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National Post
06-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- National Post
Get the look: An easy single-colour makeup look that gives the illusion of elevated glam
Article content With a stacked calendar of events this summer season, spending hours on your makeup isn't practical. Article content That's where single-colour eyeshadow looks come in handy. It's quick, effortless, and gives the illusion of an elevated glam, with just one product. Here's how I used the NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil to get the look. Article content The eyes Article content This is by far my go-to way of amplifying my eyes. Article content Article content For a quick application of the NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in Frappe ($9), a rich brown shade, sweep it across your lid, and softly blend out the edges to blur any harsh lines. Curling the lashes and coating them with black mascara makes this makeup look simple and fast to apply — and still looks polished. Article content Groomed brows are always a must. To set them, I used Essence Fix it Like a Pro Transparent Brow Ge l. It combines long-lasting texture with a fast-drying, waterproof formula so your brows stay in place all day. Article content Optional add-on Article content For a little extra definition, and this is optional, I rimmed the waterline with the Essence 24Ever Ink in Intense Black. If black feels to heavy, opt for a rich brown instead. Article content
The Sun
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
I'm a make-up guru & you're making a very big mistake with eyeshadow – those with hooded eyes must follow my simple tips
A BEAUTY guru has revealed the very big mistake many people are making when applying eyeshadow. So if you're not very good at make-up, you've come to the right place. 2 2 And especially if you've got hooded eyes, you'll need to pay attention and listen up to these simple steps to ensure your make-up looks spot on. From how to make your lips look bigger and tips on applying foundation to ensure it doesn't appear cakey, Ellen Porter, a make-up lover from the UK, is often posting her tips and tricks online. And now, she has shared an easy eyeshadow tutorial, which she claimed is suitable 'for beginners'. The influencer, who has amassed over 206,000 followers on TikTok, took to social media to share her beauty knowledge - and people are incredibly thankful for the handy advice. The blonde beauty shut one of her eyes and heavily covered her eyelid with a very dark eyeshadow, to which she warned: 'Stop doing your eyeshadow like this if you have hooded eyes.' Instead, she stressed the importance of keeping your eyes open and avoiding simply covering the eyelids when applying eyeshadow products. She advised: "You wanna keep your eyes open and you want to put the lighter shade of your shadow first above your crease area so when you open your eyes, the colour does not disappear.' Following this, she recommended: 'Then you want to go in with a slightly darker shade and you want to apply this just below the lighter shade. 'But again, you're keeping it quite high, so when I open my eye you can still see the colours.' Not only this, but she then shared: 'If you want, you can add some glitter and you want to pack this on with your finger and just bring it up a little bit higher than your lid area.' 'Actually gobsmacked!' beauty fan raves about £1 product that leaves her looking like she's got the airbrushed filter Ellen acknowledged that this is 'exactly' how you're supposed to apply eyeshadow if you have hooded eyes and really want your make-up to pop. The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @ ellen_porterr, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it has quickly racked up 108,900 likes, 356 comments, 57,700 saves and 3,534 shares. Top 40 beauty tips that have been handed down from generations 1. Never go to bed in make up 2. Moisturise daily 3. Don't pick at your spots, to avoid scarring 4. Get enough sleep to prevent tired-looking skin 5. When it comes to make-up, less is more 6. Trim your hair regularly to prevent split ends 7. Don't forget to moisturise your neck and décolletage 8. Drink a big glass of water each morning to cleanse and rehydrate 9. Gently pat your face dry with a towel instead of rubbing to avoid irritation 10. Avoid using too much heat on your hair to prevent damage 11. Remove makeup gently, especially around the eyes 12. Use a lip balm to keep your lips soft and prevent chapping 13. Put cucumbers on eyes to help reduce puffiness 14. Choose a foundation that matches your neck to avoid a mismatched face 15. Wash your face in cold water after cleansing to close pores. 16. Rinsing hair in cold water to increase the shine 17. Wear sunscreen/SPF protection every day, no matter the weather 18. Use a cold spoon to reduce under-eye puffiness 19. Use petroleum jelly to tame brows and moisturise lips 20. Test skincare products on a small patch of skin before using them all over your face 21. Never spend longer than 30 minutes in direct sunlight 22. Exfoliate your skin regularly to remove dead skin cells 23. Wear gloves on hands and socks on feet after putting cream on overnight 24. Wear brown mascara for a less harsh look 25. Apply blush to the apples of your cheeks for a natural glow 26. Wash hair in beer to make in shiny 27. Invest in a good quality eye cream 28. Keep your makeup brushes clean to avoid breakouts 29. Apply eye cream to reduce puffiness and dark circles 30. Apply a heat protectant before using styling tools on your hair 31. Brush your hair 100 strokes per day 32. Head massages for hair growth 33. Deep condition your hair weekly to keep it healthy and shiny 34. Wrap hair in a warm towel to enhance a hair treatment 35. Use a silk pillowcase to reduce hair frizz and skin wrinkles 36. Use a facial mask once a week for deep cleansing 37. Use a gentle, non-comedogenic cleanser to prevent clogged pores 38. Exfoliate your lips using your toothbrush 39. Use mayonnaise as a hair conditioner 40. Use a primer before applying foundation for a smoother finish Beauty fans were appreciative of the advice, which many eagerly raced to the comments to express. One person said: 'Thank you! Will follow this way later.' A third commented: 'I appreciate you.' Whilst one make-up enthusiast explained: 'I literally save all your videos. I have been watching gurus for years, didn't learn anything, but your videos have helped me so much.' At the same time, another user chimed in and beamed: 'Love this tutorial. You made it simple.'
