Every woman wants to always look perfect, including paying close attention to her eyes, lips and hands. Performing eye makeup, you can adjust their shape and disguise minor flaws.
Classic shooters appeared in the 50s, emphasizing the depth of the view and giving the eyes playfulness. Much time has passed since then, however, the arrows turned out to be a universal means of adjusting the shape of the eyes and gained popularity among modern women.
Options of execution of arrows and their choice for various types of eyes
Performing the arrows yourself, it should be understood that the first time they may turn out to be completely imperfect. However, a couple of workouts - and straight arrows will become the hallmark of their owner. So, we should talk about the types of arrows and their application in practice, depending on the shape of the eye:
| Eye shape | · Almond shape of the eye is considered almost perfect and will be able to withstand any variations of the arrows; · Close-set eyes must be expanded visually, and for this you should start leading the arrow from the middle of the eye (orientation is the pupil), slightly expanding it to the outer corner of the eye or slightly overestimating; · Wide-set eyes suggest starting the line right at the inner corner and passing it up to the outer corner of the eye; · Round eyes must be outlined completely solid outline of a soft pencil on the upper and lower eyelids; from the middle of the eye, the arrow should be gradually expanded, and the tip should be lifted upwards and then shaded borders; · The arrow for the convex shape should start from the inner corner, gradually expanding and sharply going down to the tip, without extension and sharpening; · Small eyes can be easily enlarged with a light liner, drawing a line only on the upper eyelid and extending the tip of the arc; lower eyelid can be emphasized with white kayal; · Narrow eyes or an oriental type are formed by a thin arrow slightly going beyond the borders of the corner of the eye; · The hanging eyelid and the lowered corners of eyes assume exclusively thin drawing, slightly receding from an internal corner of an eye. |
| Types of arrows | · Thin arrows are irreplaceable in daily daytime make-up; · Wing arrows visually “open” the view; · Volume arrows are appropriate for evening receptions; · Arrows in the Egyptian style - only the evening version, which is out of place in the daytime; · Double arrows are usually performed in black color, combining it with a bright contrast color; · Smokey style arrows are very relevant in the new season, but only at evening events. |
Thus, it is clear that the arrows can be performed in different colors and different techniques using eyeliner, liner and pencil.
Simple ways to quickly apply arrows at home
How to learn to draw arrows in the eyes? When starting to conquer a new type of eye makeup, one should adhere to the mandatory rules, otherwise there is a risk to get asymmetrically located arrows. So, consider a small scheme of perfect color application to the eyelid:
- Apply loose eyelid powder or concealer.
- Visually draw a line from the outer corner of the eye to the tip of the eyebrow, and, focusing on it, draw the tail line.
- Then select the starting point of the arrow: the inner corner or the middle of the eye and put a small dash in color.
- The next step involves the smooth and slow application of the liner line, in which the starting point and the tail are connected.
So the usual thin arrow with the tail raised upward is drawn. If the arrow is volumetric, then the contour of the desired volume is applied first with the same method, and then the inner space of the arrow is painted over.
In addition, you should consider some of the nuances of the correct application of the contour:
- the arrow should be located close to the lash line, without creating inaccurate "gaps";
- the eyelid should be half open to control the smooth line drawing process;
- failing only the lower eyelid, there is a risk to get a comical expression.
Technique drawing correct lines cosmetic pencil
How to draw arrows in front of a pencil?
Due to the fact that the pencil is softer than other means of applying eyeliner, and also easy to shake and easier to erase with shortcomings, many girls designate him as a favorite of the everyday look.
But even with this make-up there are advantages and disadvantages that you need to know:
- the line must be continuous, because irregularities will be more difficult to fix than by working with a brush and liner;
- for starters, you can draw a line from the middle of the century to the edge of the eye, and then, if necessary, add a thin line to the outer corner of the eye;
- it is difficult to draw a long and voluminous tail with a pencil, so it is suitable only if the line ends with a short line;
- the color of the line will become brighter if after the first thin line once again draw a repeated contour from above;
- a pencil with a firmer texture is well suited for applying thin lines and will stand firmly throughout the day;
- soft pencil will make the arrow more volume, and the color is richer, but the persistence of drawing is short-lived.
So, thin lines made in pencil are more likely to be suitable for discreet daytime make-up, and for more professional and sophisticated forms of arrows, it would be best to use eyeliner.
