Brown eyeliner – for whom is it the ideal solution? Select the shade of eyeliner to match your eye color.

Full of a variety of tools. You can deepen your gaze, emphasize your eyes and visually change their shape using eyeliner. Brown eyeliner – the option is not as bright as black, so it’s perfect for everyday life. And the great thing is that it suits all girls, but it is important to find your own shade to create the perfect wings.

Who suits brown eyeliner?

Brown eyeliner is not as active as black, so it will be appreciated by lovers of natural and calm makeup, as well as those who are just starting to master it.


But brown color is more capricious, so if you choose the wrong shade, you can get the effect of tired eyes. You need to choose the tone of brown eyeliner based on the color of your hair and skin:

  • dark brown is perfect for all owners of green eyes, but it looks especially beautiful on girls with red, brown and dark brown hair;
  • rich brown eyeliner with a red undertone looks great on dark-skinned girls;
  • Owners of blond hair and blue or gray eyes should take a closer look at the light brown color.

Types of brown eyeliner

There are several types of brown eyeliner, among which every girl will find a convenient format for herself:


  • felt-tip eyeliner. In appearance, the product is similar to a regular felt-tip pen. But recently, more and more often you can find a tip in the form of a tightly packed brush;
  • liquid eyeliner. The product is in a bottle equipped with a thin brush. Often this format is suitable for already experienced girls, since the product is very pigmented and requires precision when applied to the skin;
  • gel eyeliner. It comes in a jar and is applied with a dry, angled brush. This product can have either a glossy or matte finish;
  • cream eyeliner. It is also in a jar, but the consistency is denser than gel eyeliner.

How to use eyeliner

Having decided on the format of the brown eyeliner, all that remains is to apply it. At first, drawing neat and symmetrical arrows is quite difficult, but each time it will turn out much better. The big plus of brown eyeliner is that it is not as bright and active as black, so it is a little easier to correct errors.


You can draw arrows according to this scheme:

Brown eyeliner is a great option for girls who want to correct their eyes, but so that it is not very noticeable. A rich and wide arrow, which will make the look deeper and more expressive, is suitable for an evening out. Brown eyeliner is a universal cosmetic product.

Eyeliner, shadows, mascara - what colors and shades are suitable for blue eyes

Depending on the amount and type of pigment, the iris of the eyes can be blue, green, brown, or black. It has been proven that this physical feature is determined by the chromosomal set of genes. Blue is considered a natural eye color, as opposed to blue, which scientists believe has simply undergone a genetic mutation. There are especially many blue-eyed ones in North America.

By correctly applying cosmetic achievements, eyeliner, shadows and mascara, blue-eyed beauties imperceptibly rise to the rank of lovely seductresses. After all, often just one glance is enough to conquer the whole world.

Eyeliner for blue eyes

Eyeliner is an important part of makeup, so you should choose it wisely and carefully.

Blue eyes have a range of color shades that range from deep sapphire to blue-gray. By trying a variety of color palettes for blue eyes, you can choose exactly the shade that will ideally highlight the attractiveness of your blue eyes. So, the color palette for blue eyes includes brown, dark gray, purple and light purple shades, silver, gray, dark blue. This color scheme perfectly emphasizes the warmth of blue eyes. Dark shades add depth to the look: dark brown, charcoal color. Dark green shades and dark gold will make blue eyes shine especially mysteriously. And in light green tones, blue eyes run the risk of getting lost, just like in blue ones. Avoid jet black eyeliner. And remember, eyeliner and eye color should complement, not oppose, each other.

Types of eyeliners

The variety of eyeliners today allows you to choose any texture that is most comfortable for your eyes. By experimenting, you can eventually choose the one that meets all your expectations.

Pencil. One of the simplest eyeliner options. Unlike liquid eyeliner, the pencil does not run, does not smear, and keeps makeup fresh for a long time, provided the pencil is of good quality. Just sharpen the pencil and use it as intended.

Liquid eyeliner. This is one of the most commonly used types of eyeliner. The eyes are lined with a thin brush, making the line clear and thin. Don't be discouraged if you don't get a perfect line the first time. But once you get the hang of it, you will become the owner of chic and neat eye makeup.

