7 Simple Steps To Apply Eye Makeup For Wide Set Eyes:

The most important part of creating a unique look is to master the art of doing the right eye makeup. Eye makeup for wide-set eyes requires you to focus on the inner parts of the eyes. If your eye makeup is on point, it can transform your entire look. Ahead, we will learn more about some simple steps of doing eye makeup for wide-set eyes. Keep reading!

Keep In Mind

• Primer: Hydrate your eyelids and use a primer for long-lasting makeup hold and seamless finish.
• Mascara In The Center: Apply the mascara to the center part of your lashes to make them look thicker and bring them close together; avoid winging it outwards.
• Highlight Outer Corners: Highlight the outer corners of the eyes for a darkening effect on the inner corners. Blend these together to reduce the eye distance.

Eye Makeup For Wide Set Eyes

There are 8 eye shapes, today we will concentrate on wide set eyes.

7 Simple Steps To Apply Eyeshadow For Wide Set Eyes

1. Start by Shaping your Eyebrows:

Thick and filled eye brows make the eyes appear closer. It’s suggested to reduce the gap between the brows. You can achieve it by doing both brows slightly more inwards. To make it look natural, go for gentle hair-like strokes using a brow pomade.

Quick Tip

You can use false uniform eyelashes to define the shape of your eyes. Such falsies complement the soft and thick eyebrows.

2. Apply Neutral Colour on the Eyelid:

Apply a neutral shade to the eyelids extending slightly to the outer corner of the eye and a bit above the crease for perfect eye contouring.

Use primary colors like light brown or a Champaign along the eyelid. Moreover, to make your eyes look bigger, especially when you have wide-set eyes, you can first learn a step-wise tutorial on how to make your eyes look bigger. This approach can be particularly beneficial, adding an extra dimension to your makeup routine.

Sinead, a YouTuber, shares how she makes the space between the eyes look less wide by using neutral shades: “I’ve already primed the eyelet to give us a nice blank canvas. Typically, you go for a lighter shade, to begin with, but we actually want to choose something closer to our skin shade. Now you can go for any colors you want. I’m using neutrals to make it easier (i).”

3. Lower Lash Line:

Using a thin brush, apply a slim color line below the eye; it should be the same color as the one you have applied on the eyelid.

4. Inner Corners Of the Eye:

Apply a darker colour like dark brown towards the inner corner of the eyes and fade it towards to the outer corner. Blend towards the inner corner. In other words, it’s the opposite of what’s usually done. This makes the eyes look narrow because the attention is on the inner corner.

5. Highlight Your Eyes:

You can do eye highlighting by using a color below the brow bone, in the center directing the eye to the pupil. Blend it with the crease color for a flawless look.

6. Line your Eyes:

Take a very dark color, such as deep brown or black, tap it to the inner corner of the eye, and extend it to the middle of the eye to get the illusion of closer-set eyes. Try avoiding wing eyeliner. Also, if you have smaller eyes, learning how to make your eyes look bigger with eyeliner can help enhance the appearance of your wide-set eyes and your overall look.

7. Apply Mascara:

Apply a coat (more if required) of mascara so that the look is complete and will last longer.

This method helps the eyes look narrower than usual; the darker shade emphasizes the inner corner of the eye, making it look closer. While focusing on wide-set eyes, do not forget that if you choose to follow hacks related to makeup for big eyes, that can also create the desired effect.

This method helps the eyes look narrow than usual; the darker shade gets all the emphasis on the inner corner of the eye making them look closer.

Quick Tip

You can take eye makeup inspiration from celebrities like Gemma Ward, Kate Moss, Miranda Kerr, and Brandy Norwood. They have beautiful wide set eyes.

These tips will surely make your eyes look breathtaking. Check out some products that will help you ace your eye makeup looks.

Product Recommendations

Here are some products you need to invest in to make sure your eye makeup is always on point!

• Dark Brown Eyeliner

A blendable eyeliner is ideal for defining the inner corners and adding subtle depth to wide-set eyes.

• Neutral Eyeshadow Palette

Choose a palette with a mix of matte and shimmer shades in neutral tones that complement your skin tone.

• Lash Primer

Get a conditioning primer that adds volume and length while prepping lashes for mascara.

• Volumizing Mascara

Opt for a mascara that delivers extra volume, especially toward the inner and middle lashes. Look for one with a curved wand for better precision and lift.

• Angled Eyeshadow Brush

A small, angled brush is essential for precise application and blending. This tool is great for shaping eyeshadow and controlling color placement.

• Highlighting Pencil

Use a light, creamy highlighting pencil to brighten the inner corners of your eyes.

These products will help you achieve a defined look that is perfect for wide-set eyes. We hope you enjoy glamming up your wide set eyes using our tips and recommended tools and products.

I hope you have enjoyed makeup tips for wide set eyes. Do let me know by commenting below.

Infographic: 5 Eye Makeup Tips For Wide-Set Eyes

Wide-set eyes are those where the distance between the eyes is greater than the width of one eye from corner to corner. While such eyes could be attractive, not all may desire them. This is where makeup comes to the rescue. The right eye makeup can help make your features appear closer than they seem. In the infographic below, we bring to you some simple eye makeup tips for wide-set eyes. Try them out today!

Illustration: StyleCraze Design Team

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you hide wide-set eyes?

Focusing on the shape and filling of your eyebrows, and working on the inner corners of your eyes can help you make your eyes look closer.

What is it called when you have wide-set eyes?

Medically, it could be referred to as orbital hypertelorism, where there is more bone formation and hence the gap between the wide set eyes.

Are wide-set eyes attractive?

Yes, they are, just like close-set eyes as attraction is subjective. The other facial features also play a crucial role in your look overall.

How do you tell if I have wide-set eyes?

When you gauge the space in between your eyes, if it is more than your eye length, then you may have wide-set eyes.

Illustration: Simple Steps To Apply Eye Makeup For Wide Set Eyes

Image: Stable Diffusion/StyleCraze Design Team

Enhance your wide-set eyes with expert makeup techniques! Check this video that will guide you step-by-step, offering tips and tricks to create stunning eye looks that accentuate and flatter your unique features.

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