Makeup dilemmas, I hate my hooded eyes! Do you remember a while back when I did some filming with Look fabulous forever? My film was all about hooded eyes (I hate mine!) Impressed with how the makeup turned out Tricia, founder of the brand kindly sent me the eye makeup to try and share with you lovely lot.
There’s also a “how to” film for you to watch at the end of the post here and I will leave links at the bottom of the post for you.
Tools of the trade. All you need for eye makeup
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Eyelash Curlers
The eyelash curlers I already had from the brand. I’ve been using these a while now and find the best I have used. My eyelashes are very sparse and I need all the help I can get in this department! I tend to curl my eyelashes after one coat of mascara, gently lifting the curlers away. I feel I get a better curl this way.
Wedge shadow brush
This is the for applying shadow as eyeliner. This creates a smooth blended line rather than a sharp line with a pencil. I did ask Tricia why the brand doesn’t have eye pencils and this is the reason. this little brush does the job for you. It’s very precise. I found wetting the brush slightly and applying the eyeshadow as eyeliner easier for more precision, let it dry and then blend to soften the look.
Shadow blending brush
This is perfect for applying powder shadow all over and the perfect size and shape for shading into the eye sockets. I found the size of the brush just right to add the right amount into the socket.
Shadow and Lip brush
I wondered if I would use this for eye makeup but you will see in the video it did actually come in handy for more precise shading.
Eyebrow brush
Don’t we all need one of these? I have very unruly eyebrows! I also use a gel to set them into place too.
Two new products to try here, the brow shape is fantastic and I totally recommend.
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The Mascara
this mascara is filament free and applies a very fine application. Clump-free and designed to give a soft look. I need lots of this to build up the look I desire. I explained this in the very first makeup video I did. You can watch that here. I do prefer a heavier look though. This is available as regular or waterproof for preference.
Fabulous Eye Prime
I’m really impressed with this. I normally apply a light dab of foundation to my eyes before eye makeup but this is so much better. It keeps your eye makeup in place and you don’t get any creasing into one migrating line on your eyes. I really like it.
Fabulous Brow Shape
Another new product that gave great results. I’ve never used a brush to apply my brow shape and this fine little brush gives great precision and when brushed after gives a really good effect. A bit like a daily micro-blading if you like. Perfect even more so for women with sparse brows.
The Eyeshadows
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Eyeshade Cream
I always apply a light shade all over my eye and make it a little heavier on the eyelid. I find this gives a great brightening effect and makes the eyes “pop” Light on the eyelid adds definition bringing the lids out more. Try it!
The Look Fabulous Forever Eyeshades are all matt which can be a godsend to mature eyes. The pigment of these shadows is very good too.
Eyeshade Cappuccino
I didn’t use this one in the video. I would use this on the eyelid and up to the socket for a deeper evening look.
Eyeshade Taupe
I used this by applying with the shadow blending brush deep into the sockets. It’s a perfect shade to just add a little deepness and make those hooded eyes recede a little. You can see how I applied in the video how much of a difference this makes. I always use this mantra “Light to bring out and dark to recede”
Eyeshade Cocoa
This was applied as an eyeliner with the Wedge Shadow Brush. I think I’m converted! The brush applied a fine precise line and blended to give a real soft effect. I think harsh lines on my eyes at this age only accentuate age! I was impressed with how this stayed on too.
I also applied a fine line of this into the eye socket with the Shadow And Lip Brush. Then I blended again with the Blending Brush. The deeper the look you want to achieve just apply more and build up.
So that’s how I apply eye makeup to help those hoods disappear!
I hope you will take the time to watch the video and see in action how these products are applied.
Also here’s a link to other makeup dilemmas and how to solve them. I hope you find any solutions you may need here.
Do take a look at the Look Fabulous range of makeup. I also swear by the concealer. It gives really good coverage and also I use the Enduring Summer Bronze. Again this is a matt bronzer, so much better for mature skins.