Gel. Reminiscent of liquid eyeliner, but applied with a brush and does not scratch the skin. Also, when applying the gel, you do not need to stretch the skin, as when applying, for example, liquid eyeliner.

Liner. The eyeliner is applied using a brush. For blue eyes, a smoky effect or dark shades of liners are ideal.

How to apply eyeliner

After choosing the color and type of eyeliner, it is important to apply it correctly. A few simple steps will show you how to apply eyeliner.

  • Hold your eyeliner just like you would a regular pencil.
  • Bend your elbow in your hand and fix it in this position on a table or any hard surface
  • Pull the skin of the eyelids using your fingers and draw a line of eyeliner

Eyeshadow for blue eyes

Blue eye makeup looks complete if eye shadow is applied correctly, which makes the look more attractive. When it comes to choosing shades, stick to the following color palette to highlight a natural look: taupe, taupe, charcoal, lilac, purple, pink, gray and silver, gold.

Blue-eyed beauties should avoid using blue eyeshadow, with the exception of dark blue eyeshadow - they add brightness to the eyes. Also ignore black and light green shades, they make your eyes look dull.

Mascara for blue eyes

Brown mascara perfectly sets off the blue of the eyes, thanks to its natural color. Black color, which is considered classic, is also good - it will add luxury and chic to the look. However, rich black will have the opposite effect - the makeup will look unkempt and cheap. Blue mascara looks interesting and sophisticated, festive. But this version of mascara is not for every day. It is better to wear it on special occasions and with the appropriate outfit.

The success of makeup also depends on the type of mascara. Depending on the desired effect, you can use lengthening, curling or voluminous mascara. But the main criterion when choosing is quality. High-quality mascara is easy to apply, it does not fall off and has no lumps, and can be easily removed with makeup milk.

You can emphasize the natural magical attractiveness and beauty of blue eyes with the help of proper makeup.

After all, successful eye makeup can make your look stunning, enhance your charm and feminine charm, instilling confidence in your own irresistibility.


I’ll write this down right away: I won’t draw arrows, because everyone knows how to do it, I’ll only tell you about the functional part. (But if necessary, I’ll post it)

1. Eyeliner INGLOT Matte Collection AMC Eyeliner Gel No. 90 waterproof brown


My opinion: It didn’t spread over the edges of the jar - I just had it for a long time and after a while it “cracked” in half, I had to melt it a little. It works as well as before. The color is rich brown. The eyeliner is very long-lasting and can be washed off only with a 2-phase remover for waterproof makeup (see below). I really like it when it comes to the beach or pool (yes, even there I draw my eyeliner)
Grade: 5+
Price: around 500 rub.
Usage: 1 year

2. INGLOT Liquid Eyeliner brown #23


My opinion: The eyeliner applies very well, but at the end of the day the tip of the arrow may disappear a little (just a little), but overall it lasts all day. Applies well to shadows. You can draw 2 arrows at once if you don’t hesitate, the applicator does not dry out during this time.
Grade: 5-
Price: 500 rub.
Usage: 10 months

3. MAC Superslick Liquid Eye Liner # Defiantly Feline


My opinion: A decent eyeliner, but it also has its drawbacks: when applied, if a little gets on the eyelashes, they will stick together - instantly; when washed off with a remover (simple or waterproof), it comes off in pieces, which is not very convenient.
Now the pros: long-lasting when in contact with water, doesn’t go anywhere at the end of the day, good rich brown color with a slight sheen. Previously, I was a little annoyed by her silicone (or whatever it is called) brush, but then I realized that it’s even cool. Draws only one arrow at a time, then you need to dip it so it doesn’t dry out.
Grade: 4
Price: I do not remember
Usage: 10 months

Now 3 not so favorite ones:

4. Artdeco Long Lasting Liquid Liner #03


My opinion: The arrow is weak in drawing - it’s not bright, you have to draw it 2 times, but after 2-3 times its color is clearly visible. After washing off, a gray trace remains. Persistent.
Grade: 3
Price: I do not remember
Usage: 6 months

5. NYX FELT TIP LINER #02 DARK BROWN



My opinion: Nice deep color. It draws one arrow at a time, and not always, then you need to put the cap on and shake it a little. If you overdo it, it may leak.
Grade: 3
Price: around 300 rub.
Usage: This is my second one, for a total of 2 years.

