Conquer Hooded Eyes: The Best Eyeshadow Techniques and Products

Do you struggle to make your eyeshadow visible when your eyes are open? You’re not alone! Hooded eyes can present unique challenges when it comes to makeup application, but with the right techniques and products, you can create stunning, long-lasting looks that enhance your natural beauty.

At Terra Moons Cosmetics, we believe makeup is a tool for empowerment and creative expression. Our high-quality, ultra-pigmented, and long-wearing products are designed to help you explore the galaxy of beauty, one shade at a time. This guide will walk you through the best eyeshadow techniques for hooded eyes and introduce you to our must-have products that will elevate your eye makeup game.

Understanding Hooded Eyes

What Are Hooded Eyes?

Hooded eyes have an extra layer of skin that droops over the crease, making the eyelid space appear smaller. This can sometimes cause eyeshadow to disappear when the eyes are open or lead to issues like eyeliner smudging.

Common Makeup Challenges for Hooded Eyes

• Eyeshadow disappearing into the crease
• Eyeliner transferring onto the upper lid
• Mascara smudging on the brow bone
• Difficulty in creating a defined crease
• Why Traditional Techniques May Not Work

Standard makeup application techniques often don’t consider the way hooded eyes naturally fold, leading to makeup getting hidden or looking uneven. However, by adjusting your techniques, you can make your eyeshadow pop and stay in place all day.

Best Eyeshadow Techniques for Hooded Eyes

1. Create a Lifted Effect

Blend your eyeshadow slightly higher than the natural crease to give the illusion of a more open and lifted eye shape.

2. Focus on the Outer Corner and Crease

Using deeper matte shades in the outer corner helps add depth and structure, making your eyes look more defined. Try Doom Mons, a cool-toned charcoal gray/purple matte, for creating a subtle yet dramatic outer corner definition.

3. Master the Cut Crease

A cut crease helps define the eyelid space and make colors more visible. Here’s how:

1. Apply a neutral matte shade, like Dust Storms (cool-toned taupe gray), as a base.
2. Use a concealer to carve out a new crease above your natural fold.
3. Pack on a vibrant shade like Star Sailors (grape pressed pigment) for a pop of color.

4. Choose Visible Eyeliner Techniques

Avoid thick eyeliner, as it can make the lid appear even smaller. Instead:

• Go for a thin, winged liner that extends outward to lift the eye.
• Use tightlining (lining the upper waterline) to define without taking up lid space.

5. Use Waterproof and Long-Lasting Products

Since hooded eyes can cause transfer, opt for waterproof formulas that stay in place all day.

Best Eyeshadow Products for Hooded Eyes

Primer: Your Best Friend

A good primer prevents creasing and helps eyeshadow stay put. Apply a lightweight yet effective primer before your eyeshadow to ensure longevity.

Matte Eyeshadows for Depth and Dimension

Matte shades are perfect for defining the crease and adding structure to hooded eyes. Try:

• Doom Mons – A charcoal gray/purple matte, ideal for outer corners.
• Dust Storms – A cool taupe gray matte, perfect for base blending.
• Adrastea – A deep teal matte, great for adding bold dimension.

Shimmers and Glitters: Strategic Placement

Shimmery shades can make the eyes pop when applied correctly. Place shimmer on the center of the lid or inner corner to add brightness without emphasizing the hood.

Why Terra Moons Cosmetics?

Our highly pigmented, blendable, and long-wearing formulas ensure that your eye makeup stays put, even on hooded eyes. Plus, our products are cruelty-free, handmade, and designed for creative expression.

Step-by-Step Hooded Eye Makeup Tutorial

Step 1: Prime Your Lids

Apply a reliable primer to prevent creasing.

Step 2: Define the Crease

Use Dust Storms in the crease and blend upwards slightly higher than your natural fold.

Step 3: Deepen the Outer Corner

Apply Doom Mons to the outer corner to add dimension.

Step 4: Cut the Crease

Use a small brush and concealer to create a clean crease above your natural fold.

Step 5: Add a Pop of Color

Apply Star Sailors on the lid to make your eyes stand out.

Step 6: Apply Eyeliner and Mascara

Use a fine-tip liner and waterproof mascara to complete the look.

Additional Tips for Hooded Eyes

Perfect Your Eyebrows

Shaping your brows can help open up the eye area. Try keeping the arch slightly lifted for an enhanced look.

Use the Right Mascara

Opt for volumizing and lengthening mascaras to add definition without smudging.

False Lashes: Less is More

Look for wispy, natural-looking false lashes that enhance without overpowering your eyes.

Conclusion

Hooded eyes are beautiful and unique, and with the right techniques and products, you can create stunning eye makeup looks that last. Whether you’re mastering the cut crease or enhancing your outer corners, Terra Moons Cosmetics has the perfect shades to bring your look to life.

Shop our hooded-eye-friendly eyeshadows today and take your makeup game to cosmic heights! Don’t forget to follow us on social media and tag us in your Terra Moons looks!

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