How to Create a Stunning Eyeshadow Makeup with Only Mascara?

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If you think mascara is only for lash makeup, think again! Your faithful mascara wand contains the potential to create a full eye look if you know the right tricks and techniques. So, if you are a ‘team minimalist’ or a makeup enthusiast who loves to try various hacks – this guide is for you. We are here to help you create a complete eye makeup look using just one product – mascara!.

Why This Works: Mascara Magic Revealed

Mascara is inherently capable of lengthening, volumizing, and curling your beautiful eyelashes. However, its creamy, pigmented texture allows it to blend easily, much like your go-to cream eyeshadow makeup product. From smokey to minimalist and chic, mascara gives you endless opportunities to create glam eye makeup even if you are running late or only have this one-wand wonder with you in your travel makeup pouch.

Mascara Makeup Kit

Apart from mascara, you will need the following tools for that perfect glam eye look:

Your Go-To Mascara

Choose washable mascara as these formulas blend easily on the eyelid.

Eyeshadow Brushes

Keep a flat shader brush handy for overall application and a fluffy blending brush for smooth transitions.

*Clean-Up Crew

Befriend Q-tips and micellar water to clean up smudges and mascara catastrophes.

Step-by-Step Guide on Mascara Makeup Look

Step 1: Prep & Prime

A smooth eye makeup base is the key to a clean and stunning eye makeup look. Apply eyeshadow primer on eyelids. You can choose to apply foundation or conceal for a perfect base.

Step 2: Product Power

Dab a small amount of mascara to the back of your hand or a mixing palette. Apply mascara from there.

Step 3: Shadow Play

Apply the mascara all over your eyelid using a flat eyeshadow brush, starting from the upper lash line and blending towards the crease. Add more mascara on the outer corner for a diffused effect. You can create a bold liner smudged look or smokey eyes as per your preference.

Step 4: Definition Time
For a defined crease, take a small brush, dip it into the mixing palette where you have mascara, and apply it to define your crease. You can choose to line your top lash line as you would with eyeliner.

Step 5: Lash Out

Elevate your lash game with mighty coats of mascara and complete your eye look.

Pro Tips for Mascara Mastery

Speed is Key

Mascara tends to dry quickly hence you have to work blend fast.

Color Pop

Currently, there are various colored mascaras available in the market. So, you can also try bold
mascara shades to create unique eyeshadow looks.

Lock It In

For extra longevity, set your mascara eyeshadow with a translucent powder. Believe in the multi-tasking ability of mascara and create stunning eyeshadow looks even if you don’t have an eyeshadow palette with you! So, what are you waiting for? Get ready to elevate your makeup routine with just one product – your favorite mascara and unleash your inner makeup artistry!