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    How to wear glitter eyes for a party makeup look

    20 Dec 2017 4:00 PM | Posted by
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    It’s party season, so glitter is officially in! Personally, I’m a BIG fan of glitter eyes for a party makeup look. It’s not as messy as glitter lips (read: it won’t end up in your champagne) and depending on which eyeshadow you use, you can choose to go for a subtle, sophisticated look or full-blown glamour.

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    Here’s how to get a festive glitter eye makeup look, two ways.

    The subtle look

    For a simple glitter eye that isn’t overly obvious at first glance, try using a glitter eyeliner instead of eyeshadow. You might think that a glitter eyeliner would be more extreme than the shadow option, but a single winged line along your bare top lid is subtle and chic. I like the Urban Decay Heavy Metal Glitter Eyeliner in Grind, which leaves a hint of pink liner on your eyelid. This look is subtle, but false eyelashes will take it to the next level, without looking too over the top. Try a natural-look false lash like the Glam by Manicare 52. Emily Mink Effect Lashes.

    The Extra look

    If you’re after something that people will definitely notice, you need a glitter cream eyeshadow. The trick with glitter eyeshadow is to keep the rest of the look simple - don’t complicate things by adding highlighter to your inner corners or building up a darker shade in your crease. Stick to one colour and add a slick of liquid eyeliner, that’s it. The Stila Glitter & Glow Liquid Eye Shadow in Kitten Karma is universally flattering and won’t budge once it’s applied. Then, apply a liquid eyeliner like Avon mark. Mega Effects Eye Liner. If you want your eyes to pop from a mile away, find a shimmery powder eyeshadow in a bright shade - hot pink or electric blue are my favourites - and use an eyeshadow brush like the Glam by Manicare Blending Crease Brush to press the shadow onto the centre of your eyelid.

    Would you wear a glitter eye makeup look? Which look is your favourite?

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    55 Member Comments

    Rose_P 16 Aug 2019 10:58 AM

    Definitely not a look for me. I’m worried the bits of glitter would get in my eyes. Ouch!

    S-P 14 Aug 2019 10:52 AM

    I would constantly worry about the glitter getting into my eyes.

    Amelia987 11 Nov 2018 5:38 PM

    I really like wearing glitter/shimmer on the bottom lash line too, whether that be a bit on the inner corner, or along the aegyo sal to give a more youthful look!

    yahyathegreek 10 Nov 2018 5:37 PM

    Very nice ... I must try

    Shop A Everyday 12 Feb 2018 1:06 AM

    I actually like this, I applied some glitter lotion to my arms the other day and hated it, but a little on my eyes sounds lovely

    Hayley644 11 Feb 2018 8:36 AM

    I think I would look ridiculous wearing glitter.

    sootyblack_14 10 Feb 2018 11:47 AM

    So pretty!!! Love this!!!

    lena25 9 Feb 2018 6:14 PM

    Glitter for life!

    Sally10 9 Feb 2018 5:22 PM

    I'm not keen on really obvious glitter, just a bit of shimmer is enough for me.

    onlyoni 9 Feb 2018 4:26 PM

    I love glitter on other people - just not on me.

    Yohanna 9 Feb 2018 2:45 PM

    Love glitter eyes and the way you do them (or anything really, you are so good with the makeup!), I could pull off the subtle look

    jillian.ah 9 Feb 2018 1:33 PM

    I love this! They are both beautiful but the Extra is stunning for a party or night time!

    Chrystalage 9 Feb 2018 12:04 PM

    Couldn't do justice to this look anymore and need to be careful with my super sensitive eyes. After a while makeup starts to slide down or off my face

    joannachiem 10 Jan 2018 9:07 PM

    Extra all the way!

    Trish_D 5 Jan 2018 2:25 PM

    Couldn't think of glitter eye makeup with my super sensitive eyes.

    Simone 4 Jan 2018 4:58 PM

    got to love a little bit of glitter over the new year

    TheDevineOne 4 Jan 2018 5:35 AM

    Beautiful! Love the look of glitter eyeliner

    clearcrystalwater 3 Jan 2018 6:46 PM

    I love it! I wish I could wear it so that it showed properly!

    Elunia 31 Dec 2017 11:15 PM

    I do love a glitter eyeshadow and both of these looks are subtle to me.

    misfortune8 31 Dec 2017 12:22 AM

    I'm past glitter eyeshadow. I imagine it would be uncomfortable for a night out, not to mention fall out.

    Shop A Everyday 30 Dec 2017 11:43 PM

    Very pretty for a night time look

    Jessica712 29 Dec 2017 5:48 PM

    I like the subtle glitter eyeliner look.

    Beautybabe140194 25 Dec 2017 5:19 PM

    I love glitter for a party makeup look. My current favourite glitter is by LA Splash.

    Hayley644 25 Dec 2017 7:12 AM

    I couldn't pull this off it would look ridiculous on me.

    skincare junkie 23 Dec 2017 10:03 PM

    I don't wear much glitter but for a party it is okay. I use a glitter glue but the glitter would still end up everywhere.

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