Mastering the smokey eye look is a blessing for makeup and beauty enthusiasts. From celebrities to social media influencers, everyone likes stunning their followers with the perfect smokey eye makeup. It’s one of the go-to looks preferred by everyone, be it for a red carpet event, drinks with friends or a date night. And why not! It makes you look sensuous indeed.

However, if done incorrectly, it can be a disaster. Yeah, we are talking about the dreaded raccoon eyes. (Unless you’re doing it for Halloween, of course!) But don’t worry as we are here with all the necessary tips, ideas and products that can help you complete a stunning makeup look.

The must-haves for a natural smokey eye look include a subtle nude shade eyeshadow (preferably white matte), a brown eyeshadow for the outer lid, a blending brush, a gel-based eyeliner, black mascara and a pop of shimmer. The white and brown blend gives a natural look,  delivering a desired smokey effect.

Have you been looking for an easy, step-by-step guideline for the smokey eye look? We’ve got you covered!

While the smokey eye look might seem tricky at first, you can get better with practice. If you use the right products and know the techniques, creating a smokey effect isn’t a Herculean task. Here are a few tricks to get the perfect smokey eye look!

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This extravagant eye makeup collection from Anastasia Beverly Hills, is what you need for the perfect smokey eyes. You can pick a dark toned shadow from its 14 shades, 9 of which are ultra matte and the other 5 come with metallic finishes. The makeup set also has a dual-ended brush to help you blend the eye shadows smoothly, and a decent sized built-in mirror.

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Define your eyes with this vegan, lightweight, crease-free eyeshadow primer from Milani. This primer gives you ample coverage and acts as the best eyeshadow base. Whether you’re stepping out for a brunch or a late-night event, the Milani primer can make you look stunning anywhere, anytime.

If you like nude-ish shades, MAC’s crayon-textured kajal range is what you need to get your hands on. This kohl eyeliner can also be used as an eyeshadow, to add that smokey effect to your eyelids. The formula is highly pigmented to deliver rich colours without any unnecessary smudging.

You can’t go wrong with this Bobbi Brown eye blender brush. If you like using powdery eye shadows, this one might just be perfect for you. It helps set your concealer seamlessly by softening harsh edges or lines. Give your eyes a few sweeps and be a stunner!

This eye makeup trio set by Real Techniques delivers professional-level results. That’s right! Their individual taper shapes let you apply the eyeshadow all over your lid without creasing. Besides, the heads are ultra plush making the application effortless. Accentuate your brows and lids with these brushes and make heads turn. The brushes are easy to clean and long-lasting too.

Say hello to the Celestial Divinity Luxe Quad crafted by Pat McGrath Labs. As the name suggests, this eyeshadow palette houses a spectrum of divine shades, from electric blue sparkle to glided champagne. These shades lend a smooth shimmer with a velvety finish, turning you into a diva in minutes!

Here’s a water-proof, richly pigmented, shimmery eye shadow from Tarte Cosmetics. The finely-milled, metallic pigment lends a mirror effect, making you look smoking hot. The shadow is long-lasting and has a curious texture — something between the smoothness of a powder and the sheen of a cream. The product is tested by ophthalmologists and is safe for contact lens users too.

Eyeliners are a must to give an edge to your smokey eyes. The liquid eyeliner from Benefit Cosmetics has a matte finish and comes with a precision tip that helps you glide the solution effortlessly through your eye shape, with finesse. Let the good times roll all day long with this weightless liner.

For those preferring organic eye makeup products, Forest Essentials is one of the best options. Check out the clear lash serum crafted by the brand if you want to get fuller lashes and brows and make your smokey eyes look bolder. Infused with amla extract, fenugreek, cold-pressed castor oil, beeswax and vitamin E, this formula deeply nourishes the lashes and brows to strengthen them.

Fortify your lashes with Estee Lauder’s luxurious lash multiplying mascara. The solution is packed with the goodness of Lash-Advancing Vitamin Complex that conditions your lashes, keeping them strong and smooth. The texture of the formula is mousse-like, lending a silky finish to your eyes.

Answer: When you blend or diffuse an eyeshadow instead of gliding a single colour, it creates a dimension to deliver a smokey effect. You may use one shade and layer it up with other shades and textures. And, don’t forget to blend the edges.

Answer: You can create the smokey effect by using a dark eyeshadow and blending it into a lighter shade, with a brush. Basically, you can deliberately smudge the eyeshadow over your lids with a blending brush.

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