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MAKEUP TIPS FOR BROWN EYES

Makeup tips for brown eyes are simple to apply and create a stunning look, no matter your eye shape. While brown eyes naturally complement earthy tones, the right techniques and color combinations can enhance their beauty even more.

Although makeup tips for brown eyes differ slightly from those for green or blue eyes, the overall style and impact remain just as striking. A gorgeous look can be effortlessly achieved with a few well-applied makeup tips for brown eyes.

WHAT SHOULD YOU KNOW ABOUT BROWN EYES?

Brown eyes are the most common eye color worldwide, but their prevalence varies by region. However, just because brown eyes are common doesn’t mean they all look the same.

There is a wide range of variations in shade and depth from person to person, making each pair of brown eyes unique. Beyond their beauty, brown eyes also come with certain health advantages.

Studies suggest that the higher melanin content in brown eyes is linked to several health benefits. For instance, people with brown eyes may have a lower risk of developing age-related macular degeneration compared to those with lighter-colored eyes.

Having brown eyes is common, meaning you share this trait with the majority of people worldwide. This widespread characteristic can make it easier to feel connected to others.

With the insights from this article, you’ll be able to confidently distinguish brown eyes from other eye colors. Additionally, you may find it easier to recognize certain traits often associated with people who have brown eyes.

MAKEUP TIPS FOR BROWN EYES

Brown eyes have a naturally warm and inviting look, ranging from light chestnut to deep chocolate. The best part? Almost any eyeshadow color complements brown eyes, giving you endless makeup possibilities.

To enhance your eyes, choose shades that highlight their depth and sparkle. Deep browns, plums, purples, dark blues, golds, greens, and soft peaches work beautifully. Darker shades create a bold, dramatic effect, while lighter tones offer a soft, natural look for everyday wear.

For deeper brown eyes, rich hues like gray, navy, and dark purple add intensity. Be sure to blend well to avoid harsh lines. Medium brown eyes are the most versatile, pairing well with both soft neutrals like taupe and vanilla, as well as bold metallics like gold, copper, and bronze.

A great trick is to identify the lighter flecks in your eyes and use them as a base color, building into a sultry smoky eye with deeper shades. However, avoid overly harsh shades that overpower your eye’s natural glow. Instead of white, use a beige pencil on the waterline to brighten and enlarge your eyes naturally.

Experiment with different colors and techniques to find what suits your eyes best, and enjoy creating stunning looks for any occasion!

STUNNING MAKEUP LOOKS FOR BROWN EYES

Brown eyes are incredibly versatile and pair beautifully with almost any eyeshadow color. Whether you prefer a bold, dramatic look or something more subtle, these makeup ideas will enhance your eye color and make them stand out.

SILVER AND BLACK CUT CREASE

For a high-drama effect, try a silver and black cut crease. The rich black shade adds timeless elegance, while the shimmering silver creates a glamorous, festive finish. This look requires blending skills and practice, but the result is absolutely stunning.

GOLD SMOKEY EYE

Gold eyeshadow is a perfect match for brown eyes, bringing out their natural warmth and depth. This shade works especially well for hazel brown eyes, enhancing any golden or yellow flecks. Instead of using a full-gold lid, blend in copper or bronze for a balanced, radiant look.

SEDUCTIVE BLACK SMOKEY EYE

A classic black smokey eye is always a showstopper. To create a smooth, blended effect, start with an eyeshadow base before applying black shadow. Adding a touch of gold in the inner corners will brighten the eyes and add a touch of sophistication.

GREEN GLITTER EYE LOOK

Green eyeshadow beautifully complements brown eyes and enhances hazel tones, making them appear more vibrant. While green may not be the most common choice, it creates a striking and unique effect. If you’re hesitant, try adding just a hint of green shimmer for a subtle yet bold statement.

PURPLE EYESHADOW WITH A BLUE WATERLINE

Purple is an excellent choice for brown eyes, adding depth and richness. Pairing it with a blue waterline creates a striking contrast that makes the eyes look larger and more defined. Finish the look with a shimmery highlight in the inner corners for extra brightness.

BOLD DARK BLUE EYESHADOW

Dark blue eyeshadow provides a stunning contrast against warm brown eyes, making them pop. Adding a touch of turquoise glitter to the inner corners gives the look a unique, eye-catching finish. Since blue is a cool tone and brown is warm, this pairing creates a beautifully balanced effect.

BROWN EYESHADOW WITH BROWN LIPS

Enhance the warmth of brown eyes by coordinating your eyeshadow with brown-toned lips. Matte lipstick is a top beauty trend, offering a sophisticated and elegant finish. Be sure to keep your lips moisturized before applying for a flawless look.

