How to Use Your Eyeshadow as an Eyeliner

Eyeliners are the ultimate tools of definition in the realm of makeup. When done correctly, they can immediately bring out the natural beauty of your eyes. Another eye makeup holy grail is eyeshadows. These palettes of pure magic give your eyes that extra pop of color that would complete your whole makeup look. But you know what’s the fun part about eyeshadows? They are versatile enough to be used as eyeliners too! 

Eyeshadows VS Eyeliners

People use eyeliners to outline the natural shape of their eyes, and eyeshadows are pigmented colors that add depth and drama to the eyelid area. Eyeliners are made in liquid, gel, and cream formulations. On the other hand, Eyeshadows are primarily made as powders but are also available as creams and liquids. 

How to Turn Your Eyeshadows into Eyeliners

While black and brown eyeliners are the most commonly used liners, there are also pretty and vibrant colored eyeliners in the makeup market. But when you don’t have colored liners handy, you can turn your eyeshadows into eyeliners.

• Prep with Primer

Never forget to prep your eyelids with eyeshadow primers like PAC Eyeshadow Primer for a seamless and long-lasting eyeshadow application.

• Apply Concealers

After priming the eyelids, add a bit of concealer and blend it softly all over them, so that you the best pigment finish from your eye makeup products.

• Use an Angled Brush

The magic wand for the eyeshadow-turned-eyeliner application is an angled brush. The slanted design of the angled brush, unlike other eye makeup brushes, lets you create precise, clear, and elegant eye looks. 

• Select an Eyeshadow Color

Select your desired eyeshadow color, such as neutral-toned browns, black or grey. If you want to opt for a unique and eye-catching (pun-intended) look, go for bright and lively colors such as reds, blues, or greens. You can also use shimmer and glitter eyeshadows for added glam.

• Use a Mixing Medium

This step is where you go all pro and things get interesting. Shimmer and glitter eyeshadows fade comparatively quickly than matte eyeshadows, hence a mixing medium such as PAC Dual-Fold Liquid Gel will work as binders. Dip your angled brush in the mixing medium, followed by swiping the brush in your chosen color. 

• How to Apply

While applying the eyeshadow as eyeliner, angle the brush’s upper tip against your lash line. Start from the inner corner of your eyes and swipe the brush along your upper lash line. Go on applying until you reach your desired color and consistency. You can even add a touch of eyeshadow to amplify the finish. Let it dry. Finally, set it with a setting spray. 

 

Voila! You have successfully turned your pretty eyeshadows into unique eyeliners. This hack would help you experiment with your eye looks and unlock the treasure trove of eye makeup looks. So open up your palettes, grab your brushes, and go swipe-happy for quirky eyeshadow-turned-eyeliners!