6. REVLON ColorStay Liquid Eye pen #03 Blackened Brown



My opinion: It is declared as dark brown, alas - it looks more like gray-brown, and there is much more gray in it. Also not bright, the color appears from the 3rd application. Not very persistent, slowly disappears by the end of the day. Also, when drawing the second arrow, you need to shake it a little (in the cap, of course) and also, if you overdo it, it may leak.
It started leaking on its own during a photo shoot.
Grade: 3-
Price: 15 dollars (Dutik)
Usage: 2 months

Now let's do a little experiment.

1. Swiped with a finger:

As you can see, 1,3,4 survived.

2. Water procedures with rubbing without pressure:

1 and 3 are not worth much, the rest are so-so. Artdeco left a gray trace.

3. L'Oreal TrioActive wash (for sensitive eyes) - also went through without pressure

Only the first one passed this test, I washed it off only with 2-phase DEMAQUILLANT from Letual.
Art deco, pale, but still there.

Gray-blue eyes are “chameleon” eyes. Correctly selected makeup will allow you to add blue, magical green or calm gray to your eyes.

Not suitable for blue-gray eye makeup:

  • rich green shadows, pencil, eyeliner - will not add expressiveness to the eyes
  • black eyeliner: it makes the makeup darker, the arrows will create a vulgar effect

Choosing shadows

There are quite a few makeup options for this eye color, but you should avoid eyeshadow that is similar in color to your eye color.

If you do not adhere to this rule, the shadows will merge with the eyes and will not be able to give them expressiveness. The right makeup will help highlight the color you want your eyes to appear: gray, blue or greenish.

The eye makeup we write about should be based on cool tones of shadows: blue, silver-blue, slightly greenish, gray, blue of various shades.

  • Shades of golden, light green, copper, turquoise, yellow and brown, and sea green will help you pass off gray-blue eyes as green.
  • “Gray” eyes can be given with the help of shadows of silver-ash or steel color
  • The “blueness” of the eyes can be emphasized by blue tones in combination with a silver tone or shades of ice blue color
  • A black or gray tint will add depth to the look of blue-gray eyes.
  • You should not use beige-pink, pale pink, purple shades of eyeshadow - they will make the eyes duller and reduce the saturation of their color scheme

Makeup options

“Smoky eyes” will create the image of a femme fatale. Using a black eyeliner, an arrow is drawn along the lower and upper eyelids, and along the upper eyelid the arrow goes almost along the border of the eyeball.

To turn them from black to dark blue, you need to run a thin brush with blue shadows along the black arrows, then shade them. Next, pearlescent blue shadows are applied in a thick layer over the entire eyelid to the eyebrow line.

Next, white shadows with neon particles are applied; white shadows should be applied at the inner corner of the eye. Apply mascara to your lower eyelashes. If necessary, correct the eyebrows, for which you need to apply matte dark shadows on them - brown or black.

Smoky makeup for gray or blue eyes will help create a romantic look. Lightly dust the eyelids with flesh-colored powder and apply a corrective around the area to remove “bags” under the eyes.

Then you need to apply shades of turquoise and sea wave, against which the eyes will become more expressive and deep.

After applying the shadows, apply mascara in two layers. The second layer should be applied after the first has dried.

There is no need to use brown mascara when creating a romantic look. You shouldn’t highlight your lips and cheekbones too much, otherwise it may distract your eyes from your eyes. There is no need to apply too thick a layer of shadows, otherwise your look may become tired and faded.

  • Flesh-colored shadows applied over the eyebrows can add brightness to the look. Before applying mascara, it is better to curl your eyelashes a little
  • To create the image of a green-eyed witch, use olive shadows, brown mascara and khaki eyeliner
  • The mermaid look can be created with green and turquoise eye shadow, green mascara and turquoise pearl eyeliner.
  • Beige, white, gray, black matte shadows, black eyeliner and gray mascara will help create the image of a steel lady.
  • The Snow Queen look is created using icy blue and white pearl eyeshadow, blue mascara and dark blue eyeliner

Makeup and overall look

In order for the image to be harmonious and complete, you need to carefully consider all the details of the makeup.

