How to wear glitter eyes for a party makeup look

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.
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No parties at this stage
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oh so very pretty
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I would love try this.
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Love the look, but worry about it getting in my eyes...
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I would love to try this look, just need somewhere to go to use it
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I'm not a big fan of OTT glitter, it tends to settle into the lines around my eyes haha!
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Not for me. I'll wear glitter nails - feet and hands but nowhere near the eyes
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Definitely not a look for me. I’m worried the bits of glitter would get in my eyes. Ouch!
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I would constantly worry about the glitter getting into my eyes.
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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!
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Very nice ... I must try
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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
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I think I would look ridiculous wearing glitter.
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So pretty!!! Love this!!!
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I'm not keen on really obvious glitter, just a bit of shimmer is enough for me.
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I love glitter on other people - just not on me.
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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
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I love this! They are both beautiful but the Extra is stunning for a party or night time!
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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
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Extra all the way!
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Couldn't think of glitter eye makeup with my super sensitive eyes.
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got to love a little bit of glitter over the new year
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Beautiful! Love the look of glitter eyeliner
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