Emerald based smokey eye? Opinions?

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MaKenzie T.

Feb 16, 2014

MaKenzie T.

Hey guys! What do you think of my emerald based smokey eye...? I know it needs a bit more blending but opinions?

Shannon B.

Feb 16, 2014

Shannon B.

Love it :)

Jasmine H.

Feb 16, 2014

Jasmine H.

Its good!! Love it!! You could add a green/emerald liner to it? Liquid or pencil x

MaKenzie T.

Feb 16, 2014

MaKenzie T.

Thanks guys... oh and I forgot.

Products Used:
- BareMinerals Shadow in Velvet Emerald
- Femme Couture Shadow in Black Jewel
- BareMinerals Shadow in Real Deal
- Nyx Shadow in Pure Skin
- Elf Lid Primer
- Urban Decay Liner in Apathy
- Benefit They're Real Mascara

Ty R.

Feb 16, 2014

Ty R.

Pretty!

Vanessa W.

Feb 16, 2014

Vanessa W.

Wow looks really good! My only critique is that it can use a tiny bit of shimmer on the center of the lid, the inner corner and browbone to make the look a little more dimensional. Good job with the colour combo your eyes look fab!!

MaKenzie T.

Feb 16, 2014

MaKenzie T.

I don't think smokey eyes are supposed to have shimmer on the lid but thank you anyway, I appreciate it!:)

Caitriona H.

Feb 16, 2014

Caitriona H.

I really like it, I would literally just darken the lashline or make the transition colour slightly lighter just because it looks a bit too similar like you just took the colour way up and maybe not take it as far up. I love the colour though, very pretty.
I get what you mean Vanessa but I think thats a gradient eye not a smokey eye.. and god no shimmer on the browbone please, matt colours are so much more complimentary than a shimmery browbone.

MaKenzie T.

Feb 16, 2014

MaKenzie T.

Haha. Thanks Caitriona...I agree.

Lisa S.

Feb 16, 2014

Lisa S.

I kind of agree with Vanessa on the shimmer part, just kinda like this smokey eye I posted (its Urban Decay Heavy Metal liner, glitter). But I really do like the matte colors but I also agree with Caitriona too on no shimmer brow bone. But I think just a hint of sparkle would really make it pop even more. But I love the emerald because I usually just see the typical grey smokey eye.

MaKenzie T.

Feb 17, 2014

MaKenzie T.

I like it, the only problem is I wouldn't classify that as a smokey eye because it makes the lid look more light and reflective whereas it should be dark and most usually matte...Thanks though.

Cami F.

Feb 17, 2014

Cami F.

I like it, but I don't think you should drag the dark color that much into the inner corner. I'm not saying to add a highlight because that isn't a smokey eye, but you are not supposed to have the dark color coming in so far. I also think your lid color and crease color are about the same. I would lighten the crease color if I was you to make for a cleaner and more classic look. Don't forget a browbone highlight, that is in a smokey eye! And of course like you mentioned, blend a tad bit more. Looks super good though for what you have!! Here's a photo to help you see a bit more what it's supposed to look like.

MaKenzie T.

Feb 17, 2014

MaKenzie T.

Thanks for your opinion!:)

Kelsey W.

Feb 17, 2014

Kelsey W.

I like how it makes your eyes pop! :)

Cami F.

Feb 17, 2014

Cami F.

Makenzie could you link your Youtube channel? When I try to get it from your page it won't load and I'd love to see your videos!

MaKenzie T.

Feb 17, 2014

MaKenzie T.

Yeah of course. Here ya go!! Bear with me I'm still very new and stuff. Oh and I'm getting ready to upload some covers because singing is my life aside from makeup and stuff. lol.. http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT8LBRoGH4aKdc_b0LRyFbg
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Aurora S.

Feb 17, 2014

Aurora S.

Adding a highlight helps the shadow actually look "smokey" and makes it easier to blend and get that look. I would actually like to see it with a tad more of that emerald color in it but it looks good.

Mackenzi B.

Feb 17, 2014

Mackenzi B.

It looks great! My only suggestion would be to highlight your brow bone a little more just to give more definition.

Sarah R.

Feb 17, 2014

Sarah R.

Just a little bit (maybe in the corners?) of glitter. It would just brighten up the matte look & make it look a little brighter!

MaKenzie T.

Feb 17, 2014

MaKenzie T.

Thanks for the opinions guys. And thanks Miss Jackie that is great coming from you... I am still working on perfecting it but I mean it isn't easy. I give all you ladies out there that can successfully do a smokey eye, and do it with ease, major props. This is my third try on it, and I feel like I'm making progress, and it is nice to have support and such great suggestions and opinions...

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