Tired of 20 minutes of eyeshadow application ending in you looking like you've got nothing on at all?
Most "natural" eyeshadow guides make you look washed out and invisible. The classic beige-on-brown combination everybody's so fond of? Dull. It makes your eyes vanish rather than pop. And when you've got a mask on, your eyes are the only feature that anybody can see.
Here's the reality check: natural doesn't necessarily mean imperceptible. With L.A. Girl's Keep It Playful Eyeshadow Palette, you can achieve a natural look that gets attention, courtesy of a beautiful dusky mauve that injects the perfect amount of drama.
What Makes a Natural Eyeshadow Look Work?
The ideal natural eyeshadow effect should make your peepers appear bigger, brighter, and more alert – but not as though you remembered to apply makeup at the last minute. The trick is to use shades that suit your complexion and provide subtle depth.
L.A. Girl's eyeshadow palette provides you with all the essentials: a sunbeam-warm cream base, two gorgeous mauve hues (medium and dark), and a beautiful taupe shimmer that sparkles beautifully.
How Do You Make the Ideal Natural Eyeshadow Base?
Step 1: Begin with a clean slate
Take your fluffiest eyeshadow brush and pack it full of the lightest colour from your L.A. Girl Keep It Playful Eyeshadow Palette – that gorgeous warm cream colour. Sweep the product across your eyelids and blend it upward toward the brow bone.
This step is essential because it forms a solid base and allows the other colors to blend smoothly. Don't omit this step – it's what makes amateur makeup look professional.
Which Mauve Color Should You Use for Day Wear?
Step 2: Add your signature colour
That is where the magic takes place. The L.A. Girl Keep It Playful Eyeshadow Palette features two beautiful mauve shades – use the medium-toned one for daytime wear.
Begin small and gradually build. Employ a smaller, denser brush to paint the mauve along the outer third of your upper lid. Next, add a minimal amount to the outer corners of your lower lash line. This puts everything into balance and makes eyes appear naturally larger.
Blend color beyond the outer corners of your eyes for that softer smoky appearance that causes people to ask what's new about you today.
Pro tip: If you're dining out in the evening, substitute the medium mauve for the darker one: same skill, bigger drama.
Why Does Shimmer Matter in a Natural Look?
Step 3: Apply the secret weapon
Most individuals believe natural equals matte, but they're mistaken. The trick to achieving a natural look is thoughtful shimmer placement.
Grab that stunning taupe shimmer from your L.A. Girl Keep It Playful Eyeshadow Palette and apply it lightly over your entire lid. This gives you a glazed, lit-from-within finish that picks up light naturally, as if you just have healthy, glowing skin.
The shimmer brings the entire look together and stops that flat, one-dimensional finish that ruins most "natural" looks.
What Makes This Look Different from Basic Brown Eyeshadow?
The mauve shades in L.A. Girl's Keep It Playful Eyeshadow Palette are a game-changer. Brown may appear muddy on most skin tones, but mauve is universally flattering. It brings warmth without appearing orange, depth without appearing harsh, and elegance without appearing too done.
This color combination succeeds because:
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The warm cream base lightens your entire eye area
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The mauve provides just enough color to outline your eye shape
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The taupe shimmer catches the light, creating the illusion of larger, more radiant eyes.
How Long Does This Natural Eyeshadow Look Last?
With L.A. Girl's pigmented eyeshadows, this look remains intact all day long. The cream base allows the other colors to adhere longer, while the shimmer creates a protective veil that keeps everything looking fresh.
You'll get from morning coffee to dinner without touch-ups.
Why Choose L.A. Girl's City Mini Palette?
L.A. Girl gets that natural doesn't have to equal dull. Their Fanatic Eyeshadow palette provides you with four flawlessly matched shades that blend to produce dimension, heat, and that much-desired "your eyes but better" appearance.
The small size makes it ideal for your bag, and the payoff in color ensures that a little goes a long way. You're achieving pro-level results without the pro price.
Ready to Give This Natural Eyeshadow Look a Try?
Stop accepting invisible eyeshadow that causes you to blend in. With L.A. Girl's eyeshadow palettes and these easy steps, you'll have a natural look that gets noticed – in the best way possible.
Your eyes should be the main attraction, particularly when they're the featured attraction that everyone can see. Contact us or visit our website to get your hands on L.A. Girl’s products.
