Anyone who wants to look good will love the idea of enhancing their beauty with makeup. However, not everybody can do it like a professional. It’s almost a certainty that if you are just starting out with using makeup, you will make mistakes. Among all the mistakes you could make, eyeshadow deserves a special mention. Barely any other part of makeup will haunt you more than the application of eyeshadow. However, you will be surprised to know that it is much easier than most people make it out to be.

Keeping that in mind, here are some useful eyeshadow application tips that will help you master this essential part of makeup:

1. Always use a primer
The primary goal of using a primer before applying eyeshadow is ensuring that you have smooth and clear skin prior to eyeshadow application. A primer is the best possible foundation for applying makeup. It fills in the lines on your face and gives your skin a smooth appearance. Additionally, it can make the eyeshadow last for a longer time. If you do not use a primer, the oils in your skin will mix with the makeup, making it harder to blend the makeup with the skin. You can use a beauty blender to do so. When used in a bouncing motion, the beauty blender can give you a naturally uniform coverage.

2. Pay special attention to transition shades
The most helpful eyeshadow application tip is to never apply eyeshadow in your crease with a dense and hard brush. Furthermore, never start applying eyeshadow with a darker shade. Doing so may make it look harsh. Conversely, begin with using a transition shade that is on the same color range of the color you have applied. You can use a tapered brush to do the same. You can use its tip to glide the shade in forward and backward motions on your eyelids. Additionally, do not take a large amount of product at once. Take small amounts between strokes. This will help you to create a beautiful airbrush effect. You are free to use two to three eyeshadow shades from your palette to get the gradient look.

3. Add dimension
Another eyeshadow application tip involves using dark shaded matte eyeshadows to add dimension to the eyeshadow. You can apply a dark shade using a small precision brush. However, you should always remove the excess pigments from your brush, as you do not want too much product on your skin. Furthermore, remember to be slow when adding eyeshadow. Follow your outer crease and use circular motions to spread the color.

4. Use your blending brush correctly
The general rule of thumb is to not use a dome-shaped brush or a densely-packed brush. When holding the brush, do not hold it too close to the handle. This may add difficulty in blending. Conversely, your hand should be towards the back of the handle. Use light strokes to glide the shade, creating an airbrush effect. For this specific part, you may require a fluffy brush.