Makeup should begin with the process of cleansing the facial skin and applying creams and powders to even out the color and hide skin imperfections.

Shadows are selected in cool shades, in most cases in combination with yellow, turquoise or pink. If your hair is light, just a pink shade will do.

The eye and eyebrow pencil should be lighter for lighter hair, and darker for darker hair and evening options. Blue or dark blue mascara is suitable, as well as black, chocolate or marsh-colored mascara.

For daytime makeup, lipstick can be coral, golden, beige; those with golden hair can use darker tones. In the evening you can use the same colors as during the day, only in brighter shades.

It is preferable to choose a bronze shade of powder.

Blondes with gray-blue eyes are suitable for ocher or peach blush, and shining shadows will complement the look. Red-terracotta colors are suitable for fair-haired and brown-haired women, and red or deep pink blush for brunettes.

Makeup is a universal tool that allows you to highlight your strengths and hide your flaws. With a responsible approach to the selection of makeup for gray-blue eyes, you can get a truly stunning effect.

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Makeup for blue-gray eyes

Blue eyes are considered very beautiful. If such eyes have a gray tint, then the look of their owner is literally mesmerizing. True, this is only in words. In fact, the opposite is true. Girls who are incredibly lucky to have such an unusual eye shade do not consider it bright and beautiful, but rather faded. They really make it look like this with inept makeup. Some owners of gray-blue eyes prefer to insert contact lenses of a different color, hiding such beauty from others.

In fact, gray-blue eyes need to be emphasized. To do this, you need to learn how to do bright and skillful makeup at home. It is he who is able to turn a gray mouse into a bright, confident beauty. The owner of blue-gray eyes, in addition to foundation and lipstick, should have in her cosmetic bag:

1. Black pencil.

2. Eyeliners - black, blue, silver shades.

3. Eye shadows (large selection of shades of blue and gray).

4. Makeup brushes.

5. Mascara (black, blue).

All this is needed for everyday and evening makeup, which will perfectly highlight and emphasize this unusual eye color.

Everyday makeup for blue-gray eyes

This method of eye coloring is very dependent on the style of clothing, hairstyle and hair color. Everyday makeup for gray-blue eyes should be discreet and at the same time should focus on the eyes.

The most flattering colors for blue-gray eyes:

1. Steel.

2. Silver.

Daytime makeup options for blondes with gray-blue eyes

Blonde hair and blue-gray eyes look very harmonious, but some complain that it is not expressive enough. Yes, they will really look like that if you outline them with light shadows and paint your eyelashes with light blue (blue) mascara.

If the eyes combine two colors, then it would be appropriate to highlight them with two shades of shadows, one of which is dark. Eyelashes should not be lighter than the iris.

Step-by-step makeup photo (option No. 1)

Makeup option for gray-blue eyes in warm colors. Suitable for blondes with spring and autumn color types.

Apply peach eye shadow to the middle of the eyelid.

Then you should carefully shade the shadows.

Apply light gray shadows at the end of the eye, making a corner.

Blend, connecting together.

Draw a thin arrow with a dark gray pencil.

Lightly coat the eyelashes with mascara. It is better to take gray mascara to make it look very natural.

Makeup option No. 2 with step-by-step instructions

Eye makeup is done in cooler tones. Suitable for blondes with summer color type.

Apply silver or golden shadows to the entire eyelid, and above the eyelid along the eye socket, apply gray shadows, blending thoroughly.

Apply gray shadows to the lower eyelid and shade it too. Draw an arrow along the upper and lower eyelids.

Eyelashes, well painted with dark gray mascara (without clumps) will demonstrate the beauty of the eyes in the best possible way. You need to paint the upper and lower eyelashes.

Daytime makeup for blue-gray eyes for brunettes

For brunettes, gray-blue eyes are a source of pride; they definitely need to be highlighted. Eyes of such a unique color are a highlight for dark-haired beauties. To highlight them correctly and beautifully, there are two options for daytime makeup for gray-blue eyes, which will be appropriate for women of any age.

Step-by-step option No. 1 with photo

It is necessary to apply foundation or a corrector pencil under the eyes and on the eyelids if there are dark circles under them (a feature of appearance, or lack of sleep).

