How To: Create a Smokey Eye with Cream Eyeshadow
How To: Create a Smokey Eye with Cream Eyeshadow
Hello everyone!
I hope you’re all well and having a wonderful week so far, most of you now know that I have started filming youtube makeup tutorials which kind of makes me a ‘beauty youtuber‘ hahaha – I’m having so much fun but it’s still all new to me so it’s taking about 2 hours to edit the videos, pick some music and list all the products I’m using but it’s all FUN!
Here is my second video – I know it’s another smokey eye but this is much more dramatic than my easy smokey eye makeup and I’m using cream shadow to create the look.
I know a lot of you run away (very fast) from cream shadows as you’re scared of it creasing and becoming horrible but if you apply a powder base like I’ve used in the video it will last you ALL evening! 🙂
Hope you enjoy 🙂
As you can see it’s a lovely look which will compliment everyone – yes including you with smaller eyes 🙂 …..I always keep the inner/middle of the eye brighter and focus on creating a ‘smokey‘ look on the outer corners as this creates the illusion of bigger eyes.
I have full reviews of the Max Factor Excess Shimmer Eyeshadows and I’m hoping to have it online in a couple of days but below are all the details of the products used in the video above!
Makeup Products Used
Eyes
– The Body Shop Colour Crush : Sugar Glaze
– Max Factor Excess Shimmer (Cream Eyeshadow) 25 Bronze
– Max Factor Excess Shimmer (Cream Eyeshadow) 30 Onyx
– Max Factor Masterpiece Transform Mascara – Black
Cheeks
– Essence: Silky Touch Blush: 40 Natural Beauty
Makeup Brushes
Studio London Makeup Brush Collection
– Blending Eye Shadow Brush
– Precision Eye Shadow Brush
– Eye Liner Brush
– Foundation Brush – Blush & Bronze
I always love reading your comments so let me know what you think of this look, the products used and the colours!
If you re-create the look send me a picture through TWITTER & INSTAGRAM !! 🙂
Love the smokey eye – you’re really good! X
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Aww thank you so much! 🙂 xx
Would love to be able to do this makeup too
Kiss kiss.*Jo
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You can! 😀 xx
Beautiful look – I love a smokey eye 🙂 love your blog it’s beautiful. New subby xxx
http://www.dressedinthecity.com
Awww thank you so, so much! 🙂 xxx
Such a nice tutorial. I love the tip to apply powder before the cream shadows. I usually apply my Urban Decay Primer potion. I really wanna get my hands on these new Max Factor cream shadows. The bronze one looks gorgeous!! x
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Awww thank you so much!!! Yes – it’s a good way to get the ‘cream’ to stick onto something and I find that powder not only makes it last longer but also makes the colour show up a lot better! 🙂 xxx
awesome!!! u look amazing! the colour is so nice and the degradee is perfect!
xx
isa
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Awww thank you so much – that’s sweet! 🙂 xxx
You look fantastic! I can’t do a smokey eye (cream eyeshadow or no) (It just looks too harsh on me!)
Another Beautiful Thing
Hahaha awww – try a lighter colour like a cream and copper!? 🙂 xxx
I love love the smokey eye !!
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Thank you! 🙂 xxx
Layla – this look really suits you!
Edita
http://www.pret-a-reporter.co.uk
Awww thank you very much! 🙂 xxx
You make this look so simple, I love the bronze shadow that you used 🙂 xx
Thank you very much – it’s a lovely look and anyone can do it 🙂 xx
I used to use cream eyeshadows so much when I was in high school, and urgh, those dreaded creases! I swore off them ages ago but now that you’ve mentioned the powder base… Hmmm I might just go back there again
Sxx
http://www.daringcoco.com
Yes – give it a go and you’ll see how much better it lasts during the day! 🙂 xxx
So pretty! You’re so good at creating the smokey-eye effect!
Tina
http://www.justatinabit.com
Aww thank you so much – that’s so sweet! 🙂 xxx
Great post…thanks a lot for sharing….love those colors….
P.S. Thanks a lot for a lovely comments on my blog…new post is now live….
