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The Egyptian eye is abundant
throughout Ancient Egyptian Art. The dark outlined eye resembles
the eye makeup they would have used. While pharaohs and
architecture have changed, the eye has remained all the same, as an icon throughout Egypt. Traces of malachite have been found in prehistoric
palettes. Malachite was the material used to decorate the
eyes of many for the centuries following. |
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There are many different types
of eye makeup; eye shadow, eyeliner, and mascara. Eye shadow is a
cosmetic available in many different colors to be applied to the eyelid
for enhancement. Eyeliner is used to emphasize the shape of the
eye using a pencil or brush. Mascara is used to darken and thicken
the eyelashes. Another type of makeup is eyebrow shadow. |
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For eye makeup to be applied,
one must have the right tools. First there is an eye shadow brush.
The eyeliner usually comes in the form of a pencil, and occasionally
needs a sharpener. Mascara comes with a brush. Different
brushes can make different shapes of the eyelash. Other tools
include eyebrow tweezers and sealers. |
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How to apply eye makeup |
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- First you must apply eyebrow shadow. Make sure to use
powdered eyebrow shadow instead of a pencil which can look unnatural.
- Choose 3 colors of eye shadow (light, medium, and dark) Use
the darker color for the upper part of the eye in a thin line.
Use the medium for the crease, and the light for just under the
eyebrow.
- Now its time for the eye liner. Line the lower lid, just
below the lashes, and be sure to only go 2/3 of the way. Line
all across the upper lid, staying as close above the eyelashes as
possible.
- Lastly you must apply the mascara. Apply the mascara to
upper and sometimes the lower eyelashes, if you want a darker look. Only
apply a light coat, so that there is no clumping. If you have
a light complexion, stick with browns. Otherwise, you can use black.
For fun, you can apply navy or plum, but do not put too much on.
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Tips |
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- To make eye shadow look fresh, put a small dab of neutral colored
liquid, and cover it with powder eye shadow. Make sure there's
not a lot of liquid so there are no clumps. If you wish to have a
more liquid look, reverse the steps.
- While some people only look good in some colors, violet looks good
on anyone.
- If you use cream colored eye shadow, less is better
- If you want to avoid a metal looking style, choose a curling
formulas mascara
- Two coats of mascara really makes a difference in your lashes.
When applying two, one must let the first coat dry before applying the
second
- A little eyeliner goes a long way, so be careful on how much you
apply. If you want a dramatic look, thicker and darker is best.
For a subtle look, lighter application is best.
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Image taken by Sky, August 2006
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Image taken by Sky, August 2006
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Article written by Kailani, and Edited by The Trade Federation Information Team |
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Sources |
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http://egyptmonth.com/mag07012001/mag4.htm
http://www.ehow.com/how_11271_apply-makeup-10.html
http://www.ehow.com/how_159_apply-eye-shadow.html
http://www.free-beauty-tips.com/makeuptips.html
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