How to do halo eye makeup

Bold and dramatic are two words that describe halo eye makeup perfectly. Quite commonly known as “spotlight eyes”, halo eye makeup helps to make your eyes look bigger and rounder. If you are a beginner in the world of makeup, you may be a bit intimidated by halo eye makeup, as it looks a bit complicated. However, in reality, it is not so. The technique is simple and can be done within a few minutes. Here we would provide you with a step-by-step guide about how to do halo eye makeup look.

Tools You Need

• An eyeshadow palette
• A primer or concealer
• Eyebrow pencil
• Eyebrow brushes (thick, thin, and flat)
• Mascara
• False eyelashes (optional)
• Gel eyeliner and/or kohl (optional)

Halo Eye Makeup Guide

Define Your Eyebrows: Your eyebrow makeup would look good only if your eyebrows are done well. Hence, it is important to thread your eyebrows to give them proper shape and definition. You can also use an eyebrow pencil to fill up your brows to give them a thicker appearance. NY Bae Brow-klyn Bridge Eye Brow Pencil would be a good choice here.

Prime Your Eyes: Just like any other makeup, it is important to prime your eyes. In this case, you have to apply a primer to your entire eyelid as well as the crease. A primer helps to even out the skin tone. It is also important to ensure that your eye makeup lasts for a long time. Swiss Beauty Real Makeup Base Highlighting Primer is a premium option for priming your eyelashes. In case you do not have a primer, you can use one of the shades from the Purplle Concealer Palette and dust it with Stay Quirky Translucent Powder to let it settle.

Begin with the Transition Shade: Once your primer dries, it is time to move to the next stage. The transition shade is the first shade that you have to apply for the halo eye makeup look. The transitional shade should be a neutral color. You have to apply this light colored eyeshadow on the crease. Use a large blending brush as you have to cover a larger area. Makeup Revolution Forever Flawless Allure would be a good eyeshadow option for halo eye makeup.

Choose Darker Shades: The next step is to choose a light to medium shade and apply it on the inner and outer corners of your eyes. Follow this by using a darker shade in the same areas. Use a thinner brush so that the eyeshadow does not spread into the center part of the eyelids. However, it is important to blend the shades well to soften the edges. Investing in Swiss Beauty Professional Face & Eye Brush Set would cover all your halo eye makeup needs.

Focus on the Center Part: The center eyelid is the heart and soul of the halo eye makeup. As both corners of the eyes have a dark shade, you must use a light but bright color in the center of the eyelid. You can use a lighter shade of the color you have used in the corners, or you can also choose a color as per the outfit or accessories you are wearing. A white eyeshadow would also look good. You can use a flat brush or your finger pad to apply the eyeshadow in the center. Adding a shimmery eyeshadow like NY Bae Blinkin’ Eyeshadow Pearl Shimmer would give your eyes that extra pop.

Makeup for Your Lower Eyelids: Halo eye makeup is not just for the upper lids. On the other hand, you have to repeat the entire process on the lower eyelids as well. Use the same dark eyeshadow in the corners and the same light eyeshadow in the center. 

Conclude Your Eye Makeup: You can conclude your eye makeup in several ways. You can use Ronzille Metallic Glitter Eyeliner or Purplle Kajal on your upper and inner eyelids to enhance the dramatic effect. However, if you want to keep the eye makeup light, you can skip this part. You can also add Bronson Professional 3D Eyelashes M72, or you can complete the makeup by adding a dash of Purplle Through Thick and Thin Voluminizing Mascara.

Tips to Remember while Doing Halo Eye Makeup

• Never skip the primer before starting your eye makeup to ensure that your eye makeup lasts for a long time.
• A shimmery primer would make your eyes look larger and rounder right from the beginning.
•  Use thicker brushes for larger areas and thinner or flat brushes for applying eye makeup on smaller areas.
• If you want to have a different halo eye makeup, smokey eyes would be a good idea. To achieve this look, use black eyeshadow on the inner and outer corners of your eyes. Do not skip the eyeliner or kohl in this case.
• Do not forget to blend the shades to have a seamless eye makeup look.
• Always pair your halo eye makeup look with a light or neutral colored lipstick. Avoid dark hues as this can make your face look garish or overdone. RENEE See Me Shine Lip Gloss would work well in this case.

The best thing about halo eye makeup is that it can be done as day makeup as well as night makeup. Depending on the colors you choose, you can rock a bright halo eye makeup at a wedding, a cocktail party, a romantic date, and even a corporate event.