BLACK AND GREEN EYE MAKEUP

For a bold, eye-catching effect, apply green or teal eyeshadow along the lower lash line. A pencil brush makes blending easy, ensuring a smooth and seamless application. This subtle pop of color adds dimension and makes brown eyes stand out.

CONCLUSION

Experiment with these looks to find what suits you best, and have fun creating gorgeous makeup styles for your brown eyes!

2025 WINTER MAKEUP TRENDS: FROM FROSTY EYES TO BLURRED LIPS

Now that the holiday festivities have faded, it’s easy to feel a bit lost. But don’t let the cold weather dampen your spirits (or your makeup game)! Winter is the perfect time to unleash your inner artist and experiment with bold, beautiful looks.

As J. Brandon Correa, national makeup artist for YSL Beauté, puts it, “Winter beauty is all about playing with textures and making a statement.” So, let’s dive into the hottest winter makeup trends and discover how to create stunning looks that will brighten even the darkest days.

BOLD LIPS

If your winter wardrobe leans heavily on black and gray (guilty as charged), elevate your look with a pop of color on your lips. “A bold lip is a fantastic way to stand out during the winter, when fashion and weather often feel more subdued,” says Lobell. “Bright lips are perfect for the season, as they create a striking contrast against the pale or dull skin tones many experience in colder months. This contrast can enhance the complexion and bring a fresh, lively energy to your appearance.” Think crimson, deep berry, or vibrant Barbie fuchsia, paired with subtle, minimal makeup. “It’s a bold yet refined look, perfect for making a strong style statement during winter.”

SNOWLIT SHINE

Minimal makeup doesn’t have to be dull; it can dazzle just as much as a full face of blush, contour, and liner. “This trend allows your skin to ‘rest’ from heavy makeup routines,” says Correa. “It’s perfect for this season because it combines a snowy, luminous vibe with a radiant glow.” Inspired by the way sunlight reflects off snow, Correa brings that same shimmering brightness to the face. “Think clean, minimalist skin, translucent sparkles on the eyes, full lashes, and glowing lips.”

Since this look emphasizes glowing skin, Correa suggests using the YSL Touche Éclat All-Over Brightening Concealer Pen to conceal and brighten. Skip the contour and bronzer, focusing instead on your eyes by adding a shimmery topper to the center of the lids. “You can either do a light eye contour or let the shimmer stand on its own,” he says. Complete the look with mascara and a sheer, plumping lip balm like Candy Glaze.

STATEMENT EYELINER

Jillian Dempsey, celebrity makeup artist and founder of Jillian Dempsey, was recently inspired by the UK’s colder weather and bold color palettes. One standout trend she noticed was statement eyeliner. “Eyes are big this winter. Expect eyeliners to make a major statement,” she shares. “The power of this look comes from lining both the upper and lower lids and creating a shape that suits your eyes.” Dempsey favors shades like blackberry, muted black, and deep mahogany for a fresh twist on classic browns and blacks. Think thick wings, waterlining, and exaggerated cat eyes—anything goes. “My Flyk Trick Mascara doubles as a 2-in-1 mascara and liquid liner, perfect for crafting your bold, personalized eyeliner look to match your winter plans,” says Dempsey.

JEWEL TONED EYES

If frosty finishes aren’t your style, opt for rich, vibrant jewel tones instead. Shades like sapphire, emerald, and ruby complement the icy whites and grays of your winter wardrobe beautifully. “I’m seeing a lot of brands pairing their burgundy collections with emerald and midnight blue mascaras and eyeliners,” says Spickard. “It’s a fun and easy way to add some variety to your makeup during these dark, cold months.” He recommends Lancôme’s colored mascaras, especially the emerald green Noir Malachite, for a subtle pop of unexpected color. For the lids, try the Pat McGrath Dark Star Eye Duo, which Spickard describes as “an opulent blue sapphire shimmer.” Add a gloss topper over the shadow to really enhance the sparkle and make the look shine.

DEWY GOLD

Feeling the winter chill? Warm up your look with glowing shades of gold. “Gold tones bring much-needed warmth to the skin, which can often appear dull in winter due to the lack of sunlight,” says Lobell. “The dewy finish of this trend helps counter the dryness that comes with cold weather, giving your skin a hydrated, healthy glow.” Even if you’re not escaping to a tropical paradise, your makeup can make you feel like you are.

“Think warm, golden hues that create a radiant, sun-kissed glow,” Lobell explains. “This look focuses on dewy skin, using gold-toned highlighters and eyeshadows to enhance your natural luminosity. Be the glowing goddess you’re meant to be.” Her recommendations include Neen’s Pretty Shiny Cream Highlighter in Metta for the cheekbones, and Pretty Shady Pressed Pigments in Flash, Fade, and Faint—gold and rose gold shades that shimmer beautifully on the eyes. Complete the look with a brown or nude lip for a perfect finish.

