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In the beauty space, warm neutrals have always reigned supreme. However, if you’re ready to set aside your neutral makeup palettes for something far more eye-catching, cool-toned metallics are back! At the forefront of this trend is the pearl eye makeup trend. Beauty gurus across TikTok and Instagram have been sharing their take on the chrome-heavy look, and we simply can’t get enough. Whether it’s a night out on town or an upcoming black tie wedding, try your hand at pearl eye makeup for an unforgettable glow up.
First, use a primer or a dab of concealer on the lids to prep your eyes for makeup. Grab a soft matte gray eyeshadow to define the crease, ensuring to blend out. Use a white liquid eyeshadow base all over the lid. Doing this before going in with any silver will ensure the chrome pops. Once this is completely dry, you are going to want to use your most shimmery, pearl-like eyeshadow. We suggest Urban Decay’s Moondust or Makeup by Mario Master Crystal Reflector for maximum payoff. Using an eyeshadow brush, gently press the product onto the lid to really build it up. Tap some into the inner corner of the eyes as well.
Now that your eyes are shimmering like pearls, it’s time for some finishing touches. Using a black liquid eyeliner, carefully line the eyes and create a wing. Curl your lashes and either apply a few coats of mascara or pop on a pair of falsies. While you can leave the pearl eye makeup as is, you can also do this final step if you really want to make a statement. Use pearl accents and some eyelash glue to apply a few accent embellishments to your look. You can scatter them around the lids for an artsy take on the pearl eye makeup.