We draw arrows on the eyes with a liquid eyeliner in stages
If the arrows in the pencil have long been mastered, it is time to start conquering the liner, because the application techniques are almost identical. Once again let's talk about how to draw the arrows yourself, but now with the help of a liquid eyeliner:
- Carefully look at your reflection in the mirror, determine the shape of your eyes and mentally mark the thickness of the arrow and the length of the tail.
- Cover the eyelid and place a small dot from which the arc line will begin.
- It is necessary to draw a line as close as possible to the eyelashes, so carefully draw a line from the intended point to the middle of the eye and look at the result: the line should be smooth and thin.
- If everything worked out correctly, without lifting your hand, draw a line to the corner of your eye.
- You can add to the resulting line a spectacular tail, marking a small line from the edge of the eye, visually striving upwards to the tip of the eyebrow.
- Next, you need to connect the main line and traced tail, paint over the distance between them.
The initial "training" drawing a clear arrow may not work, but do not despair. The main thing is to ensure that the arm is hard, otherwise the line will not be smooth.
Application of dry liner
And how to draw beautiful arrows on the eyes with a dry liner? Do not be afraid of the name, because dry liner is as easy to apply as liquid. To use it, you will definitely need tools for visage - an applicator or a small brush. In order to properly apply it, you should observe the following rules:
- do not wet the dry powder, otherwise it will be hopelessly spoiled; to hold the line, only brush should be wetted and gently dipped in a small amount of paint;
- in this embodiment, it is better to start from the middle of the eye, drawing a line to the tip, and then draw a corner of the eye and make a small tail.
Dry eyeliner is indispensable where you need to blend paint. For example, with arrows in the Smokey style, it will be universal: you can apply a thin line at the base of the eyelashes with a moistened brush, and add a basic brush to the eyelid with a dry brush.
Double arrows on the eyes - beautiful or funny?
At first glance, double arrows seem very complicated in execution, but technically the drawing of two lines is performed in the same way as the classic arrow. Consider the correct application technique for independent execution. How to draw double arrows on eyes:
- Initially, you should perform a graphical clear arrow on the upper eyelid with the main color, usually it is the black version (held with a solid pencil or liquid eyeliner).
- The line is drawn close to the growth of the eyelashes and begins with a thin arc, increasing towards the middle of the eye, and then again decreasing towards the tip.
- The tail of the arrow must be displayed outside the eye line and must be directed upwards.
- Next, you should decide where the second arrow will be located - on the upper or lower eyelids.
- Double arrow on the upper eyelid bude look very shocking. It is carried out from the inner corner to the outer corner, overlapping the first arrow or lying flat along its arc.
- The arrow on the lower eyelid is best done with a soft pencil. The application technique should mirror the work with the upper eyelid. Start to draw a line from the edge of the eye towards the middle, you can slightly shade to give the look of depth. The outer corner can only be drawn by owners of large eyes.
It should be understood that the use of double arrows in the day make-up is completely inappropriate, it is better to leave such a theatrical option to attend various events.
Makeup artists recommendations
Modern stylists and makeup artists advise to experiment in make-up, learn to play with color, not stopping only in monochrome black and gray shades. Makeup artists are advised to pay attention to the following nuances when doing makeup:
- day makeup well maintains blue, silvery, golden arrows, besides, they visually enlarge the eye;
- light eyeliner shades give the face a fresh look, hiding the age of the owner of arrows;
- the effect of the "wide-open" view is easy to achieve by applying the following trick: the upper eyelid is filled with a deep color (for example, green), and the lower eyelid is drawn with a color several tones lighter (light green);
- the classic black line reduces the eye, but if you want to make the line with these colors, you should draw a very thin line;
- deep-set eyes will help to visually bring the chocolate, coffee and gray shades of the liner to the ideal shape;
- high-quality arrow can increase the volume of eyelashes several times.
In addition to all of the above, it should be understood that not all types of arrows will be appropriate in their professional activities. It is best to leave the brightest options for special occasions.
Conclusion
Concluding the story about the art of performing shooters, you should once again dwell on the key points of working with this exact technique in makeup:
- Before drawing any lines, you should find out what shape the eye has and what technique of performance will be able to emphasize its natural beauty.
- Choose for yourself the ideal means of applying liner from the textures offered on the market: liquid, dry, gel-like, in pencil.
- Make makeup should be, dividing it into day and evening, so as not to pass for a lady with a lack of taste.
Be beautiful and irresistible!
And some more tips on drawing arrows on the eyes are in the next video.
