Makeup Application II – Eyebrows & Eyeshadows SS1 Beauty & Cosmetology Lesson Note

Drawing the Perfect Eyebrows

In our beauty culture, the eyebrows are everything! They frame the face. If the brows are wrong, the whole makeup looks “off.”

• The Shape: Use a sharpened eye pencil. Start from the inner corner (aligned with the side of the nose) and end at the outer corner.
• The “Stroke” Technique: Do not draw one long, dark line like a “mark.” Instead, use light, feather-like strokes that look like real hair.
• Cleaning with Concealer: After drawing, use a flat brush with a little concealer to “carve” the edges. This makes the brow look sharp and professional.

Eyeshadow: Adding Color

Eyeshadow adds depth to the eyes. For a basic look, we use the “Three-Color Rule”:

1. The Transition Color: A light brown or orange shade that matches the skin. Apply this all over the “crease” (the fold of the eye).
2. The Lid Color: A brighter or shimmery color (like gold or bronze) applied directly on the eyelid.
3. The Outer “V”: A darker color (like dark brown or black) at the outer corner of the eye to give it a “lift.”

The Secret: Blending! Use a soft brush to rub the edges where two colors meet. You shouldn’t see where one color ends and another begins.

Eyeliner and Mascara

• Eyeliner: This defines the shape of the eye.
  1. Top Liner: Keep it close to the lashes.
  2. Bottom Liner: Use a pencil for a softer look.
• Mascara: This makes the natural lashes look thicker and blacker.
  1. Safety: Never “pump” the mascara wand in and out of the tube; it pushes air inside and makes it dry out fast. Just twist it.

False Eyelashes (Strip Lashes)

Lashes take a makeup look from “Simple” to “Wow!”

• The Glue: Apply a thin line of glue to the lash strip. Wait for 30 seconds until the glue becomes “tacky” (sticky). If you put it on while it’s still wet/liquid, it will slide all over the eye.
• Placement: Use tweezers or your fingers to place the strip right on top of the natural lash line. Start from the middle, then press down the corners.

Lip Makeup: The Finishing Touch

Lips complete the face. You can choose a “Nude” look (natural) or a “Bold” look (bright).

• Lip Liner: Use a pencil that is slightly darker than your lipstick. This stops the lipstick from “bleeding” (leaking) into the skin. It also helps the lips look well-shaped.
• Lipstick Application:
  1. Matte: Dries flat and stays on for a long time. Great for long events.
  2. Gloss: Gives a “wet” and shiny look. Makes the lips look bigger.
• The Ombré Lip: A very popular style in Nigeria. Use a dark brown liner, a light pink or nude lipstick in the middle, and blend them with a brush or your finger.

Hygiene and Safety for Eyes and Lips

• No Sharing Mascara: Never use the same mascara wand on two different people. Use disposable wands if you are working on many clients.
• Sharpen Pencils: Before using an eye or lip pencil on a new person, sharpen it. This “shaves off” the old layer and makes it clean.
• Expired Products: If an eyeshadow smells funny or a lipstick has “sweat” (oil drops) on it, throw it away!

Class Practical Activity:

• The “Hand-Eye” Coordination: On the back of your hand, try to draw a perfect eyebrow using a pencil and then “clean” it with concealer.

The Glue Test: Practice applying a tiny bit of lash glue to a piece of paper. Wait 30 seconds and feel it with your finger to understand what “tacky” feels like compared to “wet.”