The eyelids and eyelashes are lightly powdered. This is necessary for high-quality application of mascara to the eyelashes. It is better to take loose powder.

From the beginning to the middle of the century, apply light gray or silver shadows and blend well. In the middle of the century - bright turquoise, and at the end - dark gray or black shadows.

All shades must be shaded to acquire a beautiful gray-turquoise color. This will also help prevent the shadows from creasing.

If the eyelashes are long, then one layer of mascara will be enough, black or dark blue (optional). When eyelashes are sparse and short, you need to highlight them well. To do this, you need to let the first layer of mascara dry, then straighten your eyelashes with a special brush and apply the second layer. It is important to paint not only the upper eyelashes, but also the lower ones.

Using eyeliner (dark blue or black - optional) draw a thin, neat arrow. It should start from the middle and end 1-2 millimeters further than the end of the upper eyelid.

To add drama to your makeup, you can line your lower eyelids (inner and outer sides) with a black or gray pencil and shade it well.

Option number 2 with step-by-step photos

If you have dark circles, foundation is a must. If the skin is dark and the eyelids are bulging, then it is not needed.

Blue, light pink, white shadows are applied from the beginning to the middle of the eyelid, gray - at the end.

Using black, dark gray or blue eyeliner, a neat (almost invisible) arrow is drawn from the middle to the end of the eyelid.

Use a gray or turquoise pencil to line the inside of the eyelid.

The first option is suitable for walking around the city, dating, meeting with friends. The second option would be appropriate at work.

Evening makeup for gray-blue eyes

For cocktail parties and all kinds of corporate events, trips to nightclubs and other entertainment venues, you will need bright makeup that will go with an evening outfit and make the owner of blue-gray eyes stand out from the crowd. This type of makeup is called evening makeup. Here's where you can show your imagination for women and girls who will suit these shades of shadows:

1. Pink (pearl).

2. Lilac (pearl and matte).

3. Turquoise (pearl).

4. Silver.

5. Dark gray.

6. Black.

7. Blue (pearl).

8. Sky blue.

9. “Blue Ice” (gray-blue).

The following eyeshadow colors should be avoided:

1. Brown (all shades).

2. Green (all shades).

Evening makeup in the smoky eye style looks best - heavily shaded shadows on the upper and lower eyelids. It helps to focus attention on eye color. It is worth remembering that you need to choose the right color of lipstick and blush to go with the right eye makeup. The wrong lipstick can ruin the entire impression of beautiful eyes, no matter how correctly they are made up.

How to choose lipstick for blue-gray eyes

Brunettes with thin lips should give preference to these shades of lipstick:

1. All lipsticks are in a shade that imitates the natural color of the lips.

2. Plum (light shade).

3. Brown (not very dark).

For medium and full lips of brunettes, the following shades of lipstick are suitable:

1. Cherry.

2. Red (all shades).

3. Pink (dark shades).

4. Lilac (dark shades).

For blondes, the following lipstick colors would be appropriate:

1. All shades of pink.

2. Raspberry.

3. Red (if the lips are not too thin).

Evening makeup option for blondes with gray-blue eyes

Apply a light silver eyeshadow to the middle of the upper eyelid.

Apply dark gray shadows on the outer and inner sides of the eyelid.

Carefully blend the shadows and add white ones to the inner corner of the eyes, and also apply gray shadows to the lower eyelid.

Using a dark gray pencil we draw the lower and upper eyelids.

We paint the eyelashes with dark gray mascara.

Also, blondes with blue-gray eyes can use evening makeup:

False or extended eyelashes must be thick and long, dark gray, black or blue.

Pearlescent turquoise shadows, which are beautifully shaded in black or dark blue at the end.

Black eyeliner (you can use blue).

Gray pencil for the inner eyelid.

Foundation, light shades.

Blush, light pink shades.

Raspberry gloss lipstick.

Evening makeup option for brunettes with gray-blue eyes

Apply carmine red, raspberry or dark pink eyeshadow to the entire upper eyelid.

Add black shadow to the outer corner of your eyes and blend.

Apply white shadow to the inner corner of the eye and line the inner lower eyelid with a white pencil.

Draw a black arrow and apply black mascara to your eyelashes.

