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Eye makeup and the role of the eyeshadow brush
How can any face instantly gain expression and appeal? It's simple: Highlight the eyes. Just a little makeup on the eyelids, eyelashes, and eyebrows is enough to make a dramatic difference. A bold lipstick can transform your look even faster. Of course, nothing is quite as simple as it sounds: For authentic and stunning eye makeup, you need a little more than just a bit of color. For example, an eyeshadow brush.
Because in addition to great products, experience, and creative techniques, ideally, you also have a few tool specialists on hand to create attractive looks to suit a wide variety of moods and moments. Good and the right tools are always a game changer – this applies to craftspeople as well as makeup enthusiasts. From subtle everyday looks to club styles to professional stage looks: You won't fully realize the potential of eye makeup without one or more eyeshadow brushes.
The best eyeshadow brush: short, narrow, soft
So it's only logical that UND GRETEL has developed a sustainably produced, vegan Eye Contouring Brush specifically for the eye area. A brush for cream and powder eyeshadows, it shapes and contours with color. The narrow head of this short eyeshadow brush perfectly applies pigments to every conceivable texture, transforming neutral products into exciting looks. If you frequently change textures and also want to apply cream eyeshadow, you should either wash your eyeshadow brushes more often or have several good eyeshadow brushes on your vanity.
The best eyeshadow brush for particularly precise work requires a flatter, tapered tip and a firmer, denser bristle than the Eye Blender Brush. This "sister" brush is designed more for blending different eyeshadow colors and types. However, the bristles of the UND GRETEL Eye Shadow Brush are soft enough to also achieve smooth blending. With this combination of precision and softness, it's an indispensable tool for anyone who wants to take their eye makeup to the next level.
Looks, Looks, Looks: A Guide
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The natural look: For everyday wear or a casual date with friends, a natural look is the perfect choice. Start with a neutral eyeshadow color that closely matches your skin tone. Apply it with an eyeshadow brush to the entire eyelid, right below the crease. A slightly darker shade then accentuates the outer corner of the eye, creating a subtle play of shadows. A dash of WINT mascara and a delicate eyeliner from the LUK range complete this fresh, natural look, visibly yet subtly brightening the eyes.
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The Dramatic Look: Smokey eyes are a timeless classic for events characterized by glamour and elegance. For this look, use the eye makeup brush to apply a dark color like IMBE BARK along the upper and lower lash line. LUK in Magic Grey adds depth and a smoky shimmer along roughly the same line. Using the eyeshadow brush, gently blend both colors to make the outer corners of the eyes appear wider and darker. A light, lighter shade of eyeshadow is applied with the eyeshadow brush from the inner eyelid to the center, extending to the immobile eyelid, and blended towards the temple. This should create beautiful transitions without any color boundaries. Depending on your taste and preference, and to make the smoky look last longer, you can intensify the look with a bold line of kohl or liquid eyeliner and two to three coats of WINT mascara. A look that is sure to turn heads.
- Cat eyes: For a seductive look with a touch of vintage charm, cat eyes are the perfect choice. A neutral eyeshadow base is applied over the entire lid with an eyeshadow brush. A noticeably darker shade then accentuates the outer corner of the eye by drawing a soft wing line. Precise liquid eyeliner and generous amounts of mascara complete the look and conjure up a seductive gaze.
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The graphic look: Those who love experimenting with colors and shapes are the ideal candidate for bolder graphic looks. To do this, first apply a neutral color to a well-primed upper eyelid using an eyeshadow brush. To create geometric shapes and lines, bold colors and various eyeshadow brushes are used. A touch of WINT mascara and bold eyeliner (including under the eyes) add artistic accents. Such looks thrive not only on technique but also on more striking color combinations. For example, instead of classic black eyeliner, highly pigmented metallic colors like TINCTE COPPER can conjure up striking effects. A tip: Such makeup variations are always part of an outfit. Accordingly, individualistic or striking clothing can and should be worn with it. The graphic look is a bold and creative style suitable for artistic photoshoots, fashion shows, gallery openings, and club nights.
And no matter the look, one of the main tasks of the Eye Contouring Brush is always the classic emphasis and definition of the eyelid crease. This step adds more shadow play to the makeup and adds depth to the eyes. This trick also has a rejuvenating effect on droopy eyelids.
Fundamentally, all eye makeup is a creative form of self-expression that can be showcased in a variety of styles and techniques. With the right tools, like an eye makeup brush, you can artfully accentuate your eyes and express your individual personality more fully. Whether you opt for a natural everyday look or a dramatic look for special occasions, eyeshadow brushes support every creativity and invite you to experiment. After all, there are plenty of styles out there—you just have to find the look that best suits you. And don't forget the eyeshadow brushes!