Formal eye make-up to last all night

We are a couple of weeks into spring, and the days are getting longer and the nights warmer. But this doesn’t just mean you can get away with bare legs on a Saturday night without looking like you’ve lost your way, it also means that formal season is just around the corner.

Ladies, it’s time to start thinking about your date, your dress, your shoes and most importantly, your make-up!

We guarantee that of all the things you have to worry about on the night – will your date turn up? Is your dress formal enough? Do your shoes match? – your make-up won’t be one of them. We guarantee you a night of flawless make-up, no re-touching necessary.

#1 A good base

Start your look off right with a good base. Apply Revlon Photoready Eye Primer + Brightener to the lids of your eyes. It not only acts as a primer to ensure eyeshadows and concealers stay-put, but also contains photochromatic pigments that reflect and diffuse light, to brighten the eyes. Which means that you can stay out way past your curfew, and nobody will know.

#2 Layer it up

Layer Maybelline EyeStudio Color Tattoo Eye Shadow on top of your primer for colour that lasts all night. The shadow mimics the intensity of a tattoo, and delivers 24 hours of water and crease-resistant colour. The best part is that it’s available in a range of colours – from bronze to bright blue – so you can match or clash your shadow (depending on how brave you are!) with any dress.

#3 Define those eyes

bh member’s love Bobbi Brown Longwear Gel Eyeliner. We guarantee this liner will last the distance. The gel-based formula comes in a pot, which means it’s super easy to apply. Use a sharp-angled brush (we recommend MAC 263 Small Angle Brush) along your lash line to define your eyes.

#4 Add a little drama

It’s your formal so you need to draw attention to your eyes. Add a little drama with the Ardell Lash Starter Kit #105. The kit contains a pair of long, glamorous lashes, adhesive and an easy-to-use applicator - everything you need to complete your look.

Have you ever used any of the above products? Do you have any other products or tips to ensure your make-up lasts all night?

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50 Member Comments

Linda_Vesinger 10 Sep 2016 2:50 PM

I always use my NYX primer before any eyeshadow - mind you the Maybelline colour Tattoo's are the one eyeshadow that definitely doesn't need a primer, that stuff stays on like glue

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emilycoe 12 Nov 2015 4:51 PM

These are great tips, I'll definitely be bookmarking this article and coming back to it when I have an event coming up. It's really useful and I love how you have gone through each of the products and explained them. I'm a big fan of fake eyelashes!

MaiMai06 (not verified) 12 Dec 2014 4:46 AM

great article

Alice smile 9 Dec 2014 5:40 PM

I always use eyeshadow primer no matter the occasion :)

Angela1712 17 Nov 2014 2:31 AM

Ah I love this! Makes me so excited for my formal in a few days. Love the tips, thanks!

Petal 7 Oct 2014 7:06 PM

I'm now at the age where an eye primer is essential for longevity for most eyeshadows.

Elefante 23 Sep 2014 3:37 AM

I love false lashes, they make all the difference!

Shop A Everyday 21 Sep 2014 6:42 AM

Primer helps my makeup last all night

Lily Mei 19 Sep 2014 4:27 AM

Great tips and the products mentioned sound great. I've yet to use an eye primer. Would like to see how much of a difference this makes.

Mellyjane 19 Sep 2014 3:53 AM

Primer, primer, primer! Also Estee Lauder's Double Wear foundation is a must. Plus a good rosy slip stain.

Mariek 19 Sep 2014 1:29 AM

I've only used false eye lashes once and they were ok to wear, love the whole write up great advice

bmill229 18 Sep 2014 10:04 AM

Great Tips.

Miss_Lee 18 Sep 2014 9:48 AM

An eye primer makes a huge difference

Evanescencessy 18 Sep 2014 8:34 AM

I've only tried the Maybelline Color Tattoo eye shadows which I really like. I'd love to try some false lashes but at the same time am a little hesitant to apply them myself as I'm scared I'll make a mess or wreck my lashes.

Growing old 18 Sep 2014 7:42 AM

Great tips! I use the colour tattoo eyeshadows they last so well and blend easily. Formals werent around in my youth, they would be an exciting night!! To any beauties going to their formal, enjoy :)

ModernSnowWhite 18 Sep 2014 6:45 AM

An eye primer is a must! But I'm not a fan of fake eyelashes. I have long eyelashes anyway, so mascara is all I use.

Anitas Artistry 18 Sep 2014 3:50 AM

well, I'm far old for a formal, but these are great tips for a night out.

clearcrystalwater 18 Sep 2014 3:27 AM

The Maybelline Tattoo eyeshadow works great!

Tee631 18 Sep 2014 2:36 AM

hah we all need this, not just formal!

Jessica712 18 Sep 2014 2:22 AM

Great tips and the Maybelline Color tattos are awesome. Also really liked the Ardell lashes I last used.

cocograce 18 Sep 2014 1:48 AM

too bad i've had both formals this year already but great tips for any special event :)

Jenniqua 18 Sep 2014 1:45 AM

Great tips for all the young girls getting ready for this time of year.

Platinum Ms 17 Sep 2014 10:58 PM

A good base or primer is a definite, I like the sound of the Eye tattoo's interesting.

Pinkswoon 17 Sep 2014 9:49 PM

a good base is essential for even everyday make up. I found good base make your make up stay put longer and don't stray away. When it is an occasion to flaunt your make up look, fake eyelashes do make good statement!

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