SOFT OMBRÉ LIPS

The ombré lip look has been making waves on TikTok this season, and Carolina Gonzalez, celebrity makeup artist and Armani Beauty Collective member, is a fan of a soft, diffused version that’s easy to achieve with a bit of practice. “Start with the deepest color in the inner part of the lip, then blend it out toward the edges,” she explains. “I love this look because it’s dreamy and gives the lips a full appearance.”

Gonzalez suggests beginning with Armani Beauty’s Lip Power Long-Lasting Matte Lipstick in shade 407. “Pucker your lips and apply the lipstick generously to the center of both the top and bottom lips using the bullet-tip. Then, use a small brush to blend the outer edges slightly beyond the lip line.” For extra drama, add Armani Beauty’s Luminous Silk Glow Blush in shade 61—a raspberry pink—to the outer lips up to the lip line with a full crease brush. “Avoid touching the inner part where the color is dense,” Gonzalez advises. “This silk powder blush adds a velvet-like finish and makes the lips appear fuller and fluffier.”

PINK FROST

If you embraced the TikTok “I’m cold” blush trend last year, you’ll love this 2025 update. “This trend takes the ‘cold girl’ look to the next level by adding black to define shape and structure,” explains Correa. Start by prepping your skin with foundation, concealer, and contour. Next, apply YSL’s Nu Lip and Cheek Balmy Tint in NuChills to your cheeks for a translucent, balmy finish. Dab any leftover product on the tip of your nose for that frostbitten “just came in from the cold” effect.

For your eyes, Correa suggests using YSL’s Couture Mini Clutch palette in Babylone Roses. “Blend the midtone shade to contour your eye shape, apply the midtone shimmer on the lid, and add depth with the deepest shade along the upper and lower lash lines,” he advises. “Finish with a touch of the topper shade from the top left in the inner corners for an icy pop.” Complete the look with mascara and liner, and finish with a combination of the Balmy Tint and Candy Glaze Lip Gloss Stick in Sweet Pink.

MOOD MAKEUP

Donni Davy, co-founder of Half Magic and head makeup artist for Euphoria, uses makeup to create her own winter mood despite living in California’s year-round sun. “A dark lip instantly transforms me into a sort of witchier version of myself, and adding sparkle to my eyes brings a joyful balance to the look,” she says. “It’s fun to embrace a darker, more introspective vibe during the winter.”

Her “joyfully moody” look features dewy skin, glittery eyes with plenty of mascara, and a vampy dark lip. To achieve this, Davy recommends using Half-Magic’s Glitterpill Eye Paint + Liner in Holy Goldie or Microcosm for the “perfect winter sparkles.” Apply these on bare lids for a snowy effect, then layer on the Eyelectric Extreme Lengthening Mascara to highlight the sparkle. For the lips, Davy favors the Mouth Cloud Soft Matte Lip Cream in Edward’s Fantasy, enhancing the shade with Sculptitude 2-in-1 Longwear Lip Liner in Sugar Plum B*itch.

LADY IN RED

Whether it’s in your wardrobe, accessories, or makeup bag, red remains the top accent color for 2025, especially leading up to Valentine’s Day. Swap out your usual lip gloss for a bold, vibrant red lipstick. “Now is the perfect time to opt for a kissable red,” says celebrity makeup artist Kasey Spickard. He highlights Maybelline SuperStay Vinyl in Red Hot as a standout choice, known for its high shine and warm tone. “It has a vibrant hue and stays put once it dries, giving you long-lasting shine,” he explains. Another favorite of Spickard’s is the Sephora Collection Cream Lip Stain in Chili Pepper, a matte red-orange that provides all-day wear.

FROSTY FACE

For makeup inspiration this season, look outside your window and get creative with textures and colors reminiscent of frosty winter mornings. “It’s cold and frosty outside, so embracing themes like snow, ice, and sparkles is perfect,” says Jeanine Lobell, celebrity makeup artist and founder of Neen. “This trend is all about capturing the cool, crisp tones of winter, with icy colors like silvers, pale blues, and frosty pinks.”

The Frosty Face look centers around highlighter, with Lobell recommending her Neen Pretty Shiny Cream Highlighter in the aptly named Frosty shade. For cheeks, aim for a “post-blizzard glow” reminiscent of the TikTok “I’m cold” trend—Lobell favors her Get it All Done Cream Cheek & Lip for this effect. “A vibrant pink will give you that ‘caught in a storm’ look,” she says. Add a frosty touch to your eyes with the Side Eye Liner in Minty and finish with Neen’s Glisten Up Lip Gloss in Bye, a shimmering pink, for a perfect winter finish.