Makeup with arrows

They say that the eyes are the mirror of the soul. Perhaps this explains why the fair sex pays great attention to eye makeup. On the other hand, women are often motivated by a simple desire to look beautiful and highlight their eyes, making them more expressive, bigger. For this, various techniques and tools are used, and one of the most popular options for correcting the shape of the eyes is makeup with arrows.

There are many different versions of this make-up, however, the so-called Egyptian style has long been considered a classic option. This makeup is very popular, it justifies its long history.

This type of make-up provides ample opportunity for experimentation, because there is no single template that demonstrates how such a make-up should look like. Usually, girls are guided by their own imagination and ideas, which they then embody before their eyes - either as a make-up for every day, or as an evening look.

First you need to understand what types of arrows are and how they differ from each other. So:

• thin arrows are a great way to emphasize the eyes without making eye-catching makeup.It will be convenient for an everyday look, because it does not take much time to create barely noticeable arrows. This procedure does not require a high level of skills.
• double arrow suitable for those girls who are tired of a fairly simple and discreet make-up. That is why you can first make one arrow, and then - an active emphasis on the lower eyelid.
• feathered arrow, is probably one of the most versatile techniques. It is suitable for a casual look with delicate tones, weightless textures and smooth lines. It will be an ideal solution for going out in the evening. It is enough just to change the color scheme, add a shimmer - and now the luxurious look is ready!

Different situations require different options - for example, sometimes you need a gentle make-up that will look natural and make the image more “light”. In such cases, arrows are indispensable, which will help create a beautiful, feminine and delicate look. On the other hand, this make-up is quite easy to transform into a fatal and seductive one by applying a combination of arrows with red lipstick. She will act as an accent in this makeup, which will add a touch of seduction to the appearance of the girl.

Moreover, there are a large number of different variations of arrows, which are already due to certain trends of the season.Recently, feathered arrows have been popular, which are famous for their versatility. They go well with bright makeup and fit perfectly into a delicate look. Universal and famous make-up with two arrows. However, when planning to experiment, it is necessary to find out what kind of this make-up suits individual external features. This should be kept in mind when choosing the color of the eyeliner and pencil.

Many girls, choosing the color of the eyeliner, are guided by considerations about their favorite color, but this position is erroneous, because it often leads to the creation of a ridiculous image. The palette of cosmetics must be combined with external data.

The classic version of such a make-up is black arrows, which gained popularity in the middle of the last century. This is due to the popularity of such Hollywood beauties as Marilyn Monroe and Audrey Hepburn, who with all their appearance demonstrated a luxurious image, where the main focus was the summed up eyes.

Black arrows are suitable for absolutely everyone, because it is an extremely versatile shade that goes with any type of appearance and in any way. The only negative that can be found in this makeup is a possible visual reduction of the eyes. The smaller the eye, the thinner the arrow should be. For this reason, girls turn to colored eyeliners - they not only refresh makeup, but also visually enlarge the eyes, creating the effect of an open look.

However, it is important to know that you need to choose a palette of pencils that will match the color of the iris.

As for the "shimmery" ones, it is worth noting that they are able to give expressiveness to the look. Gold and silver eyeliners are popular. They will play interestingly both in the sun and in the evening lighting. Due to the intensity of such shades, it is not recommended to use them in combination with bright shadows - when doing make-up for every day.

As noted above, the technique of arrows is very diverse, it is not so easy to learn it. However, in order to create a really beautiful image, you need to understand what makeup options exist.

Since the art of eyeliner has spread throughout the world from the East, it is worth considering the so-called oriental makeup for a start. It is known that the main distinguishing feature of the Near East region is strictness in morals, which is reflected in all spheres of life, including the appearance of a girl.

The so-called classical shape of the arrows originated at the turn of the 50s and 60s of the last century. In this version, women bring their eyelids not so much to correct the shape of the eyes. They do this in order to give them expressiveness and to emphasize this area. Since that time, such images are often used by divas on the red carpet, various evening events.Today, stylists perform this technique with light, light shadows, because this creates additional contrast and gives the look dynamism.

Some girls like to create outrageous looks, and for this they draw wide thick arrows - following the example of the once popular Amy Winehouse. However, it is important to understand that the performer had a stage image that was not used so often in everyday life. This is the main mistake made by women: such solutions are not suitable for daytime makeup, because they are too bright for an everyday look.

In these cases, you need to turn to light eye makeup, which will be represented, for example, by nude shadows and the thinnest black, gray or brown arrows. The combination of shadows of a natural palette and not very catchy eyeliner is a fairly simple solution for creating a simple, delicate and gentle make-up for every day.

For an evening out, multi-colored and metallized cosmetics will be appropriate. A look framed by golden or silver radiance will amaze those around you with its beauty. The girl will be considered very brave, because even today not every lady will decide to create such a catchy visage.

We can recommend a smooth transition from classic to avant-garde in the form of an intermediate version with colored arrows.Orange and crimson are hardly worth using in everyday life, because they require a professional approach and understanding of the specifics of the product. But dark green, indigo or rich wine will provide all girls with ample opportunities for experimentation.

The main rule for creating any look is moderation. Agree, it looks ridiculous when a business lady comes to work with evening make-up, so you need to be guided not only by your imagination. It should be limited to the social context and events for which one or another make up is performed.

Today, the beauty market is full of a wide variety of cosmetic products, so not only a pencil, but also many other means are used to create “arrow” makeup.

Very popular liquid eyeliner with brush. Such cosmetics will be an ideal option for those girls who have already trained and can confidently draw straight arrows. When using this tool, it is necessary to take into account the liquid consistency of the product and not overdo it with the amount of eyeliner on the brush, otherwise you will get thick wide arrows that are not for everyone. Excess eyeliner will be imprinted on the upper eyelid - this will only spoil the image.