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Xo Laurie
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Being someone who is totally rubbish at anything make up related this is a great post. 🙂
Thanks for linking to #pocolo
Great tip for the eyeshadow primer. I’ll have to try that! #POCOLO
Thank you for your informative discussion of an eye makeup technique many of us can use! I also love the colours you’ve chosen for the makeup – I’ve had this issue all of my life because my eyes are small and deepset, but at least I can see out of them…🧚🏻♀️❤️🙏Donna
Your makeup looks beautiful Laurie. I would love to try this brand 🙂 Thanks for hopping over in the holiday, I am just catching up. Have a lovely weekend.
Great video Laurie – the eye brow ‘threader’ does sound interesting – I could do with painting a few more in near the nose (over plucked there for decades!). You makeup always looks so flawless xx
Great video Laurie..I suffer also frm the dreaded hooded eyes
Goodness, my eye make-up now feels inadequate 😉 Thanks for sharing with #PoCoLo x
These products look fab! I wish I was good with make up! I’m absolutely useless!
Hello lovely 🙂 have you ever had a go with a Younique mascara? Mine has been an absolute lifesaver for my Asian sparse lashes xoxo
p/s I wish I had unruly brows, mine veer on the naked and bald GRIN
Another great video, Laurie! That brow shaper looks brilliant. Your eyes look fabulous. They’re clearly super products 🙂
Suzy xx
This is such a helpful article, Laurie! I’ve let my eye makeup routine get old, and you’ve inspired me to try some new things. Thanks for linking up, xo
-Patti
Oh the dreaded hooded eyes! I am with you Laurie all the way. Whatever you are doing it is working because I never notice your hooded eyes at all. I am off to watch the video and subscribe!Thanks for sharing. #TweensTeensBeyond
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Aw, Thanks so much Jo. I need all the subscribers I can get at the mo! xx
I’m in need of some new eye make up products. I love the look of those eye shadows. Thanks for sharing with #Blogstravaganza 🙂
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Thank you Jo. The eyeshadows are great for not adding a crapload of sparkle to your eyes. Good pigment too xx
Fab post, Laurie. I bought a wedge brush on the recommendation of a cousin but haven’t used it yet, you’ve reminded me to get experimenting with it. And love those shadow shades. I’m a huge fan of taupe shadow which is always in my make up bag. I became hooked on Max Factor’s Nouveau Beige cream shadow in the 60s. Then some time in the 70s they stopped making it. Don’t you hate when that happens?
Now must dash, I’m off to watch your latest vlog!
Hugs my sweet x.
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I’ve had the same problem with some of my regular beauty products Mary. It’s infuriating, especially when they work so well xx
Ah some fabulous tips! I can never do the flick as my eyes are weird!! Thanks for sharing with #bloggersbest
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Thank you Sarah xx
Thanks for sharing 🙂 x
Looks like great makeup Laurie, loved watching your video. BYou put your make up on beautifully.
Thanks for sharing at The Wednesday Blog Hop, hope your enjoying the sunshine 🙂
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Thank you Claire. I’m so glad you enjoyed it xx
Thank you so much for the informative video. You come over so natural – just like any “normal” woman so very authentic. Looking forward to more!
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Linda, thank you so much! I need this encouragement to carry on. A lot to learn yet xx
Loved getting your tips and I find your videos relaxing, I enjoy watching them. I love the sound of the eye primer and brow shape! xxx
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Thank you Maria. I’m really impressed with the brow shape actually. It applies really easy xx
i’m not sure if i have the time for this every morning but will save the tips and practice for the 2 weddings we have coming up soon #tweensteensbeyond
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Yes, handy for special occasions. I don’t wear my eyes like this every day, but it’s nice to know that the remedy works. xx
Thanks for the post Laurie, I like the sound of the makeup especially the primer. x Jacqui Mummabstylish
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I wouldn’t be without this primer now Jacqui. Thank you xx
Thanks for sharing this! I love the natural colors you used!
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Thank you so much Laura. Glad you watched and enjoyed xx
Oh I defenitely need some advice! Great video Laurie!
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Thank you Nancy. Glad you enjoyed xx
Superb advice Laurie, loving the Rave signature tune too!
xxx
I hate my hooded eyes too and mine didn’t come from age either. I had them in my twenties. I was told once by a make up expert, when i was in my 20s’, ‘if i was you I wouldn’t bother with eyeshadow.’ How deflating was that!
Thanks for the tips
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Mine have always been the same too! They just got worse! xx