Here’s the deal – I can’t rock a smoky eye. At least, I can’t rock most smoky eye looks. Anything involving black or plum or dark navy instantly transforms me into a brothel inhabitant, so I steer very clear. However, I’ve been experimenting with metallics lately, and have found a really pretty (and fairly subtle) bronze look that suits my day-to-day grind. Wanna see? Let’s do this thing!
First, be sure to prep your face for the day (or night) by using your foundation, tinted moisturizer, and/or concealer. I usually apply foundation sparingly to certain areas and concealer underneath my eyes.
Apply bronze eye shadow to your lid and your crease. I am using CoverGirl Flamed Out Shadow Pot in Melted Caramel #330.
Inspired by fire, the CoverGirl flaming femme color palette ranges from flames to ashes. I love this shadow because you can build up the intensity easily to really pack a punch or keep it subtle for day.
I always move my brush back and forth in a half-moon shape in my crease to create definition on my eyelids.
Here’s a look at both bronzed lids.
Using a smaller brush, apply the same bronze color to the base of the lashes.
After you’ve finished adding the bronze to both eyes (top and bottom), apply a little bit of black or dark brown liner to the waterline.
Just that little bit of liner adds such intensity right?
Mascara time. Don’t forget to curl the lashes!
Okay, you guys. I am seriously impressed with the Flamed Out Mascara. The unique wire brush (it’s kind of twisty) coats your lashes for some serious volume. I used the Very Black Blaze shade.
Take a look for yourself.
WHOAH, am I right? That stuff makes your lashes go up, up, up.
After applying mascara, there’s one more secret step. I apply a little bit of shimmery shadow in the inner corners of my eyes. I swear it instantly makes you look more awake and well rested. I used the CoverGirl Flamed Out Shadow Pencil in Crystal Flame #305 – it’s really creamy and goes on smoothly.
After finishing the eyes, I applied a bit of bronzer on my cheeks, a pinkish-nude lip gloss on my lips, gave my hair a little spritz of beach spray, and voilá! Easy breezy.
So, here’s the best part. Giveaway time! I’m giving away a collection of 6 CoverGirl Flamed Out products, as well as a $100 gift card to ULTA Beauty. If you aren’t familiar, ULTA Beauty is the largest beauty retailer that provides one-stop shopping for prestige, mass and salon products and salon services in the United States.
Also, if you feel the need to purchase Flamed Out products ASAP (I understand, it happens…), for a limited time, CoverGirl Eye is Buy One Get One 50% Off at ULTA Beauty. This offer is valid from Sunday, June 9 through Friday, June 28th. Suh-weet.
Enter below to win. Good luck!
This post is sponsored by P&G Beauty. Find the new CoverGirl Flamed Out products and get the Flaming Femme look at ULTA Beauty.
Laura S
June 20, 2013 at 2:16 pmgreat giveaway!
Misty Bradley
June 20, 2013 at 2:26 pmI was just at Ulta yesterday. Guess I will have to get back there today for some of that mascara!
ChrisB
June 20, 2013 at 2:33 pmgreat tutorial for lovely eye make up!
Jody
June 20, 2013 at 2:39 pmI’m going to try this look – love it!
Ruth
June 20, 2013 at 2:55 pmMy favorite is BareMinerals mineral veil. Need so much powder during hot months!
Jamie
June 20, 2013 at 3:08 pmI’m sold on that mascara. it looks like it works some serious magic.
Ashley (@FiddleDeeAsh)
June 20, 2013 at 3:25 pmMy must-have summer product is my Benefit mascara. I don’t wear much make up during the summer, but I always love having mascara on.
Lana
June 20, 2013 at 3:41 pmMy favourite summer product is waterproof mascara! I think I need that Flamed Out mascara in my life – my puny lashes need all the help they can get!
Grete
June 20, 2013 at 3:43 pmThis is perfect for the summer! I, too, cannot get away with the traditional smoky eye, since I rarely wear much makeup to begin with. The only thing I don’t leave home without is my mascara (usually Neutrogena brand).
Jenn
June 20, 2013 at 4:07 pmGreat tutorial! Thanks for sharing your tips!
PPP
June 20, 2013 at 4:11 pmmy fave summer makeup product is bronzer! I stay outta the sun (no thanks, skin cancer) so bronzer is necessary in the summer months to give me that healthy glow!
Katie
June 20, 2013 at 4:21 pmSummer and all year round I am addicted to my NARS Orgasm blush…perfect for a summery dewy look :)
Paige W
June 20, 2013 at 4:26 pmMy BB cream is my favorite summer product! But I’m gonna have to try that flamed mascara…WOW!
Chasity
June 20, 2013 at 4:56 pmCream blush! Great giveaway.
Melissa
June 20, 2013 at 5:56 pmBronzes for my pale, pasty skin!! :)