Close-up of the model’s lips with makeup applied and a red lipstick, with a lip liner held up to them
Finished look for the soft eye makeup and statement lips makeup tips
MAKEUP TIP

Soft eye makeup and statement lips

This light makeup is an absolute classic—no matter the year, a simple eye look paired with bold statement lips always has a dazzling effect and is easy to recreate in just a few steps, whether you’re a pro or a beginner.

Close up of the model’s face, with a focus on the eyes, holding a Beauty Box filled with the eyeshadows used in the look
Product overview of the products used for the soft eye makeup and statement lips makeup tips
After the soft eye makeup and statement lips makeup tips are applied
After the soft eye makeup and statement lips makeup tips are applied
Before the soft eye makeup and statement lips makeup tips are applied
Before the soft eye makeup and statement lips makeup tips are applied

Instructions

Close up on the eye of the model, holding a brown Kajal Liner against her upper lash line
Step 1

Create a foundation for your simple eye makeup

After you’ve applied your eyeshadow primer, you can use the Kajal Liner in a brown shade to add drama to your upper lash line; blend it out softly using a small brush. This will give you the perfect foundation for light eye makeup.

The model holds the neutral eyeshadow in her hand and shows how to apply it to the eye with a fluffy eyeshadow brush
Step 2

Transition shades for easy blending

A neutral eyeshadow functions as a transition shade, making it easier to blend other colors into each other and making the transition between colors smoother. Use a fluffy brush to apply it to your mobile eyelid and blend it outwards softly.

Darker eyeshadow is applied to define and intensify the eye makeup
Step 3

Define and intensify your eye makeup

Define the outer corners of your eyes using a shimmery brown shade. Blend the eyeshadow out to your eyebrows using a fluffy brush. Finally, add extra drama to the outer corner of your eyes and the upper and lower lashlines by applying a chocolate brown eyeshadow using a small brush.

Close-up of closed eyelid with a light shimmery eyeshadow held against it
Step 4

More elegance with shimmering highlights

By applying a shimmery champagne shade to the first third of your eyelid, you’ll add elegance and a stunning glow to your eye makeup.

Close up on the open eyes of the model; a Kajal Liner is being held to the lower lash line and mascara is being held to the upper lash line
Step 5

Full, thick eyelashes

Use the Kajal Liner from step one to intensify your lower lash line and give the look even more depth. Lastly, apply mascara for thick, full lashes. Check out our Make up Tip on how to properly apply mascara. Now, all that’s left is the lips.

Close up on the model’s made-up lips, with a red lip liner and red lipstick held up to them
Step 6

Make a statement with your makeup

Want to give your simple makeup look a little extra something and really make a statement? No problem. Begin by applying red lip liner along your Cupid’s bow, following the contour to the center. Do the same for your lower lip. Complete the outline, starting at the corners of your mouth and moving inward. For a softer look, you can finish it off by blending it using a lip brush. Finally, fill in your lips with a vibrant red shape. Voilà—your simple eye makeup with a statement lip is complete!