Don’t be afraid to be bold this winter. Arm yourself against the cold with these dazzling winter make-up ideas.
Rainbow lines
Eye liner is always going to be a make-up staple whatever the season because it shows off your eye shape and completes your look, but don’t limit yourself to boring black pencil. Greys, greens and blues can really make a statement. Just remember to tone down your lips if you’re going to be drawing attention to your eyes.
Try: Dr Hauschka’s Kajal Eyeliner in Dark Blue or Shimmering Grey-Green. It’s organic and you can order it online here.
Punchbowl lips
Bright lipsticks in red and orange are sure to warm up your winter and liven up your face. If you’re not daring enough for a bright orange shade, ease into it by mixing it with a red. When it comes to orange, the general rule as seen on the runways is that you should wear a darker shade if you have a lighter skin tone, and vice versa.
Try: Dr. Haushka’s orange lipstick. It’s certified natural and certified organic, while being paraben-free. You can order it online and learn more about it here.
Growl eyes
The ‘cat eye’ look is always a winner because it’s sexy and elongates the eye. But don’t stick to the traditional cat eye. Eye flicks are trendy and a great way to add some glamour.
How to create an eye flick: extend your eyeliner past the corner of your eye and then flick it up at the end. This has the benefit of raising the eye and accentuating its shape. You can make the flicks darker and thicker for a night out.
Fun smoky eyes
Smoky eyes are romantic and flattering, but this season they can also be fun. Bring in other colours instead of only playing with grey and black. Try pinks, purples, greens and even orange (but remember that if you use orange on your eye you should avoid orange lipstick). By adding some colour to the smoky eye look, you make it more versatile and striking.
How to do it: Use three colours. Apply a light shade (such as beige) as a base to the entire lid, then apply the darkest shade (such as deep brown) to your lash line, working your way up to the crease of your eyelid. You should fill about half of your eyelid with this shade. Apply a medium shade (such as gold) over the halfway line that has been created between both colours and blend them in together. This creates the smoky effect.
Try: Jane Iredale’s Nighttime Eye Shadow Kit. Check it out here.