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Awww thank you so much! 🙂 xxx
Great post.
me-andmybag
Thank you! 🙂 xxx
Cool suggestion and helpful tip, Layla! Like this post 🙂
Kisses
Svetlana
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Thank you very much! 🙂 xxx
Gorgeous 🙂
Cheryl
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Awww thank you so much! 🙂 That’s really sweet xxx
Beautiful makeup look! Great video! 😀
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xoxo,
Jess
Awww thank you very much! 🙂 xxx
It looks so beautiful and accurate! Great work!
xxx
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Thank you so much! 🙂 xxx
great video!! 🙂
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Thank you! 🙂 xxx
Very nice blog 🙂
http://sissihope.blogspot.ch
Thank you very much 🙂 xx
Gorgeous! Thank you for the tutorial. It’s very informative. I’ll try this later.
Aww thank you very much! 🙂 xxx
Great tutorial. I enjoyed watching your video 🙂
Happy Halloween, Layla! 🙂
xoxo,
SHAIRA
http://www.missdream-girl.blogspot.com
Aww thank you very much!!!! 🙂 xxx
This is such a fantastic look on you, although WOW do I wish that I had read this before creating my Halloween cat look as my makeup could have been so much more interesting! The colours used to create this look could work for any colour skin tone or eye colour by the look of them, I’m feeling pretty inspired to experiment more with my eye makeup – thanks Layla 🙂 Happy Halloween!!
p.s. I’m so looking forward to the ‘yummy sweets’ you mentioned you’d be tagging me in.. you know me well, anything sweet-food related and I’m there haha! 😉
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Awww thank you so much!!! It’s such a lovely look and perfect for the holiday season! You could create it for a party? If you do create this I would LOVE to see a picture!!!! 🙂 Hahahaha – oh there’s more yummy sweets to come 😉 xxx
I’m impressed that’s so amazing.
XXX
Thank you! 🙂 xxx
This looks so beautiful Layla! I’ve recently discovered Maybelline Colour Tattoos (very late to the party, I know!) and I’m obsessed with them, so I love the idea of using cream shadows to create something a little more interesting, as well as just using one across the lid. I shall be experimenting! x
Kate Louise Blogs
Aww thank you so, so much!!! I haven’t tried them yet but yes…they do look VERY similar! 🙂 It’s a lovely look and perfect for this time of year too but then again I love smokey eyes all year round haha xxx
This look is beyond gorgeous! I wish I was as skilled with any kind of eyeshadow as you are…you make it look so so easy…haha..
Jasmin xx
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Aww thank you – hahaha, it’s actually that easy to create! 🙂 xxx
Fabulous look! I hope all goes well with Youtube 🙂
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x
Aww thank you so much! 🙂 xxx
You are right I’m basically scared by cream shadows, but thanks to your tips Inwill give it a try!
Baci,
Coco et La vie en rose by Valeria Arizzi
Haha – it’s so easy to use!!! Would love to see your look 🙂 xxx
my favourite kind of make up ♥ love it *-*
Beijinhos
Nath | Fashion Jacket
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Awww thank you very much! 🙂 xxx
Smokey eye is so classy and suits you well ;)) love makeup like this 😉
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Awww thank you very much! 🙂 xxx
super!
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Thanks 🙂 xxx
You look so lovely.. Thanks for sharing 🙂
xoxo
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Thank you! 🙂 xxx
Oh I adore cream shadow. This is a great tutorial, smokey eyes are good for all kinds of events 🙂
Daisy | Simplicity Relished
Thank you so much for your kind words!!! 🙂 xxx
Beautiful make up!
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Thank youuu! 🙂 xxx
Beautiful video
Love to learn about Smoky Eyes 🙂
Thanks for shearing this post 🙂
xoxo
http://stunningchic.com/
Thank you so so much!!! 🙂 xxx
Amazing makeup. I actually don’t like creamy eyeshadow very much.
Xoxo,
Julie | http://www.juliechagas.com/
Thank you – yes, a lot of people don’t like it !:) xxx
Perfect smokey ♡ C.
BUBBLEFASHION
Thank you 🙂 xxx
Great video hun, thanks for the tips, must try it myself!! 😉
Love,
Whitney
http://www.whitneyswonderland.com
Aww thank you so much – let me know when you try this look…send a pic 🙂
This is beautiful!! I have never used a cream shadow before, just powders but it’s definitely enough to convert me after reading this post and watching your tutorial. It would be less messy and easier to blend 🙂 xx
http://www.krystelcouture.com ♥
Awww thank you so much sweetie!! It’s easy to use and if you use a powder base it lasts just like a powder! 🙂 xxx
I love cream eyeshadow^_^ and this make up is wonderful;)
Thank you so much! 🙂 xxx
Beautiful make up and great tutorial!
