On the eyelids, apply the shadow on a non-oily base with a brush or sponge applicator. Depending on the shape of the eye, apply lighter and darker shades to structure and even out the eyelid. For effects using two or three shades, apply the palest shade first, then the intermediate shade and finally the darkest one, before blending the colors with each other. Dust a very pale matte or shimmering eyeshadow over the eyelid first to achieve a long-lasting look which captures the light.