How to Apply '60s Eye Makeup
Back in the '60s, eye makeup was nothing short of dramatic and bold. From applying eyeliner to mascara to false eyelashes, all efforts were made to make the eyes alluring. Nothing was spared when it came to eye makeup in the '60s, because the eyes were supposed to be the main attraction. Lipstick was either pale or non-existent so that the eyes would get all the attention. Lashes were big. Some were even painted on. If you’d like to know how to apply '60s eye make up, follow these simple steps. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Three eye-shadow brushes
- Translucent powder
- Blue, green or brown eye shadow
- Darker eye shadow (but not black)
- Off-white highlighter
- Eyelash curler or false eyelashes
- Black or dark brown eyeliner
- Lash-lengthening and -thickening mascara
Instructions
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Before applying anything else, brush a little translucent powder over your eyelids with one of the eye shadow brushes to lay down a base. Keep you eyes closed so you don't get any powder in them.
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Apply blue, green or brown eye shadow to your upper lids with another eye-shadow brush, stopping at the crease of the eyelid.
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Next, apply a line of darker eye shadow along the eyelid crease.
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Beneath the eyebrow, brush on highlighter with the last eye-shadow brush.
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Lightly rub your finger along crease line to blend the shadow. The crease line shouldn’t look too pronounced.
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Curl your top lashes with eyelash curler, or apply false eyelashes.
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Apply a line of black or dark brown eyeliner along the top lash line. Start with a thin line at the inner corner of the eye and gradually make the line thicker towards the center, then taper the line off at the end to create a tail. A long upward tail was a '60s fashion.
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You can apply a very thin line of eyeliner to the bottom lid if desired, connecting the bottom line to the top line at the outer corner of the eye to create a cat’s-eye look.
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Apply mascara to the top lashes to create thick, long lashes.
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Tips & Warnings
A cotton swab works just as well as a brush to blend eye shadow.
To prevent eye infections, eye makeup should be replaced every three months.