Also, brunettes with blue-gray eyes may have the following in evening makeup:

Eyebrow makeup with black pencil.

Dark purple matte shadows - in the middle of the century, with the addition of white and black shades - at the end.

Bright arrows drawn with black eyeliner.

Long natural or false eyelashes.

Black (dark gray) pencil on the inside of the lower eyelid. The line on the lower one rises and connects with the arrow on the upper eyelid.

It's best when the skin and foundation match each other.

The blush is a mixture of bronze and lilac and light pink tones.

Matte plum lipstick completes the look.

Makeup for brown-haired women with blue-gray eyes

In addition to brunettes and blondes, there are also brown-haired women with the eye color described above. The hair color of brown-haired women has many shades: from ash-blond to brown. For them, everything is simple: they need to wear makeup, just like brunettes, but you can also add chocolate shades (in no case light brown). Dark brown shades may be present in the following cosmetics:

1. Eyeliner.

2. Pencil.

They should be avoided in the shadows, it is better to use black. But for the lips, you can add light brown and beige colors.

Option number 1: everyday “smoky” makeup for blue-gray eyes

It is not necessary to use blush and foundation only if you have skin problems.

Beautifully shaded lines on the upper and lower eyelids drawn with a dark brown pencil.

Apply dark brown shadows to the entire eyelid, shade it thoroughly, draw a thick arrow from the middle of the upper eyelid with a dark gray pencil and shade it.

Then we apply dark gray shadows over the pencil, blending the shadows together (brown and gray). If necessary, adding the necessary shadows and drawing out the color. Add white eye shadow to the inner corner of the eye.

Mascara - optional.

Beige lipstick.

Option number 2: evening makeup for blue-gray eyes

Apply white shadows from the inside of the eyelid to the middle at the top and bottom of the eye.

Apply lilac shadows to the middle of the upper eyelid.

At the end of the eyelid, apply dark purple or dark gray shadows on the outside.

Carefully blend the shadows in the outer corner of the eye.

We outline a thin arrow with ink.

A foundation that perfectly matches your skin color.

Bronze blush.

Beige lipstick with glitter.

Of all the make-up options, “smoky” (the first option) is the most popular.

Recommendations for choosing blue-gray eye makeup for different clothing styles

Makeup for gray-blue eyes has many options and is in no way limited to the above methods. This type of makeup does not take much time and is easy to do at home. Having learned to highlight the eyes correctly, any woman can look stunning at any event, be it a date, a corporate party, a meeting of directors.

There is one more nuance: not all representatives of the opposite sex with blue-gray eyes choose the same clothing style and hairstyle. For example, for lovers of punk style, modest everyday makeup for blondes is unlikely to add brightness. They should choose black eyeliners and mascara and wear smokey eye makeup.

For lovers of bohemian style (long multi-colored skirts, dresses made of light fabrics). Bright colors should be added. For example, multi-colored mascara (except green), peach, pink, lilac shades of shadows. It is better not to highlight the lower eyelids; all attention should be paid to the eyelashes and upper eyelids.

For lovers of a romantic style (ruffles, bows, lace), you can highlight your eyes with shadows in bright pastel shades. Most often they are distinguished by thick and long eyelash extensions and a combination of pink and gray shadows on the upper eyelid.

Business style - formal knee-length dresses, skirts, trousers, jackets. Ladies who dress in this style should avoid black pencils, eye shadow and eyeliner, preferring gray or dark brown. Modern everyday makeup has completely replaced mascara from the cosmetic bag, but this does not mean that it cannot be used at all. One or two layers are quite acceptable if the eyelashes are light, sparse, or short.

For girls who love a sporty style and a similar lifestyle, bright evening eye makeup using black eyeliner and pearlescent lilac shadows is unlikely to suit them. Such art will look funny and absurd. Black pencils and eyeliners can only be used in makeup for brunettes and dark brown-haired women who prefer this style of clothing. False eyelashes that reach the eyebrows will look even more inappropriate. The drawn arrows should not be too long. Also, sports style lovers should give preference to waterproof cosmetics.

In any case, gray-blue eyes need to be highlighted, but to a lesser or greater extent depends on the type of makeup and style of clothing.


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