How to Do Black Eye Movie Make Up
It is hard to find an action movie without a black eye. From Brad Pitt in “Fight Club” to Leonardo DiCaprio in “The Departed,” action stars use a bit of movie magic to help their fights look realistic. The art of black eye movie makeup can be replicated, although the extent of the shiner can make the application exponentially difficult.
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Things You'll Need
- Base foundation
- Purple mousse eyeshadow
- Blue mousse eyeshadow
- Gray eyeshadow
- Blush
- Black eyeliner
- Applicator brushes
- Soap
- Towel
Instructions
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Applying the Base Makeup
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Ask the subject to wash his face and dry it with a towel.
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Apply the base foundation around the eye extending to the cheekbone.
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Apply the brush just underneath the bottom of the eyelid down to the cheekbone.
Coloring the Black Eye
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Brush on a light layer of gray eyeshadow, extending from the eyebrow down to the top of the eye, and underneath the eye socket, stopping at the cheekbone.
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Apply the purple mousse eyeshadow heavily around the top of the eyelid and below the eye socket.
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Dab on the blue mousse eyeshadow sparsely to add shadowing where the eyelid creases and around the brim of the eye socket.
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Trace to enhance the pocket under the eye and the eye socket, using the pencil and eyeliner.
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Do any touchups with purple as necessary.
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Tips & Warnings
Black eyes are rarely, if ever, black. They are actually a blend of purple and blue from the burst vessels. As such, perfecting the exact color for each individual takes finessing. It is always better to start with too little than too much.
Working around the eyes can be sensitive, and makeup in the eye can sting and cause reddening. Proceed and apply cautiously to avoid any temporary eye damage. Makeup products should not be shared between individuals to avoid eye infections.
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