Hi guys! Just to start off by saying I don’t wear makeup. I never did makeup myself, the only time I did was for school performances and things like that. Usually just eyeliner, mascara, blush, and lipstick for these. But I never put it on myself because I was always afraid of looking silly. I wanted to know if someone could please help me figure out what exactly the shape of my eyes is (photo attached). I REALLY hate this … They look constantly swollen because of my massive lids (the skin is really stretchy and droopy over my lids) and the bottom is all puffy and round. My suitcases are horrible. I’ve never used a concealer but think I might need one lol. I don’t know what shape my eyes are or what makeup would look good. Since I am a total beginner, please suggest that basic and everyday eye makeup seems to wear first – so eyeliner style mainly, but also eye shadow once I progress to that level lol. If there is a celebrity / YouTuber with a similar eye shape please let me know so I can check this out. Thank you very much! https://preview.redd.it/51v5xa34ukn61.jpg?width=775&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=6fa9651f1e16cce7702baa63684f07d4f0bc5eb5
I would say your eyes are protruding and downturned. Off the top of my head, I think they look similar to Nicole Richie’s eyes. Pinterest is great for inspiration. (If it were me I’d browse Nicole Richie makeup looks and go from there.) If you want to start wearing eye makeup, I’d go with neutral colors for now, until you feel more comfortable with your skills and enhancing your eye shape. Generally a lighter color or shimmer on the inner corners, deeper color in the crease is flattering on everyone. Because your eyes are already large and prominent, bright colors or defined eyeliner is going to stand out a lot more. Browns/taupes/peaches/natural metallics will blend in better to enhance your look.
I’m sorry you feel bad about your lids and under-eye “bags” or circles. Those are all normal eye features! From this picture, I think your eyes look beautiful. I have a totally opposite eye situation; mine are very hooded, so I’m jealous of all your lid space.
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