in eyebrows. Apply your favorite blush on the apples of cheeks. Finish off with Pixie Dust.
Lips
I changed lipstick 3 times during the shoot, so I don’t remember the exact product I used. By the look of things, it’s some sort of a berry gloss and nude lipliner – nothing too fancy. Voila!
This may be my favorite look ever!
Future Eye Liner Collection? May I be excited please?
Also this is so pretty. I am ready for a bright pink waterline now please!
And thanks for the tape tip, that is amazing advice.
Gorgeous. I love the gold liner. I am now waiting with breathless anticipation for it in your collection. ;)
Aaaah! GOLD EYELINER!
Waaaaant!
Thanks for the great tips on applying and getting rid of excess sparkles on the eyes. I’ve used lotion and eye lash adhesive to try and get it them to stick…but I shall try the creme shadow soon in the future :)
Cheers
I had “elixer” + plane ride issues. Fine on the way to the Caribean but on the way back all over make up bag. Note to self TAPE SHUT!
Samantha: ^^Omg that’s the worst!
I do my eye makeup like this a lot, but I’ve never thought about a colored waterline! Love it! Great tip about tape for getting excess glitter too. I’m so gonna use that.
Gorgeous look!! I love the glitter eyeshadow and I’m excited for your future collection of liquid liners!! Your make-up is always so flawless and beautiful. And I agree, great tip about the tape…I’ll have to try that. =)
Thank you so much for sharing this tutorial with us! I love blue colour, and it looks so good with the golden line! I love this look, greetings!
I LOVE the gold waterline!! So different and so pretty.
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Beautiful!
will definitely try this at home, gorgeous.
lovin’ the gold eyeliner!
The gold liner is amazing. Can’t wait!! :)
Fabulous, as always!
Great tip with the scotch tape
I love your makeup here
can you use any gold liquid liner on the waterline for example a MAC liquid liner Or would that not be eye-safe?
Doe! Absolutely beautiful. That’s all I got to say! :)
Love the look. This would make a great look for someone I’m thinking about taking pictures of with a disco ball… thanks for the inspiration (that is if you don’t mind)!
i adore your blog! this makeup looks might be one of my favorites. i’ve always loved blue with pink like these lips and eyes.
Hey loveys… just wanted to add another option for getting glitter to stay where you want it; Lube. The “for sex” kind. use just a little, works great. Yes really, it’s a permanent feature in my kit. Always gets a raised eyebrow, though.
hey doe! Wow, you’re an artist…
I especially like the golden eyeliner <3
It looks great! What a shame I don’t find it here in Germany Q_Q…
I have another request though:
How do you do your hair?
It’s just that I have naturally curly hair and it always looks kinda messy, but I’d like to look more elegant sometimes, which is almost unachievable without knowing any technique.
So, I have corkscrew curls and they’re shapeable , what can I do?
Thank you
Claire
That gold eyeliner is AMAZING.
hey love! how have you been? i’m so happy for you that you’ve got things going! so much must have happened for you since we last met. as for me, i’m still stuck doing boring homework. bleah! take care and i hope we meet again soon!
Wow, I need to find a gold (or silver) eyeliner like that.
It’s been such a long time since I did cat-eye make-up…I think I’ll have to try this version sometime soon!
Love the look! The gold eyeliner is fantastic.
You should do an era make-up tutorial, with ideas inspired from different eras! 1920′s hairstyles and so forth.
My final major project for art for uni is to do with contrasting different looks from the 20′s 50′s and 80′s, i’m doing the photo shoot tomorrow. I’d love to send you the resulting images:)
xx
How did you keep the gold liner on?? I always have trouble!
My bff and I are going halfsies and buying everything from your makeup collection!!!!!!
I want to be a bright-eyed glittery princess too! I generally feel like I am pretty good at making myself up, but whenever I try areally bright color like this I get into such a mess! Hopefully, your tutorial helps.
I have to say, I don’t wear makeup, but your tutorials always make me feel like rushing to my mirror and playing with some. So gorgeous @__@;;; And your tutorials are so easy to read~ It’s really impressive.
<3
This is the best eyeshadow I’ve ever seen! Your lips and eyebrows look great as well.
Your blog is amazing! I love this glitter cat eye but I can’t seem to find these colors on the website. Are they still available?