Because now is the perfect time to sit inside and experiment with different makeup looks. I picture this look being suitable for a night out to dinner (when the smoke clears/the pandemic ends and we can actually go out…) I could also see this look as something that would look beautiful on clients seeking prom makeup, as it draws attention to the eyes and is a good mix of bronzed and dramatic yet not over-the-top. It is beginner-friendly and only requires one palette. This palette by Urban Decay was actually the first “high-end” makeup palette I owned (I received it as a birthday gift) and to this day I am impressed by the versatility of the shades and mix of warm and cool tones.

Here is the finished look:

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Closeup (looks like a low quality photo once I uploaded, sorry…I’ll work on it.)

For this look, I used the original Urban Decay “Naked” Palette.

To prime, I concealed and set my eyelids with Tarte Shape Tape and a translucent setting powder.

To begin, I packed the shade “Smog” on my eyelid using a small, dense brush.

Then, I swept a mix of “Darkhorse” and “Creep” on the outer area of my eye, blending into an angle towards the tail of my brows in a wing-shape.

Then, with a fluffy brush, I blended out any harsh edges with the shade, “Buck” and swept whatever was leftover on the brush under my eyes.

Now, for the liner and lashes.

I used the Stila “Stay All Day” black liner to create a wing, and used a brown felt tip liner for just the inner corner to extend the tear duct area. I then lined my lower waterline with a kohl liner by Milani (available at most drugstores). Lining the lower waterline may not be suitable for all eye shapes, and I advise that if one’s eyes are on the smaller side, or they prefer their eyes to look bigger with makeup, to avoid “closing off” the eye with black liner inside. My eyes are medium sized and I enjoy the dramatic effect of placing liner there, so I did so for this look. I applied the same highlighter that I do on my cheekbones onto the inner corners of the eyes for an added glow.

Lastly, I applied the Stila “Huge Extreme Lashes” mascara to top and bottom lashes. A tip is that if you want your eyes to look more cat-eye shaped and uplifted, sweep the lashes in an up and outward motion. You can always apply falsies if desired. I don’t prefer them unless it’s a special occasion.

For the skin, I kept the look light and fresh yet sculpted, (base makeup coming in a later tutorial). I then lined my lips with Charlotte Tilbury’s “Pillow Talk” liner, and applied a lip balm to blend.