Eyeliner-felt pen has a number of advantages when compared with conventional liquid. Due to its shape, it fits comfortably in the hand, and the position of the marker directly affects the shape of the arrows and their direction. The problem of excess funds on the brush is not here, because during the application of this type of eyeliner, cosmetics are always used evenly and economically.The only problem with this product is that it dries fairly quickly, so you can't fix the resulting errors in any way. The tool must be used with the utmost care.

Pencil is the traditional way to create such makeup. Such arrows will help to unobtrusively correct the shape of the eyes. You can not be afraid of mistakes, because the pencil is easily erased. For those who are just starting to master the arrows, the most suitable product is a soft pencil - or a powder-based product, which will result in a not very clear outline. However, it should be noted that for all the ease of use, the disadvantage of pencils is the fact that such a coating can be smeared or faded.

Shadows interesting because they allow you to create a soft make-up - for example, a feathered arrow, the basis under which all the same shadows often act. This option is especially appropriate for a daytime look, in which there are no clear lines, but there is lightness.

Eyeliners with gel or cream textures are used mainly by professional makeup artists, because such cosmetics require a high level of skills and sufficient experience with complex products. Arrows drawn in this way fit perfectly - and at the same time they do not dry out immediately upon application, so it is possible to correct some shortcomings and errors. Moreover, gels and creams are durable.

It is important to understand that the choice of cosmetics depends on what effect you want to achieve.If the goal is to create a chic evening make-up with a slight touch of vintage, then you should use a liquid eyeliner - perhaps with the use of glitter and metallic particles. On the other hand, if you create a delicate make-up, then you should turn to shadows, pencils or various pigments. Such arrows will look equally advantageous both with a daytime look, in the form of “soloists” of makeup, and with an evening one.

Having dealt with the types of makeup and the necessary tools, it's worth talking about how to make a make-up. From the first time, the arrows are far from being obtained by everyone, so do not be upset if you suddenly encounter errors. They are inevitable, and they can be corrected only by constant practice. To avoid most typical problems, it is worth understanding the lesson, which describes the process of creating eye makeup step by step.

Before applying eyeliner, you need to do the tone of the face. To do this, cover the problem areas with concealer. It is worth evening out the tone of the face with the help of a tonal tool. It is necessary to prepare the eyelids. To do this, you need to degrease them and apply a special lotion on them, in which there is no alcohol, and then a primer.

If you plan to use shadows, you do not need to "play" with colors. It is better to use a nude shade - perhaps with light sparkles. This will create a natural look, which is especially true for summer makeup. On the other hand, if you create a eye-catching make-up, then you should look at dense textures with a dark palette: blue, green, brown.

Henna arrows are especially beautiful, but this material is quite difficult to use, so it is not used very often. You can play with contrast and create makeup with white or shiny arrows, which looks avant-garde and revolutionary. Close your eyes and carefully draw a line. If it turned out uneven, it can be corrected. To avoid mistakes, you can use special stencils to draw perfect arrows. It is better to draw thin lines, because it will be easier to add a few strokes than to remove errors.

Try to draw arrows as close to the lash line as possible. To do this, you can pull the eyelid a little. Cover your lashes with mascara, but avoid the "spider legs" effect. This makes the image cheaper. The arrows look especially impressive with long (for example, false) eyelashes. Remember that the individual details of the look should be combined with each other, so choose a lipstick according to the shape, color and type of arrows. A win-win option is to use a dusty pink shade as a lip cover.

There are a huge number of ideas for the execution of arrows in make up. So, what suits who:

• For almond eyes arrows of any thickness, length and bend are suitable. The main thing is not to get carried away with experiments, because this eye shape is ideal. There is no need to correct anything, but you can ruin everything. Therefore, for a girl with this type of eye, it is better to use time-tested arrow options: double, feathered and classic.
• round eyes correction is needed in the form of their lengthening, so women use liquid eyeliner, drawing a long arrow. This technique involves the removal of the arrow outside the eye.
• Asian women you need to draw a wide line along the lash line. It is able to visually round the look, but it is important not to make the look heavy.

• Girls with deep-set eyes, you need to remember that the line of the arrow should not be too hard and thick. Use soft textures and emphasize the lower eyelid with a white pencil. This will make the look "light".
• With bulging eyes you need to hide the excess. To do this, use a not very saturated brown or gray color (choose pencils). This will hide puffiness under the eyes.
• Visually emphasize the upper eyelid you can, leading the line of the arrow to the temple - but not very much, so as not to get the effect of a heavy look.
• The most difficult case in eye makeup is the impending eyelid, it does not allow you to fully reveal the potential of makeup and makes you refuse to use arrows. Even if they are done, they will still be covered by the upper eyelid, which hangs over the moving part. In this case, you should limit yourself to shadows and mascara. Even with these simple tools, you can create a luxurious make-up.

The shape of the eyes is far from the only criterion by which it is worth choosing the type of arrows. An important point is the color type - for example, almost all shades of eyeliner are suitable for brunettes and brown-haired women, but for blondes the choice is limited only to light and gray shades that will not contrast with the appearance.

Arrows are one of the most popular types of makeup that can transform a girl, making her look “wide open” and expressive.To achieve the right effect, you need to train a lot. Each time, the eye make-up will get better and better, and the images will be luxurious, but at the same time delicate.

The arrows will help emphasize the expressiveness of large eyes and visually enlarge small eyes. This video contains 7 options for different arrows.