Easy eye makeup tricks to fix all of the common eye makeup bloopers.

On the surface, eye makeup seems pretty straightforward: Just swipe it across your lids and mosey on with your day. But in reality, there’s more to the process than meets the eye (pun totally intended). This could explain why every time you apply your eye makeup, something feels a little… off.

Here are eye makeup tricks to help avoid the common mistakes we all make, and how to turn things around:

1. Using liquid foundation as a base

You’d think that using liquid foundation on your lids would be no biggie, but in fact the opposite is true: Because it’s not intended for this purpose, it’s more likely to crease and make your eye makeup look cakey. For a neat, crease-free look that lasts all day, use an eyeshadow primer before applying your eye makeup.

2. Applying eyeshadow after concealer

When you put concealer on first, it becomes a magnet for the powdery eyeshadow that doesn’t stay on your lids. By applying your eyeshadow first, any powder that makes its way down your face can be quickly brushed off, keeping all of your hard work in tact.

3. Forgetting to blend

We all love a gorgeously contoured eye—but if there’s a harsh line between each color, your eyes end up looking very… well, paint-by-number. After applying different colors to your lids (for example, one or two on your lid and then another on your brow bone), make sure to blend each shade into the next with a shadow brush. And make sure you use a separate brush to blend than you used to apply your colors to avoid a muddy finish.

4. Applying too much shadow below the eye

Only dab your shadow on the lower lash line and don’t go any farther down. Doing so will drag down your entire look—and may even give off the impression you’re wearing yesterday’s smudgey makeup.

5. Using shimmery shadows on aging lids

Frosty shadows give aging lids an insta-cakey look, which draws attention to wrinkles and makes your eyes look tired. Swap them out for eyeshadows that have matte and satin finishes instead.

6. Using the applicators that come with the shadow

Sure, the mini-applicators eyeshadows come with are handy, but they can’t offer you the polished, blended finish that a makeup brush can. By using the sponge applicator, you run the risk of applying too much shadow, as opposed to layering and subtly blending as you go.

7. Skipping liner and mascara

Honestly, what’s eyeshadow without eyeliner and mascara? The darkness of the liner and mascara offer a stark contrast to the color of your shadow, which is what makes your eyes look dayuuum.

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Cat eye makeup will never go out of style, and here’s proof.

What woman doesn’t love a good cat eye? That being said, you don’t want to do the same ol’ thing every day and find yourself turning against your favorite look. Lucky for you, there are tons of ways to freshen up your cat eye makeup – for day and night, work and play, here are 11 different renditions you’ll love:

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1. Turn it upside down

The easiest way to mix it up? Flip your cat eye makeup upside down to accentuate your lower lashes in a super sultry way. Get the tutorial here.

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2. Layer it

We layer our clothes, our nail polish and our eye shadow – so why not our eyeliner? Match the upper layer to your outfit to really make a statement.

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3. Kitten it up

Okay, so a cat eye at work would be a little… much. If you want to jazz up your day look, look no further than a kitten eye. It might seem subtle on the surface, but pair with your fave work attire and it packs a serious punch. Get the tutorial here.

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4. Just add glitter

What I love about cat eye makeup is how much simpler it is than a smokey eye – and it requires way fewer products. Perfect if you want to go out on the town but don’t want to spend half the night checking on your face. Give your eyes an extra sparkle with this glittery cat eye makeup tutorial.

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5. Exaggerate it

If you’re wearing a darker outfit that’s a little on the simple side, why not go graphic with your cat eye makeup? Get the tutorial here.

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6. Go hollow

This cat eye makeup looks amazing from all angles. Best of all, it’s a complete look sans eye shadow. Get the tutorial here.

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7. Double up

Feeling bold? Do a cat eye on top and a reverse cat eye on the bottom. (Why should your top lashes get all the attention?) The trick is to leave a space between your two lines to make your eyes pop.

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8. Did someone say ombre?

For a fun and flirty look, choose three different liners from the same color family for an ombre effect. Get the tutorial here.

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9. Add a pop of color

Create your cat eye, then add a splash of color under the eye for a bold wow factor. Get the tutorial here.

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10. Reverse it

I can’t wait to give this cat eye makeup look a try: This look is very geometric and has the same impact as a cat eye without actually lining your eyes. Bazinga!

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11. Frame it

This sophisticated look is a definite show-stopper – and here’s how to pull it off.

What’s your favorite way to wear cat eye makeup?

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