You are so skillful! 😀
xxx
S
http://s-fashion-avenue.blogspot.it
Awwww that’s so sweet of you!!! Thank you 😀 xxx
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Un besito
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Such a lovely + sexy eye look! Great job, lady!
-Ashley
http://lestylorouge.com
Thank you!!!!! 🙂 xxx
Looks amazing, thanks for sharing this technique!
xx Hélène
http://www.FashionOverReason.com
Thank you so much for your lovely comment 🙂 xxx
Beautiful makeup! Cream eyeshadow is so wonderfully easy to blend!
Bella Pummarola
Awww thank you very much – yes it is 🙂 xxx
teleio!!tha to dokimasw!
Se euharistw! 🙂 xxx
You are an artist! Love the final look, great job!
Awww thank you so much, that’s so sweet of you 🙂 xxx
Wow, look at you!!! A beauty you tuber, that’s so impressive. I love that your enjoying it and I hope it’s a huge success for you! Can’t wait to watch!
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Awww thank youuuuuu!!! I wouldn’t be doing this without you all taking the time out and reading my blog! 🙂 xxx
I was looking forward to see the video tutorial. It’s awesome. The smokey eyes look beautiful.
xx Mira
http://www.glamdevils.com
Yaaaay – glad you like 🙂 xxx
Love the smokey eyes, looks so good! Great post!
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Thank you!!! 🙂 xxx
lovely, you look sooo stunning <3 <3 <3
xoxo Colli
My blog – ToBeYOUtiful
Aww thank you!! 🙂 xxx
Love love love those videos!! Thanks for sharing Layla!
kisses κουκλα!
Thank you so much!!!!!! 😀 Filakia poll!!!!
Wow dear you are the top make up artist! Great tutorial
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Hahahaha 😀 xxxx
Love the look! <3
Laura
Pink Frenzy
Thank you! 🙂 xxx
Looking at your photo, I already love this look! You know I’m fond of smokey eyes, the darker the better! I’m heading to your video now, with my cup of black tea! <3
Diana P. | Cups & Roses
Hahaha – it’s such a lovely look and always looks great no matter the occasion!!! Yaaaaay thank you very much xxx
Wow the make-up is gorgeous and you look soooo beautiful! 🙂
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Awww thank you so much for your lovely comment 🙂 xxx
So pretty!! Loving the dark smokey eye!! Perfect for a night out!!
<3 Shannon
Upbeatsoles.blogspot.com
Thank you so much for your lovely comment:) xxx
glad you’re loving the beauty blogging scene! 🙂 it’s a lot more hard work than it looks. love the smoky eye look! 🙂
Thank you – oh yes, so much more work goes on and people don’t realise what happens! They think it’s all beauty testing and fun but it’s late nights and keeping up with schedules! 🙂 xxx
You make it look so easy! Max Factor Bronze looks similar to Maybelline Colour Tattoo Bad to The Bronze, stunning shade. Thank you for this tutorial hun, I will give it a go but I doubt I will make it as nice as you did. LOL!
Reflection of Sanity
Awww thank you so much – I haven’t tried the Maybelline Color Tattoo shadows but they do look VERY similar! 🙂 They’re really lovely to use and I have full reviews on them coming soon – ohhhh send me a picture if you create the look 🙂 xxxx
So beautiful and gorgeous smokey eyes. Love how you did in a video. You’re such a pro. I’ll find n empty tube and send you a pic of it by email. It’s a light pink same color of a box.
I wish you a lovely Thursday darling.
Oxox Tanya
Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! 🙂 xxxx
I love this! The finished look is GORGEOUS! 🙂 x
Angela | The Sunday Chapter
Thank you so much!!! !:) xxx
Wow, this look is stunning, love it. 😉
Lovely greets Nessa
Aww you’re so sweet – thank you! 🙂 xx
bahaha i love that you included the “you with the small eyes” bit . I definitely fall into that category! also interesting that you do the powder *before* the creams!! Loving these smokey eye tutorials an kudos to you on having the patience to do these hours of video edits!!
Hahahahaha thanks!!! This is a look which can be achieved, all you need to do is keep the centre and inner corners bright and focus on making the outer corner smokey! 🙂 – Yes if you use a powder before the cream has something to ‘hold’ onto and I find it works wonders! 🙂 xxx